WorldGame 'reloots' African artefacts from Western museumsPlayers 'reclaim' items taken from African countries to be displayed in the West.27 Jun 07:58 AM
New ZealandAuckland school named after Captain Cook scrubs mention of explorer for Māori nameA former pupil, ex-Act politician Stephen Berry, says school 'should focus on education'. 27 Jun 06:00 AM
WorldArchaeologists uncover hidden history at site of historic black schoolThe school educated enslaved and freed black children in the 1760s.22 Jun 07:53 PM
WorldMissing HMS Endeavour’s disputed resting place confirmedThe ship was sold and renamed as the Lord Sandwich before sinking in 1778.21 Jun 06:52 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Two small boys left fatherless and their mother cast as a scarlet woman'The scandalous true-crime murder case that shocked New Zealand.20 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldArchaeologists uncover massive Roman plaster find in LondonThe plaster, from a high-status building, was discovered in Southwark in 2021.19 Jun 07:40 PM
New ZealandPeter Jackson seeks consent to create museum in Shelly BayBillionaire filmmaker plans to 'enhance the amenity' of the long-contested seaside land.19 Jun 05:21 AM
New ZealandHeritage NZ ‘deeply disappointed’ by stripped protection for Gordon Wilson FlatsThe decision to delist the building has reignited the city's heritage debate.17 Jun 03:48 AM
New Zealand‘Sink it, for all I care’: Mother calls for crane's removal after son’s fatal fallTwo people have died after jumping off the historic Hikitia crane in Wellington.14 Jun 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Beyond ridiculous': Neighbours almost sell 87-year-old's $800k home over $51k debtJohn Boardman faced losing his home for a body corporate debt he claims was a 'scam'14 Jun 05:21 AM
New ZealandClaim councillor told another to '**** off' after 'true history' clashThe councillor says he did not say the words – but his meaning was correctly inferred.13 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow one woman’s dedication gave dads their special dayFather’s Day became a US national holiday in 1972, six years before Dodd died.12 Jun 11:28 PM
World'Prince of dragons': Ancient T-rex ancestor discoveredScientists have filled a gap in knowledge between older tyrannosaurs and T-Rex.11 Jun 08:22 PM
TravelBetter than Barcelona: Best spots to visit for an authentic taste of Spain The real gems of Catalonia can be found beyond its crowded capital. 11 Jun 07:00 AM
EntertainmentFormer Friends star now an energy healer, 30 years after iconic roleJane Sibbett played Carol, Ross’ first wife, in the hit sitcom.05 Jun 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to stop being so hard on yourselfNew York Times: Cultivating self-compassion can actually help you cope better.05 Jun 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe silhouette in the window: Fatal house fire mystery solved 50 years onFirefighters have pondered the fate of Fay Milne for five decades. Then an email landed.31 May 08:18 PM
TravelSee Ancient Rome for the price of an espresso Want to experience the magic of Ancient Rome without the queues or pricey tickets?31 May 08:00 PM
WorldArchaeologists unearth remnants of ancient Mayan city in GuatemalaA unique canal system and murals from the Preclassic period were discovered.29 May 11:01 PM
WorldPilot's remains to be buried 81 years after WWII crash recoveryKelly was 21 when his plane was shot down in 1944 near New Guinea.25 May 09:09 PM
New ZealandHomeowner upset after developer fells 50yo boundary hedgeOwner says hedge was pride of her backyard. Developer says it had to come down for safety.21 May 05:00 PM
TravelHow to see Scotland in a dayIf you only have one day to explore Scotland, here’s how to see the most. 20 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Insanity': Auckland villa owners told double-glazed windows violate heritage rulesOwners installed double-glazed windows without council consent. Now they have to go.16 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: Te Pāti Māori should leave Parliament voluntarilyOPINION: If Parliament isn’t legitimate, why do Ngarewa-Packer and Waititi show up?15 May 05:00 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
All BlacksOldest living All Black Bill McCaw diesBill McCaw played five tests and 27 games for the All Blacks.06 May 11:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'We have to comply': Landlord gives dozens of pensioners 90-day notice to vacate village'We couldn't tell them what was happening, because we didn't know ourselves.'05 May 12:58 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIt was thought there was no surviving footage of a movie about Hastings – then I got a callThe formula was simple: find the prettiest girl in town and the handsomest male.02 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passageBuilt to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain. 30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandOxford honours pioneering Māori scholar with posthumous degreeHer family and iwi say they are grateful for the tribute to her memory.30 Apr 06:00 AM
SportNetball archive uncovers rich historyHow a storage locker is reshaping New Zealand's netball history.29 Apr 10:00 PM
New Zealand'A new heart': Doco charts city from fraught history to $306m civic developmentTauranga City Council paid almost $200,000 to produce the three-part series.29 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandOn the Up: Dozens come together to preserve a region's history, one click at a time'Sometimes we just need to stop a little bit and learn from the past.'28 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We could see the bone in our hand': Navy vet's vivid memories of hydrogen bombsHockley witnessed four hydrogen bomb tests at Christmas Island in 1957.24 Apr 05:00 PM
