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There's been a minor gold rush at the US Mint. It's run out of this year's stock of American Buffalo Gold Bullion Coins. The 24 karat, one-ounce coins are described as among the world's purest - and… Read more Audio

The fatal shooting of a Wairarapa teenager has prompted Wellington's Coroner to recommend a change to the firearms law. Audio

Official papers show the Interislander's main rival is worried about the government paying to lengthen the Interislander ferry Aratere. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

The Post Primary Teachers Association has told its members to prepare for a tough and lengthy dispute. At its annual meeting members were warned that industrial action over their collective agreement… Read more Audio

New Zealand's chef de mission at the Commonwealth Games says the Dehli is reving up for the start of competition. Audio

A risky operation is being carried out in the Far North to save a large humpback whale entangled in ropes. The Department of Conservation says the whale will die unless it is freed from the nylon… Read more Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

North Korean leader Kim Jong-il has appointed his youngest son as a four-star general, just ahead of the scheduled opening of the biggest ruling party meeting for 30 years. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

Wigram MP, Jim Anderton is accusing Christchurch mayor Bob Parker of avoiding local body election debates for political reasons. Audio

A last minute cheque, for more than a quarter of a million dollars, has saved the Wellington Phoenix football club from being taken to court. The Accident Compensation Corporation had launched legal… Read more Audio