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8:21 AM.Nelson's mayor Nick Smith in extending an invitation to the incoming US ambassador to visit Nelson and learn who really first split the atom. Smith spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

8:15 AM.Retailers are hoping the new Economic Growth portfolio and its Minister, Nicola Willis - who we heard from earlier in the programme - will mean good news for the struggling sector. Reporter Lucy Xia… Read more Audio

8:10 AM.The National Party caucus retreat kicks off on Wednesday, fresh off the heels of the Prime Minister's cabinet reshuffle on Sunday. RNZ Political Editor Jo Moir spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio

7:57 AM.A kiwi which was part of a project that brought the native birds to Wellington's hills has drowned in a water trough. Project lead Paul Ward spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

7:49 AM.An Auckland woman, Destiny Otton-Rakuraku, remains in serious condition in hospital in Brisbane after being set on fire. ABC reporter Arianna Levy spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

7:43 AM.In one of his first acts as the 47th President, Donald Trump signed an executive order that he said was aimed at "restoring freedom of speech and ending federal censorship". New York Law School… Read more Audio

7:39 AM.After a chilly start to summer for many parts of the country, Wellingtonians are happy to be graced with some sunshine. Reporter Mary Argue has the story. Audio

7:25 AM.Inflation heading into more manageable territory is good news for the government, and Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Willis spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

7:17 AM.Inflation is likely to have ended 2024 close to the sweet spot of 2 percent as domestic price increases slowing down. Business Editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio

7:08 AM.Donald Trump supporters who attacked the U.S Capitol four years ago have started leaving prison after the president pardoned 1500 defendants hours after he took office. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke… Read more Audio

8:56 AM.Scientists are testing Fiordland's Black Corals against heatwaves in the lab, to see if they can survive the effects of climate change. Victoria University Marine Biologist Professor James Bell spoke… Read more Audio

8:52 AM.It started with an idea during a sailors' smoko break and it's grown into the nation's biggest multi-day sailing regatta. Reporter Peter de Graaf finds out what makes Bay of Islands Sailing Week… Read more Audio

8:49 AM.Auckland dog-walkers are split on a plan to limit the number of dogs they can walk at once. Felix Walton has more. Audio

8:37 AM.Mass deportations are expected to start imminently, now that Donald Trump has taken office. Correspondent Toni Waterman spoke to Paddy Gower from the US-Mexico border. Audio

8:32 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio

8:27 AM.Carlos Alcaraz is targeting his first hard-court win over Novak Djokovic when the rivals meet in the quarter-finals of the Australian Open on Tuesday. Tennis correspondent Dave Worsley spoke to Paddy… Read more Audio

8:20 AM.Democrats are bracing for the next four years of a Donald Trump presidency. Democratic political analyst Mary-Anne Marsh spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio

8:10 AM.Donald Trump is the first convicted felon to hold the office of President of the United States. POLITICO Senior Legal Affairs reporter Josh Gerstein spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

7:55 AM.Donald Trump stormed to victory in November, winning the popular vote against Vice President Kamala Harris and sweeping a number of key swing states. Texan Benny Lamborn, who voted for Trump, spoke to… Read more Audio

7:52 AM.Donald Trump has officially been sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. The ceremony was held in the Rotunda in the Capitol building after freezing temperatures forced the ceremony… Read more Audio

7:47 AM.Donald Trump has just been sworn in as president, and American voters seem to support his campaigning promises. Republican pollster Brent Buchanan spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio

7:41 AM.News of the departure of the Homegrown festival has Wellington musicians mourning the loss of a unique gig in their hometown. Bill Hickman has more. Audio

7:38 AM.Eleven whales stranded near Farewell Spit on the South Island, are at risk of death after hours in dry sand. DOC acting operations manager for Golden Bay Andrew Lamason spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio

7:34 AM.Palestinians in Gaza are returning to their homes as the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas enters its second day. Correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio

7:26 AM.Former members of the Gloriavale Christian Community are coming to terms with an apology for delivered to those who suffered "pain and suffering" at the commune. Gloriavale leaver John Ready spoke to… Read more Audio