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President who dared to preach peace
Twenty years after the end of apartheid, F. W. de Klerk fends off accusations from some white South Africans that he gave South Africa away.
<i>John Armstrong:</i> Time has come for Key to break a few eggs
The Prime Minister's dream ride is about to hit rough ground as the difficult and unpopular items on his agenda demand action.
Ban smoking from beaches, health officials ask
Health officials tackling Maori smoking want new measures to ban the habit at beaches, playgrounds, bus stops and other areas.
<i>Steven Ratuva:</i> Quiet diplomacy needed to bring Fiji back into the fold
Steven Ratuva says scoring political points will not break the impasse between the two countries.
Maori flag copyright not about money - designer
The woman who designed the Tino Rangatiratanga flag disputes accusations that the family of embattled Maori Party MP Hone Harawira are "cashing in" on the flag.
Iwi to discuss seabed law with Key at Waitangi
Iwi leaders from around the country will meet with the Prime Minister to discuss issues including foreshore and seabed legislation and water ownership.
Heads seek fairer standards roll-out
School principals want to be treated as "democratically" as Maori immersion schools in the roll-out of national standards.
<i>Rawiri Taonui:</i> Partnership gives reason for hope
Rawiri Taonui looks at the alliance with the National Party and the year ahead for Maori.