Speeds of hundreds of kilometres an hour now common on rail network.

All six kids individually said "Ewwww. No. Don't do it! I'll never drive with you again." "Marvellous", was my response. Even my husband wrinkled his nose in distaste at first.

So in the spirit of the pre-Christmas news dump, here's a final pile of columns in a tasty snack-sized format.

Be true to yourself, and keep your inner Madoff where he belongs.

John Key yesterday displayed all the characteristics of a man deeply afflicted with political Tourette's syndrome.

Managers say too many get-togethers are just a waste of time.

New technology is lighting up cities and saving energy.

Which articles convert? And which articles attract? And how do you roll out a strategy that maximises the twin impact of attraction and conversion?

These days you have to be hyped-up and blissed out simultaneously ... but slow down and think.

Top 10 email tips.

Finally, mobiles are living up to their early promise.

Telco rivals say they have the technology to deliver the Government's goals.

The housing market has started to simmer again.

I don't want a friend - just a bank that knows its place.