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Regulator readies RWC business campaign

The Commerce Commission is about to launch an education campaign aimed at stamping out unfair business practices around next year's Rugby World Cup.

Teamwork key for super regulator's new chief

Thousands rally against new employment laws

At least 15,000 workers from Kaitaia to Bluff attended stop work rallies this in protest against Government workplace changes.

New head for finance super regulator unveiled

New head for super regulator

Maori Party wavers in support for foreshore bill

The Maori Party has indicated it is rethinking its support of the new foreshore and seabed bill after pressure from Hone Harawira and Act.

Act foreshore move causes tension with Maori Party

Maori Party co-leader Tariana Turia is not guaranteeing her party's support for new foreshore legislation after moves to amend it to explicitly state iwi could not charge for access.

<i>Editorial:</i> Beach access clause will ensure clarity

Calls for law reform after abortion case

Pro-choice advocates have welcomed the acquittal of a Cairns couple charged over a home abortion and have called on the Queensland Government to reform the law.

Suppression tightening welcomed

Pro-choice protest at Court of Appeal

Fame not reason for suppression - Power

It will be harder to get name suppression in court under changes announced today.

Hard-up self-employed can still opt out of juries

Self-employed people who would face financial hardship if they undertook jury service would still be able to be excused, the Ministry of Justice says.

Student leaders: Govt support for bill puts tertiary education in jeopardy

<i>John Buckland:</i> Will we be fighting on the beaches again?

<i>Editorial:</i> Watchdog on open govt a timely move

<i>Editorial:</i> Swift intersection rule change makes sense

<i>Editorial</i>: Fast-track laws quick road to abuse of power