Focus: PM on governments use of consultants and contractors
PM Chris Hipkins defended the government's use of consultants and contractors on specific projects but said he wants to see generally less reliance on them. Video / Mark Mitchell
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Focus: PM on ACC and Pharmac chair Steve Maharey's comments
PM Chris Hipkins took questions about ACC and Pharmac chair Steve Maharey's political comments. Video / Mark Mitchell
Funeral procession of Head Hunter Trinity Duffy
The funeral procession of Head Hunter Trinity Duffy aka James Helu arrives at Waikumete Cemetary ahead of his burial on Monday. Video / George Block
Focus Live: Chris Hipkins holds post-Cabinet press conference
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is expected to announce further financial support for those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.
Oxford graduate committed to ending Māori health inequities
Ngāti Kahungunu and Ngāi Tahu paediatrician Dr Te Aro Moxon has graduated Oxford University and has been awarded a scholarship to do a masters in global health and epidemiology. Video / Te Ao Māori News
Mongrel Mob member begins 10 year murder sentence
Mongrel Mob members shout the gang's rallying cry Sieg Heil as West Coast chapter president Turanganui John Ormsby-Turner is driven off to begin his 10 year sentence for the murder of rival gang prospect Rei Marshall. Video / Supplied
Focus: Beach Haven teenagers accused of murder appear in court
Two teenagers, aged 17 and 14, have appeared in court to face murder charges of Joshuah Tasi, 28, who was stabbed to death on Friday, March 3 in a road rage incident. Video / Hayden Woodward
Focus: Luxon speaks to media after unveiling affordable childcare plan
Leader Christopher Luxon and deputy leader Nicola Willis spoke to media the day after announcing National's affordable childcare plan. Video / NZ Herald
Markets with Madison: Michael Hill's recession-shielding secret
Markets with Madison: Michael Hill's chief executive reveals what it does if jewellery doesn't sell, and Pushpay shareholders may accept a better takeover offer after rejecting a $1.54b bid. Video / NZ Herald
Watch: The Drawing Board episode 2
Derek explores Tūrama, a whare that embeds whakapapa into the built form, creating a connection to a place beyond where the eye can see. The Drawing Board is an 8-part series airing Monday nights on Whakaata Māori. Made with the help of NZ on Air. Video / Faultline Films
Focus: National Party’s childcare pledge
Chris Luxon on National Party’s childcare pledge. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: Fire crews fight overnight blaze in South Auckland
Fire crews fight overnight blaze at South Auckland commercial property. Video / Hayden Woodward
Beach Haven murder accused in Court, 'embarrassing' ferry breakdowns & High Seas Treaty signed | Focus Morning Bulletin: 6 March, 2023
Teenagers to appear in court after fatal road-rage attack, why petrol taxes could be returning and another step toward recovery in Napier in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Residents gather to remember Beach Haven victim Joshuah Tasi
A community comes together to mourn the loss of Joshuah Tasi. Video / David Williams
Focus: 'Culvert Cop' who survived being swept away in Auckland floods
Former policeman John Purkis was swept down a culvert during Auckland’s January floods and managed to survive. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: Monster Trucks Extreme’s Auckland show
Monster Trucks Extreme’s Auckland show: Crowds pack out Auckland show of maligned NZ tour. Video / Luke Nola
Focus: 'Culvert Cop' who survived being swept away in Auckland floods
Former policeman John Purkis was swept down a culvert during Auckland’s January floods and managed to survive. Video / NZ Herald
Watch: Emergency services respond to fatal incident in Beach Haven
Emergency services respond to a fatal incident in Beach Haven Video / Hayden Woodward
Watch: Tension at climate protest as National candidate speaks
National Remutaka candidate Emma Chatterton speaks to a climate protest in Wellington. Video / Aaron Dahmen
Focus: School Strike for Climate protesters march across Aotearoa
School Strike for Climate protesters call for urgent action across Aotearoa. Video / Mark Mitchell / Alex Burton
Watch: Huge fire sends plumes of smoke across Hamilton
A massive fire sends black plumes of smoke across Hamilton. Video / Belinda Feek
NZTA on reopening SH1 over the Brynderwyns
NZTA is pushing hard to reopen to SH1 over the Brynderwyns. Video / Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency - Auckland
Focus: Railway lines closed for months due to massive slips
Kiwirail boss Siva Sivapakkiam reveals the rail line between Auckland and Northland has been hit by 50 slips in total and will be out of action for months. Video / Dean Purcell
Focus Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to media on Christchurch visit
Chris Hipkins speaks to media on Christchurch visit
Markets with Madison: Carpet wool factory wiped out
Bremworth's crucial carpet wool yarn factory in Napier was wiped out in the cyclone. Plus, markets fail to fire in February, how inflation is still impacting returns. Video / NZ Herald
Focus: Ram raid in Hillcrest
Police were called to a ram raid at the Coronation Superette on Coronation Rd Hillcrest at 4:37 am. Video / Hayden Woodward
Kids take to the streets and strike for climate, cyclone taskforce finalised & why landlords are pushing up rents | Focus Morning Bulletin: 3 March, 2023
School kids around the world strike for climate, Cyclone Gabrielle taskforce finalised and the reason why so many landlords are pushing up rents in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: Kids on Aotea learn the art of filmmaking
Aotea tamariki make their own 16mm film and screen it for the community, guided by award-winning artist Nova Paul. Video / Kea Kids News
Kea Kids News: Sisters raise money to support BirdCare Aotearoa
BirdCare Aotearoa rescues thousands of birds every year, and couldn’t do it without the help of folks like Scarlett and Mila. Video / Kea Kids News
Bailey bridges for Hawke's Bay
Hon Michael Wood, Minister of Transport visited Downer in Hastings to view Bailey bridge components. Developed by the British during the WW2, Bailey bridges are a versatile, cost effective system being relatively quick and easy to put up.
Voices of the Pacific - Fiji
Fijian RSE worker Aporosa Bulinitarawereierenavula calls Hawke's Bay his second home. He knows what it's like to rebuild after a cyclone. Video / Pacific Cooperation Foundation
Watch: Canterbury driver 'close to death' after near miss
A Canterbury driver says he was 'close to death' with this near miss. Video / Supplied
Watch: The journey to and from school for Hawke's Bay kids
The school run looks a little different for Hawke's Bay kids crossing the Mangaone River since Cyclone Gabrielle. Video / Laura Marinus