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1:05 PM.We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take… Read more Audio

12:42 PM.We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why. Dr Stephens spoke to… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.News from the rural farming sector. Audio

12:27 PM.NZ Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink has resigned after a falling out with the organisation's board. Audio

12:26 PM.News from the business sector. Audio

12:15 PM.Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece. Hansen spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio

12:10 PM.The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore. Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner North Mike Inglis spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio

1:05 PM.Netball New Zealand CEO Jennie Wyllie has resigned at the end of a turbulent year, which included the controversial standing down of the Silver Ferns' coach; Firefighters say a law change may be… Read more Audio

12:35 PM.News from the rural farming sector. Audio

12:27 PM.News from the business sector. Audio

12:27 PM.Jennie Wylie has resigned from her position as CEO, Wylie has been with the organisation for 16 years and in the top post since 2016. Audio

12:16 PM.Netball New Zealand CEO Jennie Wyllie has resigned at the end of a turbulent year, which included the controversial standing down of the Silver Ferns' coach. Sports reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke… Read more Audio

12:10 PM.Firefighters say a law change may be needed to improve the way emergency services dispatch helicopters for rescues. Martin Campbell, Professional Firefighters Union vice president spoke to Lauren… Read more Audio

12:10 PM.The Ministry of Health has decided not to renew its contract for the online FluTracking surveillance tool. Its creator, Dr Craig Dalton from the School of Medicine and Public Health at the University… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.The Crown is returning more than 3,000 hectares of land to Maori in the top of the South Island - ending what's thought to be the country's longest running property dispute; Wellington's regional… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.The cherry-pit-spit nationals take place in Cromwell on December 28th. Organiser, Anthea Lawrence spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio

12:42 PM.The funerals of the victims of Sunday's terrorist attack have begun. RNZ reporter Charlotte Cook is in Sydney and spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio

12:35 PM.An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio

12:27 PM.An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio

12:20 PM.The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio

12:15 PM.Wellington's regional council is warning another bus driver shortage could be on the way if there's no change to immigration settings. Greater Wellington Regional Council public transport committee… Read more Audio

12:11 PM.The Crown is returning more than 3,000 hectares of land to Maori in the top of the South Island - ending what's thought to be the country's longest running property dispute. Kerensa Johnston from Te… Read more Audio

1:45 PM.27 people remain in Sydney hospitals following Sunday's mass shooting at Bondi beach; Consumer NZ says shoppers should now be paying less for card payment surcharges; The government is creating a new… Read more Audio

12:44 PM.Thieves have been ripping up Gisborne's botanical gardens, pinching everything from roses and freshly planted grasses to established cherry trees. The council's liveable spaces manager, Tyler Kirk… Read more Audio

12:42 PM.The government is creating a new super-ministry to take on the work of housing, transport, and environment policy. Senior Minister Chris Bishop spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio