Sight, mobility go but dad's grit remains
We speak with Kiwis who have been on the edge of death and are now paying it forward.
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Auckland a city of dreams - if we dare
This summer we look back at the big stories of last year. This is from November.
On Her Majesty's sneaky service: 'The spies who cheated on me'
This summer we look back at the big stories of last year. This is from November.
Focus: The coastal village of Awakino
A look at life in the quiet little coastal village of Awakino which is often passed-by unnoticed as people make the drive from Auckland to Taranaki.
Focus: Conservation ranger conserves rare plants from the East Coast
Graeme Atkins, East Coast Department Of Conservation ranger, talks about his personal conservation of rare plants from the East Coast.
Focus: Kiwi father battling rare disease to swim Auckland Harbour Bridge challenge
A Kiwi father who lost the use of both his legs, the strength of his right arm and his eyesight is swimming across the Auckland Harbour in a bid to raise $150,000 towards research of his condition.
The job offering graduates $95,000 a year: Air traffic control jobs up for grabs
It's not too late for a career change.
Tindall pours hundreds of millions into startups
Warehouse founder honoured for services to business, the community, and the environment.
Best of NZ: New Year Honours pay tribute to 196 exceptional Kiwis
A total of 196 New Zealanders have been recognised in this year's New Year Honours.
Focus: Sir Stephen Tindall pays it forward
Sir Stephen Tindall talks to Chris Keall about his post-Warehouse career, which has seen the entrepreneur commit hundreds of millions to philanthropy and startups.
Champion Barbara Kendall an advocate for athletes
Better known for winning Olympic medals, Kendall has been busy working with the IOC.
New Year Honours: The full list
We talk to some of the recipients and bring you the full list of the 196 awards.
Focus: New Years Honours - Olympian Barbara Kendall
Olympian Barbara Kendall talks about her honour.
Barney Irvine: Lower city speed limits need public on board
COMMENT: Lower speed limits should not be too low for public acceptance.
Why Kiwi hitmaker Jenny Morris can't sing anymore
This summer we look back at the best stories of the year. This is from September.
Sir Tim Shadbolt 'exhilarated and thrilled' by knighthood
"It certainly shows times are a-changing," Sir Tim Shadbolt says of his knighthood.
Focus: Sir Tim Shadbolt surprised by knighthood given 'colourful past'
Sir Tim Shadbolt surprised by knighthood given 'colourful past'.
Breakthrough: DNA could crack Kirsty Bentley murder case
She went missing 20 years ago today. Now, there are hopes new methods can catch her killer
Rod Vaughan's miracle flight: Falling from the sky
"Suddenly without any warning the windscreen of the plane just blew out."
Go Pro series: Conquering Aoraki Mt Cook
A 17-hour journey in one of our harshest environments ends in triumph.
'Wrong place, wrong time': Teen planned to join police before fatal stabbing
Rima Sikei was killed on December 7. Today his brother Semisi speaks.
Focus: Funeral held for Rima Fernando Sikei
Rima Fernando Sikei died on December 7 in Mt Roskill after he was stabbed.
Focus: The Great Mates Prison Programme
The Great Mates Prison Programme in Te Whare Manaakitanga Special Treatment Unit at Rimutaka Prison is where inmates work with greyhounds to prepare them to go to new homes.
Teen rescues friend three days after surf lifesaving lesson
Surf Life Saving Northern region is calling for better funding to allow it to grow.
Focus: Surf lifesaving at Pakiri Beach
Head lifeguard Craig Gledhill talks about surf lifesaving at Pakiri Beach.
Steve Braunias: The secret diary of... 2018
COMMENT: Steve Braunias looks ahead to the year in satire.
Want a comfortable retirement? Here's what you'll need
How much you'll need to have in KiwiSaver by age 30, 40, 50 and 60.
Median barrier saves couple from head-on accident
Valerie May has a median barrier to thank for celebrating her 90th birthday this year.
Steve Braunias: Spending Doomsday with Kim Dotcom
This summer we look back at the best stories of the year. This is from July.