Rowan Quinn

The top Royal Honour goes to one of our most famous athletes, we'll talk to Sir Bob Charles, now a member of the Order of New Zealand. We'll hear about the search for a missing boat off the south… Audio

An investigation is underway in Afghanistan after a raid involving members of New Zealand's elite SAS that killed two Afghan guards - we'll hear from a witness to the attack. Five men have been… Audio

In the news today, the flooding in Tasman and Nelson. We have the latest on the clean-up. Almost a third of southern Queensland is declared a disaster zone after the worst flooding there in half a… Audio

Boxing day sales are down, we'll hear from retailers about their not-so merry Christmas. We talk to the Police Commissioner Howard Broad about the latest attacks on police officers and wind and rain… Audio

After shocks continue to rattle Christchurch - we'll speak to the deputy mayor and the police chief and Peter Ellis tries again for an official pardon. Audio

On the day that thousands of people are expected to commemorate the lives of the 29 Pike River miners, rescuers have finally been able to begin using the GAG machine. Audio

Our reporter Rowan Quinn is at the Omoto Racecourse where tomorrow's memorial service will be held. Audio

The Pike River coal mine continues to burn. It's almost definite the fire has now spread to the coal seam. Audio

It's just been revealed there's been a fifth explosion at the Pike River Mine. Audio

Organisers of the remembrance service for the Pike River miners are working against the clock to be ready for the 7000 people expected to attend. Audio

Two Fifa representatives lose their jobs over bribery allegations. Auckland loses a heritage building at record speed and are we surprised running the Auckland Supercity looks like costing more than… Audio

Labour says PM's hand forced on travel perk, Kiwifruit growers say no clear instructions to fight PSA, Bank complaints double following ING failures, Far North residents greet Ngati Kahu protest… Audio

Frustrated Wellington shop owners are banding together to demand compensation from the city council for thousands of dollars in lost earnings caused by months of roadworks. Audio

The United States has offered Israel a package of incentives - including stealth fighter jets - if it agrees to ban building settlements in the West Bank. Audio

The United Future leader, Peter Dunne, says health insurance, better transport and banning 1080 will be a major focus for his Party coming up to next year's election. Audio

Canterbury was hit by six more aftershocks yesterday, with two of them regarded as significant. Audio

Somali pirates have released a retired British couple after holding them hostage for more than a year. Audio

The New Zealand rugby league team has pulled off a dramatic 16-12 victory in their Four Nations final against Australia in Brisbane at the weekend. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The surburban post box has begun going the same way as the telegram and the milk bottle. Audio