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Another depressing day for renters, first home buyers in NZ
It's another disappointing day for many first home buyers as the real estate industry reaches fresh highs.
But it's not just those struggling to buy that are feeling glum - with the flow on effects… Video, Audio
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Could 'tight' or 'loose' cultures explain responses to the pandemic?
The notion of following the rules has never been more prevalent than in the last year. The response to the pandemic from each country has been vastly different, with some experiencing fewer cases and… Audio
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Mental health system 'going down wrong path'
The government is being warned if it sticks to the status quo it will fail to improve the mental health system. Audio
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Cleared leftist Lula attacks Bolsonaro as presidential run speculation grows
Brazilian former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has set the stage for a likely 2022 presidential run, using his first speech since his graft convictions were overturned to blast President Jair…
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Extreme weather events predicted for Otago in long term - report
A milestone report detailing the risks that climate change poses to Otago including widespread flooding will be tabled this afternoon.
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One in three women worldwide endure physical or sexual violence - WHO
Nearly one in three women worldwide is subjected to physical or sexual violence during her lifetime, pervasive criminal behaviour that has increased during the pandemic, the World Health Organisation…
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Unexpected infant deaths on the rise, ministry to review $5m programme
A Ministry of Health programme set up to reduce sudden and unexpected deaths of babies in their sleep has not succeeded, and fatalities actually rose two years into the programme.
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Investigation broadened into police photographing youths
The Independent Police Conduct Authority and the Privacy Commissioner are broadening their investigation into the police practice of photographing innocent youths - to include any member of the… Audio
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Women fall behind in home ownership
Women are less likely to be the sole owner of a house in New Zealand than men, due in part to the gender pay gap, a study has found. Audio
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Switzerland votes to ban face coverings in public
Switzerland has narrowly voted in favour of banning face coverings in public, including the burka or niqab worn by Muslim women.
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International Women's Day 2021: Key messages from the Pacific
To mark International Women's Day 2021, five feminists from the Pacific share their ideas to tackle gender-based violence and gender inequality. Audio
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Campaigner for ending conversion therapy seeks greater role
A campaigner for ending conversion therapy says queer communities should be involved with the designing of a new law now.
Justice Minister Kris Faafoi has commited to passing legislation to ban gay… Audio
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Strong messages from Pacific feminists this Women's Day
Strong messages from Pacific feminists this International Women's Day. Audio
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Why happiness doesn't cost any money at all
A new study out of McGill University shows that people in societies where money plays a minimal role can have a level of happiness comparable to Scandinavian countries which typically rate highest in… Audio
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Early childhood teachers hurting from 'unfair' pay disparity
Early childhood teachers are paid on average $16,000 a year less than teachers in primary schools, and it's taking its toll on their lives and resilience, a union says.
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Week in politics: Confusion and frustration over Covid-19 messaging
Analysis - The prime minister came down hard on lockdown rule-breakers but were they clearly told what they had to do? Peter Wilson looks into the reports as another crisis lurks in the background.
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More Aucklanders without internet need help - educator
Auckland students in lockdown who are struggling to learn without home internet connections.
The Education Ministry says it is spending $8 million to maintain the 45,000 household connections it… Audio
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Māori communities' rate of vaccine hesitancy 'alarmingly high' - Peeni Henare
The government has a "big job" ahead of it to combat what it calls an "alarmingly high" rate of vaccine hesitancy among Māori communities, Associate Minister of Health Peeni Henare says.
Henare… Audio
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High rates of hospitalisation for Māori and Pasifika Covid-19 patients - data
Pasifika people have ended up needing hospital treatment for Covid-19 more than any other ethnic group in New Zealand, while half of those who've ended up in intensive care have been Māori, newly…
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Pharmac review: Terms of reference not wide enough for some
The government is being warned it will have blood on its hands unless it reconsiders what the inquiry into drug-buying agency Pharmac examines.
The terms of reference of the long-awaited independent… Audio
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Principals Federation suggests members ignore directives to enrol violent students
The Principals Federation has advised its members to defy legally binding directives to enrol violent children who have been kicked out of other schools.
It says principals should consider refusing… Audio
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Covid-19: GPs turned away from spare vaccines
South Auckland GPs were turned away when they tried to get vaccinated this weekend after spare doses became available.
The city's district health boards had leftover vaccine after a week of border… Audio
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Muslim groups want more action over mosque attacks
Muslim groups are calling for more action and accountability over the mosque attacks, including urgent mandatory reporting of firearms injuries.
A new report out today from the Islamic Federation… Audio
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Covid-19: Doctors miss out on leftover vaccines
Some South Auckland doctors didn't receive a Covid-19 vaccination over the weekend despite leftover doses from the border roll out being available.
The city's DHBs invited some health care workers to… Audio
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Career diversity among MPs could act as bulwark against populist revolt
Analysis - New Zealand's Parliament may be more diverse, but is it enough to prevent a global wave of populism from reaching New Zealand's shores, asks Geoffrey Miller and Mark Blackham.
