Aussies jealous of NZ dollar
6:37 AM Our trans-Tasman cobbers are taking stock and preparing to be humbled by NZ yet again.
Found after 10 years
6:08 AM Tobias Tohill got a call last night from a voice he didn't recognise - his brother, who'd been missing for a decade.
Dad's relief over pay plight
Man left to live off $47 a week has had a reprieve from the tax department.
Kiwis keep texting and driving
It's been illegal for five years, but motorists are still using their phones while driving.
Bachelor reject praises show
The Bachelor's youngest contestant isn't bitter about being shown the door.
Dukes of Hazzard actor dies
6:23 AM James Best, famous for playing Sheriff Rosco P Coltrane, has died after a brief illness.
'Extinct' native herb rediscovered
A native herb thought to be extinct is growing in the Mackenzie Basin, DOC says.
'Digger thief' often alone
Neighbours of a boy in CYF care who allegedly stole a digger say he is seeking attention through his actions.
Have wife, will travel
OPINION: Nice work if you can get it. Being a Kiwi MP seems to have some rare perks.
Aussies jealous of NZ dollar
Our trans-Tasman cobbers are taking stock and preparing to be humbled by their smaller neighbour in yet another way.
'Tea Party' favourite launches bid
Kentucky Senator Rand Paul joins US presidential race, promising 'liberty and limited government'.
Nuclear submarine catches fire
Firefighters struggled to put out a blaze on a Russian nuclear submarine as it underwent repairs.
Kenyan students march
Kenyan university students rallied in the capital to demand more security from the government.
Auckland prices hit new high
The average sale price for an Auckland home has blown out to a new high of more than three quarters of a million dollars.
Shanton's future still uncertain
Shanton Fashions is back in the hands of its owners, despite a warning that liquidation would be a better outcome.
Workers' pay stagnating
Waikato employers aren't lifting wages enough to attract new staff.
Student debt a taboo
The country's only specialist adviser on going bankrupt to clear student debt says it's time to talk more about it.
Money tips from Grandad
Mastercard's Peter Chisnall talks inter-generational money sense.
Cricket sales hit 'for six'
Batty Black Caps cricket fans have boosted sales for a Wellington sports store.
Solar bikes offer green option
Raglan woman is hoping solar-powered 'ELF' bikes from the US will take off here.
Back to Work is the business
REVIEW: Now you can wreak havoc at work with the first full expansion pack for the Sims 4.
Hugo Awards hijacked
Annual sci-fi awards now a battleground for anti-diversity campaigns.
Valyrian steel: Fantastic chem
Westeros is so tantalisingly real it invites tonnes of "scientific" explanations of Game of Thrones.
Knock off years - without surgery
Sometimes an incremental tweak to your wardrobe or beauty routine can be a ladder out of that rut.
Scrubs stars' gay pizza pledge
"You want pizza for your gay wedding? We'll make it," promises Zach Braff - after one eatery said it would not.
'Love every part of yourself'
Plus-sized retailer is fighting Victoria's Secret's beauty standards head on with its new "I'm No Angel" campaign.
Under attack for plagiarism
Gold Coast fitness instructor Ashy Bines has come under fire for allegedly plagiarising recipes.
A Flexitarian's guide
Dr Libby Weaver practises what she preaches.
Kabuki can't hold Katie back
She decided not to let a rare condition run her life, instead choosing to dedicate her time to helping others.
Seven of the coolest caravans
Forget camping in a $50 tent, travel and live in style in these offerings from around the world.
Coping with stress of building
There are so many decisions to be made, suddenly disagreements can mount up into a whole pile of tension.
Snap up Neverland for $100m
Hefty price tag put on Michael Jackson's California ranch that used to host arcade, cinema and extensive zoo.
The world is your oyster
You can still cook this divisive seafood without losing the flavour and texture that makes them such a delicacy.
Get into sticky situations
All things sweet and the travels of a TV cook are the focus of these two new cookbooks.
Thriving in the best of both
Fonterra Shareholders Councillor Sandra Cordell reveals why she is passionate about the role and the industry.
Fodder beet beef revolution
6:30 AM Field day heralds an explosion in the potential of beef finishing.
X Factor: What a shocker!
Did pity votes for one contestant just send another, much more deserving act home?
Did they treat Walker right? (spoiler)
How do we feel about what happens to Paul Walker at the end of Fast and Furious 7?
Jenner 'filmed breast surgery'
Bruce Jenner's rumoured breast augmentation was caught on camera according to reports.
Chichen Itza - a new wonder
It's a visually stunning, must-see ancient city, and one of the world's greatest archaeological mysteries.
Airlines question extension
Wellington Airport's $300 million runway extension has been criticised by the industry.
Finding mysteries and spies
If you can't find your cup of tea in London, you're just not looking.
Time for Super Rugby draft?
It's time to re-invent rugby. Not by changing the product but by enhancing the drama around it.
Top office dog: Roxy
Roxy has lunch with anyone who has food and sleeps on all visitors no matter how much they like dogs.
Life's too short to worry
If you suffer from stress or anxiety, here are some ideas to keep unnecessary worries at bay.
Carbon coupe a V8 beauty
5:30 AM We've just scored a NZ exlusive first drive of a stunningly fast two-door coupe - the V8-engined Lexus RC F Carbon Edition.
Harry's motoring loves
5:15 AM New Plymouth District Councillor Harry Duynhoven is an avid VW enthusiast and also a devoted Porsche man?
New Ford Mondeo arrives
Ford's history of offering excellent medium-sized passenger cars in NZ goes up a notch with the arrival of the new Mondeo.
Tuivasa-Sheck eyes up Warriors
6:38 AM Kiwis fullback on the verge of signing a deal upwards of $800,000 per season to play for the Warriors.
Reason: Ko needs more power
OPINION: Any professional golfer can have a bad week. The problem is that Lydia Ko has now had three.
Parker, Klitschko get in ring
Joseph Parker has been going toe-to-toe with the world's best heavyweight, Wladimir Klitschko.
Valyrian steel: Fantastic chemistry
Westeros seems so real it invites tonnes of "scientific" explanations for Game of Thrones phenomena.
Chichen Itza - a new wonder
It's a stunning ancient city, one of the world's greatest archaeological mysteries.
Dollar parity a mixed blessing
OPINION: It means a cheap Gold Coast holiday, sure - but it makes our exports less competitive.
Hidden biases of memes
Researchers conduct census on the 50 most popular English-language meme "families".
Cartoons
Dilbert, Tom Scott and more
Snake sparks bizarre hunt
A bizarre search is unfolding on the Gold Coast after a South American boa constrictor was released by police.
World's oldest woman dies
Weaver, who said the key to longevity was to treat people kindly, basked in her brief moment in the global spotlight.
Captain cheered as his ship sank
The captain of an alleged pirate ship accused of fishing illegally in Antarctic waters clapped and cheered as his vessel sank.
Sea lion pulls man from boat
Media reported the man was posing for a photo with the large fish when the incident occurred.
The last minute Easter bunny
The younger two, Wade and Lucy, started to talk about how excited they were that Easter bunny was coming tonight. Really?!
Fed up with food fads?
It is no longer enough to put meals on the table, even if they are healthy and nourishing and well balanced.
Support just a phone call away
Phones play an important role in the fight against postnatal and antenatal depression.
About that parental anxiety….
The second a woman becomes a mother, each moment of letting go is emotionally difficult and scary.
10 year passports could return soon
Kiwi passports could soon return to being valid for double the amount of time they are currently good for - but it will come at a price.
An Aucklander in Thailand
Aucklander Iona Proebst runs her own education and renewable energy charity in Thailand.
Right on the money
Frequent flier Michael Gebicki shares his top 20 all-time dollar saving tips for overseas travellers.