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This man was allegedly involved in an attack on a shop keeper and customer on Auckland's North Shore. Photo / Facebook

NEW ZEALAND

Shop owner attacked after confronting taggers

17 Oct, 2018 11:27am
3 minutes to read

"Describing it as vicious is an understatement."

Former Black Stick Gemma McCaw, left, with The AM Show hosts, Duncan Garner and Amanda Gillies, this week. Photo / Supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

Gemma McCaw's morning TV show debut a winner

14 Oct, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

From sports star to sports reader, and beyond, for Gemma McCaw.

Cherie Howie spoke to five people about what it was like to do their jobs before Google. Photo / 123RF

NEW ZEALAND

What was life like before Google?

14 Oct, 2018 5:00am
11 minutes to read

Working life before Google? Different.

Thirteen New Zealand and Australia-based chefs took part in the a charity dinner, organised by Peter Gordon, far right, to support Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand. Photo / Jason Oxenham

LIFESTYLE

Thirteen chefs in the room - what do they eat?

14 Oct, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Chefs, including Peter Gordon and Al Brown, fuel up before charity event.

Celebrity cook and author Annabel Langbein, with her daughter, Rose. They've collaborated on a new cook book. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

Annabel Langbein's latest cookbook venture a family affair

13 Oct, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

It's a mum and daughter duo for Annabel Langbein's newest offering.

The bus crashed into a Unitec computer training facility in Birkenhead. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Horror aftermath of Birkenhead bus crash: Witnesses tell their stories

12 Oct, 2018 3:39pm
4 minutes to read

Witnesses of a horror bus crash in Birkenhead tell their stories after man and kids hurt.

Cherie Howie drives around Auckland at 30 km/h to gauge the reaction of other road-users. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Driven mad: Testing Auckland's roads at 30km/h

7 Oct, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Cherie Howie tests Auckland Transport's 30km/h speed limit proposal for central Auckland.

BUSINESS

Theresa Gattung: 'This is women helping women'

7 Oct, 2018 5:00am
9 minutes to read

An innovative crowd-funding initiative is helping Kiwi businesswomen succeed.

It was beach weather for many yesterday. File photo / Grant Bradley

NEW ZEALAND

Weather ahead: Goodbye sunshine, hello snow

7 Oct, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Yesterday was stunning, but it's going to be a changeable start to the week.

Century 21 Collett Realty owner Liam Collett, pictured, is marketing a Red Beach property that includes a WWII bunker. Photo / Supplied

BUSINESS

For sale: WWII bunker (and home)

7 Oct, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Gated Red Beach home boasts open plan living, sea views and additional security.

A locomotive hauls a log to the Piha Mill in 1917. This would have been the locomotive driven by John Mutu, who died in the 1918 influenza epidemic. Photo / National Library

NEW ZEALAND

The family wiped out by 1918 flu epidemic

30 Sep, 2018 2:27pm
4 minutes to read

Even the isolation of the Waitākere bush was no protection from the deadly pandemic.

Young and old take over Clarence St, in Devonport, after it was turned into a pedestrian-friendly space to coincide with the GLOW Light installation event last year. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

'We could have a game of cricket on Queen St'

30 Sep, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Councillor wants more opportunities for pedestrians to take over Auckland streets.

There's nothing like a swim after a long day at work, as these people show in Mt Maunganui. File photo / Alan Gibson

LIFESTYLE

Turn clocks forward tonight: What to do with extra hour of sunlight

29 Sep, 2018 9:07pm
2 minutes to read

It's time to enjoy 188 extra daylight hours.

Peter Everatt speaks at his reitrement farewell this week. The longtime radio announcer called time on his 45 year career this week. Photo / Peter Meecham

NEW ZEALAND

Longtime radio announcer Peter Everatt signs off

29 Sep, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Broadcaster kept you out of a jam for much of his career.

Aurora Hooper, 5, left, and Te Aurere Yates, 6, on the Far North Safer Community Council's school holiday programme. Aurora's mum works for the organisation, so she attends for free. Photo / Supplied

BUSINESS

The workplaces who will look after your kid

29 Sep, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

School holidays will be a little bit less of a nightmare for some lucky parents.

Air New Zealand is among worldwide airlines affected by problems with Rolls Royce engines. File photo / Marty Melville

BUSINESS

Tourism boom blamed for Air NZ woes

23 Sep, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Aviation commentator shares his thoughts of Air NZ boss' apology to customers.

A simulated view from level two of one of the properties whose view will be affected by a planned major development of Mission Bay. This shows the impact of the future development. Image / Supplied

BUSINESS

$200m plan sparks fight over views in swish seaside suburb

22 Sep, 2018 5:00am
5 minutes to read

Former All Black Sir John Kirwan among residents pushing back against developers' plans.

From left, Beth Eynon-Richards, Niva Retimanu, Shauney McIntyre, Tina Stephens and Yi Small. Photos / Jason Oxenham, Brett Phibbs, Robyn Hood, Stephen Parker and Alan Gibson.

NEW ZEALAND

Meet the women of New Zealand over 24 hours

19 Sep, 2018 5:00am
10 minutes to read

The women of New Zealand in 2018 have something to say.

Matt Ansell, right, with ITM Fishing Show host Matt Watson during Ansell's Make-A-Wish fishing trip in 2013. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

High-rise abseil to make wishes come true

16 Sep, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

It's $1700 up - so far - and 17 stories down for former cancer kid.

The Rainbow Warrior is docked at Princes Wharf in downtown Auckland until Monday. Photo / Jason Oxenham

NEW ZEALAND

Rainbow Warrior returns to 'spiritual home'

16 Sep, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

The Greenpeace protest ship is spreading the message about climate change.

Queen St's footpaths have become busier as more people move into the central city, tourist numbers increase and more Aucklanders favour non-car transport. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

Queen St's future: Makeover plans for NZ's shabby 'golden mile'

15 Sep, 2018 5:00am
11 minutes to read

Mayor Phil Goff wants to pedestrianise sections of our highest profile street.

An artist's impression of trams on Queen Street. Image / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Mayor suggest free tram travel for city street

15 Sep, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Trams are on their way for Auckland - could travel be free on one section?

Rodney Roper in his dream car - a replica South Australian Police car. Photo / Michael Craig

NEW ZEALAND

He made a replica cop car – but police won't let him drive it

9 Sep, 2018 8:40am
3 minutes to read

Police "jealous"of his replica, owner says.

Pink makes her spectacular entrance via pink chandelier. Photo / Stephen Jaquiery, Otago Daily Times

ENTERTAINMENT

Pink: 'This is the most people I have seen in my whole life'

2 Sep, 2018 6:36am
3 minutes to read

The American superstar Pink opened her set in Dunedin by hanging off a pink chandelier.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern with her partner Clarke Gayford and their daughter Neve Gayford. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

Meet the baby daddies of NZ Parliament

2 Sep, 2018 5:00am
7 minutes to read

The year to Father's Day 2018 has seen a new Government and lots of new life.

Pink performing in Sydney last month. Photo / Don Arnold / WireImage

ENTERTAINMENT

Pink warms up the cold south

2 Sep, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Fans queued outside the concert venue more than 12 hours before Pink went on stage.

Avalanche rescue dog Whaia and owner Phil Couch soon after Whaia was almost killed after being run over by a ute. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Fund for Whaia: Avalanche dog hurt

1 Sep, 2018 7:11pm
2 minutes to read

Whaia is trained to find people buried in avalanches.

The Auckland Domestic Terminal pictured from the Auckland Air Traffic Control Tower. Photo / File

BUSINESS

Good, bad and ugly: Inside Auckland Airport

26 Aug, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Is Auckland Airport really as bad as broadcaster Mike Hosking says? We ask other users.

A man who died in Muriwai on Friday was crushed by a car he was trying to push after it had become stuck down a private driveway. Photo / Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust

NEW ZEALAND

Father in Muriwai tragedy asks after son as helpers perform CPR

19 Aug, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Neighbour tells how he comforted badly injured father stuck under car.

This artist's impression shows the front of the new development, at the corner of Tāmaki Dr and Patteson Ave. Image / Supplied

BUSINESS

Mission Bay grand plan sparks hot debate

18 Aug, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Architects were likely constrained by a community driven to resist major intensification.

The visit to New Zealand is Anne Hegerty's first. Photo / Supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

The Chase star in NZ: How she fared in our Kiwi quiz

17 Aug, 2018 5:38pm
4 minutes to read

Take the NZ quiz that stumped The Governess - can you beat her?

Police officer Gabrielle Griffiths hands out free tickets to the Warriors' next home game to motorist Kuki Ionatana, with Warriors Sam Lisone and Agnatius Paasi (right). Photo / Chris Loufte

NEW ZEALAND

Warriors stars in late night booze bust surprise

12 Aug, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Sober drivers and their passengers were rewarded with match tickets and other goodies.

Sam Neill, left, and Julian Dennsion in Hunt for the Wilderpeople, among Kiwi films chosen for the Lotto ticket-swap promotion. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Swap old Lotto tickets for movie pass

11 Aug, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Swap your old Lotto tickets and watch Kiwi classics for free.

Mission Bay, with its safe beach, promenade, park and adjacent bars and eateries is one of the most popular beaches in Auckland. File photo / Greg Bowker

BUSINESS

Mission Bay's $200m face-lift: New homes, shops, cafes, bars

11 Aug, 2018 5:00am
5 minutes to read

A major retail and housing redevelopment will mean big change to Mission Bay if approved.

Generation Z (from left): Raman Mahi, Annelise Katz, Alexia Hilbertidou, Ari Greene-Young and Georgia McGillivray.

BUSINESS

Move over Millennials – here comes Gen Z

22 Jul, 2018 4:20pm
11 minutes to read

They're ambitious and confident, but also financially literate and realistic.

Summer and Kris Farmer loved their pop-up wedding. Photo / Natalie Morgan Photography

LIFESTYLE

Bucking the trend: Weddings on the cheap

22 Jul, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

The "sharing economy" moves to the wedding aisle.

Derek Lardelli is the supreme winner at the Matariki Awards. Photo / Gisborne Herald

NEW ZEALAND

All Blacks haka writer wins top award

15 Jul, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

Previous Matariki Award winners include Taika Waititi and Cliff Curtis.

Brollies at the ready - the rain's coming. File photo / Richard Robinson

NEW ZEALAND

Flood watch as king tides meet big swells

15 Jul, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Roads could be affected a low pressure system brings wind and rain to the North Island.

A potential 'toilet tax' for Auckland ratepayers has sparked criticism of Mayor Phil Goff. File photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

'Toilet tax': Councillors weigh in on controversial levy

7 Jul, 2018 4:42pm
4 minutes to read

Views split on potential toilet tax.

Prince George met with a number of children at the Plunket day in Wellington in 2014. Photo / Getty Images

LIFESTYLE

Prince George's Kiwi playmates school-bound

7 Jul, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

The eyes of the world were on them four years ago.

Sue McKellar and her kitten Pearl, who has won internet fame after stealing a neighbour dog's steak. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

Kitten steals dog's steak, wins hearts

7 Jul, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Pearl already dines on Fancy Feast, but she wanted more. Sorry, dog.

Simon Holbrook samples The Simon - a bun-less Better Burger burger named in his honour. The Simon includes veges, although Holbrook prefers just patties and cheese. Photo / Supplied

LIFESTYLE

Kiwi burger chain names bunless burger after loyal customer

1 Jul, 2018 3:48pm
3 minutes to read

Simon Holbrook eats just patties and cheese - and says he has lost 17kg in 10 months.

Huia Onslow, son of the then-Governor of New Zealand, with gifts he received from Ngāti Huia hapū. Photo / Supplied courtesy of Te Papa

LIFESTYLE

The forgotten 'First Baby' of New Zealand

1 Jul, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Before Neve Gayford, there was Huia Onslow.

A busy street means it isn't safe for Susy Pryde's son, Sebastian, to walk to school. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Here's why fewer kids walk, bike to school

1 Jul, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Parents have let rip on hazards facing the foot or pedal power school commute.

It's beer - but not like you're used to - at next Saturday's GABS Beer, Cider and Food Fest. File photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Bubble gum? Weird and wacky beers on offer at food fest

30 Jun, 2018 10:40am
3 minutes to read

Parsnip juice, bubble gum and seawater among ingredients in beers at Auckland festival.

More than 60,000 vehicles use the Waterview Tunnel every day. File photo / Nick Reed

NEW ZEALAND

Waterview Tunnel travel times revealed

30 Jun, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

There's a couple of notable exceptions to the positive impact on journey times.

Phil Goff had a long parliamentary career, but is in his first term as Auckland's mayor. File photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Mayor to mayor: Advice for Phil Goff

25 Jun, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

Councillors voicing no confidence is not unusual, say past and present civic leader.

Jacinda Ardern's mother, Laurell Ardern, holding her third grandchild yesterday. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Finn lullaby for Prime Miniature: 'Hold her close'

24 Jun, 2018 5:00am
4 minutes to read

The PM and her partner were "thrilled" by the gesture from Neil and Liam Finn.

Jaciunda Ardern and Clarke Gayford with their new baby girl. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

First Baby: 'Looks more like her father,' says grandmother

23 Jun, 2018 5:34pm
2 minutes to read

Baby has dark hair and dark eyes but doesn't look like her mum, says Jacinda's mother.

Jacinda Ardern and Clarke Gayford with their new baby girl at Auckland Hospital on Thursday.

NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand's First Baby: Social media, a book... and awaiting a name

23 Jun, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

PM admits pressure in choosing a name, and a children's book is already on way.

Can you switch off your phone even just for one day? Photo / File

LIFESTYLE

Ditch the 'likes' for Digital Detox Day

17 Jun, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Tie too much up of ourselves in external factors and we lose who we are, organiser says.

The woman was allegedly confronted at her home in Staveley Ave, Hillsborough.

NEW ZEALAND

Elderly woman confronted by 'armed' man

16 Jun, 2018 5:12pm
2 minutes to read

The woman was hanging washing in the back yard when she confronted, son says.

Dancing with the Stars' contestant Jess Quinn. More money will go directly to contestants' charities after 2degrees waived their text-to-vote cut. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Telco waives text-to-vote cut

16 Jun, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

The move means more money in Dancing with the Stars charities' pockets.

ACT MP David Seymour on Dancing with the Stars. Photo / Supplied

ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing with the Stars contestants paid

16 Jun, 2018 5:00am
6 minutes to read

Celebrities cutting a rug for charity — and a fee, which some are also donating.

NEW ZEALAND

Refugee's message: 'You are not alone'

10 Jun, 2018 5:00am
2 minutes to read

Rana Hamida will eat like a refugee to help those still suffering in overseas' conflicts.

Tevita Kava fell overboard from a Red Boats charter in June last year. Photo / Nick Reed

NEW ZEALAND

Death on a party boat: Charter firm charged

10 Jun, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

The man who died was a father, it can be revealed for the first time.

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwi chef Al Brown remembers Anthony Bourdain's visit to NZ

9 Jun, 2018 8:35am
3 minutes to read

The superstar chef's visit to New Zealand included one very dramatic moment.

Victoria Carter's challenge will be to change the mindsets of women into spending money on joining a club. Photo / Greg Bowker

NEW ZEALAND

Smashing the glass ceiling: Meet the Northern Club's first female president

2 Jun, 2018 5:00am
7 minutes to read

Another glass ceiling has been shattered.

From left, Jason Lee, Mitch Woolley, Sosi Turagaiviu, Denver Woolley and Nathan Phillips, pictured at a paintball park hours before the tragedy. Photo / Supplied

NEW ZEALAND

Teen loses twin brother in falls tragedy: 'The water just didn't stop rising'

27 May, 2018 5:00am
13 minutes to read

Teen talks for the first time about the Cascade Falls tragedy that killed his twin.

William Goldfinch was rescued by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter. Photo / Doug Sherring

NEW ZEALAND

'Am I going to die?': Dad's relief as help arrives for badly hurt son

26 May, 2018 6:50pm
3 minutes to read

Words to express gratitude to rescue helicopter saviours hard to find, dad says.

Nur* (35), centre, with her children, aged from 2-18 in their home in Balukhali camp, Bangladesh. Photo / Supplied

WORLD

Clinging to hope: Kiwi's week in a refugee camp

26 May, 2018 5:00am
8 minutes to read

Conditions in the refugee camp will only get worse as monsoon rains arrive, Kiwi says.

Joseph Herscher uses everyday objects in unexpected ways.Photo / WeWork/Lauren Kallen

NEW ZEALAND

Kiwi's dazzling Rube Goldberg machines

20 May, 2018 5:00am
3 minutes to read

His latest machine is his most intricate yet - cake via flying pots, a baby and butter.