Shortland Street

Our favourite soap stars scrub up for a milestone 30th anniversary photo shoot

The Shorty star’s psychic reading revealed a real-life medical emergency

The actress reveals she's been battling some personal demons as she chases Stateside stardom

Unable to see her beloved family, the Shortland Street star found a lovable lockdown buddy to hug instead

Shortland Street actress Elisabeth tells why it's the best therapy playing her evil alter ego and why she won't let her down

The lovable larrikin may be losing some of his Street appeal

On the road with the stars!

After giving birth to her second child, the actress reveals what it was like performing stunts while pregnant on Shortland Street: Retribution

We asked our favourite Ferndale whānau what gives them the season’s jollies and to share a top TV moment

Holiday plans are go!

The Palmerston North talent won't let Down syndrome stop her star from rising

The former Shorty star opens up about her rocky ride on Celebrity Treasure Island

The Celebrity Treasure Island darling reveals the silver lining to her mental health diagnosis

The former Shorty star spills the beans on her survival skills, diets and dating apps

The soap stars share their silly season wish lists.

'My life has changed forever!' the actress says.

Fellow Celebrity Treasure Island contestant Jodie was the first person Lily called when she got offered the role as a Bachelorette.

Putting her needs first: Kerry-Lee has realised it’s time to “look inwards and take some care of myself”.

"This is where our life and journey together starts and there are so many things to look forward to," the Shorty star beams. "Being called Mrs Randell is just so cool – as is saying 'I've got a husband!'"

''In the past I have wanted the conventional things in life – financial security, a partner, children but it always ends in tears. Maybe I haven't quite wanted the right things at the right time. '

Chatting about their new play, Sir Roger Hall's Winding Up, the pair can't believe they're still treading the boards four decades on!

And yes, you can book them for your wedding!

''He is the most kind, caring and compassionate person in the world.''

In order to tell her story, Monique had to face the court system - something she was no stranger to as a child.

''They had nowhere to go and she was desperate for someone to take them. I just looked at them and thought, 'How can I say no?'''

Black Caps, All Blacks, Bachelors and Shortland Street stars - and the one musician who appeared on the list three times.

''She'll jump up and do flips in the air – she's like a little circus dog,'' Ria gushes of her little K9 bundle of energy.

''I realised that if I'm happy with my life as it is… I'm going to be happier as a person.''

Ana’s learning to live with the often negative attention her Shorty character attracts.

The battle for island supremacy is on.

"I always laughed when I was on a reality TV show and the other contestants would be crying because they missed their kids. I was like, 'Harden up!'" he chuckles.

The SPCA ambassador and former Shortland Street star is getting her bake on for charity.

''This whole process has been such a challenge, but sitting here looking at what we've accomplished, it's pretty special. We honestly didn't think this would ever happen but here we are!''

Laurel’s TV birth was a dress rehearsal for the real thing.

The Shortland Street actress is struggling to come to terms with her friend's death.

We pay tribute to the life and career of the much-loved actor who tragically died aged 38.

Tributes have been flooding in for the much-loved actor whose death has come as a shock to all.

Nico’s proud dad boasts, ''He can already walk a whole rugby field and back!''

Married with a mortgage in her 20s, going on her OE at 40 and finding her confidence in between Claire Chitham, talks about her back-to-front life.

It’s positive news on and off the screen!

A storm almost ruined his proposal in Fiji - and rain threatened to derail their big moment once again.

Claire lets us in on her quirks, pet peeves and what she considers her greatest achievement.

''Not only do I get to share the process with an actress I love, but also a friend who inspires me,'' Claire says of her longtime friend Danielle.

On-screen, Sally’s character Nicole is a former party girl who has settled down. In real life, the Kiwi actress battles anxiety issues. Here, she tells Maria Hoyle some of the helpful techniques she uses to find calmness.

''She’s the person I dreamed about,'' beams Beluah of his stunning bride.

''Honestly, if you'd asked me before this if I'd ever want to work with him again, I would have said no.''

''How much they laugh together is inspirational – it's the love that everyone aspires to have.''

Suzy Cato, the Topp twins, Stacey Morrison, Guy Williams, Miriama Kamo, Hayley Holt and more New Zealand stars are excitedly getting into the Christmas spirit.

It wasn't an easy road for former Shortland Street actress Debbie and her husband Brendon to become parents, and they are grateful for their gorgeous boys every day.

''I really feel like it's solidified us as a family. When you've got two kids, you have no option but to all be together and that's really nice.''

"I'm glad they've included Marj – she would have liked that," says Elizabeth.

''To the outside world, my life must have looked perfect. But really, it was not all sugar-coated rainbows at all.''

''I always check with them first and if they are not keen, I'm willing to turn anything down.''

When it comes time for the weekend, Shortland Street star Jayden Daniels is all about balancing work and play. Whether it’s a mobile office, emergency change table or fish and chip warmer, Jayden shares his top tips for getting the most out of the Holden Equinox in an action-packed Saturday with his partner Gigi and young son Kaewa.

Best friends, co-stars and roommates Ngahuia and Awhimai are changing things up in a way that might surprise you.

When we met his adorable one-year-old daughter, Michael told us, "Lily is the best thing ever!" And now she's 12, the doting dad couldn't be more proud of his girl. "She's a terrific person," he beams, "and she just gets better and better."

"I'm always flying by the seat of my pants," the actress admits.

"Honestly, she makes me a better person," says a clearly smitten Robbie. "She changed me. I didn't know who I was before I met her."

They might be loved up now, but there was once a time when the pair couldn't stand each other.

The actress spills on her favourite TV show and what she'd be doing if she wasn't acting...

“I was so caught up in emotion. She looked like an angel. I couldn’t believe how beautiful she looked – and the fact she was dedicating her life to me.”

Amelia and Ria are raising funds and awareness about bowel cancer, the second deadliest form of cancer in New Zealand.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

Meeting her man at the altar wasn't the only reason she cried tears of joy on her big day.

Despite the actor letting his “secret” slip to their friends and family, his fiancée was oblivious to the romantic scheme!

The young star shares her story to encourage others to be vigilant in checking for lumps.

Shortland Street lovebirds Tane and Lucy met at drama school, then both landed parts on the Kiwi soap.

The Shortland Street actor’s darling daughter reaches a milestone.

The actor believes everyone should step up come Election Day.

See who we spotted at the King in the Ring face-off in Auckland

The actress isn’t afraid to take an empowering stance on being a sexual woman.

“I went in as a teenager and came out an adult,” says the star of her Shorty stint. “That show has shaped who I am as a woman.”

The family say they've been touched by an outpouring of support.

As Eat My Lunch celebrates its second anniversary, we chat to the Kiwi stars pitching in to help celebrate the milestone.

The Kiwi star tells why she had to walk away from the beloved soap.

Blair won our hearts as ambulance driver Rangi, but then left acting behind to become a lawyer and provide for his boy.

From babies and weddings to villains and cliffhangers, we look back at some key Shorty facts and figures

See who we spotted celebrating the milestone 25th anniversary of New Zealand's favourite soap!

We sit down with the Shorty cast to relive 25 years of Ferndale gossip!

The hunky Kiwi star gets candid about making his return to the beloved Kiwi soap.

The drama queen tells how her beloved character shaped her.

As our favourite TV soap, Shortland Street, celebrates 25 years on screen, we bring together six early cast members for a nostalgic reunion.

Dr Love has certainly sent women’s pulses racing in his time!

The actress speaks about reprising her role as Waverley Wilson for the much-loved Kiwi drama.

The Shortland Street star has taken to social media to pay a poignant tribute to her beloved mother, who has sadly passed away after a battle with cancer.

May 25 marks a magic milestone for New Zealand’s favourite soap – it’s Shortland Street’s 25th anniversary!

The Kiwi star knows a thing or two about keeping kids in line.

When actress Amelia Reid-Meredith said goodbye to her Shortland Street family, she opened the door to an even more important role.

It’s not really a describable, definable thing.

Beulah Koale is the proud dad to two beautiful boys.

Shorty's gone global!

The man had crashed his car after apparently suffering a heart attack.

The unlikely cliffhanger has gone global.

The Australian actor skinny dips his way into the heart of his leading lady.

The actor is gearing up for the event with some intensive training.

The TV duo dream of a better world

Producers are keen to revive the ‘90s cult classic as they launch new drama series.

Will death and destruction strike once again?

The special song will feature on the season finale!

The season cliffhanger has a singing surprise in store!