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New Police Commissioner 'open' to discussing the routine arming of officers
The Police Association wants a conversation with the new boss about routine arming of officers. Audio
Gang patch ban: 'Subtle adaptations' of insignia already being seen
Gang members are already changing their insignia to get around the law that came into effect overnight. Audio
Award-winning disability advocate quits NZ in frustration
Jonathan Mosen says New Zealand is the worst country in the Western world in which to be blind. Audio
Listen: Luxon says 'no need to meet' with hīkoi at Parliament
The Prime Minister says organisers were "closely aligned" with Te Pāti Māori, but acknowledged it was "a significant day". Audio
How the world reacted to te Hīkoi mō te tiriti
And how international media are framing the Treaty Principles Bill debate.
Watch: Seymour faces hīkoi protesters
The ACT leader was met with chants of "Kill the bill, kill the bill" when he walked out of the Beehive, before waving to the crowd and returning inside.
Te Pāti Māori MP on her viral haka: 'What did we just do?'
In the face of criticism, Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke says there was definitely a moment of 'what just happened?', after the House was suspended during voting.
Widespread disruption expected when hīkoi reaches capital
Wellingtonians are being asked to plan ahead, while the PM says he'll "wait and see" as to whether he meets hīkoi participants.
Alan Moore on life, nuclear war and the coming AI apocalypse
The man behind graphic novel classic Watchmen still fears the human race has what it takes to destroy itself. Audio
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