New Zealand Affairs

The New Zealand Government has taken its first positive steps in moving forward with large projects to get the country up and running again

Nov 10, 2009 - Rhonda Chalmers

Australian Vietnam soldier Andy Searle wants to see Kiwi veterans compensated and says New Zealand's attitude towards its Vietnam servicemen has been "delinquent".

Oct 25, 2009 - Sarah Curtis

As fit young Vietnam servicemen, they could never have imagined they would be sprayed with harmful chemical defoliants by their own side, two New Zealand veterans say.

Oct 21, 2009 - Sarah Curtis

Three years after the New Zealand Government promised it to them and more than 40 years after the war, New Zealand Vietnam veterans are still waiting for compensation.

Oct 21, 2009 - Sarah Curtis

The life transition into the golden years does not mean slowing down for Kiwis living overseas who decide to resettle in their childhood communities.

Jul 27, 2009 - Brenda Ann Burke

Australian Vietnam soldier Andy Searle wants to see Kiwi veterans compensated and says New Zealand's attitude towards its Vietnam servicemen has been "delinquent".

May 20, 2009 - Sarah Curtis

Greens say public transport, walking and cycling facilities need to get a greater share of public funding as the era of cheap oil comes to an end.

Oct 29, 2008 - Vivienne May Ball

New Zealand First's policy to float shares in the New Zealand owned Kiwibank is seen as a sell out to the highest bidder.

Oct 22, 2008 - Vivienne May Ball

The New Zealand Green Party uses the election campaign to promote policies that help the environment and stimulate demand in the economy.

Oct 20, 2008 - Vivienne May Ball

Hitting the campaign trail in the lead up to New Zealand's general election the Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party Helen Clark emphasised kept promises.

Oct 19, 2008 - Vivienne May Ball

Can the outcome of a game have an impact on who governs a country? In Aotearoa, yes, quite possibly.

Jul 20, 2008 - Brenda Ann Burke

Rugby is more than just a game in New Zealand. For many people, it's an indicator of the health of the nation.

Jul 20, 2008 - Brenda Ann Burke

A deal between the New Zealand government and East Coast group Ngati Porou protecting customary rights on the foreshore and seabed is announced in election year.

Feb 6, 2008 - Brenda Ann Burke