Reporter Taromi is in Napier, where families from all over have turned out for the brand new Matariki tradition of gathering together and lighting bonfires on the beach.

Christopher Luxon & Erica Stanford make an education announcement. Video / NZ Herald

This morning, Chereè Kinnear reports Marama Davidson's surgery, no public media merger, and the Police Minister's youth crime goals. VIdeo / NZ Herald / Whakaata Māori

Whakaata Māori has announced a review of its organisational structure as it faces a $9.5 million funding decrease in the coming years. Video / Whakaata Māori

Reporter Tiari is in Kaitaia, where every year kids of all ages show their stuff in a massive talent show. But who will take the top prize?

Demolition is set to be completed at the end of August. Video / Paul Taylor

Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith speaks to the media. Video / NZ Herald

Kharl WiRepa says why the funding is important.

A dusting of snow is expected to settle on the Desert Rd today and occasional rain and strong winds will hit main centres.

In this morning’s NZ Herald headlines with Chereè Kinnear, 5 Kāinga Ora board members resign, findings released over a tragic toddler incident and Donald Trump is granted partia

A new, luxury three-story townhouse under construction has been destroyed in a fire overnight on Northboro Rd in Belmont. Video / NZ Herald

Reporter Jaykharn and his sister Jahdae are used to all the trappings of big city life. So what happens when their whanau takes on small town South Island living? We find out!

Three people have been arrested at a rural Waikato property as part of an ongoing investigation into the manufacture and supply of Class A controlled drugs. Video / NZ Herald

The regional fuel tax is gone but a new congestion charge could soon take its place.

Ryan Bridge discusses his thoughts to the shocking closure of Newshub with Paula Bennett on the Herald podcast "Ask Me Anything." Video / Ben Dickens

In today’s NZ Herald headlines with Chereè Kinnear, New Zealanders demand new Defence Force planes, a cold blast brings chilly weather predictions & President Biden faces scrutiny.

Reporter Arlo takes us to Ōwhiro Bay School where a group of students is having a whale of a time working with renowned artist Michel Tuffery to make a beautiful new mural. / KKN

Video released late Saturday shows an officer in Upstate New York fatally shooting a 13-year-old boy who had been tackled to the ground. Video / AP

Joe Biden and Donald Trump engaged in a live debate yesterday where Biden raised further concerns for his supporters, The IDF continues its push into Gaza, displacing thousands.

Two people died in a two-vehicle crash on Malaghans Road, Dalefield, Queenstown-Lakes District. Video / Supplied

The NZ Army School of Artillery put personnel through their paces in various live-fire scenarios. But is it enough to defend ourselves? Video / Mike Scott

Thursday night’s Matariki drone show was an emotional experience for some of the thousands who huddled under the glow at the edge of Lake Rotorua. Video / Supplied

A truck collided with parked vehicles last night on Gossamer Drive, Pakuranga Heights, Auckland. Video / Supplied

Transport Minister Simeon Brown announced the Government's policy statement on land transport. Video / Mark Mitchell

Judge June Jelas denied the Golriz Ghahraman's request for a discharge without conviction. Video / NZ Herald

The groundbreaking app Road Ninja is reshaping the trucking industry, connecting businesses and skilled drivers. Video / Carson Bluck

Drag performers have filed a $2 million defamation action against Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki. Video / NZherald

An Auckland family is heartbroken two beloved members of the family are being ordered to leave the country by Immigration NZ. Video / RNZ

Rescue teams head to the East Coast, Lauren Dickason’s family criticise the NZ Government and trust in police falls. Video / NZ Herald