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Not taking my wife to Japan would have been an insult, says mayor

<i>Eric Thompson</i>: Why women are pants at motor racing

This week I want to explain why women are pants at motor racing.

<i>Editorial</i>: Diplomacy best way to end whaling

Telecom dominates slow day on market

Air NZ targets Japanese charters

I think I'm learning Japanese

Award-winning Auckland chef Geoff Scott finds inspiration (and weird things) on holiday in Tokyo.

US to investigate Corolla problems, says source

Toyota recall: Is Corolla next?

New Zealand's favourite car - the Toyota Corolla - should not be affected by the steering problems reported in the United States, says a Toyota spokesperson.

Activist in good health

Tyres burst as Air NZ flight aborts take-off

3D TV: The shape of things to come

From sport to soaps, its disciples believe it will revolutionise the way we watch. But is 3D TV really a giant leap forward in entertainment - or could it be an expensive flop?

Australian interest rates left unchanged

Sharemarket gives back early gains

Aussie rate decision drags dollar down

Air NZ plane makes emergency stop

An Air NZ flight from Tokyo with 296 passengers on board had to make an emergency stop on the runway after pilots noticed a warning light.

It's all a bit grey, with black, silver favourites

Aussie stocks give back early gains

JAL investors pick bankruptcy over bailout for airline