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About NZ Herald
NZ Herald is owned by New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME), a New Zealand-based newspaper, radio, outdoor advertising, and digital media company formed in 2014 from the merger of APN New Zealand and The Radio Network. Canadian private equity billionaire Jim Grenon acquired a 9.3% stake in NZME in March 2025 for investment purposes and has proposed appointing new directors to the board.
Media Bias/Fact Check rates NZ Herald as 'Least Biased' but notes a slight right-leaning tendency in opinion pieces and criticism of the current labor government, while editorials maintain a more neutral tone. Ground News, aggregating assessments from Ad Fontes Media and Media Bias/Fact Check, rates NZ Herald as 'Center' with 'Very High factuality'. Historically, the outlet has faced controversies, including erroneously publishing a photo in 2014 and a journalist's column being discontinued after being critical of the government. New Zealand generally enjoys strong press freedoms, with Reporters Without Borders ranking it 16th in 2025, though challenges related to funding, editorial independence, and online abuse of journalists exist.
Tupaea Kerr murder trial: Neighbours recall Charlie Watsonโs screams for help
- Neighbours heard a woman screaming for help, with one reporting hearing
Iran Threatens Red Sea Shipping Amidst Blockade Concerns
- Iran has threatened to disrupt shipping in key waterways if the US naval blockade persists. - The threats were reportedly broadcast on Iranian state television by General Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi. - Pโฆ
Supercars Taupล: Grove Racing Mechanic Reveals the Unseen Grind Behind Races
- Supercars returned to Taupล, drawing significant attention to the racing circuit. - A mechanic from Grove Racing shared insights into the intensive preparation required for race cars. - The article โฆ
Tauranga Council Considers Restoring Te Reo Name for ลmanawa Falls Reserve
- Tauranga City Council is considering reverting the name of ลmanawa Falls Reserve to its original te reo Mฤori name, Te Rere o ลmanawa. - The proposal comes from Ngฤti Hangarau, who say the name reflโฆ
Malachi Betham Admits Violent Auckland Robbery Plot, Weeks After Twin Elijah
- Malachi Christian Betham has agreed to plead guilty to discharging a firearm during a violent robbery plot. - The incident involved his twin brother, Elijah Betham, and an associate, who attacked a โฆ
Man Caught Riding Bicycle Into Oncoming Traffic on Auckland Motorway
- A man was observed riding a bicycle against oncoming traffic on Auckland's North Western Motorway. - Police apprehended the cyclist on Monday, advising him of the severe dangers posed by his actionsโฆ
Hamilton households to face smaller rate hike after council trims spending
- Hamilton City Council confirmed an average rate increase of 6.9% for existing ratepayers, down from the previously signaled 10.4%. - The reduction in the rate increase was achieved by the council cuโฆ
Hamilton Fatal Crash: Accused Admits He Should Have Disclosed Medical Condition on Licence
- A Hamilton man is on trial for dangerous driving causing injury and death following a 2021 crash. - The accused has admitted he should have disclosed a medical condition when applying for his driverโฆ
Wellington Launches Inaugural Gin Trail, Drawing 30 Venues
- Wellington, New Zealand, has launched its inaugural Gin Trail event. - The event features 30 participating venues offering specialized gin experiences. - The Gin Trail aims to fill the void left by โฆ
New Zealand monk missing from remote Scottish monastery may have had โlong-term hypothermiaโ, founder says
- A 24-year-old New Zealand monk has disappeared from Golgotha Monastery on Papa Stronsay, Scotland. - The monk, Justin Evans, was last seen within the monastery. - The founder of the monastery believโฆ
Illicit Tobacco Fuels Organized Crime Fears in New Zealand: 'Time is Running Out'
- Illicit tobacco is rapidly increasing in New Zealand, raising concerns about a potential escalation of organized crime. - A report by Retail NZ warns that the country could mirror Australia's experiโฆ
Mother Pleads for Return of Son's Memorial Items After Alleged Theft
- The mother of Tyler Porter, who died last year, is appealing for the return of memorial items allegedly taken from his gravesite. - Tyler Porter, aged 20, passed away in July last year, with his bodโฆ
Auckland's Test Cricket Future Uncertain Despite Colin Maiden Park Move
- Auckland has not hosted a test cricket match in 2942 days, and this drought is unlikely to end soon despite a move to a new facility. - Auckland Cricket is relocating to a revamped, dedicated faciliโฆ
Gulf Harbour body in bag case: Kaixiao Liu and family set to go to trial in Auckland for manslaughter
- An Auckland family, initially charged with interfering with human remains, will now face trial for manslaughter. - The change in charges follows the discovery of a woman's body wrapped in plastic atโฆ
Inland Revenue Warns of Tax Hikes, Favors Higher GST and Capital Gains Tax
- New Zealand's Inland Revenue department has indicated that tax increases are necessary to sustain government spending policies. - The department favors implementing a higher Goods and Services Tax (โฆ
Woman Jailed After Nelson MSD Office Fight Leaves Victim with Smashed Teeth
- A woman has been sentenced to 17 months in prison for an assault outside a Nelson Ministry of Social Development (MSD) office. - The victim sustained severe injuries, including knocked-out teeth, reโฆ
Rotorua Boys' High School Launches $1M Scholarship Fund Named for Former Principal
- Rotorua Boys' High School's old boys' association has launched a scholarship fund named after former principal Chris Grinter. - The fund aims to raise at least $1 million to benefit students for yeaโฆ
US-Iran Blockade: What It Means for Gulf Shipping and Kiwi Vessels
- The United States has initiated a blockade of Iranian ports, with President Trump issuing a warning against any ships attempting to disrupt the operation. - Iran's Parliament Speaker stated the counโฆ
Police Investigate Vandalism of Six Ambulances in South Auckland
- Police are investigating incidents where six Hato Hone St John ambulances were damaged in South Auckland. - The damage, including slashed tires, was discovered at bases in Manukau and ลtฤhuhu. - Autโฆ
Cyclone Vaianu: Why Whakatฤne District Council moved early to evacuate residents
- Evacuation orders were issued in the Whakatฤne District ahead of Cyclone Vaianu due to severe coastal inundation risks. - Extreme winds, large seas, and high tide combined to create dangerous conditโฆ
Finance Manager Yuko Hanyu Found Guilty in Relation to Collapsed East Wind Ponzi Scheme
- Yuko Hanyu, a former finance manager, has been found guilty on multiple charges related to a $43 million Ponzi scheme. - The scheme, known as the East Wind Ponzi scheme, targeted members of the Japaโฆ
Woman with Son Suffering Celiac Disease and Diabetes Mistakenly Declined Benefit
- A mother was mistakenly denied a benefit to help care for her critically-ill son by the Ministry of Social Development. - The son suffers from celiac disease and diabetes, requiring intensive, arounโฆ
New Wellington water entity Tiaki Wai defends salary spend for top officials
- Wellington's new water entity, Tiaki Wai, is defending increased salaries for its top officials. - Board members are set to earn nearly double what their predecessors at Wellington Water earned. - Tโฆ
