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Mother-daughter showdown set for NZ Manu championship final
Defending champion Fa’atupuinati Berking will compete against her mother, Honani.

‘Emotionally draining’: The burial mishap that left a family heartbroken
The family faced turmoil when told the plot was single, not double.

‘Grave moral guilt’: What killer cult did as 8yo lay dying
'You had no right, and on judgment day, God will see you for what you truly are.'

'Iconic' 15-year-old pig came with a couple's new home: 'She was on the chattels list'
'Bella isn't just a pet, she’s an icon.'

How Efeso Collins' legacy continues to inspire South Auckland youth
The former Auckland councillor's mural was unveiled in Manukau, South Auckland.

Planes, trains and European tours: This week's best travel deals
The world is filled with adventure.

Opinion: Five reasons Boomer men had it easier than the rest of us
OPINION: Boomer men grew up during a time of full employment and rising wages.

How being an only child shapes personality and parenthood
Isabeau Brimeau, an only child, speaks to others without siblings about their experiences.

Elon Musk locked in custody battle over ‘13th child’ with MAGA influencer
Musk allegedly acknowledged the child in text messages included in the filing.

‘Stronger together’: Nadia Lim on 20-year journey with Carlos Bagrie
The famous foodie and her farmer husband reflect on their extraordinary life together.

Review: Is Alec Baldwin’s new reality show trying to rehabilitate his image? ‘This series is a low point’
'Whether or not he’ll be able to revive his career remains to be seen.'

BBC journalist’s ‘emotional’ journey to finding long-lost Kiwi family
Laura Ancell and her mum promised her dad they would find his Kiwi father. Did they?

I was a bad father – how do I live with the regret?
New York Times: When obsessing over the past is taking over your life.

You probably have a ‘favourite’ child – a new study reveals which and why
Gender, birth order and personality influence which child receives preferential treatment.

Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki facing family heartbreak
The church leader shared details online amid a week of increased attention.

The most common surname for NZ babies born last year revealed
Singh secured the top spot for the seventh year in a row.

Why some parents are reviving landlines for children
Want to avoid the pitfalls of smartphones and social media? Home phones might help.

‘Almost died three times’: Flava host K’Lee reveals baby health scares
“We had a really morbid chat every day for about six weeks.”

Does everyone - including dad - get a holiday on board a Disney cruise?
Of course the kids love it, but is it heaven or hell for parents?

How to bring order to chaos in your home
New York Times: Professional organisers share their favourite helpful books.

I had a baby with my gay best friend – here’s why it’s the perfect arrangement
OPINION: It has come with its challenges, but in many ways I’m getting a much better deal.