‘Extraordinary’ trove of ancient species found in China quarry
Han described “wonderful experiences when we realised that those animals were right there on the rock”. “Many fossils…
Why local networks and good neighbours are critical in natural disasters
In the small hours of Valentine’s Day, 2023, Cyclone Gabrielle unleashed hell across the upper North Island. After…
Nivi Summer on life after Shortland Street, heartbreak and Hollywood dreams
There was still heartbreak, though. Then when Nivi was moving house, tragedy struck. “My boys and I were…
Tributes for Lucas Reid, 15, killed in e-bike crash
Lucas, who made a miraculous recovery, was a passionate fan of the AFL and supported the Richmond Tigers,…
Coastguard issues summer boating safety alert after near-fatal Lake Rotoiti rescue
Without the crucial life preservers, the brothers used two bags and a seat cushion to stay above the…
Police probe after woman who survived 11,000-volt skydive accident found dead in car outside station
She collided with high-voltage power lines and was electrocuted with 11,000 volts. Kirsten Moriarty’s car, a blue Toyota,…
NZ-made Spartacus TV series returns as bloody and sex-driven as ever
Russell Brown Columnist & features writer·New Zealand Listener· 3 Dec, 2025 05:00 PM2 mins to read Subscribe to…
On The Up: Rotorua teen Tiare Savea on becoming a first-time WOW model
Wellington hosted the show for the 20th year from September 18 to October 5. This season’s theme, Rise,…
Teenage boy in hospital after croc attack in Far North Queensland
After a reported “death roll”, the boy was taken to a nearby hotel where people tried to treat…
Black Ferns v South Africa: New Zealand shake off South Africa to reach Rugby World Cup semfinals
Black Ferns prop Veisinia Mahutariki-Fakalelu was amazing in defense, with 21 tackles in the opening 29 minutes. New…
Tom Phillips: How the fugitive father and children lived in bush for almost four years
A Herald photographer on the scene spotted the quad bike being removed from the area by police. It…
Tom Phillips: What’s next for Marokopa kids after four years of isolation with fugitive father
One of his children was at the scene of the dramatic shoot-out early in the morning and helped…