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’Pattern of behaviour': Hastings council chided for stream and dam maintenance failures
Report delves into problems after Jessica Maxwell complained to the Ombudsman.

Alex Powell: Why Warriors co-captains might not work - what we learned from Vegas
OPINION: Andrew Webster's men are returning from the US empty-handed.

‘Immoral’: Kiwis brace for power hikes with one woman facing 31% increase
Sharon Sutton's daily charge with Frank Energy will rise 31% from April 1.

Health NZ pays close to $900k for voluntary redundancies in one region
The PSA argues health cuts are risking patients' lives and should be stopped.

Liam Napier: Who can grab All Blacks' No 12 jersey in Jordie Barrett's absence?
OPINION: Two contenders have sent messages to All Blacks coach Scott Robertson.

Editorial: David Seymour’s approach misses the mark on key issues
Complaints about school lunches include delays and poor nutritional value.

Sleep myths debunked: Do women need more rest than men?
New York Times: Experts weigh in on the question that’s all over our social media feeds.

Opinion: Why the Govt's proposed stalking law could make matters worse
OPINION: The Government’s new stalking bill actually weakens protections for victims.

Govt ignored advice on giving sex offence victims ‘veto’ on name suppression
Documents show multiple groups opposed the changes, raising 'strong concerns'.

Interest rates are falling, so why did mortgage arrears hit an eight-year high?
Mortgage arrears at their highest level since March 2017.

Letters: ‘Marmite sandwich’ brigade living in the past
OPINION: 'The evidence for provided school lunches is clear – they work around the world.'

The Royal Commission into abuse in care recommendation that the Government has quietly rejected
The recommendation may not have been workable, and would have lengthened court delays.

NZ-based Canadian billionaire takes substantial stake in Herald publisher NZME
The private equity tycoon has been linked to an alternative news venture; NZME responds.

‘Constitutionally and practically problematic’: Officials on Govt’s bill for a four-year term
Proposal of a variable term would 'undermine democratic accountability', say officials.

Mystery of Gene Hackman’s death brings grief and bewilderment to the community
New York Times: Residents grapple with how the famous residents lay dead for so long.

Market close: Carpet maker Bremworth in attempted board coup
A cautious New Zealand sharemarket posted a near 0.5% fall.

Can you get rid of cold sores for good?
New York Times: Experts explain what they do, and don’t, recommend.

The Warehouse warns of 'significant uncertainty' in second half financial result
The retailer's sales dropped 1.6% to $1.607 billion in the first half of 2025.

Longevity gap: Why do women live longer than men?
New York Times: Scientists hope to help both sexes age better,

‘Nothing short of a scandal’: Call for Wellington Water chairman to resign
Another scathing report about the company reveals ratepayers have been ripped off.

T&G Global posts 128% profit growth despite $9.9m net loss
Apples the 'engine room for growth' for T&G Global.