New ZealandWhip-round replaces smashed carVisiting church pastors Michael and Lomi Naisau were distraught when a huge tree branch fell and smashed a car they had borrowed while visiting Auckland for a conference.04 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandNo change to religious instruction policiesReligious instruction policies will not be altered, despite some schools making changes after complaints from parents, the Ministry of Education says.04 Mar 06:22 AM
WorldUnholy f***: Pope's slip-upPope Francis has caused a stir at his weekly Vatican address by seemingly dropping the F-Bomb with the ease of a drunken docker in a public house.03 Mar 07:40 PM
New ZealandReligion ban fears growConcerns are being raised that all religious symbolism could be abolished from schools following the removal of Bible studies from an Auckland school timetable.28 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionSam Clements: Keep religious teaching out of schoolsAs a rich historical and cultural tapestry the Bible has played a prominent role in the development of human civilisation over the past two millennia, both for better and for worse.18 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionDavid Hines: Secular stance pro-education, not anti-ChristianThe Secular Education Network is not anti-Christian as Dr Paul Moon's article written on February 13 suggests, writes David Hines.18 Feb 04:30 PM
New Zealand'Culture No Excuse for Abuse' booklet launchedA booklet aimed at addressing family violence in ethnic communities has been launched by the Government today.14 Feb 12:59 AM
OpinionDr Paul Moon: Bible in Schools battlers denying our heritageLooking over the curriculum for Bible in Schools, what is most striking is how innocuous it is, writes Dr Paul Moon. It makes its critics appear self-righteous and doctrinaire.12 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandSchool's Bible stand-off solvedParents are "very happy" over the decision by an Auckland school to remove religious education classes from its school day.11 Feb 12:05 AM
WorldPolls show dislike for church rulesCatholics are divided on issues such as divorce and birth control amid widespread resentment at Church teachings, two surveys have found.10 Feb 04:30 PM
Business$1.8m pricetag for pastors' padCity Impact Church founders Peter and Bev Mortlock are selling their Whangaparaoa mansion - and its pricetag has surprised one church member.04 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandSchool considers 'all options'A primary school is considering "all options" over its Christianity classes after complaints from three parents.03 Feb 06:18 AM
OpinionRev Brian Brandon: Let's look on bright side and talk about heavenAs a cancer sufferer, I echo Stephen Wealthall's call for talking openly and honestly about death, writes Rev Brian Brandon.30 Jan 08:30 PM
WorldPolice chief backs demon house claimsA police captain in Indiana says he believes the story of a woman who claimed her children were being attacked and possessed by hundreds of demons.28 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandWhat's life like beneath the veil?'I lead this double life because I still have to make a living.' Five women tell the Herald about their lives and challenges they face being Muslim in NZ.22 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldHomosexuality a 'defect' that can be cured - CardinalThe Pope’s new Spanish Cardinal has called homosexuality a physical “defect” that can be cured, it has been reported.21 Jan 12:05 AM
New ZealandBishop who led school integration dies at 96An ex-Bishop of Auckland who played a pivotal role in integrating Catholic schools into the state system died yesterday, aged 96.20 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandPeter Calder: Faith goes deep in orthodox ritualAn attentive passenger on the 2pm ferry leaving Devonport on Sunday afternoon would have been treated to an unusual sight.20 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldAtheist secures UK asylum on religious groundsAn Afghan man is understood to have become the first atheist ever to secure asylum in Britain on religious grounds.14 Jan 03:04 AM
WorldFather, let's go for a spinPope Francis has broken protocol to invite an old friend up for a ride on his popemobile in St Peter's Square.08 Jan 08:42 PM
New ZealandSamoa time shift creates Sabbath riftDivine intervention may be needed to help resolve a dilemma that has been brewing in Samoa - exactly which day is the Sabbath.06 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionPaul LittlePaul Little: Pinko Pope riles the wealthyYou may not have heard of Ken Langone - I hadn't until recently when he decided to take on Pope Francis.04 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldPope warns against 'pride, deceit'Pope Francis lauded Jesus' humble beginning as a poor and vulnerable baby, marking Christmas in St Peter's Basilica.25 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldDiner puts some joy on bottom of his billsThe US$111.05 ($134) New York restaurant receipt includes a US$1000 tip and the words "god bless!" scrawled across it.16 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldVatican makes progress policing bankEuropean inspectors gave the Vatican a mixed report card in its efforts to comply with international norms to fight money laundering and terror financing.15 Dec 04:30 PM
