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Wider competition for ACC to be considered
The Govt is looking at introducing competition to the work account, which covers personal injuries in the workplace.

Opening ACC up to competition no good for taxpayers - Labour
New Zealanders will end up paying more for ACC under a privatised scheme, says Labour.

National health board welcomed, job losses not
The creation of a National Health Board is well received despite concern about the predicted 500 job losses.

Hide's fee for speech a 'real rort' - Goff
Labour calls Rodney Hide's fee for a breakfast speech "utterly unacceptable", saying the public should have access to ministers without having to pay.

National Health Board to see 500 jobs cut
Five hundred "backroom" jobs in the health sector will go in a major Govt shake-up that will see the establishment of a National Health Board.

Aide admits Obama team 'controlled' the media (+video)
One of Obama's aides has run into controversy by revealing the extent to which his campaign manipulated the media.

National's 'gloss' will wear off - Goff
Phil Goff says National is still enjoying a honeymoon with the public after a new poll showed it had double the support of Labour.

World Cup losses rocket to $39m
The expected losses from the Rugby World Cup have blown out to $39.3 million and could get worse if ticket sales flop.