WorldFree-for-all sexist attacks may 'turn off women' from politicsSexist attacks on PM Julia Gillard may discourage Australian women from entering politics, says Greens MP Adam Bandt.15 Jun 11:47 PM
New ZealandGrey District Council mulls 'eco' burialsA West Coast council is considering the creation of an "eco cemetery".12 Jun 07:21 PM
OpinionHannah Spyksma: Open letter to Eden Park tauntersHannah Spyksma's open letter: To the men who told me at Eden Park last Saturday evening: "If you don't like us using the word 'faggot' then don't come to the footy..."11 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandOutcome of gay case to stay secretThe outcome of a Human Rights Commission complaint by a lesbian couple who say they were discriminated against when a Whangarei lodge would not let them share a bed will only be made public if both sides agree.11 Jun 02:00 AM
WorldTrial raises fears of racial unrestThe eyes of a nation will be on a case that tore open America's old racial wounds.10 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandTaxis deny disabledBooking a last-minute taxi is impossible for Aucklanders confined to wheelchairs, a Herald on Sunday survey has revealed. And when they do get a taxi, they are charged extra.08 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandRacism, threats on sidelinesThe Race Relations Commissioner has condemned racism at junior sports events, as a new survey reveals high levels of racial abuse on the sidelines.08 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandLeague star blames 'old boys' network'Kiwis legend Tawera Nikau has hit out at the lack of Maori representation on the NZ Rugby League board.07 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandTattoo case boss backs Air NZ's banThe owner of a spit roast catering company who won the right to ask an employee to cover up her tattoo is backing Air New Zealand's decision not to hire a woman sporting a traditional ta moko on her lower arm.31 May 05:30 PM
WorldReligion stopping France from embracing gay marriageOf all European countries, you might have thought, France would have taken gay marriage in its stride.31 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandDevoy silent on Peters' China attackJudith Collins says Race Relations Commissioner Dame Susan Devoy is right not to comment on Winston Peters' latest attack on the growing Chinese presence in Auckland.24 May 05:30 PM
WorldMan shot point-blank in NYC hate crimeA gay man was shot dead in New York City while walking with his partner in what police are calling a hate crime.19 May 04:43 AM
WorldGays 'afraid to show sexuality' in EuropeTwo-thirds of Europe's lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community are still afraid to show their sexuality in public, and a quarter have been victims of physical or verbal attacks, a European Union report says.18 May 05:30 PM
WorldRed state has trouble living with rising pink brigadeThe Russian Parliament is preparing to pass a bill that would outlaw "homosexual propaganda", which has prompted fears of a rise in homophobic violence, in a society that has little tolerance of gay people.17 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandDisabled man tells of airline woesA disabled passenger says he was barred from boarding a flight after he missed check-in by three minutes when his electric wheelchair broke down.16 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandWe're entitled to discriminate: B&B ownerA Northland couple are outraged and hurt at being denied accommodation at the Pilgrim Planet Lodge because of "who we are".10 May 05:30 PM
BusinessWomen urged to change tactics to win boardroom goalsWomen need to change the conversation from one about rights to one about strategy and economic benefits if they want to improve diversity on boards, according to one top American executive.02 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandYounger Kiwis more enlightenedKiwis are more polite about their racism than people in other parts of the world, says university lecturer Camille Nakhid.27 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandWe're not racist, but ...As a conference this weekend looks at how racism affects Auckland, Susan Edmunds examines the progress we have made and the work left to do.27 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandWage equality for carers to be tested in courtCaregiver Kristine Bartlett believes her hourly wage of $14.46 is less than what would be paid to male employees with the same or similar skills.26 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandPay gap between sexes growsThe pay divide between men and women has widened by another 80c an hour since the turn of the millennium.26 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandMigrant groups claim NZ not racist country despite pollMigrant groups aren't convinced New Zealand is a racist country, despite a new poll indicating overwhelmingly that it is.25 Apr 05:30 PM
KahuTalk of restarting Pigs' watch on copsReinstating the "Pig Patrol" may be the only way of fixing discrepancies in prosecution rates between Pakeha and Maori and Pacific peoples, a former member says.12 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandRacism march heats upPolice formed a human barricade to stop factions clashing in a white power protest today in Christchurch.23 Mar 03:02 AM
OpinionGarrick Cooper and Danielle Davis: Racism in Godzone a hidden evilThe renowned poet Hone Tuwhare wrote a poem entitled, A Pakeha Friend Tells a Maori Joke.18 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandAnti-gay marriage leaflets distributed in AucklandOpponents of same-sex marriage are being slammed for distributing leaflets saying legalising the move will result in more incidences of AIDS and syphilis, and see the end of titles such as "husband and wife".11 Mar 06:09 PM
New ZealandChurches urge MPs to protect opponents of gay marriageChurch leaders are making a last-minute appeal to MPs to protect teachers who believe marriage should only be between opposite sexes even if Louisa Wall's gay marriage bill is passed tomorrow.11 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionPaul ThomasPaul Thomas: Now it's the sex police who are the odd onesIf we've learned anything from recent history, it's that people whose own sex lives are unedifying don't necessarily let that stop them damning others' proclivities.08 Mar 04:30 PM
OpinionDebbie Hager: Celebration? It's a national day of shameA UN body's list of concerns shows how much women are being disadvantaged in NZ, writes Debbie Hager.07 Mar 08:30 PM
