New Zealand'Hardest worked woman': The extraordinary life of Nurse MaudeNurse Maude was New Zealand's first district nurse, visiting 1100 patients in her first year.10 Jul 05:00 AM
PremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: When the centre cannot hold - the stark future for Labour OPINION: Voters are fed up and populism is sweeping the world, but Labour can benefit. 08 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Living in sheds, cars': Northland families struggle for basic needsBeds are the biggest seller due to a shortage of quality beds in the region.05 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Grassroots organisations key to stopping the cycle of abuse21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rotorua's homeless dilemma highlights deeper social issuesOPINION: A business owner nearby lost revenue as customers avoided the encampment.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'My heart goes out': Cafe feeds homeless with pay it forward mealsEach week on Koha Monday the cafe offers free meals, funded by a 'pay it forward' system.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow Rotorua is rallying to meet a million-can goal for foodbanksOne service organisation is confident Rotorua can help meet the 'big target'. 12 Jun 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsGreens argue rich list proves case for tax. Act disagreesThe Greens say the growing wealth is evidence for taxing the rich more.09 Jun 11:50 PM
New ZealandFunding to help Fordlands thriveUp to 145 youths join free sports activities every Monday at Bellingham Crescent.06 Jun 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Nicola Willis' choice of Budget day attire is a sideshow to policy debateOPINION: The Finance Minister's dress has become a distraction from her policies.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMarama Davidson: Budget needs to fund communities, not corporate greedOPINION: The Green Budget proposes making healthcare and early education free.20 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandUnemployment expected to hit 5.3%, highest in nearly a decadeNew unemployment rate figures are due out today.06 May 08:06 PM
New Zealand'Alarming rate': Rising food prices drive increased need for aidSalvation Army Whangārei now helps 80 households weekly with food parcels.04 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'People are working their hearts out': The struggle of Northland's workersOf Northland's workforce, 66% earn $50,000 or less annually.27 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsSenior MP Willie Jackson says Labour Govt should've taken GST off meatLabour proposed removing GST from fruit and vegetables ahead of the 2023 election.13 Apr 04:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why $12b for defence but not for fighting child poverty?OPINION: The Government's $12b plan for defence over four years shows the money is there.10 Apr 05:00 PM
KahuAbuse survivor: Why 'By Māori For Māori' isn't always the answerEugene Ryder on why the right person for the job doesn't always share your whakapapa. 08 Apr 10:08 PM
New Zealand‘Food is being snatched from their mouths’: Bob Geldof as angry as everThe musician performs in Auckland and Wellington this weekend.27 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandNew low: Kiwis score Govt 4/10 in performance survey Labour is closing in on National on inflation, the economy and crime.20 Mar 10:13 PM
OpinionOpinion: World Children’s Day – NZ must spend more on foreign aid for young peopleOPINION: 2024 was a horrific year for many of the world’s children.02 Mar 04:00 PM
Politics‘I couldn’t afford the pain relief’: New report shines light on true cost of dental careNancy pulled her rotten tooth at home due to high dental costs.24 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsArdern’s three-year child poverty reduction targets not metThe Government says it's an ongoing challenge. 19 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandA home of their own: Inside the Auckland City MissionTenants at Auckland City Mission’s home for the homeless tell their stories.14 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Unacceptable levels’: Rising rent drives poverty and homelessnessOtangarei residents spend 56% of weekly income on rent, highlighting stress.12 Feb 05:07 PM
New ZealandOperation FTP: Crackdown on trolley thefts sparks counter operationOperation Feed The People launched in opposition to police trolley crackdown.12 Feb 04:04 PM
BusinessKāinga Ora is getting tougher on rent debt collectionTenants can't exceed 12 weeks' rent debt under the new policy.11 Feb 02:33 AM
New ZealandWorld Vision leader on how to change Kiwis’ ‘primitive’ understanding of poverty'When we treat the poor like they’re victims, we diminish their dignity.'03 Feb 08:44 PM
