'They have nowhere to go': Fears for rough sleepers in Thames
'They are wet, they are cold, and they have got nowhere to go.'
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'OK pedophile’: Property company manager accused of sending ‘inappropriate’ emails to blogger
'I don’t do genital mutilation of minors,' a manager wrote, using work email.
Mentor service provider ‘gutted’ money isn’t going to community orgs
The coalition Government has a target of reducing youth offending by 15%.
So much, so fast, all at once: Govt moves at breathtaking pace on housing market
Massive reforms are under way: what do people think, what's the reaction, what effect?
Nothing’s changed since crackdown on unruly tenants - Kāinga Ora resident
Cheyne Smith describes his time in Kāinga Ora homes as a 'nightmare'.
'It transformed our winter': How a new power company is changing lives
A warm-hearted power company uses surplus from regular customers to help others.
'We used the pools for a hot shower': Families go months without power because of non-payment
Households choose between heating and cooking to keep the power on.
Rob Rattenbury: How Covid changed our lives
OPINION: Some businesses are still struggling to return to normal trading figures.
Decades-long battle for Samoan citizenship echoes in Parliament
She was just 5 months old when she attended her first march for justice for Samoans.
Charities face rising demand from pensioners as living costs hit home
'Like most elderly, I don’t want to feel like I’m a burden to anyone.'
How much Japanese-owned top 10 commercial builder made from NZ in latest year
First job: A landmark 57-level luxury tower between Commerce and Gore streets.
Kiwi killed in California robbery and UK election | Focus Morning Bulletin July 4, 2024
In today’s headlines with Chereè Kinnear, New Zealand tourist tragically killed in a California robbery, the Government’s plans for the housing market and voting to open in the UK.
Intermediate-aged boy racks up $16k in online gambling debt
The boy clocked up $16,000 on his mum's credit card, according to a support service.
Could your son be radicalised by misogynistic content online?
If your concerned about your sons, maybe it's time to talk to them about their algorithms.
Fresh violence flares up in New Caledonia
Over the last three days, more violence and destruction has erupted.
Social media driving fights and bullying, principals say
According to one principal, the latest fight occurred recently.
Trans-exclusionary lesbian group files human rights case against Wellington Pride Festival
The case is scheduled to be heard by the tribunal next year.
'I'm so sorry': Watch the emotional moment lifelong Kiwi prisoner reunites with family
Beyond the wire: Documentary follows Kiwi prisoners on first 100 days of freedom.
Does One NZ’s new ad campaign connect? Many adopted people might not think so
ANALYSIS: Adoption is often portrayed as a beautiful, loving act.
Rotorua CBD crime: What the latest police data shows
Six months ago, a safety hub opened in the CBD - has it made a difference to crime stats?
US executive pay rises at fastest rate in 14 years
Financial Times: Figures follow Elon Musk’s triumph over huge Tesla package.
Opinion: Police are frustrated with mental health call-outs – here's how to reduce their involvement
OPINION: Police are hugely frustrated by the mental health service's chronic underfunding.
Money Talks: Labour’s Barbara Edmonds hints at need to discourage property investment
Labour's finance spokesperson says housing is NZ's biggest current driver of inequality.
I don’t want my desires on a billboard’: The truth about men over 40 and dating
Research shows single men experience abnormally high rates of loneliness.
Casketeer Kaiora Tipene says Winz funeral grant process is archaic, lacks mana
A funeral director says it’s time for a review of the system as it’s not fit for purpose.
The $2b social housing cliff no one is talking about
The social housing sector is blighted by a fiscal cliff that creates haves and have-nots.
Editorial: Vacant buildings, serious fall should ring alarm bells for Wellington
OPINION: It's pure luck nobody died on Monday night.
'I was trying to save him': Young dad admits unintentionally injuring baby who later died
Baby Mustafa Ali, 10 months old, died on Saturday.
Demand for foodbank parcels puts pressure on volunteer pool
High demand for foodbank parcels leaves organisation stretched for manpower.
'We saw people still digging in the rubble trying to find their loved ones'
Just over two weeks have passed since the devastating landslide killed up to 670 people.
More than 40 Auckland boarding houses operating illegally
Issues include gang-affiliated guests, fire safety breaches, and challenging owners.
Navigating life without social media as a teen is harder than you think
Too much social media is bad for teens, so these two families made it off-limits until 18.
'Take back Fenton St': New homeless motel plan revealed
Four motels used for emergency housing are being cut.
How do money and class affect romantic relationships?
'My family are always trying to buy us a house.'