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Window washing infringements total more than $80,000 since the law came into force.
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Debt not income: Landmark court ruling for beneficiaries
Justice Paul Davison's decision may see a review of prosecutions against beneficiaries.
Families Package: Extra time and money well spent
New Families Package means $4000 a year and more time with new baby.
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The Government's much-vaunted package expected to lift 64,000 children out of poverty.
Rape a 'betrayal' at Catholic school
Classmate was told by his mum to write "private property keep out" on his underwear.
From gold medallist to homeless: Auckland woman fearing for life
She was a high-flying sportswoman. Now, she is jobless, homeless and fearful.
Addicted to social media? Here's why
The disturbing link between gambling and social media revealed.
Hope for families divided by war
Many ageing Koreans long for the chance to see their relatives before they die.
National's Judith Collins said she did not mean to offend when she liked offensive tweet.
National MP Judith Collins has apologised after liking an offensive tweet.
Kiwis donate legal fees to fight Sir Bob
Givealittle page launched for film-maker Renae Maihi's legal fees in defamation battle.
Immigrant says racist NZ claims don't reflect society as a whole
"The majority of people have made me feel welcome and accepted me into this country."
Mum invested $100K in dream home, then her son kicked her out
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Lizzie Marvelly: End the 'prisoner pipeline' for our kids
COMMENT: Justice issues start in childhood - we've got to do better for our kids.
Racist NZ: Auckland woman told to 'go back to China'
Woman who suggested people shouldn't feed birds at a popular park racially abused.
Sir Bob Jones requests removal of tweet calling him 'racist'
More legal action may be taken by Sir Bob Jones - this time after a tweet.
Watch: Shorty St tackles domestic abuse in harrowing scene
Dr Warner "will leave viewers shocked with his sudden violent outburst".
Paul Little: Not so great expectations
COMMENT: If the council treated people fairly, how would poor people know their place?
How children in state care are being failed
Herald on Sunday investigation reveals how often kids are moved between caregivers.
Roughan: Take a long look in the mirror
COMMENT: Blame health and environmental zealots for the over-reaction of meth smoke.
Zach Castles: Is Labour planning a universal basic income?
COMMENT: The Government's review of social welfare could mean a universal basic income.
'I want justice': Motel meeting that took a brutal twist
They agreed to a motel room rendezvous but what she told him next sent him into a rage.
Bill Maher says Roseanne has multiple personality disorder
Bill Maher speaks out for his "friend" stating one of her personalities "is quite racist".
Concerns raised over protection from hate speech
Human rights and civil liberties advocates agree our laws need the right balance.
Hate v free speech: Whose rights come first?
The debate over what constitutes hate speech has been fervent in recent months.
Now there's a dating website for misogynists
A new website has launched to help toxic men, known as "incels", find love.
Dara McNaught: Carers for disabled deserve a better deal
COMMENT: Those who looking after the disabled at home deserve a better deal.
Power bill complaints rise from baffled Kiwis
High bills or unexpected back bills were most commonly complained about.
Working poor: '4 out of 10 families in poverty have jobs'
Rising rental prices are forcing more working families into poverty, support groups say.
Where's the money for Māori, Jacinda?
Prime Minister Ardern has a lot to live up to in regard to this negative Māori budget.
Gifts of cash 'godsend' for motor neurone couple
Struggling couple receive overwhelming response from public after sharing their story.
The most fascinating findings about NZ children
Study of Growing up in New Zealand turns 10 years old
Poverty link to kids' mental health
Children's Commissioner Andrew Becroft says some Kiwi kids are in a worse position.
Housing NZers biggest concern: survey
More than 40 per cent of Kiwis are concerned about housing, a new survey has found.
Society's sex view has a lot to answer for
COMMENT: Warped understanding has allowed misogynistic 'incel' groups to flourish.