Environment‘Where does it go?’: Judge questions if burning plastic differs from landfill dumpingWarren Sinclair burns up to 15 tonnes of plastic daily without consent to avoid landfill.14 Jun 01:47 AM
PremiumWorldWhy scientists retired the dire climate scenario used for over a decadeNew York Times: Many on the political right have used the shift to attack climate science.27 May 01:42 AM
New Zealand'Wasted effort': Port ordered to compensate iwi $298k for unpaid cultural labourPorts of Tauranga must pay iwi after aborting a resource consent application.15 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA landslide in a scenic fjord set off a mega-tsunami. There may be more to comeNY Times: A cruise ship was sitting just outside Tracy Arm fjord when the landslide hit.07 May 01:12 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Absolutely scary': The invisible force making food less nutritiousExperts fear the degradation of Earth's food supply will cause an epidemic of hunger.04 May 12:00 AM
SportSharks, stings and social media threats: Inside the record swim down the North Island16 Apr 06:01 PM
EnvironmentKiwi seen in Pureora forest for first time in 25 yearsA trail camera filmed the young kiwi just after 4am on February 25.31 Mar 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldScientists filmed a whale birth. The surprise: mum had many helpersNew York Times: At least 10 sperm whales appeared to assist during the birth. 30 Mar 11:14 PM
New ZealandSanctuary kiwi boost Ruapehu, Tongariro, Wellington and Taranaki populationsThe annual translocation efforts are the largest in New Zealand.26 Mar 05:00 PM
Wellington'No more possums, rats, stoats': Govt announces plans for Wellington to become first predator-free city'People aren’t coming to New Zealand to see feral cats or possums,' Tama Potaka says.24 Mar 10:23 PM
SportJellyfish, dolphins and support from Kelly Slater as Ridler's epic swim nears endJono Ridler is now more than 1100km into his swim down the North Island's east coast. 22 Mar 12:00 AM
OpinionOpinion: How NZ can turn climate disasters into a resilient futureDr Laura Robichaux grew up evacuating from major US hurricanes before moving Downunder.18 Mar 03:00 PM
Sport'Still have a way to go': Ridler passes 1000km mark in record swim attempt'It's cool to stop for a second, to pause and appreciate what we've done out here.'11 Mar 09:00 PM
New Zealand‘Intolerable risk to life’: Crown manager kept on to oversee $70m Wairoa flood worksA Cabinet paper expressed concern about the project, citing disputes between councils.25 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsTimeline shift: Pike River mine memorial pushed back beyond earlier targetThe Department of Conservation wants the memorial to be in place prior to the anniversary.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsClimate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promisedMapping aims to give councils and home owners a clearer picture of risk.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSix60 surprise fans at Hamilton Farmers MarketSix60 made an impromptu visit to the Hamilton Farmers Market on Sunday to play a short selection of acoustic songs. Video / Danielle ZollickhoferWatch16 Feb 04:00 AM
EntertainmentCelebrating 60 years of Toyota in New Zealand | Ryan Bridge TODAYDriven's David Linklater on the legacy of NZ's most popular car company. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch21 Jun 08:30 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYFerrari's new EV: Stocks plummet $9 billion | Ryan Bridge TODAYDriven senior journalist, Damien O'Carroll explains why the luxury vehicle's been received so badly. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch01 Jun 08:46 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYAudi recreates legendary 1934 Auto Union Lucca | Ryan Bridge TODAYDriven editor David Linklater joins Herald NOW. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch10 May 10:33 PM
Driven Car GuideCupra Formentor V e-Hybrid first drive: now with extra voltiosCupra has added plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) technology to its sporty coupe-SUV.28 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideTesla to open up NZ supercharger network to non-Tesla EVsCharging network receives a boost after Tesla opens up its superchargers to non-Tesla EVs.28 Sep 01:00 AM
Driven Car GuideToyota to triple EV production as competition heats upToyota has revealed plans to triple its EV production by 2025.27 Sep 06:17 PM
Driven Car GuideFord Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payloadCould this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?27 Sep 03:00 AM
Driven Car GuideReport: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motorUpdated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.26 Sep 10:00 PM
Sport'A bit more comfortable with them': Ocean swimmer Jono Ridler on shark encountersRidler has encountered plenty of marine life early in his 1350km swimming effort. 03 Feb 05:01 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow much red meat and dairy should you eat? We asked 3 expertsWashington Post: New US dietary guidelines deviate sharply from traditional advice. 18 Jan 11:10 PM
AucklandAuckland swimmers warned off as wastewater still leaves many beaches unsafeMore than 20 Auckland beaches remain under 'do not swim' black flags.17 Jan 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKim KnightKim Knight: My weekend with Waiheke's rude and entitledOPINION: A holiday encounter with bus seat hogs and child hecklers.07 Jan 08:00 PM
EducationAnnual school ball costs ‘out of control’ as tickets hit $230 at Auckland collegeŌrewa College parents say the price of ball tickets is an 'obscene' cost for families.30 Apr 07:06 PM
PoliticsSeymour urges perspective after files reveal extent of school lunch food safety probesSeven cases involved metal in meals and one involved glass. 30 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessJamie Beaton's Crimson buys second bricks-and-mortar schoolPLUS: Crimson's Infinite set to dominate charter school landscape.29 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandBudget boost, but not enough hands: Why high-needs students still miss outNZEI warns workforce shortages mean funding does not guarantee support.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandTop girls' school introduces specialised health course after shocking sexual harassment surveyIn the survey, more than 20 students said they had been raped.29 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMt Maunganui landslide: How school won fight to attend beloved teacher’s funeralPrincipal Jenny Clark wrote a letter to the Ministry of Education urging 'compassion'.26 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHealth course enrolments hit decade-high but workforce gaps remainMinistry data shows 51,845 people studied health last year, a 10-year high.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationSchools seek OIA exemption after mass request hits 2400 institutionsPrincipals warn that requests are straining resources.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationNZ's biggest cheats: NCEA exam breach probes triple since 2019, stumping officialsNZQA says 168 potential exam breaches involved AI use.19 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Few pages ahead of students': Schools lean on unqualified teachers in classMore than a third of state schools now have at least one LAT teacher on staff.13 Apr 05:00 PM