Police: 'We have taken control'
Bombing and gunfight is over in Jakarta, but final casualty figures remain unclear.
Car explosion kids 'huffing spray'
Children aged 12, 13 and 15 were huffing fly spray when one sparked a light.
Chef dobs in his own cafe
Tiki Lounge in Lower Hutt closed by health inspectors as "unsanitary and unhygienic".
Accused of hiding casino millions
Bankrupt Auckland businessman charged with hiding $19 million won at SkyCity from authorities.
Surfer: 'I'm more careful now'
Surfer said his "heart was pumping" as he was smashed against a wall by waves.
Too poor for school
Families struggle as total cost of sending child to state school for 13 years tops $35,000.
No parole for schoolgirl's killer
No freedom for Paul Joseph Dally who still views the brutal murder as a "random act of violence".
Crash victim 'larger than life'
Man who died when his car crashed into a Southland river leaves a "void to fill", his family has said.
Miley and Liam – together again?
Looks like Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are ex exes, after being seen canoodling at a party.
Girl killed accidentally by cop
Ciara Meyer, 12, was standing behind her dad when the officer opened fire.
Win could be worthUS$1.5b
After 20 draws without a winner Powerball jackpot is the world's largest potential prize.
A crocodile bit off her hand
A elderly woman bitten by a crocodile was mostly worried about getting blood in the car.
Dick Smith creditors stay silent
Not a single question was asked of voluntary administrators at Dick Smith creditor meeting.
Boutique wineries think big
Boutique family-owned wineries in Hawke's Bay are starting to eye US, China markets.
Nurofen supplies stopped
Drug manufacturer stops supply of Nurofen range, though products may still be on shelves until March.
How to become internet famous
The first step to becoming internet famous is recognising what makes you extraordinary.
Siri reveals musical talent
The iPhone robot has learnt to beatbox - sort of - in a newly-discovered function.
Netflix's secret categories revealed
If you're a fan of obscure movie genres then there is a new trick you can use to find them on Netflix.
The new sexual superfoods
Improving your love life could be as simple as drinking red wine and eating more fruit, scientists say.
DIY the original Creme Eggs
Chocolate binges haven't been the same since Cadbury changed its recipe - but a solution is here.
Is gum actually good for teeth?
The stuff can be very bad or very good for your oral health - it all depends on the kind you're chewing.
The world's best alarm clock?
New non-snoozable invention hopes to put an end to your frazzled "I can't believe I slept in" commute to the office.
Best herbs to help you nod off
Certain herbs have been proven to help with sleep problems – and they’re easy to grow at home too.
Five foods set to be big in 2016
Some food trends fade faster than you can say "goji berry", but these ones will likely have real staying power.
Movie-set house too scary to buy
No one fancies moving into the home of a psychotic killer (albeit a fictional one), so the sellers have resorted to discounting.
Modern ark for young family
It's easy to see how living on the water works for the family with this dreamy houseboat in the Netherlands.
What to sow and plant now
Make the most of the long summer days to get started on your homegrown veggies.
How to make original Creme Eggs
Chocolate binges haven't been the same since Cadbury changed its recipe - but a solution is here.
How to dine out in any country
Table manners can be lost in translation in a foreign country. Here are some dos and don'ts.
The neighbourly dairy farmers
A Bay of Plenty dairy farming couple takes sustainability to a neighbourly level by forging good relationships.
New bid for VDL
Businesswoman Jan Cameron has announced plans to underwrite a rival bid for VDL.
Spoilers: a jolly good Fellowes
REVIEW: SPOILERS: Posh soap opera Downton Abbey ends on a high and happy note.
Cyrus,Hemsworth engaged?
11:54 PM Looks like Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are ex exes, after being seen canoodling at a party.
Is suffering an Oscar winner?
Will acting through the pain barrier win DiCaprio an Oscar? It seems like suffering has always been a feature of Hollywood.
How Tourism NZ sells us
Chinese celebrities and German models enjoyed whirlwind tours of NZ out of the taxpayer purse.
Losing your cruise 'virginity'
Losing your 'virginity' (cruise virginity that is) is apparently quite the big deal.
Most beautiful marathon?
The Queenstown International Marathon may be scenic, but it's got nothing on this epic trail.
Playing at parkour
What stuck out during introduction to parkour session was how the other people in the group approached it.
Your positive Jetstar stories
Budget airlines have been getting bad press, but are they all bad? Share your experiences.
Top five NZ anthem comments
"At sporting events it is r'n'b-ed to become a dirge. Play it at 120bpm and it becomes alive."
2015's safest cars hit the wall
Crash tests reveal which of 2015's cars are best when it comes to the crunch.
New Mercedes, Hyundai utes
Two major carmakers are pursuing the lifestyle ute market with forthcoming models.
Aston tried to block this car
According to Aston Martin this new sports car looks too much like the DB10.
Breakers woes continue
12:11 AM Breakers suffer third-straight defeat to leave playoff hopes in jeopardy.
Nicholls gets Big Bash gig
Canterbury batsman Henry Nicholls has the large boots of Jacques Kallis to fill in his Sydney Thunder call-up.
Kiwi vs Kiwi battle on
Michael Venus will play against two Kiwis in the doubles semifinal at the Classic.
Bright city lights mask China cracks
Chinese leaders fear the rhetoric of doom and gloom becomes self-fulfilling, spooking consumers into spending less.
Tiger talk grounds Spieth
The numbers show golf world No 1 could be the best player since Tiger Woods, but he's not buying it.
Dickel fires shots at NZ b'ball
Tall Blacks great backs young NZ talent to make it in basketball, but they've got to step up, and ship out.
Spice suspected in pigeon poisoning
Drugged-seeming birds attacked by seagulls then taken advantage of by other pigeons
An act of Mckindness
Claire Varin is the butt of all the jokes, but she's glad she helped the man eating ketchup.
Man of Steel a hard act to follow
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's just a guy with an actor's name.
Beer with a side of cat biscuits?
A feast set for feral cats in Queenstown attracted the eye of a German tourist, who nibbled on kibble while having a beer.
Baby in parliament causes a stir
MP's decision to bring her baby into Spain's debating chamber sparks criticism.
Vaccinations are 'normal thing'
However some parents would "throw themselves under a train" before immunising children, Kiwi expert says.
Not every mum can breastfeed
We need to stop pushing 'breast is best' to the point where it equates to success or failure as a mum.
Is Beyonce expecting a baby?
Rumours swirl after singer is spotted covering tummy at dinner... or perhaps she just had a big meal?
James Shaw's summer adventure
Greens co-leader James Shaw intended to finish The Luminaries over summer but it never happened.
French fancy for Kiwi family
Scarves are not worn as fashion accessories in central France this time of the year, writes Kiwi traveller Dave Monk.
Start planning your next holiday
Back to work blues getting you down? Here's our guide to planning a holiday in 2016.
Life on the road
Raewyn Weir and her husband are taking a "gap year", travelling around Europe in their trusty motorhome.