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Kiwi chocolate treat named one of world's most sought-after supermarket snacks

Social searches for Cadbury's Perky Nana have jumped 43% globally over the past year.

Conduct concerns prompt investigation into Human Rights Commissioner

Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith did not give details on what concerns had been expressed.

Should tourists help pay for New Zealand’s infrastructure?

Regional Tourism New Zealand chair Andrew Wilson is with The Front Page to discuss the growing push for an accommodation levy.

'Broken windows, exposed wiring': How farming friends turned derelict lodge into $3m hot spot

Fishing weekend turned into a decade-long adventure.

Party time or crunch time as Jetstar takes the fight to Air NZ?

Budget airlines overseas are struggling, but Jetstar is in a bullish mood.

Police probe as bomb threats spark evacuations at NZ schools and organisations

Schools in Auckland, Christchurch and Timaru were forced to evacuate.

Heavy rain watch issued for eastern Northland as front moves in

A heavy rain watch is in place from 6am to 4pm on Wednesday.

Wayne Brown says Auckland councillors facing rising threats and abuse

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown discusses threatening behaviour directed at him and fellow councillors. Brown spoke with reporter Katie Bradford about the incidents.

Afternoon quiz: How many bones are there in a typical adult human hand?

Test your brain with the Herald's afternoon quiz.

Paul Lewis: 'Certain starters' – Picking the All Blacks side from Rennie's first squad

OPINION: Five Hurricanes could start in the All Blacks' new-look backline.

Hot air balloon makes unexpected landing near South Island town

Ten passengers, including eight Australians, were aboard during this morning's incident.

Actuaries back 10% KiwiSaver default to balance retirees’ income needs

Lower and median earners may not need to save the full 12%.

The Country at the Primary Industries NZ Summit

On today's show: McClay, Langford, Skilling, Win, Charteris, Boulton, Nelson, Meredith.

Haaland adds another double as Norway hold off Senegal comeback

Norway secured a spot in the round of 32 with a 3-2 win over Senegal.

Key takeaways: Warriors bounce back but biggest test of season awaits

OPINION: Ben Francis analyses the Warriors' win over the Cowboys in Christchurch.

Jeremy Clarkson was diagnosed with prostate cancer. How can you reduce your risk?

How to know when it’s time to get checked for prostate cancer.

'It distorts your self': Olivia Cooke on why she ditched Instagram

The actress says social media algorithms made her feel too self-critical.

Wet, windy and humid: Tropic-fuelled stormy weather set to hit upper north

While the north has humidity and rain, the south of NZ will see snowfall.

MetService severe weather update: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

MetService severe weather update: Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Mbappe double powers France to victory over Iraq after two-hour storm delay

Kylian Mbappe scored twice in his 100th match for France.

Black Ferns lock extends contract through to World Cup

Maiakawanakaulani Roos will also remain with the Blues in Super Rugby Aupiki.

MetService afternoon weather update: Tuesday, June 23, 2026

MetService afternoon weather update: Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

Why you may not see a doctor under Labour’s ‘free doctors’ visits’ policy

The party doesn't know how many of the visits may be with doctors.

AI attacks could overwhelm West within months, Five Eyes says

'AI's power can be turned against us.'

'Non-compliant': Kiwi supplement giant pulls products, apologises to customers

NZ Muscle has pulled the affected supplements from its shops and website.

Labour leader unclear on how many free GPs visits will be conducted by doctors

He was asked about visits with doctors, as opposed to with nurse practitioners. Video / Mark Mitchell

'Tug of war' between honey and pollination as demand rises

Kiwifruit growers need 150,000 hives across orchards as spring nears.

Suspicious fire at St David's Church site in Kaiti

History repeats as Gisborne church damaged again by a fire - this one suspicious

Phillips' century gives Black Caps uncomfortable question to answer

The 29-year-old’s breakthrough innings was vital in securing victory over England.

Advice: I have autism. Can I tell my best friend that I think she does, too?

New York Times: Is it helpful or intrusive to raise the question of neurodivergence?

Probe into sisters' care before father allegedly shot them cites possible 'shortcomings'

The two children remain in a Swedish hospital with life-threatening and serious injuries.

Investigator and terms established for review into immigration IT scandal

The Public Service Commissioner recently said people's jobs could be on the line.

The secret reason bosses want everyone back in the office

OPINION: It's all about them, the New York Times writes.

'Stepped up': How young All Whites defender has taken giant leap at Fifa World Cup

Finn Surman's header against Egypt was only the fifth senior goal of his career.

‘Enormous risk’ as copper thefts spike on rail network due to booming scrap market

Kilometres of copper have gone missing from the rail network in recent months.

Christchurch school closed for two days after rodents chew fibre cable, cut key networks

The outage cut all servers, WiFi and phones, halting key school systems.

Wairarapa farmer turns her own wool into high-end tweed

'We’ve got the sheep, we’ve got the shearers … we can make wool.'

A diocese tries to protect its 9m Jesus from Trump’s border wall

New York Times: The diocese says a wall at Mount Cristo Rey would desecrate a holy site.

Employment confidence hits record low amid Middle East conflict

The loss of confidence was shared across all survey measures and the worst in 20 years.

'Back in expansion mode': NZX says milk production sets new highs

La Niña brought warm, wet conditions that supported pasture growth all summer.

'Time for me to move on': Super Rugby-winning captain announces departure

Crusaders captain and 30-test All Black David Havili will take his talents to Japan.

'Make someone's day': Meet the Tauranga courier with 174 five-star reviews

Richie Mudaliar's recipe for success is to treat every customer the same.

'Severe' and 'ongoing' water leaks at hospital baby unit before upgrade greenlit

Leaks were first reported in December 2024 during heavy rain.

Why Trump has been attacking the Supreme Court, with 3 key rulings ahead

Washington Post: Tensions are running high – even with the president's own appointees.

Klara and the Sun - Taika Waititi’s latest film shot in New Zealand

Based on the bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazuo Ishiguro and written and directed by Academy-Award winner Taika Waititi. Video / Sony Pictures Entertainment

Fifa World Cup: All Whites captain Chris Wood reacts to Egypt defeat

All Whites captain Chris Wood reflects on the defeat to Egypt on Monday at the Fifa World Cup.

Dead duckling in reflecting pool adds to Trump’s renovation troubles

The dead bird adds to the pool's algae growth and peeling paintwork.

Body found in South Auckland park pond, police say death unexplained

Police say formal identification and post-mortem examinations are pending.

'Preferential treatment': Airport gets secret meetings on Wellington mega roading project, MPs kept in the dark

Documents show airport execs signed NDAs for information as politicians were kept waiting.

'Most roboty movie yet': Taika Waititi unveils first look at latest film shot in New Zealand

The film adapts Kazuo Ishiguro’s 2021 novel about a lonely robot girl.

DoC fines centre after veteran bird carer lets visitor handle kiwi

The couple say shifting DoC rules threatens the legacy of their life's conservation work.

Millionaire football club owner charged with child sex offences

Barrie Drewitt-Barlow faces 15 new child sex charges after a court hearing.

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First XV wrap: Wellington College win twice on same day ... 197km apart

Wellington College won matches in Whanganui and Lower Hutt on the same day.

Goalmouth scramble: The best World Cup songs of all time

Fans worldwide have turned World Cup songs into enduring tournament anthems.

Resilience 'stretched': High-profile ex-psychologist under supervision order updates supporters

Karen Nimmo can only practise under supervision following a complaint from an ex-client.

Peters in foul language outburst at morning host over coalition query

Ryan Bridge was subject to an unexpected clanger during a live exchange with the minister.

US judge drops Justice Department subpoenas to Democrats as ‘retaliation’

US District Judge Patrick Schiltz said the cases were politically motivated and baseless.

The Rotorua Lodge with a David Hasselhoff endorsement | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Travel writer Tim Roxborogh has stayed at On The Point Lodge in Rotorua. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Should New Zealand bring in a bed tax? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

The daily panel with Sherson-Willis director Trish Sherson and Senior BusinessDesk reporter, Dileepa Fonseka. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Not just cats and dogs: SPCA seeks foster homes for farm animals

Goats, pigs and horses are also waiting for care across New Zealand.

Ukrainian academic reveals what life is like inside war-torn Ukraine | Ryan Bridge TODAY

Dr Hanna Shelest says the war has now dragged on longer than WWI. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Explained: The German exchange student named in the All Blacks | Ryan Bridge TODAY

German-born loose forward Anton Segner says he was only supposed to come to New Zealand for six months, but now he has been named in the All Blacks squad. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Presenter off-air after remarks about footballer's baby leave before NZ game

Jeremy Doku returned to London for the birth of his first child.

Divorced Kiwis in their 20s, 40 and 50s on why their marriages ended

'I was more aware of who I was as a person, what I wanted from life.'

'Her light will keep shining': Family pays tribute to Red Beach crash victim

Elva Ritchie's family thanked those who comforted her and the bystanders who helped.

'Les Mills, City Fitness, Jetts & Snap – who's getting more of our gym fees? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

BusinessDesk's Business of Wellness investigates where we spend our time and money at the gym; plus has the UK PM quitting  moved markets? Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

Starmer resigns: What happens now? | Ryan Bridge TODAY

King's College London professor of European politics, Anand Menon, discusses what happens next following Keir Starmer's resignation as UK Prime Minister. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY