New ZealandTwelve Questions: Vicki HydeIt's the end of the world tomorrow, according to the Mayan calendar. Vicky Hyde, spokeswoman for the NZ Skeptics Society ponders what it all means and what she'd take to the bunker.19 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldTaleban kill six in polio programmeHealth experts have condemned a "devastating" assault by the Pakistan Taleban in which five female polio vaccinators were shot dead in co-ordinated attacks across two cities.19 Dec 03:30 PM
OpinionZain Ali: Space for all in religious debateReligious faith undoubtedly has the power to inspire, although in many cases it seems to inspire irrational acts of hatred and violence.18 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandHow to survive doomsdayDoomsayers believe December 21, 2012, marks the end of an ancient Mayan calendar - and, therefore, the onset of world-ending natural or extraterrestrial catastrophes.13 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBorn on 12/12/12 at 12.12pmIn what her parents hope is a good omen, Scarlett Anne Lowe was born at 12.12pm on December 12, 2012.12 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionOlinda Woodroffe: Pacific ministers well placed to combat violenceI'd like to see church ministers being proactive in curbing violence before it happens. It is good to see church ministers taking a positive step to curb violence.11 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandReligions unite against violenceMore than 40 New Zealand religious leaders have taken a joint stand today against violence towards women or children.09 Dec 06:49 PM
New ZealandEnding the world on a highNext week, Kiwi musician Jason Kerrison will sit around a bonfire in the Far North strumming a guitar with friends - preparing for the end of time.08 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBible teachers dropped for preachingThe country's largest provider of religious instruction in schools has stood down three volunteers for teaching pupils their own beliefs.07 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandAnglicans send Kiwi to the VaticanThe head of the Anglican Church in New Zealand, Archbishop David Moxon, has been appointed to represent the worldwide Anglican movement in Rome.05 Dec 04:30 PM
RoyalsGuard in bearskin-turban swapThe first Sikh guardsman to be given permission to wear a turban instead of a bearskin while on duty outside Buckingham Palace is under pressure not to break tradition.03 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBible-class stance dismays fatherA couple who took their daughter out of a school class based on the <i>Bible</i> were dismayed to find her left alone in a classroom.03 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandInsight: The mysteries of the masonsBehind the closed doors of the Masonic Lodge.03 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandJonah Lomu in Mormon foldAll Black great Jonah Lomu has become a Mormon - but don't expect to see him don a suit and ride a bike going door-to-door spreading the gospel.01 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionAndrew Geddis: Churches' gay marriage fears needlessIf that change really is needed, then so be it, writes Andrew Geddis. "But I think the Law Society is wrong and the bill as it stands would not require anything new of any religious group."26 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: At last, Joe Hawke gains victory for the Ngati Whatua iwi15 Nov 08:30 PM
OpinionSarah Joseph: Clash of rights in confession moveChild sex abuse scandals prompt recommendation priests reveal information to police.15 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandChurch groups differ on gay marriageThe debate on same-sex marriage has stepped up with a former MP comparing the proposed law change to "apartheid".14 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandA matter of faith in AucklandWhat’s it like inside NZ largest city’s synagogues, temples, cathedrals and mosques? Dionne Christian talks to eight Aucklanders about their place of worship.12 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandMarriage equality increase respect - Anglican leaderGay marriage has strengthened Canadian society, a visiting Anglican leader says.05 Nov 05:37 AM
New ZealandArchbishop stunned by Christchurch damageFollowing a bus tour of the red zone the Archbishop of Canterbury says he is stunned by the scale of damage from the Christchurch earthquakes.04 Nov 01:15 AM
