New ZealandCabinet approves driving age of 16The driving age will be raised to 16 and restricted licence tests toughened, under new Govt measures.14 Apr 11:56 PM
WorldNZ to give $685,000 to G8 non-proliferation projectNZ will contribute $685,000 to a Canadian-led non-proliferation project, John Key announced in Ottawa today.14 Apr 10:13 PM
WorldObama hails nuclear summit progressUS President Barack Obama closed his nuclear security summit in Washington with a roll call of tangible actions promised by countries.14 Apr 04:00 PM
OpinionBrian Fallow<i>Brian Fallow</i>: Why the Budget will be a miserly affairAnyone wondering why a belt-tightening Budget on May 20 is inevitable need look no further than the latest monthly Crown accounts.14 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandWelfare review to consider unemployment insuranceThe govt-appointed Welfare Working Group will consider unemployment insurance among options for reforming the social security system.14 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandNow it's a tent for Queens WharfPlanning has started for a giant tent to be erected on Queens Wharf for the Rugby World Cup on the site of one of two 98-year-old cargo sheds.13 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandUK historian urges against transtasman 'suicide of NZ'NZ should remain a sovereign nation to deny Australia "the kiwi and the juiciest spring lamb", says Simon Schama.12 Apr 11:06 PM
New ZealandPrentice offers 'hardest test in years' - ShadboltMayor Tim Shadbolt believes Invercargill voters would favour his political experience over the singing career of challenger Suzanne Prentice.12 Apr 03:35 AM
New ZealandPrentice takes on Tim Shadbolt for mayoraltyTime-consuming and unproductive "distractions" involving Tim Shadbolt's council are behind Suzanne Prentice's bid to become Invercargill's new mayor.12 Apr 01:39 AM
