Coroner opens inquest into 2014 ‘catastrophic’ head injury death of Christchurch baby Soul Turany
During the two-week inquest which began in Christchurch this morning, Coroner Ian Telford will hear from Turany and…
Web over Waikato: Spider expert explains massive spiderweb blankets seen in Huntly
“Thought they’d be interesting because people in the city don’t get them.” Spider ballooning season typically occurs in…
Cyclone Vaianu: Ōhope couple flee home as winds batter Bay of Plenty
The Herald caught up with the Kasts inside their motorhome parked up at the Whakatāne War Memorial Hall…
Hawke’s Bay tramper highlights locator beacons’ importance after being saved by rescue chopper
In early 2026, the helicopter had been called to four tramping or hunting-related missions in the past two…
Mount Maunganui landslide: Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale recounts confronting scenes
The worst of the storm swept through overnight, causing damage around Tauranga and the neighbouring Western Bay of…
Paris Hilton says she and Britney Spears bonded over 2000s ‘trauma’
She said: “Back then it was entertainment to tear down women. It was very isolating. Because not many…
Service sector back in growth for first time in almost two years
When looked at in combination with last week’s large jump in Performance of Manufacturing Index (PMI), this signalled…
Jono Ridler tells of shark encounter on Northland leg of 1600km ocean swim
“One shark was swimming next to me, not too long after starting. “I swam myself to the IRB,…
Fifa World Cup: Bill Tuiloma joins Wellington Phoenix on long-term deal in bid to push for All Whites spot
“I’m excited to be in Wellington and I’m grateful for the opportunity the Phoenix have given me,” Tuiloma…
Rhythm and Vines mud chaos as North Island rain eases, South hit next
He said the rain would be especially prominent in the eastern parts of the South Island. Miller said…
Tauranga woman traumatised after repeat dog attacks while cycling trails
“I’m really comfortable with dogs. I know how to read their behaviour and I know what to do…
Bondi Beach shooting: I’ve experienced more anti-Semitism since moving to New Zealand than entire life overseas
Keeping one’s head down though has become increasingly difficult. I’ve been forced to confront my ethnicity and personal…