New ZealandFake refugees escape expulsionJust eight people have had their refugee status revoked after a long-running saga involving a global people-smuggling ring.16 Jan 04:30 PM
EconomyAuckland the growth giantThree to four people will arrive in Auckland every hour, based on the next 30 years' population projections.06 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandSurprise for overweight in death studyOverweight people have surprisingly beaten out your normal Joe Average on the mortality scale, a statistical survey of medical studies has shown.03 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionPeter Chapple: Joys of larger population overtaken by realityPeriodically, calls are made for a rapid expansion of the population of New Zealand - 15 million has been identified as a desirable target.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSteps to cut rheumatic fever rateNorthland has the highest rates of rheumatic fever in the country and last week visiting US expert Dr Stanford Shulman met health professionals to help with solutions.05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandRural exodus: Small town NZ in declineEvery hour, at least seven cars pass by Ame Khan's shop front window or, occasionally, someone comes in to order his specialty, "the Bro Burger".05 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandHot, dry summer predictedSun-lovers should head to the Bay of Plenty or Hawkes Bay for the best weather this summer, but most of the country can expect warmer, drier weather.28 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleBaby boomers outgrowing other age groupsAging baby boomers are pushing numbers of those aged 65 and over to unprecedented levels, adding to the financial pressure on the rest of the population.15 Nov 01:31 AM
KahuAction urged on South Auckland's high baby death rateNewborns and unborn babies in later pregnancy have been dying in South Auckland at a higher rate than the national average for most of the past decade.14 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandCoastal town's revoltResidents of a small coastal town are refusing to pay for a $58 million debt that has crippled their local council and left them with the bill.03 Nov 02:32 AM
New ZealandWho will be #4,444,444?New Zealand's population will reach 4,444,444 tomorrow, according to Government population numbers.31 Oct 05:23 AM
OpinionDeborah Hill ConeDeborah Hill Cone: If shopping shoe fits we'll have to wear it28 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionToby Manhire: Population growth? Open the doors and let 'em inMore people means more bums on seats - enriching and expanding the arts, sport and media, writes Toby Manhire. "Who honestly can say they feel crowded anywhere in NZ?"25 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandMeet the dragon babiesA support organisation for migrant parents in Auckland is experiencing a baby boom because of a surge in the number of dragon babies born to Chinese parents.15 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionLee Hsien Loong: Foundation laid, now for more progressLee Hsien Loong sees a bright future as New Zealand and Singapore build on their friendship.11 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandFive million Kiwis by 2031New Zealand will have more than five million people by 2031 – with almost 2 million living in Auckland, according to Statistics New Zealand projections.07 Oct 11:01 PM
