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Peters says the ship’s captain was hired under a DEI programme.

Christchurch's Te Kaha Stadium is looking for solutions after parts of the venue reached 32C during a rugby league game. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY

OPINION: Conversations about euthanasia show a complex, confronting and moving reality.

MetService morning weather update for October 28, 2026. Video / MetService

Police are investigating new information and reassessing all exhibits.

The NRL is expected to decide on a 20th team before Christmas.

Animal Justice Party's Tauranga candidate Sam Connely tells Bay of Plenty Times reporter Bijou Johnson why he wants the job and why voters should choose him. Video / Bijou Johnson

Henare Heta cited an earlier attack by the couple’s other dog that killed his chickens.

Company seeks to shore up electricity demand to de-risk major investment in supply.

Locals' tickets are not eligible for resale, cannot be transferred and are non-refundable.

What parties say about Pasifika issues, from visas to aid.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to the media in Mt Roskill. Video / Stuff

Greens co-leader Marama Davidson spoke to the media in Manurewa. Video / NZ Herald

Act leader David Seymour spoke to the media in Māngere. Video / RNZ

"I can be a role model, but I can also do something for me that makes me happy."

The regional councillor explains to Bay of Plenty Times reporter Bijou Johnson why he wants the job and why voters should choose him. Video / Bijou Johnson

Kiwis from around the country show compassion as they discuss what matters most to them this election. Video / NZ Herald

NZDF listed new email services as 'delivered' with 92% of the job left to do.

The magnitude 4.5 quake prompted more than 1900 felt reports.

More than 220 properties lost power as crews prepared to work overnight.

The Kiwis have conceded four tries from intercepts in their last two World Cup games.

One local said they "heard it coming" before a bang.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to the media from his Remutaka electorate. Video / RNZ

She was a lonely 11-year-old looking for companionship. He was 17 when they first met.

NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Hipkins promises new government before Christmas if elected | Monday, October 26, 2026. Video / NZ Herald

La’auli paused treaty talks until after New Zealand’s general election.

NZ Herald live: Christopher Luxon speaks to the media

Kiwis owe billions of dollars in personal debt. Here's how to reduce spending and save.

MBIE has apologised for unauthorised sharing; NBR says it represents $410k in value.