New ZealandCyclone threat: Supercars weigh options as Taupō races set to go aheadCrowds of up to 20,000 people a day are expected at Taupō Motorsport Park at the weekend.10 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandDrivers warned of lengthy delays on SH29 through Kaimai RangeThe breakdown is on SH29 between Tauranga and Te Poi.09 Apr 11:13 PM
Super RugbyCrusaders lose All Blacks duo for Australia trip: All you need to know about Super Rugby round nineEverything you need to know for the weekend's action, with five games taking place.09 Apr 08:30 PM
TravelLooking for an easy autumn minibreak? This hotel has the best hidden bar in WaikatoThis new hotel in an old building makes Cambridge a destination not a pitstop.09 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand‘A dream come true’: DNA test leads Waikato woman to 100-year-old fatherHalina says finally meeting her dad, Hubert, at 80 has left her feeling 'complete'.09 Apr 06:00 PM
RacingHart says Battle of the Brothers could be decided before final bendSwayzee and Leap To Fame go at it again at Cambridge tonight.09 Apr 05:00 PM
RacingCan any of the Kiwis challenge the Aussie harness dominance?The Australians should continue their domination of New Zealand's biggest races tonight.09 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow will the potentially life-threatening cyclone impact your region?Track to tourist magnet Coromandel beach, DoC campsites to close ahead of cyclone.09 Apr 09:28 AM
New ZealandNew mum leaves baby in NICU to help partner with an aggravated robberyBrooke Knight was in hospital for post-birth complications when her partner picked her up.09 Apr 08:00 AM
New Zealand‘I couldn’t wait that long’: Mum's battle for son’s vital feeding tubeThe Mic-Key will replace the nasogastric tube her son relies on.09 Apr 05:02 AM
New Zealand'I liked your hair': Teacher messaged young students on TikTok to be 'relatable'The girls said the teacher's messages made them feel sick.09 Apr 05:00 AM
AucklandOrganisers begin to postpone events because of Cyclone VaianuDecisions are being made before the cyclone hits parts of the North Island this weekend.09 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandTop cop Chambers told Tom Phillips doco producer he’d ‘love to catch up’ before starting jobPolice omitted the emails from an earlier document release and later apologised.09 Apr 03:17 AM
LifestyleWedding photos in the veggie aisle: The 30-year love story that began in a Tauranga supermarket'I always knew I’d be competing with the great love of his life: Woolworths.'09 Apr 02:12 AM
New ZealandLife-threatening storm looms: When Vaianu is expected to hit North IslandAuckland has activated its Emergency Co-ordination Centre as NZ braces for the cyclone.09 Apr 01:32 AM
BusinessWellington house sales delayed by backlog of council-issued Lim property reportsReal estate agents say the delays are the worst they have seen in decades.09 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandOceanic phenomenon could supercharge Cyclone Vaianu's impact on NZThe inverse barometer effect can lift sea levels and intensify storm surges on the coast.09 Apr 12:56 AM
New ZealandThis NZ community plans to be solar-powered by ChristmasThe island's 480 residents still rely entirely on diesel for their electricity.09 Apr 12:18 AM
New ZealandPolice seek man and car after Hamilton East assaultThe victim was shaken by the incident and believed the man could help police inquiries.08 Apr 11:49 PM
RetailIran conflict and wild weather dampen March spending in regional divideWorldline NZ processed $3.98b in March, just 0.5% higher than March 2025.08 Apr 10:13 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthDr Jacqueline Rowarth: Food for thought – why buying NZ‑grown mattersOPINION: About 60% of pork eaten in New Zealand is imported under different standards.08 Apr 09:42 PM
Sport'The ocean gods helped us out': Oar Blacks ride the ocean to landmark first winThe Oar Blacks women became the first Kiwi crew to beat Australia.08 Apr 05:01 PM
RacingButcher says he won't surrender to Aussie pacing superstars just yetZachary Butcher is trying to win his second Cambridge slot race with Merlin tomorrow.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPanicked teen died just hours after Facebook sextortion scamThe 18-year-old was told to pay $5000 or his intimate images would be shared publicly.08 Apr 05:00 PM
BoxingBoxer Francis Waitai loses bout against Max Reeves in AustraliaJudges scored it a split decision, with two rating Reeves clearly ahead.08 Apr 03:35 AM
New ZealandLong-haul flights may face cuts if jet fuel price crisis drags onDomestic flights have already been cut as fuel costs bite.08 Apr 03:30 AM
Super Rugby'We had our hands tied': The reason why Super Rugby only had three games over Easter weekendJust three games were played while rival codes had up to eight fixtures.08 Apr 02:00 AM
CrimeEarly morning fuel siphoning in two cities highlight worrying theft trend, police sayPolice say both early-morning incidents show a rise in diesel thefts.08 Apr 01:41 AM
New Zealand'Where's the defendant?': Former sportsman fails to appear in courtThe man plans to fight the charge of obstructing police.08 Apr 01:15 AM
NRLTwidle wave: Inside the emotional NRL debut of future Kiwis starTe Hurinui Apanui Twidle's NRL debut felt more Hollywood that rugby league.08 Apr 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyPlumbers warn of cost squeeze after pipe prices to rise 25%Plumbers have tried to buy pipes in bulk to stockpile and delay having to pay more.07 Apr 10:38 PM
BusinessScentian Bio raises $7m for its insect and AI-powered 'digital nose'After two decades of research, a startup's sensor is just months from commercialisation.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWho helped Tom Phillips stay hidden for years? Police probe continuesPolice told the Herald they have spoken to several people. 07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson arrested after serious assault in Hamilton suburbPolice were called to Dominion Road in Nawton at about 3pm today.07 Apr 05:30 AM
