WorldCrucified body found in KoreaThe body of a man with his hands and feet nailed to a wooden cross and a crown of thorns on his head was found in an abandoned Korean quarry.04 May 07:55 PM
New ZealandRoad toll still too high - policeFive people died on the country's roads during the Easter holiday period, seven fewer than last year, with police conducting 70,000 breath tests. But police roading national manager Superintendent Paula Rose said...25 Apr 11:37 PM
EntertainmentStar takes barbs for Passion playAs people relaxed at Easter weekend, Michael Sheen endured incarceration in a police cell, slept rough up a mountain and was crucified, then resurrected in front of hundreds of onlookers.25 Apr 05:30 PM
LifestyleCelebrating chocolate (+recipe)If all those Easter eggs aren't enough for you, Stephanie Everitt's new cookbook pays tribute to all things chocolate.24 Apr 12:00 AM
LifestyleBun magic (+recipes)Easter's favourite fare carries many symbolic meanings, but very few of them are Christian.24 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandEaster road toll stands at threeThe Easter holiday road toll now stands at three after a 19-year-old man was killed in a crash in Otago this morning. The two occupants had to be cut from the vehicle and one man died at the scene.23 Apr 09:55 PM
New ZealandEaster Show 'overpriced'Organisers of Auckland's Royal Easter Show are promising to "get it right next year" after complaints the event is overpriced.23 Apr 05:30 PM
WorldEaster around the worldPhotos of this year's Easter celebrations from around the world 23 Apr 04:30 AM
OpinionJames Griffin: To cut a long Easter story shortI can't help but feel that in and around all the chocolate and stuff, the actual meaning of Easter has gotten lost.23 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandEaster trading bill slammed as 'complete time waster'The retail workers' union has scorned a bill to allow shops to open on Good Friday. 23 Apr 01:02 AM
TechnologyNew-time religionCan Easter be celebrated online instead of going to church? Aleks Krotoski ponders the effect the internet has had on religion.22 Apr 07:00 PM
LifestyleEaster feast (+recipes)It doesn't have to be all about chocolate - here's a spin on the traditional foods served at Easter.22 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandRetail workers 'value time off' each EasterAs the retail workers' union talks about how its members cherish their time off during holidays such as Easter, some shops are opening today in defiance of trading laws.21 Apr 10:45 PM
LifestyleWine: Easter parade of winesA road trip to try some of our rarer wines is a treat more tempting than chocolate eggs.21 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandKiwis shortchanged this Easter weekendA discrepancy in public holiday laws has left New Zealand workers with one less day off than their Australian counterparts this weekend.21 Apr 05:30 PM
RetailStores to flout Easter lawsStores across the country are set to flout Easter trading laws by opening their doors to the public this weekend.21 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandDisplaced churches to mark Easter at funeral homeThe Knox Church in Christchurch will join two other displaced congregations to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on Sunday - in a funeral home.21 Apr 02:26 AM
OpinionA time to imagine what might beEaster story reminds us of the power of sacrifice and service for others20 Apr 05:30 PM
