New ZealandNeighbours turn street into familyA flying-fox and a lollipop shop were among the first items suggested when the children of Taurus Cres were asked what they wanted in their local park.21 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionSusan St John: Let's have policies for all childrenChild poverty is not a party political issue; it is a moral and ethical issue, writes Susan St John. "It may have been possible some time ago to bury our heads in the sand and ignore the prevalence of child poverty in NZ."20 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandTobacco rise out of benefit increaseWelfare benefits will go up by just 0.61 per cent from April 1 because the Government has decided not to give beneficiaries any compensation for higher cigarette prices.20 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandWelfare changes come step closerSweeping changes to the welfare system came closer to passing into law.20 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandVictim's mother wants reparationThe mother of a young woman who was hit by a train when her wheelchair got stuck at an Auckland railway crossing last month says people are culpable for the tragedy and should pay reparation.19 Mar 04:51 PM
New ZealandKnocked over on hard road to independenceThe woman, now 22, overcame huge odds to get to where she could get around Auckland unaided in her electric wheelchair.19 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandMaternity leave breaches allegedPregnant women and mothers returning to work from maternity leave are facing illegal discrimination and losing their jobs.15 Mar 04:30 PM
Small BusinessFirst employer adopts living wageA Henderson tofu maker has become the first Auckland employer to sign up to the living wage campaign, promising to pay its six factory workers at least $18.40 an hour within a year.14 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandState housing revamp unveiledTwo-storey townhouses and stand-alone houses expected to sell from $400,000 to $700,000 have been unveiled in the first stage of redeveloping 156 Housing NZ sites in Glen Innes.13 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandNia Glassie's mum denied paroleThe mother of tortured Rotorua three-year-old Nia Glassie has been denied parole, with the board saying she remained an undue risk to the community.11 Mar 10:15 PM
New ZealandAnti-gay marriage leaflets distributed in AucklandOpponents of same-sex marriage are being slammed for distributing leaflets saying legalising the move will result in more incidences of AIDS and syphilis, and see the end of titles such as "husband and wife".11 Mar 06:09 PM
New ZealandBanned pokie addict became SkyCity VIPA banned poker machine addict slipped through all SkyCity's safety systems to play his way to VIP status in the casino's high-roller room - blowing $500,000 in the process.11 Mar 04:53 PM
New ZealandChurches urge MPs to protect opponents of gay marriageChurch leaders are making a last-minute appeal to MPs to protect teachers who believe marriage should only be between opposite sexes even if Louisa Wall's gay marriage bill is passed tomorrow.11 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionDavid Hill: Keep calm and ignore Ockers who knock NZ"Haven't our common concerns bound us more closely together?" asks David Hill. "Both our cricket teams have been thrashed by India."11 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandFree milk for school kidsKids at Kamo Primary School at the northern end of Whangarei are split down the middle over an offer of free milk from New Zealand's biggest company, Fonterra.08 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionPaul ThomasPaul Thomas: Now it's the sex police who are the odd onesIf we've learned anything from recent history, it's that people whose own sex lives are unedifying don't necessarily let that stop them damning others' proclivities.08 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionDebbie Hager: Celebration? It's a national day of shameA UN body's list of concerns shows how much women are being disadvantaged in NZ, writes Debbie Hager.07 Mar 08:30 PM
OpinionAllan Freeth: The sad business of child povertyLet's look at the facts, writes Alan Freeth. Today, a quarter of children live in poverty in New Zealand.05 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionSimon Chapman: Tobacco industry targeting poorSimon Chapman says Big Tobacco is losing ground on plain packs but is homing in on less fortunate countries.03 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionDouglas Pratt: Better to celebrate our differencesThere is a lot of hype surrounding the push for gay marriage in NZ, writes Douglas Pratt. Expectations of a momentous change are high.28 Feb 08:30 PM
OpinionSam Clements: Churches have no right to dictate what happens in a secular societyReligion has always sought to manipulate and dictate the manner in which individuals live their lives, writes Sam Clements. The Marriage Equality Bill threatens many in the church.28 Feb 08:30 PM
OpinionStop the shouting and let love decideThe challenge for those in this discussion is to acknowledge and respect the values of others and to be courageous and generous in love, writes Russell Hoban.28 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandPokies boss: Harm claim is over-hypedThe gambling-charity boss overseeing pokies in pubs and bars has launched a blistering attack on the problem-gambling industry.26 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandCharities to take on children's health careCharities have started providing bandages and dressings for children with skin infections in poor parts of Northland and South Auckland because government funding is not enough to meet the need.26 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Conduct body expansion good for cops and publicEditorial: After a number of incidents that shook public confidence, the rebuilding of the reputation of the police has not always proceeded with total smoothness.24 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionMichael Naylor: Underinsurance - $650 billion estimate a bit lowOn Monday the Financial Services Council released a report called "Exploring Underinsurance within New Zealand".19 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandLotto linked to gaming woesNew figures show a sharp rise in gambling problems linked to Lotto, and health officials blame big jackpots.17 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandSmall Maori group takes on lottery giantIn the heart of the Waikato, a small health provider dared to step out from the pack. Lotto, warned Hauora Waikato, has dangers.17 Feb 04:30 PM
