WorldTory backbenchers oppose election day proposalsThe British government faces a second Tory backbench revolt over plans to change the rules to delay a general election if the Liberal-Conservative coalition collapses.16 Jul 05:58 AM
WorldAussie election tipped for August 28Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard is believed to have settled on a poll date.16 Jul 03:11 AM
WorldGillard sidesteps bombshell claimAustralian Prime Minister Julia Gillard appears unlikely to call an election this weekend after she was forced to sidestep a bombshell claim she pulled out of a deal with Kevin Rudd the night before she seized the leadership.15 Jul 07:30 AM
New ZealandHundreds of police cars routinely carry armsHundreds of police cars carry gun safes, and central Auckland officers draw weapons from their vehicles nearly twice a week.14 Jul 04:00 PM
Small BusinessBosses given ACC safety incentiveGovernment plans to apply "experience rating" - essentially a no- or low-claims discount on employers' ACC levies - from April next year.14 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandCTU: ACC changes may encourage cover-upsDiscounts on ACC levies for businesses with good safety records will encourage some employers to cover up workplace accidents, opponents say.14 Jul 05:31 AM
New ZealandBanks says it with $11,500 of flowersJohn Banks has racked up an $11,523 bill for flowers in his current term - including a $60 bunch to the Mayor from office staff when he was ill.13 Jul 04:00 PM
OpinionFran O'Sullivan<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: NZ behind eight ball on China's pool tableNew Zealand may find itself economic toast if it doesn't get a comprehensive China strategy together - and fast.13 Jul 04:00 PM
WorldFiji expels Australian diplomatThe interim Government in Fiji has expelled Australia's Acting High Commissioner today.13 Jul 03:41 AM
WorldGillard looks on course for election in late AugustAn Australian election could take place as early as August 28, with PM Julia Gillard's Cabinet meeting today to lock in the details. 12 Jul 04:00 PM
New ZealandPrison will bring $1.2b to region, says CollinsA new prison to be built in South Auckland will bring $1.2bn in economic benefits over 30 years, Judith Collins says.12 Jul 04:00 PM
Personal FinanceGovt adds $54m to retail deposit guarantee schemeThe Government has added $54 million to its total provisioning for potential payouts under the Crown retail deposit guarantee scheme.12 Jul 12:00 AM
EconomyGovt finances better than expected Tax revenue was bigger than forecast and spending lower in the 11 months to the end of May, says Treasury.11 Jul 10:45 PM
