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Porn-site users lured by ad scam
Visitors to some porn websites may have been duped into downloading malicious software, the government's cyber security watchdog is warning.
Research details packaging chemicals found in food
Chemicals from plastic and paper packaging are leaching into some foods sold in New Zealand, new research shows.
NZDF admits 'alternate possibilities' in 2012 Afghan firefight
The Defence Force stands by the findings of its official investigation but accepts friendly fire may have played a bigger role in a deadly firefight in Afghanistan in 2012.
Call for independent watchdog needed to protect children in care
Two complaints of sexual assault of young girls living at the same state-run home shows the urgent need for an independent watchdog to protect the interests of children in care, the Children's…
Solo mum: 'I live on literally $10 a week for my own food'
Choosing between paying the rent and putting food on the table is life for many sole parents reliant on a benefit.
Nobel laureates criticise Greenpeace's GM stance
Scientists feel 'stymied' by irrational prejudice against GM, a New Zealand scientist says.
Abused may get new self-defence law
A new law recommended by the Law Commission would recognise family violence victims who kill are usually reacting to years of mounting abuse.
Not enough support for deported crims, doctor says
Agencies and scrambling to cope with Kiwi criminals deported from Australia due to a lack of government support, a Christchurch doctor says.
Payroll problems: No changes for Holidays Act, govt says
The government is not inclined to change the law to make it easier to comply with the Holidays Act, despite widespread payroll problems. Audio
NZ joins Australia, US for Talisman Sabre
For the first time, New Zealand has been invited to take part in Australia's biggest mock war exercise with the United States - Talisman Sabre.
Dispute over 'living wage' proposal
A regional business group is considered legal action to stop the Wellington City Council extending its 'living wage' policy to council-controlled organisations.
Workforce claims 'misleading' - doctors' union
Government figures showing record numbers of doctors and nurses employed in the public health system do not tell the full story, the senior doctors' union says.