World's population set to hit seven billion
Asia and Africa will determine future global population growth, writes The Independent's Hamish McRae.
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Retail store wars move online
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We're not that old, seniors tell survey
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Battle for Beehive hot seat
Nikki Kaye and Jacinda Ardern are rivals for Auckland Central. But with Green candidate Denise Roche in the equation, the battle won't be straightforward.
Council focuses on keeping growth within city's limits
Plan aims to make use of transport corridors and protect countryside.
Japan hits new centenarian high
The number of people aged 100 or older in rapidly greying Japan has hit a record high for the 41st consecutive year.
Canterbury a Mecca for job seekers
NZ's total of building trades workers needs to double to 155,400 over the next five years, say training groups.
The rousing giant of Maori money
Large-scale iwi investment in the New Zealand heartland could reinvigorate rural economy.
Toll roads the future, says UK specialist
Overcoming public perceptions is the first step, but planner promises economic benefits will be tangible.
Technology drives better ways of getting around
Smart roads and clever apps could hold the key to solving Auckland's congestion problems, writes Steve Hart.
Shining examples of what a city can become
The Global Cities initiative is looking at ways to help Auckland become a better place to live and work, writes Ruth Le Pla.
Future of Chch schools still undecided
Decisions on the future of Christchurch's quake-hit schools will depend on the relocation plans of the city's red-zone residents.