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On today's episode hundreds of workers at Alliance Group's Smithfield meatworks in Timaru have lost their jobs under a proposal to close the processing plant. The 600 staff were called into a surprise… Audio

Wellington is getting a much needed boost this weekend with a sold out All Blacks test and the opening weekend of the World of Wearable Arts. The capital city's hospitality and retail sectors have… Audio

Tokyo based journalist Elizabeth Beattie with news from Asia. Audio

The All Blacks play their last home test of the year this weekend and after a less than convincing start to new coach Scott Robertson's reign, fans will be hoping the hosts produce a commanding win… Audio

Rugby's comes to a head before this weekend's All Black test in Wellington - Callum Dimond is the captain of the Pakurana Panthers, he talked with Nathan Rarere. Audio

The Black Caps are fighting for World test Championship survival against Sri Lanka in the second test in Galle. New Zealand lost the toss and have been asked to bowl first, as they look to bounce back… Audio

On today's episode, parents could face prosecution if their child misses school 15 days in a year as part of the coalition's truancy crackdown, iwi affiliation data released today on the Maori… Audio

Scott Robertson has named his team for the second Bledisloe Cup test, with three changes to the backline. Rugby reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Black Caps coach Gary Stead says a big first innings total will be key to beating Sri Lanka in the second test, which starts in Galle later today. Audio

Coach Gary Stead hopes strike bowler Will O'Rourke can be incisive again in the second test against Sri Lanka starting in Galle this afternoon. Audio

Coach Gary Stead has confirmed that captain Tim Southee will lead the Black Caps in the second test against Sri Lanka, which starts in Galle this afternoon. Audio

Where there's cigarette smoke there's controversy, and Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has courted plenty of it. Audio

The Black Caps are looking to move forward against Sri lanka following their stall in Galle. New Zealand went down by 63 runs in the first test, but get a shot at redemption at the same ground… Audio

One person is confirmed dead and a rescue operation is still underway after an avalanche in the Southern Alps. The incident in the Arrowsmith Range was reported just before 12:30. The Rescue… Audio

The Wallabies are refusing to buy into talk of any All Black decline ahead of this weekend's second Bledisloe Cup test in Wellington. Audio

RNZ's resident rugby expert Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen about Sam Cane set to play his 100th test this weekend in Wellington and whether the All Blacks will break their streak in the capital this… Audio

Outside back Will Jordan says the All Blacks are working hard on their propensity to fade late in test matches - pointing out it was a strength earlier this season. Audio

On today's episode, the government says getting people to work from the office is better for productivity, while also acknowledging it will be a much needed boost for central city shops, cafes and… Audio

The Free Speech Union has joined community organisations, legal experts, and official advice in opposing the legislation to ban gang patches. FSU Spokesperson Nick Hanne spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

On today's First Up pod: Footage emerges of the hand-over of New Zealand pilot Philip Mehrtens after he was held hostage for more than a year in West Papua; the Black Caps crumble early on day 5 in… Audio

The Black Caps crumbled on the final day of the first test against Sri Lanka - Nathan Rarere talked with bowler Ajaz Patel who claimed his second five-wicket haul Audio

As Maori Language Week draws to a close Mapuna hosts Anton Matthews at RNZ National's studios in Otautahi-Christchurch. He's the Director of Hustle group, a whanau owned business which operates a… Audio

As Maori Language Week draws to a close Mapuna hosts Anton Matthews at RNZ National's studios in Otautahi- Christchurch. He's the Director of Hustle group, a whanau owned business which operates a… Audio