New ZealandHave you seen Michael? Police, family fear for missing Wellington manHe was last seen on CCTV in Petone on Monday.23 May 04:33 AM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyTech boss's withering take on the BudgetNet reduction of $45m for the innovation sector.22 May 07:46 PM
PremiumPremiumTechnologyBudget 2025: $212m in cuts to existing business, science and innovation programmesNo surprises in another thin year for the sector.22 May 04:20 AM
New ZealandTrain station heckler 'apologetic' and upset after swearing at Winston PetersThe man was tearful when visited by the Herald this morning.21 May 11:01 PM
New ZealandHow a mini-stroke couldn't stop Emerson's football journey at Napier City RoversNo question of Cameron Emerson’s courage and commitment in hitting a 100-game milestone. 21 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen avoids conviction for giving cop concussion after he 'swung a haymaker'Police were trying to find out what had happened to the defendant's injured sister.19 May 09:50 PM
New ZealandRubbish site employee waived $111k worth of dump fees in exchange for beerThe customer did not pay to dump its rubbish on 71 occasions. 18 May 02:00 AM
PoliticsLuxon announces $164m for new 24/7 urgent care servicesThe Prime Minister made the pre-Budget health announcement in Botany this afternoon.18 May 01:22 AM
CrimeMan's bedroom meth stash enough to supply Wellington region for two monthsHe failed to convince a judge that the stash was to feed his own addiction.15 May 08:00 AM
New ZealandResene workers on less than living wage gather to share struggle to surviveEmployees say they work 'extremely hard' but still earn less than living wage.14 May 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Ruthless Environment': Cut from pro club in the UK – how New Zealand gave English footballer a second shot How shift from UK is helping Mason Johnson as a footballer and a person.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLower Hutt man critically injured following late night assaultPolice were called to a Randwick Rd address about 8pm. 13 May 03:45 AM
New Zealand'How they do it in the West Coast': Man disfigures family dog in drunken attackRonan Apiti said Buck the dog was like one of his children.09 May 03:36 AM
Crime'The truth and you are strangers': Judge's verdict on dishonest offenderThe judge said the man told probation 'inaccuracies and untruths'.08 May 06:17 AM
New Zealand'Gobsmacked': Plaque stolen from man's grave 24 years after deathThe distraught family only discovered the theft after their mother's recent death.07 May 10:38 PM
New ZealandSociopath teen rapist denied parole after nearly 50 bail breaches Noah Matthews' level of risk remains unclear due to a delay in a psychological assessment.06 May 05:00 PM
Sport'Struggling to find the words': Tributes for Kiwi rider after fatal motorcycle crashShane Richardson, 29, suffered severe chest injuries in the 11-bike crash.06 May 05:16 AM
New ZealandHigh-profile businessman Sir Bob Jones has diedHe died in Wellington today and is survived by three sons and six daughters. 02 May 02:55 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty‘State-house boy from Naenae’ to property magnate: Sir Bob Jones' colourful, controversial lifeHe didn’t suffer fools, loved boxing, smoked a pipe and liked to buy buildings on corners.02 May 02:13 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Tree just tried to take me out' - Woman barely escapes being crushed by branchThe branch also brought down a powerline, increasing the danger.01 May 06:30 AM
New ZealandTrampoline shatters windows as 'destructive' winds wreak havoc in HuttA woman was at home when she heard a loud bang and glass shattering.01 May 04:19 AM
New Zealand'Take this one seriously': Destructive winds peak in WellingtonWREMO is telling people to stay away from windows and doors.01 May 01:17 AM
New ZealandMissing Wellington 12-year-old found safe and taken home to parentsWilliam's father said it was a tough few days with mixed messages involved.29 Apr 07:56 AM
PoliticsNicola Willis' plan to save 'billions' thanks to Budget cuts Nicola Willis will deliver a pre-Budget speech this morning. 28 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Masked machete-wielding robber storms Lower Hutt dairyA man has been arrested and charged over the incident on Saturday.28 Apr 01:07 AM
New Zealand'Dangerous' vigilante deflates woman's tyres for legally using disability parkThe woman said it's one of several incidents she's experienced using disability parks.24 Apr 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Feel like a human': Resene workers struggle to get by on wagesOne man said he couldn't even afford a birthday gift for his child.22 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I'm innocent': Baby Ru's mum speaks about day her son was killedBaby Ru’s mother reflects on her loss and unanswered questions 18 months on.22 Apr 01:04 AM
New Zealand‘Inaction is not an option’: Mum wants neighbour’s tree removed after Cyclone Tam frightGirl, 10, and nanny had lucky escape when part of a tree fell on a car they'd just exited.18 Apr 01:56 AM
LifestyleWhich stores will open this long weekend? A guide to Easter trading restrictionsMost stores must close on Good Friday and Easter Sunday in New Zealand. 17 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSteve BrauniasSteve Braunias: The enduring questions at Mark Lundy's parole hearing todaySteve Braunias previews Mark Lundy's parole hearing at Tongariro Prison today.16 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf courseHamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.15 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeExpletives in court as verdicts returned in 50th birthday party shootingRawiri Wharerau was shot and killed and his brother was shot and injured in 2023.15 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandDeath threats and false claims: Mayor's legal battle with ex-councillor revealedThe case has been shrouded in secrecy until today.14 Apr 01:28 AM
