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Euthanasia debate off Govt's agenda
Some form of legalized euthanasia is supported by PM John Key - but he's all but ruled out putting the issue on the legislative agenda.
Some form of legalized euthanasia is supported by PM John Key - but he's all but ruled out putting the issue on the legislative agenda.
A cancer victim who spearheaded a campaign for voluntary euthanasia has died peacefully at home in her sleep.
The Australian doctor known as Dr Death is encouraging people to support a Labour MP's bill that would legalise euthanasia.
Euthanasia advocate Dr Philip Nitschke says he will make a formal complaint against Customs after being held at Auckland International Airport until 2am yesterday while officials scrutinised his and his wife's luggage.
Carol Sweney knew little about voluntary euthanasia as she watched her husband die from motor neuron disease.
New polls show Kiwis back the terminally ill's right to die, think same-sex marriages should be legal and are largely happy with the immigration rate.
Anyone who can understand the difference between rape and lovemaking can understand the difference between killing and compassionate assistance to die, writes Ann David.
Labour MP Maryan Street is proposing a law change to permit voluntary euthanasia under some circumstances. Two doctors argue the pros and cons. You can scroll down to the bottom of the page and vote 'Yes' or 'No' and also leave a comment.
The man who helped his chronically ill wife commit suicide burst into tears outside court today after being discharged without conviction
The 83-year-old Dunedin granny who made headlines in 2008 when she had 'do not resuscitate' tattooed on her chest has died at her home.
Convicted criminal Sean Davison's home detention for aiding the death of his elderly mother is over and he says he has no regrets about helping her die.