Children were spending more than half their time on screens after 8pm.
It comes amid a critical shortage in the workforce.
Once as popular at school as social media, 'stamp collecting' is in danger of dying out.
Richie Mo'unga has been benched while Beauden Barrett lines up at fullback.
The increase in the Māori prison population from 50% in 2018 to almost 53% this year is "a national disgrace", writes Jack Tame.
From the glory years of New Zealand's first win and defence of the America's Cup to being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, there's been plenty to reflect on in his sailing life.
Spears reportedly asked Wembanyama for a photo but things went awry when a member of his team allegedly "knocked her glasses off" during a scuffle.
There's still concern that vaping has introduced a wave of new generation smokers 'going digital'.
A driver on the Mount Wellington Highway was shocked when a car pulled up next to them - and had a gun pointed out the window at them.
The 2016 Rio Olympics bronze medalist cleared 4.73m at a meet in Barcelona to automatically qualify for Paris in her first competition within the qualification window.
The porky problem facing North Auckland has been solved, with the runaway pig caught.
Lucy Jenkins will run out in the black jersey for the first time this weekend against Canada in Ottawa.
Dairy farmer Jason Halford says he was so burnt out he couldn't function.
Volunteer firefighters Craig Stevens and Dave van Zwanenberg were investigating a flooded property when a landslide caused the house to collapse.
Pacific correspondent Barbara Dreaver has her news roundup for the region.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand have been recommended to review its risk management procedures in light of the tragic event.
Picking the "best XV for this week" is a nod to Super Rugby form but also knowing the South African challenge that lies ahead, writes Brodyn Knuckey.
The venue will host concerts and mind bending multimedia experiences when it officially opens in September, with a huge act set for the launch.
Bookabach is investigating after Re: News raised questions about messages a host sent.
Shane van Gisbergen's historic NASCAR win sent shockwaves through the motorsport world and they even managed to reach the best of the best in Formula 1.
As the hunt for the mystery $33.5 million winner continues Lotto spoke of others going unclaimed, but like life in Jurassic Park, Lotto always finds a way.
Jitka Klimkova said she has only communicated with Meikayla Moore via text since naming her as only a training partner for this year's FIFA World Cup.
David Brooke was arrested by Australia Capital Territory police on Wednesday night and has been charged with one count of indecency against a 16-year-old referee.
Hollie Smith, Boh Runga and Fat Freddy's Drop are just some of the musicians featured.
Volcanic Air Safaris Limited, Aerius Limited and Kahu New Zealand Limited each entered their pleas this afternoon.
For his part, Victor Wembanyama says Spears "grabbed" him from behind before a bodyguard allegedly slapped her in the face. Spears has a different story.
He was unresponsive when pulled from the water.
Lydia Ko faces a tough task at Pebble Beach after her opening round of the LPGA major literally went off-course on the par-three fifth hole.
Inside Parliament is the 1News politics podcast.
DOC made the decision two weeks ago to allow a bottlenose dolphin to decompose but failed to consult correct iwi over the matter.
The insolvency director in charge of Karen's Diner NZ says he's left with "scant information" about its downfall.
After two years recovering from a shock cancer diagnosis, Alex Pledger will leave his beloved sport on his own terms.
The return of the classic flavours appears to have gone down well with chocolate lovers.
Two parties are celebrating their birthdays today - but there's a pretty big age gap between them.
A report released today found Craig Stevens and Dave van Zwanenberg were unaware of the imminent danger waiting for them.
Some Tolaga Bay residents have been left feeling "vulnerable", as their main route in and out might not be useable again until summer.
A 47-year-old has been arrested after Buddy the dog was stolen from his Woolston shelter.
At 119 years old, the Kaiapoi Railway Station had the ride of its life this morning.
With key ingredients in short supply globally, chocolate lovers will need to pay a higher price for the sweet treat.
While 30 million people have already downloaded the app, Twitter's Elon Musk isn't happy about it.
Seven grand finalists are fired up to contest the coveted title of Young Farmer of the Year.
Earth's record high average temperature of 17.18 degrees Celsius, set on Wednesday and matched yesterday, was beaten today.
In a new lawsuit, an ex-employee alleged the school lacked windows as West, who founded the academy, "did not like glass".
