New Zealand'Assaulting kids as a sport': What is the solution to Auckland's youth violence? Child psychologist Sara Chatwin says complex social factors drive such youth crime.03 Jan 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Looking forward into 2026': Kidman shares hopeful post with daughters after Urban splitThe actor filed for divorce from Keith Urban in September 2025 after 19 years of marriage.03 Jan 04:38 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleA teacher tells: NZ kids are not prepared for school and parents are to blameA teacher tells how kids are arriving at school unprepared and without basic life skills.02 Jan 06:00 AM
OpinionMore than just being well: Teens and Gen Z redefining what it means to be healthyOPINION: Young people now fold friendships, beauty and school success into being healthy.01 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionHow to safely clear water from your ears after swimming this summerOPINION: Simple tricks such as tilting your head or cupping your ear can help drain water.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal legends: The Waikato community stalwarts recognised in New Year HonoursDame Coral Shaw is honoured for years of public service and abuse inquiry work.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘I use my voice unapologetically’: Julie Hart honoured for family violence workHastings-based family violence advocate made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Tech titan, red-hot racer, DIY philanthropist and 97yo organist among 177 recognisedThere are four new knights and three new dames in the New Year 2026 Honours out today.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeart-surgery hero tackles first TRYathlon!Reporter Lily meets Jake, who shares his inspirational journey from a major heart operation, to race day victory at the Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlonWatch30 Dec 04:00 PM
SportSports honours: The stars and quiet achievers in the New Year HonoursScott Dixon, Lorraine Moller and Martin Guptill are among those recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBaby left alone in hot car prompts emergency services calloutThe child was rescued from the locked car by Fire and Emergency New Zealand staff.30 Dec 02:29 AM
WorldNo holidays off: One man’s daily commitment to walking shelter dogsSince 2018, Darren Genson has walked shelter dogs every morning before work.29 Dec 09:32 PM
New ZealandNorthcote school gets colourful for a causeReporter Cato finds out why teachers are throwing dye at kids, and how Northcote’s Colour Run is raising big money, with students choosing how to spend it!Watch29 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldMan in Suriname fatally stabs nine people, including five childrenA sixth child and an adult are in hospital with serious injuries.28 Dec 06:26 PM
Lifestyle'She was a person': Charmaine Smith opens up on baby loss and stigma around griefWhen she looks to the night sky, the girl she lost will always be in her heart.28 Dec 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJeremy SuttonThe Ex-Files: I’m angry my dad changed his will, leaving 90% to a woman he met at bridgeLawyers say signs of undue influence could see the late change thrown out.27 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The disquieting cost of a generation that scrolls more than it readsOPINION: Deep reading builds patience, memory and healthy democracy.27 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleHide the pickle and dancing for cash: The Christmas traditions Kiwis loveKiwis share their festive family traditions and the sometimes-questionable origin stories.24 Dec 06:59 AM
New Zealand'Cost my brother’s life': All Black shares drowning story in water safety plea'I know what it feels like to lose a loved one,' Tupou Vaa'i says.24 Dec 04:15 AM
WorldFive killed after plane for burn victims crashes in TexasRescuers say at least five of the eight people on board died in the crash.23 Dec 08:20 PM
New ZealandWhangārei mum evicted from transitional housing weeks before ChristmasThe woman alleges another housing provider shunned her after comments by Sallies.23 Dec 08:06 PM
New ZealandNurse’s autistic son could face deportation after Immigration NZ rejects visaA Section 61 bid is now the family’s last hope to restore Aidhan’s lawful stay.23 Dec 07:36 PM
New ZealandSkydiving was ‘relaxing’ compared with this: Ex-SAS soldier, fiancee on life with newborn twinsCouple conquered years-long recovery after a near-fatal skydiving crash. Now, twins.23 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandTeen who killed 2yo stepdaughter wins bid to appeal against sentence in the Supreme CourtJessica Mulford killed Harlee-Rose Niven in 2021. Now, she wants her sentence reduced.22 Dec 04:00 AM
WorldAt home known for holiday lights, a dad decorates for possibly the last timeHe is still planning a 300-hour lights display, now built with family and friends.21 Dec 07:55 PM
New ZealandBaby facing stronger chemo after rare tumour grew following first roundDoctors removed most of the tumour from Declan’s brain at Starship Hospital this week.21 Dec 02:23 AM
ChristchurchFamily plan bucket list adventures after daughter’s cancer relapseAfter 799 days of treatment, she was briefly cleared of cancer in November 2024.20 Dec 10:00 PM
Entertainment'I'm so proud of you': Culkin on breaking the parenting cycle he grew up withHe recalls freezing on stage left his son in tears, so he praised his bravery.20 Dec 04:39 AM
New ZealandMother with Stage 4 cancer fights for unfunded drug to buy more time with sonThe single mum says the funding policy is 'playing Russian roulette with people's lives'.19 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandCould Gloriavale’s school closure be the first step in shutting down the commune for good?Advocates say losing the school is key to breaking Gloriavale’s control of children.18 Dec 07:32 PM
New Zealand'Tip of the iceberg': Principals warn school violence data underestimates crisisChildren aged 9 or under are linked to 2700 discipline cases for school assaults.18 Dec 04:00 PM
World10yo Bondi attack victim mourned as Albanese skips funeral amid angerFamilies accused the Australian PM of failing to keep Jewish communities safe.18 Dec 04:51 AM
ChristchurchThis 4-year-old wanted one thing for his birthday: a Toyota Camry-themed bashFour-year-old Kyi begged for a Toyota Camry theme instead of superheroes.18 Dec 01:00 AM
WorldRabbi Eli and Matilda, 10, filmed together moments before Bondi attackFootage shows Matilda laughing beside Rabbi Eli Schlanger moments before gunfire.17 Dec 11:54 PM
