New ZealandAlcohol sponsorship ban would have huge impact - surveySome sports clubs would "not survive" if a ban on alcohol-related sponsorship was introduced.14 Nov 02:09 AM
New ZealandDrink-driving deaths due to 'problem drivers'Almost three-quarters of drink driving deaths are caused by recidivist drink-drivers.14 Nov 12:32 AM
New ZealandOpposition's voice heard on liquor billThe Government's liquor law bill passed its first reading yesterday amid strident criticism from Opposition MPs.11 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTruckie's grieving family: Stop being PCThe family of a truckie killed in a crash with a 15-year-old learner driver wants the Govt to 'forget the PC bulls**t' and look at the driving age.11 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTuria aims to make vehicles smoke-freeThe minister responsible for tobacco control, Tariana Turia, wants smoking banned in cars and will push for other tough anti-smoking policies.08 Nov 04:30 PM
EmploymentMalcolm defends role in <i>Hobbit</i> rowRobyn Malcolm says she was just trying to protect actors who don't get "Ian McKellen's pay packet", in defending her <i>Hobbit</i> strike action.05 Nov 12:59 AM
New ZealandTough law to end displays of tobaccoTobacco products are to be hidden and anti-smoking officers will get powers to instantly fine shops under new Govt measures.04 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandBill retains end to right of silencePeople being investigated by police over serious fraud-related offences or gang crimes will no longer have the right to remain silent, under a Govt bill. 04 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandDelay National Standards - Labour Phil Goff says the "untested" National Standards system the Govt is trying to push through won't succeed and should be delayed.03 Nov 05:01 AM
New ZealandLockwood Smith in MP expenses backdownThe Speaker has caved in to pressure to release MPs' spending on travel perks after political parties rebelled.03 Nov 01:13 AM
