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Back from the depths: Brad Smeele's incredible new adventure
Brad Smeele was a champion wakeboarder until an accident left him with no limb feeling.
Beloved Kiwi author Joy Cowley: 'I'm losing my eyesight'
Author Joy Cowley has revealed she has just under 30 per cent eyesight left.
British explorer Adrian Hayes recalls last moments with Kiwis who died on K2
Hayes was with NZ climbers Marty and Denali Schmidt when they were killed by an avalanche.
How did we get so woke? The rise of virtue signalling
Kiwis are quick to publicly embrace and declare their support for socially just causes.
Big Read: Meet the man who cleans up the crime scenes
GRAPHIC WARNING: Carl Loader attends crime scenes to clean up after police have finished.
The unhealthy selfie - Why your smartphone is out to get you
Mobile phones can be a real pain in the neck ... and the hands, eyes and ears.
Device use leading to neck injuries for kids as young as 4
Handheld device use is believed to be leading to injuries for young children.
Zoned out: The boys who pushed through inequality
Terrance Wallace turned a terrifying experience into something positive.
Sleeping with the fishes... Kiwi's $73,000 a night underwater hotel
The Muraka resort sleeps up to six adults and three children
Unsung heroes: The medics of World War I
Fighting to keep soldiers alive was a force of brave medics.
New book offers glimpse into Sam Hunt's private world
Colin Hogg on Sam Hunt: He's the brightest person I've ever met but he's funny as a flea.
The giant lifestyle of tiny house residents
A new book lifts the roof on the people who live in tiny homes.
'Disbelief and horror': The life of a war photographer
Renowned New Zealand photojournalist Wade Goddard launches book of images.
The Kiwi taking on Janis Joplin classic to save lives
Suzanne Lynch leads vocals in a remake of Piece of My Heart to raise funds for Lifeline.
Mark of respect: Sam Neill gets first tattoo
Kiwi acting great gets first tattoo during filming of TV series Uncharted with Sam Neill.
'We're getting very close now': Branson, Kiwis set to rocket into space
Nine Kiwis are booked on Virgin Galactic's space tourism flights moving towards lift-off.
People on Bikes to take viewers on ride of their lives
New TV show aims to get more Kiwis on to bikes for transport, recreation and fun.
'Smashing yourself': Warning over new fitness trend
Kiwi fitness expert calls for guidelines around high-intensity interval training.
Antiques stores consigned to history
Collectables shops have been shutting down around New Zealand.
Stress relief: Is your job making you sick?
Bosses looking at stopping work-related emails being sent to employees outside work hours.
The Big Read: Work, life and stress. It's making you sick - what you can do to fix it
Kiwis advised to de-stress and switch off as workplace pressure rises
Has reality TV reached peak nastiness?
New reality show gets flak but real-life drama on our screens unlikely to be dialled back.
Jordan Luck's battle with the booze
Jordan Luck would drink from the moment he got up to when he'd fall asleep.
Why does booze do this to me? Jordan Luck on 36 beers a day
Stars tell of battles with drinking on Alcoholics Anonymous' 70th anniversary in NZ.
What's in a name? Personalised ads hit the target
New personalised advertising in New Zealand caters to a desire for connection
The rise of the death doulas
End-of-life doulas are empowering those in the final stages of their lives.
One P-exposed baby born every week
The methamphetamine scourge is harming our youngest and most vulnerable.
Ella Williams chases breaks to rule surfing world
Kiwi surfer Ella Williams flies to Mexico to continue globetrotting bid to be world No 1
Border patrol dogs get plush new kennels
New Zealand's biosecurity detector dogs have a plush new 80-kennel home
Parents' crusade after losing baby boy to disease
Baby boy's struggle with mysterious disease inspires funding of first national study.
Stretched lifesavers need funding swell
Surf lifesavers are giving more time and rescuing more people but funding remains short.
Life-long lovebirds wouldn't be kept apart
Couple with dementia were able to stay together and be cared for in a secure apartment.
'Oh darling, it's so good to have you back': A mum's joy as top cyclist battles back from crash
Cyclist Alexander Ray's mum delighted hearing him speak for first time since road crash
Dead husband's Kiwi dream for son a reality
Widow of taxi driver killed in horror crash can continue husband's dream for baby son
History repeats for Split Enz fans
ENZSO, in which the NZ Symphony Orchestra performed Split Enz hits, has been recreated
Golfing great takes a swing at park plans
Sir Bob Charles backs lobby group opposing scaling back of Chamberlain Park Golf Course
The Ridges' TV show home up for rent
Ex-boarding home Sally Ridge was doing up on The Ridge's TV show now finished, up for rent
From Nasa to Alexandra - scientist returns to lead Kiwi space research
Kiwi Delwyn Moller returning home to use discoveries from space to help life in NZ
Everybody Eats when star chefs cook leftovers
Pay-as-you-feel restaurant Everybody Eats feeds hundreds of Auckland's 'in need' each week
Frontline in the war against the stink bug
A report from the front line in campaign to keep the brown marmorated stink bug out of NZ.
How simple screening device can save babies' lives
A simple screening device which indicates heart defects in newborns can save their lives.
Kiwis reveal secret behind Beatles song
Kiwi academics say Beatles song Savoy Truffle was metaphor for bitter-sweet relationship.
Muse who wed George Harrison, then Eric Clapton coming to NZ
Muse who wed George Harrison, then Eric Clapton will tell life story in a show in Auckland
Food-scrap bin collection starts in Auckland
Auckland Council begins new food scraps collection service, to eventually become city-wide
'No sex or drugs on Facebook' athletes told
Kiwis told to "respect the black singlet" in social media posts.
Liam Malone: From blade runner to marathon man
Paralympics double gold sprint medallist Liam Malone is training for his first marathon.
#MeToo sees surge in Kiwi women seeking help
#MeToo has surge in NZ women contacting helplines but highlighted shortage of counsellors.
Joseph Parker's Mum: No more trash talking
Sala and Dempsey Parker tell how they support son Joseph as he prepares for boxing history
'Captain Underpants' in ride of life for Kiwi kids
Starship paediatrician to transform into superhero for fundraising cycle the length of NZ.
Push for concerts at Eden Park lifts off
Eden Park Trust wants music and cultural events to be held at the iconic sports venue.
Auckland's 23-day party kicks off
23-day Volvo Ocean Race stopover celebrations start today at Auckland's Viaduct Harbour
Up in smoke: How vaping might save smokers
The vaping phenomenon is rising rapidly as people continue to look at ways to quit smoking
Smokers turning to e-cigarettes
Thousands of Kiwis using e-cigarettes but regulations around use still to be introduced
Bars seek licenses to screen Parker fight
Bars are seeking special licenses to screen the Parker v Joshua bout on Easter Sunday.
Kiwi 'Auntie' on top of Aussie rugby ruck
New head of Rugby Australia, Kiwi game changer Raelene Castle, is on a whirlwind ride
Harbour Bridge continuing to shine a light
Auckland Harbour Bridge continuing to shine with new light shows for festive events.
Best places to see the Auckland Harbour Bridge light up tonight
The Auckland Harbour Bridge will come alive in a brilliant sight and sound show.
Lemon juice in the morning? A dental warning
Precautions advised around drinking lemon water to prevent possible risk to tooth enamel.
Auckland Harbour Bridge to shine tonight
Auckland Harbour Bridge will be lit up Sat night 27-1 with Vector Lights audio-visual show
Dame Annette King: Her life in and out of politics
Former Labour deputy leader Dame Annette King reflects on life in and out of politics.
Harbour bridge trips the light fantastic
The Auckland Harbour Bridge is being lit up in a show which celebrates city's cultures.
Richlister's plan to give away $400m
Sir Owen Glenn tells of health, business, philanthropy & leaving much of wealth to charity
Sir Owen Glenn gifts art centre $3m
Sir Owen Glenn is donating $3m to the restoration of Rotorua's performing arts centre
Kiwi wrestling star flying high in lucha libre
Kiwi pro wrestler Niwa McIlroy is a star in Mexico's lucha libre as pin-up Johnny Idol.
The NZer who makes a living doing handstands
Miguel Sant'ana travels the world teaching people how to perform handstands.
New knights and dames in New Year Honours
Contributors to NZ community, culture, entertainment, sport recognised in New Year Honours
Joy Cowley receives NZ's highest honour
Children's author Joy Cowley tops New Year Honours list with the Order of New Zealand.
Airport in record holiday season
41,000 passengers will use Auck Airport's international terminal on Dec 23 - a busiest day
Giant bugs stars of blockbuster show
Weta Workshop & Te Papa's blockbuster Bug Lab exhibition opens at Auckland Zoo.
McCartney-themed gifts coming up for Christmas
An online store is offering a range of Paul McCartney & Wings-themed Christmas merchandise
Tiki Taane basking in a new world of light
Tiki Taane, 40, is as busy as ever gigging and making music from his solar-powered studio.
Ronald McDonald House back on the cards?
Decision to drop plans for Ronald McDonald House at Middlemore Hospital is being reviewed.
Giant bugs stars of blockbuster show
Weta Workshop & Te Papa's blockbuster Bug Lab exhibition to open at Auckland Zoo.
Comeback king returns to inspire young riders
Comeback king Andrew Nicholson is bringing his family home.
Stories from the graves
Chance to see burial practices and find past generations at Waikumete Cemetery open day
White-hot night for $14m crunch game
A crowd of around 38,000 football fans will urge on their teams in Cup qualifier today.
Breakers star: 'This is for you, Mum'
US import NZ Breakers star is living his hoop dreams to honour his mum's memory