Australia
Williamson is Black Caps last hope
Black Caps Kane Williamson might be the person who can make the difference between a comfortable Australian win in the second cricket test and an even battle.
A fast-track to Australian citizenship - but few know
Tens of thousands of New Zealanders could be eligible for a visa that's a faster and cheaper way of getting Australian citizenship than the initiative announced by John Key and Malcolm Turnbul last… Audio
Pre-1994 visit to Australia gives NZ migrants more options
Tens of thousands of New Zealanders could be eligible for a visa that's a faster and cheaper way of getting Australian citizenship than the initiative announced by John Key and Malcolm Turnbul last… Audio
Fiji's neighbours quick to offer help
Fiji's regional partner countries say they'll be guided by Suva over how best they can provide help in the wake of Cyclone Winston.
Black Caps struggling after three days of second Test
The New Zealand cricketers are struggling after three days of the second Test against Australia with Brendon McCullum batting for the last time for his country.
Australia wins second womens ODI
The New Zealand women's cricket team has been well beaten by 8 wickets by Australia in the second one-day international in Mt Maunganui.
Phil Kafcaloudes with news from Australia
Time to chat to our Melbourne correspondent Phil Kafcaloudes. Audio
Australia gives asylum seeker baby temporary stay
A deal has been reached in Australia to keep an asylum seeker baby in Queensland, at least temporarily.
Baby Asha's release from hospital a step toward deportation
The asylum seeker baby who has been kept at a Brisbane hospital looks likely to return to Nauru after Australia's immigration minister said she will be moved to community detention soon. Audio
Australia relents over baby deportation
The Australian government has announced that a baby in a Brisbane hospital won't be sent back to an asylum seekers' detention camp on the Pacific island of Nauru.
Siddle out of Hagley Oval Test
Back pain has ruled Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle out of the second cricket Test in Christchurch.
Turnbull announces new citizenship pathway for NZers
For some New Zealanders, it will now be easier to get Australian citizenship. Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull made the announcement after a two-hour meeting in Sydney with Prime Minister… Video, Audio
New NZ-Aus citizenship deal
Up to 100,000 New Zealanders could get Australia citizenship. We talk to journalist Tracey Watkins who's with John Key in Sydney. Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
A chat on Australian event with our Canberra correspondent. Audio
John Key in Sydney to meet Australian PM
The Prime Minister is in Sydney today for talks with his Australian counterpart, Malcolm Turnbull and the fate of 267 aslyum seekers, including 37 babies, is likely to be on the agenda. Audio
Terror accused to stand trial in Sydney
Two men accused of plotting a terror attack in Sydney have waived their right to a pre-trial committal hearing.
Cyclists oppose NSW photo ID law
Thousands of people have called on the New South Wales government to reconsider new laws forcing cyclists to carry identification.
FFA announces procedures for banned fans
Australia's football federation has announced a new set of procedures to cover cases where fans are banned for bad behaviour, including an appeals process.
Defeat at first stumps for Black Caps
Sports Call - Australia and the Black Caps played for three-and-a-half days but the result was effectively decided on day one, writes Stephen Hewson.
