Problem camper bill passes first reading
A bill aimed at changing the nasty habits of some freedom campers passed its first reading in Parliament today.
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New environmental protection laws for New Zealand's exclusive economic zone will come into effect next year.
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Key first Kiwi PM to address Aussie Parliament
Prime Minister John Key will next month become the first New Zealand prime minister to address Australia's Parliament.
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Father refuses to accept Thai experts' findings
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Hotel insecticide used in NZ
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Peters attacks 'humbug' govt - promises more cash
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters made some big-spending promises to the Grey Power conference in Hamilton last night - including paying part of their power bill.
Bin Laden death welcomed by politicians, Greens aside
Osama bin Laden's death was mostly welcomed with open arms across New Zealand's political spectrum.
Maori Party eyes taking on Harawira
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Independent MP Hone Harawira spent $43,000 on travel in three months
Harawira spent nearly as much as the entire Maori Party's bill of $44,410.