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Change in property rules 'inevitable'

Property investors will find it hard to argue they should continue to claim depreciation of buildings increasing in value while not paying tax on that increase, Tax Working Group member John Shewan says. More Video

Tax cuts: High earners set to benefit most

Top Debate Big personal tax cuts for middle and high-income earners are likely to be announced in the May Budget and take effect from October this year. More Video Doc

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Man kidnaps puppy from vet over $2500 bill

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The Crusaders will field the best pack in the competition. Cartoon / Rod Emmerson Chris Rattue: Super 14's Crusaders look invincible
Pace bowler Andy McKay has continued his meteoric rise with selection in the Black Caps test squad. Photo / Getty Images
Cricket: Three new caps in NZ test squad

Three uncapped players have been named in the New Zealand squad to contest the one-off test against Bangladesh next week. More

Police said this cap and the blue bag it was found in could be vital clues in their investigation. Photo / Supplied
Constant breakthroughs in Mohini case - police Photos

Police hunting the killer of Auckland taxi driver Hiren Mohini are searching for the owner of a distinctive hat. More

Super 14 referees will be made available for media questioning following matches this season. Photo / Getty Images
Rugby: Referees to front up to media

Rugby referees will be made publicly accountable for their decisions in the immediate wake of Super 14 rugby matches this season. More

Todd Fuller asked his girlfriend to marry him via an advertisement on TV One this morning.
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Tertiary reforms will target low-value courses and emphasise relevance for jobs. Photo / Kenny Rodger Key promises shake-up to weed out 'lazy' students Video

The Government is taking aim at lazy students and courses with high dropout or failure rates in looming reforms in tertiary education. More

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The historical association with the maunga going back at least 500 years means they are of critical importance to iwi/hapu in the negotiation of their claims. Douglas Graham on the proposal to put Auckland's volcanic cones under Maori care

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Actress and UN goodwill ambassador Angelina Jolie has arrived in Haiti to meet with earthquake victims. More

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Sideswipe: Wheelie bin fiasco

Jesse reckons someone in Herne Bay is unhappy about people not removing their emptied bins promptly. "This was taken about… More

Sideswipe: Monty Python's Abusive keychain

Monty Python's Abusive Voice keychain has 17 sayings, including:…

Left: Being served love-heart-shaped eggs only works if it is done ironically. Right: Heather Beehre's unique flag. Photos / Supplied
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Prime Minister John Key. Photo / Mark Mitchell Key's capital market focus Video

The Government's response to the Capital Markets Development Taskforce report will come "in the next week or so"… More

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'I think [Key's] going along the lines of disallowing building depreciation,' Andrew King, Property Investors Federation. Photo / Michael Bradley Tax group welcomes changes Video

Members of the Tax Working Group support the Government's reaction - so far - to their recommendations. "They… More

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Property investors will now have to wait for the detail in the May budget to see how they'll be slugged. Everyone else's attention has been expertly diverted to worrying about a GST increase. David Chaplin

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Brent Tate and Steve Price sitting out Warriors training yesterday with injury worries. Photo / Greg Bowker NRL: Warriors fitter than they look

Things don't turn out to be all that bad on the injury front for a club that badly needs to start the NRL season strongly. More


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The Blues have hugely talented yet flaky backs - they will destroy someone and eventually themselves. Chris Rattue gives his Super 14 predictions

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Gmail users are able to post Facebook-style status updates with Google's new 'Buzz' feature. Google slammed over Facebook-chasing 'Buzz'

Google is making a belated attempt to force its way into the social networking sphere - but the industry has come out swinging. More

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The old Prinsevlag was seen as a symbol of repression for black South Africans. Picture / Supplied Flag debate: Stop-gap design embraced by nation Photos Video

The only six-coloured flag in the world, South Africa's design aimed to pull together all strands of class and… More

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Prime Minister John Key is delighted after delivering his speech yesterday. Photo / Mark Mitchell John Armstrong: Key's growth package just tax cuts in disguise Video

Wait patiently for three months for the real oil in the Budget before passing judgment on the Government. More

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Gary and Judy Inglis wake up every morning thinking about their power bill. Photo / Rhys Palmer Couple in shock over $55,000 electricity bill

A couple hit with a $55,000 power bill after being undercharged for years say Mercury Energy is bullying them… More

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Toyota's Prius gas-electric hybrid is the world's top-selling hybrid car. Photo / AP Toyota to recall 437,000 hybrids Video

Toyota says it is recalling about 437,000 Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems. More

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Amanda Robbins' work has already made a difference to building safety and design. Photo / BRANZ My job: Fire fighting the smart way

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Lil Wayne's sentencing has been delayed until March 2 due to dental surgery, his attorney says. Photo / AP Rapper Lil Wayne sentencing delayed Video

Lil Wayne's sentencing has been delayed until March 2 due to dental surgery, his attorney has announced. More

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A judge is dismissing a civil lawsuit filed against a Black Eyed Peas manager who punched blogger Perez Hilton. Photo / AP Perez Hilton lawsuit settled
Lady Gaga says she feels too shy for Hollywood. Photo / AP Lady Gaga 'too shy' for Hollywood
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With the world's eyes soon on Vancouver for the Winter Olympics. More

Spectacular views of Ruapehu can be seen from the cobblestoned trail of the Ohakune Old Coach Road. Photo / Jim Eagles Ohakune: Historic trail frozen in time Photos
A giant silver fern flag flies over spectator boats following a victorious Team New Zealand back to base in 2000. Photo / Brett Phibbs Proudly waving the fern Photos
The view from the Burj Khalifa may be too popular with visitors. Photo / AP World's tallest building closed after a month Photos
The Akarana Lounge will provide refreshments and business facilities. Photo / Greg Bowker $15 for Jetstar airport lounge

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First lady Michelle Obama points out some student athletes as she announces a campaign to combat the rapidly growing problem of childhood obesity in the US. Photo / AP Michelle Obama begins fight against childhood obesity

The first lady has unveiled her public awareness campaign against childhood obesity in the US. More

Luca Zaia (centre) says the deal with McDonald's is good for local farmers. Photo / AP Italy, the land of pasta, pizza ... and hamburgers
Jordan Rondel has started up a home-made cake business called 'The Caker'. Photo / Natalie Slade How do I love thee? Let me count the ways ... Photos
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