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A campaign to get people knitting in support of premature babies has captured the hearts of knitters across the country. Courtney Bennett runs the virtual Premmie Knitting Club, making warm blankets and clothes for vulnerable pre-term babies. Bennett spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Five of seven charter schools that opened last year have exceeded their targets for attendance and achievement. Bombay Hills' Tipene St Stephen's School. Co-tumuaki principal Nathan Durie spoke to John Campbell.

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Healthline is receiving more calls for influenza-like sickness, and respiratory illnesses are starting to increase. Dr Mamaeroa David, Senior Maori Medical Advisor with the Immunisation Advisory Centre spoke to John Campbell.

A Northland housing advocate is warning the number of over-65s living in their cars in Whangarei is just the tip of the iceberg. Peter de Graaf reports.

The FIFA World Cup is officially underway, and Mexico and South Africa are on the field now in the first game in Mexico City. FSN reporter Toni Waterman spoke to John Campbell from the fan zone in Mexico.

Bottom trawling is under increased scrutiny as Parliament considers a major overhaul of fishing laws. The practice involves dragging nets just above or along the ocean floor - 70% of New Zealand's commercially caught fish are caught using the method, but critics say its too destructive and should be phased out. Minister for Oceans and Fisheries, Shane Jones spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.