'No law to allow for euthanasia'
A woman looking to end her life with the help of a doctor before her illness makes the last months of her life unbearable is not committing suicide, a court has heard.
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Choice to die 'a sound decision'
The woman fighting to have the option of dying on her own terms says she was not coerced into making the decision before a tumor kills her.
Right to die case heard in court
The doctor of a lawyer fighting to be given the option of a doctor assisted death said her patient was competent to be able to make the decision to end her life.
Lawyer fights for right to end life
A lawyer dying of incurable brain cancer says she is determined to live her life well, while she is still able to.
Court gives win to euthanasia activist
Five years after he was arrested for helping his mother to die, a NZ-born doctor has won a landmark victory allowing assisted suicide in South Africa.
Brain cancer patient wants right to die
Woman wants a doctor to be able to euthanize her without prosecution if she chooses it.
Euthanasia legitimate to a point: PM
PM John Key has signalled possible loosening of euthanasia laws, saying he would sympathise with "speeding up of the process" of death for a terminally ill patient.
Husband to share euthanasia story
Christmas is especially tough for Evans Mott. His wife Rosie shared a final Christmas Day with family before ending her life two years ago today.
Labour: Euthanasia bill will return
Coroner calls for fresh debate, but MP says the issue risks becoming a political football in election year.
Euthanasia debate off Govt's agenda
Some form of legalized euthanasia is supported by PM John Key - but he's all but ruled out putting the issue on the legislative agenda.
Voluntary euthanasia campaigner dies in sleep
A cancer victim who spearheaded a campaign for voluntary euthanasia has died peacefully at home in her sleep.
'Dr Death' encourages bill support
The Australian doctor known as Dr Death is encouraging people to support a Labour MP's bill that would legalise euthanasia.
Euthanasia advocate to make complaint after Customs search
Euthanasia advocate Dr Philip Nitschke says he will make a formal complaint against Customs after being held at Auckland International Airport until 2am yesterday while officials scrutinised his and his wife's luggage.
Fight continues for death with dignity
Carol Sweney knew little about voluntary euthanasia as she watched her husband die from motor neuron disease.
Polls: Rights issues get ticks
New polls show Kiwis back the terminally ill's right to die, think same-sex marriages should be legal and are largely happy with the immigration rate.
Ann David: When intention is key
Anyone who can understand the difference between rape and lovemaking can understand the difference between killing and compassionate assistance to die, writes Ann David.
'Rosie should not have died alone'
Boatbuilder tells why he helped his chronically ill wife to commit suicide.
Should we allow voluntary euthanasia?
Labour MP Maryan Street is proposing a law change to permit voluntary euthanasia under some circumstances. Two doctors argue the pros and cons. You can scroll down to the bottom of the page and vote 'Yes' or 'No' and also leave a comment.
Wife made death video
The woman whose death has reignited the voluntary euthanasia debate filmed a video message to help clear her husband of any criminal liability.
No conviction over death
The man who helped his chronically ill wife commit suicide burst into tears outside court today after being discharged without conviction
'Do not resuscitate' gran dies
The 83-year-old Dunedin granny who made headlines in 2008 when she had 'do not resuscitate' tattooed on her chest has died at her home.
Euthanasia campaigner: 'I have no regrets'
Convicted criminal Sean Davison's home detention for aiding the death of his elderly mother is over and he says he has no regrets about helping her die.