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In Britain there appears to be a billionaire boom. Audio

A second flame lit from the first torch has arrived at the foot of Mount Everest for an attempt to take it to the summit. Audio

A sniffer dog has been working on Motuihe Island today to try and ensure the native bird sanctuary is rat free. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

Last week's Tongan election saw the only woman elected by the people lose her assembly seat. Audio

The"Faith"was travelling between Dusky and Breaksea Sounds when it sank yesterday - 500 litres of diesel was on board. Audio

Another battle has broken out on the high seas with a Greenpeace ship chasing tuna fishing trawlers in the Pacific Ocean. Audio

An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio

Wildfires in the American state of California have forced the evacuation of around five hundred homes. Audio

Rising food prices and shortages are starting to bite in Latin America. Audio

News from the business sector. Audio

The Eden Park Neighbours' Association is warning it will seek legal reviews of resource consents. Audio