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New Police Association boss talks body cameras
4:08 PM.There's a renewed push for police to wear body cameras and its coming from the front line. The Police union says officers support being wired for sound and vision on the job. Audio
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UK PM addresses parliament after Gaza peace summit
5:47 PM.United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about UK Prime Minister Keir starmer addressing parliament after returning home from the Gaza peace summit, as well as a discovery of… Read more Audio
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Resene workers protest for living wage
5:43 PM."A slap in the face". That's the response from a Resene worker over the latest pay offer from the paint company to its factory workers. Employees, unions and supporters gathered outside Resene's head… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 15 October 2025
5:36 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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All Whites disrupt Norway's nine-game winning streak
5:33 PM.It wasn't a win on the scoreboard for the All Whites but they did manage to ruin Norway's nine-game winning streak this morning. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
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Not enough aid getting in Gaza despite pause in hostilities
5:26 PM.Despite the pause in hostilities humanitarian agencies have said no where near enough aid is getting into the decimated Gaza strip. Israel is refusing to open the Rafah crossing between Egypt and… Read more Audio
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Awakino mother and kids lucky to be evacuated just in time
5:19 PM.An Awakino mother rescued from floodwaters surrounding her home says she feels incredibly lucky her family got out when they did. Jamie Ward had her three children and a cousin in her care as flood… Read more Audio
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People unknowingly purchasing products linked to modern slavery
5:07 PM.The average Kiwi household is unknowingly spending nearly $80 a week on products linked to extreme exploitation of workers, or 'modern slaves'. A World Vision report estimates in 2022 New Zealand… Read more Audio
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DOC launching programme for fresh rangers to learn on the job
4:48 PM.The Department of Conservation is launching a new cadet programme for rangers to get on the job experience. DOC says it wants to invest in its future workforce & protect New Zealand's unique eco… Read more Audio
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Rescue mission on for country's rarest kiwi species
4:43 PM.A rescue mission of the country's rarest kiwi species is being rewarded. The rowi population in South Westland dropped to an estimated 160 birds in the 1990s. But there's been a lot of mahi to bring… Read more Audio
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Silver Ferns selector resigns in protest of treatment of Taurua
4:33 PM.The fallout from the Silver Ferns coaching saga has deepened over the past 24 hours after selector Gail Parata revealed she's resigned in protest over Netball New Zealand's treatment of Dame Noeline… Read more Audio
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Over a dozen killed in Bangladesh factory fire
4:28 PM.Asia correspondent Adam Hancock spoke to Lisa Owen about a garment factory fire in Bangladesh that has killed more than a dozen people, as well as the US charging a Cambodian man at the centre of an… Read more Audio
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MPs weigh in on Parliament's 'slipping standards'
4:22 PM.MPs have been told to smarten up their act, amid supposed slipping standards in Parliament, from no-shows through to no shoes. Politicans from across the political spectrum weighed in with their… Read more Audio
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Calls for stricter rules on dress code in Parliament
4:08 PM.Speaker of the house Gerry Brownlee has signalled a crack down and wants to change the rules around attendance, dress standards and leave. He said he will make greater use of punishments to ensure… Read more Audio
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Rugby League takes over Auckland ahead of NZ vs Samoa
5:47 PM.Auckland has got Pacific Champs fever. Rugby League has taken over the city ahead of the New Zealand, Samoa double header this Sunday. Sports reporter Jonty Dine was at the fan day at Mount Albert… Read more Audio
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Australian waters down overhaul of superannuation system
5:46 PM.Australia correspondent, Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about the federal government watering down its planned overhaul of the country's superannuation system. It had promised the changes would make… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 14 October 2025
5:33 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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Wild weather cuts off central North Island towns
5:25 PM.Heavy rain has smashed parts of the central north island, causing flooding and closing highways. In the northern Ruaphehu region, the three townships of Ohura, Matiere and Tokorima were cut off… Read more Audio
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Woman suffering complications after overseas surgery
5:08 PM.A medical tourist who is suffering debilitating complications after her stomach surgery in Turkey went wrong is issuing a warning. Sherie had gastric sleeve or weight loss surgery to reduce the size… Read more Audio
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South Island's biggest supermarket opens its doors
4:55 PM.There were eager shoppers as far as the eye could see at the opening of the South Island's biggest supermarket on the outskirts of Christchurch today. The $40 million development in Rolleston will… Read more Audio
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Te Pāti Māori accuses MP of 'major overspending issues'
4:45 PM.Te Pāti Māori has accused one of its MPs of "major overspending issues" and her son of abusing Parliamentary security. The late-night email sent to party members and obtained by RNZ makes a string of… Read more Audio
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Global ticket seller Viagogo says it did not mislead customers
4:35 PM.Global ticket reseller Viagogo has told the Court of Appeal that it did not mislead consumers. Last year it lost its legal battle with the Commerce Commission after being found to have repeatedly… Read more Audio
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White Ferns in must-win situation at Crick World Cup mid-point
4:25 PM.The White Ferns are in a must-win situation at the halfway point of the Cricket World Cup. Tonight they play Sri Lanka in Colombo and need a second victory to keep their hopes of a semi-final place in… Read more Audio
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First event at Christchurch's new stadium to feed kids in need
4:19 PM.It's hoped a full house at Christchurch's new stadium will also mean full bellies, as ticket go on sale for its first event. The event is virtual and money from each ticket will buy a lunch for a… Read more Audio
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Victims identified in Tennesse fatal explosion
4:10 PM.United States correspondent, Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about the 16 victims of a fatal explosion in Tennesee who have now been identified, as well as President Donald Trump threatening China… Read more Audio