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Poland mourns lost President, elite
Poland is confronting the worst political disaster since WWII after its president, his wife and dozens of top officials were killed in a plane crash.
Lodge found in breach of resource consent
The Ombudsman Office has ruled that retaining-wall piles for a luxury lodge at Pakiri Beach are on land reserved for planting bush.
<i>Fran O'Sullivan:</i> Deal with the fraudsters
Fran O'Sullivan writes that it is time New Zealand authorities were given the ability to issue a permanent ban against errant company directors.
<i>Paul Thomas:</i> The lunatic fringe returns
Paul Thomas writes that there's a widespread assumption of American ignorance, particularly in the heartland.
Anti-nuclear strike force
A nuclear security summit next week is likely to be the tipping point for a push for global disarmament, writes Audrey Young.
Govt's operating balance healthier than expected
The Government's bank balance is better than forecast ahead of next month's Budget, but its income from tax has taken a hit.
Questions marks over Whanau Ora funding
The Maori Party's flagship policy is a step closer - but major details still have to be sorted out.
<i>Jim Hopkins:</i> New Zealand's true colours a pleasure to experience
Jim Hopkins writes that we should ignore the naysayers and doom-merchants - our country has a few good reasons to smile.
Kiwis push for lower drink limits
New Zealanders are now strongly in favour of cutting the alcohol level for adult drivers - a proposal medical experts are pushing.
Govt concerned about Fiji media crackdown
An NZ watchdog says Fiji's new media decree targets members of the public as well as journalists and editors.
Whanau Ora: Turia to head welfare shake-up
Tariana Turia is to be the minister in charge of implementing the Whanau Ora policy - potentially the biggest shake-up of the welfare system in decades.