Te Puke father Tristan ‘Eru’ Oakes’ mother makes moving tribute to her son after fatal shooting
He and his twin were two halves of the same heartbeat – connected in spirit, humour, love, and…
Bolton Equities to euthanise ageing lions at Whangārei wildlife park
The Northern Advocate has reported before expert comment stating the big cats are unable to be released into…
Man charged with murder after woman found dead in central Auckland apartment
Police said they were responding to a report of an assault. Photo / Supplied Baldwin said a 38-year-old…
Israel resumes Gaza strikes, accusing Hamas of violating truce deal
Besides failing to return all the hostages, Israel accuses Hamas of targeting its troops in areas of the…
Police rescue disoriented trampers from Raglan bush
Jazlyn Whales Journalist·NZ Herald· 18 Oct, 2025 06:55 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require…
Auckland Council elections: Electoral fraud complaint filed with police, claims vote papers stolen from letterboxes
“Police can confirm we have received reports in relation to allegations of electoral fraud linked to the current…
Lotto results: Papamoa player wins $200,000 Strike Four prize
Winners were from Coopers Beach, Rodney, Takanini, Taupō, New Plymouth, Christchurch, Timaru, Wanaka and Southland. On Saturday, tickets…
Sand dune tragedy: Pregnant partner vows to keep Kane Watson’s memory alive
“He turned around from inside the hole, and he was just smiling at me as he always was…
Teen friends killed as car rolls 98m on mountain in drunk crash
Neither had been wearing seatbelts, he said. “Although there is no evidence to indicate whether either or both…
Auckland driver Daniel Biddle jailed for Henderson hit‑and‑run that left 14yo in critical condition
“I do accept that you are remorseful, Mr Biddle,” the judge told him. “Of course, that is all…
Teddy Swims gives The Hits host Matty McLean his first tattoo
In a series of photos posted to Instagram, the ink has been revealed: a small image of a…
Tokoroa teacher Jayleb-Che Dean missing from Rotorua’s Waiotapu
Cowley said he has not made contact with his family, who are working with the community and authorities…