Coroners have to consider the culture of grieving families when deciding access.

Kelly Lyndon on the heart-breaking journey of loving a P addict and the novel it inspired.

Wear rags to dress like refugees, kids told.

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Scientists reveal new insights into a culture regarded as Polynesians' ancient ancestors.

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COMMENT: Winston Peters planned to put the national anthem to a referendum.

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Iranian agricultural delegation refused to shake the hand of Labour MP Jo Luxton.

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Helen van Berkel retraces the steps of our first people.

Students say some teachers tell them to give up without checking on their actual progress.

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The value of a vibrant creative ecosystem goes far beyond the economic sphere.

Francis Tipene, who stars in new TV1 series about funeral directors, talks about his job.

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"Because I was white, I thought I might have to overcompensate."

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Former Tongan rugby captain Isi Fatani captured the poignant images in Tonga.

The discovery of three dead bodies at the secret compound is just the tip of the iceberg.

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Thirteen Pacific and Maori ministers have been sworn into Government today

Trade Me apologises for 'black face' auction.

Kiwi in London creates traditional Maori cloak with help of mother via Skype and Facebook.

Māori elders worry as fewer youth rise up the ranks to fill crucial gaps.

An incident that changed NZ race relations forever is remembered in new documentary play.

COMMENT: Let's stop cycle of whanau leaving us when so young.