Matcha, the vividly green tea drink, is now so popular worldwide that shortages are forcing farmers and importers alike to scramble for solutions.

Peter Dunne was the leader of United Future and is a former MP and Minister who has worked within both National and Labour governments. Andrew Ketels is a government relations consultant and was previously the chief of staff for the ACT Party.

Simon takes his best guess on when City Rail Link might finally open, how likely is a second harbour crossing? What's going on with Heart of the City? And submissions close soon on the controversial move-on orders, Simon discusses what they might mean for Aucklanders.

Sally Wenley reviews Dissection of a Murder by Jo Murray, published by Macmillan.

The project began after a wartime suitcase, filled with photographs, postcards and memorabilia, was found.

Europe's deadly heatwave moves east, Putin admits "difficult period" in Ukraine conflict,  and embattled Serbian president says he'll resign "within weeks".

As part of the effort to regenarate the marine environment around Auckland's waterfront, a project is underway to grow baby kelp.

The problem gambling foundation wants  a law change banning TV advertising of sports betting, following what it says is a surge in ads during the Football World Cup.

The daughter of a woman injured in a Ryman retirement village is speaking out after her mother's arm was broken and shoulder dislocated after being pulled over by a care worker.

The Football World Cup, Black Caps in England, the Warriors and the likelihood of an NRL franchise in Christchurch.