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Historic Asian firsts amid election disappointment
Asian representation is likely to hold at 11 MPs, matching the previous term.
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Christchurch golf club 'devastated' by golfer's racial abuse
Hagley Golf Course has condemned a racist assault in Hagley Park.
Women of the All Blacks: The journey to becoming rugby's most diverse team
The All Blacks have the highest number of female staff of any top-tier rugby nation.
Rolleston's rapid growth leaves car-dependent town playing catch-up
Researchers say its 1970s vision could offer lessons for future growth.
Toolkit helping sports clubs create a place for all
Research shows 45% of trans people avoid sports clubs where they feel unwelcome.
‘They haven’t learned much’: NZ’s oldest Holocaust survivor on the world today
The 103-year-old is sharing her story in an effort to prevent hate.
NYT bestselling author Graci Kim on racism, near-death experiences and spirituality
Graci Kim details her journey from being a diplomat to becoming a bestselling author.
Where in the world is Barbie’s life-size Dream House?
Go inside Barbie's iconic house, complete with adult-sized slide.
University suspends academic behind Jason Arday plagiarism charges
Belgium's Ghent University has suspended researcher Nathan Cofnas.
Programme introduces women students to careers in construction
Industry leaders say diversity is vital to building better infrastructure.
NZ's top women in infrastructure: Four leaders, one message
Four women infrastructure leaders outline how New Zealand can build for growth.
UK university probes plagiarism claims against professor
Cambridge has launched a probe into Jason Arday’s qualifications.
Mary Rivera remembered for Spider-Man’s memorable Lola scene
Mary Rivera played Ned’s Filipino grandmother in the 2021 Marvel film.
‘Really upsetting’: Māori student told to scrub off drawn-on tā moko design
One of the largest schools in the country has been accused of discrimination.
Māori word named world's most beautiful by language app
The word means guardianship and protection of the environment for the present and future.
'Unethical': Doctors reject Govt's stalled puberty blockers ban
NZ Medical Journal report says a blanket ban would harm young gender-diverse people.
'Respect and dignity': Employers urged to embrace culturally responsive practices
Lawyer Jennifer Mills says prayer spaces and hui can support workplace inclusivity.
Educators, doctors, athletes among Kiwis celebrated in King's Birthday Honours
In all, 178 people have been recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours.
NZ Football honoured at Diversity Awards with two top prizes
Māori participation in football has risen 9% from 2024 through new programmes.
Amanda Sterling: There are no excuses left for gender washing in NZ
OPINION: Dr Amanda Sterling warns many firms practise 'gender-washing', not real equity.
Power players of property: The men behind billions in homes and offices
These 12 CEOs control billions of dollars of New Zealand land and buildings.
May the 4th be with you: Meet NZ's biggest lightsaber group
'It’s about friendship, it’s about finding your place in the galaxy from far, far away.'
NZ's population bombshell: A massive demographic shift looms – experts warn we're not ready
Fewer births, workers and a spectre of xenophobia as Asians outnumber NZ Europeans.
How Auckland can become a high-wage, world-class city
Auckland needs to treat growth as a system rather than a set of isolated fixes.