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Dozens dead, missing in Texas floods, infant death investigated | NZ Herald News Update: July 6 2025
Dozens dead, more missing in Texas floods. Death of infant investigated in Foxton. Palestine activists designated as terrorists in UK. Video / NZ Herald
Michael Morrah Investigates

Official figures reveal which emergency departments are busiest ahead of predicted winter surge
An emergency physician says record patient numbers at this time of year is a 'significant worry'. Video / Jason Dorday, Alyse Wright

'Ship is sinking': Over 1500 treated in corridors at Middlemore Hospital’s ED in a month
The Herald has exclusively obtained a report written by clinicians that highlights serious patient safety concerns.

"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers
A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens

'Walked down the aisle in pain': Jess Quinn backs call for amputee service reform
The disability advocate and model lost her right leg to cancer as a child.

Watch – 'Tears of frustration': Amputees demand change amid struggles with limb service
Amputees complain of delayed care, pain and an inability to choose who provides their care.

"Extremely disappointed.": Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facility
Manawatū iwi leader criticised secrecy over radioactive waste facility near Palmerston North, citing lack of consultation and safety concerns. Video / Annaleise Shortland

'David Attenborough would be mortified': 6 tonnes of coral caught by trawler off Christchurch
Fisheries New Zealand says incidents involving this amount of coral are "very rare". Video / Cameron Pitney

Watch - “Horrific”: Plastic pellet pollution on beaches sparks concerns about industry inaction
Hundreds of thousands of “nurdles” have washed up on Waiheke’s Oneroa Beach. Video / Dean Purcell, Alyse Wright

Mental health patients absconding "every day" from hospital EDs
Psychiatrists say ED's have become the "default" facility due to lack of community services.

Official figures reveal which emergency departments are busiest ahead of predicted winter surge
An emergency physician says record patient numbers at this time of year is a 'significant worry'. Video / Jason Dorday, Alyse Wright

'Ship is sinking': Over 1500 treated in corridors at Middlemore Hospital’s ED in a month
The Herald has exclusively obtained a report written by clinicians that highlights serious patient safety concerns.

"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers
A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens

'Walked down the aisle in pain': Jess Quinn backs call for amputee service reform
The disability advocate and model lost her right leg to cancer as a child.

Watch – 'Tears of frustration': Amputees demand change amid struggles with limb service
Amputees complain of delayed care, pain and an inability to choose who provides their care.

"Extremely disappointed.": Manawatū iwi outraged over secret radioactive waste facility
Manawatū iwi leader criticised secrecy over radioactive waste facility near Palmerston North, citing lack of consultation and safety concerns. Video / Annaleise Shortland

'David Attenborough would be mortified': 6 tonnes of coral caught by trawler off Christchurch
Fisheries New Zealand says incidents involving this amount of coral are "very rare". Video / Cameron Pitney

Watch - “Horrific”: Plastic pellet pollution on beaches sparks concerns about industry inaction
Hundreds of thousands of “nurdles” have washed up on Waiheke’s Oneroa Beach. Video / Dean Purcell, Alyse Wright

Mental health patients absconding "every day" from hospital EDs
Psychiatrists say ED's have become the "default" facility due to lack of community services.

Official figures reveal which emergency departments are busiest ahead of predicted winter surge
An emergency physician says record patient numbers at this time of year is a 'significant worry'. Video / Jason Dorday, Alyse Wright

'Ship is sinking': Over 1500 treated in corridors at Middlemore Hospital’s ED in a month
The Herald has exclusively obtained a report written by clinicians that highlights serious patient safety concerns.

"Evidence of exploitation": Security company boss fined and banned from hiring overseas workers
A group of workers claimed they paid between $10,000-$50,000 in cash to Indian agents for visas to work in NZ. Video / Ben Dickens
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon holds a press conference at Hato Hone St John, in Mt Wellington
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hold a press conference at Hato Hone St John, in Mt Wellington. Video \ Jason Dorday

Tourist killed by elephant, prominent Kiwis oppose regulatory standards bill | NZ Herald News Update
A Kiwi tourist was killed by charging elephant in Zambia, and a group of prominent New Zealanders have written an open letter opposing David Seymour's Regulatory Standards Bill.

Whatatutu Mangatū community petition to address impacts of logging-truck traffic
Noise disturbance from 1.30am is just one of the key concerns expressed in the Whatatutu Mangatū petition.

'A dangerous woman': Dame Fiona Kidman at 85
Joshua Prendeville's documentary, The House Within, is a deeply intimate portrait of one of New Zealand's most celebrated writers. Video / Joshua Prendeville

Hawke’s Bay breast cancer survivors to represent NZ at Dragon Boat Festival in France
'It’s not just about competing ... It’s about strength, courage, rehabilitation.' Video / Rafaella Melo

Can first-home buyers get on the ladder in Auckland?
Are first-home buyers feeling the pressure? We spoke to Natasha Thirani about the challenges of breaking into the housing market. Video / Jason Dorday

Bed Bugs Explained: What to Do If They Invade Your Home
Bed bugs feed on humans, hide in your home, and are hard to kill. Here’s how to fight back.

MetService National weather 4-5 July
MetService National weather 4-5 July. Video / MetService

Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon holds a press conference at Hato Hone St John, in Mt Wellington
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hold a press conference at Hato Hone St John, in Mt Wellington. Video \ Jason Dorday

Tourist killed by elephant, prominent Kiwis oppose regulatory standards bill | NZ Herald News Update
A Kiwi tourist was killed by charging elephant in Zambia, and a group of prominent New Zealanders have written an open letter opposing David Seymour's Regulatory Standards Bill.

Whatatutu Mangatū community petition to address impacts of logging-truck traffic
Noise disturbance from 1.30am is just one of the key concerns expressed in the Whatatutu Mangatū petition.

'A dangerous woman': Dame Fiona Kidman at 85
Joshua Prendeville's documentary, The House Within, is a deeply intimate portrait of one of New Zealand's most celebrated writers. Video / Joshua Prendeville

Hawke’s Bay breast cancer survivors to represent NZ at Dragon Boat Festival in France
'It’s not just about competing ... It’s about strength, courage, rehabilitation.' Video / Rafaella Melo

Can first-home buyers get on the ladder in Auckland?
Are first-home buyers feeling the pressure? We spoke to Natasha Thirani about the challenges of breaking into the housing market. Video / Jason Dorday

Bed Bugs Explained: What to Do If They Invade Your Home
Bed bugs feed on humans, hide in your home, and are hard to kill. Here’s how to fight back.

MetService National weather 4-5 July
MetService National weather 4-5 July. Video / MetService

Farmer's harrowing hours crushed beneath tractor
Peter was trapped under a tractor for hours on his Mangakino farm. Video / Philips Search and Rescue Trust

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon holds a press conference at Hato Hone St John, in Mt Wellington
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon hold a press conference at Hato Hone St John, in Mt Wellington. Video \ Jason Dorday

Tourist killed by elephant, prominent Kiwis oppose regulatory standards bill | NZ Herald News Update
A Kiwi tourist was killed by charging elephant in Zambia, and a group of prominent New Zealanders have written an open letter opposing David Seymour's Regulatory Standards Bill.

Whatatutu Mangatū community petition to address impacts of logging-truck traffic
Noise disturbance from 1.30am is just one of the key concerns expressed in the Whatatutu Mangatū petition.
Business video

Supermarkets selling butter below cost
Garth Bray from BusinessDesk with 2degrees Business: Supermarkets selling butter below cost

Craig Piggott on raising US$100m
Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta & Stripe. Video / NZ Herald

L’Oréal Groupe ANZ CEO Alex Davison talks about its new distribution centre
Alex Davison, CEO of L’Oréal Groupe in ANZ, talks with Tom Raynel about L’Oréal's new distribution centre opening later this year. Video / Tom Raynel

Entrepreneur Bowen Pan on why he returned to NZ
The Kiwi founder of Facebook Marketplace and new NZME director on returning home and new projects. Video / Cameron Pitney

US economy, impacts of the Investment Boost scheme and NZ's energy problem
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.

UK bond rates, toll roads and scrutiny of SOE pay
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.

Media Insider: Inside the mind of a Kiwi TV genius
Great Southern Television’s Phil Smith on his hit shows The Casketeers, Who Wants to be a Millionaire? and more, and the future of our screen industry. Video / NZ Herald

Markets with Madison: Vinod Khosla
Billionaire investor Vinod Khosla believes the greatest risk of artificial intelligence is not the technology itself, but who holds its power.

One billion dollar Aerospace strategy
Chris Keall NZ Herald Senior Business writer talks to Ryan Bridge about Aerospace's one billion dollar strategy

Supermarkets selling butter below cost
Garth Bray from BusinessDesk with 2degrees Business: Supermarkets selling butter below cost

Craig Piggott on raising US$100m
Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta & Stripe. Video / NZ Herald

L’Oréal Groupe ANZ CEO Alex Davison talks about its new distribution centre
Alex Davison, CEO of L’Oréal Groupe in ANZ, talks with Tom Raynel about L’Oréal's new distribution centre opening later this year. Video / Tom Raynel

Entrepreneur Bowen Pan on why he returned to NZ
The Kiwi founder of Facebook Marketplace and new NZME director on returning home and new projects. Video / Cameron Pitney

US economy, impacts of the Investment Boost scheme and NZ's energy problem
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.

UK bond rates, toll roads and scrutiny of SOE pay
2degrees Business with BusinessDesk's Garth Bray.

Media Insider: Inside the mind of a Kiwi TV genius
Great Southern Television’s Phil Smith on his hit shows The Casketeers, Who Wants to be a Millionaire? and more, and the future of our screen industry. Video / NZ Herald

Markets with Madison: Vinod Khosla
Billionaire investor Vinod Khosla believes the greatest risk of artificial intelligence is not the technology itself, but who holds its power.

One billion dollar Aerospace strategy
Chris Keall NZ Herald Senior Business writer talks to Ryan Bridge about Aerospace's one billion dollar strategy

Supermarkets selling butter below cost
Garth Bray from BusinessDesk with 2degrees Business: Supermarkets selling butter below cost

Craig Piggott on raising US$100m
Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta & Stripe. Video / NZ Herald

L’Oréal Groupe ANZ CEO Alex Davison talks about its new distribution centre
Alex Davison, CEO of L’Oréal Groupe in ANZ, talks with Tom Raynel about L’Oréal's new distribution centre opening later this year. Video / Tom Raynel
Markets with Madison

Nick Mowbray: Zuru's housing legacy, health & fatherhood
In this bonus interview Nick Mowbray discusses his health challenges and how it feels to be a father.

Markets with Madison: Inside Zuru’s empire
Zuru CEO Nick Mowbray takes us inside its empire in Los Angeles where thousands of toys are on display. Could tariffs destroy the mostly Chinese manufactured business?

Markets with Madison: Stabicraft boats
From Invercargill to Alaska, this iconic New Zealand aluminium boat business is expanding into North America with private equity funds. Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Vinod Khosla
Billionaire investor Vinod Khosla believes the greatest risk of artificial intelligence is not the technology itself, but who holds its power.

Craig Piggott on raising US$100m
Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta & Stripe. Video / NZ Herald

Markets with Madison: Halter’s US expansion
Craig Piggott left Rocket Lab to build cow collars and create a virtual fencing company in 2017. Its technology is now digitising farms and ranches around the world.

Why US$42b DataDog is going all in on AI
The enterprise software company DataDog is investing almost US$1b a year into artificial intelligence.

Markets with Madison: America's atomic effort
Valar Atomics is attempting to add nuclear energy to the global grid by building thousands of small modular nuclear reactors. Markets with Madison went inside its LA factory.

Markets with Madison: Inside Amazon’s AI chip lab
I’m in Texas to visit Amazon Web Service’s computer chip design lab to see how it’s preparing for an AI compute boom and competing with Nvidia.

Nick Mowbray: Zuru's housing legacy, health & fatherhood
In this bonus interview Nick Mowbray discusses his health challenges and how it feels to be a father.

Markets with Madison: Inside Zuru’s empire
Zuru CEO Nick Mowbray takes us inside its empire in Los Angeles where thousands of toys are on display. Could tariffs destroy the mostly Chinese manufactured business?

Markets with Madison: Stabicraft boats
From Invercargill to Alaska, this iconic New Zealand aluminium boat business is expanding into North America with private equity funds. Video / Cameron Pitney

Markets with Madison: Vinod Khosla
Billionaire investor Vinod Khosla believes the greatest risk of artificial intelligence is not the technology itself, but who holds its power.

Craig Piggott on raising US$100m
Craig Piggott gives advice to entrepreneurs on raising US$100m from Silicon Valley venture capital firms that have backed Airbnb, Meta & Stripe. Video / NZ Herald

Markets with Madison: Halter’s US expansion
Craig Piggott left Rocket Lab to build cow collars and create a virtual fencing company in 2017. Its technology is now digitising farms and ranches around the world.

Why US$42b DataDog is going all in on AI
The enterprise software company DataDog is investing almost US$1b a year into artificial intelligence.

Markets with Madison: America's atomic effort
Valar Atomics is attempting to add nuclear energy to the global grid by building thousands of small modular nuclear reactors. Markets with Madison went inside its LA factory.

Markets with Madison: Inside Amazon’s AI chip lab
I’m in Texas to visit Amazon Web Service’s computer chip design lab to see how it’s preparing for an AI compute boom and competing with Nvidia.

Nick Mowbray: Zuru's housing legacy, health & fatherhood
In this bonus interview Nick Mowbray discusses his health challenges and how it feels to be a father.

Markets with Madison: Inside Zuru’s empire
Zuru CEO Nick Mowbray takes us inside its empire in Los Angeles where thousands of toys are on display. Could tariffs destroy the mostly Chinese manufactured business?

Markets with Madison: Stabicraft boats
From Invercargill to Alaska, this iconic New Zealand aluminium boat business is expanding into North America with private equity funds. Video / Cameron Pitney
Politics video

NZ Herald Live: Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement
Paul Goldsmith makes a law and order announcement

Trevor Mallard target of court case over use of ‘Baby Shark’, sprinklers during parliament protest
The lawyer representing a child suing over the parliament protests joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW

MPs pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
MPs meet in the House today to pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp who died, aged 50, early this morning.

NZ Herald Live: Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement
NZ Herald Live: Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement.

Nicola Willis on Kiwis struggling to pay the bills
The Finance Minister said New Zealand has not “escaped the aftershocks of world events”. Video / Mark Mitchell

Watch Live: Nicola Willis live on Newstalk ZB's Wellington Mornings
Host Nick Mills discusses supermarkets and the state of the economy with the Finance Minister

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conference

Minister announces new Whānau Ora commissioning agencies
Whānau Ora Minister Tama Potaka says he wants transparency from the new agencies. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement
Paul Goldsmith makes a law and order announcement

Trevor Mallard target of court case over use of ‘Baby Shark’, sprinklers during parliament protest
The lawyer representing a child suing over the parliament protests joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW

MPs pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
MPs meet in the House today to pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp who died, aged 50, early this morning.

NZ Herald Live: Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement
NZ Herald Live: Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement.

Nicola Willis on Kiwis struggling to pay the bills
The Finance Minister said New Zealand has not “escaped the aftershocks of world events”. Video / Mark Mitchell

Watch Live: Nicola Willis live on Newstalk ZB's Wellington Mornings
Host Nick Mills discusses supermarkets and the state of the economy with the Finance Minister

NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon holds post-Cabinet press conference
Christopher Luxon holds a post-Cabinet press conference

Minister announces new Whānau Ora commissioning agencies
Whānau Ora Minister Tama Potaka says he wants transparency from the new agencies. Photo / Mark Mitchell

NZ Herald Live: Paul Goldsmith makes law and order announcement
Paul Goldsmith makes a law and order announcement

Trevor Mallard target of court case over use of ‘Baby Shark’, sprinklers during parliament protest
The lawyer representing a child suing over the parliament protests joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW. Video / Herald NOW

MPs pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
MPs meet in the House today to pay tribute to Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp who died, aged 50, early this morning.
World video

Kiwi journalist Perry Wilton live from Doha as Iran launches missiles at US base in Qatar
Iran strikes back at the US by firing missiles at its air base in Qatar. Herald NOW checks in with a Kiwi journalist live from Doha.

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?
Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie on international reaction to US strikes on Iran. Video / Herald NOW

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?
Defence and Security Expert from the University of Buckingham, Professor Anthony Glees, speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US strikes on Iran's key nuclear infrastructure.

Two killed in ambush on firefighters in US state of Idaho
Two people were killed when firefighters tackling a blaze were ambushed by gunmen in an ongoing standoff in the northwestern US state of Idaho, the local sheriff said. Video / AFP

NATO leaders pledge 5% defence spend
Ryan chats to Head of AFP News Netherlands Bureau, Richard Carter about the NATO Summit live from The Hague.

Claims of Israel-Iran ceasefire and fewer business loans for Reserve Bank | NZ Herald News Update
Conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over a ceasefire, and the Reserve Bank is lending less to businesses than it recorded 5 years ago. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

US strikes on Iran shunning diplomacy, says former Prime Minister Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark joins Herald NOW to explain how she views the US strikes on Iran and what needs to happen next

What will happen to petrol prices as tensions escalate in Middle East
Independent economist Cameron Bagrie speaks to Herald NOW about how Middle East tensions will affect oil and petrol prices.

Kiwi journalist Perry Wilton live from Doha as Iran launches missiles at US base in Qatar
Iran strikes back at the US by firing missiles at its air base in Qatar. Herald NOW checks in with a Kiwi journalist live from Doha.

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?
Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie on international reaction to US strikes on Iran. Video / Herald NOW

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?
Defence and Security Expert from the University of Buckingham, Professor Anthony Glees, speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US strikes on Iran's key nuclear infrastructure.

Two killed in ambush on firefighters in US state of Idaho
Two people were killed when firefighters tackling a blaze were ambushed by gunmen in an ongoing standoff in the northwestern US state of Idaho, the local sheriff said. Video / AFP

NATO leaders pledge 5% defence spend
Ryan chats to Head of AFP News Netherlands Bureau, Richard Carter about the NATO Summit live from The Hague.

Claims of Israel-Iran ceasefire and fewer business loans for Reserve Bank | NZ Herald News Update
Conflicting claims from the White House and Iran over a ceasefire, and the Reserve Bank is lending less to businesses than it recorded 5 years ago. Video / NZ Herald, AFP

US strikes on Iran shunning diplomacy, says former Prime Minister Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark joins Herald NOW to explain how she views the US strikes on Iran and what needs to happen next

What will happen to petrol prices as tensions escalate in Middle East
Independent economist Cameron Bagrie speaks to Herald NOW about how Middle East tensions will affect oil and petrol prices.

Kiwi journalist Perry Wilton live from Doha as Iran launches missiles at US base in Qatar
Iran strikes back at the US by firing missiles at its air base in Qatar. Herald NOW checks in with a Kiwi journalist live from Doha.

US strikes on Iran: What could be next?
Waikato University Professor Al Gillespie on international reaction to US strikes on Iran. Video / Herald NOW

How will leaders in Iran react to US strikes?
Defence and Security Expert from the University of Buckingham, Professor Anthony Glees, speaks to Ryan Bridge about the US strikes on Iran's key nuclear infrastructure.
Sport video

Newbies likely to make debut in All Blacks test in Dunedin
NZ Herald Rugby Correspondent Liam Napier on the build-up ahead of Saturday's All Blacks test against France in Dunedin. Video / Herald NOW

Fore The Record with Blair Tuke
Blair Tuke joins the Herald at Royal Auckland and Grange Golf Club to reflect on a busy year. Video / Michael Craig

Inside the Rovers: A-League Bound
Stephen Hoyle is set to swap Bluewater Stadium for fulltime football across the Tasman. Video / Neil Reid

Newbies likely to make debut in All Blacks test in Dunedin
NZ Herald Rugby Correspondent Liam Napier on the build-up ahead of Saturday's All Blacks test against France in Dunedin. Video / Herald NOW

Fore The Record with Blair Tuke
Blair Tuke joins the Herald at Royal Auckland and Grange Golf Club to reflect on a busy year. Video / Michael Craig

Inside the Rovers: A-League Bound
Stephen Hoyle is set to swap Bluewater Stadium for fulltime football across the Tasman. Video / Neil Reid

Newbies likely to make debut in All Blacks test in Dunedin
NZ Herald Rugby Correspondent Liam Napier on the build-up ahead of Saturday's All Blacks test against France in Dunedin. Video / Herald NOW

Fore The Record with Blair Tuke
Blair Tuke joins the Herald at Royal Auckland and Grange Golf Club to reflect on a busy year. Video / Michael Craig
Entertainment video

Building worlds through music
Arli Liberman is an Auckland-based composer who, among other things, scores sporting events. Video \ Jason Dorday

Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final
Behind the scenes at Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final. Video / Supplied

Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals
Behind the scenes at Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals. Video / Supplied

Is Romeo & Juliet the greatest love story of all time?
Set in 1960s Italy, a sizzling new production of Shakespeare's most famous play is about to open in Auckland.

NZ International Film Festival 2025 Trailer
NZ International Film Festival begins on July 31.

Country music is booming in New Zealand, and are Jaffas actually any good?
The Heralds Jenni Mortimer talks all things country music and explains why Jaffas are no more.

Noel Edmonds shares update after River Haven estate hit by Tasman floods
The British TV star is dealing with flood damage to his Ngātīmoti property.

Kaylee Bell on music and motherhood
Kiwi country music queen Kaylee Bell chats to Mitchell Hageman at the Aotearoa Music Awards 2025. Video / Carson Bluck

Guy Montgomery: From stand-up comedy grind to game show superstardom
Guy Mont-Spelling Bee host Guy Montgomery reflects on his weird and wonderful comedy journey and influences ahead of his Auckland stand-up show this August. Video / Cameron Pitney

Building worlds through music
Arli Liberman is an Auckland-based composer who, among other things, scores sporting events. Video \ Jason Dorday

Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final
Behind the scenes at Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final. Video / Supplied

Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals
Behind the scenes at Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals. Video / Supplied

Is Romeo & Juliet the greatest love story of all time?
Set in 1960s Italy, a sizzling new production of Shakespeare's most famous play is about to open in Auckland.

NZ International Film Festival 2025 Trailer
NZ International Film Festival begins on July 31.

Country music is booming in New Zealand, and are Jaffas actually any good?
The Heralds Jenni Mortimer talks all things country music and explains why Jaffas are no more.

Noel Edmonds shares update after River Haven estate hit by Tasman floods
The British TV star is dealing with flood damage to his Ngātīmoti property.

Kaylee Bell on music and motherhood
Kiwi country music queen Kaylee Bell chats to Mitchell Hageman at the Aotearoa Music Awards 2025. Video / Carson Bluck

Guy Montgomery: From stand-up comedy grind to game show superstardom
Guy Mont-Spelling Bee host Guy Montgomery reflects on his weird and wonderful comedy journey and influences ahead of his Auckland stand-up show this August. Video / Cameron Pitney

Building worlds through music
Arli Liberman is an Auckland-based composer who, among other things, scores sporting events. Video \ Jason Dorday

Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final
Behind the scenes at Smokefreerockquest's Tīmaru Regional Final. Video / Supplied

Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals
Behind the scenes at Showquest's Bay of Plenty Regional Finals. Video / Supplied
Lifestyle video

What social media travel posts reveal about each generation
Each generation has its own style when it comes to posting their travel experiences online. Video / Varsha Anjali

In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell

Motat's Te Puawānanga wins top international award
Simon Gould, head of exhibitions at Motat, talks about the science and technology centre which incorporates Mātauranga Māori.

A very cautionary kitchen tale
Auckland chef Phil Clark nearly lost his thumb after a minor cut led to a life-threatening case of blood poisoning. Video \ Jason Dorday

Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve shows 'American twang' in birthday video
Neve Te Aroha Ardern Gayford turned 7 on June 21, with Clarke Gayford making a 'Jellycat Diner' cake for the occasion. Video / @clarkegayford

Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon
It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright

Kiwi divorce errors: Insights from barrister Sharon Chandra
Chandra advises seeking legal counsel early to understand rights and responsibilities. Video / Dean Purcell

Sharon Chandra: Mistakes leading to divorce in NZ relationships
Barrister Sharon Chandra highlights common relationship mistakes leading to divorce, including poor communication and financial issues. Video / Dean Purcell

Women learn hunting skills at Wild Chix weekend
The business offers women a safe space to learn outdoor skills. Video / Wild Chix

What social media travel posts reveal about each generation
Each generation has its own style when it comes to posting their travel experiences online. Video / Varsha Anjali

In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell

Motat's Te Puawānanga wins top international award
Simon Gould, head of exhibitions at Motat, talks about the science and technology centre which incorporates Mātauranga Māori.

A very cautionary kitchen tale
Auckland chef Phil Clark nearly lost his thumb after a minor cut led to a life-threatening case of blood poisoning. Video \ Jason Dorday

Jacinda Ardern's daughter Neve shows 'American twang' in birthday video
Neve Te Aroha Ardern Gayford turned 7 on June 21, with Clarke Gayford making a 'Jellycat Diner' cake for the occasion. Video / @clarkegayford

Josh Emett and the eclair that became an icon
It’s been an Onslow signature menu item since day one. Now, Josh Emett’s famous crayfish eclair has clawed its way into the Iconic Auckland Eats Top 100 list. Video / Alyse Wright

Kiwi divorce errors: Insights from barrister Sharon Chandra
Chandra advises seeking legal counsel early to understand rights and responsibilities. Video / Dean Purcell

Sharon Chandra: Mistakes leading to divorce in NZ relationships
Barrister Sharon Chandra highlights common relationship mistakes leading to divorce, including poor communication and financial issues. Video / Dean Purcell

Women learn hunting skills at Wild Chix weekend
The business offers women a safe space to learn outdoor skills. Video / Wild Chix

What social media travel posts reveal about each generation
Each generation has its own style when it comes to posting their travel experiences online. Video / Varsha Anjali

In-N-Out Burger brings pop-up to central Auckland
In-N-Out Burger is hosting a one-day pop-up in central Auckland at Wynyard Pavilion. The Californian chain announced the event on their Instagram. Video / Dean Purcell

Motat's Te Puawānanga wins top international award
Simon Gould, head of exhibitions at Motat, talks about the science and technology centre which incorporates Mātauranga Māori.
Kea Kids News

The first tamariki to enter the West Auckland Creative Hub
Reporter Te Rongopai joins students from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku to be the first kids to tour the amazing new Te Puna Creative Hub.

Kea Kids News: Are Italian brain rot memes really rotting kids’ brains?
Bombardiro Crocodilo! What is brain rot, and how are kids using AI to be smarter? Reporter Mason investigates the good, the bad, and the confusingly hilarious.

Kea Kids News: Car racing kids go up against the grown-ups
Reporter Rudhraaksh is at a North Harbour Radio Control Car Club race, where kids are hitting the track with radio-controlled cars that drive (and crash!) up to 80 kph.

Kea Kids News: Lone Kauri kids beat the sun to ring in Matariki
Who needs sleep when it’s Matariki? Reporter Jules and his mates are celebrating together with a pre-dawn bonfire, plus stories and songs with Matua Pita.

Museum exhibit shows off tamariki weaving skills
Reporter Elinor is at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, where Māori artist Maureen Lander has teamed up with local Taranaki kids to weave an incredible and meaningful exhibition.

Taranaki kid’s love of animals helps her through cancer treatment
Reporter Aniella interviews Annabelle, an amazing kid recovering from a brain tumour with the help of her therapy pets.

The first tamariki to enter the West Auckland Creative Hub
Reporter Te Rongopai joins students from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku to be the first kids to tour the amazing new Te Puna Creative Hub.

Kea Kids News: Are Italian brain rot memes really rotting kids’ brains?
Bombardiro Crocodilo! What is brain rot, and how are kids using AI to be smarter? Reporter Mason investigates the good, the bad, and the confusingly hilarious.

Kea Kids News: Car racing kids go up against the grown-ups
Reporter Rudhraaksh is at a North Harbour Radio Control Car Club race, where kids are hitting the track with radio-controlled cars that drive (and crash!) up to 80 kph.

Kea Kids News: Lone Kauri kids beat the sun to ring in Matariki
Who needs sleep when it’s Matariki? Reporter Jules and his mates are celebrating together with a pre-dawn bonfire, plus stories and songs with Matua Pita.

Museum exhibit shows off tamariki weaving skills
Reporter Elinor is at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery, where Māori artist Maureen Lander has teamed up with local Taranaki kids to weave an incredible and meaningful exhibition.

Taranaki kid’s love of animals helps her through cancer treatment
Reporter Aniella interviews Annabelle, an amazing kid recovering from a brain tumour with the help of her therapy pets.

The first tamariki to enter the West Auckland Creative Hub
Reporter Te Rongopai joins students from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Kōtuku to be the first kids to tour the amazing new Te Puna Creative Hub.

Kea Kids News: Are Italian brain rot memes really rotting kids’ brains?
Bombardiro Crocodilo! What is brain rot, and how are kids using AI to be smarter? Reporter Mason investigates the good, the bad, and the confusingly hilarious.

Kea Kids News: Car racing kids go up against the grown-ups
Reporter Rudhraaksh is at a North Harbour Radio Control Car Club race, where kids are hitting the track with radio-controlled cars that drive (and crash!) up to 80 kph.
Travel video

Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran discusses the retrofitted Dreamliner
Air NZ CEO Greg Foran joins journalist Tyson Beckett in the Business Class cabin of the airline's first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner to talk about the fleet makeover.

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright

Queensland tourism, it's not all about beaches.
Craig Davidson, CEO of Tourism and Events Queensland talks highlights with journalist Varsha Anjali. Video \ Jason Dorday

Winter travel trends to escape the cold weather
Herald Travel writer, Sarah Pollok talks to Ryan Bridge about the latest winter travel trends.

Matariki weekend: The top 10 most searched destinations
Trip Notes podcast Host Lorna Riley tells Ryan where the best places to be are this Matariki, and the rise of dark sky destinations. Video / Herald NOW

Come and find your 100% Pure New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand's new global campaign encourages tourists to "find their 100% Pure New Zealand". Video / Supplied

Warning after infant's finger gets cut on Singapore Airlines flight
The brother of a 1-year-old boy whose finger got trapped in a tray table demonstrates how the injury happened.

Herald NOW: Luxury house swaps are coming to NZ and more travel news
Ryan Bridge speaks with Lorna Riley about 'luxury house swaps' coming to NZ. Video / Herald NOW

Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran discusses the retrofitted Dreamliner
Air NZ CEO Greg Foran joins journalist Tyson Beckett in the Business Class cabin of the airline's first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner to talk about the fleet makeover.

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright

Queensland tourism, it's not all about beaches.
Craig Davidson, CEO of Tourism and Events Queensland talks highlights with journalist Varsha Anjali. Video \ Jason Dorday

Winter travel trends to escape the cold weather
Herald Travel writer, Sarah Pollok talks to Ryan Bridge about the latest winter travel trends.

Matariki weekend: The top 10 most searched destinations
Trip Notes podcast Host Lorna Riley tells Ryan where the best places to be are this Matariki, and the rise of dark sky destinations. Video / Herald NOW

Come and find your 100% Pure New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand's new global campaign encourages tourists to "find their 100% Pure New Zealand". Video / Supplied

Warning after infant's finger gets cut on Singapore Airlines flight
The brother of a 1-year-old boy whose finger got trapped in a tray table demonstrates how the injury happened.

Herald NOW: Luxury house swaps are coming to NZ and more travel news
Ryan Bridge speaks with Lorna Riley about 'luxury house swaps' coming to NZ. Video / Herald NOW

Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran discusses the retrofitted Dreamliner
Air NZ CEO Greg Foran joins journalist Tyson Beckett in the Business Class cabin of the airline's first retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner to talk about the fleet makeover.

New cruise ship Norwegian Aqua christened
Norwegian Cruise Lines' newest ship Norwegian Aqua was officially launched in April. Video / Supplied

Popular Cook Islands tour operator Tuhe Piho accused of putting lives at risk
A Herald investigation has found allegations of unsafe practices against a turtle tour operator. Video / Alyse Wright
Blood, Sweat and Tears

Blood, Sweat and Tears: At work
Firefighter Dora Dehar can not hesitate to run into a burning building even when she is suffering menopausal symptoms like brain fog or a hot flush. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Handling your hormones
Treating menopause seems a bit of a mystery but getting expert advice can be a god send. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: From pause to play
Menopause is not an end to living but is rather a transition to a new phase that can be full of opportunity. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: The Hot Mess
What is menopause and why is there so much stigma surrounding it? Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Psychobitch
When Kirsty McAlpine experienced menopause it almost destroyed her family. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Anxiety
For author Megan Nicol Reed, menopause exacerbated her anxiety to levels where she felt incapacitated. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: At work
Firefighter Dora Dehar can not hesitate to run into a burning building even when she is suffering menopausal symptoms like brain fog or a hot flush. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Handling your hormones
Treating menopause seems a bit of a mystery but getting expert advice can be a god send. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: From pause to play
Menopause is not an end to living but is rather a transition to a new phase that can be full of opportunity. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: The Hot Mess
What is menopause and why is there so much stigma surrounding it? Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Psychobitch
When Kirsty McAlpine experienced menopause it almost destroyed her family. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Anxiety
For author Megan Nicol Reed, menopause exacerbated her anxiety to levels where she felt incapacitated. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: At work
Firefighter Dora Dehar can not hesitate to run into a burning building even when she is suffering menopausal symptoms like brain fog or a hot flush. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: Handling your hormones
Treating menopause seems a bit of a mystery but getting expert advice can be a god send. Video / Mike Scott

Blood, Sweat and Tears: From pause to play
Menopause is not an end to living but is rather a transition to a new phase that can be full of opportunity. Video / Mike Scott
TransGenerations

TransGenerations episode three: Gemmah
Gemmah (she/her) is a trans advocate within the justice system and has formed a kapa haka group that performed this year at the Big Gay Out. She grew up in rural Tairawhiti but, realising she was different, headed for the big city as soon as she could. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode two: Lexie
Lexie (she/her) was born at the end of World War II, before the word transgender had even been coined. From as early as she can remember she realised she was different. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode one: Brady
Brady Peeti, a trans woman living in NZ, revisits her search for identity and acceptance, from growing up in Timaru and trying to suppress her “feminine energy” to coming out to her parents in her early 30s. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode eight: Brady
TransGenerations host Brady Peeti nervously returns to Timaru, where she lived as a teenager.

TransGenerations episode seven: Shaneel
After a speech in Parliament went viral, Shaneel, a transgender activist, fought for conversion therapy to be banned in New Zealand. Video / NZHerald

TransGenerations episode six: Rhi
Rhi (34) shares his experience as a trans-male, and how he is using his insights to help make a happier, safer community for trans people.

TransGenerations episode five: Sarah Michelle
Sarah Michelle (37) coaches New Zealand's men's netball team and believes she's also the first transgender person to coach a national sports team.

TransGenerations episode four: Phylesha
Brady Peeti speaks to Phylesha, a champion for the Pacific trans community, and discusses her struggles growing up as a trans child.

TransGenerations episode three: Gemmah
Gemmah (she/her) is a trans advocate within the justice system and has formed a kapa haka group that performed this year at the Big Gay Out. She grew up in rural Tairawhiti but, realising she was different, headed for the big city as soon as she could. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode two: Lexie
Lexie (she/her) was born at the end of World War II, before the word transgender had even been coined. From as early as she can remember she realised she was different. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode one: Brady
Brady Peeti, a trans woman living in NZ, revisits her search for identity and acceptance, from growing up in Timaru and trying to suppress her “feminine energy” to coming out to her parents in her early 30s. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode eight: Brady
TransGenerations host Brady Peeti nervously returns to Timaru, where she lived as a teenager.

TransGenerations episode seven: Shaneel
After a speech in Parliament went viral, Shaneel, a transgender activist, fought for conversion therapy to be banned in New Zealand. Video / NZHerald

TransGenerations episode six: Rhi
Rhi (34) shares his experience as a trans-male, and how he is using his insights to help make a happier, safer community for trans people.

TransGenerations episode five: Sarah Michelle
Sarah Michelle (37) coaches New Zealand's men's netball team and believes she's also the first transgender person to coach a national sports team.

TransGenerations episode four: Phylesha
Brady Peeti speaks to Phylesha, a champion for the Pacific trans community, and discusses her struggles growing up as a trans child.

TransGenerations episode three: Gemmah
Gemmah (she/her) is a trans advocate within the justice system and has formed a kapa haka group that performed this year at the Big Gay Out. She grew up in rural Tairawhiti but, realising she was different, headed for the big city as soon as she could. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode two: Lexie
Lexie (she/her) was born at the end of World War II, before the word transgender had even been coined. From as early as she can remember she realised she was different. Made with the help of NZ On Air.

TransGenerations episode one: Brady
Brady Peeti, a trans woman living in NZ, revisits her search for identity and acceptance, from growing up in Timaru and trying to suppress her “feminine energy” to coming out to her parents in her early 30s. Made with the help of NZ On Air.
Getaway

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii.

Watch: The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts
The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts. Video / Supplied

Watch: The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour
The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour. Video / Supplied

Lincoln Lewis: The newest getaway host
New Zealand Herald Travel sits down with Lincoln Lewis the newest host of Getaway.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii.

Watch: The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts
The Getaway Team explores LA's celebrity hangouts. Video / Supplied

Watch: The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour
The Getaway Team explores Sydney's Darling Harbour. Video / Supplied

Lincoln Lewis: The newest getaway host
New Zealand Herald Travel sits down with Lincoln Lewis the newest host of Getaway.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Queensland

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Fiji.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Akaroa.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Cook Islands.

Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii
Getaway finds 5 of the best things to do in Hawaii.
My Cyclone Gabrielle

'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.

Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.

Explained: The freakish features of Cyclone Gabrielle
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level.

'The land was literally falling away under our feet': How Cyclone Gabrielle ravaged Te Henga/Bethells Beach
The cyclone has left permanent scars on the landscape, creating 'ecological grief'.

'Please don't forget us' - East Cape residents fight back after Cyclone Gabrielle
How Ruatoria rallied for its isolated whanau when Cyclone Gabrielle cut off the main road.

What would you take with you? Muriwai residents on the treasures they saved from Cyclone Gabrielle
A short film about what Muriwai residents took the night they had to flee their homes.

'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.

Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.

Explained: The freakish features of Cyclone Gabrielle
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level.

'The land was literally falling away under our feet': How Cyclone Gabrielle ravaged Te Henga/Bethells Beach
The cyclone has left permanent scars on the landscape, creating 'ecological grief'.

'Please don't forget us' - East Cape residents fight back after Cyclone Gabrielle
How Ruatoria rallied for its isolated whanau when Cyclone Gabrielle cut off the main road.

What would you take with you? Muriwai residents on the treasures they saved from Cyclone Gabrielle
A short film about what Muriwai residents took the night they had to flee their homes.

'Tears rolled down my cheeks as I filmed the carnage': How Gabrielle devastated Hawke's Bay
Hawke's Bay families grapple to put their lives back together.

Stronger than Bola? New analysis shows how Cyclone Gabrielle compares
Gabrielle appears to have been a stronger cyclone system than even 1988’s disastrous Bola.

Explained: The freakish features of Cyclone Gabrielle
Gabrielle may push NZ pressure levels to record lows, while briefly raising our sea level.