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'Asleep at the wheel': Science group calls on Minister to step up
The Save Science Coalition says political parties agree there are "big issues" within the science sector but Judith Collins is yet to do anything about it.
'One of the bravest Parliamentarians': Nikki Kaye remembered
From Jacinda Ardern and John Key to Christopher Luxon, Chlöe Swarbrick and David Seymour, praise has poured in for the former National deputy leader. Audio
Credit card fraud: Retailers left to carry the cost
There is a major power imbalance between credit card companies and merchants, says an Auckland retailer that has had to absorb thousands in losses from a fraudulent transaction. Audio
Sugar tax needed as obesity rates soar, Helen Clark Foundation says
A sugar levy and removing sugary drinks from schools are among the obesity-fighting recommendations from a new report.
NZ sides top the A-League table
They took down their Australian rivals - but soon must face each other in a showdown.
Renowned waka ama paddler Kiwi Campbell dies
The elite sportswoman, who leaves behind two sons, was "exceptional in the true sense of the word".
Blind Low Vision NZ admits to lack of blind people in senior roles
The charity said it was working towards developing new leadership in the blind community, and ensuring better access to technology.
Dame Julie Christie: We need Kiwi reality TV to see ourselves
New Zealanders love watching local shows like The Block NZ but we may never see them again due to lack of funding, says veteran TV producer Dame Julie Christie. Video, Audio
Multi-sports programme helping disadvantaged youth flourish
An Ōtautahi multi-sport programme is helping give under-privileged youth a sense of purpose and belonging in their community. Video, Audio
'Assume it's probably everywhere': Whooping cough vax rates 'dreadful'
Low vaccination rates are to blame for the danger posed by the epidemic declared today, an expert says. Audio
Public consultation over puberty blockers inappropriate - trans health professionals
It is likely to impact the health and wellbeing of trans people of all ages, they say.
'Got my support': Luxon stands by Stanford after 'stupid bitch' comment
The prime minister says it wasn't appropriate behaviour but that Erica Stanford had apologised.
Kiwi may be victim of Laos methanol poisoning
A British lawyer has reportedly become the fifth person to die in the mass poisoning, while a New Zealander has also been unwell, officials say.
Dame Jacinda to get UN leadership award
She will get the champion for global change award from the United Nations Foundation at a ceremony in New York tomorrow.
Mongrel Mob member charged 3 minutes after patch ban begins
The new gang patch law came into force at midnight. The first person under the ban was caught at 12.03am. Audio
New Police Commissioner 'open' to discussing the routine arming of officers
The Police Association wants a conversation with the new boss about routine arming of officers. Audio
Gang patch ban: 'Subtle adaptations' of insignia already being seen
Gang members are already changing their insignia to get around the law that came into effect overnight. Audio
Award-winning disability advocate quits NZ in frustration
Jonathan Mosen says New Zealand is the worst country in the Western world in which to be blind. Audio
Listen: Luxon says 'no need to meet' with hīkoi at Parliament
The Prime Minister says organisers were "closely aligned" with Te Pāti Māori, but acknowledged it was "a significant day". Audio
How the world reacted to te Hīkoi mō te tiriti
And how international media are framing the Treaty Principles Bill debate.
Watch: Seymour faces hīkoi protesters
The ACT leader was met with chants of "Kill the bill, kill the bill" when he walked out of the Beehive, before waving to the crowd and returning inside.
Te Pāti Māori MP on her viral haka: 'What did we just do?'
In the face of criticism, Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke says there was definitely a moment of 'what just happened?', after the House was suspended during voting.
Widespread disruption expected when hīkoi reaches capital
Wellingtonians are being asked to plan ahead, while the PM says he'll "wait and see" as to whether he meets hīkoi participants.
Alan Moore on life, nuclear war and the coming AI apocalypse
The man behind graphic novel classic Watchmen still fears the human race has what it takes to destroy itself. Audio
Surfboard lights offer ray of hope to shark-fearing beachgoers
Researchers towed seal-shaped boards fitted with lights across great white-teeming waters to discover which configuration attracted the most attention. Audio