To send a story to the New Zealand Herald, you have two primary methods, depending on whether your submission is a news tip or a letter expressing your personal views or experiences.
Submitting a News Story or Tip
If you have information about a breaking news event, an important local issue, or a compelling human interest story that you believe the Herald's news team should investigate or report on, you should reach out to their newsroom.
Methods for News Story Submission:
- Email: The most common way to send detailed information, photos, or documents is by emailing the newsdesk directly:
- Email: [email protected]
- News Hotline: For urgent news tips or to speak directly with the newsroom, you can use their dedicated hotline:
- Phone: 0800 HERALD (0800 437-253)
When submitting a news story, try to include as much relevant detail as possible, such as:
- Who is involved?
- What happened?
- When and where did it occur?
- Why is it newsworthy?
- Any supporting evidence, photos, or contact information for further inquiry.
Sending a Letter to the Editor
If your "story" is more in the form of a personal opinion, a response to a recent article, or a brief narrative of an experience you wish to share with the wider community through the Herald's opinion section, sending a letter to the editor is the appropriate channel.
Method for Letter to the Editor Submission:
- Email: Submit your letter directly via email:
- Email: [email protected]
When writing a letter to the editor, keep the following in mind:
- Conciseness: Letters are typically brief and to the point.
- Clarity: Clearly state your main message or opinion.
- Relevance: Connect your story or opinion to current events or published articles if applicable.
- Verification: Include your full name and contact details (phone number and address) for verification purposes, even if you wish for only your name and suburb to be published.
Summary of Submission Methods
For quick reference, here's a summary of how to send your story:
| Type of Story Submission | Contact Method | Details |
|---|---|---|
| News Story / Tip | [email protected] | |
| News Story / Tip | Phone Hotline | 0800 HERALD (0800 437-253) |
| Letter to the Editor | [email protected] |
For a comprehensive list of contact options and other departmental contacts for the New Zealand Herald, you can visit their official contact page.
