Moa DNA gives up some secrets
A breakthrough in DNA extraction will enable researchers to understand the family life of moa and pinpoint when they became extinct.$25m cut spells big job losses
By JOHN HARTEVELT - Political reporter - The Press
6 min ago "Faceless bureaucrats" face the chop as the Government applies a $25 million squeeze.
ECan councillor likens review to Nazi action
By PAUL GORMAN - Environment reporter - The Press
6 min ago A key moment in Nazi Germany history is the inspiration for the "hatchet job" on Environment Canterbury (ECan), says regional councillor Rik Tindall.
Rich foreigners buy entry to NZ
By COLIN ESPINER - Political editor - The Press
6 min ago Wealthy elderly foreigners will be able to buy entry to New Zealand under plans originally rejected by immigration officials a decade ago.
More cash sought for quake protection
By GLENN CONWAY - The Press
6 min ago The Christchurch Arts Centre could earn about $7 million for earthquake-strengthening work by renting new and existing buildings if it can reshape its boundaries.
Knife crime a disturbing trend
The stabbing death of Christchurch taxi driver Abdulrahman Ikhtiari highlights an alarming trend towards knife crime among New Zealand youth, authorities say.
Prisoner expels smuggled drugs
It was only a matter of time before the laws of nature caught up with a Christchurch prisoner.
Tolley on defensive at Lincoln meeting
Cubicle farming backers offer new options
Crusaders brace for roused Chiefs
Hamilton's main drag can be a tricky zone for visiting rugby fans, although that is not where the Crusaders expect to cop grief tomorrow night.
Batting order shuffle tipped
Peter Ingram wasn't mentioned by name, but the clear inference from coach Mark Greatbatch was that the Central Districts opener has had all the chances he's going to get at the top of New Zealand's batting order.
Cougars size up Saints
Young reps ready for Shield game
Maitland on his guard
Sitiveni Sivivatu tears about like a kid fizzing on a sugar rush, yet Sean Maitland is determined not to be mesmerised by his trickery.
Pakistan aid workers killed
Suspected Islamist militants have attacked a World Vision office in Pakistan with a bomb and gunfire, killing at least six people.
Indonesian sympathy for Balibo 5
The Indonesian president has expressed sympathy to the families of Australian newsmen killed in Balibo, a surprise move which could help end 35 years of rancour between the two countries.
Aussie towns saved from floods
Bali bombings mastermind killed
Thai boxer fights blind
Sujet Salee stands out for a reason other than his fight record: he's blind.
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Crown's $290m guarantee windfall
The Government will pocket about $290 million in fees from big banks using the wholesale funding guarantee, which will close at the end of April, the Government says.
F&P Health eyes 15pc growth
Listed healthcare devices innovator Fisher & Paykel Healthcare says with at least 50 million people in the developed world still to be diagnosed and treated for obstructive sleep apnoea, its latest home treatment device range has a lot of potential headroom for earnings.
Toll Holdings avoids IRD freeze
Labour push to regulate termination charges
Lombard plan to cross Tasman
Lombard Group is proposing to become Australian, taking war-weary Kiwi shareholders with it.
Demi Moore gives daughter pole-dance tips
Demi Moore reportedly gave her daughter Rumer Willis a pole-dancing lesson at an Oscars after-party.
Gorillaz Plastic teamup
For their third album Gorillaz have teamed with Snoop Dogg and Lou Reed.
Is new musical any good?
Why Oscars left Farrah out
Lohan in $141m lawsuit
Lindsay Lohan has filed a NZ$141m lawsuit claiming an ad for a Wall Street firm was modelled after her.
Climate change chic at Chanel
An event based around hundreds of fashionistas flying in from all over the world was never going to be a convincing platform for environmental campaigning, but designers in Paris haven't let that stop them.
Nicotine builds up gradually
Nicotine builds up gradually in smokers' brains rather than spiking after each puff, according to a study that might help point to new ways to help people quit smoking.
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Facebook stalking gets easier
Facebook users will from next month be able to track where their friends are at any given time, while a new Twitter feature will plot tweets on a Google Map, according to reports.
Labour push to regulate termination charges
Labour has called on the Government to set aside a majority recommendation of the Commerce Commission and regulate mobile termination charges, blamed for pushing up the cost of calls to and from cellphones.
Phones to offer X-ray vision
Shedding light on LEDs
3D TV price gouge
TV makers are gearing up to launch 3D TV sets in New Zealand this year, but overseas pricing shows there'll be a steep price to pay.
First Porsche hybrid
Porsche's first petrol-electric Cayenne has been gazumped by another Porsche hybrid.
Aprilia's first big bike reborn
The Pegaso 650 has suddenly rediscovered itself as a supermoto, writes PAUL OWEN .
Camry hybrid priced well
Amarok sets sights on Hilux
Troppo Topo
The modern cabriolet version of Fiat's little mouse has stolen DAVE MOORE'S heart.
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