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<i>Ask Phoebe:</i> Region's council must address area differences after election

<i>Brian Rudman:</i> Attempt to manipulate electoral roll ham-fisted, sad and ridiculous

What's the point of faster broadband? Here's what

Will ultra-fast broadband be a game-changer or a costly toy? Anthony Doesburg found five companies already showing what better internet connections can mean.

<i>Judy McGregor:</i> Most vulnerable won't get a fair go under work trial

Judy McGregor argues that the 90-day period poses a threat to fundamental human rights.

Coalition attacks 'dysfunctional' Cabinet of rivals

Candidate's departure stuns right leaning ticket

'Critical' doctor shortage at Starship Hospital

Starship patients are being put at risk due to a shortage of staff, the union representing doctors says.

Foreign affairs post for Rudd

<i>Editorial</i>: Goff right to call for debate on a republic

Midnight subsidy for quake-hit businesses

The first round of quake-affected businesses signed up to the Government's wage assistance package will see money in the bank tomorrow.

Head scientist quits over CV claims

Stephen Wilce, head of the Defence Technology Agency and NZ's chief defence scientist, has quit over allegations he falsified his CV.

Govt moves to tighten up new company rules

Companies will be required to have an NZ-resident director or local agent to prevent locally registered companies being involved in international criminal activity, says Commerce Minister Simon Power.

Christchurch water declared safe after earthquake

Water restrictions have been lifted for Christchurch and Banks Peninsula but some Waimakariri residents must still boil their water and their river is contaminated.

Earthquake: Key warns of tough stance on 'rip off' builders

Heritage building owners warned over demolitions

<i>Chris Barton</i>: Copper and fibre bandwidth gulf is gargantuan

The battle to win $1.8b of government money now features in TV advertisements - although I imagine many watching them will be left scratching their heads.