Wellington City Council overstaffed by 330, job losses likely as review recommends cuts
The review said $15 million-$37m could be found by cutting staff to “right-size” the council. The number of…
Maya Moore turns back on court as she’s jailed for nine years for Wairarapa arsons
Moore didn’t attend her trial despite repeated efforts by the judge to get her to do so, and…
Whānau mourn Jason Wharerau as search for Ethan Neels continues in Northland
“As the whānau of Jason Paul Wharerau, connected whakapapa, Ngāti Tautahi Te Māhurehure, Te Hikutu, Te Waiariki Ngati…
Coloured sand products test positive for asbestos contamination as more products recalled
NZ Herald 24 Nov, 2025 04:18 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium…
Ukraine, US to hold Geneva talks as Trump says plan to end war is not a final offer
When asked by reporters if it was his “final offer to Ukraine”, Trump replied: “No”. “We’re trying to…
Cyclone Fina lashes Darwin with 205km/h winds as hospital roof collapses
“The area has been isolated and power is being switched to essential supply while safety checks are completed.”…
Northland house fire treated as suspicious after late-night blaze
Firefighters were sent to the fire just after 10pm. A house fire in Northland is being treated as…
Around 100 cars towing boats gather ahead of convoy across Auckland Harbour Bridge – NZ Herald
Around 100 cars towing boats gather ahead of convoy across Auckland Harbour Bridge NZ HeraldRecreational fishers oppose Hauraki Gulf…
Schools, medical centre in lockdown in Katikati, Bay of Plenty, as armed police hunt person of interest
“All children are safe and accounted for. Awaiting instructions from police. “Parents were asked not to call or…
Dentist accused of treating patients while licence suspended named as Jacob Goldenberg of Total Health Dentistry in Ponsonby
He had his practising certificate suspended by the Dental Council in March 2023, pending the completion of an…
Judge condemns ‘persistent violence’ as Shamah Riley jailed over Nelson supermarket assault
He said the victim’s physical injuries had healed but he still struggled emotionally. Shamah Riley during sentencing in…
Emergency services on standby as Air New Zealand flight turns back to Auckland
“The aircraft has landed safely and our maintenance team will now inspect the aircraft before it is returned…