CrimeChildren claim they were 'denied food, beaten and abandoned' by Oranga Tamariki caregiversA trio is now on trial, on multiple charges, after two children alleged years of abuse.20 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandInvercargill councillors reject claims they failed former Mayor Tim ShadboltFormer Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark disputes claims made by Shadbolt's partner.19 Jan 11:37 PM
Entertainment'Endless attacks from my parents': Brooklyn Beckham says 'controlling' Victoria and David tried to ruin marriageThe 26-year-old has finally broken his silence on the feud in a bombshell statement.19 Jan 09:43 PM
New Zealand10-year-old in Porirua celebrates NCEA and Cambridge success The Porirua Year 6 student sat NCEA exams usually taken by teenagers.19 Jan 07:25 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe kids have all moved out and it’s just us. What now?New York Times: The transition to an empty nest can be a perilous time for couples.19 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandBack to school: How parents are cutting uniform costsParents are turning to second-hand shops and Facebook groups to cut uniform costs.18 Jan 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleAfter my separation, I only date men under 40. I’m having the best sex of my lifeTelegraph: After her split, a reader resigned herself to celibacy. That didn't last long.18 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandBalancing children’s voices: Inside the hard calls of the Family CourtJudge: 'I have to plant you somewhere where you will be safe, where you will be loved.'18 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandBack-to-school squeeze: From 'donations' to devices, parents count the costBack-to-school help is available for low-income families through Work and Income.17 Jan 08:00 PM
Entertainment'I'm so proud of her': Ashton Kutcher on Demi Moore's The Substance roleThe former couple were married from 2005 until their divorce in November 2013.17 Jan 01:57 AM
LifestyleInside Chris Hipkins and Toni Grace’s engagement and family lifeThe former PM and his new bride-to-be share their romantic engagement and wedding plans.17 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleStay-at-home sons are here – and they’re not going anywhereWashington Post: Why some young men are finding happiness in their parents’ homes.16 Jan 10:39 PM
New Zealand‘He fought every day’: 33yo father dies after aggressive melanoma spreads to brain'He understands Dad’s gone, but can’t quite grasp that he won’t be back.'16 Jan 05:00 PM
LifestyleWhat’s on this summer in Auckland: Festivals, concerts and free family funFrom free Waitangi whānau days to open-air opera, this season is packed with choice.16 Jan 04:36 PM
New ZealandLauren Dickason’s ex-husband remarries as he rebuilds life in South AfricaGraham Dickason quietly remarried in South Africa several months ago.16 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandTears, protest, and pointed shots: Sir Tim farewelled in proper Shadbolt fashionMourners give Sir Tim a standing ovation as a video let him have the last word.16 Jan 05:59 AM
New ZealandYouth accepts dangerous driving causing death of Kaikohe 11yo Staci WalkleyThe 18-year-old has accepted dangerous driving causing death and injury.16 Jan 04:00 AM
LifestylePrincess of Wales: I play rugby with Charlotte – but I don't want to be tackled by GeorgeThe princess said she plays rugby at home with Princess Charlotte.15 Jan 10:33 PM
EntertainmentFreddie Mercury’s ‘secret daughter’ dies aged 48Her story emerged from 17 diaries Freddie Mercury gave her weeks before he died.15 Jan 09:55 PM
New Zealand'Happy-go-lucky' dad was turning his life around before beach tragedyHe and his cousin were pulled unresponsive from the water at Ripirō Beach on January 3.15 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandDNA test uncovers WWII secret: Grandmother set to meet her real dadA family DNA test at Christmas 2023 shattered eight decades of assumptions.15 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldKiller who said he was too injured to stand trial caught playing rugbySteven Naylor hit 193km/h before smashing into 23-year-old rider Owen Baugh.14 Jan 10:23 PM
LifestyleAndrew to leave Royal Lodge by mid-FebruaryThe move comes after outrage over him paying peppercorn rent for 20 years.14 Jan 10:15 PM
EntertainmentTimothy Busfield's wife breaks silence after his arrestBusfield, 68, faces two counts of criminal sexual contact and child abuse.14 Jan 08:12 PM
New ZealandYoung father's life cut short by bowel cancer – family warn about symptom-free riskBowel cancer is New Zealand's second-deadliest cancer, killing 1200 each year.14 Jan 04:00 PM
Entertainment'You can't be hungover with a 9-month-old': Jennifer Lawrence on quiet mum lifeThe 35yo actor credits organised husband Cooke Maroney with keeping the family calm.14 Jan 02:08 AM
New Zealand'Tragic family incident': One dead, three critical after Waitārere Beach shootingA 60-year-old man is dead and a woman and two young men in critical condition. 14 Jan 01:36 AM
WorldTrial begins for husband accused of killing wife in double-murder plot with au pairBrendan Banfield is accused of luring Joseph Ryan to his home in 'rape fantasy' plot.13 Jan 09:47 PM
EntertainmentRambo III and Riders star dead at 67He was once tipped for James Bond before the role went to Timothy Dalton.13 Jan 09:45 PM
EntertainmentKeeping to himself: How Tommy Lee Jones is mourning daughter VictoriaEmergency crews declared her deceased at the scene after a 911 overdose call.13 Jan 02:39 AM
New ZealandMum awarded $10,000 after son blocks her access to moneyHer son became a joint account holder while translating for his mother.12 Jan 12:19 AM
LifestyleBlack Ferns legend on surprise pregnancy, slowing down and family supportIt was a family affair when Huriana Manuel star discovered her baby surprise.11 Jan 01:00 AM
LifestylePrince Harry in push to reunite with King at Invictus GamesFormal invitations to the royal family will go out closer to the 2027 Games.11 Jan 12:41 AM
EntertainmentKhloe says son Tatum is the only boy allowed in her bed right nowKhloe Kardashian admits she snacks in bed herself but bans messy meals like steak.10 Jan 01:12 AM
