Inequality
Government's fuel subsidy extension 'extremely dumb economic policy'
"Bonkers" and "extremely dumb" are just some of ways critics are describing the government's U-turn on transport subsidies.
400,000 Kiwis behind in credit repayments with arrears hitting 11.3% in December
Data shows vehicle arrears at 5.3 percent as households struggle to deal with the tough economic climate and monetary policy.
Auckland flooding: Rough sleepers on the frontlines of deluge
Rough sleepers have had to bear the brunt of one of Auckland's worst floods while thinking of ways to escape the deluge and more rain on the way.
Weather: Auckland city rough sleepers suffer through floods
As tough as Friday's downpour was on residents in Auckland and the far north, some of those most affected were people sleeping rough in the super city.
Sleeping bags and cardboard provided little… Audio
How obesity affects incomes for women
29 kilos of extra weight could cost women 9% in lower wages. Professor John Cawley studies the economics of obesity at Cornell University. His studies show that obese women earn less than women who… Audio
Bras fit for the job
Rose and Thorne has just designed and manufactured a range which is made just for women who are in manually demanding jobs. Head of design, Sue Dunmore speaks to Jesse. Audio
Australia Day proving controversial
Australia Day, Invasion Day or Survival Day?
There has been an increasingly vocal push to change Australia's national day from January 26 over past years.
The date marks the anniversary of… Audio
Afghanistan: UN meets with Taliban on aid worker ban
The UN sends in its most senior team since the Taliban retook power to try to avert a looming famine.
Record demand for food parcels in North Canterbury
Christmas demand for food parcels reached record levels at North Canterbury's food banks.
Public transport disruptions effects two-fold for disabled
Ongoing disruptions to public transport as people head back-to-work are causing headaches for many - especially for those with disabilities.
They're asking providers to not forget about their needs… Audio
Church of England bishops to reject same-sex marriages
The Church of England will refuse to allow same-sex couples to get married in its churches under released proposals.
Scotland seeks legal action over UK blocking gender bill
"See you in court".
Scotland's government says it's seeking legal action against the UK government, after it blocked a gender bill passed in Scotland.
The legislation aims to make it quicker and… Audio
Food banks overrun with demand
Food banks around the country say they've had a flood of demand on re-opening this year and it's not just the homeless needing help.
City Missions say people who have jobs but can't afford their… Audio
Christmas Day kai and kindness after a year of 'the world gone mad'
While most restaurants add a surcharge on Christmas, Jody Joblin wouldn't even take the regular price - even when customers insisted.
'It's always about people' - Mission serves up Christmas spirit
More than 500 people gathered in Auckland's City Mission this morning to share a free Christmas lunch together.
Thousands of tickets sold for fundraiser, but nobody turned up
Wellington's Sky Stadium completely sold out for a charity event to help the homeless - but not a single person actually attended.
What do charities want for Christmas?
Christmas is a time for giving, but what is it that charities actually want from us ahead of the holiday season?
For those with money or items to spare, it can be daunting to know where to start, so… Audio
Water Safety hearing more about risky kaimoana gathering
The rising cost of living appears to be having dangerous consesquences for some New Zealanders. Water Safety New Zealand says it's hearing more and more stories of people fishing and diving for… Audio
Women suffering in war torn countries - World Vision
A new report from World Vision has highlighted just how tough it is for women in countries riven by conflict - not just Ukraine, but Syria and Afghanistan. The Out in the Cold report looks at the… Audio
Dozens of groups urge govt to pick up pace on co-governance
More than 60 organisations have signed an open letter calling on the government to honour the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
