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Surfboard lights offer ray of hope to shark-fearing beachgoers
Researchers towed seal-shaped boards fitted with lights across great white-teeming waters to discover which configuration attracted the most attention. Audio
Police to crack down on Brian Tamaki convoy protesters
Those who walked on the motorway were "reckless, unlawful and extremely irresponsible", police say.
Luxon on Treaty bill haka: MPs must uphold Parliament's standards
Treaty issues are "emotional and difficult", but New Zealanders expect a certain level of behaviour in Parliament, the PM says.
Do we need nature to be healthy?
Biologist Kathy Willis takes a deep dive into how sensory connection with the natural world can help make us healthier and happier in her new book Good Nature. Audio
Thousands gather as Treaty hīkoi passes through Hastings in rain
As the march gets closer to Parliament, organisers are encouraging participants to make sure they are enrolled to vote.
Are dating apps actually making us lonelier?
Every day thousands of Kiwis compulsively swipe through dating app profiles like it's their job. But how many actually find what they're looking for? Audio
British visitor jailed after scamming Aucklanders out of nearly $340,000
Jack Dylan Hennessy, who conned Kiwis out of hundreds of thousands of dollars, will not be leaving the country anytime soon.
White powder thought to be MDMA revealed as toxic chemical
The substance can cause severe abdominal pain, kidney failure and death.
How the world reacted to the Treaty bill debate
The suspension of Parliament over a haka and the national hīkoi by thousands of people are garnering international headlines.
Flooding blocks State Highway 2 near Petone
Meanwhile, sewage has been discharged into Wellington's waterways after heavy rain overnight.
Baby red panda dies from 'stress' caused by fireworks
"The frightening noises seem to have been too much for her," zoo says amid calls for tighter restrictions.
Has New Zealand reached peak financial hardship?
We may be seeing the early signs of improvement in household finances. Audio
Standing desk health benefits overblown, study finds
It's often touted as the panacea to our sedentary lifestyles, but a recent study has found standing might not be much better than sitting. Audio
Ladi6 celebrates self-transformation on single 'Alofa'
After time away from the music industry, the Samoan-Kiwi soul queen is back with a brand new single and nationwide tour. Video, Audio
What are the best fruit and vege to buy this week?
Here is everything you need to know before heading to the supermarket this weekend.
Wellington road plan just 'one piece of the puzzle'
The government 's preferred plan for the capital includes two new road tunnels, but public transport investment is needed alongside it, a regional councillor says. Audio
19-year-old arrested over fire at Auckland mosque
The man is facing two charges of arson and one of burglary.
Melbourne Cup: What the punters are wearing for race day
Red is proving to be all the rage as Australia's fashion set step out at Flemington.
Time scrolling exceeds time eating, exercising, new study shows
A Canterbury University study surveyed almost 400 social media users about their use of Facebook and Instagram and found many participants showed signs of addiction. Audio
Could individual letterboxes be on the way out?
Among mail changes being proposed is allowing NZ Post to deliver to "cluster" letterboxes. Audio
The clouds in Aotearoa so unique they have their own names
The Taieri Pet is a unique UFO-shaped cloud that can only be seen in Otago. Audio
'I realised I wasn't alone' - How Oscar Wilde helped save Stephen Fry's life
An Evening with Stephen Fry is about to hit the stage in New Zealand and takes an inside look into his life. Audio
How America's strangest election in years unfolded - and what happens next
With just days left in the US election we look back at the whirlwind last few months, and what is next.
Corin Dann in US: All eyes on 'blue wall' in final days of campaign
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are turning their attention to the key states and are likely to remain there in the lead-up to election day, says RNZ's Corin Dann.
Number of houses for sale hits decade high
The latest real estate figures show 32,000 homes were for sale.