Ruth Hill

Telecom faces major challenges in winning back public trust following a three-day network failure - its second in just over a month. Audio

It's been a bad week for New Zealand's major infrastructure providers, first with a major power cut and now Telecom's ongoing struggle to fix its compromised XT network. Audio

While those with money in the bank would profit from a rise, there could be tough times ahead for those already stretched by their mortgages. Audio

A survey by a major recruitment company shows one in four employers expects to employ more staff in the next three months. Audio

Some doctors say a proposal to allow patients in public hospitals to pay for extra treatments will pave the way for preferential treatment for the wealthy. Audio

A proposed land tax and other taxes on property owners could make houses more affordable for first-home buyers. Audio

The Prime Minister John Key has just confirmed that New Zealand SAS troops were at the scene of the deadly attack in Kabul in Afghanistan. Audio

A new ACC unit targeting high-cost clients has culled more than 700 long-term claimants in the past six months. Audio

The Health Ministry is set to review treatment for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder after moves by Australian authorities to move away from medication as the main treatment. Audio

To open a bank account or even get a library card, you have to produce identification and proof of address. But to register a company in New Zealand, all you need is access to the Internet. Audio

A New Zealand businessman implicated in international illegal arms trading is defending his role in setting up the company apparently involved in facilitating the deal. Audio

House values have experienced an unexpected turnaround, rising nearly 3 per cent overall nationwide last year. Audio

The Fire Service is warning hoarders their homes are at greater risk from fire, following an Australian study that found one in four fire fatalities was associated with hoarding. Audio

Hundreds of railway staff and contractors are working around the clock to have major upgrades of the rail networks in Auckland and Wellington largely completed before most commuters return to work -… Audio

Restaurant and bar patrons risk being hit with a second serving of surcharges today after the second public holiday fell on a weekend. Audio

The appointment to the Human Rights Review Tribunal of an outspoken critic of gay rights has sparked some controversy. Audio

Prison officers and crime experts say an employment court decision allowing more double-bunking in jails will lead to an increase in violence and deaths. Audio

Anti-violence campaigners are calling for urgent action after the deaths of four women at the hands of their partners in just the last two months. Audio

The Health Ministry is warning tobacco companies they could face prosecution if they continue offering retailers cash and other incentives to sell their products. Audio