Drunk-cam: Patrons on film
Drunk patrons will not be allowed in bars from next week, and if they are caught, the bar-owner will face a fine of up to $5000.
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Channel cash to poor, sick children
Children's Commissioner Dr Russell Wills wants Kiwis to shift support from older, middle-income families to give more to our youngest and poorest children.
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Tuffey helping match-fix inquiry
Former Black Cap Daryl Tuffey has confirmed he is assisting the International Cricket Council in an investigation into match-fixing - and Chris Cairns has reiterated…
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Katie found after story goes viral
An overwhelming public response has helped a Wellington man track down a mystery American woman he met in Hong Kong last New Year's Eve.
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A weekend of violence around nation
One man is dead, another missing and a third was fighting for his life in hospital last night after a spate of violent incidents around the country.
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Destiny defector's debut sermon
Richard Lewis yesterday thanked his new congregation and family before delivering his first sermon since splitting from the controversial Destiny Church.
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Kiwis should be upfront on No 2 cancer
A Hollywood movie star and a two All Black brothers have helped launch a campaign raising awareness of New Zealand's second most deadly cancer.
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Education restructure: Death by design
A radical new teaching model has sparked fears of creative decline at one of our most successful visual art schools.
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NZX on 'breather' after stellar run
Indigestion triggered by the size of the Govt's power company floats and investors wanting to take profits are being blamed for a fall in NZ's benchmark index.
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Two weeks to go and the rush is on
Shoppers descended on malls all over the country yesterday as the Christmas rush began.
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Opinion
Paul Lewis: Jail may deter any fixers
The shock waves travelling through cricket after news that investigation into allegations of match fixing involved three former New Zealand internationals highlighted…
2CommentsVote to save last of family silver
John Key confidently predicted sales would raise more than $7 billion. It's not completed yet but already we are down $1.2b, writes Matt McCarten.
50CommentsFormer South African President Nelson Mandela has died at age 95.
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'Like the sun came out'
News that New Zealand's anti-apartheid protests brought hope to Nelson Mandela on Robben Island is likely the most important…
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Revamp mystifies arts commentator
The radical restructuring of Unitec's design and visual arts department has mystified many who took part in a quality assurance…
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Our finest young achievers
Whether it be a Man Booker Prize-winning novel, a Grammy-nominated song or work in offices and on golf courses, sportsfields and basketball courts afar, the talent of…
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Productivity gains the goal in adopting new applications
There are two distinct tiers of value for smartphones and tablets in enterprises.
US unemployment at five year low
Data over the weekend showing stronger-than-expected employment growth in November has added more weight to expectations that the US Federal Reserve will soon start…
WTO Bali package largely applauded
New Zealand has applauded a new global trade deal involving nearly 160 countries - but warns more needs to be done to ensure "trade-distorting policies" don't destroy…
TV wars make the news
In the cut-throat world of competitive television, today's darling can be ditched tomorrow. TV3's John Campbell is the critics' favourite, the new crown prince of current…
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The last walk that Ronald Westbrook took began as early as 1 a.m. when he slipped unnoticed from his North Georgia home…
Timberlake's Grammy snub
Justin Timberlake may have earned seven Grammy nominations, but he still has reason to cry himself a river: The pop star was shut out of the top Grammy categories album…
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Technology
Violent advertisement crosses line
A complaint about an advertisement for Grand Theft Auto Five which showed "people where to decapitate someone'' is to be…
Apps take pressure off pocket
Still paying for your mobile phone calls and texts? It won't be long before you're in the minority.
Brazilian sues over 'sexist' app
An online app that allows women to rate men anonymously has caused an outcry in Brazil, leaving one man so offended that he is suing the creators. Lulu, a women-only…
Switched on to learning
A fully functioning coffee cart would probably be the last thing you'd expect to find in the reception area at Pt England Primary School. Turn up most weekday mornings…
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Act unlikely to recover from latest blow
Editorial: Act was dealt a potentially deadly blow last week when John Banks announced he'd not stand again - and first…
Angry protesters at Nat's party
As Prime Minister John Key toasted another year in power with his peers at the National Party's Christmas function, angry protesters banged on the windows amid a heavy…
Chris McKenzie to replace Turia
Political strategist Chris McKenzie has been named as the Maori Party's candidate for the Te Tai Hauauru electorate.
Political leaders travel to SA
Prime Minister John Key will lead a "distinguished delegation" to South Africa for Nelson Mandela's memorial service this week.
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Cricket: Black Caps were 'almost perfect' - Hesson
New Zealand coach Mike Hesson is adamant his team are on the right track; the problem is they're still struggling to reach…
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Cricket: England fans pray for rain
England managed to avoid defeat yesterday in the second test against Australia but perhaps only rain can save them on day five with just four wickets in hand.
Sporting Achievement of the Year 2013 Finalist: Scott Dixon
The 2013 America's Cup involved a comeback for the ages - although not in New Zealand's favour - and the All Blacks' revival against Ireland will not be quickly forgotten…
Sporting Achievement of the Year 2013: Eric Murray and Hamish Bond
For all New Zealand's notable achievements at the world's premier rowing venues, one combination stands supreme.
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Small Business: Christmas staff - Kylee Davis
Kylee Davis, knitwear designer and retailer, Kylee Davis Knitwear.
