Kiwi actor Michael Hurst has played a lot of Shakespearean roles.

Overseas producers making moves in NZ need to cast more Kiwi actors, says Michael Hurst

The veteran actor is tired of overseas producers "plundering our resources" without supporting local talent.

Sun, Sep 20

The dream of home ownership

'You need a 20% deposit' – and other mortgage myths that might be holding you back

Frances Cook highlights some false beliefs around mortgages that could keep you renting for longer.

Sun, Sep 20

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I feel rejected by the parties I used to support – this year I'll vote a different way'

Opinion: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a 34-year-old North Islander explains her reasoning behind voting differently to how she ever has before.

Sat, Sep 19

Is your brain at maximum capacity? How to respect your limits and reap benefits

Is your brain at maximum capacity? How to respect your limits and reap benefits

When you start to feel over-stretched at work or in life, it's time to step back and honour being human, rather than an AI bot.

Mon, Sep 14

Morgana O'Reilly stars on Taskmaster, from Monday.

'I'll vote for people with tougher lives than me' - Kiwi actor Morgana O'Reilly

As the seasoned star of White Lotus and Stories about My Body limbered up for the next wild season of Taskmaster, she also faced a 1News Grill.

Sun, Sep 13

Matcha is often billed as a healthy alternative to coffee.

From matcha to kombucha: how healthy are all the expensive 'health' drinks really?

Claire Turnbull looks at the growing array of wellbeing beverages and asks if they're worth their high price.

Sun, Sep 13

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I'm a nurse and I'll vote for the party that I believe cares about New Zealanders'

Opinion: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a registered nurse reveals who he plans to vote for in November.

Sat, Sep 12

The All Blacks during the national anthems at Cape Town

Scotty Stevenson: Rugby's greatest rivalry is also its greatest rift

Scotty Stevenson goes in search of the middle ground between the All Blacks and South Africa – and comes away empty-handed.

Fri, Sep 11

Andrew Saville.

Sav in South Africa: Why not release empty seats in corporate boxes to the public?

Opinion: 1News sports presenter Andrew Saville is in South Africa as the All Blacks and Springboks do battle.

Mon, Sep 7

A fake Frances Cook with fake ANZ branding has been circulating online.

Wait, that's not me and it's not ANZ either – I'm being deep-faked online

Finance writer Frances Cook on her experience of being deep-faked, and how to spot a scammer.

Sun, Sep 6

Film-maker Vea Mafile'o and the legendary subject of her latest documentary LOMU, playing in cinemas now.

'People would be surprised': LOMU co-director reveals what she learned about Jonah

Vea Mafile'o is a multi-award-winning film-maker, and the latest person to face a 1News Grill.

Sat, Sep 5

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I know which party I plan to vote for, but I think they need a new leader'

Opinion: A 59-year-old Christchurch salesperson in the construction industry is formulating firm views in the lead up to November 7.

Sat, Sep 5

This winter illness season has been particularly harsh.

Our health system is facing exceptional demand. Here's what we're doing about it

Opinion: Health NZ responds to an article by TVNZ reporter Gill Higgins who detailed her experience during a three-week stay at North Shore Hospital.

Thu, Sep 3

August 2026
"This must be my cortisol playing up."

Are you eating normally but still gaining weight? Let's look at the role of hormones

Social media encourages us to blame cortisol and insulin for that thickening middle, but are hormones really to blame?

Sun, Aug 30

TVNZ reporter and her baby Eiden.

Corazon Miller: 'At 37 I realised becoming a mum was up to me, and me alone'

Having a baby on her own was a clear choice for TVNZ reporter Corazon Miller, but not an easy one.

Sat, Aug 29

Steep inflation isn't your only reason to watch every dollar right now

Steep inflation isn't your only reason to watch every dollar right now

“Excuseflation” is the term for using a tough economy as an excuse to disproportionately hike prices.

Sun, Aug 23

Jonny Brugh (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

'Everyone is underrated in NZ': Jonny Brugh on the creative life in a small country

Comedian, actor, and musician Jonny Brugh is the latest to face a 1News Grill.

Sun, Aug 23

Olivia Tennet (Composite image: Callum Lloyd, 1News)

'People are really struggling': Kiwi actor notices mood shift in her neighbourhood

Actress Olivia Tennet faces questions that range from serious to trivial in our weekly 1News Grill.

Sun, Aug 16

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'National say they're fixing the basics - here's what I think about that'

OPINION: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a 64-year-old financial advisor shares his views on Aotearoa and who he plans to vote for in November.

Sat, Aug 15

The Prime Minister, flanked by the National Party President and other senior MPs, said he had the "full support" of his caucus.

Analysis: Luxon survives, but how long for?

1News Politics Producer Tom Day reflects on where an extraordinary day in Wellington leaves the National Party.

Thu, Aug 13

National Party leader adamant a proposed four-year parliamentary should include a review of our electoral system. 

Opinion: Coalitions are hard. Luxon's MMP referendum isn't the answer

The prime minister has committed to offering voters the chance to revisit their electoral system. Again.

Sun, Aug 9

Burned out and broke? Nine apps to download, sites to visit for easy saving success

Burned out and broke? Nine apps to download, sites to visit for easy saving success

Our phones can tempt us into plenty of regrettable purchases. Or – if we're smart about it – they can actually help us save, with very little effort on our part.

Sun, Aug 9

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'They make me really angry': Kiwi nurse in Oz reveals who won't get her vote

OPINION: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, we talk to a New Zealander in Australia who still keeps an eye on politics at home and will be voting this November.

Sat, Aug 8

Author and lawyer Asher Emanuel (composite image: Callum Lloyd, 1Newsa)

'Most Kiwis would be surprised by who's in prison': lawyer and best-selling crime writer

THE GRILL: Asher Emanuel is a Wellington-based lawyer and the author of one of the most talked about books of the year.

Sat, Aug 8

Richie Mo'unga celebrates Canterbury's win over Auckland at the final whistle.

Analysis: Richie Mo'unga and the return of the prodigal son

Mo'unga's first game back in New Zealand was triumphant, as many expected, but what now of his All Blacks ambitions, asks Patrick McKendry.

Sun, Aug 2