Property overrun with 'donations'

Christchurch City Council are probing a property totally engulfed by 'donated' items.

Call to axe booze ads

John Key and Richie McCaw enjoying a a Steinlager after the All Blacks beat the Wallabies in August 2015.

Researcher says All Blacks should blow whistle on their three-decades-old alliance with beer.

Quest for Romance

Woman issues heartfelt plea to reconnect with the Upper Hutt man she met on a plane.

Most Kiwis support euthanasia

Survey reveals just 12 per cent of New Zealanders are completely against the idea.

Relatives bludgeoned to death video

Feeling inferior, a man sedated his wife then went to her brother's house to kill the family.

Boy 'pestered' woman for sex

A British mum said she felt pressured to have sexual relations with a teen after he wouldn't stop pestering her.

national

Chiefs 'abused' warden

The Chiefs were at a public park training when some team members noticed they had received parking tickets.

Chiefs rugby team in another controversy - this time over abuse of two female parking wardens.

Arrest after dramatic chase

Public help police track down a man who raced through central Auckland and tried to escape via train.

A man has died after collapsing near Lake Aviemore.

Roadside death in Canterbury

A man has died on State Highway 83, on Otematata-Kurow Road in North Otago on Thursday. 

Video

Depth of water could slow tsunami

The threat of a tsunami occurring while walking along Caroline Bay is probably minimal but being pro-active could save your life.

world

Trump accepts Russian hacking video

US President-elect Donald Trump speaks during a press conference in Trump Tower, Manhattan, New York.

4:20 AM  For the first time, US President-elect accepts Russia's role in election-year hacking.

Lions killed for medicine

South African police investigating brutal lion decapitations for medicine.

Princess Diana holds a young Prince Harry in 1988.

Diana's death, 20 years on

3:59 AM  A year-long celebration of the Princess of Wales, Diana, will be held to mark 20 years since her death.

business

Aussie lamb ad amuses video

Meat and Livestock Australia's annual ad has dropped all mention of Australia Day.

The Australia Day lamb ad has traditionally been an exercise in chest-beating patriotism, but not this year.

NZ growth may change gear

'Truckometer' index suggests NZ economy may be hitting speed wobbles in election year.

Staff outside the Richmond Kmart, near Nelson, which opened in 2013.

Kmart dance continues

Will they or won't they open a new store? Kmart lovers in Marlborough are holding their breath.

technology

Nine games that have gone dark

Deep Down was announced during E3 2013.

We take a look at games that were big announcements, but have remained silent ever since.

Intel's new PC fits in your wallet

The Compute Card is that has the potential to extend the lifespan of gadgets such as laptops, tablets, and TVs.

Tesla's Autopilot system has been available on all cars built since October 2014

From Apple to electric cars video

The designer of Apple's dominant programming language has moved to Tesla.

life & style

Best & worst dressed celebs gallery

Miranda Kerr is all class this week, while Sienna Miller keeps things quirky. But what was Kylie Jenner thinking?

8 min ago  This week, Miranda is back with a bang, Sienna makes us smile and Kylie can't pull off a purple mess.

How to be more green in 2017

8 min ago  Reducing your environmental footprint is one thing everybody can and should attempt in 2017.

Niki and Bradley amongst colourful wildflowers with the barns in the background.

Introducing Niki & Bradley gallery

8 min ago  This couple's romantic barn wedding is the stuff dreams are made off.

well & good

Truth about low-fat products

Even though some products will be lower in calories, food items that are low in fat are often bad for us in other ways.

Products labelled as low-fat are often deceptive in these three ways.

How sick is too sick for work?

It's hard not to feel guilty, but if you have these symptoms, you really should stay home.

Is "sparkling" carbonated water just as good for you as tap water?

Is fizzy water bad for you?

Is fizzy water as good for you as regular water, or does the carbonation process make it less healthy?

home & property

At home with Sarah Lods

Sarah and Philippe Lods featured in the latest series of Grand Designs NZ.

 NZ House & Garden stylist Sarah Lods tells us she is totally at peace in her home that featured on Grand Designs NZ.

Cate Blanchett sells mansion gallery

The super star has finally sold her beautiful Sydney property, listed at more than $20m.

A bespoke spiral staircase in the living room leads to the second floor of the flat.

$5.62m quirky flat wows

You'll never guess what lies behind the walls of this heritage listed London building.

food & wine

Leg of lamb with flatbreads

Fennel-rubbed butterflied leg of lamb with kumara flatbreads.

9 min ago  A boned-out leg will cook nice and quickly in the oven or on the barbecue.

Mussel fritters with quick salad

9 min ago  These fritters will be a winner in any household, and they are quick and easy to make.

Go on, you only live once

2 great nectarine salads to try

nz farmer

NZ extends sway in Aus dairy video

Bellamy's has decided to "reset " its approach to China.

Fonterra is in the box seat to control the future of troubled Australian infant formula maker Bellamy's Organic.

Bovine beauty on show

The cream of Taranaki's purebred jersey herds on show in Stratford.

Thief shuns farmers' amnesty

'Valued and connected' in dairy

entertainment

Last laugh for VK's comedy club

Dai Henwood, who started his career in Wellington, says the closing of VK's is sad but will not stop him performing in ...

End of Wellingtonian "experiment" is no reflection on live comedy, say comics.

Inside the Fisher 'wonderland'

New documentary provides an intimate look at much-loved, recently-deceased mother-daughter duo.

Andrew Garfield as Desmond Doss in Hacksaw Ridge, a film edited by Kiwi John Gilbert.

Bafta nom for war with Mel 

It's Mel Gibson's fragmented battle scenes that got him noticed, says Kiwi Hacksaw Ridge editor.

travel

Birdwatcher's paradise in Ecuador

The area is filled with bird life, especially hummingbirds.

8 min ago  OPINION: "Just where the hell are you taking me?" I thought as I arrived to witness the cloud forest, hummingbirds and butterflies.

When you've got to go

The AA Member survey reveals the country's best toilets - from the Bay of Islands in the north right through to the deep south.

A surfer returns from a twilight surf on Whangamata Beach.

Life in a resort town: Whangamata

8 min ago  Whangamata is one of NZ's most popular beach resorts. But what happens when the crowds go home?

motoring

Charge of Holden's lighter brigade

New Astra sedan has dropped over 100kg compared with the Cruze it replaces.

How new Holden models are benefiting from hi-tech weight-loss strategies.

2018 Jaguar F-Type revealed

British brand's updated sports car breaks cover ahead of going on sale globally in 2017.

Contractors resealed a Hamilton street, working around an abandoned car in their path.

Crew seals around car

A vehicle on blocks wasn't going to stop these roading contractors.

stuff nation

'I can't go back to being fat'

weight loss

Seeing those numbers on the scale hit me hard. I told myself: you are still young, enough excuses.

Get over it New Zealand

Over the years I've noticed a quantum shift in the way we Kiwis deal with things that offend us.

Pet of the day: Jack

Jack the old soul

I didn't want another dog, but my husband and daughter wore me down. And I'm so glad they did.

sport

Kiwis into Classic semis

Marcus Daniell and Marcelo Demoliner rounded off a great night of doubles at the ASB Classic.

Momentous day for NZ men's tennis as two Kiwis make it into ASB Classic doubles semifinals.

Cooper back in the ring

Wallabies playmaker gearing up for his third professional fight.

Tim Southee snares the early wicket of Imrul Kayes of Bangladesh on day one of the first test.

Shoddy bowling, ace batting video

Black Caps bowlers struggle as Bangladesh show some fight at windswept Basin.

good reads

Mind games and a broken rudder

Alan Langdon and his daughter Que Langdon.

How a normal missing persons story turned into something much more complex.

Will TV jump the shark in 2017?

Game of Thrones' popularity could be derailed by the arrival of food trucks on the show, suggests Ben Pobjie.

Opinion: The golden age of TV will end in 2017; that's when Jaime Lannister will open a food truck.

Hollywood can't have it both ways

Casey Affleck poses with his Golden Globe for Manchester By The Sea. He was accused of sexual harassment of female ...

OPINION: Disrespect invites disrespect and violence incites violence, says Streep. Pity the stars don't feel the same about violence against women.

'I saw scores, if not hundreds, of tanks'

Clare Hollingworth in a press car, in an undated photo from her book Of Fortunes and War.

Veteran war reporter Clare Hollingworth, who has died aged 105, broke the news of the start of World War II.

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Crew seals around car

The seal-around tactic is used to avoid disrupting a tight work schedule, according to the Infrastructure Alliance.

A vehicle on blocks wasn't going to stop these roading contractors.

Marionette maker shares skills

Marionette maker Cherol Filbee, Hawera, walks Phyllis, one of her favourite creations.

One of Cherol Filbee's marionettes is modeled off her husband - although he thinks its nose is too big.

The hottest group of politicians

HOT? According to a new study, politicians on the right are hotter than those on the left.

According to a new study, supporters of the likes of Donald Trump are fans in part because of their looks.

Slug takes spider for a ride video

This isn't a friendly encounter, says an insect relations expert.

"This is clearly a very ambitious spider," an insect relations expert says.

Parenting

Why I backpacked with 6-year-old

Evie Farrell has been travelling around Asia with her daughter Emmie.

They travelled for 10 months with only one backpack - this mum explains the importance of a raising global citizen.

My 6.5kg baby surprise video

LaQueena Grover, right, gave birth to Loyalty Adonis Grover, who weighed 6.5kg.

An American mother says her husband's jaw dropped when she gave birth to a 14lb baby last month.

Mum: 'I needed a break'

Being a fulltime stay-at-home mum is wonderful, rewarding, and a real privilege. But it can also be lonely, boring and ...

I'm a stay-at-home mum and I'm sending my sons to daycare. Here's why.

Overwhelmed by Kiwi kindness

'Ray Ray' Li Chau is cared for by his doting 'Nai Nai' (nanny) Juan Chen.

OPINION: The sweet story of a Chinese family in Hamilton has touched hearts around the world.

kiwi traveller

Two weeks in Italy

Italy is the kind of country that has something for every type of traveller.

Q. I've taken two weeks off to go to Italy in July. It will be my first time. Which cities do you recommend for a first timer? And is there a recommended order or itinerary that I could follow? Thanks for your help!!

Why flights take longer than ever

Don't be fooled when airlines say you're arriving ahead of schedule. They planned that.

Don't be fooled when airlines say you're arriving ahead of schedule. They planned that.

Camping etiquette: Keeping the peace

Keeping the peace: Good campground etiquette is all about looking out for your neighbours.

Camping 101: Don't park just anywhere and stick to the curfew.

Discovering Goa with some Kiwi help

Beach houses at Palolem, one of Goa's best beaches.

Stuff Travel readers Jackie and Mark Todd read one of our Expat Tales, and were inspired to go and visit.

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