WorldPope leaves faithful guessing over Easter appearancesPope's Easter role uncertain as health concerns linger despite surprise appearances.16 Apr 07:18 AM
New Zealand'I refuse to remain silent': Former Hato Pāora College student speaks out as priest is jailedFather Michael O'Donnell abused students, often targeting them at the tuck shop.08 Apr 04:00 AM
WorldPope Francis makes first public appearance after five weeks in hospitalThe 88-year-old waved from Rome's Gemelli hospital balcony, looking tired.23 Mar 05:05 PM
World‘No imminent danger’: Pope Francis’ condition stabilisesPope Francis is 88 and has been hospitalised since February 14 with pneumonia.11 Mar 09:10 PM
World‘Not out of danger’: Pope undergoes two procedures after respiratory failurePope Francis required two bronchoscopies due to breathing attacks on Monday.03 Mar 07:56 PM
CrimeEx-Catholic teacher’s 40th sex abuse conviction emerges as another victim steps forwardThe former Marist Brother has already been sentenced three times for preying on children.02 Mar 05:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘The nuns stole me’: Man’s decades-long search for birth family truthsIt took 36 years to meet his parents – and is taking almost as long to get answers.28 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldHow a new Pope is selectedWith the passing of Pope Francis the Catholic church must now choose a new leader, here's how it happens.Watch27 Feb 05:43 AM
LifestyleFrom potential priest to radio host: How Peter Wolfkamp became household name'Would celibacy have suited me? Possibly not.'24 Feb 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFrancis is in critical condition. What happens when a pope dies?New York Times: The time-honoured rituals have been refined over centuries.24 Feb 08:18 PM
WorldCritically ill Pope Francis had a good night, Vatican saysThe 88-year-old pope was hospitalised in critical condition with pneumonia in both lungs.24 Feb 09:30 AM
World‘Remains critical’: Pope Francis’ health concerns deepen in hospitalPope Francis, 88, is alert and hasn't had another respiratory attack.23 Feb 07:27 PM
WorldPope to stay in hospital with ‘complex’ respiratory conditionThe Pope, 88, was admitted with bronchitis last Friday.17 Feb 06:29 PM
New ZealandOne of priest’s victims feigned appendicitis hoping to avoid boarding school abuseMichael O'Donnell is the third Hato Pāora College staffer to be convicted of sex crimes.10 Feb 06:00 AM
BusinessTrump, Musk and AI: What happened at DavosStress less and chill out, WTO boss tells people about tariffs at meeting of global elite.23 Jan 09:20 PM
WorldGay men can train as priests but don’t flaunt it: Italy ChurchThey can train to become Catholic priests but not if they 'support so-called gay culture'.11 Jan 02:36 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: Historical abuse in state care Lead Coordination Minister announcementAnnouncement from the Lead Coordination Minister for the Government’s Response to the report into historical abuse in state care.Watch17 Dec 11:10 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Time to go well beyond sorry': What NZ churches have to do after abuse in care reportA survivor abused by four clergymen believes churches can change - but are not there yet.15 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAbuse in care Royal Commission apology: Survivors ‘hypervigilant', advocate saysSome people hyping up hope of big payouts - but reality may be tougher.24 Oct 02:24 AM
New ZealandObituary: Hawke’s Bay’s Maria van der Linden an ‘indomitable spirit’Maria taught for 26 years at St Joseph’s Māori Girls’ College.17 Oct 04:56 AM
New ZealandHeaven’s Helpline: An investigation into the Mormon churchOut now wherever you get your podcasts. Video / Ben Dickens / Jason DordayWatch16 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldPope finds fervent fans among Indonesia’s transgender communityNew York Times: Trans women in Jakarta celebrate Pope Francis' visit.06 Sep 01:16 AM
New Zealand'Well-known and respected': Bishop Denis George Browne, 86, dies after long illnessHe led the Hamilton diocese from 1994 to 2014 and a priest for more than 60 years.04 Sep 03:09 AM
NewsWhy Rome is going to get even busier in 2025Rome is expecting 32 million visitors next year because of this one event.12 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Difficult choice' as church leased to preschool'It’s not what we want to do, no one wants to close a church.'07 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldPriest sues queer dating app Grindr after being outedHe says outing led him to lose his job and suffer 'significant damage' to his reputation.28 Jul 01:18 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAbuse in Care: Survivor network says some victims overlooked, risks to children remain'Rapid access' to redress called for, survivor supporter says transparency is crucial.26 Jul 05:54 AM
New ZealandForced adoptions, starvation, beatings: Landmark report reveals horrors for unwed mumsThis is what happened to girls and women sent to unmarried mothers' homes.25 Jul 01:16 AM
New ZealandAT boss under fire and Catholic order stripped of authority | Focus Morning Bulletin July 16, 2024In today's headlines with Chereè Kinnear, criticism for AT boss, exorcism abuse claims and another legal win for Donald Trump.Watch15 Jul 07:51 PM
New ZealandVatican and Christchurch bishop strips authority from Catholic order The SonsA Christchurch-based Catholic order has had its authority removed and its priests have been stripped of their religious faculties. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael MorrahWatch15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandExorcisms and abuse: Vatican strips Christchurch Catholic order of authorityVatican investigated alleged unauthorised exorcisms and spiritual and psychological abuse.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPM defends minister after they admit not reading abuse reportMatt Doocey was sent a Royal Commission report into abuse last November.06 Jul 12:27 AM
Kahu'Always a kōrero to a name and a meaning': The family who's stayed in Taemaro Bay for centuriesSandra Heihei is the 17th generation of her family living in remote Taemaro Bay.30 Jun 05:00 PM
