PoliticsPM’s reshuffle marks historic first but cuts number of Nat Māori MPs in Cabinet to oneChristopher Luxon’s revision of roles brings the first female Leader of the House. 07 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumWorldThe women who believe women should lose the right to voteNew York Times: Adherents to biblical patriarchy say their extreme ideas are catching on.06 Apr 11:22 PM
Sport'I'm pretty much it': Meet the country’s only fulltime female wrestling refAnna Wood hopes her role inspires young girls to see a future for themselves in wrestling.05 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Regressive attitudes towards gender and sex rear their ugly heads19 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘That could be me’: Air NZ’s groundbreaking all-female flight aims to inspire future pilots07 Mar 04:00 PM
Travel newsMarch festivals put women and culture centre stageCelebrate women, culture, food and craft beer this March.28 Feb 05:00 PM
PoliticsCalls for political parties to make repealing pay equity changes a ‘bottom line’The just-released report’s fierce criticism is based on submissions from the public. 24 Feb 12:44 AM
WorldJapan puts faith in first female prime ministerExit polls suggest Sanae Takaichi’s LDP will secure 316 of 465 seats.08 Feb 10:42 PM
New Zealand'Somebody had to do something': 'Mother of K Rd' honoured for decades of advocacyAt 73, Karen Ritchie has spent more than three decades fighting stigma and abuse.22 Jan 04:00 AM
SportSports honours: The stars and quiet achievers in the New Year HonoursScott Dixon, Lorraine Moller and Martin Guptill are among those recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldUK teachers to tackle misogyny in classroomAll English secondary schools must teach consent and healthy relationships.18 Dec 05:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: How female referees can help men's rugbyOPINION: NZ Rugby now ranks among the leaders in promoting women referees globally.26 Nov 05:31 AM
SportWomen pack a punch at Hastings Giants' 10-year milestoneA once boys-only boxing academy now thrives as talented young women reshape its future.19 Nov 04:15 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperAlice Soper: An IOC transgender athlete ban will continue a long tradition of exclusionThe IOC’s new ‘Protection of the Female Category’ plan proposes a trans ban.18 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAni O'Brien: IOC moving toward ban on transgender athletes is a moment of truthOPINION: The IOC is poised to ban trans women from competing in female Olympic events.18 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay winemaker launches pink‑walled cellar door with all‑female team'Men shouldn't be offended' – Swift Wines' cellar door features a bold, hot‑pink wall.14 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Te PouShane Te Pou: Ministers meddling in public sector pay negotiations is dumb politicsMinisters received a 10% pay rise while warning nurses and teachers off strikes.25 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlice SoperQuotas are the crowbar women’s sport needed – Alice SoperOPINION: Olympic gold medallist Jo Aleh joins Team NZ as part of its Cup defence.24 Oct 09:01 PM
WorldChina hawk Takaichi named Japan's first woman PMHer minority coalition faces a crucial visit from US President Donald Trump.21 Oct 07:11 AM
WorldInside the appeal reviving France's most disturbing marital rape sagaOnly one of 51 convicted men, Husamettin Dogan, has maintained his appeal.06 Oct 05:56 PM
WorldSanae Takaichi set to become Japan’s first woman Prime MinisterA close ally of Shinzo Abe, she backs aggressive spending and strict immigration rules.04 Oct 07:02 AM
New Zealand'There's only one driver's seat': Canadian podcaster calls for men to lead relationshipsKiwi commentators reject his dominant masculinity theory in episode 2 of The Elephant.01 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Elephant | Is it toxic or just masculinity?A Canadian podcaster and “brofluencer” claims Kiwi men should take the lead in relationships, because “there’s only one driver’s seat in a car”. Video / Herd ProductionsWatch01 Oct 04:00 PM
World'Presidenta! Presidenta!': Crowds rally behind Sheinbaum after first year in officeClaudia Sheinbaum marks her first year as Mexico's first female president.30 Sep 05:00 PM
OpinionWhy are young women embracing traditional gender roles?OPINION: The online manosphere and tradwives movements may be behind the shift.29 Sep 07:02 AM
OpinionI’m a busy working mum. This is what I thought of Jacinda Ardern’s children’s bookDoes the former PM's new picture book Mum's Busy Work relate to the everyday working mum?22 Sep 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Outrageous': Anger at Government changes to equal pay lawsThe law change halted 33 active pay equity claims across key sectors.20 Sep 02:15 AM
Employment'A wake-up call': Female-only start-ups get fraction of capital fundingOf roughly $160m of capital investment, female start-ups received just $4.5m.16 Sep 05:00 PM