New Zealand
'Waste of money': Families slam Auckland Easter festival's prices and 'mouldy rides'
Attendees reported just three bouncy castles and one mini Jeep ride on offer.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'A monumental victory': Why Instagram's court loss is NZ parents' gain
OPINION: Last week's jury verdict was like David v Goliath, says filmmaker Nadia Maxwell.
The truth about autism in women, according to a neuroscientist
Telegraph: Autism was once thought to be extremely rare in females. Why?
Chromebook remorse: Tech backlash at schools extends beyond phones
New York Times: In a rising number of US schools, textbooks and pencils are back.
Twilight star Taylor Lautner and wife expecting first child
The actor's wife posed with ultrasound photos as the couple celebrated.
Kim Crossman on birth trauma, recovery and newborn travel life
The actress opens up about her dramatic first three months of motherhood.
'Are these mushrooms safe to eat?': When to use AI's help and when to absolutely not
OPINION: Health NZ has been told don't use ChatGPT for clinical notes, so when is it okay?
'Things are getting worse': Charity donations drop 50% as cost of living bites
One charity's shelves have emptied, and donations have decreased as Kiwis feel the pinch.
Watch: 'Deliberately impregnated' - UK MP targets Kiwi businessman over DJ pregnancy
MP Natalie Fleet told Westminster Hall the issue is about power - not parenthood
I’m polyamorous – people are wrong if they think it’s all about sex
Telegraph: Naomi Aldwyn-Allsworth says she's on a mission to bust myths about polyamory.
Inside the weird world of Elijah Wood
Now a father of two, Elijah Wood is rethinking when to share Middle-earth.
At 50, I wrote a book about stupid things old people do. My ideas have changed
OPINION: Author Steven Petrow, 69, now sees his life – and ageing – in a different light.
'Hey Jude': Charlie Puth and Brooke Sansone share first baby photos
The couple named their newborn son Jude after he arrived on March 13.
Lifang Chen: Why children can be better investors than adults
OPINION: Her daughter chose companies behind the games and brands she uses every day.
'My husband left me for a younger woman. I've never been happier'
Telegraph: Nine years after a messy divorce, Anne Dawson is living life on her terms.
The work perks Kiwi employees prioritise most and the ones they aren't getting
Non-traditional work perks are becoming increasingly valued by staff.
How a 22-year-old taking in five siblings led to a powerful new NZ film
Dawn's inspired by a 3am police raid on director Jasmine Day's South Auckland home.
Informed, not overwhelmed: Here's how to cope with the news (and help your children too)
Feeling anxious is a normal human reaction to current news events.
Do you really need to wash new clothes before wearing them?
New York Times: Fabrics are often treated with a variety of chemicals, experts say.
We study mass shooters. Something terrifying is happening online
NYT Opinion: Teens in crisis don’t need to seek out dark material. It finds them.
Three years lost: What parents’ phone use is doing to their children in NZ
New research shows the huge impact parental cell phone use is having on our kids' brains.
The five types of ‘hasslers’ in your life and how to deal with them
Telegraph: Dealing with difficult people may drive ageing. Here's how to protect yourself.
'Mama's little helpers': Princess Lilibet joins mum Meghan for new social media promo
The $450 gift box includes flowers, tea and honey.
'Putting on a brave front': Kiwi-born country star Keith Urban publicly snubbed by daughter
The singer had acknowledged Nicole Kidman had not alienated his daughters from him.
Missing embryos at Auckland IVF clinic spark apology and investigation
The frozen embryos disappeared last year.
Katrina Colombié: The social media debate is missing the most important voices
Many students want clearer guidance from parents and support from schools.
Sam Wallace on twins starting school, quiet house and new fitness app
Sam and his wife reflect on pushing through years and creating their dream business.
Double miracle: NZ’s first natural surrogate twins
In what is thought to be a New Zealand first, Whanganui mum Emma got twice the surprise.
'Beyond blessed': Northland mum finds hope after son’s rare diagnosis
Roy Kaumavae jnr has tetrasomy 18p – one of just three known cases in NZ.
Asking me to move on is like saying don't breathe: Bringing Isabella's body home to NZ
My only child died in 2024 in an avalanche in Japan. This is my life without her.