TaxLandlord breaks likely top targetJohn Key is expected to target tax breaks for landlords in his first parliamentary speech of the year setting out the Government's plans. 08 Feb 03:00 PM
PoliticsFive big takeouts that business expects from Key's speechHow will business judge John Key's economic plans? Pretty well - if he meets the five key criteria, writes Fran O’Sullivan.07 Feb 10:30 PM
New ZealandOutdoor smoking ban too 'nanny state' - PMA proposal to ban smoking at beaches and other public places doesn't have the support of John Key, who thinks it is too "nanny state".07 Feb 08:54 PM
New ZealandFamily still on struggle street after Key leavesThe mother of the 12-year-old girl John Key took to Waitangi three years ago says she feels let down by the Prime Minister.06 Feb 03:00 PM
KahuPM puts heat on race extremistsPrime Minister John Key will use his Waitangi Day address this morning to tackle extremists on both sides of the race relations divide.05 Feb 03:00 PM
OpinionBrian Gaynor<i>Brian Gaynor</i>: Surge in jobless hitting younger Kiwis hardestThe recession has been particularly savage on young workers with 18.4 per cent of the 15 to 24 age group now unemployed.05 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandNational standards policy: How parents mark itAlmost three-quarters of parents support the Government's controversial national achievement standards for primary and intermediate students.05 Feb 03:00 PM
Opinion<i>John Armstrong:</i> Time has come for Key to break a few eggsThe Prime Minister's dream ride is about to hit rough ground as the difficult and unpopular items on his agenda demand action.05 Feb 03:00 PM
WorldPresident who dared to preach peaceTwenty years after the end of apartheid, F. W. de Klerk fends off accusations from some white South Africans that he gave South Africa away.05 Feb 03:00 PM
