Section of State Highway 26 in Waikato closed after vehicle fire, drivers asked to avoid area
“Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays.” A Fire and Emergency New Zealand…
Tauranga man imprisoned for rape of his 8-year-old cousin
According to the summary of facts, he would sneak into the girl’s bedroom at night, often telling her…
Watercare delays reopening of PFAS-contaminated Onehunga plant to 2029
“We are currently in the detailed design phase,” said head of water Sharon Danks. “This will ensure the…
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s daughters miss Princess of Wales’ star-studded carol service
Catherine personally invited her cousins-in-law in an effort to keep the family united amid the scandal surrounding Andrew,…
Our Heroes: Herald’s top NZers of 2025 in news, sport, business and entertainment
Everybody needs a hero – and luckily New Zealand is not short of them. The New Zealand Herald…
Simone Biles says therapy ‘saved’ her after pressure of Olympic success
“I still go to therapy every week. It keeps me grounded and helps me process everything that’s happening…
Air New Zealand updates rules of portable power bank usage on flights
Multiple international airlines, including Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, South Korean Airlines, Qantas, Virgin and China Airlines, banned the…
Inland Revenue proposes changing tax treatment of loans companies issue to shareholders
Companies involved in property would likely be most affected. The change would only apply to companies owned by…
Measles cases rise to 30 as Auckland concert named location of interest
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, which operates Western Springs Stadium, and event promoters have been working with Health NZ to…
IAG unveils Phillip Gibson to become CEO, after leak revealed departure of existing insurance boss
A month ago, the Australian Financial Review revealed a recruitment company was looking for a new chief executive…
Letter from a sex offender: How an Auckland abuser tried to bribe his victim out of pursuing justice
He then offered her $5000 to drop the case. The letter left Claire shaking, sickened and “totally disgusted”.…
Kaitāia homicide: Woman accused of killing Monty Knight appears in High Court
Her name suppression was extended because of the risk of extreme hardship from naming her, which means she…