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Winston Peters speaks to the media following State of the Nation speech

Winston Peters spoke to the media following his State of the Nation speech this afternoon in Palmerston North.

Winston Peters heckled by protestors before State of the Nation speech

Winston Peters was heckled by protestors before delivering his State of the Nation speech this afternoon in Palmerston North.

Focus Live: Winston Peters delivers State of the Nation

NZ First leader and Deputy PM is in Palmerston North for the party event. Video / NZ Herald

Winston Peters speech, Ukrainian missile attack and the world's largest election | Focus Morning Bulletin March 17, 2024

Winston Peters makes his state of the nation speech today, Ukrainian missile attack is said to be an attempt to disrupt the Russian election and India's election is expected to be the world's largest in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald / AP

How to hack your brain

Reporter Catherine Sylvester tests out neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman's recommended daily routine for a good night's sleep, better mood and more energy.

Chiefs bounce back in high-scoring Super Rugby Pacific affair

The Chiefs bounced back with a 46-29 win over the Fijian Drua in Hamilton. Video / Sky Sport

Pro-Palestine protesters march during Ziggy Marley song

Ziggy Marley takes to the stage at Womad NZ on Saturday, March 16, opening his set with a song, Shalom Salaam which directly references the current Israel-Palestine conflict. As he sang, a line of pro-Palestine protesters marched across in front of the crowd. Video / Ilona Hanne

Drone light show brings Middle-earth to FMG Stadium

Hundreds of drones transformed FMG Stadium Waikato into a Middle-earth light show, complete with Gollum, Gandalf and the menacing Eye of Sauron. Video / Kane Dickie

Over 120 girls and 20 boys turn out for Matilda auditions

New Zealand’s most “revolting children” turned out in their droves yesterday to contest roles in Matilda The Musical, being performed at the Bruce Mason Centre later this year. Video / Jason Oxenham

First ship to use a new sea route delivers aid to Gaza

A ship delivered 200 tons of humanitarian supplies, food and water to Gaza on Friday, the Israeli military said. Video / AP

Homicide investigation continues, food aid arrives off Gaza coast and Russian election begins | Focus Morning Bulletin March 16, 2024

The homicide investigation continues after a woman's body was found in Auckland's Gulf Harbour on Tuesday, the first food aid arrives off the coast of Gaza and the Russian election began overnight. Video / NZ Herald

Living on Rotten Row

Robyn Winiata lives in Tuai, on a street with an unusual name. Video / Warren Buckland

Pip Lewis' diagnosis battle

Pip Lewis has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome - a rare genetic condition that affects her connective tissues.

Money mule's secret recording

Auckland woman Aimee Rodda speaks to private investigator Nick Mayer about how she became involved in an elaborate scam involving a Nigerian man and syndicate of international criminals. Video / NZ Herald

Watch: Bus fire closes State Highway One

A bus fire on the Waikato Expressway has closed northbound lanes at Ōhinewai. Video / Supplied

Car crashes into restaurant

A car has crashed through the window of Urbano restaurant on Fenton St Rotorua.
 Video / Andrew Warner

NZ Breakers buy out Sam Mennenga from Cairns Taipans contract

The NZ Breakers have signed star Kiwi Sam Mennenga after buying him out of his contract in Cairns. Video / BNZ Breakers

Nicola Willis heckled during stand up

Finance Minister Nicola Willis was heckled during a stand-up. Video / NZHerald

Dame Kiri Te Kanawa visits her old school

Dame Kiri Te Kanawa returned to her old high school, St Mary's College. In a special school assembly, the students sang happy birthday to Dame Kiri and Sister Judith Leydon. Video / Alex Burton / Mary Afemata

Snow falls in Otago

Snow falling in St Bathans, Otago, on Friday, March 15 2024. Video / Supplied

TVNZ stars fight to save their jobs

Jack Tame, Miriama Kamo join 'SOS' call to protest against TVNZ job cuts. Video / E tū Union

Rangatahi were treated to Womad preview by performers Rei and Huia

Students get into the groove with musicians Rei, Huia and Rei's backup dancers Alannah Curtis and Jesse Hepi during the Toi Foundation Community Programme. Video / Alyssa Smith

Ryan Fox's hole in one

Ryan Fox wows the crowd with a hole in one. Video / PGA Tour

Darleen Tana's maiden speech

Darleen Tana's maiden speech. Video / Parliament TV

Household cuts, taped Latam wing and chilly weather | Focus Morning Bulletin March 15, 2024

What households are doing to cut costs, concerning photos emerge of heavily taped Latam wing and time to grab your coat as chilly weather hits the country in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald

Inside planned new Wynyard Quarter apartments The Villard

Winton Land's new Auckland waterfront apartment block will start at $5.4 million and go up to $29m for the sub-penthouse. Video / Winton Land

Markets with Madison: Eroad’s AI route

Eroad is adopting AI to ensure its business isn’t driven off route by Tesla and other high-tech EV hardware. Video / Carson Bluck

Kaylee Bell chats to Reset

Award-winning musician Kaylee Bell is one of New Zealand's most successful country music stars. Video / Kane Dickie

Auckland A-League club reveals name

The wait is over for football fans in New Zealand's largest city. Video / Supplied

Focus: Luxon visits the Central Districts Field Days

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited the Central Districts Field Days in Feilding, where he held a standup after having a go at driving excavators and taking part in a ride-on lawnmower race.  Video / Mark Mitchell

Virtual flyover of proposed bridge

A virtual flyover of a proposed bridge replacing the concrete structure at Puketapu that was destroyed by Cyclone Gabrielle. Source / Hastings District Council


Geothermal activity outside Rotorua motel

Geothermal activity outside motel on Whakaue St in Rotorua. Video / Laura Smith

Focus Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to the media

Focus Live: Chris Hipkins speaks to the media

Ghahraman goes guilty, Labour retreat and TikTok ban | Focus Morning Bulletin March 14, 2024

How a guilty plea for Golriz Ghahraman could help her case, what’s on top of Labour’s agenda at its annual retreat and why the US is moving towards a nationwide TikTok ban in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald / AP

What Mount residents think of high-rise plan

Some Mount Maunganui locals are fighting plans for high-rise apartments, but some support the suburb growing upwards. Video / Alex Cairns

Kea Kids: The takahē bachelor has landed on Rotoroa, with hope to save the species

Up to 10,000 species are lost per year, but the takahē are making a comeback thanks to Rotoroa’s Love Island! Te Waewae is about to meet his new girlfriend, and Kea Kids News has the exclusive as our 7-year-old reporter Kayleigh gets to release him into his new home. 
 Video / Kea Kids

800 new homes in Napier

Napier's new suburb, Mission Hills, which will boast over 800 homes, is starting to take shape. Video / Warren Buckland

Sparrows found poisoned

Poisoned sparrows outside the Point Chevalier branch of Daily Bread bakery in Auckland.  Video / Mimi Kelly

Focus: Golriz Ghahraman pleads guilty to all charges

Ex-Green MP Golriz Ghahraman pleaded guilty to four shoplifting charges in Auckland District Court today. Video / Dean Purcell / Cameron Pitney