New ZealandRevealed: New Zealand's top universityKiwi institutions in top 2.5% of world universities but they lack the profile of some.04 Jul 09:13 PM
New ZealandClimate change threatens quirky NZ spiderClimate change is bad news for New Zealand's quirky, rain-hating trapdoor spider.18 Jun 05:06 AM
New ZealandRevealed: The best universities in NZNZ universities are climbing in world rankings.07 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandMyrtle rust threatens NZ native speciesMany native plant species are under threat after myrtle rust disease is detected in NZ.04 May 02:13 AM
BusinessMarch for Trump to release tax returnsThousands of protesters plan to call on Trump to release his personal tax returns.14 Apr 09:00 PM
CompaniesAuckland accommodation showdownA showdown looms tomorrow between the accommodation sector and Auckland Mayor Phil Goff over a new rate to pay for tourism promotion.19 Mar 05:12 AM
New ZealandRevealed: New Zealand's best universitiesNew Zealand universities have again scored high rankings in the annual QS World University Subject Rankings.07 Mar 06:01 PM
New ZealandGumboot throwing champs: 'It's technique'Kurt Bayer went to the Gumboot Throwing Champs as a reporter, and left a champ.28 Feb 03:09 AM
New ZealandNZ must remain vigilant over pest invasionsNew research showing how efforts to keep pests out of countries are failing to keep up with the pace of globalisation means New Zealand must be more vigilant than ever, a biosecurity expert says.15 Feb 10:46 PM
New ZealandWhy is killer disease drawn to our kauri?Scientists are seeking to solve one of the most intriguing mysteries of the disease that's killing our kauri - why it's attracted to the native tree's scent like we're drawn to coffee.01 Jan 11:46 PM
New ZealandLincoln University must repay $1.5mLincoln University has repaid $1.5m after it was found it did not teach for as many hours as it was funded for.19 Oct 03:36 AM
New ZealandMeningitis death prompts warningThe parents of a 20-year-old student, who died tragically at the weekend from meningitis, have warned people to be wary of the disease's symptoms.16 Aug 08:59 AM
New ZealandDrugs offered in wake of student deathClose contacts of an Otago Polytechnic student who died at the weekend from meningitis have been offered antibiotics to reduce their risk of catching the disease.16 Aug 05:51 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters - the Silver Fern Farms deal 'stinks to high heaven'Winston Peters spoke to The Country's Jamie Mackay today about Silver Fern Farms and their "shonky corrupt deal".10 Aug 01:59 AM
New ZealandAnother resignation at Lincoln UniversityLincoln University has been dealt another blow with the resignation of the remaining deputy vice chancellor, who lasted only five months in the role.03 Aug 10:10 PM
CyclingBrother's health motive to pedal hard"Devastated and angry." That's how Lance Tavinor felt when his older brother was diagnosed with end stage kidney failure this year.12 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleCitizen scienceIn the parks, beaches, back gardens and forests of the country, non-scientists can help with with a raft of research projects.28 Mar 11:00 PM
New ZealandCelebrity honours cost $250,000New Zealand universities have spent more than $250,000 dishing out honorary degrees to celebrities and visiting dignitaries, a Herald investigation into the eight institutions has found.27 Dec 04:54 AM
OpinionSir Bob Jones: Bain case disgraceThe continuing obstinacy of courts, police and government is thankfully no match for the determination of Joe Karam, writes Sir Bob Jones.05 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandDozens of drunk students arrestedPolice have arrested 37 people in Christchurch today during an annual end of year "Tea Party'' drinking event for university students.12 Oct 02:01 AM
New ZealandLifestyle beats moneyTo mark the Herald relaunch we're taking an in-depth, week-long look at what it means to be Kiwi. Today - why we choose NZ over anywhere else on the globe.09 Sep 05:30 PM
Opinion'I'll do it if it's interesting' - Tim Burton talks Beetlejuice 2Director Tim Burton offers more details on the possible sequel to his 1988 comedy horror Beetlejuice.08 May 08:46 PM
OpinionJarrod Booker: My year of living shakilyThe big picture of Christchurch, the broken city, is all too familiar. But what of the details of everyday life as its people journey down the long, rough road to recovery?17 Feb 04:30 PM