EmploymentBoss's paycut to hike wagesThe boss of a technology start-up in Seattle has shocked his employees by raising his company's minimum wage to US$70,000 ($92,160).16 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleBarred for being too gingerA naturally redheaded school pupil has been barred from classes in the north of England for being too ginger.16 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMcDell/Moa song a sure hitThey first met working on a song together, which never got released. But putting that blatant snub aside, Anika Moa sits down with rising star Jamie McDell, whose new album <i>Ask Me Anything</i> is out now.15 Apr 11:00 PM
RoyalsRoyal baby: Hospital prepares"Special event" parking restrictions will come in to force today around the hospital where Kate Middleton is due to give birth this month.15 Apr 08:25 PM
EntertainmentMeet the Taite Music winnerA run of bad luck that included major injuries meant Jakob nearly didn't finish their fourth album. Lucky they did - Sines has won the Taite Music Prize.15 Apr 06:16 PM
Cycling'I lied and cheated for a long time'Tyler Hamilton rode for Lance Armstrong during three of the seven Tour de France victories the Texan won while doping.15 Apr 05:00 PM
Super RugbyFitzpatrick: Exodus can be a good thingRugby great Sean Fitzpatrick says it's a good thing that some of New Zealand's finest are choosing to play abroad - both for the "phenomenal" money and experience.15 Apr 12:49 AM
LifestyleWorst baby names revealedA new Reddit thread asking users to submit the most horrendous baby names they have ever come across has attracted more than 18,000 comments in just 24 hours, and turned up a treasure trove of bad parental judgement calls.15 Apr 12:00 AM
OpinionDuncan GreiveCSI Cyber surprisingly silly funTV reviewer Duncan Greive checks in with the latest from the CSI franchise and enjoys the entertaining silliness of it's cyber sleuths.14 Apr 09:30 PM
BusinessWorld's first battery rocketRocket Lab unveiled its turbo pump system overnight at the United States Space Symposium, a gathering of more than 10,000 involved in space technology in Colorado.14 Apr 07:00 PM
OpinionEditorial: Hard-hitting journalism alive and wellThere has been much hyperbole in the reaction to a review by broadcaster MediaWorks of its evening current affairs show Campbell Live.14 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleLost pup on a neighbour's roofIn a move more befitting of a feline, a lost pooch has turned up in an elevated position.14 Apr 04:30 AM
LifestyleCafe owner's heartwarming noteA cafe owner in the US who was 'heartbroken' to discover a homeless person was searching her rubbish for food has put up a sign inviting them to come inside for a free meal.13 Apr 09:45 PM
OpinionJamie Oliver: Pro veges, no gum - what I'd do if I were PMCelebrity chef Jamie Oliver's snapshot at what Britain would look like if he were Prime Minister.13 Apr 09:10 PM
EntertainmentOur First Home sale nets $190k profitOur First Home's Schreuder family has walked away with close to $200,000 profit following tonight's live auction.13 Apr 06:42 PM
CyclingCyclist jokes with ArmstrongCyclist Tyler Hamilton had a "strange" encounter with his old Tour de France teammate Lance Armstrong last week.13 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBody heading home after $39k raisedThe body of a man who was rescued from Wellington Harbour early last week will be returned to his family in India after $39,000 was raised.10 Apr 08:00 AM
EntertainmentSwift's emotional message about mother's cancer fightTaylor Swift has called on fans to encourage their parents to go for regular health checks following her mother's unexpected diagnosis of cancer.09 Apr 07:55 PM
EmploymentRecruitment drive for IT sectorNew projects and increased demand will underpin a recruitment drive this year in Auckland's information technology sector, says Absolute IT director Grant Burley.09 Apr 05:00 PM
EntertainmentAC/DC ready to rock NZ againIf you thought AC/DC fans were all bourbon-drinking men with mullets, think again.09 Apr 02:01 PM
Super RugbyBlues dark over halftime chat with refWaratahs and Wallabies coach Michael Cheika entered the refs room and spoke to match official Jaco Peyper at half time of their game against the Blues.09 Apr 12:53 AM
LifestyleViolet's new face thanks to 3D printingViolet Pietrok is two minutes older than her twin sister. She was born with a Tessier Cleft, a rare condition that left a fissure in her skull, so the facial bones didn't fully come together.08 Apr 10:25 PM
EntertainmentAnika Moa's terrible Royals coverAnika Moa cuts to the chase, asking the tough questions. Like just how jealous is everyone of Lorde?08 Apr 10:00 PM
OpinionMike HoskingHouse prices represent success in lifeWhat current house prices represent is not dissimilar to what the dollar represents: success, writes Mike Hosking.08 Apr 09:45 PM
EntertainmentDark Horse wins over Brit criticsNew zealand film The Dark Horse continues to win global acclaim, with prominent British reviewers giving it glowing reviews as it hit UK cinemas over Easter weekend.08 Apr 07:10 PM
LifestyleWorried about Alzheimer's? Read this"Even more epidemic than Alzheimer's itself is the fear of Alzheimer's." So in an attempt to offer some perspective, experts tell you what to look out for.08 Apr 07:00 PM
Black CapsHesson coveted as big-money IPL returnsNew Zealand cricket may have a fight to keep coach Mike Hesson as Indian Premier League franchises have started to circle.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHousing NZ sells off 'social' landA big state-owned site in Auckland once earmarked for social and affordable housing is being carved up for sale.08 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleSex stats under microscopeSexual behaviour is notoriously difficult to measure, and the findings often dubious. Rowan Pelling meets the Cambridge academic who is analysing our most intimate secrets.08 Apr 02:40 AM
