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Rent your own private paradise video

9:15 AM  It's as idyllic as the Maldives. And for $120 a day, this slice of Fiji could be all yours.

Fatal crash pair named

Police have named the two men killed in the crash on the Waimate Highway.

11 min ago  Horton Hill, 80, and Matthew Gilchrist, 31, died in a high-speed Boxing Day crash.

A moko completed video

9:02 AM  Patrick Salmon sparked a gender debate when he got a traditional Māori chin tattoo.

New Zealand isn't working stuff nation

OPINION: A economy is only as good as its weakest link. In NZ's case, that's unemployment.

'Tradition took a back step' video

Lovey Ahomiro's father stormed out of the hospital in anger when he learned of a plan to donate his grand-daughter's organs.

Police: 'Some really crap driving' video

"The usual idiots" are causing constant complaints, say officers on scenic highway.

national

Tour vehicle rolls near Qtown

A Nomad Safaris four-wheel-drive rolled on Chard Farm Rd in Gibbston Valley, near Queenstown.

The scenic tour vehicle with six tourists aboard was trying to give way to a "very large truck".

Cruise ship passenger dies

The man suffered a medical event while the ship was in Napier.

A KiwiRail spokesman said the Kaiarahi ferry had "minor technical issues" during the crossing.

Ferry was 'dead in the water'

Passenger says engine stopped, but ferry says it never lost propulsion.

Video

Organs give new life to seven

Dene Riddell's life ended tragically, but parts of him will live on in the bodies of seven strangers.

world

Driver returning from clinic

Jessica Falkholt, 28, who appeared on Home and Away in 2016, remains in a critical condition in hospital.

The man believed to be responsible for the crash that left ex Home and Away actress fighting for life was returning from a methadone clinic.

Dogs kill woman on Xmas Eve

US man went to look for his wife. Before he found her, two dogs attacked. They'd already killed her.

A 23-year-old man has been remanded in custody after being extradited from South Australia to Brisbane, on a charge of ...

Father accused of torturing baby

Australian's seven-week-old son was found with 19 fractures. He's spent years since dodging court dates.

business

Come on NZ, we can do it

The increased globalism of technology such as Uber has disrupted local businesses.

11 min ago  OPINION: The world is ours for the taking, and with a small amount of coordination, we can make a massive impact, writes Xero boss Rod Drury

Middle NZ is struggling

They're working very hard and just staying afloat, inequality researcher says.

Online shopping is still growing, thanks to more people using devices to shop.

Shopping changed a lot in 2017 video

9:06 AM  2017 will go down as the year that shoppers finally discovered their phones.

technology

Facebook's war against fake news

In a little more than a decade, the service founded by Harvard dropout Mark Zuckerberg in a college dorm room has become ...

There's no easy fix, but this is what Facebook is doing in its war against fake news.

Gadgets that the reviewers want

OPINION: From time to time we come across a gadget so good, it breaks our little hearts to send it back.

New Zealand television habits are veering towards streaming as opposed to the more traditional types. Gwynn Compton ...

Land of Netflix and chill

This summer, Kiwis are heating up the broadband cables.

homed

A cute rural guest barn gallery

Aucklander Christina Eaglen’s holiday home and barn at Peraki on the southern side of Banks Peninsula are totally ...

Christina Eaglen’s happy place is an elegantly decorated room in a barn set in an isolated slice of rural Canterbury.

Interior inspo of the year

Our favourite Instagram pics of 2017, shared by stylish and creative Kiwis around the country.

The special touches are the difference between a good party and a great one.

Avoid a New Year's Eve fizzer

The biggest party night of the year is almost upon us. Here's how to throw a good bash.

life & style

Best & worst dressed celebrities gallery

Zendaya and Daisy Ridley are killing it this week while Noomi Rapace misses the mark.

This week, Zendaya earns extra credit, Daisy Ridley is perfectly poised and Noomi Rapace goes a step too far.

Don't ask this on a dating app

OPINION: Even when meant as a compliment, this question is more likely to land as an insult.

If you can't recite Lydia's "sweat" speech from the Fame credits by heart, you've got some studying to do.

Six star resolutions for 2018 video

9:57 AM  OPINION: New year's resolutions are so much easier with the ladies of the '80s on repeat play.

christmas

Christmas cracker 'knife' surprise

The large rusty blade found inside the Christmas cracker.

Australian boy finds rusty blade "like something from prison" in Christmas cracker.

Mariah's Christmas cash cow

It was written 23 years ago, but Mariah Carey's classic Christmas song is still earning the superstar over $3m each year.

Pink's daughter Willow and son Jameson.

Pink's Christmas 'mum fail'

"Santa I'm worried about our elf, he hasn't moved in three days".

well & good

The healthiest Champagne in NZ

For a real taste of low- and no-sugar Champagne, here is what's on offer in New Zealand.

By leaving out the sweet stuff, the flavour is more complex and ripe.

The stupid ways we get injured

Doctors say the holidays tend to bring out embarrassing injuries but, really, we do stupid things all year long.

Most of us will use December 25th as a day to pig out,

Coping with Xmas day blow out

Indigestion, hangover or cabin fever - what you need to feel better.

food & wine

'Tis the season for food poisoning

Under-cooked or poorly stored chicken is one of the key risks for food poisoning over the Christmas period.

Kiwis love a big Christmas feast - but it's making us sick.

Start the day with pudding

These fragrant pancakes make a great dessert, or – even better – an indulgent way to start the day.

Bring us some festive pudding

A hot tip at Hot Sauce

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Farm community help fire victims

Sharemilker Nina Maxwell and her daughter Mackenzie, 2, survey the burnt out remains of their family farm house, near ...

"Thank you to everyone around New Zealand." Family's heartfelt message after fire destroyed their home.

80 farms fail consent laws

Canterbury farmers are striving to meet new environmental standards but almost one in 10 are not up to scratch.

Farmers 'feeling the pinch'

Capital gains tax on farms?

entertainment

Fry's elfy obsession

Lucy Fry has played mermaids and vampires in the  past, but she says nothing compares to becoming an elf for Bright.

Aussie actress reveals why her role is a dream come true.

Cinema's Star Wars warning video

One scene in the latest Star Wars film left cinemagoers so bewildered that the movie theatre had to issue a warning.

The backlash came after a fairly innocuous Instagram post in which Swift thanks fans for making it a good year.

Swift's Insta controversy video

Taylor Swift faces backlash for an Instagram post which shows her playing in front of thousands of fans.

travel

Laidback luxe on the East Cape

The home's oversized windows, wide decks and spacious bedrooms helped make it a winner in the design category of the ...

The winner in the design category of the 2017 Bookabach awards offer an upgraded classic Kiwi holiday experience.

Where to find peace and quiet video

From meditation retreats to silent cafes, here's where to get some hush.

The royal bride-to-be and Prince Harry have kept busy, travelling to glamorous destinations including Botswana, Jamaica, ...

Where Markle vacations

The royal bride-to-be has kept busy, travelling to glamorous destinations including Botswana, Jamaica, and Norway.

motoring

Levorg wagon is watching you video

New bumper, grille and adaptive headlights up front. Same 2.0-litre turbo engine under the bonnet, courtesy of WRX.

Subaru's fast wagon now has every angle covered - with lots of cameras.

The survivalist lifestyle vehicle video

Don't pick a fight with Mercedes-Benz's G-Pro pickup truck. You'll lose.

Z Energy want to speed things up for customers.

Petrol pump 'fast lane' trialled

Z Energy announces "fast lane", where you can fill up without leaving your car.

stuff nation

You can't reverse euthanasia stuff nation

I was told to think about turning my wife's life support off. Eight months later, she's looking forward to the future.

I was told to think about turning my wife's life support off. Eight months later, she's looking forward to the future.

Confusing race and culture stuff nation

South African expats who want to revive a "racist" national holiday in NZ are making a dangerous mistake.

Magazines were the target this day

Dougie and Me stuff nation

Just like the real Dougie Howlett, my wee boy is fast and a bit naughty.

sport

Higgins' superfight warning video

Joseph Parker's promoter David Higgins continues to talk tough as the world heavyweight unification fight with Anthony ...

Parker's promoter warns it's "a grave mistake" by Joshua camp to underestimate them.

Chess champ's moral stand video

8:55 AM  Anna Muzychuk is skipping a lucrative event in Saudi Arabia to protest the treatment of women there.

England tailender Stuart Broad was a little miffed when he was given out by the third umpire.

Broad miffed by catch video

8:38 AM  Aussie fielder was confident, but England star wasn't so sure after being given out to controversial catch.

opinion

Big nest, little nest egg video

Lots of nest, not much nest egg. A common wealth problem in New Zealand.

OPINION: Houses worth millions, but nothing in the bank. Superannuitants have little choice but to sell up.

Drinking rules for NYE amateurs

If you're drinking wine don't try and keep up with people drinking beer. Wine is much stronger than beer.

OPINION: Rule No. 1: The point where shots seem like a good idea is exactly the moment where they're not.

Trump's Jerusalem: why it makes sense

President Donald Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel has angered many but is actually the ...

OPINION: Jerusalem is recognition of a president doing what he promised in a campaign.

Don't ask this on a dating app

This question stings every time, an online dating coach says.

OPINION: Even when meant as a compliment, this question is more likely to land as an insult.

special projects

The demise and rise of Andrew Little

Andrew Little

Inside the Labour leader's decision to make way for Jacinda-mania.

Under fire: A special investigation

Why are more New Zealanders being shot by the law?

Why are more New Zealanders being shot by the law?

'Just call it a terrible accident'

Prayer Ready

When Prayer Ready died, the Gloriavale leadership rallied around.

The islands where life is different

20042017  Photo: Iain McGregor
Papua New Guinea.
The remote island of Iwa by the Tobriand Islands.

There are no hotels, shops or restaurants - but life abounds.

SH1: The broken road

The SH1 south of Clarence. Tourists are still driving all the way to Clarence before they realise the road is closed.

NZ’s main road will soon be whole again. Everyone's counting the days.

115 died in the CTV building collapse

CTV: 115

Still, after six years, no-one has been held responsible for their deaths.

Tracking the new Government

The First Draft

Fact-checking, analysis and numbers on the new Government.

good reads

In search of a forever home

Waikumete's wildflowers signal the start of spring.

People spend a lifetime looking for their dream home, but often put little thought into where they will spend eternity.

The room used to change the world

Ernest Rutherford, the Kiwi genius who changed the world.

Once used to store student robes, this unassuming spot helped give birth to the Nuclear Age.

When Whitney defied Hadlee

Mike Whitney eventually gifted the match ball to Sir Richard Hadlee, 27 years after he defied the great New Zealand fast ...

It made Mike Whitney famous, Greg Dyer a villain and left a shattered New Zealand team wondering 'what if'.

'I'm in the wrong body'

"I am in the wrong body," Kyle told Marion.

For six years Kyle and Marion Mewburn have lived a double life harbouring Kyle's secret. Until now.

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Game of bones

Glen Wilson first discovered the fossils about 10 years ago before digging them up more recently.

It took a heart attack for Glen Wilson to get serious about his fossil finds.

Wonderful rescue of Louis Mac video

James Parker, the man, with Louis Mac, the dog.

Nobody knows what horrors flashed through the mind of the dog stranded up on a crumbling bank.

Shark house fishing for status

Bill Heine commissioned sculptor John Buckley to create the fibreglass shark to protest America's bombing of Libya.

A house with a shark in its roof could be given heritage listed status by the same the council that wanted to tear it down.

Seven weirdest Kiwi yarns of 2017

Fabio the Octopus enjoying life at Wellington's Island Bay Marine Education Centre. Unfortunately, things weren't so ...

An octopus lost his genitals, a tree died from "urine burn", and a helicopter crew chased a herd of cows. Oh, New Zealand.

Parenting

Want to age well? Stop at 2 kids

Will women age better if they stop at 1 or 2 kids?

Study suggests all those sleepless nights can take a toll on a mum's body - and it shows.

Mum's anguish as Gammy turns 4

Gammy gets a birthday kiss from his mother Pattaramon "Goy" Chanbua.

Child at the centre of international surrogacy scandal has never seen his twin, who lives more than 5000km away.

Celeb babies born in 2017 video

Rumi and Sir Carter were introduced to the world with this instagram photo, which has garnered over 10 million likes.

Beyonce welcomed Rumi and Sir while George and Amal had Ella.

Most posh baby names of all time video

Surely baby Willa won't be teased at school.

Yseult, Edwina and Xerxes - these are the poshest baby names of all time.

kiwi traveller

Ask an expert: Adelaide

Barossa Valley, famous for its wineries, is just an hour's drive from Adelaide.

Need help with a short break in Adelaide? We can help. Email your travel questions to travel@stuff.co.nz.

The bliss of a barbecue

Helen, Faith and David Mitchell

David Mitchell loves the weather, the culture and the people.

Readers' travel pics of the week

This was the beautiful view we woke to every morning when we stayed at Blue Banana on the western side of Tongatapu, the ...

Do you have a holiday snap that you'd like to share with the world? Send it to us and be in to win a Fujifilm camera!

Land of the long hot summer

Some pristine natural landscapes are only a short drive away.

Bring on the stunted, storm-threatened but still can't-beat-it Kiwi summer.

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