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PM signals law change on land swaps
Conservationists have won a major victory in the Supreme Court. But Govt isn't happy.
Why NZ needs a Modern Slavery Act
COMMENT: NZ needs a law against slavery in this country and the supply chains we use.
Thiel case shows need for transparency
EDITORIAL: Citizenship is something to be treasured, not bestowed in secret.
Three laws hinge on Barclay's vote
MP Todd Barclay has only kept his job to maintain National's majority, Labour says.
Legislation to wipe gay crimes introduced
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Window washers face fines if law changes
WDC supports bill but those on window-washing frontline say fines won't be a deterrent.
Big fight over prime Auckland land
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Revealed: GCSB spied on Groser job rivals
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194 family violence deaths in 7 years
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Isaac Davison: Legal euthanasia not a done deal
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Labour bill doesn't go far enough - Sallies
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Pay equity could break us say providers
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Restaurant's smoking convictions quashed
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Justice system has 'gone septic'
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Support for harsher punishments on medal cheats
Defence minister Mark Mitchell backs tougher punishments for medal cheats.
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Tobacco giant above the law, expert says
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Victim group slam 'dangerous' Family Court
Victim advocates say authorities are 'not open' to issues around the Family Court system.
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A European advocacy group has ranked NZ 158th out of 165 nations on children's rights.
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Kiwi teenage brides 'treated like slaves'
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Shops may still be breaking Easter laws
Businesses may be breaking Easter trading laws despite legislation allowing shops to open.
Politicians investigating wheel clamping
Politicians said they were concerned to hear of unfair practices and were investigating
Retailers baffled by Easter trading laws
New Zealand's confusing Easter trading laws are proving a headache for shop owners.
New family violence group 'inundated'
A new family violence advocacy group say they have been inundated in their first month.
Maori Party claims GE-free victory
The Maori Party is claiming a major victory against GE trials in New Zealand.