Cyclone Evan, which has already reportedly claimed the lives of three people, continues to batter Samoa today and is expected to intensify with winds up to 145km/h. Last night there were reports of widespread flash floods, blocked roads, damaged buildings and evacuations.
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Surfing: Vette heads to the elimination round
A decent showing from the Kiwi as she places second in her heat with a two-way total of 7.50, but it's not enough to get her straight into round three. Video / Sky Sport
Darleen Tana’s future addressed
The Green Party will decide whether to eject former Green, now independent MP Darleen Tana from Parliament at a Special General Meeting (SGM) on September 1. Video / NZ Herald
Dupont inspires special French Sevens triumph
Antoine Dupont inspires French sevens triumph in raucous scenes in Paris. Video / NZ Herald
Hayden Wilde on preparing for the Paris Games
Triathlete Hayden Wilde talks about the NZ team culture and preparing for the Paris Olympic Games. Video / NZ Herald
Greens debate Tana issue, France transport delays | Morning Bulletin 28 July, 2024
Green Party to debate Darleen Tana issue today. France sees train delays after massive sabotage. Firearms incident in West Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Focus Live: Chloe Swarbrick makes statement on Darleen Tana situation
Focus Live: Chloe Swarbrick comments on Darleen Tana issue. Video / NZ Herald
Erica Fairweather pipped for Bronze Medal in 400m Swimming final
Erica Fairweather pipped for Bronze Medal in 400m Swimming final. Source / Sky Sport
New Zealand Women's Doubles Rowing team first in heat
New Zealand Women's Doubles Rowing team first in heat. Source / Sky Sport
New Zealand Men's Doubles Rowing team Manson and Parry second in heat
New Zealand Men's Doubles Rowing team Manson and Parry second in heat. Source / Sky Sport
Paris Olympics: While you were sleeping day one action
On day one from Paris, Erika Fairweather just misses out on medal and our rowers are off to a strong start. Video / Cheree Kinnear
How Share Satisfaction became a leading brand in sexual wellness
Discover how Share Satisfaction found its niche, launched during Covid-19, and transformed sexual wellness with non-gendered, beautiful products. Video / Mark Mitchell
The sex toy phenomenon
Business is booming for Adult Toy Megastore owner Nicola Relph. Video / Mark Mitchell
Fans shocked by Canadian football team's actions
Canadian fans at the Paris Olympics are shocked their team would spy on New Zealand. Video / NZ Herald
Olympic dreams and lessons from Wimbledon
Kiwi tennis star Lulu Sun on her Olympic hopes, that Wimbledon run and avoiding food nightmare in the Olympic Village.
Every cat has its day: Saving the Sumatran tiger
Auckland Zoo is at the centre of conservation efforts for the critically endangered animals. Video / Jason Oxenham
The Opening Ceremony from NZ-themed bar in Paris
NZ Herald takes you along to experience the opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics 2024 from a Kiwi-themed bar in Paris. Video / NZ Herald
Warriors keep season alive with home win
The Warriors out-played the Tigers at home last nigh to keep their season alive. Video / Sky Sport
Person injured after firearm discharged during an altercation in Glen Eden
Police are present on Waikumete Rd in Glen Eden following an altercation outside Westlight Apartments where a firearm was discharged Video / Hayden Woodward / NZME
Kiwi fans get amongst the Olympics at NZ House
The Paris hub is open to friends, family and fans of the NZ Team. Video / NZ Herald
Man seriously injured in Mount Maunganui e-scooter accident
Mate Glamuzina was seriously injured in an e-scooter accident in Mount Maunganui in October 2020. Video / NZ Herald
A look at Sky City's new Horizon Hotel
Director of hotel operations at Sky City Hotels group Michael Anderson shows off the new Horizon Hotel. Video / Michael Craig
NZ cyclist Olivia Podmore’s family reflect on her death
Nienke Middleton will be waking up early to watch the Paris Olympics despite the painful reminder it brings of her daughter’s absence. Video / Joe Allison
Pāpāmoa residents ‘terrorised’ by people throwing rocks
Brendon Burchell wants the council to install a security camera and lighting at a nearby council walkway. Video / BOP Times
Viral durian hot pot dish hits Auckland
NZME lifestyle deputy editor Emma Gleason and senior reporter Lincoln Tan try the Durian hot pot at Sum Made Restaurant in Albany. Video / Jason Oxenham
Casino-Rockk with her Ataria whānau two days before uplift
Trish Puna filmed Casino-Rockk Ataria-Wharehinga in Clive Square, Napier, two days before she was uplifted to whānau in Gisborne. It was the last time she saw her. Video / Trish Pu
Port Waikato residents losing their homes to the sea
Excessive tides and swells are rapidly eroding sandbanks on Port Waikato’s Sunset Beach, destroying the carpark and threatening homes. Video / Mike Scott
Ivan Pivac on why being blind is an advantage in acupuncture
Ivan Pivac lost his sight after an accident when he was 12, and went on to train in acupuncture in Hong Kong. He has worked from his practice below his Auckland home for 50 years.
Official Trailer | Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up | Lifetime
Gypsy Rose Blanchard was imprisoned in 2016 for conspiring to kill her abusive mother DeeDee Blanchard. In December 2023, she was released on parole. Video / Lifetime
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th-28th July
MetService Severe Weather Warning: 26th-28th July Video / MetService
Second complaint against New Zealand Law Society president
The Herald can reveal another complaint has been laid against the New Zealand Law Society president. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael Morrah
'Austin' hitmaker Dasha talks TikTok and taking country into a new era
Viral country star Dasha drops by the Herald office to discuss overnight fame, Coyote Ugly and how to make a hit.
'We need to leave right now': PM cuts press conference short
Christopher Luxon ended a press conference early and was whisked away by security in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Focus Live: Police Beat Patrol briefs Christopher Luxon
Focus Live: Police Beat Patrol briefs Christopher Luxon
Church told it could 'destroy' records and calls for masks | Focus Morning Bulletin July 26, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, a report finds Law Society president told a church group it could 'destroy' records of children in its care and Kiwis told to mask-up.
Charity combating social violence launched in friend's memory
City Kickboxing Gym has launched The Walk Without Fear Trust honouring mixed martial artist Liufau Vake (Fau), who died in 2021 after a coward punch attack. Video / Whakaata Māori
Minerals moment
Santana Minerals just listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange. Could the gold miner mark our a minerals moment for our economy?
New Zealand flag bearers named
Track cyclist Aaron Gate and sailing athlete Jo Aleh have been named flag bearers for the Paris Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. Video / NZ Herald
Paris prepares for ambitious Olympics opening ceremony
The River Seine has been blocked off and security is high as Paris prepares to officially open the Olympic Games. Video / NZ Herald
Presbyterian Support Otago documents destroyed - Sam Benton interview
Michael Morrah interviews Sam Benton. Video / Ben Dickens