Opinion<i>Garth George:</i> Poor pay leaves little for forced savingsGarth George writes that workers in our low-wage economy struggle just to pay the bills, let alone contribute to KiwiSaver.18 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandRules tightened for overseas-trained doctorsHealth authorities have tightened rules around the monitoring of overseas-trained doctors, following concerns being expressed for several years over supervision.17 Aug 11:51 PM
WorldCampaigners take monarchy on to hustingsThe Royal Family has made a late entry into the Australian election campaign.17 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandBinge drinking not a youth problem, says expertRaising the alcohol purchase age from 18 to 20 will be a conscience vote for the National Party, but an addiction specialist says either way, it will not change NZ's drinking culture.17 Aug 06:21 AM
New ZealandConscience vote will decide alcohol purchase ageRaising the alcohol purchase age from 18 to 20 will be a conscience vote for National MPs.17 Aug 02:32 AM
New ZealandWhen belt tightening is not enoughA sole parent says she has lost a sixth of her bodyweight because she has not been able to eat properly since the Govt tightened access to training subsidies for beneficiaries.16 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandRoy faces axe after new Act revoltAct minister Heather Roy is facing the axe from John Key's Administration today, after she is dumped by her parliamentary colleagues as deputy leader of Act. 16 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandEx-govt MP swindled cash-strapped charitiesRoger McClay will escape a jail term after admitting a $25,000 double-dipping rort of cash-strapped charities and the public purse, but he will no longer be able to fly on the taxpayer.16 Aug 05:30 PM
OpinionGwynne Dyer<i>Gwynne Dyer:</i> End is nigh for Gaza blockadeThere are plenty of lies being told on both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, writes <i>Gwynne Dyer</i>.16 Aug 05:30 PM
WorldGillard launches re-election bidAustralian Prime Minister Julia Gillard has staked her government's campaign for victory in a tight election race this week on its economic record in steering Australia clear of recession during the global downturn.16 Aug 07:36 AM
WorldAussie election headed for photo finishPolls show the outcome of the Australian general election is anything but certain.15 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandMost Aucklanders against bus-lane fines, survey showsOver half Auckland's population doesn't support the council's $150 fines for driving in bus lanes.15 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandBill aims to let couples split income and cut taxLegislation allowing parents to split their incomes for tax purposes will favour wealthy families with one working parent, Govt documents show.15 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandTokyo Govt avoids shrine visit on VJ dayJapan yesterday commemorated the 65th anniversary of its surrender in World War II.15 Aug 05:30 PM
WorldSomalia unrest raises concernsThe South African Cabinet is on the brink of sending troops into Somalia.15 Aug 05:30 PM
WorldLockerbie cancer specialist defends prognosisA row has arisen over the release of the Lockerbie bomber.15 Aug 05:30 PM
