Iran protests: ‘This is bravery and power personified’
In Farsi we call them shir zan. Lion women.
Half of NZers say no to Aotearoa becoming a republic – poll
Just over a quarter supported Aotearoa becoming a republic.
Daylight saving is causing depression and car accidents
Experts say it’s fucking with our body clocks and “causing havoc” for teenagers.
12,000 NZers call on Govt to reform consent law
The petition presenters asked for work on this reform to begin before next year’s election.
1 in 10 NZ property managers ignoring privacy guidelines
A new study found one in 10 agents encouraged mystery shoppers to volunteer extra information.
Fijian-born artist Lepani sings of self-love and imposter syndrome
“I convinced myself I’m not attractive, I’m not talented, and I’m not worth anyone's time.”
‘They don’t seem to give a fuck’: Student climate strike takes aim at Govt
"There is so much we could do, but no one wants to do anything."
Low voter turnout could see more extreme candidates in local government
Voter turnout was 57% in 1989 but has stayed below 50% since 2004 and was only 42% in 2019.
Why is bi still hard for people to buy?
For those of us who identify as ‘B’, it’s painfully obvious that our letter may as well be silent.
The Queen’s Jewels: India and South Africa want their diamonds back
One of the diamonds is known to be the most expensive in the world.
Now is the time to give a shit about women’s rugby
"I know that it's always a really different experience when you play in front of a big crowd."
One quarter of New Zealanders need you to keep wearing a mask: opinion
Almost three years into the ongoing pandemic, New Zealanders know how to take care of each other.
54% of young people want to be influencers - but is that a bad thing?
“I just wanted to do something where I get paid for doing me.”
A practical guide on how to get a good job reference
Give your flatmate a break.
Face value: The petition to remove the Monarchy from our money
"We've got a couple of years now to figure out what symbols represent us as a country.”
Uh oh: Repeated infections may make you 50% higher risk for Alzheimer's
A new study has found concerning links between viral infections and the disease.
‘Learning Te Reo helped me form a deeper connection to my Sri Lankan heritage’
We talked to four tauiwi (non-Māori) about their journey with te reo Māori.
Why I’m respecting but not mourning Queen Elizabeth II’s death: opinion
For Te Matahiapo, the Queen was the ultimate symbol of British imperialism and colonisation.
People with chronic pain feel forced to hide their suffering
Chronic pain sufferers fear being seen as drug-seeking, lazy, and mentally unstable.
Why Google Maps still sucks at pronouncing Māori place names
“Starting route to towel-rung-ah.”
People are vandalising Asian mayoral candidates' election signs
One candidate has had more than 30 signs of theirs vandalised.
Marama Davidson calls out royal family during Queen’s tribute at Parliament
Other politicians chose to admire the Queen in their speeches.
Only 25% of Māori spoke te reo in 1960. Now Māori fluency is growing
Almost 8% of New Zealanders can speak te reo at least fairly well, which is up from 6.1% in 2018.
'It feels like a slap in the face': high risk people on dropping mask mandates
How does this decision affect our most vulnerable?
Covid-19 traffic light system to be scrapped late tonight
New Zealand's Covid-19 traffic light system is being scrapped and restrictions will end at 11.59pm.
NZ will have a one-off public holiday for the Queen's memorial service
NZ will observe a one-off public holiday on Monday, September 26, to mark our memorial for the Queen
Artist Tayla Hartemink talks about her Te Wiki o te Reo Māori illustration
"I do a lot of my art based off mātauranga Māori. I learn and wānanga a lot with my kaumātua."
Nau mai ki Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2022
Welcome to Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.
Alcohol needs graphic warnings like ciggies: expert
Picture warnings were 10 times more likely to influence drinking behaviours, a study has found.
Bad news: doomscrolling is ruining your health
Who would’ve thought?
