WorldPolitician under fire for Hitler praiseThe leader of a right-wing UK party was facing a storm of protest last night after one of his members of parliament was revealed to have coached candidates to emulate Hitler.10 Aug 04:55 AM
New Zealand100-gun salute marks start of WWIOne hundred gun shots echoed over Wellington today, marking the 100th anniversary of the start of WWI.03 Aug 11:03 PM
New ZealandSpecial recognition for WWI burial siteThe neglected burial site of Sapper Robert Hislop, mourned a century ago as NZ's first casualty of World War I, is expected to become an official war grave.03 Aug 05:00 PM
OlympicsA moment in time: Gold medal put on iceSome put their Olympic gold medals under lock and key, Muhammad Ali claimed to have thrown his into the Ohio River after being denied service at a Louisville restaurant and others put it in their sock drawer.02 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ pauses to recall sacrificeOne hundred years ago on Tuesday, a tense crowd of 12,000 gathered at Parliament to hear confirmation of what they already knew - the young nation of New Zealand was going to war.01 Aug 10:05 PM
New ZealandFallen deserve military gravesThe family of a young soldier who was given a military farewell as New Zealand's first casualty of World War I wants his neglected burial site honoured as an official war grave.01 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNo joke, Hamilton's 150It's been labelled a bogan town, a cow town, even the "chlamydia capital of NZ". But from today the city will celebrate 150 years of history31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo sides to Anzac storyNew Zealand and Australia have very different takes on the Anzac legend, a prominent historian says.31 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRyall checks out after 24 yearsHealth Minister Tony Ryall has signed off on his 15-year political career by reminiscing on his role in asset sales, helping former Prime Minister Jenny Shipley roll Jim Bolger and the achievements he was proudest of as Health Minister.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCrewe murders: 'They haven't moved on'Major shortcomings are revealed in a review into the Crewe murders investigation, but Arthur Allan Thomas' family have dismissed it for failing to get the truth.30 Jul 04:20 AM
New Zealand100 Kiwi Stories: The first heroes1.One hundred years ago, a day after Britain declared war on Germany on August 4, its loyal dominion New Zealand announced it too was involved in the conflict.27 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldTyrannosaurs ran in gangsScientists in western Canada have discovered the fossilised footprints of three tyrannosaurs that suggest these fearsome predators may have hunted in packs.25 Jul 03:11 AM
KahuTuhoe takes lead in homeland's futureThe remote, misty, immense Te Urewera country is a treasured place that no one should own - to own it would be to enslave it, says Ngai Tuhoe.24 Jul 05:00 PM
OpinionPita Sharples: A te reo strategy for, by and of the peopleToday, Pita Sharples will carry out the first reading of the new Maori Language Bill 2014 in Parliament.21 Jul 05:55 AM
OpinionMuldoon's best TV momentsLove him or hate him, Muldoon was definitely a memorable NZ politician - and this Monday is the 30th anniversary of the '84 snap election.10 Jul 09:30 PM
WorldWingspan of the largest bird in history revealedThe largest flying bird in history had a 24 feet wingspan - more than twice that of the biggest living albatross - and dined on fish probably caught in mid-flight over the open ocean, a study has found.07 Jul 10:15 PM
OpinionNZ On Air turns 25In the quarter of a century since it began, NZOA has funded a wide range of television programmes and music videos - we take a look at some of the best.03 Jul 09:45 PM
WorldWill the Earhart mystery be solved?New forensic imaging techniques are being used to solve the mystery of the final resting place of Amelia Earhart, whose plane vanished over the Pacific in 1937.03 Jul 03:58 AM
KahuMayor's unchained maladyDunedin Mayor Dave Cull has ''no regrets'' about stepping in to buy a set of leg irons, despite evidence they were used to hold camels, not Maori prisoners as had been believed.29 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldThe shortest route to GodIf you're in a hurry to meet your maker, a religious pilgrimage may be the most direct route.28 Jun 03:36 AM
New ZealandOld Kiwi battlers back World War II gameA video game that recreates the Battle of El Alamein has been backed by old Kiwi soldiers who want children to learn more about World War II.28 Jun 12:59 AM
TennisRare photos reveal Kiwi 'Federer'With the high ball toss, bent front knee and explosive extension, the technique matches modern-day greats Pete Sampras and Roger Federer.24 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandA chip off a very big blockWhen Sir Edmund Hillary said of Mt Everest "we knocked the bastard off", it turns out he meant it literally.23 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWorld War I, live on tellyA current affairs show reporting on World War I? Brilliant.21 Jun 08:00 PM
KahuChief cleared of 1865 murder at lastThe key figure in one of the most notorious murders in New Zealand colonial history has been pardoned.20 Jun 05:00 PM
SportGreat sporting exitsRetirement is a difficult enough call for many professional sports stars, and when you are a legend - having been feted for many years - it can be trickier than most.20 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldStag party finds 3m-year-old 'elephant'It's The Hangover-meets-Jurassic Park. While most stag parties involve paintballing, the pub or a strip club, one group of friends spent did some impromptu palaeontology.17 Jun 03:07 AM
