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Phil Goff interview: 'I'll stop asset sales dead.'
Labour leader Phil Goff talks about media training, the minimum wage and superannuation decisions.
The world today - September 1
A quick hit of the biggest international stories that you mught have missed today.
Navy death legal action considered
The father of a sailor killed in an "unnecessary and preventable" Navy accident is considering further action following the release of a coroner's report. Byron Solomon, was the first Navy sailor to die on active service in 37 years.
Soldier's death inquiry finds faults in training
The uncle of fallen soldier Tim O'Donnell questions if troops can prepare for ambushes in hostile enemy terrain.
Paul Thomas: Trivial story with no sex and no intrigue
Three good, non-sinister reasons why young foreign tourists would want to hasten their departure
Editorial: Govt rightly red-faced over vet treatment
New Zealand troops played a major and absolutely pivotal role in the battle, winning two Victoria Crosses in the process.
Govt to cover war vets' future costs
Ageing war veterans will likely have their airfare and accommodation costs for attending upcoming 70th commemorations covered by the government, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp says.
Veterans made do as minister basked in luxury
New Zealand war heroes in their 90s ended up paying to attend commemorations in Europe.