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Secret talks on farmers' trading plan
Fonterra's bold plan strikes hurdles, writes Jonathan Underhill.

'Weak' NZ terror laws worried US
A leaked diplomatic cable shows the US was deeply concerned with "inherent weaknesses" in NZ's terror laws.

Memories more sweet than bitter
The firefight between a nine-strong patrol and up to 80 Viet Cong was one of the New Zealand Army's bravest battles, facing almost insurmountable odds. Nearly 43 years later, the men of Victor 3 One platoon met again for the first time.

Success: Partners sell Kiwi expertise to Asia
NZ firm sees growing market for green energy technology.

Vietnam: Higher learning
A trip to Vietnam's mountainous and beautiful north allows visitors to experience authentic tribal life, writes Rob McFarland.

New lizard species discovered - on a restaurant menu
A new species of lizard has become a legend in its own lunchtime after being identified by scientists from the menu of a Vietnamese restaurant.

Stronger trade with Asia means more jobs - Key
Stronger trade ties with Asia's major economies will strengthen NZ's economy, John Key says.

Key: Gillard visit likely to help align economies
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard is to visit NZ for talks early next year likely to yield progress in aligning the two nations' economies, says John Key.

Bumpy journey to Vietnam for PM
After what had potential to be a very bumpy journey after a weather radar problem on the plane, New Zealand has arrived at the East Asia Summit.

<i>Cafe Hanoi</i>, Auckland CBD
Anyone who has been to Vietnam knows that the best food comes from the north.

Kiwi Vietnam war hero dies
A former New Zealand Vietnam war hero who was recently presented with a bravery award for saving the lives of Australian soldiers has died.

Apocalypse then
As a soldier in Vietnam, Karl Marlantes came face-to-face with war. Thirty years later he has turned that experience into a New York Times best-seller.

Charges over freak fatal motorway accident
A freak road accident where a truck wheel came loose and killed a man in a bus on Auckland's southern motorway earlier this year is heading to court.

Ask Lonely Planet: All that's eco is not green in Vietnam
Eco-tourism in Vietnam is often promoted by companies who either by ignorance or outright unscrupulousness do not adhere to the ethics that would constitute viable eco-tourism projects.