Bay splash

'Little' bay gets largest tsunami

6:17 PM  Geographical twist meant Little Pigeon Bay in Canterbury bore the brunt of quake tsunami.

Live: 7.8 NZ quake video

The Asteron Centre, which houses the IRD, has been evacuated.

The Asteron Centre, Wellington's largest office building, has been evacuated.

'Alcohol-fuelled lapse of judgment'

7:07 PM  Military detention for Kiwi Navy sailor who downed 24 Coronas and broke into a US officer's home in Hawaii.

'A feed is not worth killing someone'

6:51 PM  Father of shot hunter Danny Jordan pleads for others to take more care.

Is this why women cheat?

6:44 PM  Survey says women are driven to infidelity by men who fail to do the housework.

'Unexpected' tramping tragedy

Colleagues voice their sadness friends were found dead on a Tararua Ranges track.

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NZ Earthquake

IRD office evacuated

Wellington largest office block - the Asterton building - was evacuated on Wednesday afternoon after engineers ...

3 min ago  Tax department's new head office in Wellington's evacuated after faults found.

Quake-hit Goose Bay evacuated

7:01 PM  Quake-hit Goose Bay residents evacuate because of landslide risk but a resident says the risk has been overblown.

Statistics House, headquarters of Statistics NZ, on Harbour Quays, remains closed and is subject to a Government inquiry.

Latest: Wellington buildings update

7 min ago  Reports NIWA workers are now being to steer clear after returning to the science facility following quake.

national

Abused dog lived in own waste

Selena the samoyed enjoys better days with her new owner on a beach.

An Auckland owner has been banned from owning animals after committing one of the worst cases of neglect in NZ.

Auckland Imam let go

Dr Mohammad Anwar Sahib, who was filmed making anti-Semitic remarks, has been stood down by employers.

Tuesday's aftershock has left Scargill residents reeling.

Watch: Destruction of 5.7 aftershock video

Scargill residents are reeling from a severe aftershock and the havoc it caused.

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Taylor cleared to play second test

The test veteran will miss the one-day series against Australia however.

world

Accused leads search for body

Alleged murderer Vinzent Tarantino is believed to be leading police through bushland at Bulli Tops.

Man accused of murdering missing schoolgirl Quanne Diec leads police in the search for her remains in Sydney.

Fatal water ride to close

The US amusement park ride that decapitated a 10-year-old boy will never operate again.

Police were investigating after a fatal stabbing at Alexandra Hills, Brisbane.

Children lead police to body

Three young bloodied children on the street lead police to body of murdered man in Australia.

business

Concrete firm ditches Pike work video

The portal to the Pike River Mine.

Allied Concrete won't provide the concrete to seal Pike River Mine after victims' families pleaded with them not to.

Fiji Airways upgrades fleet

The majority Fijian government-owned airline has been adding new planes since 2013.

Under a blind trust, Donald Trump would have to sell off businesses he's built and managed most of his life.

Trump won't eat 'poison pill'

OPINION: It would be unfair to make the president-elect put his businesses in a blind trust to avoid conflict of interest.

technology

Internet a scary place for women

One in 10 female internet users said they have faced sexual harassment online versus 1 in 20 male internet users.

Women are more likely than men to face "serious violations" online.

Prank video crashing iPhones

A bug in the form of a corrupted video has been crashing iPhones.

Actev is targeting the Arrow, which has a base price of about US$1000, at what it sees as a hole in the market - 5- to ...

iPod father's new smart karts

Tony Fadell helped create the iPod. Now he's betting that the next big thing will be go-karts.

life & style

'I have a history of dating jerks'

When it comes to jerks, just say no.

Every guy she dates turns out to be a jerk. So what is she doing wrong?

5 natural cleaning hacks

Here are some of the best natural cleaning hacks using items already in your pantry.

Just because you love her doesn't mean you're allowed to call the shots when it comes to her body.

'She wants a breast reduction'

His girlfriend wants to have breast augmentation - and he's struggling to get her to change her mind.

well & good

14 life milestones to celebrate

You did it! Every accomplishment deserves praise - even the little ones.

Babies, marriages and new jobs get all the Likes, but we reckon these feats deserve recognition, too.

'This is why I don't go to dentists'

"The perfect smile is in high demand. But the more rows of pearly gnashers I looked at, the weirder they seemed."

It's important to keeping telling yourself: "My health is one of the most important things in my life".

Best way to keep off the weight

You've reached your ideal weight. Now how do you maintain it?

home & property

4 ways to style your bookshelf

It may take a while to get right, but there's something satisfying about a colour co-ordinated bookshelf.

 Love books? Here some great idea for styling your bookshelf so it's a stand-out feature.

House of the week: Otago

A modern Otago home is built around a historic blacksmith’s workshop: 'We didn't touch a thing,' says the owner.

Over 30? Asking a friend to help you shift just looks, well, cheap.

Should friends help you move?

Once you reach age 30, asking your friends for help with moving house is a no-go zone.

food & wine

Review: Garage Project Taproom

La Calavera Catrina, made with habanero chili, and Day of the Dead, with chipotle and chocolate, are annual November ...

There were two November releases we had to try.

Welly cafes closed by quakes

An Asian restaurant and several bars and cafes closed by quakes.

New cafe heaving with life

Is Express Food Bag that fast?

nz farmer

More offshore workers to come

Seasonal workers in a Nelson apple packhouse.

'Relief' as Government increases the number of Pacific Islanders eligible to work in orchards and market gardens.

Gold kiwifruit plantings on rise

Surging SunGold sales have convinced Zespri to grow more of the popular kiwifruit variety.

What about the 220m nappies?

Early marriage date for SFF

entertainment

Ellen cries at Obama honour video

US President Barack Obama presents comedian and talk show host Ellen DeGeneres with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, ...

6:51 PM  Ellen DeGeneres couldn't hold back tears as she received the highest honour a US civilian can get.

FBI closes Brad Pitt probe video

The FBI says it will not file charges against the star over an alleged dispute with his family aboard a private jet.

Yes, that's Russell Crowe, fixing re-netting the basketball hoops at the local courts in Woolloomoo, Sydney.

Russell Crowe's slam dunk

6:26 PM  "RC here. You'll need some new nets. Have you got a ladder," said the text message.

travel

Most fun places to live on earth

Life is well lived in Brazil.

These countries may not be the richest, or the most stable, or even the safest – but they know how to enjoy life.

Sights worth the crowds  video

For every gorgeous shot of a world wonder there's another of a massive tourist crowd.

The Interislander ferry trip feels like a cruise, with beautiful views of the Marlborough Sounds.

Road, rail and sail to Dunedin

A family road trip might seem daunting but the journey is just as fun as the destination.

motoring

Four V8s drive pickup truck video

Gordon Tronson's quad V8-powered Ford Econoline truck.

This monster quad-V8-powered truck is the work of a former Kiwi.

Panamera suits the circuit video

There aren't many limos you can take to the racetrack. But the all-new Panamera is one.

The Burt Munro bronze statue in Invercargill

Legend lives on and more

The legend of Burt Munro is not just living on, but is alive and well, Burt Munro Challenge organiser Wayne Affleck says.

stuff nation

Weird, wonderful, wacky gifts stuff nation

Xmas

Whether you've been naughty or nice, we want to hear what Santa's going to be sending your way this year.

The real king of the bus stop stuff nation

Something catches the eye; in a break in the kanuka, a tawny creature stares down at me. Stag.

Prison

Prison sermons don't brainwash stuff nation

Surely it's good that prisoners who accept Jesus don't often reoffend, regardless of whether God's real or not?

sport

ICC wimped out over Faf video

Faf du Plessis says he will appeal his fine for ball tampering.

6:41 PM  OPINION: South African cricketers need to give themselves an uppercut over ludicrous appeal.

Warriors to play in Hamilton

The Warriors' only home game away from Mt Smart Stadium will be in Hamilton next season.

Dave Taylor has been fined for possessing cocaine.

League star fined for drugs

5:54 PM  Former Kangaroo tough man escapes conviction for having cocaine, but cops a fine.

good reads

Alcohol the villain of ED

Hazardous drinking now affects one fifth of the population, according to the latest Ministry of Health statistics.

Wellington Hospital figures show 11 per cent of ED patients affected by drinking.

Fake news is better

Ben Uffindell,  editor of the satirical news website The Civilian.

OPINION: How I accidentally convinced hundreds of people they had to leave the country and abandon their children.

What about 220m nappies?

How many million nappies are leaching toxic nitrogen and bacteria in our landfills?

Cleaning up household rubbish dumped on his dairy farm got Marc Gascoigne thinking about pollution.

Trump pop culture's biggest target

U.S. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump appears to take issue with the entertainment community poking fun at him.

Being mocked by entertainers is part being president. But it looks like Trump can't take it.

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Wanted: fake eye maker

Capital and Coast DHB has released a tender for "artificial eye services." The eyes are used for patients who may have ...

In what could be the creepiest contract on offer, Capital & Coast DHB is seeking "artificial eye services".

This ridiculous basketball shot

Aussie Derek Herron attempts the world record shot in the Swiss Alps.

Aussie group break record for highest basketball shot ever with stunning 180 metre attempt.

Dead dodo goes for $590k video

The dodo's bones date from about the 16th century.

A unique dodo skeleton made from different birds draws a big price at auction.

The impossible rocket to Mars

The EM drive could carry astronauts to Mars without burning any fuel.

A new rocket engine breaks the laws of physics. But a Nasa test says it works anyway.

Parenting

Why I won't make my kids share

At times, it's best to provide them with the tools to figure things out themselves - rather than step in.

The five things that happened when I stopped forcing my kids to share.

Does sugar make kids hyper?

Studies have confirmed that sugar doesn't cause hyperactivity.

Studies have confirmed that sugar doesn't cause hyperactivity. So what makes your child act so crazy?

More parking for parents?

The campaign has launched a Change.org petition and has introduced a 'give me space' sticker for parents to display in ...

What parents in the UK are doing to campaign for more parent friendly parking spaces.

6 parent types we all judge

Parenting isn't easy, so shouldn't we show a little sympathy instead of judging?

Maybe it's time for us to stop feeling so smug and show a little understanding instead.

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Only travel app you'll ever need

Airbnb's new app Trips.

Barbecues on Venice Beach to truffle hunting in Italy: Airbnb's new Trips app plans every part of your holiday.

Travellers' biggest packing mistakes

From not taking warm clothes to leaving a ballpoint pen in your leather bag, readers reveal their mishaps.

From not taking warm clothes to leaving a ballpoint pen in your leather bag, readers reveal their mishaps.

Life as a digital nomad

James Clark, working at a cafe in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Travel blogger James Clark hasn't had a fixed address since 2009.

The romance of the rails

The Rocky Mountaineer across the Canadian Rockies offers spectacular mountain scenery.

Planning an epic rail journey? Send us your travel questions, and we'll put them to the experts.

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