Students with excessive screen time at home falling asleep in class
Parents should also take on advice from the NZ Medical Journal, principals say.
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Suspicious girlfriend unearths man's 20 years of sexual offending
The woman went through his phone and discovered explicit images and recordings.
NZ beach destinations that are actually better in the bleak mid-winter
Don't wait for summer, these NZ beaches are best seen in winter.
Northland's Pita Tipene leading world's first indigenous trade agreement
The arrangement helped US and Canadian indigenous people meet for the first time.
Man narrowly avoids jail for burgling his rugby club
A man convicted and sentenced for burgling his rugby club has narrowly avoided jail.
Man crowdfunds $80,000 reparation for exploiting migrant workers
Around 19 workers were housed in a garage for four months. Some were without mattresses.
From giant switchboards to honey makers: Finalists named for Hawke's Bay Export Awards
Finalists include industries from honey making to fruit growers to manufacturers and tech.
Havelock North businesses concerned about road safety during New World build
Business owners in Havelock North are worried about safety and a lack of consultation.
Fruit rescue: Kiwifruit picked ahead of land development
Fletcher Living faced the challenge of what to do with acres of kiwifruit.
Te Radar previews Young Farmer of the Year on The Country
Te Radar, David Seymour, Greg Coppell, Jamie Strang, Phil Duncan.
SH2 in BoP remains closed after serious crash
Police were called to the crash about 1.55pm.
'I don't feel safe': NZ's most burgled neighbourhoods - how does your suburb compare?
Use our interactive to see New Zealand's most burgled community.
Sad history of rainbow comedians laid bare
Documentary film delves into the once-secret history of LGBTQIA+ representation in comedy.
Taranaki powerlifter on top of world
Ashleigh Hoeta now heads to Turkey where she’ll take on the best arm wrestlers.
Waikato Expressway update: Horotiu southbound on-ramp to close for several weeks
The closures would allow for resurfacing works to take place, NZTA said.
Just what the doctor ordered for Wairoa: A triple-header at the rugby
Three Wairoa teams did the business one Saturday; now home matches are next.
New house at Gibbs Farm sculpture park on NZ's Best Homes with Phil Spencer
'Leveraging our innovative reputation in the pursuit of creating remarkable homes'.
Many were hit hard by June 26 flooding in Wairoa, including fire brigade
CFO Luke Knight and fellow volunteers were on the job with fellow firefighters at 4.30am.
TGH gets into the energy business as its Ruakura Superhub flourishes
Energy demand to grow along with 93ha first stage of the huge business precinct.
‘I howled with laughter’ - The Bitches' Box reviewed
Review: Kem Ormond checks out The Bitches' Box.
Hawke’s Bay apple industry: Newcomer buys 70ha of orchards amid industry shake-up
A German-owned newcomer has bought the apple orchards in Twyford.
Whakaari owners want to grant scientists access
'If they're not monitoring that risk, that's not fair. I don't care who owns it.'
A 'Burning Love' for exercise: Filling the gap for disabled fitness in Hawke's Bay
Leana Becker saw a need, so she set out to make a difference.
Wairoa flooding has worsened housing woes: iwi
A critical need: Wairoa iwi trust urges Government to provide social housing.
Govt considers new Ruapehu marae and cultural hub after ‘flawed’ engagement with iwi
Concerns were raised about commercialising the Tūroa family name on Mt Ruapehu.
It's another barrier: Reducing wait times for driver's licence tests welcomed
Northlanders welcome the Government's move to cut wait times for driver's licence tests.
Demo derby: YMP 1 too strong for No 2 team
Another winning step for Premier title-seeking YMP (1)
Hockey One, Hockey Two, Hockey Three: The bully on this week's tournaments.
The men beat South Canterbury in Napier, the women beat North Harbour B in Christchurch.
'Brutal attack': Man held partner in chokehold while children watched
A judge said there are children all over New Zealand traumatised by domestic violence.
Early childhood centre’s licence to be cancelled
Country Kindy's licence is being cancelled due to alleged curriculum violations.
Northland power cut inquiry ramps up
An investigation into the Northland blackout is stepping up a gear.
Hauraki community gets behind jammy campaign
Hundreds of Hauraki kids will be warm with new pyjamas this winter.
‘I saw some terrible stuff’: Retired rural hero reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
When the cyclone struck one retired farmer knew he had the skills to lend a hand.