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The 'how to guide' videos to falsely claim hardship withdrawals are littered across social media platforms. Audio

Auckland Transport did not think the speed increase was "desirable or appropriate" but it was legally obligated to make the change. Audio

Todd McClay says he does intend to uphold pre-election promise to unlock KiwiSaver for farm purchases.

An illegal street racer says he's formally apologised to many residents and wants to sell his impounded car. Audio

Fly-tippers illegally dumping rubbish could be in for a shock if new laws are passed allowing councils to crack down on them and use clues such as old car registration plates or names on letters or… Audio

Sight-impaired people living in the Southern Auckland could miss out on a guide dog after a savage attack on a handler and his guide dog.

Between January and 22 May 2025, Auckland Council said it received 6197 reports of roaming dogs and impounded 2460. Audio

John Schofield was laying face down in the water after being knocked down by heavy swells while fishing near the mouth of Ōtaki River.

Carla says she feels denied the medical care she needed after being told she would have to pay $300 for three appointments to discuss HRT. Audio

The list of King's Birthday honours will be released on Monday. Audio

Palmerston North teen Ryan Satterthwaite died after playing a Run It-style game this week. Audio

Calls are growing louder to ban the game in the wake of a teenager's death in Palmerston North. Audio

New guidance on photography and filming will help empower children, says the privacy commissioner. Audio

The chef and restauranteur sells bottomless drip coffee at some of the cafes he owns. Audio

Police confirm staff have been directed not to investigate shoplifting of goods worth less than $500. Audio

A new no-frills service station in Auckland has seen prices fall, but do not expect the big savings to last for long, says a fuel price expert. Audio

Twenty children have died from malnutrition in Gaza in the last few days, Save the Children say. Audio

A group of youths grappling with some of the decisions made by the government expressed their concerns at a post-Budget chat hosted by the Child Poverty Action Group. Audio

A Wellington worker's heated exchange with Winston Peters at a public press conference has landed him hot water with his employer. Audio

The 32-fighter event is being promoted as having no professionals and no weight limits. Audio

The Auckland War Memorial Museum is hoping to open part of the building within days, as it loses thousands of dollars daily. Audio

Teen missed his restricted driver's test over VTNZ's claimed 'health and safety' issues with dog hair and sand. Audio

Woolworths New Zealand claims a 'full basket' in New Zealand is 10 percent cheaper. Audio

In the wake of the recent controversy, a University of Auckland linguistics expert says he believes it is still one of the worst swear words.

"I challenge you to give it a go sister," a disability support worker said. Audio