The unemployment rate has fallen slightly, but more young people are struggling to find work. Co-founder of youth development organisation Kickback, Aaron Hendry spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Central Districts batting-allrounder Dean Foxcroft is hoping to transfer his white ball form into the test arena after getting his maiden test callup to the Black Caps squad for matches against Ireland and England.

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Some New Zealand-Iranians say sustained military pressure is the only way true regime change can take place. Iranian community organiser and Aucklander Mehrdad Soltanifar spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Iran is considering a US proposal to end the war, as Donald Trump warns of more strikes if no deal is reached. BBC diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams spoke to John Campbell.

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