Coroner calls for clearer guidance after Southland man dies detonating old explosives
A fencing contractor for 50 years, Woodford had used Powergel explosives throughout his working life to blow up…
First Five too fast for Aussies in BCD Sprint at Te Rapa home track
“I was shocked to see the TAB had opened him up at $13,” Pinn said. “He is just…
Ohope Wins shows X-factor in Ellis Classic as NZ Oaks looms
Just as the leading pair looked to have the finish to themselves, Ohope Wins hit overdrive and swept…
Wellington actor Albert Latailakepa’s leap from school drama to Disney+
Love Actually‘s Thomas Brodie-Sangster stars, with Harry Potter‘s David Thewlis as Fagin. It’s easy to understand why Latailakepa…
A 2002 cold case has engulfed a Colombian cycling star after hitmen accuse him of masterminding it
Last week, prosecutors announced that Herrera was under investigation over the case, which has haunted his hometown for…
What does New Zealand do when the world ruptures? – Steve Maharey
Last week (NZ Herald, January 10), I was one of many commentators who had something to say about…
The Hewitson Profile: Christine Fernyhough’s new book showcases her unusual treasures
When Christine Fernyhough was a little girl, she was an enthusiastic collector of shells and coins and was…
Scotty Morrison: The first NZers would have felt like they were “going from a dairy to a supermarket”
In his element: Scotty Morrison joins the dots between knowledge and environment. Photo / Supplied When he embarked,…
New Zealand win transtasman showjumping thriller in test relocated from Gisborne to Christchurch
Australia won the first day, posting 12 faults to the Kiwis’ 20 over the two rounds. The teams…
Kiwi scientists decode antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Andrea Graves New Zealand Listener· 2 Feb, 2026 05:04 PM4 mins to read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald…
Health and Disability Commissioner finds two midwives breached antenatal care of woman suffering a second stillbirth
The names of all parties have been redacted. According to the report, the woman lost her baby at…
New homes overheating: What has happened two years after problems flagged?
Last January, the Herald reported how some Auckland terraced and apartment homes were overheating, causing distress and potential…