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Celebrations continue after Crusaders win
4:48 PM.The celebrations are continuing in red and black country following the Crusaders Super Rugby triumph at the weekend. Crowds are gathering in central Christchurch this afternoon to catch a glimpse of… Read more Audio
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Cleaners doubling as security guards at two Waikato Hospitals
4:44 PM.Cleaners doubling as security guards at two rural Waikato Hospitals have left staff worried about their own safety and that of patients. These are among findings in a report obtained by Checkpoint… Read more Audio
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Interislander ferry Aratere to retire in August
4:36 PM.Tourism operators aren't sure whether they'll welcome smooth sailing or face choppy waters once the Interislander service loses one of its ferries. The Aratere retires in August, reducing the Cook… Read more Audio
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First All Black side for 2025 named
4:29 PM.The 33-man squad was announced today at the Coastal Rugby Club in South Taranaki - home of returning Captain Scott Barrett. There were a number of other returns and some suprises in coach Scott… Read more Audio
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Calls for drink spiking test kits in Lyttleton
4:23 PM.A banks pensinsula business group wants to make drink spiking test kits available at local pubs and clubs after serious concerns about womens safety were raised in an online chat group. A Lyttleton… Read more Audio
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KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals applications doubled
4:14 PM.One of the organisations vetting KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals has said applications to dip into the retirement fund have more than doubled in the past two years. This comes as some fund managers… Read more Audio
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Tensions after US strikes on Iran nuclear sites
4:10 PM.Tensions flare across the Middle East with the prospect of full-scale war between Iran, Israel and the United States looming. Iran has warned the US to brace for retalliation following its strikes on… Read more Audio
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Doubts over viability of social media ban for under 16s
5:44 PM.Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about how there is fresh doubts about the viability of a planned ban on social media for those aged under 16 and the 50th anniversary of the… Read more Audio
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Evening business for Thursday 20 June 2025
5:34 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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Run It Straight organisers criticised by coroner
5:29 PM.Run It organisers have come under criticism from a coroner who said it should not be considered a sport. Bruce Hesketh has slated the competition as a perilous activity that makes no attempt to… Read more Audio
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Auckland dog lovers plan legal action over off-leash dog ban
5:22 PM.A group of Auckland dog lovers are planning legal action over a decision to ban off leash pooches at a popular suburban park. Auckland Council is currently reviewing dog rules at dozens of local and… Read more Audio
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Funding to Cook Islands on pause after partnership agreement
5:17 PM.Nearly 20 million dollars in development assistance to the Cook Islands is on pause as New Zealand reacts to its Pacific neighbour's ever-closer ties with China. Wellington claims it was not consulted… Read more Audio
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Principals fight ‘unethical’ boys school-only rugby competition
5:08 PM.A dispute over school boy rugby is kicking off; with claims a proposed new competition is discriminatory and could lead to an arms race where colleges aggressively recruit top players to the detriment… Read more Audio
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Govt cuts $20 million in funding to Cook Islands
4:49 PM.Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has been fielding questions about New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands as his government cuts nearly $20 million in funding to our Pacific neighbour… Read more Audio
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Major Cardrona expansion almost ready to open
4:43 PM.It has been 10 years and tens of millions of dollars in the making, now Cardrona Alpine Resort is set to show off a whole new side of the mountain. Skiers, snowboarders and the resort's staff are… Read more Audio
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Dargaville contends with long-running drought
4:36 PM.So far in 2025 Northland's been battered by record-breaking rain, a cyclone and even a tornado. But the region has also had to contend with a long-running drought, and nowhere was that more keenly… Read more Audio
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Paul Gallen to face Sonny Bill Williams in ring next month
4:29 PM.Paul Gallen certainly isn't holding back as he prepares to finally square off in the ring with Sonny Bill Williams next month in Sydney. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
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400,000 households getting accomodation supplement
4:24 PM.A growing number of people are turning to the Government for help just to keep the roof over their head. Data shows almost 400,000 households are receiving the accommodation supplement, which helps… Read more Audio
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Uncertainty if US will join Israel in attacking Iran
4:15 PM.Washington DC correspondent Zach Montellaro spoke to Lisa Owen about how President Trump is keeping the world guessing about whether or not the US will join Israel in attacking Iran, and how… Read more Audio
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Kaikoura residents drive to Blenheim to sit license tests
4:06 PM.People in Kaikoura wanting to to sit their licences are being driven out of town, having to go hundreds of kilometres away to get pratical test. A mobile testing unit comes to Kaikoura regularly but… Read more Audio
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Global genetic testing company fined millions for data breach
5:47 PM.United Kingdom correspondent Edward O'Driscoll spoke to Lisa Owen about global genetic testing company, 23andMe being fined millions by a UK watchdog over a massive data breach, as well a cyclist who… Read more Audio
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Auckland supermarket in ruins after huge fire
5:44 PM.A supermarket boss says the first look inside a popular shopping spot ravaged by fire in central Auckland was a confronting scene. 24 hours after a massive blaze broke out New World Victoria Park… Read more Audio
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Evening business for 18 June 2025
5:36 PM.News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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State of Origin coach in spotlight for controversial comments
5:31 PM.Things are heating up ahead of game two of State of Origin tonight. While Queensland need a win to keep the series alive, the spotlight has instead fallen on coach Billy Slater for controversial… Read more Audio
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Government gives itself new RMA powers to override councils
5:28 PM.The government has given itself new powers to override councils, if they their decisions will negatively impact economic growth, development or employment. Housing and RMA reform minister Chris Bishop… Read more Audio