New ZealandBook review: The Story SistersMuch of Hoffman's writing is rich in symbolism and fantasy, and her latest novel, <i>The Story Sisters</i>, is no exception.25 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandJudge pressures police over car-chase deathsThe latest deaths brought the total this year to 16, from 11 fatal pursuits - the worst on record.24 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandGovt hopes to have quake land plan by next weekThe Government hopes it will be able to give thousands of Canterbury property owners in the worst earthquake-hit areas some idea of what the future holds by the middle of next week.24 Sep 12:32 AM
Employment<i>Gill South</i>: Doing it rough for the nightFundraiser to aid the homeless gives executives the chance to do good, and be better role models.23 Sep 05:30 PM
WorldBali Nine pair plea for clemencyTwo Bali Nine ringleaders have begged an Indonesian court for a second chance at life.21 Sep 08:42 PM
New ZealandCEOs sleep rough for homeless cafeA group of Auckland chief executives will doss down in an inner-city car park next month to raise money for a new cafe for the city's homeless.21 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandPolice seek Wellington flasherPolice say they are increasingly concerned about the behaviour of a man who has been exposing himself to teenage boys.15 Sep 10:47 PM
Opinion<i>Garth George:</i> Screening on slippery slope to eugenicsGarth George writes that an expanded screening programme for Down Syndrome may go against the rights of the disabled.15 Sep 05:30 PM
LifestyleThe plight of 'too-disposable children'Dita De Boni wonders what can possibly be done to protect children who are encountering squalor and neglect at home.14 Sep 09:25 PM
New ZealandChristchurch quake: Police stumble on P labPolice doing post-quake patrols today came across a man mixing up chemicals to make methamphetamine.14 Sep 04:29 AM
New ZealandMother charged over alleged abandonmentPolice have charged a 22-year-old mother in relation to an alleged child abandonment incident this morning.12 Sep 01:09 AM
