WorldThe grim toll of aid runs in Gaza: What you need to knowMost of Gaza's population has been displaced at least once during the war.21 Jul 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleNot enough babies: Cost and careers affect NZ's birth rate The global fertility rate to maintain the human population is now 2.7 children per woman. 18 Jul 07:00 PM
WorldGaza church made famous by Pope Francis now damagedIsrael PM Benjamin Netanyahu expressed regret for the strike which killed three people.18 Jul 05:02 AM
WorldNetanyahu expresses regret after three killed at Catholic church in GazaTen other people were wounded in Israeli tank fire including the parish priest.17 Jul 09:33 PM
New Zealand'All I could do was watch and pray': Avondale church fire treated as suspicious The attached primary school is closed as investigators determine the cause.13 Jul 10:47 PM
World‘Hug therapy’: How Pope Leo is trying to unify VaticanPope Leo XIV has focused on unity and tradition after Francis’ reformist tenure.04 Jul 07:14 AM
PremiumPremiumCrimeStream of accusations continue for ex-Marist Brother teacher'He must realise he’s booked a one-way ticket to hell,' says the latest man to speak out.07 Jun 09:51 PM
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
