WorldOz PM to argue for Corby clemencyAustralian PM Julia Gillard is today trying to convince the Indonesian President to grant clemency to convicted drug smuggler Schapelle Corby, according to a report.02 Nov 12:22 AM
New ZealandBacking for mandatory reporting of suspected abuseMedical professionals are supporting a coroner's suggestion that it be mandatory for them to report suspected child abuse cases to CYF.01 Nov 07:34 PM
New ZealandHealth sector could reduce child abuse, Kahui inquest toldEngaging the health sector could reduce the "shameful" child abuse rate in NZ, an inquest into the deaths of the Kahui twins has heard.01 Nov 02:56 AM
LifestyleCarbon footprints in the sandDita De Boni wonders what the environmental impact of having children really is.01 Nov 02:30 AM
New Zealand<b>Two Drinks Max:</b> Stories of horror flood inVictims of drink-driving have flooded the <i>Herald</i> with tales of broken families and lasting mental trauma. <b>Read their stories.</b>01 Nov 12:39 AM
New ZealandKahui coroner concerned about child abuseA coroner conducting an inquest into the deaths of Chris and Cru Kahui has turned his attention to the phenomenon of child abuse in NZ.31 Oct 11:16 PM
New Zealand<b>Two Drinks Max:</b> Lobby powerWhen alcohol industry reps unleash their charm offensives on the corridors of power there is one office they dodge, that of Jim Anderton.30 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandHunting for the good kids withinInside the first of the Govt's new boot camps for serious repeat youth offenders.29 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandBar staff's bravery praised in robberyA judge has paid tribute to the bravery of a bar manager and a patron who foiled the armed robbery of a Christchurch bar.29 Oct 01:51 AM
New Zealand<b>Two Drinks Max:</b> Campaign sparks robust debateA <i>Herald</i>-led campaign to lower the drink driving limit has sparked debate throughout New Zealand.29 Oct 12:28 AM
New ZealandGraphic warnings deter young smokers - studyGraphic images of the adverse health effects of smoking do deter young adult smokers and should be significantly increased in size, NZ research has found. 28 Oct 09:09 PM
New ZealandDrivers over twice the limit should undergo treatment - AADrivers caught at more than twice the legal alcohol limit should have to undergo mandatory assessments for alcohol abuse, the Automobile Association says. 28 Oct 06:08 AM
New ZealandGovt supports legalised drunk driving, says trustAlcohol Healthwatch has told the Government it is supporting "legalised drunk driving" by delaying moves to lower the drink driving limit.28 Oct 03:26 AM
New ZealandCold-calling scammers a rising threatInternet watchdog Netsafe is warning of cold-calling scammers ramping up attacks on New Zealand computer users.27 Oct 11:50 PM
New ZealandCall for new addiction treatment lawNew Zealand needs to overhaul laws governing the compulsory treatment of severe alcoholics and drug addicts, says the Law Commission.27 Oct 04:59 AM
