'When the war ended, the entire social structure changed because many of the men died.'

Baby Boomers who might not need their pension payments can make a difference.

'It's a disgrace. There have been massive opportunities.'

Nearly 4000 items were donated in the Lakes area alone.

“The crew love getting out and seeing the locals and the kids love the siren of course.”

OPINION: The cost-of-living crisis has turned a hard situation into an impossible one.

“When I started working here, it surprised me so many different people needed support."

Northland council rates are due on Monday, but many are struggling to pay.

Economist: Strong domestic inflation pressures are expected for some time yet.

A New Zealand nurse is using a space-age tool to combat an old foe.

Be prepared for more of a shake-up in Parliament, new MPs say.

"Some of them simply do not want to abide by rules," Rotorua Lakes Council says.

OPINION: Regardless of the election result, a form of austerity was always going to win.

Homeless people talk about their journey during a World Homeless Day event in Whangārei.

Small-town Northlanders often feel forgotten. They are hoping for change this election.

OPINION: Is Winston Peters’ metamorphosis more important than kids without shoes?

A group of homeless newcomers have refused to move their tents on a downtown street.

The Greens will double the Best Start payment and make it for all children under 3.

Community advocate Dave Letele says hungry kids will miss out after foodbank is burgled.

The similarities between National and Labour's WFF policies are striking.