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$100k in 24 hours: Generous donors give last cents to replace spoiled frozen food
"Sorry it's not much. But you deserve this," one donor wrote.
Community rallies to help save Christmas for struggling families
The community has stepped up to help those in need.
New roadside drug tests: Will they hurt more than help?
Govt says we will have roadside drug testing by the end of the year.
Richard Prebble: Will the Government's Social Investment Fund work?
OPINION: We need a new approach.
Kāinga Ora spent $300m on housing projects at risk of being cancelled: Can the money be saved?
Two projects have alone cost $73m. If they are cancelled will the taxpayer funds be lost?
Government spends $3.5m to fight historical abuse claims
One lawyer says the taxpayer-funded bill is actually likely to be much higher.
Editorial: We must do more to help the 'missing middle' in mental health
OPINION: How much worse do things have to get before we address them?
Watch: 'Everyone swarmed in' - Burnout driver attacked after car hit spectator at boy racer meet
The man said it's a select few who ruin boy racing events for everyone else.
'Gut-wrenching': Boy racers hurl fireworks, rocks and bottles at police in group attack
The rear window of a police car was also smashed in.
'So dire': Hospital staff refuse to care for racially abusive patient
More than 30 staff agreed not to look after the man until his behaviour was addressed.
The financial debt hangover of 2025 will be more than just an economic issue - Opinion
New Zealand consistently ranks among the most expensive countries to live.
Ryan Bridge: Hospital beds, not berths – don't sink Govt cash into Am Cup defence
OPINION: If we’re building infrastructure, let’s go for hospital beds over yacht berths.
NZ ranks last for infrastructure delivery in global survey
New Zealand has fallen behind its peers globally when it comes to infrastructure.
Letters: Congrats – now bring the Cup home to defend
OPINION: 'Massive numbers of spectators will spend lavishly in hotels and restaurants.'
The social media app making a comeback
Snapchat is reaching 95% of NZ's 13-24 year olds - but why? Video / Carson Bluck
No assisted dying oversight for seven months as doctors sound alarm
A newly appointed committee is working double-time to catch up on the reports.
'Sanctions have done nothing': Jobseekers say they struggle under traffic light pressure
Young people on the benefit say they're barely surviving as they struggle to find work.
‘Mean-spirited’: Labour attacks Govt decision on hardship assistance for sanctioned beneficiaries
MSD recommended beneficiaries on non-financial sanctions have access to hardship payments.
Kiwi tipster leads to woman's horrifying revenge porn discovery
The sexual images were 'incredibly graphic in nature, using AI'.
Letters: Positive publicity should be promoted for Gisborne; thanks for found dog
Herald readers share their views.
Watch: Death in overcrowded ED waiting room – 'Dad fell through the cracks in a broken system'
A coroner's report said the delays Tony Knott faced were 'relevant' to his death.
'I got to have a life': The kidney donation that changed a young woman's world
Helotu Kofe was 19 when she was told she needed a kidney to live - her brother stepped up.
$1.2m per apartment: New Kāinga Ora build part of billion dollar scandal, developer says
Ockham Residential developer says cost of public housing builds is national embarrassment.
Kāinga Ora board member slams Bill English review in resignation letter
Philippa Howden-Chapman served on Kāinga Ora’s board for six years.
Letters: Why should banks pay for scam victims?, Don't retire, Jimmy Spithill
OPINION: 'What will international sailing be without Jimmy Spithill?'
Nurses union slams Health NZ response to alleged racism at North Shore Hospital
Plea comes after patient request to avoid Asian ethnicity staff was initially given okay.
Investigation under way after second prison death in a week
The man's death is not being treated as suspicious.
Food insecurity is a national emergency - Opinion
There are 1.4 million meals that we won’t be delivered.
Letters: A closer look at the PM's Wellington apartment profit
OPINION: Also in today's letters – speed limits, Casey Costello and teacher shortages.
Mood of the Boardroom: How CEOs rate Te Pāti Māori and Greens
Mixed ratings to the leaders of New Zealand’s minor opposition political parties.
Richard Prebble: What’s gone wrong with the news media
OPINION: 'Secrecy causes far more damage than disclosure. The answer is ... no secrets'.
Clear link between ADHD and harmful drug use, new NZ report confirms
Failures in diagnosing and treating ADHD may be leading to significant drug harm in NZ.
Is there any truth to 'go woke, go broke'?
Despite catchcry, some say being 'woke' may well benefit New Zealand businesses.