KiwiRail fined $412k for Cook Strait ferry mayday, passengers describe terror
Kiwirail has pleaded guilty to exposing passengers and crew on the Kaitaki ferry to harm.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromNews
Al-Madinah School and Zayed College for Girls in lockdown
Two South Auckland Islamic schools are in lockdown after receiving threats this morning. Video / NZ Herald
Expectant mums to share rooms at Wellington hospital as labour induced
Pipes in every sink and shower in the hospital’s maternity department need to be replaced.
Teen who lost leg after being hit by skidding car shares new reality
The driver offered to give CJ the car he hit him with - but police impounded it.
Spike in homicides, hospital cuts and wild weather | Focus Morning Bulletin September 7, 2024
A spike in homicides in Auckland City is nothing to be worried about, says Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson, as a new meth capital of the country is revealed and wild weather looms.
'We are being let down': New dementia research reveals major reason Māori and Pacific people more at risk
The research shows there is potential to change forecasts through policy.
Hospital U-turns, toast to stay on the menu for mums after birth
Health Minister says women can make their own choices and toast is an easy comfort food.
Mysterious land deal: Could this be Sir Peter Jackson's movie museum?
There's speculation a block of land in Wellington could bring the museum plan to life.
Editorial: What happens when the news moves on?
OPINION: Ten years after a tragedy that rocked a town, the impact is everlasting.
Eatery sells 3500 burgers after being booted from culinary comp
The controversial burger has a line of white powder on top with a rolled-up $100 bill.
Nutritionally sub-optimal or cost cutting?: Hospital ditching toast for new mums
Health NZ acknowledges some women may not have been offered food post-birth.
PM Christopher Luxon speaks after Kīngi Tūheitia's tangi
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon attended and spoke to media after the tangi for Māori monarch Kiingi Tūheitia.
Māori King honoured, should AI run the defence force? | Focus Morning Bulletin August 31, 2024
Kiingi Tūheitia continues to be honoured after his passing, mental health foundation demands answers and Israeli forces claim to have killed a Hamas commander.
'Not as it seems': Police warn 'vigilantes' after kidnapping claim spreads online
An innocent man was accosted by a member of the public as rumours spread online.
Almost $4m from business levy subsidising 'white elephant' convention centre
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau says she is open to reviewing how the levy is spent.
Dad out of coma, recovering from deadly flu that killed his wife
John Leonard's first messages to his sons after waking up were jokes.
Interislander sought 22 exemptions to sail in breach of maritime rules
KiwiRail's Cook Strait rival Strait NZ applied for nine in the same timeframe.
Pedestrian injured after being hit by car in Carterton
Police received reports of the incident at 3.40pm.
Police searching for vehicle of interest in relation to Dargaville woman’s death
'Anyone who saw this vehicle or has dashcam footage ... is urged to come forward.'
Hillside owner on 10 years in business and the future of high-end dining
Less than a year ago Asher Boote was considering walking away amidst a string of closures.
The future of broadcast TV, news
Warner Bros Discovery New Zealand and Australia head Juliet Peterson speaks out. Video / NZ Herald
Blockhouse Bay homicide: Police cordon off multiple areas
Police have cordoned off the area around the Blockhouse Bay Tennis Club and recreational reserve on Rathlin St. Video / NZ Herald
Redemption for NZ's 'largest miscarriage of justice' | Focus Morning Bulletin August 24
The search for justice continues in the NZ court system, Health Minister Shane Reti is aware of people misusing everyday products to induce highs and the US prepares for debate.
Baby death in perinatal period more likely if mothers had Covid while pregnant
The annual report looks at causes behind perinatal and maternal deaths.
'Chilling': Crisis calls, $2m at stake after TV star kills weka; Will TV3, Paddy Gower have issues?
Mike Hosking and latest radio ratings; How is Stuff funding all these big new roles?
Funding uncertainty looms over Capital Connection's future, again
The 33-year-old commuter service will be discontinued at the end of this decade.
'Historic shift for NZ': First regional deal will be finalised by next year
'We will only finalise deals with regions that are focused on the basics' - Simeon Brown.
Huge water leak delivers perfect backdrop for PM's sharp warning to councils
Tory Whanau has accused Christopher Luxon of punching down in his speech to mayors.
Potential $1m cost to protect snails and lizards from new North Island motorway
Powelliphanta snails are among New Zealand’s most threatened invertebrates.
'Poor evidence': Health NZ reviewing diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Kiwis, many of whom are young women, are paying more than $100,000 for overseas surgery.
Focus Morning Bulletin August 17
The Waitangi Treaty principles bill is in the firing line, over 1000 firefighters contain a blaze in Turkey, and NZ Tourism confirms our numbers of tourists remains low.
KiwiRail chair's thinly veiled barb at Willis and why trust was a problem
Treasury has released more documents about Interislander's mega-ferry fallout.
Te Papa to start charging international visitors $35 as energy costs soar
The national museum will remain free for Kiwis.
Double standard? Ministry vacated staff from one quake risk building, left school kids in another
Ministry of Education is under fire from Wellington Girls' College as kids work from home.