Cherie Mc Quilkin

The former chief executive of the Immigration Service Mary Anne Thompson has pleaded guilty to using a document with intent to defraud. Audio

A lawyer specialising in animal law says increasing the maximum penalties for willful cruelty won't be enough to tackle the problem - when the whole system is a"mess run by amateurs". Audio

Cherie McQuilkin has been gauging reaction to the report. Audio

A survey of New Zealand drivers suggests we have a lot to learn when it comes to parking etiquette. Audio

New Zealanders number eight wire mentality and a do-it-yourself attitude, may actually be holding the country back. Audio

A new survey shows fraud is thriving in the recession, and trusted employees are the most likely offenders. Audio

The Energy and Resources Minister has announced that New Zealand is open for business on petroleum exploration. Audio

University academics say a pamphlet sent to staff by the Security Intelligence Service is bizarre and over the top. Audio

The Law Commission's being criticised over a new report which says courts are granting name suppression too freely. Audio

A house price mini"boom"is underway. Audio

Prominent New Zealand author Witi Ihimaera says he is deeply sorry for inadvertently using other authors' material without acknowledgment in his new novel. Audio

The unemployment rate has hit a nine year high at 6.5 per cent - with some economists predicting it could rise as high as 7.5 per cent. Audio

Groups supporting people on invalids' benefits say they are worried the government will push them into work they can't handle. Audio

There is concern a new police unit dedicated to seizing the profits of criminal gangs won't be able to make a dent where it's needed most, on the methamphetamine trade. Audio

The Court of Appeal has ordered an inquiry following allegations a man was found guilty of rape after a juror couldn't face the stress of further deliberations. Audio

It would take at least five years and two referendums to make any change to the current electoral system, under a Government proposal revealed yesterday. Audio

New figures show people are heading back to the kitchen for a taste of home baking. Audio

Local councils are accusing the government of plundering tens of millions of dollars from the provinces to pay for Auckland roads. Audio

The Independent Police Conduct Authority has questioned whether police car chases are always worth the risk they pose to the public. Audio

The Parole Board has released a decision today, refusing to let the former leader of the Christian Heritage Party, Graham Capill out of prison. Audio