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Police offer reassurances, renew appeal for information over bus stabbing
Police have increased patrols around major public transport locations in Auckland since the fatal attack.
Slices of Kiwi life from cartoonist Daniel Vernon
Vernon is back with a new book depicting many shared experiences New Zealanders will know. Audio
Police offer $100,000 reward, immunity in Arthur Easton murder case
The offer comes after police apologised to Alan Hall's family over his wrongful conviction. Audio
Luxon defends coalition's record on climate change
The prime minister says the government is doing everything it can to stay on target for carbon neutral 2050. Audio
Why dogs love life - unpacked by a philosopher
Ever wonder why dogs seem to be having so much fun all the time? Philosophy can tell us something about it - and why we're a bit different, an American academic says. Audio
Say it ain't so: Why we love to hate Americanisms
Zee instead of S, napkins instead of serviettes, trunks, bangs and take-out: Socio-linguist Dr Julia de Bres talks Americanisms, and why we love to hate them. Audio
Part of SH6 reopens after heavy rain, snow cause slips
Drivers are still being warned of delays, with another part of the highway remaining closed overnight.
Weather: More heavy rain overnight, but worst is over for many
Storms and slips are possible in some areas, while West Coast residents are being asked to stay off the roads due to flooding.
Dr Hinemoa Elder: How Māori proverbs can support children's wellbeing
Over nearly 20 years as a child psychiatrist, Dr Hinemoa Elder has witnessed first-hand how connection with culture can help Māori youth navigate and heal from challenges. Audio
'People die before they get seen' - Southland's cancer dilemma
Patient advocate Melissa Vining says Southland cancer patients are facing double the nationally recommended wait time to be seen. Audio
Slew of weather warnings issued for wet long weekend
The wild weather isn't over yet, with the MetService telling people to keep up to date with the latest forecast. Audio
As it happened: Roofs come loose, flights cancelled as 140km/h winds hit Wellington
Strong wind warnings were also in place for Wairarapa and the Marlborough Sounds.
How six days leave can get you 16 days off
How to use the fewest annual leave days, for the longest stretch of time off. Plus, the key dates to be aware of in 2025.
Suspect in fatal bus assault in custody
The 37-year-old man sought by police handed himself in at the North Shore Police Station this afternoon.
Hunt on for person who fatally stabbed woman on bus
"People need to be careful," a councillor says as police search for a person who fatally stabbed a woman on a bus in Onehunga. Audio
Major hotel operator returns to Christchurch with $32m buyout
Millennium and Copthorne Hotels is returning for the first time since the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes.
More buds, less oil: Medicinal cannabis stronger than necessary
A senior researcher is sounding the alarm around the prescription of high-potency products in clinics. Audio
Air NZ flight diverted because of 'disruptive' passenger
It comes less than a week after passengers were held on an Air NZ flight at Sydney Airport after reports of a bomb threat .
How RecipeTin Eats became a hit blog
Nagi Maehashi talks to RNZ Nights about her journey from the corporate world to becoming a best-selling cookbook writer and food blogger.
Recap: Crown Observer appointed for Wellington council, Darleen Tana removed from Parliament
Everything you need to know about today's political events.
'I welcome his intention to bring in an observer' - Wellington mayor
Tory Whanau says her council will work collaboratively with the government, after its decision to appoint a Crown Observer.
Man who died after being found injured on road named
Darshak Narran, 43, was found on the side of a road after an attack.
World Cup hero leads White Ferns in heartwarming waiata
The White Ferns star traded the willow for a guitar as NZ celebrated their history-making victory.
Weather: Rain set to hit South Island, sun for the rest
The western and southern parts of the South Island are in for some potentially heavy rain in the coming days.
Postal workers warn of new wave of scam letters that has defrauded millions
The scam letters from Malaysia claim a prize of $247,035 by sending thousands of dollars to 'cover the tax required'.