New ZealandAll Work and Income offices to get $2.5m makeoverAll of Work and Income's offices will get a makeover to make them friendlier.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandChild bride's panic: 'Why did no-one help?'World Vision's director said people's reactions to the stunt weren't strong enough.06 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandMinistry's use of fake names unlawful, court rulesIt was revealed last year the Ministry were using fictitious names on their decisions.26 Sep 09:32 AM
CrimeBook aims to help others affected by abuseAnnasophia Calman wants her book about state care to help others dealing with abuse.17 Sep 07:00 PM
New Zealand'I don't eat dinners': Surviving on $55 for food a week"Like all mums on a tight budget I lose sleep. I lose my appetite."30 Aug 12:02 AM
OpinionKate HawkesbyHawkesby: One simple step to helping house the homelessCOMMENT: A south Auckland experiment is a success and paves the way for more support.06 Aug 07:13 PM
New ZealandBridges says Govt going 'soft' on welfareWinston Peters accuses Simon Bridges of taking a "puritanical" view on welfare sanctions.23 Jul 08:37 AM
New ZealandBenefit sanctions plummet, hardship grants riseA culture change at Work and Income is underway, with sanctions falling by 20 per cent.19 Jul 01:02 AM
New ZealandHomeless no more: 'It blows me away just to see how far I've come'Auckland's Housing First programme keeping homeless people off the streets.16 Jul 05:47 AM
New ZealandPension policy: 'I don't want to be a bludger'Hard look taken at controversial legislation widely considered to unfairly penalise some.08 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMore cash for families from today: What changes mean for youThe Government's much-vaunted package expected to lift 64,000 children out of poverty.30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamilies Package: Extra time and money well spentNew Families Package means $4000 a year and more time with new baby.30 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWork and Income offices given a makeoverSuspensions of benefits have fallen by 23 per cent under a new, less punitive approach.26 Jun 04:25 AM
OpinionBrian FallowBrian Fallow: Who said tax was meant to be fair?COMMENT: Tax Working Group has been told to aim for fairness - a near-impossible task07 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionZach Castles: Is Labour planning a universal basic income?COMMENT: The Government's review of social welfare could mean a universal basic income.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDad jailed for dishonestly claiming $250K benefitAn Auckland man who owned properties was jailed after dishonestly claiming benefits.01 Jun 12:41 AM
New ZealandWelfare overhaul: Panel to advise Govt namedThe Government has announced the make-up of the group to advise on welfare overhaul27 May 10:00 PM
PoliticsChester Borrows: MPs must be brave enough to do what is right rather than what is popularI kick myself more for what I didn't do and say, than feel proud of what I achieved25 May 09:00 AM
New ZealandPM's department to drive child poverty fightOranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children to get $269.9m over four years to expand services.17 May 02:00 AM
OpinionJosie Pagani: Some kids may go hungry under BudgetCOMMENT: Labour has not very much to spend in next week's Budget.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch live: PM talks about Hillary Clinton meetingPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern will be answering media questions from 4pm.07 May 03:55 AM
New ZealandBenefit fraudster overpaid nearly $50kChristine Thompson admitted the charges in court this morning.16 Feb 02:00 AM
OpinionEditorial: Targets no solution for povertyTargeting child poverty is easier said than done.31 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionAudrey Young'Nats lost poverty targets debate long ago'English recognised the importance of targets during the election, writes Audrey Young.30 Jan 07:41 AM
OpinionSusan St John and Dr Gerry Cotterell: Welfare blanket needs repairCOMMENT: Govt will have a challenging task to stitch up the frayed welfare safety net.21 Jan 04:00 PM
OpinionKevin O'Sullivan: Prosperity for all requires protection for allCOMMENT: Companies should not be able to bid for contracts by lowering wages.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThousands swamp Auckland City Mission for food, giftsNearly 2700 people queued for emergency food parcels and gifts in the past fortnight.18 Dec 06:06 PM
OpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: My politician of the yearCOMMENT: For someone who lacks experience PM has achieved an awful lot in a short time.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamilies' package: Tempers flare in Parliament"Perhaps Mr Little could start by taking his pills."15 Dec 04:12 AM
KahuMoko: Kiwis not happy with monitoring, says ministerDeaths a tragedy, but mInister says 'no' to children's register.13 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: $20 million linked to Head Hunters boss - policePolice allege nearly $20m - half in cash - banked by entities linked to Wayne Doyle.11 Dec 04:00 PM
EditorialEditorial: Jones' scheme deserves a chanceEDITORIAL: Shane Jones' plans for a "work for dole" scheme deserve a closer look.04 Dec 07:19 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: 'Work for dole' test for JonesCOMMENT: Hard to see Jones winning considering trade unions are against idea.04 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionJenesa Jeram: Lifetime costs of welfare useful to knowCOMMENT: The lifetime cost of those at risk of welfare dependency is important to know.28 Nov 04:00 PM
