Uber is introducing a new safety feature which logs drivers off the app after 13 hours

The group chucked in their 9-5 jobs for an around-the-world adventure.

The owner said she'd be willing to take the matter to court if the thief could be found.

What was supposed to be a meaningful holiday ended in tragedy for Rikki Hotene's family.

More complaints about new bin tag system have come flooding in.

Full bins with the tags taken were left for days on the side of the road, says resident.

The pair briefly debated whether they should accept the award.

The Herald found Kiwis were being charged up to three times as much for some items.

Egg-scuse me but is it any good?

Predatory behaviour of some private parking companies "cannot continue", says Faafoi.

Used car sellers are also banned from selling any affected vehicles within the country.

The annual New Year festival injects millions into Gisborne's economy

The poorer communities of South Auckland will be hit hard by a regional fuel tax.

AA warning both council and Government Aucklanders need to see tax benefits quickly.

Searches and sales on heating ballooned as the first real chill of winter started to bite.

Postal services are saved by local intervention, as bars and restaurants keep multiplying.

High bills or unexpected back bills were most commonly complained about.

Spanish decor combines with French-style cuisine and Kiwi flair.

Paradise's popularity is legendary.

The Herald rang petrol countries around the Super City to see how prices varied.

Motorists are keen on trying to make their money stretch a little further.

These are the most expensive places to buy fuel in New Zealand.

An Auckland midwife says rising petrol prices are stretching her finances too thinly.

AA calling for a tax reduction to curb prices as 91 octane reaches $2.30 a litre.

Where does your fuel station stack up around the country?

The Auckland woman said she was shocked to hear how strict the rules were.

The teenager was on a bike at the time of the crash, which happened about 11pm on Friday.

Moves to tackle child poverty welcomed, but advocates say beneficiaries let down.

After an anxious wait, KidsCan has learned it will be funded for another 12 months.

Funding for housing and addressing child poverty a good start some say, but more is needed

Spending on police and no changes to benefit sanctions have been criticised by advocates

Efforts to tackle child poverty in this year's Budget have been met with mixed responses.

"There's nothing more important to New Zealand than the wellbeing of its children."

Two new child poverty reduction units are being established to combat the social issue.

The pods were advertised on Trade me last year, but failed to get council consent.

Funding for mental health, first home buyers and public transport were high priorities

Chorus has promised to fix the line permanently after a string of temporary fixes

It's a work in progress, but Malcolm's show has flashes of brilliance

Social Pages has defended itself and says complainants suffer from "buyer's remorse".

The World saga raises questions about why people are willing to pay more for labels

A year since her son died in a Japanese hospital, Martha Savage is lobbying for change

The taxi driver stopped to help the man who said he'd suffered a seizure.

We love to treat our mums to flowers, chocolate and a thoughtful card on Mother's Day.

Do not miss this show.

Tess Nichol enjoys the solitude of a redwood forest, with only a few youthful distractions

Charitable pop-up restaurant offering footwear as well as food

Frosty mornings are back, but there are some simple - and cheap - ways to stay warm.

Once the teething problems are ironed out, we'll be back.

The experienced climber suffered serious injuries including a broken jaw when he fell

Matafeo goes for broke in an hour of non-stop energy and laughter

Comic has value even when he doesn't quite hit mark.

Satyam Chetty was jailed for 10 years for two rapes, including that of a 13-year-old.

'Compacting cycle' broke open safe, revealing estimated $30,000 cash to contractors.

The man and his family say fixing the faulty landline is a matter of life or death.

Desperate, the Epsom woman called Utility Disputes who fast-tracked her repairs.

A 54-year-old man is in a critical but stable condition at Middlemore Hospital.

Tensions are rising between parking enforcement and Uber drivers at Princes Wharf.

Both consumer watchdogs and staff within the industry have welcomed regulation.

One family of four had to sleep on the floor for more than a week after moving house.

The Government has signalled regulation is on the cards for the contentious practice

Customers say they paid for their beds up front, but the orders were never delivered.

No matter what time of day or night, this eatery delivers.

Local police have called diesel mechanic apprentice Andrew Field's action "heroic"

Matt Silver is still looking for a new home for his unique collection, which didn't sell.

Workers of Mt Eden Huckleberry have backed down from industrial action.

Demand for gender reveal supplies is taking of as Kiwis start to mimic global trend

Warnings of a chilly night quickly changed to reports of 100km/h winds in Auckland.

Kiwis weigh in on Taika Waititi's racism comments.

Teacher tells watchdog of the prejudice in examining the 'disgusting' allegations.

Father of 8-year-old schoolboy gobsmacked after a huge tax bill is sent to his son by IRD.

More than 200,000 drivers have checked to see whether their car is part of the recall.

Consumer says people selling their home should shop around, and don't be scared to haggle.

Fed up with parties every weekend, locals have blocked the carpark off with a campervan.

He may have been beaten, but the fans are still cheering for Joseph Parker.

Destructive cyclones and changing climate - how long can New Zealand provide fresh food?

The Mt Eden restaurant's sushi fries are the latest twist on the classic favourite.

How to make your Facebook a little more secure in wake of Cambridge Analytica.

Tess Nichol finds five things to do in Rotovegas, no matter the weather.