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It's only 36 centimetres tall, contains more than five kilograms of gold and is arguably the most sought after sporting trophy in the world. Audio

A bill to overhaul the United States banking system has been blocked by Republicans. Audio

Kevin Rudd's government is being accused of climate change collapse over its decision to shelve the emissions trading scheme for at least three years. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

The former leader of Panama, Manuel Noriega, is being extradited to France, where he's been convicted in absentia of money laundering. Audio

The Commerce Commission is reconsidering plans to let phone companies govern themselves - after a request from the Government. Audio

The Government has been quick to dismiss a recommendation from the Law Commission to increase the price of liquor as a way of reducing alcohol abuse. Audio

Southland farmers are counting the cost and beginning the clean up after the worst flood in more than decade. Audio

An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio

Parliament has paid tribute to the three airmen who died in the Iroquois helicopter crash at Pukerua Bay on Anzac Day morning. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

A nationwide chain of indoor gardening shops has been shut down after a massive two-year undercover operation that police say has broken the cornerstone of the commerical cannabis industry. Audio