2 FEBRUARY 2009 - The government's proposed Waterview motorway in Auckland will be a waste of money, regardless of how much it costs, says the car buyers' Dog & Lemon Guide.

2 February 2009 - Family value retailer, Postie+, is right behind parents having the right to choose where they buy their kids' school uniforms and will continue to compete for sales on the basis of best value for money rather than exclusive supply contracts.

2 February 2009 - With the investigation into last Thursday's Duke St shooting entering its fifth day Hamilton Police confirm they have made three arrests as their inquiries continue.

2 February 2009 - After a sweep of nominations at the Golden Globes, BAFTA's and Oscars, Warner Bros. Pictures has re-released THE DARK KNIGHT on the IMAX® mega screen. The action blockbuster will screen for a very limited season commencing January 22 2009.

Wellington, Feb 1 NZPA - A woman has admitted conning a 72-year-old man out of more than $94,000 after being invited to his home to provide sexual services.

Wellington, Feb 1 NZPA - The ex-cop father of the man at the centre of the fatal Auckland motorway shoot-out says he wishes his son had been killed by police rather than an innocent bystander.

Wellington, Feb 1 NZPA - Killer Antonie Dixon has been segregated from fellow prisoners after pulling a "makeshift" weapon on his defence lawyer.

31 January 2009 - Some of New Zealand's biggest names have joined the drive to improve the water skills of kiwi kids, helping to launch a new water safety initiative.

Wellington, Jan 31 NZPA - The man at the centre of the Auckland motorway fatal shooting that left an innocent man dead is facing more charges.

Police confirmed yesterday that Stephen Hohepa McDonald, 50 faced further charges in addition to the 29 already laid against him.

Tauranga, Jan 30 NZPA - Couples who fight, especially when children are around, got a short, sharp lecture in Tauranga District Court today.