News Poll

Is a light smack acceptable?

Is a light smack acceptable?

Vote now

Opinion

  • Adrian Hatwell

    September 6, 2010, 6:18 pm
    7.1 magnitude wake up call

    As the people of Christchurch shift their focus from survival to painful rebuilding we start to hear that familiar chorus: "Well done to the fine people of the emergency services, but why aren't the rest of you better prepared?"It's a...

  • Garth McVicar

    August 13, 2010, 5:02 pm
    When justice goes AWOL

    What happens when the so-called Justice System takes leave of its senses...when common sense flies out the window...when the lunatics start running the asylum?I am sure many people will remember George Baker, the low-life who murdered Liam Ashley, 17,...

  • Kevin Roberts

    August 27, 2010, 2:39 pm
    The Wooden Way

    When it comes to the topic of leadership, I often look to successful sports coaches for insights into how best to manage talented people. In fact, Vince Lombardi is one of my all-time favorites. As he once put it: "Running a football team is no...

  • Lisa Dudson

    September 9, 2010, 12:49 pm
    The Millionaire Next Door

    What is the difference between the way a millionaire spends their money and the how the average person does?It's an interesting question I often ask my clients or audiences I speak to.  The answer is simple; a millionaire spends one minute longer...

Yahoo!Xtra News Preferences

Close

Select your region to see news and weather for your area.