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VANCOUVER — A surprise disclosure temporarily delayed proceedings at the B.C. Supreme Court trial of the former clerk of the legislature Thursday, while a key witness shed light on the controversial purchase of a wood splitter "for emergencies" that was stored at the clerk's home. 

Māori applicants succeed in seeking marine title and coastal rights in Hawkes Bay, but old legal requirements block one group winning a long fight over the Mōhaka River entrance

Selwyn Leeks' death leaves it largely to the Government to answer questions about accountability over what happened at Lake Alice. David Williams reports

VANCOUVER — Former clerk of the British Columbia legislature Craig James claimed expenses ranging from malt whisky to pieces of luggage on the public purse, a special prosecutor said Tuesday. 

REGINA — A former doctor accused of sexually assaulting five female patients has testified he was surprised and shocked by the complaints against him.

Ontario has launched a new Crown agency for skilled trades services.

VANCOUVER — A book on beekeeping, a wood splitter and a cushion decorated with the Union Jack and the words "God Save the Queen," are among the items that a special prosecutor alleges former B.C. legislature clerk Craig James improperly paid for with government dollars. 

Former justice secretary Kenny MacAskill has demanded an explanation for why Crown Office officials in Scotland agreed to pay the eye-watering taxpayer -funded sums.

Hobson and Porter delivered 4,265 sq m addition at Sculcoates Lane site

George's family were devastated to be told by Crown Office there would be no prosecution due to lack of evidence

Each of the three state governments should buy a 10% stake in the casino giant, potentially putting paid to the ruthless practices of the past.