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The region most at risk of more extreme atmospheric rivers
New research suggests the phenomenon could double in New Zealand by the end of the century. Audio
Why we're getting poorer, according to an expert
Economic volatility, austerity and crises became the norm well before the Donald Trump's return to office. Audio
Seymour accuses school lunch programme critics of 'nitpicking'
The Associate Education Minister told Q+A the programme had "shown two sides of New Zealand". Video
Watch: 'Insane' pod of dolphins sighted in Wellington
Something must be in the water as Wellingtonians have been treated to a large pod of dolphins and multiple orca sightings in the past two days.
'Feeling sprightly' - Nigel Latta announces cancer remission
The psychologist and media personality was given a year to live, but now expects to live for "years and years".
Funeral home probe: Second director arrested
Police have arrested another funeral director in relation to an investigation relating to inappropriate handling of burials at an Auckland cemetery.
Three further arrests over Auckland Pride Festival protest
Police have been investigating complaints about protesters actions on 15 February at the Te Atatū Community Centre.
Whanau on Luxon: 'Wellington didn't vote for him'
The mayor earlier said Luxon's comments were "pretty poor form".
'Significant delays' on SH1 at Wellington
NZTA says roadworks at the Glenside on-ramp were delayed in finishing, leading to long queues.
Kiwi Parker moves closer to world title fight against Usyk
The World Boxing Organisation has ordered the Ukrainian to defend his crown against the Kiwi interim champion.
'Beloved student' fatally struck by train named
Sarie Morton's mum says she is still processing the loss of her daughter, who was struck by a freight train outside Matamata College.
How to spot the burnout warning signs
The symptoms of burnout are insidious, a clinical psychologist says. Audio
Sightings of Australian Huntsman spider species in Napier
Residents have spotted the species twice in the past few months, and an expert weighs in on if we should be worried. Audio
Auckland Writers Festival reveals full 2025 programme
Sir Ian Rankin, Samantha Harvey, David Nicholls and Colm Toibin are among an eclectic lineup of literary voices heading to Tāmaki Makaurau for the 2025 Auckland Writers Festival in May.
Forestry fire in Marlborough's Wairau Valley
FENZ says the fire is now contained but not controlled.
'Nonsense': Hipkins and Peters clash over 'wokeness' in public sector
The New Zealand First leader is adamant diversity is being preferred over merit for people getting jobs in the public sector. Audio
Dick Frizzell: 'I had my own private world all to myself that no one could enter'
The iconic New Zealand artist calls on his very vivid memories in his new memoir, Hastings: A Boy's Own Adventure, which he wrote in pencil. Audio
'Our goal is to make sure everyone enjoys these lunches' - Seymour
Christopher Luxon and David Seymour front questions in Parliament as school lunch woes deepen.
Man in custody after reports of electric cars being vandalised in Auckland
A man is in police custody after reports of electric vehicles being targeted by a spray-paint vandal in Auckland suburbs. Audio
Orange roughy takes the lead in Fish of the Year competition
It might be slow-moving, but the orange roughy holds top spot in the Fish of the Year - for now.
Lucy Moss on co-creating award-winning musical SIX
Co-creator, composer and lyricist of the musical Lucy Moss told Culture 101 it all began with a manifesto. Audio
Neil Gaiman asks US court to dismiss lawsuit alleging NZ rape, sexual assault
While denying the claims from incidents on Waiheke Island, the British author claims if the case was heard it should be in New Zealand.
Shane Jones announces Aquaculture Development Plan
The plan, announced by the Oceans and Fisheries Minister in Marlborough, aims to grow the industry to $3b a year.