OpinionFran O'Sullivan<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: Our future as oil sheikhs of PacificIf Govt projections over our petroleum sector bear fruit, NZ could be the oil sheikhs of the Pacific, writes Fran O'Sullivan.23 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandNo open cast mining on conservation land - PMThere will be no open cast mining on Great Barrier Island or Coromandel, John Key assured Parliament today, while under attack over the Govt's mining plan.23 Mar 05:34 AM
New ZealandGreat Barrier locals at odds over mining planSome Great Barrier locals say mining will destroy the island's "fragile" environment, while others say the jobs created will be a blessing.23 Mar 04:22 AM
EnergyKaye says she discussed mining opposition with KeyThe Prime Minister says he is not overly concerned by his Auckland Central MP's stance on mining on Great Barrier Island.22 Mar 09:45 PM
EnergyIt pays to shop around for powerIt pays to shop around for better bottom lines on power bills, new Ministry of Economic Development figures reveal.22 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandNational MP to fight gulf mine planNational MP Nikki Kaye has criticised Government plans to open Great Barrier Island to mining, as have mayors John Banks and Len Brown.22 Mar 03:00 PM
EnergyMining resources could grow economy - Business NZBusiness leaders have urged Kiwis to take a rational approach to the debate over the Government's proposed plans to open conservation land up to mining.22 Mar 04:29 AM
EnergyGovt plans to open 7000h of conservation land to miningThe Government is proposing to open up more than 7000 hectares of conservation land for mining on Coromandel, and Paparoa National Park on the West Coast.22 Mar 02:14 AM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Real broadband on the way - if our power poles can stand the weight21 Mar 03:00 PM
EnergyPetrol at 'uncomfortable price point' after hike - AAPetrol hikes which lifted prices to their highest level in 18 months today have sparked concern from the AA and politicians.10 Mar 05:12 AM
