New Zealand18,000 more children in poverty since lockdown - reportMāori and Pasifika have borne the brunt of Government inaction, experts say.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandCalls to 'feed the 5 million first' before exporting NZ foodAlmost 40 per cent of adults and 19 per cent of children in NZ don't have enough food.20 Jul 07:52 PM
New ZealandPoverty and deprivation fuelling premature deaths in South Auckland - expertsSocio-economic hardship leading to premature deaths in South Auckland.08 Jul 04:03 AM
WorldNation where high numbers of children dying from virusThere are fears for children who are dying from Covid-19 at alarming rates in Brazil.01 Jul 09:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandManslaughter trial offers glimpse into fragility of NZ's 'underclass'The tragic case of Lanitola Epenisa's death, and why his widow was blamed.01 Jul 08:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Bassinets for the rich:' $35m baby bonus windfall for wealthyCalls for targeting of Best Start after $35m paid out to families on six-figure incomes.30 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWorking for Families: Lobby group says $2.8b scheme should be cut back in favour of tax cutsThe rising cost of accommodation, food and power continues to outstrip household income.22 Jun 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionMission almost accomplished: New HQ country's tallest wooden buildingEighty new apartments, medical and detox facilities, dentists - radical mission change.21 Jun 05:22 AM
New ZealandKiwi smokers reusing tobacco as prices soar and cigarette poverty spreads"Smokers who relight cigarettes may be at higher risk of lung cancer."18 Jun 03:12 AM
EducationRotorua school overwhelmed by KidsCan support this winterKidsCan supports students in 829 schools with breakfast, snacks, hot meals and clothing.17 Jun 10:00 PM
EducationPrincipal - what barefoot kids really need is a home of their ownA further 60,000 jackets to be handed out to Kiwi kids.14 Jun 05:00 PM
Personal FinanceMoney Talks: Chlöe Swarbrick reveals why she's never had a credit cardNew podcast: Green MP on gangster rap, living on 2-minute noodles and left-wing economics.04 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuMelbourne-base Māori charity helping hundreds in needMelbourne Tautoko Whānau is a charity helping to give a hand up to whānau during lockdown.03 Jun 07:14 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: A Budget for the faithful, but who will pay?This week's budget was Labour's and Labour's alone22 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Keeping an open mind': PM on border re-openingArdern talks borders, the Covid fund and the benefits boost in a post-Budget interview.21 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandArdern hits back at claims Budget not for jobs, middle New Zealand"People from all walks of life often raise with me the issue of poverty," Ardern says.20 May 11:29 PM
KahuBudget offers little for middle class, but PM is unrepentantThe Budget ticked off a number of Labour promises, but had little for workers.20 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: A very Labour Budget in a very unusual timeGrant Robertson's Budget won't please all, but the outlook is better than most expected.20 May 05:00 PM
VideoAuckland Action Against Poverty invites PM Ardern to discuss benefit paymentsThe Auckland Action Against Poverty group invites PM Jacinda Ardern to meet with them and discuss a lift in benefit levels. Video / SuppliedWatch20 May 05:28 AM
KahuLive blog: Budget updates and the best memes and tweetsThe Government has just announced its new Budget — but what does it actually mean for you?20 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandSolo mothers on the benefit talk of week-to-week struggleSingle parents hope this week's Budget will increase income support.16 May 10:34 PM
OpinionBryce EdwardsPolitical Roundup: Will the Government take the poverty crisis seriously?Political Roundup: Will the Government take the poverty crisis seriously?16 May 05:09 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: Why Robertson won't match big-spending AussiesFinance Minister needs to be prepared for backlash as he sticks to middle path on Budget.15 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: 'Surely we can feed the most vulnerable of our family'Children who need the lunches most would never ask, because it's just another indignity.15 May 05:00 PM
EducationSome parents still have reservations about free school lunchesA majority of South Auckland schools have been getting free lunches for one term now.08 May 11:59 PM
New ZealandIndia Covid-19 appeal: 'We are in a race against time to prevent even more people dying'Franklin Jones, who runs World Vision's response, says the crisis is devastating.03 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe 'motel generation': Nearly 4000 kids are living in motels'There are babies now being born in motels. It breaks my heart.'23 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Motel generation' feared as emergency housing need continuesWhānau struggling with rents are being bumped across emergency accommodation providers.13 Apr 07:31 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: 'Everybody Eats' feeds bellies not binsBehind the scenes of a slap-up meal with a difference. Made with funding from NZ On Air.10 Apr 10:13 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLiam DannLiam Dann: America is going to war on tax havens and it's going to change the worldCovid-19 and Joe Biden are driving the biggest change in global economics in 40 years.10 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHouse prices surging in Gisborne with many still living on streetGisborne is struggling to find enough homes for its isolated population.10 Apr 04:43 AM
OpinionBernie Smith: New Zealanders live in two different worldsLevels of income support aren't enough and they're becoming even more insufficient.09 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe parallel pandemic: Heavy toll of Covid on our kids' mental healthCovid's impact on mental health, especially in youth, will outlive virus, experts say.03 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFrances Benge: Fighting hard for sick kids in turbulent timesOpinion: High living standards while our kids have poor health and wellbeing? Not okay.14 Mar 04:00 PM
