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Journalists appointed to spy agency advisory group
The 11 member group will act as a 'sounding board' for the Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security Cheryl Gwyn, but the reporters won't be privy to classified information, or operational… Audio
Tourist driver who caused crash 'must be charged'
A man severely injured in a head-on car crash in Northland says he has met the tourists driving the car involved and forgiven them but still wants their passports confiscated and charges laid. Video, Audio
HNZ's actions 'petty and vindictive' - Phil Twyford
Housing Minister Phil Twyford says Housing New Zealand was "petty and vindictive" for taking a pensioner to the tenancy tribunal over a small table outside her front door. Video, Audio
EPA considering protecting NZ's largest freshwater springs
A special conservation order is being sought which, if granted, would give the Te Waikoropupu Springs in Golden Bay the highest protections possible, but some argue the order doesn't go far enough. Video, Audio
Car clamp ban unlikely, but fee cap probable
Consumer Affairs Minister Kris Faafoi says he's considering restricting the fees car clamping companies can charge, but says an outright ban may not be the solution. Audio
Minister wants third party to help solve hunger strike
Peter Glasson today began a hunger strike in front of Southern Response's Christchurch headquarters, after years of fighting with the government owned insurer to have his policy honoured. Video, Audio
Southern Response quake claimants close to settling
It is understood 26 Christchurch earthquake claimants who took class actiona against Southern Response are close to reaching an out of court settlement. Video, Audio
Evening business for Tuesday 17 April
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Ardern, Macron grilled over NZ's stance on Syria airstrikes
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has only gone as far as saying she "accepts" the reasoning behind the airstrikes launched by the United States, Britain and France in response to a suspected chemical… Video, Audio
Israel Folau 'courageous' to stand up against Rugby Australia
Former Wallabies Coach Alan Jones says it's time people "toughen up" and accept that Israel Folau is entitled to believe that gay people are destined to go to hell. Video, Audio
PM meets fellow "young guns" Macron & Trudeau in Paris
Free trade was top of the agenda when Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern met with the leaders of France and Canada. Political reporter Craig McCulloch reports from Paris. Video, Audio
30 people develop cancer after missing out on bowel screening
15,000 people missed out on a free bowel screening programme at Waitemata DHB, far more than the 2500 people previously identified. Thirty people developed cancer and at least one person has died. Video, Audio
Akld Council votes to close more of the Waitakere Ranges
Most of Auckland's Waitakere Ranges will be closed off to the public from next month, a move welcomed by many but some businesses say it will force them to close. Video, Audio
North Island to get snow overnight
Some parts of the North Island will get snow overnight, while Auckland "will get a kick in the bottom", as winds strengthen. MetService meteorologist Georgina Griffiths talks to John Campbell. Video, Audio
When a tornado comes to town
Tongariro Crossing Lodge owner Louis Van Wyk describes what it's like when a tornado hits. He spoke to Zac Fleming. Video, Audio
Tornado leaves farmer 'hanging on for dear life'
Taranaki farmer Jordy Mullens was milking when a tornado spiralled across his farm. Despite damaged homes, and broken power lines, Rahotu residents are counting themselves lucky. Video, Audio
Success and heartbreak for NZ at Commonwealth Games
Linda Villumsen won silver in the women's 25km road trial, while Hamish Bond won bronze despite only cycling for 18 months. Meanwhile, Laurel Hubbard has withdrawn from her competition due to injury… Video, Audio
Southland mourns as museum prepares to shut doors
The sudden closure has shocked Invercargill's residents and raised questions about the future of arts and culture in the region. Video, Audio
Hapu celebrate Govt buyout of water bottler Zodiac Holdings
After years of fighting for some control of the aquifer that feeds their springs, the Māori guardians of Poroti Springs are applauding the government buy-out of a water bottling company. Video, Audio
Let us grow our own cannabis - Otamatea Grey Power
Otamatea Grey Power representative Beverly Aldridge says it's "elderly abuse" to deny the elderly the ability to grow their own cannabis to treat ailments and relieve pain. She spoke to John Campbell.
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