'It's OK to keep living'
After losing her husband and son 16 days apart, Julie Zarifeh got by through "active grieving".
Traffic on the move
All traffic now being allowed through on SH1 near Wellington, after 17-hour hold up caused by a truck crash.
Surfer mauled by great white shark
Bite marks and a large tooth were left in the man's surfboard after the attack in Northland.
Collapsed company's final project
His building firm is in liquidation. But works continue on Kelvin Hale's new mansion.
Ross to remain in Parliament
Jami-Lee Ross says he won't step down as he admits to an affair with a married female MP.
Clinical finsh puts Canty in final
Late Mitchell Drummond try keeps red-and-blacks on track to win a 10th title in 11 years.
Fears drug could come too late
Julie Bunnell says she is one of the lucky ones, despite a grim breast cancer diagnosis.
Bishop delays cathedral decision
A decision on Christchurch's quake-damaged Catholic cathedral was due by the end of this year.
Aviation dynasty lays grief bare
Relative of Wanaka helicopter crash victim says "you don't become immune to this, no-one does".
Mayor to boss: 'That's utter bulls...'
The war over a skifield that led to some salty email exchanges between the local mayor and the mountain boss.
Housing affordability has nothing to do with avocados
House prices are stabilising, so now we can all buy property? Well, no. We explore why houses are still unaffordable.
The remotest rugby team
Players don't think twice when travelling from far and wide for NZ's most isolated rugby team, who lose every week.
'Māori not treated equally'
It's a 'sick, racist' health system which some say is a humanitarian crisis. Now the treatment of Māori is under the under the microscope.
Censor on trial for corruption
11:46 PM China's former internet czar is accused of taking $7 million in bribes.
Trump aides in 'shouting match'
The US president's chief of staff stormed off after clash with national security adviser, sources say.
US sours on Canadian pot users
Admitting to border patrol you smoked legal cannabis in Canada could see you banned from the US.
Egg business makes bank
NZ's biggest egg business sold for $285 million, and created a new rich lister.
Truckies face safety hit
Trucking companies eye Christmas deadlines as NZTA review concerns mount.
Phone shopping? Here's what to watch for
OPINION: Be wary when browsing for new technology.
Is Galaxy Watch worth buying?
REVIEW: New smartwatch is good fun, but won't suit everyone.
Claude Megson house wows
One of the best examples of the late Mid-century architect's work is up for sale in Remuera.
5 remarkable NZ homes
From hidden and quirky to elaborate and luxurious, these Kiwis made their home dreams come true.
One couple's van life
While out walking, this Australian couple accidentally made big decisions about their future.
Is it finally 'OK' to be child-free?
It was once considered a moral failing for a woman not to have a baby - but times have changed.
This is how my anxiety looks
I didn't think of myself as an anxious person, until the birth of my daughter, says former MP Holly Walker.
Karlie Kloss's surprise wedding
The model has become Ivanka Trump's sister-in-law after marrying businessman Joshua Kushner.
Sophie's selfless choice
The 7-year-old asked friends to give her only pyjamas as gifts. She then donated all 23 pairs.
Wellington girl writes for Unicef
Ten-year-old publishes first novel to help children from war-torn countries.
Model takes on Victoria's Secret
OPINION: "I've felt like s... every year looking at that show," says the model who's trying to change it.
Weekend forecast: more chippies, less soup
Supermarket sales show Labour Weekend is when Kiwis finally get it that summer is here.
Lacklustre dairy sales for Canterbury
Only 15 dairy farms found buyers in Canterbury over the past year.
$70k fine, $130k reparations for tractor death
Farmer charged for not ensuring safety of workers.
Five reasons to go to Armageddon
From Cosplay to Christina Ricci, here's why you should drop into Auckland's ASB Showgrounds.
Vice reporter pranks Aussie TV
Australia Weekend Sunrise wanted to interview Oobah Butler about hoaxes, so he sent them an impersonator.
MAFS's Yuki feels the pressure
While other contestants relationships seem to crumbling, Yuki reveals what it's really like being the most rock-solid couple.
Leave NZ, get a pay rise
Before she moved to London, Emma Linden's life wasn't a lot of fun. Now she's richer, and more fulfilled.
We did 6 Disney parks in 1 day
US couple Heather and Clark Ensminger on their "surreal" 4000km cross-country day.
China's epic bridge opens soon
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau route will be the world's longest sea-crossing bridge.
Labour weekend traffic woes
Road closures thanks to chemical spills and police chases have marred motorists' start to the long weekend.
Journalists complain to Commerce Commission about AA
Will the real New Zealand Car of the Year award please stand up?
GM's original cat vid
In this week's Friday Fast Lane: GM harnessed the awesome power of the cat vid long before the internet, a pretentious man makes a shiny rhino and BIG V8s!
National is losing a dirty game
OPINION: Simon Bridges dug his own grave and his party is falling apart. There's no hope for him now.
I've been a victim too
OPINION: Men are often subject to violence and inequality, but no-one wants to acknowledge it. That's why I'm sharing my story.
Meth made sister a monster
We've given everything a family could, yet she still ended up at rock bottom - and is dragging her kids down with her.
National has betrayed women
OPINION: Gagging a woman from speaking about Jami-Lee Ross harassment is morally bankrupt. It silences them all over again.
Am I being ripped off on power?
OPINION: And is there any way to stop intellectually disabled person taking out more debt?
Rugby's annus awful-ness
OPINION: It's been a tough year to be a rugby fan in Taranaki. Even tougher to be a player.
Killing taints family milestones
Spyros Voudouris celebrated his 18th by having a beer with his dad. Not at the pub, but at his grave.
Mayor to boss: 'That's utter bulls...'
The war over a skifield that led to some salty email exchanges between the local mayor and the mountain boss.
Kids and their stitches
Instagram has brought some new people into embroidery - and they're young, too.
Leave NZ, get a pay rise
Before she moved to London, Emma Linden's life wasn't a lot of fun. Now she's richer, and more fulfilled.
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From #MeToo to #WeToo
Sexually assaulted at age 13, Brittany Cosgrove brought the #WeToo message to NZ. This week, the PM took it to the world.
Really? Kathryn Beck?
OPINION: Alison Mau argues it's wrong for outgoing Law Society president to lead a taskforce into culture change.
Rachel MacGregor's bad soap opera
Endless stress, staggering expense, and a monumental imbalance of power.
MacGregor v Craig reveals glitch
OPINION: Colin Craig legal battle is not just about Rachel MacGregor – it's about every Kiwi who might find themselves in her position.
Xi thought-mapped for the masses
No, it's not a "nightmarish subway map" - it's a handy directory to the Chinese president's brain.
Kids and their stitches
Instagram has brought some new people into embroidery - and they're young, too.
The strange items we try to post
Kiwis have attempted to mail bloody deer antlers, fish, imitation grenades and birthday cakes this year.
Bloom of death comes early
Plant famous for flowering only once in its life of 10 to 30 years set to bloom after only four.
Epilepsy drug in pregnancy under review
Kiwi mum pleads for inquiry into harm caused by exposure to anti-epileptic medicines during pregnancy.
The truth about returning to NZ
After years of exploration and adventure, settling back into little old NZ can be tough.
Meals worth travelling for
If you love getting away to discover new places but equally love good food, indulge both your passions to hunt out great eateries around New Zealand.
Expat tales: Life in dynamic Dubai
Aucklander Michelle Lee enjoys the fast pace and ambition of her adopted homeland.