New Zealand

The 75 passengers and crew were evacuated into life rafts after the incident on Saturday night - a move that authorities say likely prevented loss of life.

The Reverend Richard Taylor argued back in the 1800s that the name “New Zealand” was inappropriate for this country – and that a Māori name should be established in its place.

A former pupil of Tararua College has smashed a record beyond the scope of any scholastic dreams, by becoming the first woman in the world to shear 700 sheep in a nine-hour day.

Rangatahi Maōri activist and law student Te Matahiapo Safari Hynes was announced today as the winner of Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand’s Gary Ware Legacy Award.

I Am Hope Trust to get $6 million annually

Sir Collin says plans to repeal smokefree legislation is "immoral and embarrassing internationally"

Local hapū in Whatuwhiwhi tired of waiting for council to make a move

Labour powerhouse to contest Tāmaki Makaurau seat.

Nearly 80 percent of New Zealanders play video games, with Māori more likely to play and own more gaming devices than any other demographic

Designer Kiri Nathan opened Kahuria, New Zealand Fashion Week today with her collection, Te Kuneroa. She's the first Māori to be given the honour.