New ZealandAssisted suicide under spotlightVulnerable people who may prematurely decide to end their lives have come under the spotlight during Lecretia Seales' bid for the right to choose when she dies.26 May 11:37 PM
New Zealand'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.26 May 05:10 AM
New ZealandChoice 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.25 May 07:14 AM
New ZealandRight to die case heard in courtThe 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.25 May 02:49 AM
New ZealandLawyer fights for right to end lifeA lawyer dying of incurable brain cancer says she is determined to live her life well, while she is still able to.24 May 11:24 PM
New ZealandCourt gives win to euthanasia activistFive 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.08 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBrain cancer patient wants right to dieWoman wants a doctor to be able to euthanize her without prosecution if she chooses it.20 Mar 11:50 PM
New ZealandEuthanasia legitimate to a point: PMPM 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.04 Jul 08:12 PM
LifestyleHusband to share euthanasia storyChristmas is especially tough for Evans Mott. His wife Rosie shared a final Christmas Day with family before ending her life two years ago today.27 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandLabour: Euthanasia bill will returnCoroner calls for fresh debate, but MP says the issue risks becoming a political football in election year.15 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandEuthanasia debate off Govt's agendaSome form of legalized euthanasia is supported by PM John Key - but he's all but ruled out putting the issue on the legislative agenda.14 Oct 10:23 PM
New ZealandVoluntary euthanasia campaigner dies in sleepA cancer victim who spearheaded a campaign for voluntary euthanasia has died peacefully at home in her sleep.23 Mar 04:30 PM
New Zealand'Dr Death' encourages bill supportThe Australian doctor known as Dr Death is encouraging people to support a Labour MP's bill that would legalise euthanasia.20 Feb 05:30 AM
New ZealandEuthanasia advocate to make complaint after Customs searchEuthanasia 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.19 Feb 04:47 AM
New ZealandPolls: Rights issues get ticksNew 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.05 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandFight continues for death with dignityCarol Sweney knew little about voluntary euthanasia as she watched her husband die from motor neuron disease.05 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionAnn David: When intention is keyAnyone who can understand the difference between rape and lovemaking can understand the difference between killing and compassionate assistance to die, writes Ann David.16 Sep 09:30 PM
New ZealandWife made death videoThe woman whose death has reignited the voluntary euthanasia debate filmed a video message to help clear her husband of any criminal liability.13 Sep 05:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Rosie should not have died alone'Boatbuilder tells why he helped his chronically ill wife to commit suicide.13 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionShould 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.13 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandNo conviction over deathThe man who helped his chronically ill wife commit suicide burst into tears outside court today after being discharged without conviction13 Sep 12:34 AM
New Zealand'Do not resuscitate' gran diesThe 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.11 Sep 09:17 PM
New ZealandEuthanasia 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.23 Apr 06:58 PM
