PoliticsEnvironmental Protection Authority claims Shane Jones’ criticism hurting staff The minister is set to meet with the EPA's board chairman to discuss his concerns. 01 Sep 06:44 AM
New ZealandSuspect arrested after shots fired at police during Palmerston North car chase The alleged shooting happened at 1.30am when officers pursued a speeding vehicle.01 Sep 05:02 AM
New Zealand'Eggs in one basket': Expert's warning on Fonterra's billion-dollar saleProfessor Alan Renwick warns Fonterra risks losing value-added capacity with the sale.01 Sep 03:17 AM
CrimeNZ fraudster loses US extradition battle over 400kg Hells Angels cocaine plotHe says he didn't know the drugs would go through US, despite undercover agent's accent.01 Sep 02:35 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJenée TibshraenyJenée Tibshraeny: Cut the spin, Nicola Willis and Reserve BankOPINION: Why the Finance Minister should have done more to push for transparency.01 Sep 02:24 AM
New ZealandWhitebait season kicks off under sunny skies in Hawke's BayWhitebait season and our meteorological spring both began on Monday.01 Sep 01:10 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Pharmac extends vaccine access and Jetstar finedNZ Herald Afternoon News Update | Jetstar fined for misleading customers and Pharmac extends access to meningitis vaccine.Watch01 Sep 12:30 AM
Herald NOWFire devastates West Auckland Rose NurseryVan Lier Nurseries Owner Harry Van Lier on the devastating fire that destroyed large parts of West Auckland rose nursery. Video / Herald NOWWatch31 Aug 08:35 PM
New ZealandConveyor belt death: 80 warnings of multiple risks before worker diedWorker's death followed 80 safety warnings in report.31 Aug 08:25 PM
Herald NOWLanguage learning at crisis point, calls for compulsory second language lessonsNew report calls for compulsory second language learning for years 7 to 10. Belinda Sydenham, Baradene Colleage Dean of International Students, speaks to Garth Bray on Herald NOW.Watch31 Aug 07:51 PM
New ZealandHerald NOW Weather: September 1, 2025Herald NOW Weather: September 1, 2025Watch31 Aug 07:18 PM
LifestyleWhen does spring start? We don't actually knowSpring is meant to start today, but not everyone will mark the change of season.31 Aug 07:00 PM
BusinessA thousand dollars hiding in your wardrobeFrom dust to dollars – selling your clothes could make you serious cash.31 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning News Update | Sex crimes on the rise and living cost concerns for studentsNZ Herald Morning News Update | Survey shows increase in sexual assaults over the past two years and concern tertiary students are having to choose extra work over study.Watch31 Aug 06:57 PM
Education'Crisis point': Fears as NZ lags in language learning for studentsLanguage learning at a crisis point.31 Aug 06:00 PM
BusinessBuyer confidence holding firm in property marketLatest survey reflects a market caught between opportunity and caution.31 Aug 05:02 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAndrew Barnes: Why we should charge the ultra-rich tens of millions of dollars for an NZ passportOPINION: If you are insanely wealthy and you want access to NZ, you should pay to play.31 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'You don't study well if hungry': Tertiary hardship funds remain crucialTe Pukenga gave out $4.59m last year through its Manaaki Fund.31 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Making finger gun gestures at a minister demands a formal apologyOPINION: The Reserve Bank appears out of step with the average Kiwi, writes one reader.31 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMark ListerMark Lister: Tech's sharemarket dominance raises awkward questionsOPINION: Three companies rival entire swathes of industries that employ millions.31 Aug 04:00 PM
PoliticsPoll: Labour leads National on key issues as cost of living concerns riseThe cost of living is the top issue for 60% of voters.31 Aug 10:05 AM
SportEvelyn Webster, first Kiwi woman at Wimbledon, dies at 101Evelyn Webster competed in four Wimbledon tournaments from 1951 to 1954.31 Aug 09:55 AM
New ZealandTwelve players win $25k in Lotto Second Division draw - where were tickets sold?Four players also won Powerball Second Division. 31 Aug 07:03 AM
AucklandKumeū nursery has 'about a day' to save millions of dollars worth of stock after fireSupport poured in from fellow growers and competitors after the blaze.31 Aug 06:49 AM
Crime'She was just wailing': Friends had to tell RSE worker's mum he had been killed in a crashTruck driver Robert Clifford was on his phone when he crashed into the RSE van.31 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle25 things dads actually want this Father's DayCement your status as the favourite child with a truly memorable Father's Day present.31 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThe Ex-Files: How do I get my share of the family home when it's owned by a trust?Her $165,000 inheritance was spent renovating the family home.31 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPou carved for Hawke's Bay whare to be returned to NZ after 134 yearsThe carvings are coming home after more than a century sitting in an Australian museum.31 Aug 12:00 AM
New ZealandUnexplained death in Petone not suspicious, police sayPolice closed part of The Esplanade in Petone this morning as they made inquiries.30 Aug 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionNadine HigginsNadine Higgins: How to spot financial scams targeting Kiwi investorsOPINION: Scammers are using images of well-known Kiwi financial experts in online scams.30 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCrime'Monster' tried to run over partner at bus stop, destroyed Good Samaritans' lives insteadA 78-year-old pedestrian died of a stroke, but Hayden Williams avoided a homicide charge.30 Aug 09:00 PM
New Zealand13 notable Kiwis, nine simple questions about life – how they respondedWe asked 13 New Zealanders the same nine questions – here are their answers.30 Aug 08:27 PM
Travel newsFive events you should not miss this SeptemberPrepare your September for an array of festivities.30 Aug 05:25 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Sport is supposed to enhance health, not endanger itOPINION: Readers loved young trainee farmer Jack Boon playing his bagpipes to his dogs.30 Aug 05:00 PM