Hundreds gather in Northland to remember the Battle of Ruapekapeka Pā
Te Ruapekapeka Trust chairman Pita Tipene said the first two days of commemorations would be centred on Kawiti…
The best (and weirdest) tech found at CES 2026
The ride-booking giant’s road to robotaxis has been a complicated one: an early Uber self-driving test vehicle killed…
The Great White Project: ‘Shark Man’ Riley Elliott shares newest findings from tagging efforts
Elliott said his team had a “stellar” first season in the summer of 2022-23, tagging newborn to sub‑adult…
Multiple sclerosis journey: Pāpāmoa mother Holly Pass with MS joins the police
The 39-year-old said lesions were found in her brain. Fluid taken from a lumbar puncture confirmed her MS…
Waikato event guide 2026: The big events coming to the region this year
Danielle Zollickhofer Waikato News Director & Multimedia Journalist·Waikato Herald· 6 Jan, 2026 06:00 PM4 mins to read Subscribe…
Our little ponies: The democracy of riding clubs
Marilyn Monroe died on August 4, 1962. My parents were discussing it a few years later and my…
What lies beneath? The submerged secrets of the Hauraki Gulf – and why they need protecting
Ecologically rich, culturally vital and historically layered, the Hauraki Gulf is one of our most significant marine environments.…
Stitched up? Why the risks of offshore weight loss surgery are troubling NZ doctors
NZ doctors are finding themselves caring for patients who require medical help following gastric bypass and gastric sleeve…
On The Up: Mangonui schoolboys honoured for saving classmate in playground emergency
Marley receiving his Courage in Action cape from Natalie Samson. Their quick thinking ensured school staff were alerted…
How to keep ants, flies and mozzies out of your house this summer – and when to call in the experts
“You have good seasons, you have bad seasons, you have early seasons, you have late seasons, and so…
Tiana Placid’s busy life in sport – on the field and behind the TV camera
“With four kids came a competitive nature. I held a lot of responsibility for my siblings but also…
Golf grand slam: Who can follow Rory McIlroy and complete the Grand Slam in 2026?
Xander Schauffele Needs: Masters, US Open Schauffele started 2024 with zero majors but after finally claiming his first…