OpinionFran O'Sullivan<i>Fran O'Sullivan</i>: Mid-point of first term is time for Key to get seriousNowhere is there an over-arching narrative that spells out exactly what sort of New Zealand Key wants to leave behind.30 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldWashington wakes up to oil-spill crisisQuestions are sure to be raised about a self-policing system that trusted a commercial oil operator to take care of its own mishap.30 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandSmoke signals - controlling tobaccoHigher tobacco taxes are a first step to reducing numbers of smokers. Martin Johnston looks at what else could be on the cards.30 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldTongan official quits over 'interference'Attorney-General John Caughi has accused the Tongan govt of trying to curb an independent judiciary and attempting to interfere with the Princess Ashika inquiry.30 Apr 06:27 AM
WorldThai protesters storm major hospitalA major hospital has evacuated patients and suspended all but emergency surgery.30 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandBeneficiaries and pensioners lose $430mThe Govt has cancelled pumping $430m into superannuation, tax credits and benefits that would have, in effect, been compensation for higher tobacco taxes.29 Apr 04:00 PM
KahuSamoan ruler asked for help - accused scammerPassport scam accused Gerard Otimi says the Government is "neglecting" the 140,000 overstayers he claims are in New Zealand29 Apr 05:45 AM
Kahu'I have nothing to hide' - fake passport accusedA man accused of selling fake passports to overstayers has seized upon the UN's indigenous rights document as a means of defence.29 Apr 01:48 AM
New ZealandGovt may ditch emissions trading schemeThe Government is unlikely to follow through with the ETS as scheduled beyond 2013 unless its major trading partners do the same.28 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand$17 a packet: Parliament socks smokersA typical pack of 25 cigarettes will cost now $17 after tax hikes were bulldozed through Parliament last night.28 Apr 04:00 PM
