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Sacked worker wins first 90-day law case
The first employment case brought to court under 90-day trial laws has gone in favour of a dismissed pharmacy employee.
The first employment case brought to court under 90-day trial laws has gone in favour of a dismissed pharmacy employee.
There has been mixed reaction to the Government's proposed changes to liquor laws, but most Herald readers say more needs to be done.
Under-18s wanting to drink at a private party will need their parents' permission and the host will need to police the level of drunkenness.
Despite protests from Labour and unions, legislation that extends the 90-day employment probation period passed its first reading in Parliament today.
There is compelling evidence that increasing the legal alcohol purchasing age reduces harm and saves lives, a US professor has told MPs.
Raising the alcohol purchase age from 18 to 20 will be a conscience vote for the National Party, but an addiction specialist says either way, it will not change NZ's drinking culture.
Raising the alcohol purchase age from 18 to 20 will be a conscience vote for National MPs.
Legislation allowing parents to split their incomes for tax purposes will favour wealthy families with one working parent, Govt documents show.
Euthanasia advocates say lawmakers need to address the issue of terminally ill people who try to take their own life.
DIYers will be able to undertake more minor work without red tape and builders will be forced to stand by their work, under law changes.