New ZealandSchoolgirls' heads kicked on bus in unprovoked attack in AucklandTwo teens boarded a bus stopped at traffic lights and assaulted two schoolgirls.21 Sep 04:59 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: The problem of ‘ghost homes’ - a useful housing tax is being overlookedOPINION: We need to start seriously considering a tax on empty houses.20 Sep 05:00 PM
Crime‘Dildo precedent?’ Protester who poured juice on Posie Parker tries to get assault charge tossedThe juice was spilled during a tense protest at Auckland’s Albert Park.20 Sep 01:02 AM
New ZealandAotearoa Social Workers' Day: Chef swaps the kitchen for life as a social worker“It’s more of a vocation than a job. It’s where I’m supposed to be."19 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Only a matter of time’: Boy racers back in the spotlight after fatal crashBoy racers have been causing problems in Canterbury for decades.19 Sep 07:54 AM
New ZealandWhat do young Kiwis worry about? Increasingly, economic turmoil and climate changeHaving experienced extreme weather, young people are now more fearful of climate change.19 Sep 04:55 AM
PoliticsKids quiz politicians on their state care plansPoliticians have been put in the hot seat by young people who were formerly in state care.19 Sep 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: National’s tax plan, Act’s construction policy, boot camps and what visitors seeOPINION: Letters on protesters, Labour's policies and transport solutions.18 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleI went from being a non-smoker to a vape addictWithin months, I wouldn’t leave the house without one.18 Sep 01:46 AM
EntertainmentRolling Stone board member removed amid controversial commentsHe was fired after comments suggesting black and female musicians are 'less articulate'.17 Sep 09:00 AM
New Zealand'Do not approach': Police issue warrant, search for accused murderer after bail breachPolice said they were actively investigating the 28-year-old’s whereabouts.17 Sep 05:22 AM
New ZealandPolice preparing for second Posie Parker protestPolice speaking with Parker's representatives on safety plans after chaos of first rally.15 Sep 04:41 AM
New Zealand'Citizen's arrest': Businessman tackles thief at Countdown - cops say 'let him go'NBR publisher Todd Scott tackled a man allegedly abusing staff at an Auckland supermarket.14 Sep 05:30 AM
New ZealandRestore Passenger Rail protesters spray Wellington car dealership with paintPolice have arrested three people and charges are being considered.14 Sep 02:05 AM
New ZealandHomelessness can be ‘grappled’ with housing and support services, PM saysDunedin’s homelessness crisis is estimated to involve upwards of 1500 people.13 Sep 10:34 PM
TalanoaBirds and the bees: 'Mum, I have something to tell you'This week's episode deals with the birds and the bees talk when you are Pasifika.13 Sep 09:30 AM
New ZealandWellington’s Ata Tuhakaraina third candidate to contest Ikaroa-Rāwhiti seatAta is a champion of the Man Up program and wants to help other Māori men.13 Sep 12:03 AM
New ZealandNational's housing promises: 'Disaster' for Rotorua or fix for Labour's 'debacle'?Rotorua MP says National aims to rid the city of emergency housing motels in two years.11 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandFourth vape shop in Auckland mall labelled 'a disgrace'Community advocates are furious, saying politicians should be doing more.08 Sep 10:51 PM
TalanoaBeatty Ave Fitness: Sacrificing a little sleep for better health"If you can persevere...you can get through anything."07 Sep 09:05 PM
New ZealandThe 'big problem' of family violence: Student creates initiative to raise awareness"I feel like lots of people don’t really know the true extent of it."07 Sep 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters to the editor: Readers react to recent bashings of teen girls in RotoruaOPINION: Rotorua readers have their say.05 Sep 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRob RattenburyRob Rattenbury: It’s a matter of faithOPINION: Many in New Zealand society have moved on from active religious worship.03 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJessie GurunathanJessie Gurunathan: Girl Dinner is the antithesis of social media perfection, and I’m on boardOpinion: Can’t be bothered? Grab what's on hand, and throw it together.02 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGym instructor dies after accident while on LSD: Parents' plea to othersWhen couple's son died, some acquaintances never said a word. Why do we hide from grief?02 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandDisplaced Black Power family rehomed in Mongrel Mob territory post-cycloneHer Black Power family was put right in the middle of Mongrel Mob territory.30 Aug 11:49 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Three big problems and four quick wins for next governmentOPINION: Roger Partridge says solving crises in education, health, housing will take time.30 Aug 07:03 PM
New ZealandSchools 'refuse to accept re-enrolment' amid truancy epidemicAttendance services are struggling to get serious truants back to class.28 Aug 03:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSenior doctor’s plea as staff struggles put safe emergency service at riskSenior doctor's plea to Health NZ bosses illustrates the extreme strain on EDs nationally.27 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuTurning unwanted supermarket food into 35,000 meals a weekFair Food,provides 35,000 meals for Auckland families in need every week.27 Aug 03:54 AM
TalanoaSamoan-Kiwi actor on debut film and playing a gay manActor Nick Afoa hopes his new role will help start conversations and bring healing.26 Aug 05:05 AM
Talanoa'I felt like I wasn’t getting the same opportunities, growing up poor'Fashion stylist Sammy Salsa got his first job at 14yo to help his struggling family.24 Aug 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandIt's serious money: Questions raised over taxpayer money funding free vouchers for private clinicsAn ED consultant asks why White Cross vouchers are being funded instead of more staff.24 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelLGBTQIA+ Kiwis feel less safe travelling, new study suggestsHowever, one company hopes to offer a safe space for rainbow travellers.24 Aug 05:00 PM