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Joining us is Maori Television Service's Chief Executive, Jim Mather. Audio

Cabinet has signed off on a deal that will see Maori Television as the lead broadcaster for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Audio

Australia's former Prime Minister John Howard is backing a trial of new technology designed to help the hearing impaired use a standard telephone. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

Almost a year on from the general election, Maori Party members meet in Auckland for the party's annual conference this weekend, where its relationship with the governing National Party will be just… Read more Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The United Nations Human Rights Council is supporting calls for Israel and Hamas to face a fresh investigation over alleged war crimes committed during the conflict in Gaza. Audio

Nearly 7 million people dropped and took cover in California today as part of the largest earthquake drill in US history. Audio

Arrangements are being finalised for the repatriation of about 400 Port Moresby-based West Papuan refugees to Indonesia next month. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

New Zealand's watchdog protecting personal information says a proposed law widening police powers of search and surveillance needs more safeguards. Audio

In the past 11 days there have been 5 major attacks across Pakistan. Audio