New ZealandPM rejects World Cup TV bid racism claimsJohn Key has rejected Maori Party suggestions that concern over the Maori TV bid for Rugby World Cup free-to-air coverage has racist undertones.06 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandMaori TV must broadcast World Cup to all NZ - SharplesMaori TV will be expected to show Rugby World Cup matches to all NZ if it wins coverage rights, the Maori Affairs Minister says.06 Oct 04:08 AM
New ZealandSome TV Te Reo likely for World CupMaori TV's Rugby World Cup commentary would mainly be in English but 5 to 10 per cent will be peppered with Maori phrases.05 Oct 03:00 PM
New ZealandThousands will miss out if Maori TV wins rights to RWCThousands will miss out on free live coverage of the Rugby World Cup if Maori TV's taxpayer-funded bid for the right to screen games succeeds.04 Oct 08:33 PM
TelecommunicationsGovt plans to phase out controversial Telecom levyThe Govt has proposed phasing out the Telecommunications Service Obligations (TSO) levy and setting up a new $300m rural broadband initiative. 29 Sep 03:00 PM
New ZealandHalf of insulation scheme users low-income - GovtMore than half of the 8000 houses insulated under the Government's scheme belong to low-income earners, Energy Minister Gerry Brownlee says.14 Sep 11:18 PM
New ZealandRich keenest on hand-out for insulationBig earners are lining up for the home insulation subsidy, a survey suggests, prompting fears middle income earners will miss out. 14 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt perks: Ministers can keep the changeMinisters will be given a lump sum of $37,500 a year to pay for accommodation in Wellington - and they can pocket any of the change.07 Sep 04:00 PM
