5 years of fleecing taxpayers
He was collecting benefits under several names, but he was not even an NZ citizen.
Woman's body found
Police searching for the missing pregnant Wellington woman find body in Wairarapa.
$6.3 million Powerball win
A $6.3 million Lotto Powerball win has gone to a ticket bought in Hamilton.
Bali Nine’s Renae Lawrence freed
The smuggler was arrested in Bali with 2.7kgs of heroin strapped to her body in 2005.
Big money lost on comeback win
Punters stunned as Black Caps fight back from seemingly hopeless position.
'Turds' flow through new bistro
Owners expected a bit of water after heavy rain, but not "turds all over the carpet".
Daughter forgives rapist dad
Woman finds freedom in forgiving Exclusive Brethen father for his reign of sexual terror over her family.
Jail for hitting good samaritan
He tried to help and ended up in hospital himself.
Mentally ill inmate cuffed to staff
Two wardens were handcuffed to a mentally ill inmate at all times 'for over a week'.
Parker's Super Fund push
Economic Development Minister developing a plan to carve off contributions to the Super Fund into venture capital.
Abortion myths debunked
What is the science behind abortion claims? We ask medical experts and researchers.
Worrying rise of girls self-harming
Girls as young as 11 and 12 were involved in a club where they posted pictures of self-harm on social media.
Ogled, groped, locked in cage
Mariya Taylor is speaking out after battling an Air Force rapist - and the Defence Force.
Axe murderer 'will snap again'
Wife killer John Ericson is trying, again, to clear his name. But the family of his victim just want him to go away.
Williams settles fatal lawsuit
Tennis star Venus Williams has settled a wrongful death lawsuit related to a fatal car crash in Florida.
Living as lighthouse keepers
It rains 250 days of the year, with regular strong winds, but Maatsuyker Island off Australia is paradise for one couple.
S. Korea dissolves sex slave foundation
The foundation compensated "comfort women" who were forced to work in Japan's military brothels.
Closures: Should Kiwibank customers expect better?
Johnsonville and Petone branches slated to close, but should Kiwi customers expect better?
Worker paid $1.98 an hour
Overworked migrant dairy worker pleaded with employers to "be human please".
Rise of carbon-lite investment funds
Want to cut your carbon footprint? Now you can invest to do so.
Māori may feature in popular game series
Māori characters could soon be a playable part of a wildly popular strategy game.
How do remote controls work?
How could a lump of plastic possibly change channels on a TV without any physical connection?
Trail added to land war app
A digital link to Taranaki's civil war past provides a "living document" to understand region's history.
The low-maintenance garden
This Christchurch garden is classically beautiful -- and it only takes five minutes to mow the lawns.
Beat dust mites this summer
Find out where they're thriving and how to beat the little critters.
Living as lighthouse keepers
It rains 250 days of the year, with regular strong winds, but Maatsuyker Island off Australia is paradise for one couple.
Disabilities and social media
The choice to share our family's story wasn't an easy one, but we're doing it to help others with disabilities.
Our new favourite Xmas jumper
Sir David Attenborough on a Christmas jumper? Attenbrrr!
What do we teach boys about sex?
OPINION: Girls are cautioned against "hyper-sexualisation" yet very little is done to protect boys.
Mo is for Movember
School rules say students can't have facial hair, but that hasn't stopped teachers from a New Plymouth all-boys school from donning a moustache.
Cut carbs instead of calories: study
Keen to maintain that weight loss? New study says restricting carbs - not calories - is your best bet.
Peanut allergy drug breakthrough
Large study reveals new drug could have lifesaving potential for people who have peanut allergies.
Mother's recipe for better life
Determined not to be defined by her circumstances, a Blenheim mum saved $20 a week for two years so she could set up her own business.
Family dispute over farmer's assets
A woman who claimed her mother changed the recording of almost $1 million in assets to benefit herself has lost her case to claim a share of the money.
A2 boss given shareholder thumbs up
A2 Milk shareholders are almost 100 per cent behind new chief executive Jayne Hrdlicka.
Meghan Markle's nephew spills goss
If you ever watched Made In Chelsea, The Royal World is the same thing but with an even more insufferable cast of privileged trust fund babies.
Aiming to be the next Cliff Curtis
He's rubbed shoulders with the Hollywood elite and now it's time for young Māori actor Adam Saunders to shine.
Northern Exposure to return?
There could be a new set of quirky characters for Dr Fleischman to meet if it goes ahead.
A taste of Northern Ireland
County Down has some of the best natural produce and ingredients in northern Europe.
Funniest wildlife pics of 2018
A squirrel caught in the act wins the top prize at Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.
Kiwis reveal what they call their cars
"Betty" has emerged as the most popular name for a car in New Zealand in a recent survey.
The SUV you can colour in
Citroen is embracing the SUV trend with quirky, very colourful C3 Aircross.
New cars for 2019: N-V
What might be the Top Cars of next year? Let's take a look, from N to V.
Disabilities and social media
The choice to share our family's story wasn't an easy one, but we're doing it to help others with disabilities.
Don't rain on pride parade
The ban on uniformed police participating in the Auckland Pride Parade is worth debating, not shouting down.
Teaching is like no other job
OPINION: It takes a special person to become a teacher, stay in the profession and enjoy the job.
Mo'unga must get Italy start
OPINION: The ABs are behind where they should be and need to make the change now, writes Paul Cully.
Williams settles fatal lawsuit
Tennis star Venus Williams has settled a wrongful death lawsuit related to a fatal car crash in Florida.
SJ backed to flourish in Oz
Former Warriors teammate says change of scenery could be the best thing for Shaun Johnson.
Becoming a road menace
Opinion: As he gets older Jim Tucker wonders if his driving is as good as it used to be.
Don't moan about cow poo, use it
OPINION: Embrace cow poo's potential instead of moaning and calling dairy farmers "dirty".
Mo'unga must get Italy start
OPINION: The ABs are behind where they should be and need to make the change now, writes Paul Cully.
MP makes BBC 100 Women list
Māori Development Minister Nanaia Mahuta recognised in global list of influential women.
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Radio silence from Defence Force
OPINION: The Defence Force has talked a big talk about its work targeting sexual harassment in the armed forces, says Alison Mau. But now, it suddenly has nothing to say.
Courts 'further victimise' women – Govt
Admitting concerns with the treatment of sex assault victims, the Government may ban defence lawyers from cross-examining complainants.
NZDF victims 'failed' by courts
The treatment of the victims of Air Force predator Sergeant Robert Roper has been criticised by QC.
Predator sergeant's jailhouse shadow
Servicewoman was locked in a cage and sexually assaulted. Now the Defence Force and the jailed officer who attacked her are demanding $200K.
Funniest wildlife photos of 2018
A squirrel caught in the act wins the top prize at Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.
Tattoo taboo in Taranaki?
Despite living in the region that holds Australasia's biggest tattoo festival, a psychology graduate with tattoos struggled to get a job.
Waterspouts spotted
Farm assistant John Karl Erickson wasn't surprised to see a water spout appear at 6.30am.
The grinch who stole Christmas lights
The festive season is looking a little less bright for one Auckland family.
Two babies three weeks apart
After five years of trying for a baby, they turned to a surrogate. Then they got pregnant, too.
In apology to my dogs
OPINION: Greer Berry's fur babies don't always get the love they deserve, but she certainly loves them.
Val Adams shows off baby bump
Shot putter posts first pic of her bump with her second child due in April.
'Badass' names for baby girls
Looking for a strong, feminist name for your daughter? Look no further.
Ask an expert: The Kimberley
If you want to be among the few lucky enough to visit this region, book early.
New York on a budget
There are bargains aplenty to be found in the Big Apple - if you know where to look.
Kiwi teachers staying overseas
Six-figure salaries, smaller classes and fewer hours: teaching abroad can be a 'pretty good gig'.
Instagrammable Rotorua
From an abundance of tranquil lakes to lush green forests to boiling lakes and natural hot pools galore, there is nowhere else quite like Rotorua.