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Farmers may win ETS reprieve
NZ farmers are unlikely to be brought into the emissions trading scheme in 2015 unless scientific advances are made in reducing animal emissions and our trading partners make giant strides in pricing carbon.
South African farmers keen to cultivate life in Caucasus
A group of white South African farmers arestarting a new life in the former Soviet state.
Pair sue for $200,000 lost in failed residency bid
A Chinese woman and her adult son are trying to get back $200,000.
New dad-to-be can't hide his delight
Act leader Rodney Hide and his partner Louise Crome are planning a beach wedding for December and are expecting a baby.
<i>Nehginpao Kipgen:</i> Big challenges ahead for Suu Kyi
An analyst of the political conflicts which beset modern Myanmar says Suu Kyi faces plenty of obstacles ahead.
Suu Kyi's release from house arrest
People around the world have celebrated as Aung San Suu Kyi was this week freed from seven years of house arrest. She says she will continue to fight for human rights and the rule of law in the military-ruled nation of Myanmar.
Ex-political prisoner welcomes Suu Kyi's release
A former Burmese political prisoner says Aung San Suu Kyi is 'the hope of the nation'.
Mama Grizzly Palin's bear hug disturbs experts
Sarah Palin's in trouble over a segment of her Alaskan reality TV show.
<i>Suu Kyi free:</i> Her leadership still relevant
Aung San Suu Kyi's release will no doubt raise hopes and expectations.
<i>Suu Kyi free:</i> Joyous moment eclipses years of anger
The police were helpless to contain the crowd's enthusiasm when the barricades around Suu Kyi's house were taken down.