‘Man of the match’ is offensive, says England Rugby

Language guide issued by national rugby team says use of ‘man’ or ‘men’ can feel exclusionary and claims there are more than two genders

NZ not yet recognising Palestinian state, Foreign Minister Winston Peters announces

The government has decided against recognising Palestinian statehood, retaining its "when, not if" position.

Couple ‘vindicated’ by top court after buying ‘rock star’ $2.8m farm that failed

After more than a decade, Philip and Julie Routhan‘s fight over a farm they forked out millions for on false pretences has ended with a substantial payout.

Council slaps itself with abatement notice over river work

The council was contacted over concerns there had been a heavy-handed approach to removing willows within the stream.

Farmers in limbo after ‘stupid’ plan pause: O'Connor

Former West Coast-Tasman MP Damien O’Connor says the government’s move to suspend the rollout of freshwater farm plans has left farmers in limbo....

Marsden Fund cuts a win for 'convenient' evidence

From the University of Auckland – Opinion: Cutting social sciences and humanities from NZ’s ‘blue skies’ research funding means dark times for independent thought.

Letter to Minister: Mike King’s alcohol statements ‘misinformed and harmful’

In a leaked letter to Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey, two senior mental health professionals say the Gumboot Friday mental health advocate’s alcohol advice is ‘dangerous’

‘Waste of money’: Council frustrated at DOC over boat ramp delay