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A third of the cleaning workforce at one of the country's biggest meat processing plants is being made redundant. Their union says the cleaners won't be able to clean it to a hygienic standard. Video, Audio

Nelson lawyer John Sandston is furious his 15 year-old client was held in a police cell for six nights because there was nowhere else to put him. Audio

Labour Party's General Secretary Andrew Kirton says he was contacted today by someone who says they were a victim of sexual assault at a party event in the last 10 years. He spoke with Political… Read more Audio

Vegans and vegetarians are teaming up to launch a vegan seal of approval because they're fed up having to check manufacture labels. Video, Audio

Joseph Parker is training in Las Vegas ahead of his fight with Anthony Joshua, who is overwhelmingly the favourite. But the New Zealand Samoan boxer tells John Campbell he's the underdog and he's got… Read more Video, Audio

Hamilton locals are divided over whether their council should be renamed Kirikiriroa City Council in recognition of its Māori heritage, but the decision will come down to councillors. John Boynton… Read more Video, Audio

Today's weather forecast with MetService meteorologist Angus Hines. Video, Audio

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

Despite insurance work from IAG making up a third of his revenue, Timaru panel beater Hamish Gardyne says he will no longer take work from the insurer because repair jobs often cost more than it is… Read more Video, Audio

The New York helicopter crash that killed everyone on board except the pilot may have been caused by a passenger's piece of luggage. The five victims were all aged between 26 and 34. Video, Audio

Emergency and social housing are full in Whanganui and people have resorted to sleeping in cars while landlords are being picky and ramping up rents. Video, Audio