Articles by NZ Herald
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National
Teen allegedly caught shoplifting at Ōkara store found with ammunition in car
Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 4:27pmAn alleged wannabe thief was caught with illegal ammunition and arrested outside a Whangārei store after allegedly shoplifting...
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National
Mystery after 'sudden death' in Blenheim, road closed
Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 4:04pmPolice are investigating a sudden death in Blenheim, with a stretch of road on the edge of the town closed overnight. Marlborough...
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National
Foot chase in Waikato: Man accused of fleeing police during meth search
Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 3:17pmA Waikato man was allegedly caught with a large amount of meth after fleeing from police during a search. Eastern Waikato...
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National
Stolen BMW spiked after motorway chase, driver allegedly hit almost double speed limit
Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 3:08pmA Papakura man has been charged after he allegedly fled police in a stolen car, going almost double the speed limit as helicopters...
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National
One dead, one critically injured in three-car crash on SH1 near Pōkeno
Monday, 18 May 2026, 8:48pmOne person has died after a three-vehicle crash on the Waikato Expressway this evening. Counties Manukau Police confirmed...
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Auckland
'Very difficult decision': Iconic Auckland restaurant to close permanently
Monday, 18 May 2026, 3:32pmAn iconic Auckland restaurant has been forced to close, with owners blaming “lower sales and ever-increasing costs”. Harbourside...
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World
'Oh really?': Bank worker hangs up on Pope after thinking call was a prank
Thursday, 14 May 2026, 8:51pmPope Leo XIV was reportedly hung up on by a customer service representative at his bank after she believed his call was a...
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National
One seriously injured after Levin collision between vehicle and person
Monday, 11 May 2026, 8:51pmA person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after a vehicle accident on State Highway 1 this evening. Hato...
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Sport
Black Fern announces retirement from rugby due to neck injury
Monday, 11 May 2026, 1:42pmAwhina Tangen-Wainohu’s rugby career has been cut short. The 10-test Black Ferns prop has been forced to retire due to a...
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Crime
Two seriously injured in Hamilton robbery, teen arrested as police hunt others
Sunday, 10 May 2026, 8:56amTwo people are seriously injured in hospital after a Hamilton robbery, with police now hunting for those responsible. Emergency...
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National
Three-vehicle crash blocks SH1 north of Wellington
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 4:14pmState Highway 1 north of Wellington has been partially blocked after a three-vehicle crash. Police said the northbound and...
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National
Giddy up! Crusaders horses spotted at Christchurch's new stadium
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 1:58pmThe Crusaders horses have been spotted at Christchurch’s One New Zealand Te Kaha stadium today, after the team previously...
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Entertainment
Iconic singer cancels Las Vegas residency until September as she battles health issues
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 8:43pmDolly Parton has cancelled her Las Vegas residency because of ongoing health issues - but assured fans she’s working hard...
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National
Concerns grow for missing Kapuka farmer Kevin Belling, searches turn up no trace
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 1:58pmPolice continue to search for Kevin Belling, who went missing from his Motu Rimu farm in Kapuka on 9 January. Detective Sergeant...
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National
Security breach disrupts Auckland Airport international terminal, causing delays
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 1:24pmAuckland International Airport has been disrupted after a security breach. There were large lines of passengers waiting to...
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World
Tourist dies from snake bite during hotel snake show in Egypt
Wednesday, 29 April 2026, 8:53pmA German tourist has died after a snake bit him during a show in Egypt, after the performer let the snake slither up the...
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National
Carterton mayor sparks debate over mysterious lights
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 8:55pmBy Sue Teodoro, Local Democracy Unexplained lights in the sky on Monday night had Carterton’s mayor sparking intense online...
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Entertainment
Taylor Swift moves to trademark her voice and image in fight against AI fakes
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 8:50pmTaylor Swift has filed to trademark her voice and image to protect herself against AI-generated content. Swift filed the...
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National
Two vehicle crash south of Christchurch leaves one seriously injured, roads blocked
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 2:50pmOne person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after a two-vehicle crash south of Christchurch. Emergency services...
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Business
More Kiwis ahead on their mortgage repayments
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 2:19pmMore Kiwis are ahead on their mortgage repayments, despite challenging economic conditions, according to new retail banking...
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National
NZ military plane that China accused of 'harassment' spots possible illicit activity
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 1:40pmThe New Zealand Defence Force says a military plane accused by China of “harassment” has spotted possible illicit activity...
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National
Two overnight burglaries hit Christchurch businesses within minutes
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 1:29pmTwo Christchurch businesses have been targeted by burglars overnight, just minutes apart. Police first responded to a report...
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Politics
NZ First's Jones apologises for comment about Willis weight loss, Peters says 'unacceptable'
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 4:38pmNew Zealand First deputy leader Shane Jones has apologised after making a comment seemingly about Finance Minister Nicola...
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National
Lost for a century: Kiwi WWI soldiers' remains reburied after being stored in museum
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 4:15pmTwo New Zealand soldiers who perished in World War I have been reburied in France after their remains were stored at a Pennsylvania...
