The NZ dollar dropped from a five-month high.

Primary and intermediate teachers and principals have "overwhelmingly" rejected the Government's latest pay offer saying it will not fix the industry's staffing "crisis".

It is the third government offer they have rejected.

COMMENT: We live in much more sensitive times - but are we any better for it?

The Government assigned an extra $54.2m to help Customs combat drug cartels targeting NZ.

Health Minister David Clark on the mental health report.

Health Minister says the Government will give a considered response to report.

Principal of Northcross Intermediate School and spokesperson for the NZ Association of Intermediate and Middle Schools speaks on the finding that four out of five Kiwi students are entering high school below the expected curriculum level in scence.

Board shaper Paul Barron knew he was on to something when he spilt resin on his sweater.

Kiwi surfboard shaper Paul Barron has developed technology to replace fibreglass on surfboards.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the State Services Commission's investigation into bullying claims against Retirement Commissioner Diane Maxwell was the "appropriate vehicle" for assessing the allegations.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announces Commerce Minister Kris Faafoi had nominated the retail fuel market to be the first Commerce Commission market study.

Uber's new CEO has Lime fever.

Uber Eats trials food delivery on foot.

COMMENT: The year, especially the past few months, hasn't been great for Bridges.

A dramatic increase in diabetes in the Pacific is causing amputations and blindness.

Pacific Island nations worst affected by diabetes and related blindness.

National Party confirms support of MP accused of bullying her staff.

Kids are leading the waste-free way with worm farms, vege gardens and litter-less lunches.

On New Years Eve 1998, the 15 year old went out to work her dog along the riverbank. She never came home.

Jonah Lomu's former manager Phil Kingsley-Jones talks about the upcoming film that's being made about the rugby player.

A rookie actor is set to play Jonah Lomu in a mini-series on the rugby star.

Mum of three, Abbey Ellis, talks about zero waste lunch boxes.

The airline's Dreamliner has landed at O'Hare Airport in the Windy City.

If you're flying on any of these 10 days, be prepared.

EDITORIAL: The inquiry into bullying at Parliament needs to give examples.