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‘The nuns stole me’: Man’s decades-long search for birth family truths

It took 36 years to meet his parents – and is taking almost as long to get answers.

Hyundai back in contention for Cook Strait ferries after Peters talks

The Government last year cancelled an order with Hyundai to build two mega ferries,

‘Time to move on’: Kiwi writer’s moving play tackles silence around Sri Lanka’s past

An old mixtape rewinds history as a family is torn apart by civil war.

How a race weekend became a dream come true for Norm Stewart

‘Dream burst into reality’ when La Dulcin’ee recorded an emotionally charged win.

‘Spread kindness’: Good Bitches Baking bring skills to prisons

'If a ‘swear word’ in our name helps get people to think about our message, that's a win.'

Analysis: Should Martinborough wineries pay for a shared path after fatality?

A fatal crash between a car and four-seater bike has prompted a discussion about safety.

Mother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship final

Defending champion Fa’atupuinati Berking will compete against her mother, Honani.

Treaty Principles Bill submissions wrap up with activist Tāme Iti

Select committee told 'it’s just hoha, it’s a game of chess'.

Migrant workers to receive $230,000 in compensation from nail salon

The women, who often worked every day without breaks, were initially paid $200 per week.

Honouring Mason's legacy: Taking on a 50cc scooter ride from Napier to Wellington for a departed mate

'Mason was the type of guy who would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.'

Kiwi police in Vietnam amid Wellington sexual assault case investigation

PM Luxon: 'Anyone coming to New Zealand needs to respect our laws. Anyone.'

Mayoral races heat up: Can Whanau and Brown get a second term?

First-term mayors in our biggest cities have all confirmed they're up for round two.

Treasury receives ‘encouraging’ private-sector response for Cook Strait ferry ideas

The deadline for proposals is 6pm tonight.

Police name German tourist killed by car in Wellington

Ursula Machtel has been named as the victim of a fatal car crash in Wellington.

Hastings Civic Square revamp to cost close to $1m

New pavers will feature designs by tribal artists, celebrating Hastings' diversity.

Govt accepts plan to cut approval times for products ‘absolutely critical’ to Kiwis

Halving approval times could have a massive economic benefit.

Man who raped woman beside her sleeping child appeals sentence on ‘character’ grounds

Gabriel Apolonio's lawyer said he deserved a shorter jail term due to 'good character'.

Why a Wellington law firm’s letter is stirring legal and ethical debate

The firm defends a letter warning gender care practices of legal risks.