New Zealand‘Our best year on the roads in a century’: Road toll falls below 300 for the first time in a decade"Have we seen people starting to make safer choices when they’re driving?"29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball struck: One lucky punter ends 2024 $4.3 million richerNumbers are in; one punter wins big in the final draw of 2024.28 Dec 07:32 AM
LifestyleWhat will berry season look like this summer?It's looking like a bumper crop of everyone's favourite fruits this summer.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSoggy lead-up to the New Year as fresh weather system moves up NZFestivalgoers are in for a soaking as rain and wind move in from the east.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandUK family say their dream of a better life here turned into tenancy nightmareThe family won $18,000 in damages at the Tenancy Tribunal. The landlord wants a rehearing.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMassive waves slam Interislander ferryThe ferry was sailing in rough seas, sending sheets of water over its bow. Video / James ButcherWatch27 Dec 02:10 AM
EntertainmentEverything you need to know for Rhythm and Vines: Parking, paying and where not to swim20,000 festival-goers are set to descend on Gisborne to ring in the New Year.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Rich white privilege’: Sex offender home for ChristmasSex offender appeals two-year prison sentence and wins, now faces home detention.26 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleSurprise, surprise, the library books Kiwis borrowed the most this year were by Lee ChildKiwis are devoted to the Jack Reacher author, and it shows in our borrowing behavior.26 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionOpinion: How Māori scholarship reshapes our understanding of history'Maranga! Maranga! Maranga!' empowers Māori history, offering diverse, scholarly essays.26 Dec 12:08 AM
TravelGen Z American confused by bizarre Kiwi questionThis everyday phrase can cause confusion for foreign travellers.25 Dec 07:00 PM
New Zealand‘Never a time to be a hero’: What to do if you’re first at a crashPolice have advice for people who come across a crash scene.25 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Bodies stacked up like firewood’: Veteran aid worker remembers Boxing Day tsunamiAt least a quarter of a million people died 20 years ago.25 Dec 04:00 PM
Lifestyle'Lagging behind': Why Kiwi couple moved to Australia - and saved enough to travel the worldThey left for a specific reason. But it could pave the way for more to follow.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Biggest Christmas ever’: One person wins $5.3m in Powerball jackpotThey have received the ultimate last-minute Christmas present.25 Dec 07:24 AM
New Zealand‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZMeanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.24 Dec 11:07 PM
New ZealandChristmas Day at Auckland City MissionAbout 500 people in need are enjoying food stalls, a cooked lunch and presents today.Watch24 Dec 10:40 PM
Travel newsAll the road closures that could impact your summer road tripWith lots going on around New Zealand, it's important to plan your travel route carefully.23 Dec 10:52 PM
New ZealandLuigi Mangione pleads not guilty and holiday road toll period begins | NZ Herald News UpdateLuigi Mangione pleads not guilty over the death of health insurance CEO Brian Thompson and New Zealand's official holiday road toll period begins. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Dec 06:33 PM
New Zealand'Snitches get stitches': Family want answers after child sex offender's 'unexplained' prison deathThe family say they found unusual marks on the inmate's body.23 Dec 04:00 PM
TravelBest things to do in NZ and Australia this summer and beyondPrep for good times with these exciting new additions to travel.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandClear skies for Christmas Eve before Santa brings rain to townTemperatures will range from the low to mid-20s on Christmas Day.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandKea Kids: Exclusive interview with Santa at his Takapuna Christmas wonderlandWhere does Santa go to holiday from the holidays? Reporter Quinn checks in with the big man ahead of the big day. Video / Kea KidsWatch23 Dec 03:00 PM
LifestyleFamily discover mum had a secret son – a famous league player‘Mum had lived and died with this secret,’ says writer Mary Garden.23 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing teen continues and NZDF cost-cutting measures | NZ Herald News UpdateThe search for missing 19-year-old Maia Johnstone continues today, and cost-cutting measures for New Zealand Defence Force. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Dec 07:30 PM
WorldFlood, landslide warning for quake-battered Port VilaFollowing last week's 7.3 magnitude earthquake, Vanuatu now faces heavy rainfall.22 Dec 07:07 PM
Kahu‘Seismic shift’: Call for Māori-led educational reformsDr Maia Hetaraka: 'Cultural competence' should evolve into genuine cultural understanding.22 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEmbracing unity amid economic and cultural challenges this ChristmasOPINION: New Zealand celebrates Christmas amid rising living costs and cultural tensions.22 Dec 04:01 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: The only way is up for our economy in 2025 OPINION: Last week's GDP shocker took the edge off the Christmas cheer,21 Dec 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Remarkable': Ian calls time after 47 years at Rotorua company"If you’re loyal to them, they will be loyal to you."21 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘It's magical’: Kiwi teacher working as Santa's elf in Lapland villageExperiencing phenomena like the Northern Lights makes up for long work hours, Kiwi says.21 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThundestorm alerts issued around NZ, motorists warned to take careMotorists are being warned to drive 'carefully' as heavy falls start in Rotorua, Taupō.21 Dec 02:16 AM
New ZealandSpate of crashes leave one dead, several injured and part of SH1 closedSeven people have died in road crashes around the country since Wednesday. 20 Dec 10:02 PM
New ZealandVanuatu recovery continues, rain coming and MH370 search resumes | NZ Herald News UpdateMalaysia have announced they will continue the search for missing flight MH370 more than ten years after its disappearance. Rain is on the horizon for NZ, as we assist Vanuatu.Watch20 Dec 07:14 PM