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Iconic Kiwi band Shihad announce one final nationwide tour
After rocking for almost 40 years, the band are calling it a day with a final nationwide tour, Corazon Miller reports.
Church of England's most senior cleric resigns over handling of sex abuse scandal
An independent investigation found the Archbishop of Canterbury didn't go to police in 2013 when he learned of the abuse.
Hīkoi passes through NZ's two biggest cities on way to Parliament
Huge crowds gathered at Christchurch's Bridge of Remembrance and crossed over Auckland's Harbour Bridge on Wednesday.
Orana Wildlife Park's CEO resigns amid ongoing investigation into animal treatment, culture
It will leave the top job empty for the first time in nearly three decades, Thomas Mead reports. Video / TVNZ
Powerful haka for High School Dux goes viral world-wide
A haka for Hastings' Flaxmere College Dux Naomi Sai, 18, has gone viral across the world. Video / Naomi Sai
Luxon talks about his phone call with Trump
Christopher Luxon discussed his phone call with Donald Trump during an interview with Mike Hosking. Video / Newstalk ZB
Incredible drone footage shows hīkoi crossing Auckland Harbour Bridge
The convoy of demonstrators protesting Government policies affecting Māori crossed the bridge on their journey to Wellington. Video / Greenpeace
Thousands march in protest of the Treaty Principles Bill
Thousands of marchers protesting Government policies affecting Māori have crossed Auckland Harbour Bridge. Video / Carson Bluck / Michael Craig
Saving Colin McCahon
Finn McCahon-Jones on the launch of a $1.5m fundraiser to preserve his grandfather’s artistic legacy. Video / Michael Craig
Hīkoi to Parliament
Thousands of marchers protesting Government policies affecting Māori are crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Video / Carson Bluck, Michael Craig
Toitū te Tiriti hīkoi protest hits Auckland
Significant delays are expected on the roading network throughout the day as the Toitū te Tiriti hīkoi protest makes its way through Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Hīkoi protest: Traffic delays continue as thousands arrive in Auckland's CBD
The convoy of demonstrators protesting Government policies affecting Māori has arrived in New Zealand’s largest city and “significant delays” are expected in Auckland today.
Train and car collide in Hamilton
Heavy rescue crews have been sent out to Hamilton this morning after a train and car collided. Video / NZ Herald
Apology not accepted as Toitū te Tiriti hīkoi protest hits Auckland | NZ Herald News Update
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's apology is allegedly not accepted but survivors of abuse in care. Auckland Harbour Bridge lanes are to close for Toitū te Tiriti hīkoi protest
Behind the scenes of Viva's Top 60 Auckland Restaurants 2024
Viva's Top 60 Auckland Restaurants judges, dining out editor Jesse Mulligan and deputy editor Johanna Thornton, talk dining out at Gilt Brasserie. Video / VIVA
Spectacular show brings Rongowhakaata history to the stage
Reporter Rongokako interviews the cast of Ruku I Te Pō, Ruku I Te Ao, an epic play about the history of Rongowhakaata Iwi, told through song and dance.
Inside the Rovers: Table Toppers
Big guns await as Kieran Richards and Napier City Rovers eye potential National League grand final spot. Video / Neil Reid
Support for grieving couple to start a family
Losing a child to preterm birth is devastating, bringing deep grief and fear. However, support and medical options offer hope to couples longing to succeed in starting a family.
First look at NZ’s most expensive new offices by Mansons TCLM
Culum Manson of Mansons TCLM took the Herald on the first tour of Auckland’s 32,448sq m FNZ Centre, 50 Albert St. Video / Carson Bluck
Long-awaited apology finally delivered for state, faith-based care abuse survivors
Emotions ran high, with the PM, state agencies and public sector leaders apologising, Cushla Norman reports.
Protesters arrive at North Shore marae ahead of Auckland Harbour Bridge march
Hīkoi mō te Tiriti has arrived at the Te Kamaka Marae on Auckland’s North Shore ahead of a march over the Harbour Bridge tomorrow. Video / Benjamin Plummer
State abuse apology: Luxon criticised for absence during survivors' speeches
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said he had to leave to prepare for his own formal Crown apology but maintains he's fully engaged in the process.
Abuse survivor speaks after Government apology
Paora Crawford-Moyle speaks following the Government's formal apology for the abuse suffered by tens of thousands while in state and faith-based institutions.
Tangi of Sir Robert Bom Gillies
Hundreds of people gathered to farewell the previously last surviving member of the 28th Māori Battalion Sir Robert Bom Gillies. Video / Andrew Warner Photography
‘He has a lot of attachment to New Zealand’
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on his phone call earlier today with president-elect Donald Trump. Video / Mark Mitchell
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon delivers national apology to survivors of Abuse in Care
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon delivers a national apology to the survivors of abuse in state care. 12 November 2024
NZ Herald Live: Live: Abuse in Care Legislation Amendment Bill
Live: Abuse in Care Legislation Amendment Bill bill presented to the house
Disney cruise ship rescues four people
Footage shows panicked passengers hanging on to the sinking catamaran. Video / U.S Coast Guard District 5
Karl Mokaraka causes disruption in Parliament
The Speaker told Karl Mokaraka, from Vision NZ, to leave the House after he stood and interjected. Video / Parliament TV
NZ Herald Live: National apology to survivors of Abuse in Care
More than 100 abuse survivors and their whānau are seated at Parliament's Banquet Hall ahead of the Government's formal apology for abuse in state care. 12 November 2024
NZ Herald Live: Tory Whanau in studio with Nick Mills
Tory Whanau in the studio with Nick Mills
Government to apologise to state abuse survivors | NZ Herald News Update
Government to apologise to state abuse survivors, calls for improvements to the West Coast highway. Video / NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: Polish kids celebrate escaping Hitler 80 years ago
80 years ago, hundreds of Polish kids settled in Pahiatua to escape World War II. Reporter Isla interviews some of those former children at an event celebrating their journey.
"Cloak of secrecy": Aviation industry group criticises CAA amid agency shake-up.
The Herald understands around 85 positions at the air safety and security are set to be disestablished. Video / Mark Mitchell / Ben Dickens
Sultan of Brunei’s extravagant ‘floating palace’ touches down in Auckland
Auckland’s skies saw a flash of grandeur as the world’s most luxurious private jet touched down for a mysterious whistle-stop visit in the City of Sails. Video / Supplied
Dairy farmers, Fonterra shareholders may be in for significant windfall
The dairy giant's boss today confirmed the co-operative is forging ahead with the sale of some of its most well-known brands. Video / TVNZ
Survivors of abuse in care carry thousands of ribbons to Parliament
They are a powerful representation of those who can't be there for tomorrow's national apology from the Government. Video / TVNZ
Thousands expected to take part in hīkoi sparked by Treaty Principles Bill
Groups left Cape Reinga and Bluff this morning, aiming to meet on the steps of Parliament in nine days' time. Video / TVNZ