We bring you the latest developments on the alcohol law reform package the Government has adopted.

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.

United Future leader Peter Dunne says he is confident public support for his "income sharing" policy will force the Govt to back it.

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.

Almost two-thirds of New Zealanders support lowering the drink-driving limit, a survey has revealed.

National MPs might be allowed a conscience vote on a Labour Party bill that proposes lowering the drink driving blood alcohol limit, John Key says.

Kiwis are likely to vote for a change to the MMP system for electing MPs but still prefer it to the "first past the post" system, a survey reveals.