Wellington'A bit of a wiggle': 4.5 quake strikes lower North IslandMore than 4600 people reported feeling the tremor, from Auckland to Christchurch.27 Jan 01:04 AM
AucklandFather's grief as son's death in Auckland floods sparks safety pushSteve Miller now campaigns for locked manhole covers after his son's death.26 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRobbed of summer: Wet, sun-starved January as forecasters tip warmer FebruaryNiwa says most regions had under 85% of their usual January sunshine.25 Jan 07:02 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleRaglan and the thong bikini: Are tiny togs a hot sand health hazard?Togs, togs, third degree burns. A cautionary tale about shrinking swimwear.23 Jan 07:00 PM
CrimeMan caused mass evacuation during police standoff, threats to blow up his homeCorey Innocente fired a crossbow arrow into the street during the standoff as a 'warning'.23 Jan 01:33 AM
Crime'Absolute menace': Man repeatedly phoned woman and made sex noises, sent explicit videosDaniel Barlow sent images, videos and 'numerous' voice messages of a sexualised nature.21 Jan 07:00 PM
CrimeWithin an hour of a teen turning 18, he critically stabbed a stranger in an alleyway The victim said the stabbing felt like he was ‘being whipped with a piece of string’.19 Jan 04:00 PM
CrimeSeatbelt bruises expose drunk, disqualified driver after crash he blamed on pregnant partnerAdam Hubac hit a bank and flipped his car, then told police his partner had been driving. 19 Jan 05:00 AM
TravelThese are the 10 best family beaches in NZ, but which will you vote as number one?Voting is open in the Herald's annual Best Beach competition.18 Jan 09:00 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: Gold Coast pool parties, Queenstown luxury, food tours and epic bike adventuresPoolside beats, alpine luxury, foodie walks and epic rides shape this season’s travel hits17 Jan 05:30 PM
New ZealandRescue underway for motorists trapped by slips in Waioweka Gorge stormPolice urge worried relatives to call 105 and quote event number P065149924.16 Jan 05:44 AM
New ZealandWatch: Tornadoes sweep across top of North Island in day of wild weatherA large tornado was spotted tearing through a field in the Waikato community of Maihiihi.14 Jan 08:28 PM
New Zealand'Big region of instability': Heavy rain and thunderstorms set to pummel NZThunderstorms are most likely for western North Island areas later this week.13 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandWet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spellA heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBluebridge ferry to recommence sailing after days of disruptionSix sailings were cancelled over the weekend, with next bookings nearly two weeks away. 12 Jan 12:34 AM
New Zealand25-year-old named as swimmer missing in Waikato River searchA police dive squad is re-entering the Waikato River today to search again.12 Jan 12:05 AM
New ZealandNZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell treesMultiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.11 Jan 06:14 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing swimmer continues after deadly day in waterThe swimmer was seen struggling in the Waikato River near Graham Island.10 Jan 07:02 PM
New Zealand'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZHastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.10 Jan 06:10 AM
New ZealandTwo dead, one missing after water tragedies in Canterbury, Bay of Plenty and WaikatoAnother person suffered critical injuries after a water incident at Mahurangi East.10 Jan 02:42 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhat extreme heat in NZ does to your bodyHow to protect your health during a heatwave.10 Jan 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Stressful': Families' holidays upended as Bluebridge cancels ferry sailingsSix Cook Strait sailings this weekend have been axed as crews fix a faulty ramp.09 Jan 10:57 PM
New Zealand'Records could roll': Heat alerts issued, forecast temperatures to reach 38CHastings is now forecast to reach 38C on Sunday, with 36C expected in Napier.08 Jan 11:13 PM
Wellington'Pretty stressful': Ferry passengers finally disembark after fault strands 200 overnightA passenger said they got little sleep due to update announcements about the issue.08 Jan 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Simple measures can make beach swimming saferOPINION: This summer is already a busy one for lifeguards.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMass whale stranding on Farewell Spit Department of Conservation staff and Project Jonah NZ members are on the scene.08 Jan 08:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleWhere to save and where to spend on supermarket staples, according to food expertsOwn-brand butter, sugar, flour and milk often match pricier labels in baking.08 Jan 01:33 AM
New Zealand'Extreme fire danger' as 37C scorcher looms, alerts issued for hot spotsForecasts of 30C+ in multiple centres will see a scorching end to this week. 07 Jan 10:16 PM
New ZealandPreparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threatWhat to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.07 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandScorching mid-30s temperatures forecast this week as thunderstorm threat issuedTemperatures could reach into the 30s by the end of the week for the east of New Zealand.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHelicopters join week-long search for missing tramper in South Island national parkGraham Garnett, 66, was expected to return on December 30 but has not been seen.06 Jan 04:07 AM
New Zealand'In for a warm week': Golden spell set to push regions higher than 30C By week's end some parts of the country will reach a scorching 34C.04 Jan 11:20 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remainHeavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.02 Jan 05:11 AM
New ZealandNY Day weather: Thunderstorms, floods and slips loom in the south, ‘quite nice’ up northDownpours of up to 40mm/h may trigger flash flooding, slips and poor driving.31 Dec 10:51 PM
