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Police batons bludgeon a centuries old legacy
Protesters have won countless rights for Britons - now authorities are stifling their voices when they most need to be heard.
Assange offline but still in good spirits
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is said to be in good spirits.
<i>Dr Pita Sharples:</i> Make decisions about constitution as a family
In a way, the constitution is like a family bach which has been used for years and years.
Constitutional review detailed
Changes to Maori representation, the size of Parliament and the length of the electoral term will be considered in a review of NZ's constitution, Bill English and Pita Sharples announced today.
Key: Poll predicting Peters' return not credible
'I just don't accept the poll to be perfectly honest,' John Key told Newstalk ZB.
Berlusconi's days as PM may be numbered
A crucial parliamentary confidence vote is coming up in Italy.
Tongan leader Akilisi Pohiva talks to the Herald
Akilisi Pohiva talks to Audrey Young about his priorities for Tonga.
Tongan leader pledges grip on MPs' expenses
Tonga's politicians and government spending will be subjected to unprecedented scrutiny.
Labor on brink of losing state of Victoria
The Liberal-National Coalition has picked up a key win in Victoria, with NSW and Queensland likely to follow.
<i>Audrey Young:</i> Power to the people
Democracy is getting a fighting chance in Tonga writes Audrey Young.