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This calf club for 'townies' has been running for four decades
At the club, the children learn about every aspect of their animal's life. Audio
An unexpected turn of the wheel: How repairing bikes took a Kiwi to China
A new job taught Tyson Hobson mechanical skills and, more surprisingly, Mandarin.
Ducklings, donkeys and a lizard join Blessing of the Animals
The annual blessing saw more than 100 people attending St Matthew-in-the-City in Auckland with their pets. Audio
The volunteers showcasing Auckland's War Museum despite asbestos concerns
The recent discovery of asbestos has given new opportunities to tell different stories about some objects, volunteers say.
Older workers rewrite the AI narrative
Some are sceptical, others enthusiastic - but over-50s are proving they can adapt faster than many expected. Audio
Meta's suspension of social media accounts takes toll on Kiwis
Users complain they have lost years of memories and their social lives through closure of their Facebook and Instagram accounts. Audio
'Pretty much everything is online' - Uni students turn to digital textbooks
University of Auckland bookstore UBIQ is facing liquidation as students turn to online coursework. Audio
Older people struggling to find and keep employment
New data shows 25 percent of Australian employers classify over-50s as being older, and some say it isn't any better here.
Working from home: Hospitality businesses still struggle for customers
People may be spending more time in the office, but many hospitality businesses say they are yet to see a significant lift to their revenue.
How are New Zealand cinemas surviving?
With the rising cost of living, the slow economy and numerous streaming options - how are New Zealand cinemas doing?
The pros and cons of AI chatbot-human relationships
"He's become the vessel for all the love I have to give" says AI chatbot user Jade. But does AI enhance or harm human relationships and experiences?
How much do urgent care fees vary within 21km in Auckland?
As part of the Budget this year, Health Minister Simeon Brown promised greater accessibility to urgent healthcare. Audio
Do you really need a water filter?
We go behind the scenes at a treatment plant to find out what's really happening to our tap water.
'Every dollar counts' - The etiquette of asking for doggy bag
Some restaurants say they've been seeing a rise in people asking to take leftovers away.
School breakfasts: 'A really great way to show we care'
How one school is making providing lunch - and breakfast - look easy
'Exciting': Young world champ wants to spread croquet appeal
"It puts you in high pressure situations," Levi Franks from Christchurch says. Audio
'Exciting': Young world champ wants to spread croquet appeal
"It puts you in high pressure situations," Levi Franks from Christchurch says. Audio