Opinion<i>Garth George:</i> Screening on slippery slope to eugenicsGarth George writes that an expanded screening programme for Down Syndrome may go against the rights of the disabled.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandWilce cited over $100m blow-outFormer Defence Force scientist Stephen Wilce ignored concerns about military projects which led to at least one cost blow-out of $100 million.15 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandTeachers: More strikes unless Govt talks to usStalled negotiations between teachers and the Ministry of Education may even see students told to stay at home.15 Sep 05:30 PM
Opinion<i>Editorial</i>: Far-reaching powers hide worrying risksIt can be hard to keep perspective when an incident as devastating as the Christchurch earthquake occurs.15 Sep 05:29 PM
New ZealandThousands of teachers demand better payStriking teachers around the country took their protests to the street today.15 Sep 04:30 AM
New ZealandStriking teachers converge on central AucklandMore than 2000 secondary teachers have marched down Auckland's Queen St to rally for better pay today.15 Sep 01:35 AM
New ZealandEarthquake states of emergency extendedThe states of emergency put in place after the Canterbury earthquake were this morning extended until midday Thursday.14 Sep 08:45 PM
New ZealandConcerns over power new bill gives ministersThe Government has taken on sweeping powers to rebuild Christchurch after the earthquake.14 Sep 05:30 PM
KahuHarawira not voting for foreshore billMaori Party MP Hone Harawira won't be voting for the new foreshore and seabed legislation that his party fought for.14 Sep 12:03 AM