As New Zealand gets set to rollout roadside drug testing, an Australian expert says it's a scattergun approach.

Pharmacists around the country are opposed to plans to deregulate ownership saying it could spell the beginning of end of community chemists.

Comedians Te Radar and Michele A'Court bring some of the funnier stories of the last week.

Sports commentator Sam Ackerman

A land occupation at Lake Whakamaru Reserve has begun in response to a proposed 66-lot subdivision on neighbouring land, a powerboat involved in Saturday's Lake Taupo racing event sank at Three Mile Bay, but has now been located about 30 metres down, Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge begins, and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing reopens.

Jack McConnell of Unity Books Auckland reviews Beasts of The Sea by Iida Turpeinen, published by Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand.

When Sharonne Zaks realised how many triggers a sexual violence victim was confronted with when they visited the dentist, she knew there had to be a better way to provide care.

Eight new MPs have been elected to Tonga's parliament in the general election amid a continuing decline in voter turnout.

An Auckland company is diverting plastic wrap from landfill and helping builders and other companies recycle products.

A new pet bond scheme starts soon - will it make it easier for renters to have a pet? Who pays for the damage? And can landlords say no?