A stunning essay from Max Rashbrooke examining his ancestors' role in the shaping of Aotearoa, and what that means for his own role in its future.

Jeanette Wikaira (Ngāti Pukenga, Ngāti Tamaterā, Ngāpuhi) has had a 30-year career in universities, libraries, and cultural heritage.

University of Otago.

University of Otago.

Matua Kahurangi’s identity remains unknown. But his existence – real or fabricated – reflects a moment in time where online ...

Ask anyone what Christchurch’s most iconic building is and you might expect to hear some of the dusty old classics like the ...

The resignation of the director general of health is the latest departure in what Labour is calling a 'purge' of health ...

Stories by Catherine Murupaenga-Ikenn ...

Why New Zealanders donate money and who they give it to – and how tools like Givealittle are changing the giving landscape.

'Yes', 'growth', 'sunshine': The Spinoff recaps the House debate in the first edition of Echo Chamber.

New Zealand’s Entomological Society is hosting its annual bug of the year contest. Here are some of the insects in the running. For some reason – perhaps humans’ inherent competitiveness ...

Neville Peat MNZM is the recipient of the Prime Minister's Award for Literary Achievement in nonfiction. He has written over 50 books. 'The falcon waits, statue still, eyes full and unblinking.