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Thomas Coughlan: Labour’s lack of policy risks making party looklightweight

Labour's announced almost no policy despite the election being just months away.

Disgraced teacher Timothy Fisher worked at 12 public schools after indecency convictions

A police vet once carried a 'red stamp' warning he must not be left alone with kids.

Letters: As Anzac Day nears, let’s not forget those who suffered horrors of war

OPINION: Ardern divided the country in a way no modern leader has done, a reader says.

‘Heartbreaking and unjust’: How a woman abused by a nurse as a teenager changed the law

The redress system for abuse in care survivors has been expanded.

Morning quiz: Which Japanese city does Kansai International Airport primarily serve?

Test your brain with the Herald's morning quiz.

Torrential rain, 140km/h winds, 8m waves: Cyclone Vaianu set to hit North Island

The 'multi-hazard, potentially life-threatening event' is set to make landfall on Sunday.

Editorial: It’s better to be prepared for Cyclone Vaianu than get caught out

OPINION: People likely to be impacted need to act now if they haven’t already.

'Taking action on sustainability now': Zespri's 2035 climate plan

Zespri plans to be carbon neutral by 2050 under its new 2035 strategy.

Rugby and league unite as Rotorua club shares home after fire loss

Ngongotahā Chiefs have opened their Tarawera Rd base for Whakarewarewa rugby gatherings.

'Pretty raw memories': Locals 'worn down' as storm prep begins again

Hauraki Mayor Toby Adams says residents are weary after recent floods but still resilient.

Northland declares state of emergency as Cyclone Vaianu nears

'This declaration means we can act quickly if required.'

Supercars fever back in Taupō as fans flock to Track to Town parade

US tourist and retired racer Steven Mathers stumbled on Supercars by chance.

'Remarkable': Climbers rescued after three nights stranded on steep mountainside

Police say early beacon use and clear satellite texts helped save the climbers' lives.

Why we're so fascinated with Kiwis in foreign prisons

Cases range from minor drug allegations to exploitation and murder.