21 Apr: China's top diplomat Wang Yi takes a swipe at the geo-political jostling for influence in the Pacific, saying Pacific Island countries aren't "the backyard of any major country".... more
20 Apr: Six couples are suing the Japanese government for the right to use different surnames. With the support of big business, there is now growing pressure to allow more options.... more
20 Apr: Property investors in New Zealand have had several years with a reduced ability to claim their interest payments as a tax deduction, but the new Coalition government has brought it back.... more
