US govt admits role in helicopter-plane collision in Washington
The US government admitted Thursday that the actions of an air traffic controller and Army helicopter pilot played…
Police hunt suspects in serious Gore shooting
The suspects in last night’s Gore shooting which hospitalised two people – one in a serious condition –…
Ice avalanche likely killed Aoraki/Mount Cook climbers – police
Plateau Hut on Aoraki/Mount Cook. Photo: Supplied / DoC A pair of climbers missing on Aoraki/Mount Cook are…
Christmas Appeal: Manager Jordy Gastmeier at the heart of Tauranga Community Foodbank
“It means a lot to me, really, because it’s more than a job.” Tauranga Community Foodbank has three…
Government 4% rates cap puts pressure on Tauranga council services
If implemented, the rates cap would not come into force until in 2028. With annual rates increases of…
The Ashes live: Australia v England – third test, day two
Australia’s Cameron Green celebrates dismissing England’s Harry Brooks on the second day of the third Ashes cricket Test…
Special markets released for Invercargill, Auckland and Ashburton meetings
18 December 2025 , Punters Info With top-quality harness racing taking centre stage this weekend, TAB bookmakers have…
Snoozing sea lion gives St Clair mum a fright
When Espie Ayson opened her front door to go to work today, the last thing she expected to…
Police responding to firearms incident, Gore
Please attribute the following to Inspector Mike Bowman, Southland Area Commander: Police received a report of a firearm…
Police seek public help after ‘extreme violence’ critically injures person
RNZ 18 Dec, 2025 05:12 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription.…
Susie Wiles interview might be a useful distraction from how poorly things are going for Americans | Trump administration
So it appears Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, agrees with many of us: she thinks…
Homicide investigation in Hamilton after man dies at house
Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER A homicide investigation has been launched in Hamilton. Police were called to a…