New ZealandA healthy text lifeTwenty years ago this week, when humans still roamed the Earth freely without buzzing or beeping, a UK engineer unleashed the world's first text message.06 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandTeen jailed for stabbing dairy ownerA teenage gang member who ambushed a struggling, quake-affected Christchurch dairy owner repeatedly stabbed him as he tried to rob his day's takings.29 Nov 04:39 AM
New ZealandCoroner query in teen killer caseA coroner has questioned how the 14-year-old killer of a Scottish tourist was allowed to roam the streets of Taupo with a baseball bat before the murder.28 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandParents told to take charge onlineDo it early - that's the advice an internet safety expert has for parents worried about how and when they should address concerns about their children's online activity.25 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleTop six skateparksAuckland has no shortage of skateparks, but which are safest, which are friendly, and which have the best resources? Donna McIntyre and two keen scooter riders whittle down their top six.23 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandSchools fight FacebookThousands of teenagers are being exposed to graphic sexual material, violence, drug abuse and high levels of profanity on school-themed Facebook pages run by students.23 Nov 04:30 PM
EconomySkills crisis: Engineering students get 1000 extra places after Joyce cracks whip22 Nov 04:30 PM
EducationSurvey: Young Kiwis aren't savingMore than two-thirds of young New Zealanders are not saving for their future - and just over half budget, a survey has found.19 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionSarah Joseph: Clash of rights in confession moveChild sex abuse scandals prompt recommendation priests reveal information to police.15 Nov 04:30 PM
OpinionWill youth rates lower unemployment?Have your say. Workers' unions have been quick to write off the Government's plan for a new, low, starting pay, while business leaders say it will help create jobs.14 Nov 02:28 AM
LifestyleGirls rise in binge drink statisticsYoung teenage girls are now slightly more likely to binge-drink than boys of the same age - but experts say the girls are still being led on by older boys.13 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandSister's plea saves teen crimWhen Alex MacKay was in a cell and heard his sister crying and pleading over the phone for him to stop and think before turning to crime again, he listened.04 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTeen dies suddenly while working outFour days ago Joshua Tanuvasa, a "compassionate, kind and loving" teenager collapsed and died while working out at a Hamilton gym. His mother talks to Herald on Sunday.03 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandPhoto recall: Double happy joy for boysHealth and safety officials encourage us to enjoy Guy Fawkes Night at professionally run public fireworks extravaganzas - but back in 1968 the streets crackled with dangerous fun.03 Nov 04:30 PM
TechnologyYoung Kiwis most savvy web usersYoung Kiwis are among the most sensible in the world with their online reputations, according to a new study.27 Oct 04:30 PM
