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The Indian author Aravind Adiga has added his name to a long list of luminaries, by winning this year's Man Booker prize. Audio

The SPCA says the Wellington City Council's plan to shoot pigeons at night to reduce bird numbers is inhumane. Audio

News from the Waatea team. Audio

Ideas on how to mitigate and adapt to the effects of climate change in the Pacific are being presented this week in Samoa. Audio

One of New Plymouth's most beautiful house and gardens has had a makeover. Audio

In Afghanistan attacks on aid workers have risen to their highest level in six years. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The story of Rescue Diver Maurice Conti who rescued three people out at sea near Fiji. Audio

The long term unemployed and at risk youth will be most affected by funding cuts proposed by the Tertiary Education Commission. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

The Republican Presidential candidate John McCain has unveiled a new plan to tackle America's economic problems. Audio

Labour says National's plan for the Superannuation Fund to invest at least 40% of its funds in New Zealand is dangerous. Audio