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Argentineans in New Zealand and around the globe are in celebration mode after their team's victory over France in a dramatic World Cup final. The win not only secured the South American nation their… Read more Audio

Police have a warning for those sending presents by mail this year: don't let the grinch steal your Christmas. Mail theft tended to surge around the holiday season, but police had some tips to help… Read more Audio

A Central Otago community is in clean up mode after a tornado tore through on Saturday night, causing extensive damage to some properties. The tornado ripped through rural Alexandra and Springvale… Read more Audio

Football fans who flocked to bars around the country this morning were served up an emotional rollercoaster. Argentina edged out France in a gripping World Cup final dubbed the greatest decider ever… Read more Audio

As Aotearoa's emergency departments fight to keep up with demand, an expert is warning that an increase in tourism could add to the strain this summer. There had already been almost 360 deaths on our… Read more Audio

A New Zealander living and working in Peru says protests in the country are out of control and everyone is scared. Over the weekend, the train that carried visitors to Machu Picchu suspended the… Read more Audio

"The community have had enough. The victims have had enough. And we have had enough." The words of a frustrated Waikato District Commander after it was believed shots were fired at officers attending… Read more Audio

News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio