New Zealand'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward mealsEach week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandParents gaming system as top Auckland schools close rolls to out-of-zone pupilsSome schools have hired private investigators to identify 'fraudulent' applications. 13 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia Insider'Huge victory': District Court lifts gagging order on journalist in China caseJudge on political activist: 'I have to say his approach has left a lot to be desired.'13 Jun 04:42 AM
New Zealand'Inconsistencies and confusion': Police allowed recruits to bypass literacy and fitness testsForce examines the performance of 1022 recruits who started training after January 2024. 13 Jun 03:35 AM
Entertainment'I'm not doing this': Ardern reflects on life captured on filmThe life of NZ's former Prime Minister, who is a leader, a mother, and a wife.13 Jun 02:55 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesIndian aviation’s close connection with NZ and student pilotsHundreds of student pilots will need support after the crash, aviation leader says.13 Jun 12:11 AM
New ZealandHit-and-run accused banned from CBD after incident near night marketThe incident occurred near the Rotorua Night Market on June 5.12 Jun 11:30 PM
KahuProtest bound for Parliament today as projected prisoner numbers soarThe prison population is expected to reach nearly 14,000 in a decade.12 Jun 08:41 PM
BusinessDawn Aerospace sells its first spaceplane – what the US buyer paidThe Aurora can reach 100km altitude, achieving three minutes of microgravity.12 Jun 08:30 PM
TravelThe best cosy cabins in New Zealand for a winter getawayThere’s no better time to go off-grid than in the midst of a New Zealand winter.12 Jun 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderThe lawyer, the horse magazine and ex-TVNZ news chief's evidence – court orders retrialDefamation jury should not have heard expert evidence of Bill Ralston, says court.12 Jun 05:12 PM
Business10 Kiwis lose $100k each to scams within three monthsThe first quarter of the year was the second-highest for online financial losses.12 Jun 05:00 PM
RacingFavouritism v loyalty in $75k Waikato Steeples'I can't tip against The Cossack': Nelson's heartfelt admission.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘A silly decision’: Safety advocate Sterling Maxwell on drinking and driving under 20Maxwell emphasises the importance of rangatahi driving safely and responsibly.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandUte rockets onto Ngauranga Gorge during rush hour, clipping carThe ute careens out of the off-ramp onto Ngauranga Gorge, clipping a car travelling on SH1. Video / Luke DrabbleWatch12 Jun 07:55 AM
New ZealandSocial media hacks targeting KiwiSaver hardship claims on the riseOver $389 million was withdrawn for financial hardship between July 2024 and April 2025.12 Jun 07:43 AM
New ZealandLong queues after ute crash on SH1 Ngauranga Gorge during evening rushFootage captures lengthy queues for those heading home from Wellington CBD tonight after a crash on Ngauranga Gorge. Video / NZ Transport Agency Waka KotahiWatch12 Jun 07:39 AM
New ZealandMark Lundy's media silence raises concerns over freedom of speechMark Lundy is banned from speaking to the media or posting on social media.12 Jun 06:49 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for New Plymouth woman missing for two nightsJan was last seen walking north along State Highway 3.12 Jun 06:27 AM
PremiumPremiumSharesMarket close: NZ sharemarket flat as tensions rise over potential Iran strikeThe S&P/NZX 50 closed up 0.34% today after a spike in oil prices globally.12 Jun 06:14 AM
Crime'Darkness on her life': Meter reader traumatised by kidnapping ordealA court heard the victim was trapped in her car by an aggressive property owner.12 Jun 05:53 AM
Interest ratesFinal big bank drops home loan rates after OCR cutWestpac announced changes to its six-month and one-year rates today.12 Jun 05:52 AM
New ZealandFrank Film: Stories from the South, Episode 6: A Museum in a HouseAnimal skulls, flesh-eating beetles and good honest pessimism: the life and work of Bruce Mahalski. Video / Frank FilmWatch12 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandHorticulture export revenue forecast to hit $8.5bHortNZ CEO Kate Scott says the forecast is great news for growers and the economy.12 Jun 04:35 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe weather - 12-14 JuneMetService Severe weather - 12-14 June. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Jun 04:08 AM
New ZealandAnti-ICE protests continue, and Nicola Willis criticises Reserve Bank | NZ Herald Afternoon UpdateAnti-ICE demonstrations continued across several American cities and Finance Minister Nicola Willis criticised the Reserve Bank over Adrian Orr's resignation.Watch12 Jun 02:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland University vice-chancellor ‘lost trust and confidence’ of staffOther colleagues said Dawn Freshwater was widely supported and a 'visionary' leader.12 Jun 02:08 AM
New ZealandCollins downplays reports of Aukus reviewThe US has told Australia it needs to significantly boost its defence spending.12 Jun 01:43 AM
New Zealand'This is not a drill': Napier chosen for cruise industry rethinkCruise numbers will drop 40% next summer. So what is the solution?12 Jun 01:37 AM
CrimeSecond Northland Two by Twos member charged with sex offences to stand trialThe 80-year-old faces a number of charges.12 Jun 01:10 AM
New Zealand11 sunscreens sold in New Zealand don't meet SPF claims One sunscreen was marked SPF50+ but only clocked an SPF of 4.12 Jun 01:05 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailCautious spending: Card data shows dip in retail sales for MayEconomist Satish Ranchhod says retail spending likely to remain 'soft for a while'.12 Jun 01:01 AM
PoliticsDefence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.11 Jun 11:30 PM
New ZealandUnequal palliative care access is harming end-of-life choices - reportFully funded hospices and improved end-of-life education needed, report finds. 11 Jun 11:23 PM
