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A political party representing Muslims has been launched in Australia, with its sights set on winning a Senate seat at the next election. Audio

A South Taranaki hapu says it's historical Treaty claims are about to be settled despite, the fact it hasn't negotiated anything with anyone. Audio

The Tongan goverment has paid tribute to its most famous sporting hero of Tongan heritage. Audio

Tributes are pouring in from around the world for Jonah Lomu, the All Black great, who died suddenly early today at his Auckland home, at the age of 40. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Christchurch City Council staff are again under fire, this time for failing to keep elected councillors in the loop over new planning rules. Audio

Māori leaders are calling for a national day to commemorate New Zealand's land wars. Audio

New Zealanders are in a group of core suspects Australian Federal Police are attempting to identify as part of their investigation into the Christmas Island detention centre riots. Audio

The Social Housing Minister says the findings by the Salvation Army about homelessness, and in particular the impact on children, are appalling. Audio

The partner of a Taranaki farmhand who police say was killed by his father, has told a court the couple didn't trust the accused with their young children. Audio

Out-of-control bushfires on Western Australia's south coast have killed four people. Audio

MPs from across the political spectrum have paid tribute to Jonah Lomu, in Parliament this after noon. Audio