New ZealandNational, Act to get tough on violent crimeNational and Act have agreed to pass a three-strikes law under which some killers will be locked away in prison without any chance of release.19 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandAddiction fears trigger bid to control painkillersPublic access to a widely-used class of painkillers containing codeine is likely to be restricted within months over addiction fears.19 Jan 03:00 PM
EconomyKey hints at property tax, GST rise not ruled outJohn Key has indicated the Govt is open to reform which trades personal income tax cuts for some form of tax on investment property.19 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandFranklin residents split between district councilsFranklin residents will be split between the new Auckland Supercity, Waikato and Hauraki district councils.18 Jan 10:30 PM
WorldGo to NZ? No way - I quit, says ministerA Canadian government minister has resigned from his position because he couldn't face having to make a trip to New Zealand.17 Jan 08:41 PM
New ZealandNew name for Ninety Mile Beach possible under Treaty dealFamous stretch of coastline in the Far North could be renamed under a tentative Treaty of Waitangi deal.17 Jan 07:50 PM
New Zealand'My son is 2... It's ridiculous to suggest he is a terrorist'A NZ toddler and his Indian-born mother were turned back from India and interrogated on their return to Auckland Airport because their names were on a terrorism blacklist.15 Jan 03:00 PM
