Christmas tree, O Christmas tree, you cause scores of injuries.

Top public sector CEOs reap at least $50,000 in pay rises and bonuses.

A 6-year-old boy is recovering in hospital with facial injuries after being bitten in the face by a dog.

Men generate 71 per cent of workplace accident claims to ACC.

Industries that have improved health and safety records will pay less in ACC levies under changes announced today - but some businesses will see their costs jump.

Those keen to get out in the garden this spring should be wary of risks associated with what awaits.

Michael Cullen, the architect of KiwiSaver, wrote at the time of its launch in 2007 "that KiwiSaver would help us own more of our New Zealand businesses and that it would produce deeper capital....

Lawyers and a support group are calling for big changes to the accident compensation scheme, saying it stops many people from seeking justice.

From July 1, 2015 most light passenger motor vehicles registered in New Zealand will be assigned a levy band - a number between 1 and 4.

ACC says second critical error responsible for blowout in number of people who paid incorrect amounts.

Officials are scrambling to fix the problem but last night didn't appear sure exactly how many makes of car were affected.

The drain on ACC will continue as long as Talley's continues to insist its' health and safety scheme is working, writes Dita De Boni.

For Auckland amputee Diane Smith, it matters that the technicians who worked on her artificial leg included a former bulldozer driver.

It would be a stretch to suggest trading rooms will fall silent tomorrow afternoon when Finance Minister Bill English enters Parliament to deliver his seventh Budget.

For people other than residential property investors, Thursday's Budget is expected to be a nickel-and-dime affair, writes Brian Fallow.

Experts say when Finance Minister Bill English stands up to announce his spending plans, there could be something in the Budget to help your pocket.

ACC Minister Nikki Kaye toyed with the idea of issuing a ministerial direction to make it abundantly clear to the board of directors just who is in the box seat when it comes to funding policies.

Areview of injury claims relating to surgical mesh treatment has suggested registering all women who undergo the procedure so any complications can be tracked.

Unleashed dogs are roaming popular Auckland beach and owners are to blame, say residents after reports of savage attack on ex-Shortland Street star Kirstie O'Sullivan.

Kirstie O'Sullivan, best known as villainous nurse Robyn Stokes on the soap opera, fears for children on Auckland beach after an unleashed dog savaged her leg and bottom.

Research has found injuries from dog bites are an escalating problem for New Zealand.

"I'm a stubborn old bastard. Most old folk would give up. But I made a vow to a lady who passed away." Fin has won a long-running battle over compensation.

A new system to determine new car licensing levies has been criticised for determining higher fees be charged to owners of vehicles with a safe track record.

Sexual violence survivor advocate Dr Kim McGregor has resigned from the agency because its board has decided to narrow its focus.

ACC is warning Kiwis to beware this Easter, as waistlines are not the only thing at risk over the annual holiday.

A series of Accident Compensation Corporation levy cuts kick in from today, returning about $480 million to the New Zealand economy - and New Zealanders' wallets.

The Accident Compensation Corporation is likely in the strongest financial position in its history, its chair says.

Labour leader Andrew Little has called for an immediate cut in ACC levies, saying the corporation was set to collect $350 million a year more than needed.

Accident Compensation Corporation figures reveal it paid out $202 million last year to treat sports injuries.