Royals meet the Topp twins

12 Nov, 2012 11:39 PM

The Prince of Wales says he is looking forward to discussing his plans for "world domination" tomorrow with other New Zealanders born on the same day. In a speech filled with quips during a cocktail event at Auckland's SkyCity Convention Centre, Prince Charles told an audience, including soprano Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, chef Peter Gordon and the Topp Twins, that the highlight of his trip would be his 64th birthday party at Government House in Wellington.

Cyclone Tam floods Auckland following lightning storm

Cyclone Tam floods Auckland following lightning storm

A Civil Defence centre has been set up in Auckland overnight after intense thunderstorms sparked “significant flooding” across the city. Video / NZ Herald

MetService National Weather Update: April 18th - April 23rd

MetService National Weather Update: April 18th - April 23rd

MetService National Weather Update: April 18th - April 23rd. Video / MetService

Paeroa Towing Services rescues stranded cars from flooding overnight

Paeroa Towing Services rescues stranded cars from flooding overnight

In a social media post today, the company said seven vehicles were probably written off as a result of last night's flooding. Video / Paeroa Towing

Easter weather shown over New Zealand in new NIWA graphic

Easter weather shown over New Zealand in new NIWA graphic

Hair feeling curlier than usual? You can thank the tropical air being ushered in by the remnants of Cyclone Tam! Video / NIWA

Flooding on SH25 near Coromandel

Flooding on SH25 near Coromandel

SH25 near Coromandel is closed due to severe flooding. Video / Supplied

Auckland man uses ute in rescue of stricken crane truck

Auckland man uses ute in rescue of stricken crane truck

The crane truck - and driver - were stranded over a 10-metre gully when Mike Mitchell and his dog Odin came to the rescue. Video / Supplied

Dramatic video of Waitotara Hotel fire

Dramatic video of Waitotara Hotel fire

The fire took hold last night in the South Taranaki township, destroying the hotel. Video / Supplied

Markets with Madison: Business behind Auckland FC

Markets with Madison

Markets with Madison: Business behind Auckland FC

n one season the AFC has grown from an idea to an entertainment empire. This episode takes you inside the organisation that took fandom to another level.

Tauranga Boys' College Fortress 40 documentary

Tauranga Boys' College Fortress 40 documentary

Fortress 40 – a powerful documentary on Tauranga Boys' College prefects tackling a 40-hour endurance challenge for men’s mental health.

Heavy rain, strong winds lash Auckland's CBD

Heavy rain, strong winds lash Auckland's CBD

Strong gale-force winds lash Auckland's CBD tonight as a storm moves across the country. Video / NZ Herald

Truck on its side near Kaiwaka

Truck on its side near Kaiwaka

Emergency services could be seen attending after a truck fell on its side near Kaiwaka. Video / Supplied

Auckland Arena pitches for Western Springs’ new stadium

Auckland Arena pitches for Western Springs’ new stadium

New footage shows an in-depth look at the proposed Auckland Arena.

The Hits' PJ Harding shares wild story of second child’s birth live on air

The Hits' PJ Harding shares wild story of second child’s birth live on air

The Kiwi radio broadcaster, who is currently on maternity leave, said she gave birth within minutes of arriving to hospital. Video / The Hits

Ngāti Toa holds first citizens’ assembly

Ngāti Toa holds first citizens’ assembly

One hundred people aged 8-80 brainstormed environmental solutions. Video / Isaac Te Reina

Wind and swell batter Northland

Wind and swell batter Northland

Helena Bay, northeast of central Whangārei, is battered by large swells, winds and high tides on Thursday. Video / Denise Piper

Ex-tropical Cyclone Tam update

Ex-tropical Cyclone Tam update

Fire and Emergency is responding to concerns about a roof lifting off a home on Beach Road in Campbells Bay as Cyclone Tam hits the North Island.

Worst weather yet to come and Mark Lundy has another chance at freedom | NZ Herald News Update

Worst weather yet to come and Mark Lundy has another chance at freedom | NZ Herald News Update

Worst weather yet to come, Mark Lundy has another chance at freedom and most state schools running at capacity or above.

Kea Kids News: Bunnies laying chocolate eggs? Isn’t that weird?

Kea Kids News: Bunnies laying chocolate eggs? Isn’t that weird?

Reporter Filoialii hops back in time, to discover the secret history of the Easter Bunny, and how other favourite Easter traditions evolved through the years and across the world.

Inside the Rovers: Kiwi Steve

Inside the Rovers: Kiwi Steve

Stephen Hoyle opens up on the pride of now calling himself a Kiwi and the strong bonds that bought him back to Napier. Video / Neil Reid

Cyclone Tam: Auckland Easter Show pushes ahead despite rain and wind

Cyclone Tam: Auckland Easter Show pushes ahead despite rain and wind

Auckland’s Easter Show organisers are pushing on with this year’s event, despite wet and windy conditions being forecast. Video / Corey Fleming

Cyclone Tam: Strong winds hit Auckland beaches

Cyclone Tam: Strong winds hit Auckland beaches

Strong winds hit Ōrewa and Ōnetangi beaches as Cyclone Tam intensifies. Video/ Sylvie Whinray, Sarah de Croy

Andrew Little in studio with Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills

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Andrew Little in studio with Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills

Former Labour Party leader Andrew Little has announced his candidacy for Wellington's Mayor. He joins Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills to discuss his plans in the job. Video / NewstalkZB

Tropical Cyclone Tam - Everything you need to know

Tropical Cyclone Tam - Everything you need to know

Tropical Cyclone Tam is heading towards New Zealand, bringing 100km/h winds to Auckland, Northland and the Coromandel. Video / Michael Craig / Ben Dickens / Metservice

Wet and windy weather at Ocean Beach, Whangarei Heads as Cyclone Tam approaches

Wet and windy weather at Ocean Beach, Whangarei Heads as Cyclone Tam approaches

Tropical Cyclone Tam is expected to be reclassified as an ex-tropical cyclone as it reaches cooler waters. Video / Karina Cooper

Ray Chung calls Tory Whanau 'full of s***'

Ray Chung calls Tory Whanau 'full of s***'

The councillor and mayoral hopeful has been criticised for missing a 'vital' meeting.

Elephant herd in Californian zoo reacts to earthquake to protect their young

Elephant herd in Californian zoo reacts to earthquake to protect their young

Video shows elephants huddling protectively around their young at San Diego Zoo Safari Park during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake.

Simeon Brown health infrastructure announcement

Simeon Brown health infrastructure announcement

Simeon Brown is set to make a health infrastructure announcement live from Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike and heavy rain and winds inbound | NZ Herald News Update

Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike and heavy rain and winds inbound | NZ Herald News Update

Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike, heavy rain and wild winds in the North Island and signs of confidence returning to property market.

Viva Beauty Awards 2025

Viva Beauty Awards 2025

Nominations are now open for this year's Viva Beauty Awards 2025.

Supermarket shakeup

Supermarket shakeup

Grocery commissioner Pierre van Heerden doubles down on calls for a third big retailer and wholesaler to compete with Foodstuffs and Woolworths, speaking with BusinessDesk.

Kea Kids News: Up the Dale! Future All Blacks slip ‘n slide into a brand new season

Reporter Hayden is at the Silverdale Rugby Club Junior Muster, where players are tackling the new season with a massive obstacle course and fundraising for new gear.

Former assistant principal linked to religious group under FBI probe

Former assistant principal linked to religious group under FBI probe

Douglas Martin, who was convicted of filming up girls' skirts in 2013, was an elder in a controversial religious movement under FBI investigation.

Severe Weather Update: April 15th

Severe Weather Update: April 15th

MetService has issued its latest Severe Weather Warnings ahead of the big storm. Video / MetService

NZ Herald Live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the media

NZ Herald Live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the media

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is joined by Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Video / NZ Herald

Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray talks to Mike Hosking

Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray talks to Mike Hosking

Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray speaks on the impacts of United States tariffs on China. Video / Newstalk ZB

NZ Herald Live: School property announcement

NZ Herald Live: School property announcement

Erica Stanford is set to make a school property announcement in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald

Tourism New Zealand and a faster way to detect cancer may have been found | NZ Herald News Update

Tourism New Zealand and a faster way to detect cancer may have been found | NZ Herald News Update

Tourism New Zealand campaign gets green light, a faster way to detect cancer may have been found and New Zealanders going overseas has shown its first sign of slowing down.

Kea Kids News: Minecraft goes IRL! Get inspired to hit the mines like Steve

Kea Kids News: Minecraft goes IRL! Get inspired to hit the mines like Steve

What does it take to do real life Minecraft? Reporter Theo heads to a Hokitika gold mine, where these Steves are sustainably sourcing and smelting their way to riches.

Firefighters extinguish blaze at Epsom house fire

Firefighters extinguish blaze at Epsom house fire

Fire crews have extinguished a blaze at a home on Ellerton Road in Mt Eden. Video / NZ Herald

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