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4:31 PM.New Zealanders blindsided by the government's announcement to scrap the First Home Grants scheme, say the news comes as a slap in the face. Lucy Xia reports. Audio

4:28 PM.The government says it is frustrated there has been no progress in bringing New Zealanders stuck in New Caledonia home today. Political Editor Jo Moir speaks to Susana Leiataua Audio

4:24 PM.The Black Ferns have dropped two of its biggest stars following their shock loss to Cananda. Ruby Tui and Ruahei Demant are out of the starting fifteen for this weekend's clash with Australia in… Read more Audio

4:15 PM.United States correspondent Todd Zwillich speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about the latest from Donald Trump's criminal trial and reports of a Christian nationalist flag hanging in front of the house of a… Read more Audio

4:06 PM.Teaching Council CEO Lesley Hoskin speaks to Susana Leiataua about primary school teacher failing basic science and maths. Audio

5:43 PM.South Africa correspondent Elna Schütz speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about Jacob Zuma's ineligibility to be a member of parliament, the latest on the country's climate change commitments and what shape… Read more Audio

5:36 PM.The government has committed 24-million dollars to the I am Hope initiative Gumboot Friday, which provides counselling to young people. Audio

5:32 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

5:27 PM.A tough decision, but the right one. That's how the coalition is characterising its call to scrap grants for first home buyers - with no more applications being accepted as of today. Deputy political… Read more Audio

5:24 PM.The weight is somewhat off the Warriors' shoulders, following their dramatic win over the reigning premiers, the Panthers at the weekend. However, still descimated from injury, their attention quickly… Read more Audio

5:17 PM.Solomon Airlines has stepped up to bridge the gap between New Zealand and Vanuatu. Felix Walton reports. Audio

5:14 PM.Visual journalist Sam Rilestone asked people if the stories of terror from turbulence have put them off air travel. Audio

5:07 PM.Singapore Airlines is "very sorry for the traumatic experience" when flight SQ321 hit sudden extreme turbulence at 37,000 feet 10 hours after leaving London Heathrow en route to Singapore. Audio

4:44 PM.The government is demolishing the first home buyers grants and shifting the money to build 1500 social houses instead. Audio

4:29 PM.Tourism operators think international visitors should pay to access our national parks to help cover costs. The Department of Conservation is facing major financial headwinds and says it can't afford… Read more Audio

4:25 PM.It's the highlight of many rugby players' careers in Aotearoa. The story of the day they play for the Ranfurly Shield is told for generations, but for the 2024 South Canterbury squad, the dream to… Read more Audio

4:21 PM.Former Justice Minister Kiri Allan has been convicted for refusing to accompany a police officer on the night of the car crash that ended her political career. Audio

4:15 PM.Asia correspondent Per Elinder Liljas speaks to Susana Lei'ataua about the Singapore Airlines flight that experienced severe turbulence and the death of a man accused of spying for Hong Kong foreign… Read more Audio

4:07 PM.From product placement - to the rising cost of basic food items - there's a raft of reasons why a trip to the supermarket can be a challenge for your mind and your wallet. Audio

5:49 PM.The inquest into the mosque attacks has heard of disturbing Islamophobic and racist attacks targeting Al Noor Mosque before the deadly shootings. Timothy Brown reports. Audio

5:43 PM.Australia correspondent Peter Ryan speaks to Lisa Owen about Telstra's plans to axe up to 2,800 jobs and the death of Australian music legend David Ifield. Audio

5:39 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio

5:35 PM.Weightlifter David Liti has had a long journey to his second Olympics. The 27-year-old will compete in the men's 102kg division in Paris as New Zealand's sole weightlifter at the Games. Liti is hoping… Read more Audio

5:33 PM.Visual journalist Angus Dreaver asked people if they buy travel insurance and what they think it should cover. Audio

5:27 PM.Insurance and Financial Services Ombudsman Karen Stevens speaks to Lisa Owen about lack of insurance cover for cases of civil unrest and riots, as seen in New Caledonia. Audio