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Opinion: New proposals aim to streamline driver licence process

It may seem simpler but stricter penalties will be in place.

Kevin Page: Surviving the chaos of kids' parties

OPINION: The two parties were an interesting study in what's the done thing these days.

Opinion: Observing drama between two girls on the street

'How quick we are to take such things in, to read physical cues.'

Hūhana Lyndon: Fast-track Act shuts out community voice

Let’s make a noise that can’t be ignored.

Opinion: The cold snap revives winter traditions in our home

Mrs P likes to chase me with her cold hands late at night.

Opinion: Northland a region ready for growth

Vince Cocurullo: There’s a lot of compassion and action up here.

Opinion: Little Boo's big spirit beats Vatican dreams

As with all small dogs, Little Boo doesn’t know he is small.

Opinion: Finding the balance for our kids playing sport

OPINION: The other elephant in the room is sideline behaviour.

John Williamson: Books preserving wartime letters capture poignant family stories

They are an important enduring memorial of personal family experiences of war.

John Williamson: The evolving meaning of 'smart casual', what is it exactly?

Turns out that it is almost anything you want it to be.

Kevin Page: Hospital gowns, undies and a thwarted car thief

OPINION: I scared off a car thief while standing on crutches in my new undies.

Vince Cocurullo: Have your say on key Whangārei initiatives

OPINION: Consultations close May 2; details on the council's Have Your Say page.

Jonny Wilkinson: The systemic barriers failing disabled New Zealanders

OPINION: NZ's disabled face healthcare crisis amid staff shortages.

Joe Bennett: Navigating the challenges of getting older

OPINION: 'Don't be 80,' my mother advised; she was 80 herself at the time.

Comment: When anaesthesia leads to unexpected hilarity

Kevin Page shares some tall tales ahead of his hip replacement surgery.

Editorial: New NZME campaign aims for a better today and better tomorrow

OPINION: We hope that On The Up’s stories will challenge, motivate and uplift.

Opinion: Modern cars and petrol stations test our patience

I explained to the woman at the till that I couldn’t open the flap on my car.

Opinion: Bright stars shining on our transport future

 'The Ocean Flyer presentation was fascinating.'