New ZealandTamihere tells Laws: scrutiny just part of jobMayor Michael Laws must accept scrutiny of his private life, according to his radio station colleague John Tamihere.13 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandPolice called to mayor Michael Laws' homeThe partner of controversial Wanganui Mayor Michael Laws has moved out after he called police to their home.06 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandTsunami fears over as alert downgradedThe official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.28 Feb 06:38 AM
New ZealandTsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hitCivil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.28 Feb 01:27 AM
New ZealandTsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coastNew Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.27 Feb 11:20 PM
New ZealandEvacuation warnings as tsunami wave hits Chatham IslandsThe first wave has reached the Chatham Islands, after a massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake hit Chile overnight. An official tsunami alert remains in place for New Zealand's entire east coast.27 Feb 08:12 PM
TelecommunicationsTelecom identifies staff responsible for 'f*** you' textsFour Manila-based call centre staff have been suspended over abusive text messages sent to Telecom customers.19 Feb 01:55 AM
TelecommunicationsTelecom launches inquiry into 'F*** you' call centre textTelecom is investigating claims a customer received an abusive text from its call centre after complaining of delays in her cellphone service.17 Feb 05:13 AM
New ZealandLocals rally round to save injured puppy BuckWanganui residents come to the rescue of an injured puppy whose owner could not afford the operation it desperately needed.10 Feb 03:44 AM
New ZealandJohn Key defends naming Willie ApiataPrime Minister John Key stands by his decision to reveal that one of the SAS soldiers in a controversial photograph this week was Victoria Cross winner Corporal Willie Apiata.22 Jan 06:42 AM
OpinionBrian Rudman<i>Brian Rudman:</i> H decision is a National cop-outWat a great whimp-out the Government's decision on wether Whanganui should be spelt with an H has been. 22 Dec 03:00 PM
Opinion<i>Editorial:</i> Compromise prolongs tale of two citiesObserving the proper spelling of a language is the right thing to do.18 Dec 03:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui or Wanganui - it's up to youWanganui can be spelled with or without an 'h', the Government ruled today.17 Dec 11:00 PM
