CrimePaedophile teacher's 40th conviction: Crimes continue to haunt survivorsHis eighth confirmed victim stared him down in court this week. Others may be waiting.04 Jun 05:00 PM
Royals'An insult': King's honour recipient slams Govt abuse in care redress move'Why put more money into a system that’s not working?', abuse in care survivor says.02 Jun 12:00 AM
World'Knocking down walls': New pope vows change amid global challengesDignitaries who attended included Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US Vice-President JD Vance. 18 May 07:33 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe surprising health benefits of becoming PopeNew York Times: Such a demanding job can be good for the brain and body. 17 May 06:00 AM
WorldOpinion: How the papal conclave became a viral sensationThe conclave sparked unprecedented online interest, with fancams of cardinals.12 May 06:33 AM
WorldPope Leo XIV raises spectre of 'third world war' in first Sunday addressThe 267th pontiff has addressed turbulent current events head-on.11 May 06:06 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Pope Leo has unique opportunity to help heal American divideOPINION: The Chicago-born Pope has opposed radical Christianity and Trump policy.09 May 05:00 PM
WorldFirst American pope's views on Trump, Vance over immigrationThousands packed into St Peter’s Square and cheered as the new pope appeared.08 May 10:25 PM
WorldWhat does the papal name Leo mean?The 267th pope is joining a group of 13 other popes who took the name Leo.08 May 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld'Not a grandstander': How a quiet US missionary became Pope Leo XIVNew York Times: Robert Prevost has pushed back hard against MAGA-style Christian ideology.08 May 09:56 PM
World‘Great honour’: World leaders welcome Leo, first US popeRobert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, is the first American pope.08 May 07:30 PM
WorldWho is Pope Leo XIV?Pope Leo XIV is the first US pope, known for his missionary work in Peru.08 May 06:02 PM
WorldEyes on the chapel: Black smoke again as conclave fails to elect new pope Cardinals tasked with choosing a new pope have begun a second day of voting inside.08 May 08:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A fair bit of division': What NZ Catholics want from the next PopeNZ Catholics hope the next Pope continues Francis’ focus on unity and minorities.08 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Most open election': Religious expert predicts close but swift conclaveThe 133 cardinals will debate issues such as divorce, clergy abuse, and LGBTQ+ topics.08 May 05:41 AM
WorldWatch: Smoke from Vatican after Cardinals enter conclave to elect new popeThe conclave includes 133 electors from 70 countries, reflecting diverse views.07 May 07:43 PM
WorldWomen release pink smoke near Vatican to demand voice in Church leadership'You cannot keep ignoring 50% of the Catholic population'. 07 May 05:41 PM
WorldClosed doors, white smoke: Papal conclave set to beginVoting set to start, requiring a two-thirds majority for a new pope.06 May 10:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Pope Francis, Trump and the Aussie election - the lessons for Luxon Opinion: Just because clowns are running America doesn't mean we need them here too.06 May 09:00 PM
WorldConclave: The world's most secretive voting processMichael Morrah explains what's happening inside Rome's Sistine Chapel. Video / Corey FlemingWatch06 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldScandals, sniping and 'church speak': Tensions rise ahead of papal conclaveThree days before the largest papal conclave ever, campaigns and intrigues are swirling.05 May 12:44 AM
WorldTrump posts spoof picture of himself dressed as PopeThe US President joked about being the next Pope before the conclave on May 7. 03 May 06:56 AM
WorldUS conservatives push for hard-right papal candidateWashington Post: Some conservatives hope for a traditionalist successor to Pope Francis.30 Apr 02:58 AM
New Zealand'St Peter's was packed': NZ's only cardinal reflects on attending Pope's funeralCardinal John Dew felt privileged to attend Pope Francis' funeral.27 Apr 04:08 AM
World250,000 pay respects to Pope Francis as world leaders gatherStrict security measures are in place as heads of nations arrive for Francis' funeral.25 Apr 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Reflecting on the People's Pope and his legacyOPINION: Francis was known as the People’s Pope for his social justice advocacy.25 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldPope Francis begins lying in state at St Peter's BasilicaThe Pope will lie in state at St Peter's Basilica until his funeral on Saturday.23 Apr 08:54 AM
New ZealandOne of NZ's top Catholics to help elect new Pope, shares memories of Pope FrancisNew Zealand's Cardinal will take part in the secret election of a new Pope.22 Apr 11:42 PM
World'One isn't born a saint': School nuns remember Pope Francis as a boyThere are homages to the boy who became the Pope everywhere in Flores, in Buenos Aires.22 Apr 07:05 PM
New Zealand'Who am I to judge': Pope Francis' impactful legacy of inclusivityHe was the first Latin American pope and served for 12 years.22 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldVatican releases first photos of Pope Francis in open coffin, reveals date of funeralIt comes as cardinals meet to set the date for the Catholic leader's funeral.22 Apr 08:55 AM
New ZealandPope Francis remembered at St Patrick's cathedral massA special mass at St Patrick's cathedral was held to remember the passing of Pope Francis. Attendees gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his contributions to the church.Watch22 Apr 03:36 AM
WorldAfter the Pope’s death, Catholics mourn lost voice for the dispossessedPope Francis dies, ending a papacy defined by advocacy for the marginalised.22 Apr 03:31 AM
