OpinionTracey Barnett: Watch out for our leaders and their tall tales of warOur misplaced trust in the Government over our role in a far-off war has come back to haunt us.26 May 09:30 PM
New ZealandVeterans remember Battle of CreteSixteen veterans of the Battle of Crete where 671 New Zealanders were killed 70 years ago were honoured today, with wreaths laid at the National War Memorial to mark the battle.20 May 05:55 AM
New ZealandKey blamed for protection squad cost blowoutLabour is accusing John Key of using his police security officers more than he needs to.05 May 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Safe corridors' planned in ChristchurchCivil Defence plans to create "safe corridors" to buildings within Christchurch's quake-ravaged central business district.23 Mar 06:15 AM
New ZealandPolice name seven more who died in quakePolice have named another seven victims of last month's Christchurch earthquake.23 Mar 05:13 AM
New ZealandChristchurch buildings demolished without owners' knowledgeMore than 10 per cent of buildings demolished in Christchurch following last month's quake were levelled without the knowledge of their owners.23 Mar 02:59 AM
New ZealandChristchurch schools open as refugees return homeChristchurch is getting ready for the return of up to 60,000 residents with 110 schools also set to reopen this morning.13 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandSix more earthquake victims namedPolice today released the names of six more people who died in Christchurch's February 22, magnitude 6.3 earthquake, while Education Minister Anne Tolley has announced 110 schools in the region will have reopened by next week.10 Mar 04:01 AM
New ZealandChristchurch quake: Hospitals in north take in casualtiesNorth Island hospitals are receiving Christchurch earthquake victims and plan to send specialists to help in the devastated city.22 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch quake: Govt waits for grim news of deathsThe Government was this afternoon waiting for details of deaths in Christchurch and a second emergency cabinet meeting will be held tonight.22 Feb 04:49 AM
World'Nerve-wracking' escape from CairoA New Zealander who managed to flee the turmoil in Egypt says he feared for his safety, and getting a flight out had been "a bit of a gamble". "I just was trying my best to remain calm. It's rather nerve-wracking to have gunfire and so on 01 Feb 01:14 AM
New ZealandThe Wellington to stand guard for Auckland regattaEvery year a Navy ship is selected to lead the Auckland Anniversary Regatta. Loaded with VIPs and Navy crew, the vessel becomes the guard ship for the regatta and is the platform from which races are started.29 Jan 04:30 PM
