New Zealand Brain Drain Stalled
The tide of Kiwis heading to Australia has slowed. Perhaps because they've realised things are better over there.
Alan Freeman Does The BRW Rich List Countdown
The BRW rich list has just been released. What better way to present the countdown that in the style of legendary British DJ (of Aussie origin) Alan 'Fluff' Freeman.
How We Subsidise The Fossil Fuel Industry
The renewable energy industry has a fight on its hand, competing against a heavily subsidised fossil fuels industry. The Australia Institute's Rod Campbell describes the extent of the problem.
Trigger Happy Police Kill Cow
Police in the North of England seem to have over-reacted to news of an escape cow this week, with gun toting officers shooting the animal in cold blood.
Bank Of England Ready For A Europe Withdrawal
Britain is yet to vote about withdrawing from the EU, but the Bank of England leaked documents showing that they were preparing for the Euro-exit. Is it inevitable?
Eurovision Won by Bearded Man
Eurovision was a bit dull this year. A Swede with a beard won first prize. But John Dobbie suggests it could be used as a bargaining chip to keep Britain in the EU.
The US to ban trans fats
In the US the Obama administration is planning to ban all trans fat, after numerous studies have concluded it is linked to cardiovascular disease.
The End For Letterman And Mad Men
Don Draper has gone to teach the world to drink coke whilst Letterman is wandering off into the sunset. Richard Kazimer looks at the end of two TV greats.
Things are changing, except in Australia
Barnaby Joyce Licence To Kill
Australia was at the mercy of international terriers. Namely Boo and Pistol. It took Barnaby Joyce to see them off, on pain of death.