Beach safety: How to spot a rip, and what to do if you’re caught in one
“The safest beach in New Zealand is a beach that’s patrolled by surf lifeguards.” Chaz Gibbons Campbell says…
Rare Hector’s or Māui dolphin spotted in Northland prompts questions
By Penny Smith Scientists are asking people to watch out for any Māui or Hector’s dolphins spotted in…
NZ Rugby boss David Kirk and family get a welcome at Hawke’s Bay marae
In the rush of the moment Whyte would tell Kirk “this is how we roll sometimes”, and would…
Tucking in the Christmas spirit in Upper Hutt
Christmas lunch diners John Kiegan and Thelma Balthiejus. Photo: RNZ / Ellen O’Dwyer Since early Christmas morning, volunteers,…
Melbourne police investigate ‘Happy Chanukah’ car bombing
Emergency services were able to extinguish the fire and evacuate a nearby house on Thursday morning. Photo: ABC…
Boxing Day weather: Shoppers face possible thunderstorms, heavy rain and 90km/h gusts
A heavy rain watch will be in place for the Bay of Plenty to the east of Whakatāne…
Tauranga and Western Bay police target speed, phones, seatbelts in holiday road blitz
He made “no apologies” for the approach. “People will be issued tickets because speeding is a significant contributing…
Facial recognition report shows teenagers are worst threat to South Island supermarkets
“While six out of the top 10 offenders are minors across the FSSI store network, no minors or…
Society Insider Awards 2025: Beauden Barrett, Marc Ellis, Aaron Smith, Anna Mowbray, Ali Williams and more of the year’s biggest newsmakers
Setting himself up for his post-rugby career, Barrett’s sideline business sees him partner with the respected French wine…
Commerce Commission flags competition concerns over Godfrey Hirst Bremworth deal
NZ Herald 23 Dec, 2025 11:51 PMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium…
Gull, NPD merger will drive down petrol prices, companies say
The 240 Gull and NPD sites throughout the country would maintain their original distinctive brand if the merger…
Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of December 22 – 28
With so many voices in the digital age, it’s vital to know who you can trust – to…