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Five Reasons Men Should Earn More Tennis Prize Money Than Women

31 January, 2012

Scott Donaldson looks at why men should be paid more prize money in tennis than women. What do you think?

When does a Machine Become a Robot and a Robot Become a Human?

23 December, 2011

Defining a robot used to be simple. It was an intelligent machine with some human or animal physical attributes and behaviour. Now, that definition is wholly inadequate and outdated. This 1,154-word article examines what it means to be a robot and in the process poses the philosophical question: What does it mean to be a human?

No Junk Mail Please

01 December, 2011

Information filters firewalls and the hazards of fallen trees.

Keypot

16 November, 2011

Key tries to cope with the drip fed contents of Tea Pot Tape by revealing more of his unsavory personality.

Irrigation plans

10 November, 2011

National proposes to subsidise irrigation schemes, opening the door to intensified land use and increased pollution.

Racists in New Zealand

07 November, 2011

Steve Williams says there aren't any racists in New Zealand, and Hone Harawira couldn't agree more.

Digital Communications: Green Technology that’s Transforming the World and Saving the Planet

03 November, 2011

Some things are all around us, yet are hardly noticed – a case of not seeing the forest for the trees. One of the greatest legacies of Digital Communications is likely to be one we are barely aware of: its positive impact of our environment. This article looks at this ubiquitous technology and its significant, though often unappreciated green credentials.

Struggling banks

03 November, 2011

As the big New Zealand banks post healthy profits in the midst of a recession, they still assure us they are struggling.

Welfare policy launch

02 November, 2011

National launches its welfare policy into a dried-up puddle of jobs.

Qantas flying again

01 November, 2011

Qantas is back in the air after Australian government intervention – and an unlikely threat to use force.

No more screwing

31 October, 2011

Squeezed tight in the vise of overpopulation, the world cries out "Enough screwing!"

Casanova

29 October, 2011

Every woman's dream.

Shots for kids

26 October, 2011

As preventable diseases such as measles and whooping cough spread throughout New Zealand, the spotlight falls on parents who refuse to vaccinate their children.

Something to smile about

24 October, 2011

The All Blacks win the Rugby World Cup, finally giving New Zealand something to smile about.

THE TRAGIC TALE OF BIG BAD BEN

22 October, 2011

A tragically humorous poem or song about a duckshooter who ends up being the dead duck. Also available set to music.

THE PEACOCK AND THE KEA

22 October, 2011

An amusing poem or song about a meeting between a spectacular peacock and an intelligent kea. The battle between beauty and brains. Also available set to music.

PERFECT POSSUM

22 October, 2011

A whimsical poem or song about possums. "Perfection for a possum comes with tyre tread stripes." Also available set to music.

Palestinian prisoner exchange

19 October, 2011

As hundreds of Palestinians are swapped for captive Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit, they exchange one prison for another.

Protests incorporated

17 October, 2011

Chinese sweatshops hurry to manufacture protest shirts for the "Occupy Wall Street" movement.

Can Your GP Help You Live Longer?

16 October, 2011

New research reveals how your GP can help keep the cost of your health care and hospital visits down, while extending your longevity.

A special announcement

10 October, 2011

Prime Minister John Key seeks to allay public fears over deep water drilling, in the wake of the Rena oil spill.

Where is your Plan B John Key?

10 October, 2011

China generated half of global economic growth since 2008, helping to avoid a US and European recession turning into a depression. It may not be able to repeat the Houdini trick this time. And what will John Key's trick be without the magic of China?

Hurray for Robin Hood

10 October, 2011

Ultimately, a Robin Hood Tax is a great way to reduce budget deficits and reduce some of the risktaking on financial markets. It is also politically popular. If Australia goes with the tax, then New Zealand would seem to have no choice but follow.

Steve Jobs Departs

07 October, 2011

Steve Jobs dies aged 56

Scope for getting our apples into Australia

06 October, 2011

Australia agrees there is scope for importing New Zealand apples, just not the kind we imagined.

Red star

06 October, 2011

Russian leader Vladimir Putin seeks to revive the Soviet Union, with himself in a starring role.

Will The All Blacks Join A Rebel Rugby World Cup?

28 September, 2011

After threatening to boycott the Rugby World Cup 2015 because of sponsorship concerns is there the possibility of a rebel competition similar to Kerry Packer's World Series Cricket which revolutionised the sport. Scott Donaldson looks at the options.

Driving change in Saudi Arabia

28 September, 2011

Women get the right to vote and will help drive the mordernisation of Saudi Arabia. Well, not exactly drive.

Faster than light

23 September, 2011

Nuclear scientists announce they've made subatomic particles travel faster than light, and skeptics challenge their claims.

Palestinians cut down

22 September, 2011

As the flowers of the Arab Spring bloom, Palestinian Statehood is cut down by the United States.

Need for speed

21 September, 2011

National rushing legislation through Parliament urgently provides inspiration for cheetahs, the world's fastest land animal

Part Of The Chain Gang

13 September, 2011

An Historic ceramic piece. The history of its use and surrounds. The pull on a toilet Cistern.

The problem with China

12 September, 2011

Our economic future is clearly in the China camp so we should care a lot more about the relationship between our currency and the Chinese Renminbi or yuan.

3D Breakthrough

12 September, 2011

Another technological breakthrough makes an impact on viewing pleasure.

The Wall, That Soon Did fall

12 September, 2011

Peter Jacobs had the fortune of being in Berlin at the time of the opening of the Berlin Wall. He relates his observations of the events at the time.

Forest Expo business "exceeds" expectations

08 September, 2011

A forest industry expo held in Rotorua has defied the economy with business numbers said to have exceeded expectations.

travellers Tips for an OE

05 September, 2011

Ten travellers tips for those travelling abroad

Peer Pressure

05 September, 2011

An opinion on peer pressure

Internet Fraud becomes an icon

05 September, 2011

A personal experiance of internet scams and why we should rename them.

Five reasons we're turning Japanese

05 September, 2011

Older readers will remember a catchy tune released by The Vapours in 1980 called 'Turning Japanese'. It's a song many economists and central bankers are finding themselves humming at the moment - because many developed economies appear to be sliding into a Japanese-style slump.

Free Education For university Students- second Time Around

04 September, 2011

Opinion on why current student loan system beats the old free education system

The world in 2020

04 September, 2011

Humourish look at the world in the year 2020

man Drought?

04 September, 2011

Opinion on the suposed man drought and some womens efforts to find the perfect mate.

Predicting The Future

04 September, 2011

Opinion on Predictions Rugby games Tab odds

Conspiracy Theories

04 September, 2011

Opinion piece that all conspiracy theories are just a conspiracy

Guilty Pleasures

04 September, 2011

A look at guilty pleasures

The Y Generation

04 September, 2011

I look at the Y Generation, by a late Baby Boomer Generation

Soft targets

02 September, 2011

Nicky Hager exposes the CIA operatives inside New Zealand's base in Bamiyan Afghanistan, and provides the Taleban with new targets.

Overseas Investment Office closely follows Canadian investigation into Sino-Forest

01 September, 2011

The Overseas Investment Office in New Zealand is closely following an investigation by the Ontario Securities Commission into the activities of Sino-Forest Corp. The allegations surround falsifying the valuation of forests, which the company has denied. The Chinese corporation has been involved in a series of transations involving a forest in New Zealand, which has seen these assets bunched with tropical forest logging concessions in Suriname for investment purposes.

Eden Park Venue for RWC 2011

29 August, 2011

A series of images of Eden Park and the impact of RWC 2011 preparations on suburban Mnt Eden.Auckland NZ.

The end of Gadhafi?

29 August, 2011

The end of Gadhafi, by Falco.

Libya

29 August, 2011

Libya, by Falco.

Stylised wave hitting New York

29 August, 2011

Referencing Hurricane Irene, a stylised wave hits New York. By Falco.

'I heart New York' with an umbrella

29 August, 2011

In wake of Hurricane Irene, an image of I heart NY with an umbrella, by Falco.

Hurricane Irene hits New York

29 August, 2011

Hurricane Irene hits New York, an image by Falco.

Exercise away cancer

28 August, 2011

New research holds hope for cancer patients and has turned medical advice for cancer patients on its head. Cancer specialists no longer suggest rest and recovery after cancer treatment. The advice now is to get out and exercise.

Making a killing

26 August, 2011

Thanks to some strategic investments in companies manufacturing cluster bombs and tobacco, the New Zealand Super Fund continues to make a killing.

New Zealanders Named In Other Rugby World Cup Squads

24 August, 2011

There are plenty of familiar faces named in the 20 Rugby World Cup 2011 squads. Scott Donaldson looks at the kiwi influence on the tournament.

Time's up for Bashar al-Assad in Syria

24 August, 2011

With Gaddafi gone, the pressure is mounting on President Bashar al-Assad of Syria.

Breakthrough

19 August, 2011

With New Zealand poised to send its first shipment of apples to Australia, a trade breakthrough is finally about to occur.

That much shorter daily commute

19 August, 2011

working from home has its ups and downs

Haggle with your bank

19 August, 2011

Bank profitability in New Zealand is too high and we have to do something about it, writes Bernard Hickey.

The problem of hoarding

19 August, 2011

Recent drama in the financial markets is really just the sound of investors waking up to some fundamental problems in the global economy, write Bernard Hickey.

NZ rich-lister's big punt in shaky Chinese forestry corp

18 August, 2011

Richard Chandler, one of the two richest men in New Zealand, has taken a stake in a Chinese company under siege over allegations surrounding forestry valuations. The Singapore-based tycoon, said to be worth NZ$5.8 billion and only second to Graeme Hart on NBR's rich list, has taken a 15% stake in the troubled Sino-Forest, a Chinese forest plantation company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange. Sino-Forest has in the past year been involved in a $77 million forestry deal in New Zealand. Questions have been raised about aspects of the company's valuation processes.

Kiaora Ora

12 August, 2011

Three sisters from the Hawkes Bay have set up business selling natural skin care products

Crocodile tears

12 August, 2011

Vodafone cops a $400,000 fine for misleading customers and says sorry ... yeah right!

New Zealand Fans Are Lucky When The Jersey Is Their Biggest Problem

11 August, 2011

The debacle over the price Adidas All Black jerseys heading into the Rugby World Cup has given All Blacks fans something to complain about, but if this is their biggest worry, then they are lucky. Scott Donaldson investigates.

Eeling in the Po

11 August, 2011

It's autumn in the Po Delta in Italy. A couple of kiwis are freedom camping in an old van and tasting the local eels. It's not just the Renaissance buildings that are intriguing. The other car park dwellers are a mysterious lot.

Take a break on your way north and check out Maungaturoto

10 August, 2011

Visitors willing to take a short detour from SH1 in Northland to the small township of Maungaturoto and its surrounds will be well rewarded.

Fijian Rule of the Road

10 August, 2011

A road accident in Fiji demonstrates the Fijian attitudes, standards and law.

London burning

09 August, 2011

Riots in England mean the torch is passed to London well ahead of the 2012 Olympics.

Bowling Etiquette

07 August, 2011

A humorous tale when Mary insists that George wears coloured underpants to the Bowling Club

Welcome to The Great Repression

07 August, 2011

Savers are being punished for the past sins of borrowers and the developed world faces a grinding, Japanese-style recovery, writes Bernard Hickey.

Let's go Norwegian and Chilean to avoid going Dutch

07 August, 2011

There is a perfect storm brewing for the New Zealand dollar but it's not the first time it's happened in the world and we don't just have to sit here and take it, writes Bernard Hickey.

It's In The Bag

04 August, 2011

Domestic bliss. Lost car keys and hearing aids, husband and wife banter that most people relate to.

Ship in a bottle

04 August, 2011

The New Zealand navy's drinking culture gives new meaning to the old "ship in a bottle" image.

Twisted logic

03 August, 2011

It's game on as Peter Dunne attempts to stamp out synthetic cannabis products all at once.

Sharp shot - bees collecting pollen, inflight.

03 August, 2011

Perfect shot of bees, one in flight, one feeding off the flax flower.

In the End, I Changed My Name

03 August, 2011

A fictional story about Jesus' brother David, when they were young.

Pluckin' Possums

01 August, 2011

Trapping Possums is once again profitable as fur prices rise.

Plucking Possums

01 August, 2011

Possum fur is in demand again and attracting the attention of trappers, inventors and garment makers.

Filling his father's shoes

01 August, 2011

Bashar al-Assad of Syria cracks down on the people of Hama, and finally fills his father Hafez's shoes.

A better housetrap

25 July, 2011

With rising interest rates, banks offering 5% deposit mortgages could lure people into unsustainable debt.

New Zealand needs feedback loops

24 July, 2011

If only New Zealand had a national 'dumb debt' feedback loop we might actually have a chance of turning around the economy, writes economics commentator Bernard Hickey.

Intake at Atiamuri hydro power station

23 July, 2011

Water flowing into Atiamuri hydro power station, near Taupo, New Zealand.

Steam pipes at Wairakei power station

23 July, 2011

Steam pipes at Wairakei thermal power station, Taupo, New Zealand.

Atiamuri power station

23 July, 2011

Front view of Atiamuri power station, near Taupo, New Zealand.

Keeping it Together at Home

23 July, 2011

Five suggestions for women wishing to survive stay-at-home motherhood.

Rapidly evolving tuatara

20 July, 2011

A new sports car is being named the "Tuatara" after our reptiles' rapidly evolving DNA. But evolving into Don Brash is hardly going forward.

Canary in a coal mine

19 July, 2011

Miner safety suffers in the noxious atmosphere of Labour Department neglect.

Giant ice-cream cone

18 July, 2011

A giant ice-cream cone graces a seaside store in the north west of England.

Estate, South London

18 July, 2011

Estate building, south London, UK.

Rainy day in Mayfair

18 July, 2011

A rainy day in Mayfair, London, UK.

Silbury Hill

18 July, 2011

Silbury Hill, a manmade chalk mound near Avebury in Wiltshire, UK. (See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silbury_Hill)

Yorkshire countryside

18 July, 2011

Yorkshire countryside.

News of the whirled

18 July, 2011

Rupert Murdoch finds his empire slipping down the drain.

A News of the World rat Down Under

17 July, 2011

The pussycats and the rats - A Kiwi reporter's experience as a News of the World's "rat" Down Under.

Munich: Bavaria’s Vibrant Capital

17 July, 2011

Bavaria is one of Europe’s most picturesque regions as well as an economic dynamo of Germany. Its beautiful capital, Munich, has lost none of the charm of its rich medieval heritage, despite being the capital of an industrially vibrant federal state. Though famous for the Oktoberfest – a huge attraction every autumn – the city’s agreeable climate, unique architecture and vibrant cultural life draw tourists from all over the world throughout the year.

A spring jaunt in the Waikato sunshine

17 July, 2011

With the spring has come new opportunities for Paul Kendon to get the Vespa out and find out what is down another Waikato road

Riding the Waikato on a four-stroke pony

17 July, 2011

With spring in the air, Paul Kendon powers up the Vespa and heads for another ride through the Waikato south and east of Hamilton.

Taking in the country - and a touch of sun

17 July, 2011

Hamilton scooter enthusiast Paul Kendon knows a run in the countryside can brighten up your life after days and days of rain.

Fun in the rain on a scooter

17 July, 2011

Paul Kendon takes his scooter off the beaten track on a trip to Auckland in the latest of a series of rides through the Waikato's back roads.

Kawhia Safari

17 July, 2011

Travel story about travelling to Kawhia, on the West Coast, on a Vespa 150 ET8 scooter.

The hurt locker

14 July, 2011

Phil Goff wades into a political minefield as the election approaches.

Grow a spine

13 July, 2011

New Zealand doctors discover how to grow bone in a lab, and the Department of Conservation could be a suitable test subject.

Bagpipes, Busking and Bylaws

13 July, 2011

A guide to street-performance in New Zealand covering bylaws in major metropolitan areas.

The sky is falling!

12 July, 2011

Prime Minister John Key and ACC Minister Nick Smith feature in a brief retelling of the classic Chicken Little story.

New Act Party logo

11 July, 2011

New Act Party logo, inspired by Don Brash's recent attacks on Maori.

A KeywiRail Solution

11 July, 2011

The Nats find a way to save NZ Rail and build more cycleways

Fisherman in late afternoon light on Lake Taupo

11 July, 2011

Fisherman in late afternoon light on Lake Taupo.

Fly fishing on Lake Taupo

11 July, 2011

Fisherman in late afternoon light on Lake Taupo.

Trout fishing at Lake Taupo

10 July, 2011

A fisherman in late afternoon light at Lake Taupo, New Zealand.

Avoiding the tourist avalanche in Phuket

10 July, 2011

Every summer thousands of tourist flock to Phuket in search of the perfect sunny seaside holiday. Claire Connell explains how to avoid the common tourist traps and find the more unique parts of the island during your stay.

Thai time

10 July, 2011

Ever tried learning a foreign language in the country you're living in? It's hard, but even harder when there are five tones involved. Claire Connell explores the challenges of mastering Thai.

Beehive venom

07 July, 2011

Riffing on the latest craze, Beehive venom is the next product to take off in an election year!

Pianist potential

05 July, 2011

Korean scientists discover a link between relative finger length and the size of a man's member.

Belgium — two in one

05 July, 2011

Belgium has an interesting history and an interesting future, writes Mark Webster, after a visit to Ypres and a cultural lesson along the way.

Holland – a lowdown

05 July, 2011

Holland has changed in 26 years: after several shifts in philosophy and experience, five-lane motorways can grind to a stop and the once-vaunted rail service is faltering.

Driving England

05 July, 2011

A New Zealander ventures onto British roads in his first foray into the UK in 26 years, finding long lost relatives and unbelievable weather along the way.

The Pope's first Tweet

01 July, 2011

Just as Moses once did, the Pope uses tablets to spread the word.

The elephant in the room

28 June, 2011

With an election approaching, our Government gets spooked and the Alcohol Reform Bill stalls in parliament.

DOC job cuts

24 June, 2011

Further job cuts to the Department of Conservation threaten to undermine New Zealand's natural heritage.

Wrapping harvester

24 June, 2011

Wrapping harvester on display at Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Sars Gold - the bull

24 June, 2011

Sars Gold at Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Sheep and farmer - dog trials at Fieldays 2011

24 June, 2011

Sheep and farmer - dog trials at Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Post Budget Bill Rises

23 June, 2011

National Government borrows to maintain popularity

A Frankly Furtive Response To Cell Phone Dangers

23 June, 2011

European research cautiously warns about cell phone dangers

Front line workers

21 June, 2011

Government back office workers learn what it means to be relocated to the front line.

Don't smoke kids!

20 June, 2011

These are shots taken of old ladies smoking at the Shwe (Golden) Temple, in Bagan, Burma. 2008.

Sunset in Bagan, Burma

20 June, 2011

These shots were taken of the sun setting over Lake Bagan, in Burma, 2008.

This is Burma

20 June, 2011

Photos taken on my travels to Burma, 2008. In particular, these shots have been taken in Mandalay.

Silverback in the Congo

19 June, 2011

These are a series of photos taken when on a tramp into the Congo in 2005 to see a family of gorillas. Can be sold as a set, or individually.

Morning coffee run at Fieldays 2011

18 June, 2011

Morning coffee run at Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Fieldays traffic

18 June, 2011

Fieldays traffic, June 2011, Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Fencing contestant at work at Fieldays 2011

18 June, 2011

A fencing contestant at work at Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Dog trials at Fieldays 2011

18 June, 2011

Dog trials under way at Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Chainsaw demonstration at Fieldays 2011

18 June, 2011

Chainsaw demonstration in the innovation area at Fieldays 2011, Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

Balloon and zeppelin

18 June, 2011

Blue balloons and zeppelin float above Fieldays, June 2011, at Mystery Creek, Hamilton, New Zealand.

What the ouzo crisis means for us

18 June, 2011

When borrowers and savers see the latest Greek riots or pictures of stressed stock market traders they should also think about a potential rise in borrowing costs and a possible slump in the global economy.

The tactician and the bureaucrat

18 June, 2011

For New Zealand's future, we need some long term strategy to build high-paid and interesting jobs that earn foreign exchange revenues so we can start growing our wealth as a country.

Paranoia

17 June, 2011

Makers of "legal highs" get a taste of their products' side effects, as Peter Dunne announces a crackdown on synthetic cannabinoids.

Horses for courses

15 June, 2011

Prime Minister John Key helps Sky City Casino surmount a few gambling limits obstacles, in return for a new Auckland convention centre.

Wandering Willie

11 June, 2011

Wandering Willie

11 June, 2011

Beetles are being released to control the noxious weed Wandering Willie

The Highlanders Are Out of Super Rugby Contention - Are They An Improved Team on Previous Seasons?

11 June, 2011

Are the Highlanders really any better than previous seasons? Scott Donaldson looks at how they are doing this year compared with previous seasons in recent times.

Super Rugby Crowds - Why People Do and Don't Go To Matches

11 June, 2011

Scott Donaldson looks at reasons why people do and don't attend Super Rugby 2011 matches.

Juggling act

10 June, 2011

Overworked teachers face another challenge as Te Reo becomes compulsory.

Mornings across the Magical City.

10 June, 2011

Taken on the way to Nelson a few years back looking down across the city as the dawn breaks.

Freedom Poopers

10 June, 2011

Govt. passes bill to restrict freedom campers

Hundertwasser Styled Gallery

10 June, 2011

Whangarei intends to build a controversial gallery to honour Austrian artist Frederick Hundertwasser

Stone Cold Bottoms

09 June, 2011

A trip to a gallery with our pre-schoolers got me thinking about the value of art to our littlies.

Sunset finals

09 June, 2011

Evening time on the South coast, A Magical time to land at Wellington Airport. Air New Zealand Q300 on finals from across the Cook Strait.

Meeting Trout Fishing in New Zealand in Rotorua

09 June, 2011

This story is about a personal journey involving trout fishing in New Zealand and how I came to arrive at the Rotorua A-Z Trout Fishing School this year. The story invokes the spirit of Richard Brautigan, and American author who created Trout Fishing in America as a character in a novel by the same name. So Trout Fishing in New Zealand becomes becomes not only a theme but also a character.

Let's boycott the World Cup

07 June, 2011

Let's not beat about the bush here. Our government is likely to borrow NZ$20 billion or the equivalent of 10% of GDP this year. It is cracking down on all sorts of spending. So why are we subsidising a bunch of sports bureaucrats?

Cellphone cancer link

01 June, 2011

Scientists are still unable to prove a definitive link between cellphones and cancer.

Planking

31 May, 2011

Following the Prime Minister's lead, Bill english and Tony Ryall enjoy watching people planking.

Jumping the queue

30 May, 2011

National decides to sell state assets and promises Kiwis they'll have the options to buy shares first.

Lance Armstrong's biggest climb

27 May, 2011

Lance Armstrong faces his biggest challenge yet, as mounting allegations threaten to taint his legacy.

Highlanders Green Strip Decision Separates Professionalism from Amateurism

27 May, 2011

The decision to change the Highlanders uniform from the traditional blue, gold and maroon to light green show a movement away from the amateur traditions towards professionalism. Scott Donaldson looks at the widening gap.

Five reasons why the NZ budget is not believable

26 May, 2011

The government has forecast a return to budget surplus by 2014/15 and the creation of 170,000 jobs. Here are five reasons why those forecasts are not believable, writes Bernard Hickey.

The Farce Side

24 May, 2011

An ode to Gary Larson and a comment on the New Zealand dairy industry, all rolled up in one.

New strategies needed to lift forest industry investments

24 May, 2011

The forest industry is one of New Zealand's key sectors yet by any measure is dramatically underperforming when compared with counterparts in many other southern hemisphere countries. Log exports mean foregone revenue from wood processing, which is stagnant. This article analyses a UN FAO study into the constraints on Asia-Pacific forestry investment, references New Zealand and Australia, and looks at the case of Chile, where companies are investing billions of dollars in new manufacturing plant.

Carter Reaches Points Milestone - Will His Lack Of Drop Goals Cost the All Blacks the Rugby World Cup?

22 May, 2011

Dan Carter has scored more Super Rugby points than test points by surpassing 1188 test points. He has scored over 2000 points combined in Super Rugby and tests, yet less than 30 come from drop goals. Will his lack of drop kicking cost the All Blacks the Rugby World Cup? Scott Donaldson explains.

Alfred and the Birds

12 May, 2011

Someone forgot to include penguins in The Birds.

Estelle, my alcoholic NY stalker

11 May, 2011

a piece of fiction taking place in NY before the yuppies moved in.

Colombia's Wild East: The Guajira Peninsula

11 May, 2011

A land of mystery, indigenous practices and contraband. The Guajira desert, soon to be on the beaten track.

On a Higher Plain, Reflections of a well-versed bum

11 May, 2011

Nothing is new in travel, the author turned hostelier explains why.

The Travel Virgin - Leaving for Ukraine

11 May, 2011

I wasn’t going to eat my food anyway but I felt irked all the same that this weighty German beside me was leaning over my tray table and helping himself uninvited to my lunch.

Still think social media is not for your company?

11 May, 2011

Social media is no longer a luxury extra for small businesses to use as a promotional tool, it's where their customers expect to find them. This story outlines the case for small businesses to get on social media.

Double down

10 May, 2011

KFC's latest burger earns its name.

NZ Loves You

10 May, 2011

There are many healing herbs, plants and their produce in the bush and kiwi gardens. This article gives a couple of easily found examples and tells the reader how to find out more.

Catch the tax cheats

10 May, 2011

In Britain, America and Europe, the public mood over tax cheats is turning feral and the powers-that-be are responding. What are we doing in New Zealand?

Home is where the health is.

10 May, 2011

Allergies and sensitivities are rife in NZ. Many of us, without knowing, have a home that makes sick. This simple and engaging article explains how to have a healthy home.

Fighting Fit For Winter

09 May, 2011

An engaging, easy to read article with tips on how to stay well by fighting off colds and flu naturally.

Mana's boy

09 May, 2011

Titewhai Harawira helps her son Hone with a new election slogan.

Ready for NZ$4/ltr petrol?

04 May, 2011

Our government should be using tax increases such as the one deferred this week to gradually adjust New Zealanders to permanently higher oil prices rather than focusing on its election prospects, writes Bernard Hickey.

All Blacks Locking Department Looking Full - Injury Willing

03 May, 2011

The All Black selectors have plenty of options for their Rugby World Cup squad in the locking department, but plenty will depend on injuries. Scott Donaldson looks at the options.

Remembering the fallen at the Atatürk Memorial

30 April, 2011

What a great place to have a memorial to remember those from New Zealand, Australia and Turkey who fell at Gallipoli 96 years ago.

A Brash Act

28 April, 2011

Brash rolls Rodney Hide

Bedding In The Budget

28 April, 2011

National's 2011 Budget

Conflict Zone

28 April, 2011

Conflict Zone - an illustration by Falco

Recycling Time

28 April, 2011

Recycling Time - an illustration by Falco

Libyan Revolution

28 April, 2011

Libyan Revolution - an illustration by Falco

Two Faced

28 April, 2011

Two Faced - an illustration by Falco

Porn movie

28 April, 2011

Porn movie - an illustration by Falco

Smile

28 April, 2011

Smile - an illustration by Falco

Spider

28 April, 2011

Spider - an illustration by Falco

Terrorism

28 April, 2011

Terrorism - an illustration by Falco

Trapped

28 April, 2011

Trapped - an illustration by Falco

Japan Tsunami

28 April, 2011

Japan Tsunami - an illustration by Falco

USA Flag

28 April, 2011

USA Flag - an illustration by Falco

Waterdrop

28 April, 2011

Waterdrop - an illustration by Falco

YingYang Bomb

28 April, 2011

YingYang Bomb - an illustration by Falco

Zapadom

28 April, 2011

Zapadom - an illustration by Falco

Zipperman

28 April, 2011

Zipperman - an illustration by Falco

Obama Tour

28 April, 2011

Obama Tour

Obatman vs Wikileaks

28 April, 2011

Obatman vs Wikileaks - an illustration by Falco

Oil

28 April, 2011

Oil - an illustration by Falco

Oil Blood

28 April, 2011

Oil Blood - an illustration by Falco

War for Oil

28 April, 2011

War for Oil - an illustration by Falco

Palestine

28 April, 2011

Palestine - an illustration by Falco

Pinocchio

28 April, 2011

Pinocchio - an illustration by Falco

Puerto Rico struggle

28 April, 2011

Puerto Rico struggle - an illustration by Falco

Water Planet

28 April, 2011

Water Planet - an illustration by Falco

Prometheus

28 April, 2011

Prometheus - an illustration by Falco

Protected

28 April, 2011

Protected - an illustration by Falco

Prisoner

28 April, 2011

Prisoner - an illustration by Falco

Prisoner

28 April, 2011

Prisoner - an illustration by Falco

Fishing

27 April, 2011

Fishing - an illustration by Falco

World Oil

27 April, 2011

World Oil - an illustration by Falco

Fish Escape

27 April, 2011

Fish Escape - an illustration by Falco

Piano

27 April, 2011

Piano - an illustration by Falco

Polarity

27 April, 2011

Polarity - an illustration by Falco

Pope Condom

27 April, 2011

Pope Condom - an illustration by Falco

Gossip

27 April, 2011

Gossip - an illustration by Falco

The President - Progression

27 April, 2011

The President - Progression - an illustration by Falco

Radioactive Food

27 April, 2011

Radioactive Food - an illustration by Falco

Discobolus

27 April, 2011

Discobolus - an illustration by Falco

European Union Flag

27 April, 2011

European Union Flag - an illustration by Falco

Huh?

27 April, 2011

Huh? - An illustration by Falco

Missing the Mark

27 April, 2011

Missing the Mark - an illustration by Falco

Fish

27 April, 2011

Fish - an illustration by Falco

Fish Think

27 April, 2011

Fish Think - an illustration by Falco

American Nuclear Waste

27 April, 2011

American Nuclear Waste - an illustration by Falco

Fireplaces

27 April, 2011

Fireplaces - an illustration by Falco

Colour by Finger

27 April, 2011

Colour by Finger - an illustration by Falco

Food

27 April, 2011

Food - an illustration by Falco

Contamination

27 April, 2011

Contamination - an illustration by Falco

Heart Brain

27 April, 2011

Heart Brain - an illustration by Falco

Ties

27 April, 2011

Ties - an illustration by Falco

Harvest

27 April, 2011

Harvest - an illustration by Falco

Coupledom

27 April, 2011

Coupledom - an illustration by Falco

Crying

27 April, 2011

Crying - an illustration by Falco

New Flag for American Diplomacy

27 April, 2011

New Flag for American Diplomacy - an illustration by Falco

Nuclear Flight

27 April, 2011

Nuclear Flight - an illustration by Falco

Obama War

27 April, 2011

Obama war - an illustration by Falco

Love Shoes

27 April, 2011

Love Shoes - an illustration by Falco

Look

27 April, 2011

Look - an illustration by Falco

Moon

27 April, 2011

Moon - an illustration by Falco

Doffing

27 April, 2011

Doffing - an illustration by Falco

Radioactive World

27 April, 2011

Radioactive World - an illustration by Falco

Music Lover

27 April, 2011

Music Lover - An illustration by Falco

Music Man

27 April, 2011

Music Man - an illustration by Falco

Castaway

27 April, 2011

Castaway - an illustration by Falco

Hydrant Knight

27 April, 2011

Hydrant Knight - an illustration by Falco

Hunter

27 April, 2011

Hunter - an illustration by Falco

I Love Oil

27 April, 2011

I Love Oil - an illustration by Falco

Inefficiency

27 April, 2011

Inefficiency - an illustration by Falco

Japan Flag

27 April, 2011

Japan Flag - an illustration by Falco

Smoking

27 April, 2011

Smoking - an illustration by Falco

Rooster

27 April, 2011

Rooster - an illustration by Falco

Ghadafi

27 April, 2011

Ghadafi - an illustration by Falco

Greek

27 April, 2011

Greek - an illustration by Falco

Hunger

27 April, 2011

Hunger - an illustration by Falco

Happy Bomb

27 April, 2011

Happy Bomb - an illustration by Falco

Hercules

27 April, 2011

Hercules - an illustration by Falco

Mouth Harp

27 April, 2011

Mouth Harp - an illustration by Falco

Bomb Skull

27 April, 2011

Bomb Skull - an illustration by Falco

Boxer

27 April, 2011

Boxer - an illustration by Falco

Heads

27 April, 2011

Heads - an illustration by Falco

Letter

27 April, 2011

Letter - an illustration by Falco

Letter

27 April, 2011

Letter - an illustration by Falco

Homes

27 April, 2011

Homes - an illustration by Falco

Bird

27 April, 2011

Bird - an illustration by Falco

Egg bike

27 April, 2011

Egg bike - an illustration by Falco

Black Sheep

27 April, 2011

Black Sheep - an illustration by Falco

Love, protected

27 April, 2011

Love, protected - an illustration by Falco

Appledom

27 April, 2011

'Appledom' - an illustration by Falco

Abuse

27 April, 2011

Abuse - an illustration by Falco

Acropolis barcode

27 April, 2011

Acropolis barcode - an illustration by Falco

Adidas Condom

27 April, 2011

Adidas Condom - an illustration by Falco

Water Savings

27 April, 2011

Water Savings - an illustration by Falco

Audio

27 April, 2011

Audio - an illustration by Falco

AA

27 April, 2011

AA - an illustration by Falco

Pencil

27 April, 2011

Pencil - an illustration by Falco

Tears for Japan

27 April, 2011

Tears for Japan - an illustration by Falco

Japan Disaster

27 April, 2011

Japan Disaster - an illustration by Falco

Atomic Japan

27 April, 2011

Atomic Japan - an illustration by Falco

Love attraction

27 April, 2011

Love attraction - an illustration by Falco

Japan Mourning

27 April, 2011

Japan Mourning - an illustration by Falco

Colonel Muammar Muhammad al-Gaddafi

27 April, 2011

Colonel Muammar Muhammad al-Gaddafi - a caricature by Falco

Julian Assange

27 April, 2011

Julian Assange, founder of Wikileaks - a caricature by Falco

Libia

27 April, 2011

Libia, an illustration by Falco

Stretch Limo

27 April, 2011

Stretch Limo - an illustration by Falco

BP Oil Spill

27 April, 2011

BP's oil spill - An illustration by Falco

Lifeline

27 April, 2011

Don Brash throws Rodney Hide and Act a lifeline.

Selling Our Ears

25 April, 2011

The "The Silver Fox" (aka Richard Griffin) appears to be pushing sponsorship into RNZ.

Contact energy

25 April, 2011

Consumers take another hit from our largest power company.

Our Dutch Disease

21 April, 2011

If our government is serious about transforming this economy into an export powerhouse it must act to restrain the currency and the foreign borrowing, writes Bernard Hickey.

Superbugs

20 April, 2011

A new breed of superbug arrives in New Zealand.

Undercover (could'nt give a) Toss

20 April, 2011

A review of TV show Undercover Boss shines spotlight on abuses in the name of the recession.

Hidden cost of royal wedding

20 April, 2011

An irreverant look at who's really picking up the tab for the royal wedding.

Which Do You Choose: A Dedicated eBook Reader or an iPad?

17 April, 2011

Which is better: a tablet computer like the iPad or a dedicated eBook reader? The conclusion in this article is that, for reading books, there is no contest. The reason is nothing to do with screen resolution, storage capacity, or anything else technical; it’s purely human. Apart from the device chosen, other factors not immediately obvious but decidedly annoying play a significant role in the cost of owning any electronic book reader.

Extinction

15 April, 2011

Kakapo aren't the only species facing extinction due to unsustainable numbers.

In search of the man behind Meurant

15 April, 2011

Thirty years ago New Zealand endured with an event which changed the face of rugby and the nation - the 1981 Springbok Tour. When looking for people to talk of their experiences at this time many sources pointed toward a man who was once reviled as the face of police brutality and has since become a powerful businessman with no interest in rugby. OWEN WINTER goes in search of the real Ross Meurant.

Today’s journalists living the ‘tweet’ life

15 April, 2011

How has Web 2.0 changed the face of news media? OWEN WINTER talks to online journalists about the impact Twitter and other social media platforms have had on the industry- particularly in New Zealand relying on it during the Christchurch earthquake in February and looks to the future of web based journalism. Includes comments from APN, Fairfax and BBC staff writers and tutor and one time Journalism Training Organisation chief Jim Tucker.

Playing pirates

14 April, 2011

Times have changed, and playing pirates means something different for the Internet generation.

The All Blacks Fullback Dilemma - Where To Fit The Talent?

14 April, 2011

The All Black selectors have their work cut out for them to try and fit in some great Super Rugby fullbacks into the All Black squad for the internationals, Tri Nations and the Rugby World Cup. Scott Donaldson looks at the options.

How the tax package is failing

14 April, 2011

The shock of the GST increase, on top of rising food and petrol prices, has forced New Zealand consumers deeper into their spending shells, writes business commentator Bernard Hickey.

Low wage economy

13 April, 2011

Santa Claus threatens to take advantage of New Zealand's low wage economy if the elves try to unionise.

Reading Cinemas Mystery Movie Revealed - Scream 4 Just Worth The Price of Admission

08 April, 2011

The Reading Courtenay team put on a Mystery Movie charging $5 for a late night movie. See what happened once Scream 4 finally starting playing? Scott Donaldson reviews the event.