Watch: Large crowd 'freaking out' over orca pod surfacing at Northland beach
About 1000 holiday makers were in awe as the pod hunted stingray metres from the beach.
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45 drink-drivers caught by police morning after Rhythm and Vines
There were no arrests during the festival, and police say crowds were well-behaved.
One person dies after water-related incident at Bethells Beach
Four people were pulled from the water at Te Henga on Sunday afternoon.
Four young men swept out to sea at Bethells Beach - one in critical condition
Four people were pulled from the water at Te Henga on Sunday afternoon.
Best Beach 2024: How to nominate your favourite NZ beach
NZ Herald's Best Beach competition is back for 2024 and we need you to tell us your favourite. Here's everything you need to know about how to nominate and then vote for NZ's best beach. Video / Molly Floyd
Emergency services urge caution over New Year’s period
Fireworks have caused large vegetation fires over the last year.
Whanganui weather: What to expect this week
There will be lots of blue skies to start 2024.
A call for responsible driving and water safety
Opinion: A plea for mindful driving and water safety this summer.
Herald Summer Photo Competition: Day five entries
The Herald Summer Photo Competition is back, with three great Canon cameras up for grabs.
Mt Maunganui crash victim named as holiday road toll rises to 11
Brayden Tawa, of Pāpāmoa, died after a car and truck crashed on Hewletts Rd.
The young boy and the sea: 8yo lands marlin twice his size
Nate Barratt battled to bring in the monster fish for an hour and twenty minutes.
'Greatly missed': Tributes flow for Irishman killed in NZ on Xmas Day
Tim O'Dwyer, 20, died in a car crash in Allenton, Ashburton, on Christmas Day.
Kim Crossman’s cupcakes and Judy Bailey’s salmon: Kiwi holiday recipes made easy
These culinary delights will have your guests begging for the recipe.
Whanganui records highest increase in pre-Christmas spending
Local experts said residents choosing to shop local was a reason for the increase.
Caravan disintegrates on Bombay hills
A caravan disintegrated on the Bombay Hills, south of Auckland on Wednesday afternoon, with contents scattered everywhere. Video / NZHerald
Records broken at Cemetery Circuit 2023
Lap records were broken across multiple classes over the Boxing Day event.
Traffic backed up before Harbour Bridge, speed limits reduced, kilometres of queues on SH1
Holidaymakers are being warned roads will be clogged in the afternoon.
'Lost at sea': Cruise ship passenger goes overboard
A weekend trip to the Bahamas turned into a nightmare.
'Stuffed Christmas': Grandmother’s Xmas presents for grandchildren misplaced by Jetstar
A grandmother has been left without her medication and presents for her grandkids.
Lost on where to travel in 2024? Let your star sign decide
Lisa Stardust matched each star sign to their ideal 2024 holiday destinations.
Person seriously injured in Palmerston North crash; one dead after Northland crash overnight
The road where the incident occurred is now closed.
A person was treated for minor injuries following a jetboat fire in Greymouth
The jet boat was on a trailer in a driveway, one person was injured.
Which big Kiwi stars are home for Christmas?
A handful of celebrities have returned to Godzone to enjoy the holidays.
Christmas mayhem: Auckland motorway crash causes traffic build-up
And for Kiwis flying to their Xmas destination, here are tips to make the trip easier.
Tangiwai 70th anniversary to be marked with national memorial service
The service will be held on January 21, 2024.
'Twin' of Prince Louis: Princess Kate shares throwback Christmas photo
The Princess looks nearly identical to her youngest son in the previously unseen snap.
Royal couple reunite for family holiday in Queenstown
They are spending time in the sun following rumours of an alleged affair.
Summer in the 09: The best things to do in Auckland these holidays
Sticking around in the city? Enjoy tennis, penguins, music, family frolics, and more.
Owls and bats feature in adults-only arboretum overnighter
People can now stay overnight at the Waitakaruru Arboretum near Tauwhare.
Taihape BnB owners find a happy place for travellers
“It’s a great thing about Taihape - people help each other out."
He went to Bora Bora for a romantic holiday with his wife. He left with a world record
“My wife wasn’t overjoyed," Nick Edwards said of his commitment to the gruelling feat.
How to co-parent successfully at Christmas
Co-parenting is becoming a norm, but that doesn't mean it's not hard.