New ZealandPlain smoke packets get go-aheadNew Zealand has become the second country in the world to approve plain cigarette packets.19 Feb 04:30 PM
BDBDTelecommunicationsFibre takeup more important than prices - AdamsThe lowest price of broadband access is less important than ensuring consumers move as quickly as possible to high-speed fibre-based services, says Amy Adams.07 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandFire review could hit homeownersHomeowners could have to pay more in Fire Service levies under a proposed shake-up of the way the service is funded.07 Feb 06:31 AM
New Zealand'Self-interest' drives OIA reviewThey are public offices carrying out public functions. The act applies to most other public agencies and there is no reason at all why it shouldn't apply to these.05 Feb 04:30 PM
BusinessSouth Korea moves to introduce covered bondsSouth Korea's decision to allow the introduction of covered bonds will help to diversify the Asia-Pacific regional covered bond market.04 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandMcVicar stands by claim over gay billSensible Sentencing Trust spokesman Garth McVicar is standing by his claim that legalising gay marriage could increase crime, despite a backlash on social media.20 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandGrants purse increasing to $14mAucklanders' rates have given a $46 million boost to 10 rescue, safety, arts and cultural groups in the past four years and a further $14 million gift is proposed for the 2013-14 year.17 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandCollins backtracks on jail compoJustice Minister Judith Collins has backtracked on a law change that would have ensured compensation for ill-treatment of prisoners by the state was used to benefit victims rather than being given to the inmates.17 Jan 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: PPTA charter school ads over the topEditorial: The charter schools proposal has not been so contentious that the Government would fear its exposure to criticism. Since the critics are mostly busy teachers the legislative calendar might have done them a favour,17 Jan 04:29 PM
EmploymentNo move towards work-hour limitThe Government has ignored a recommendation by the United Nations for legislation to dictate a maximum number of work hours to reduce the risk to workplace health and safety.17 Jan 06:12 AM
OpinionNeville Peat: Slow economy trampling environmentTo disguise what it is doing, the Beehive has ordered the Ministry for the Environment to abandon the five-yearly State of the Environment round-up report, writes Neville Peat.16 Jan 08:30 PM
Small BusinessNZ workplace safety a 'national disgrace'New Zealand's health and safety record has been labelled as 'woeful' and a 'national disgrace' by a consultant with two decades' experience in the sector.14 Jan 10:45 PM
OpinionEnforceable quad bike law neededFrom time to time, there is an eruption of concern about the dangers posed by quad bikes.06 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldOne-time backwater fosters greater sense of belongingOn Saturdays, Hobart's Salamanca Place hosts a market visited by thousands of locals and tourists.26 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandForced marriage an 'emerging issue'Government agencies are talking of an "emerging issue'' of forced marriage in NZ, but a Refugee Council spokesman is wary of public hysteria.20 Dec 06:05 AM
New ZealandLocks block drink driversThe first drink-drivers sentenced under new legislation will be eligible to install an alcohol interlock system for their vehicles from today.18 Dec 04:30 PM
TaxCarparks set to tax employersDraft legislation aimed at introducing fringe benefit taxes on staff carparks is broader than expected and contains some "nasty fish hooks to look out for".12 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionDr Elizabeth Rata: Treaty no longer symbol of national unityI was surprised to read in Deborah Coddington's recent Herald column that the Treaty of Waitangi is New Zealand's founding document. Of course some New Zealanders mistakenly believe that is the case.12 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandPeters to share Tauranga dutiesNew Zealand First representation for Tauranga will now be shared by leader Winston Peters and the party's other MPs after the expulsion of Brendan Horan.11 Dec 01:07 AM
BusinessTree removal easier under new lawThe Government's moves to permanently abolish tree protection rules for those not already named on district plans will be further strengthened, an expert says.10 Dec 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Press freedom too important for politicians to regulateEditorial: Newspapers around the world have been following Lord Justice Leveson's inquiry into the culture, practices and ethics of Britain's press with close interest.06 Dec 04:29 PM
OpinionPut NZ's health before big pharmaLeaked proposed provisions of the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement could affect our ability to treat chronic diseases, writes Briar Mannering.06 Dec 04:40 AM
New ZealandGun bill passes third readingA bill that clarifies the definition of military-style semi-automatic guns and places controls on the importation of airguns that look like real pistols has passed a third reading in Parliament today.06 Dec 12:25 AM
Small BusinessTiming of liquor law upsets barsBars, restaurants and liquor stores will be forced to move to new trading hours and tighter alcohol rules in their peak season.02 Dec 04:30 PM
