Latest from HBT - Opinion

Helen Francis: Right of consumer to dividend will continue

We are committed to passing on the maximum dividend to consumers.

Gwynn: Revisit Easter issue in fairer way

Consultation requires open-mindedness, balance, fairness, and thoroughness.

Chris Perley: Myth of our strong economy

It really is time we looked deeper at where New Zealand's economy is going.

Editorial: Buckle up, it is going to be a great election ride

In my 30 years as a journalist, I have not covered an election so unpredictable.

Sarah van der Kley: Pets do the craziest things

Animal habits can be the downright wackiest thing

Linda Hall: Perms to make your hair curl

Farrah had it sussed and fluffed in the 80s, no one said she resembled a poodle.

Politics needs a comic touch

The politicians need to have their humour policies revealed.

Wellbeing of rural community important

Rural Support Trusts offer free and confidential advice and support for rural people.

Editorial: Glory days return to schoolboy footy

College rugby still the best spectacle

Marcus Agnew: Awesome winter tournaments good for kids

These tournaments are a great chance for kids to really test themselves against others.

Team player needed to represent region

Alastair Scott stands proudly with National and supports party policy.

River dispute needs common sense

Grower-driven rally begs question: why and how have things become so fraught?

We say your cheque your choice

Spray of claims and criticisms comes as a huge surprise.

Kevin Atkinson: Power trust must engage with consumers

I believe the Trust has failed to engage with consumers well enough over many years.

We are in the right place

We are lucky to be in the right place, especially when the food and wine is served.

Adam Green: A whole day just for me is born

An entire 24 hours devoted to dads - who wouldn't want a slice of that action?

Linda Hall: P pushers deserve no sympathy

Paula Bennett is right to say lawbreakers shouldn't be treated the same as the rest of us.

Bill Sutton: Water a hot topic for good reason

It's no coincidence that water lobby groups have become vocal in lead-up to the elections