PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA NZ spy, massacres, and a daring rescue - a tiny nation's bloody road to peaceA violent backlash killed hundreds and left thousands displaced.20 Sep 12:05 AM
New ZealandRebels who kidnapped Kiwi pilot in West Papua propose terms of releaseThey're asking the NZ government, including police and army, to escort the pilot.18 Sep 09:58 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldPope finds fervent fans among Indonesia’s transgender communityNew York Times: Trans women in Jakarta celebrate Pope Francis' visit.06 Sep 01:16 AM
TravelBali on three budgets: From broke to big spenderSave or splurge, Bali caters to every type of budget.01 Sep 07:05 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful soul': Family devastated after son dies in motorcycle accident on Indonesian holidayJacob Lenton was on his first overseas trip with mates when the tragedy happened.24 Aug 05:00 AM
WorldDozens of sheep die during live export from Australia to IndonesiaThe Australian Livestock Exporters Council characterised the incident as regrettable.18 Aug 09:26 PM
Travel10 cruises in Asia for every style and budgetTick off all your must-see destinations in one, easy trip.16 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandPolice probe after Kiwi professor dies while snorkelling in IndonesiaIndonesian media reported that Liu died after “becoming exhausted” from swimming.16 Aug 02:54 AM
TravelExplore the world from one ocean to the next with this week's Travel dealsA cruise for every style of traveller.12 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandRelease of captive NZ pilot in Papua remains ‘top priority’ for Government after killing of fellow KiwiNZ Government seeks answers over how separatist rebels killed chopper pilot.07 Aug 02:24 AM
New Zealand'No more bloodshed': Liberation leader's plea after Kiwi pilot shot dead in PapuaHis family say he was 'the most caring and loving husband and dad'.06 Aug 08:07 PM
New Zealand'Our hearts are broken': Family devastated by Kiwi pilot's Papua death as rebel group denies responsibilityHis family say he was "the most caring and loving husband and dad".06 Aug 06:42 AM
TravelA family trip to Bali could get $210 cheaper in October - here's whyIn 2023, Bali hosted almost 5.3 million foreign tourists.22 Jul 09:35 PM
TravelMove over Galapagos, these islands have dragonsCome face-to-face with a beast from the east.21 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelFrom China to Japan and back to Bali, it's all about Asia in this week's travel dealsDiscover hidden treasures with these top travel discounts.08 Jul 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessWorld headed for ‘food wars’, warns major commodities traderFinancial Times: Concerns protectionist policies are exacerbating inflation,26 Jun 06:56 PM
TravelWould you base your next holiday around this pungent, spiky fruit?Don't knock it til you've tried it.11 Jun 12:00 AM
WorldMum-of-four eaten whole by python in IndonesiaLocals found her belongings and then saw the snake with a swollen belly.10 Jun 02:10 AM
TravelAir NZ makes shock announcement about Bali flightsThe airline has made a major change to its direct service.06 Jun 08:59 PM
TravelThrow yourself into adventure with this week's global travel dealsSave on your next trip with these hot deals.03 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldAt least 15 dead after flash floods, cold lava flow in IndonesiaCold lava flows from Mt Marapi, triggering deadly floods.12 May 09:02 AM
Travel newsRough Guides' readers pick world's most beautiful countries – does NZ even rank?Discover where your favourite destinations sit among the 20 top-ranked nations.08 May 03:15 AM
LifestyleWild orangutan uses medicinal plant to treat his own woundIt's the latest example of how some animals can soothe themselves with wild remedies.03 May 02:10 AM
WorldIndonesia’s Mt Ruang erupts again, spewing ash and peppering villages with debrisThe alert level of the volcano on Sulawesi Island was again raised to the highest level.30 Apr 06:00 AM
OpinionIs NZ bringing in 'dirty' coal from Indonesia?ANALYSIS: MPs turned a blind eye while NZ imported Indonesian coal.25 Apr 11:51 PM
WorldIndonesians leave homes near erupting volcano and airport closes due to ash dangerMount Ruang on the northern side of Sulawesi Island has had at least five large eruptions.18 Apr 08:49 AM
WorldTsunami fears after 'monstrous' volcanic eruption, thousands fleeEruptions at Ruang mountain sent ash thousands of feet high.17 Apr 10:31 PM
World'Destroyed': Captured Kiwi pilot fears being killed by Indonesian air strikesPhilip Mehrtens, abducted last February, fears his life is in danger as fighting escalates13 Apr 07:41 AM
Travel newsBali ATM scam: Tourists are being targeted at cashpointsThe warning comes after a scam involving card skimming devices was exposed.11 Apr 02:30 AM
TravelSick of your screen-addicted kids? Take them to the Borneo jungleA much-needed reminder that Mother Nature is more entertaining than Netflix.29 Mar 01:00 AM
TravelWhy Bali completely shut down for 24 hoursOne of the world’s most vibrant islands doesn't speak a word one day every year. But why?13 Mar 11:05 PM
TravelOne pilot took a nap during a flight. Then, his co-pilot fell asleep tooThe plane gradually veered off course as the pilots soundly slept.10 Mar 11:43 PM
TravelRevealed: The country that beats NZ as Aussies' top tourist destinationNew Zealand isn't Australians' top tourist spot for first time since records were kept.15 Feb 06:07 AM
TravelKiwis asked to pay Bali’s new tourist tax from todayNew Zealanders are among the international visitors being asked to pay a new tourist tax.15 Feb 12:30 AM