PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFamilies allegedly fleeced by undertaker desperate for answers from Tipene FuneralsA 48-year-old woman is due to appear in court on Friday to face charges.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne lucky ticket wins $30 million Lotto Powerball jackpotThe winning numbers for tonight’s draw are in.23 Oct 07:22 AM
New ZealandThe observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.23 Oct 03:06 AM
New ZealandUnveiling of Jason Butler's memorial plaqueJason Butler went missing three years ago, His family, who are still seeking answers into his disappearance, have unveiled a memorial plaque at an urupa in Ngāpuna.Watch23 Oct 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps inAdvice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.22 Oct 04:57 AM
New ZealandYouth facility kids act up again, Yanfei Bao murder trial begins | NZ Herald Update 22 October 2024The murder trial for Yanfei Bao begins as children in youth facilities continue to rebel against those trying to help them. The NZDF continues to keep a close eye on their ship.Watch21 Oct 07:03 PM
New Zealand'End of story': Man reveals how he survived after falling into sewage tankThe orchard worker has a chest infection and a few strained muscles after falling in.21 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandAdvice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon BrownMeanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.21 Oct 03:43 AM
New ZealandAmerica’s Cup to be hosted here? Team NZ boss says return ‘not off the table’Political heavyweights have made their opinions clear, but it is up to Dalton and Team NZ.20 Oct 08:05 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball not struck, jackpot rolls over to $30 million prizeThe jackpot will be $30m on Wednesday.19 Oct 08:40 AM
New ZealandSchool 'appalled' council roadworks will coincide with examsRoadworks on Thorndon Quay have already been blamed for the closure of Bordeaux Bakery.18 Oct 04:49 AM
New Zealand'Horrendous': Man falls into tank 'chocka' with sewage, hosed off by fire crewsThe 'lucky' man told firefighters he was off to buy a Lotto ticket.17 Oct 11:55 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Should Govt run a mile from Tory Whanau's 'shambles' council?Simeon Brown says official advice on potential Government intervention is just days away.17 Oct 02:58 AM
New ZealandBurst water main floods SH1 in central Wellington with muddy waterMotorists have been told to expect delays.17 Oct 02:12 AM
New Zealand'Haven't broken the law': Wellington councillors challenge Govt intervention threatWellington City councillors have emerged from an urgent meeting this afternoon.16 Oct 04:01 AM
New ZealandLove messages to alleged rapist partner to 'keep the peace' complainant saysThe man has name suppression to protect the complainants' identities.16 Oct 03:50 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely not a shambles': Defiant Tory Whanau insists Wellington council will be fineMeanwhile, an urgent meeting has been called for all councillors this afternoon.16 Oct 12:11 AM
New Zealand'I can help you': Man allegedly told child to kill himself after pushing boy's motherThe man is also accused of sexually abusing the woman, sometimes in front of the kids.15 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandMan told boss he needed to WFH to homeschool his kid. He was actually on home detention for fraudAndrew Ross said he did not recall the extensive offending.15 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington council warned airport could request money for expansion planIf the council is called on and cannot provide capital, its shareholding could be diluted.15 Oct 05:16 AM
New ZealandKiller driver caught making 'vile, racist' remarks about hit-and-run victim on prison phoneThe victim's husband described his "helplessness" as his wife died in front of him.15 Oct 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Watch out Tory, there is a real risk Govt will intervene at Wellington councilOPINION: Tory Whanau should be worried by ministers calling her council a shambles.15 Oct 12:58 AM
New ZealandMeth lollies Halloween warning: Police urge extra vigilance in Auckland'Vital the public are aware' of the danger. Each 'lolly' is 3g of meth, or 300 doses.15 Oct 12:53 AM
New Zealand'A shambles': Nicola Willis says Govt watching Wellington City Council very closelyThe Finance Minister says the council doesn't appear to be very functional.14 Oct 06:21 AM
New Zealand'Everything's on the table': Tory Whanau on budget cuts after airport sale failureThe mayor says the council's ground leases could be sold or social housing reduced.13 Oct 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan found bloodied on doorstep after street stabbing now accused of lying to policeAbbas Munshi is charged with "fabricating circumstances" around the stabbing.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Fatal force': Daughter accused of murdering mother now namedJulia DeLuney accused of a "brutal and financially-motivated" murder.11 Oct 04:19 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderTVNZ staffer on 'all-out assault' on newsroom; Google’s NZ threat to PMThe news company expanding in NZ and RNZ could move in with... who?10 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Chaos and confusion’: Wellington council votes to stop controversial airport saleThe sale has divided the council and cost the mayor crucial support.10 Oct 09:13 AM
New ZealandArrest made after house shot at in Palmerston NorthA house was shot at and a vehicle damaged with a bat.09 Oct 11:31 PM
New ZealandLarge pool of brown wastewater spews into Wellington’s harbourPeople have been told to avoid the area while Wellington Water responds.09 Oct 09:50 PM
New ZealandCourtenay Place death: Young people 'playing roulette' going out in WellingtonThe mum of another young man has spoken out following the death of Luke Smith.09 Oct 09:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Tory Whanau's mayoralty damaged by toxic airport saleOPINION: It’s difficult to see how Wellington's Mayor comes out of the saga looking good.09 Oct 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Unthinkable tragedy': Man was enjoying night of dancing before fatal assaultGivealittle page set up to help family after 'bright light taken far too soon'.09 Oct 04:42 AM