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Listed biotechnology company Pacific Edge wants to raise 21 million dollar to fund its expansion to the United States where it plans to open a laboratory by the end of next year. Audio

An Auckland pharmacist who struggled with a burglar who later died says your life flashes before your eyes and all you can think of is how to save yourself. Audio

The size of the rebellion over national standards in reading, writing and maths is clearer tonight with new figures suggesting one in five schools is defying the government. Audio

A 16-year career in the prison service has ended in disgrace for a former unit manager from Rimutaka Prison. Audio

A group of investors and market analysts have spent today checking out potential business opportunities in Christchurch's cordoned off red zone. Audio

Sir Graham Latimer's family says he's hugely relieved that the High Court has dismissed a civil suit against him by Te Uri O Hau; The Maori Party MP Te Ururoa Flavell, has apologised for suggesting a… Read more Audio

The fourth time capsule discovered in the ruins of the February earthquake has been opened in Christchurch. Audio

Maori Party MP Te Ururoa Flavell has apologised for causing hurt with his remarks about suicide, but says he's been told some iwi are already treating suicide burial rituals differently. Audio

A police employee, who stored high-powered rifles inside uniformed mannequins at his home, has been discharged without conviction. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Two Auckland business owners who've fought off intruders say it's terrifying and there's no time to think. Audio

New Zealand tennis number one Marina Erakovic has pulled off the biggest win of her career, beating the world's number four seed. Audio