Judge tells dealer that methamphetamine 'wreaks havoc' on other people's lives.

One family's story shows the growing pressures on mental health services for young people.

After weeks of ferocious fighting, Ukrainian forces will retreat to avoid encirclement.

Star says anyone who has suffered a miscarriage requires 'compassion and empathy'.

A tourist taking a sports car on the ultimate test drive got more than they bargained for.

The crash at Te Puna was reported just before 3pm.

Passengers bound for the Baltic enclave get a glimpse beyond the media blackout.

Matariki is about acknowledging the past, present and future.

Four hurt in horror attack but police say far worse outcome averted by brave intervention.

The central message in Matariki is universal.

Crews are on their way to assess the issue.

It was all déjà vu for the side on the opening day of the third dead-rubber cricket test.

'We know the schools will be deeply disappointed.'

Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.

Ted Johnston used the debate to promote his co-leadership of the New Conservative Party.

'We need more capacity to do work. And here they are reducing the contract.'

'The community expects a zero tolerance for any violence, gang and drug activities.'

One issue that drew interesting responses was what to do with Ports of Auckland.