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Trump lays out vision for US in State of Union address
US President Donald Trump has delivered his first State of the Union address - heralding a "New American Moment' for the United States. Video, Audio
Large fire at Invercargill forest company yard
The Invercargill-Bluff Highway is closed to traffic as firefighters battle a large fire in a forest company yard. Sally Chesterfield from the Fire Service speaks to John Campbell. Audio
National MPs dismiss rumours of leadership rumblings
The party is grappling with the best way to recover from its election loss, and much of the discussion is around the way the leadership team handled the failed coalition negotiations. Video, Audio
How to get to sleep when its too darn hot
Dr Karyn O'Keefe from the Sleep Wake Research Centre at Massey University with tips ....and what's the ideal temperature to nodd off. Video, Audio
Dog breeder biting back at TradeMe animal ban
The sale of some dog breeds - pugs, and British and French bulldogs - will no longer be allowed on the auction website from March, and some dog breeders aren't happy. Audio
Student leaders gather ahead of Polyfest
Nearly 100 student leaders gathered in South Auckland today to set the tone, after fights outside the event last year overshadowed the successes onstage, and dominated media coverage. Video, Audio
Heat causes national fan shortage
Most of the big online retailers have sold out online and inside stores, supplies are sparse. Audio
School scraps fees and donations to relieve pressure
The principal of a Taranaki school which has become the latest to scrap voluntary fees and donations says he hopes it will relieve pressure on struggling families. Video, Audio
Who will replace Neil Diamond at Mission Estate concert?
Neil Diamond announced he will retire after a recent diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, so won't be able to perform at the Hawke's Bay winery. So who will replace him? Video, Audio
South Island councils look at chlorinating water supply
Several councils are looking at the possibility to ensure their water remains safe to drink. Audio
Govt needs National's support to sign TPP
The deal is likely to be signed in March, which has been warmly welcomed by businesses, exporters in particular, but with the Greens refusing to vote, the Government needs National's support. Audio
Novopay chases teachers over historic over-payments
Novopay has referred a teacher to a debt collection agency because she owes money from four years ago when she was incorrectly paid sick leave. Video, Audio
Checkpoint weather: Wednesday 24 January
MetService meteorologist John Law with the latest weather forecast. Video, Audio
Evening business for Wednesday 24th Jan
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Crash destroyed hopes and dreams
A 19 year old who lost his leg in a fatal bus crash near Gisborne on Christmas Eve in 2016 has told the court how the crash destroyed his hopes and dreams. Audio
PM gifted baby’s name during Ratana visit
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern received a warm welcome at Ratana today, where she was gifted a name for her baby. Mihingarangi Forbes reports. Video, Audio
Hotter weather will change New Zealand forever
Soaring temperatures are going to change our natural forests, coasts, and the way we live. Dr Judy Lawrence from Victoria University talks to John Campbell. Video, Audio
Invercargill heading for hottest January on record
Parts of the country are due for their hottest January on record, NIWA scientist Chris Brandolino tells John Campbell. Beach-goers are welcoming the warmer weather but are conscious about the wider… Video, Audio
Virtual reality proving a hit on Wellington's Courtenay Place
Virtual reality is gaining traction in New Zealand's gaming community, but for those with a weak stomach it can be a disconcerting experience. Audio
Mystery pollution implicated in rare bird deaths
The fairy tern population usually hovers around just 40 birds, but this year they're down to just six. Heather Rogan from NZ Fairy Tern Trust talks to reporter Lois Williams. Audio
