How did New Zealand come to have one of the most obese populations in the world? Have the warning signs always been there, and why were they ignored? Will New Zealand ever fit into her size 12 jeans again?

How have successive waves of immigrants shaped our society, and how have we accepted them into New Zealand? How should New Zealand's immigration policy be controlled to create a better society, and avoid future conflict.

When did a farming nation such as New Zealand come to care so much about the comfort and treatment of farm animals? How have our attitudes changed over the years to the two staple ingredients of the classic kiwi breakfast - bacon and eggs.

How old is old enough to drink? As we once again look at changing New Zealand's drinking age, Hindsight looks back at the recurring debate over the last half century.

A look at the never-ending expansion of Auckland over the years. When did the positive growth turn into housewives suffering breakdowns due to suburban abandonment?

When did our attitude to the Royal Family move from reverent awe to tabloid gossip?

How do our children learn, and how do we know what they've learnt?

Current issues examined through the lens of history.

As we remember our fallen heroes, we must also remember those who did return from various conflicts to tell the tales, how they were treated, and mistreated, on their arrival.

Is New Zealand on a steady slide into moral turpitude?

The history of electricity in New Zealand seems to be one continually worrying about how our future needs are going to be satisfied.

Hindsight takes a look at the national obsession that is the road toll.

As New Zealand's prison numbers continue to grow, leaving us amongst the highest in the western world, what are we doing to stem the tide?