We say: Assisting those who avoid help requires a special set of skills and experience.

EDITORIAL: Jail is no place for people such as Anita Cumming, so why send them there?

We say: Questions remain after expense spending brings down ANZ's $3m man.

We say: Agencies responsible for our security are as obliged as anyone to obey the law.

EDITORIAL: The possibility of a snowballing crisis was obvious when reports first emerged.

We say: Changing cannabis laws seem less likely to change habits than many assume.

We say: New tech can make sport more exact and enjoyable to watch but care is needed.

We say: Education has moved on in giant leaps but one important thing is unchanged.

We say: Costco's plans at Westgate are clearly just the start of New Zealand ambitions.

We say: US President's Europe visit went more smoothly than previous such trips.

We say: Instagram and Twitter signal a switch away from emphasis on followers and likes.

EDITORIAL: If speed reductions are anathema to us, we must be honest re the alternatives.

We say: Limiting the amount of sport kids play could be doing us all a favour.

We say: Somewhere out there, someone knows who killed Jane Furlong. Time for them to talk.

We say: The black tunnel British politics is in clearly has a lot further to run.

We say: Reality TV may be compelling, but what does it say about us as viewers?

We say: Any chance to steal thunder is too tempting for Opposition parties at Budget time.

EDITORIAL: National is peppering the Government over spending.

We say: Interventions needed at 14.5 per cent of our schools, is that a pass mark?

EDITORIAL: Global tourism has exploded that some areas are trying to curb over-tourism.

We say: Why should defibrillators be more likely to be accessible in richer, urban areas?

We say: Athletes are obligated to the values of their respective sporting organisations.

We say: Funding injection for ambulance services is welcome but long-term solution needed.

Editorial: The wider findings of the Francis Review should not be overlooked.

EDITORIAL: Hopes a new commission will be first step in transformational change.

We say: Any slowdown in our economy should be seen for the opportunities it provides.

EDITORIAL: Australia's election result has delivered more of the same.

EDITORIAL: The ultimate responsibility for teaching values lies with parents & caregivers.