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Black Caps coach says India had advantage playing in Dubai
India survived a late fightback from the Black Caps to take the Champions Trophy by four wickets. Audio
Seymour apologised after student burnt by lunch, principal says
The student at Ilminster Intermediate School was left with second degree burns to his legs, the principal says. Audio
Peters says sacking Goff was 'regrettable', expert says it's justified
The government may have acted quickly over worries on how Donald Trump might respond, a law professor says. Audio
New parakeet population helping to bring bird back from extinction
The critically endangered birds are being release on Pukenui/Anchor Island.
'More steam than smoke': Firefighters still at scene of metal recycling plant fire
The fire is now contained, and under control, but not yet out, Fire and Emergency says. Audio
$200m bill for Auckland to secure America's Cup hosting rights
Ratepayers, central government and private investors will need to stump up, an expert says.
Laywer says gang patch law infringes freedom of expression
"No 19-year-old should have a criminal conviction for wearing a cap in the street." Audio
Ukraine must be at the negotiating table - Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says it's not unreasonable for Ukraine to expect to be at the negotiating table, after its president's public spat with the US leadership. The meeting at...
Manu World Champs crowns winner in Auckland
The competition also saw a few famous faces have a go at popping a manu. Audio
'Life-changing' NZ Golf Open win for ex-gang member
Former Australian bikie Ryan Peake has won the New Zealand Golf Open. Audio
'Crucial' healthcare roles being cut, workers, Labour say
Health care cuts are wreaking havoc on front-line services, according to a union survey released today. Audio
Ukraine's ambassador to NZ confident security deal can still be reached
He told Morning Report that as a Ukrainian, he had his own emotions about the exchange - but as a diplomat, he had to look to what was next. Audio
New-look St James won't just be a theatre, owner says
The owner of Auckland's St James hopes to have the historic theatre opened for its 100th birthday. Audio
Greens back a four-year parliamentary term - but with caveats
And they're not the only party with conditions. Audio
'Absolutely flabbergasted': Man trespassed from supermarket after raising safety concern
Tony Hughes was visiting New World Havelock North when he noticed the fire exit was blocked by trollies. Audio
Retailers have 'grave concerns' over new citizen's arrest powers
The industry fears government plans to widen powers will see violence against staff who "don't go to work to do law enforcement". Audio
Labour leader Chris Hipkins says Prime Minister must prioritise visiting China
Labour leader Chris Hipkins says Foreign Minister Winston Peters must have a frank and open conversation with his Chinese counterpart about China's warships in the Tasman Sea. Audio
Hamilton grapples with people showering in town square fountain
And the showers are just the beginning of the area's struggles. Audio
What's behind the incoming power price rises?
Mercury is the most recent company to warn prices will increase. Audio
Clark calls on Peters to raise Cook Islands deal with China
The Foreign Minister needs to restate the relationship with the Cook Islands during talks with his Chinese counterpart, former prime minister Helen Clark says. Audio
Luxon says he would have fired Bayly had he not resigned
The Prime Minister says it is a "fair assumption" he would have sacked the commerce minister if he didn't quit. Audio
Chinese warships in Tasman Sea a 'wake-up call'
The defence minister says the presence of Chinese warships carrying out live-fire exercises in the Tasman Sea is "unusual", but nothing Kiwis need to be worried about. Audio
Overseas Investment changes will bring much needed boost - BusinessNZ
A business advocacy group says planned changes to the Overseas Investment Act will bring much-needed capital to the country. Audio
"Huge risk": Fears weed could spread to every waterway after Maadi cup
The weed is not in any South Island waterways or Rotorua lakes, but could be after Maadi cup. Audio
Hamilton coffee roaster listed among world's 100 best
Hamilton's Rocket Coffee Roasters has been ranked 62nd on the list. Audio
