New ZealandNew police surveillance powersNew police search and surveillance laws have come into effect overnight, which will let more government agencies carry out surveillance operations.30 Sep 08:07 PM
New ZealandLobbying bill begins to worry MPsFears that chats with politicians while out shopping or at sport could breach code.26 Sep 10:26 PM
New ZealandCall for 'speedy passage' of alcohol billAuckland Mayor Len Brown is urging Parliament to pass the alcohol law reform legislation soon, so communities can prepare to use the new rules effectively.25 Sep 05:53 AM
OpinionAlexander Gillespie: Legal code of conduct for politicians neededAlexander Gillespie says we need to know that our politicians and public officials are trustworthy. Corruption 'hurts everyone who depends on the integrity of people in a position of authority."19 Sep 09:30 PM
OpinionDebate: Should the MMP 5 per cent party vote threshold be reduced?In our second debate on the Electoral Commission's recommendations for MMP, Graeme Edgeler and Muriel Newman put the arguments for and against reducing the threshold. Join the debate and leave your comments at the end.19 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandSports major gainer from pokiesNew Zealand's most popular sports have taken nearly $1 billion in gambling proceeds in the last seven years, records show.19 Sep 05:30 PM
OpinionDebate: Should the MMP electorate-seat rule be removed?The Electoral Commission recommends abolishing the rule that allocates list seats to parties which win an electorate seat but do not reach the required threshold of votes. Do you agree? Vote now.18 Sep 09:30 PM
OpinionShould we allow voluntary euthanasia?Labour MP Maryan Street is proposing a law change to permit voluntary euthanasia under some circumstances. Two doctors argue the pros and cons. You can scroll down to the bottom of the page and vote 'Yes' or 'No' and also leave a comment.13 Sep 05:30 PM
EmploymentCleaners get $14k in job fightA cleaning company leading a campaign against part of the Employment Relations Act has again been hit with a fine for unjustifiably dimissing its employees.11 Sep 11:00 PM
KahuTuhoe sign $170m settlementTuhoe has reached an agreement with the Crown for a $170 million settlement of historic grievances, making it one of the largest settlements to date.11 Sep 01:40 AM
OpinionBryce EdwardsBryce Edwards: Political round-up: Drowning in water rights debate28 Aug 03:00 AM
