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The son of murdered teacher Lois Dear gave his victim impact statement out in court today, telling her killer exactly what he thought of him. Kevin McNeil (Lois Dear's Son); Erica Wood (One News); Jan Armstrong (Lois Dear's Son); Justice Lester Chisholm (Sentencing Judge); Harley Dear (Lois Dear's Brother); Piri Te Hiko (Whetu Te Hiko's Brother).
Samoa is in mourning for their deceased Head of State. Barbara Dreaver (Pacific Correspondent); Tuila'epa Sailele Malielegaoi (Samoan Prime Minister); Papali'i Momoe Von Reiche (Daughter); Sir Barry Curtis (Manukau Mayor).
The changes to KiwiSaver announced in yesterday's Budget may provide a headache for some businesses, with the National Party saying businesses and individuals will struggle to contribute. Guyon Espiner (Political Editor); Beelah Bleakley (Nurse); Helen Clark (Prime Minister); Charles Finney (Wellington Chamber of Commerce); John Key (National Party Leader).
A look at efforts to change the way New Zealanders save, starting with children. Ruwani Perera (One News); Sussana Stuart (Financial Planner).
Auckland City's Billboards look set to remain after the Auckland City Council backed down on a proposed ban.
Tension in the Middle East is rising as Hamas and Fatah fighters continue to clash.
World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz will now resign over his role in a massive payrise he organised for his girlfriend.
A look at National Party Leader John Key's speech on Budget Day regarding Michael Cullen's Budget. Francesca Mold (Deputy Political Editor); John Key (National Party Leader); Helen Clark (Prime Minister); Michael Cullen (Finance Minister.