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An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

More mine inspectors have been appointed in what the Pike River families say is a step towards avoiding a repeat of the mining disaster. Audio

The Telecommunications Users Association says the cost of mobile calls to those on rival networks should continue to fall, due to greater scrutiny from the regulator and stronger competition. Audio

Is climate change going to be mean emptier hydro lakes and more expensive electricity? Audio

Penny Crawford is a New Zealander who has lived in South Korea for nearly 8 years. Audio

In the United States, the Obama administration says it's deeply worried about the welfare of the North Korean people following the unexpected death of Kim Jong Il. Audio

People in Christchurch's white zone want the Government to identify which properties can't be rebuilt on so homeowners can move on with their lives. Audio

Christmas Day appears to be dangerous for many New Zealanders with people falling foul of things from pogo sticks through to the traditional festive ham. Audio

To Papua New Guinea now where the country's political stalemate appears to be over after the governor-general switched allegiances and recognised Peter O'Neill as prime minister. Audio

The Department of Corrections has carried out a review and rewrite of its Maori Therapeutic Programme - which has been running for six years; Northland's Ngapuhi people are making progress in talks on… Read more Audio

The Law Society is warning there'll be more car boot lawyers not fewer as a result of the new fixed fees announced today for criminal legal aid. Audio

The Green and Mana parties are calling for the wording of the oath used when MPs are sworn in, to be changed. Audio