The Latest Breaking News from New Zealand

The concern about gangs and gang-related violence in New Zealand continues to be highly politicised. Government ministers are under constant media scrutiny and political pressure, with both sides trying to look more staunch on crime than the other. The problem is that these debates often lack history, context or vision.

Sally Blundell reviews a unique record of New Zealand life

Former Green MP Keith Locke explains why the Prime Minister’s decision to attend the Nato Leaders meeting might make David Lange turn in his grave.

Matariki Day must remain our day, celebrated our way, the best way we see fit, and not just another commercial marketing opportunity, writes Peter Dunne

The symptoms caused by coal smoke include coughs, chest pains and breathlessness - Svetlana said 'every night I need to wear a gas mask because I can't sleep, I can't breathe'

Ireland will play a three-test series against New Zealand next month, with matches taking place in Auckland, Dunedin and Wellington

Pedro Clariman, 26, fell asleep while playing with his 10-month-old daughter Mika as his family drove home from a funeral in Christchurch, New Zealand, before they crashed

Williamson missed the second Test after testing positive for Covid

Ben Stokes is looking for his team to provide even more entertainment for the paying public at Leeds this week, and a debutant will be one to watch out for against New Zealand