Slum tours can improve locals' lives, writes Karen Phelps.

A new controversial documentary about models asks less than typical questions about the so-called glamorous fashion industry.

I feel like a priest who has been wrestling with his belief in god...

A man who wrote a book about the death of his cancer-stricken mother has been charged with her attempted murder.

Anne Tolley yesterday told teachers she would be 'appalled' if they told parents their children were failing National Standards.

Manurewa mother Lisa Bowden wants to work but she faces the classic solo parent's problem - who will look after the children?

Much of Hoffman's writing is rich in symbolism and fantasy, and her latest novel, The Story Sisters, is no exception.

The Government hopes it will be able to give thousands of Canterbury property owners in the worst earthquake-hit areas some idea of what the future holds by the middle of next week.

Fundraiser to aid the homeless gives executives the chance to do good, and be better role models.

Two Bali Nine ringleaders have begged an Indonesian court for a second chance at life.

A group of Auckland chief executives will doss down in an inner-city car park next month to raise money for a new cafe for the city's homeless.