1The future is bleak for Brian Hamish Thomas Sands, a New Zealander caught by Ivory Coast rebels who claim he is a mercenary.
2Hundreds of native and protected trees are being destroyed up and down the country by residents who want to improve their views.
3The Rare NZ Falcon is under threat but the revival of the ancient art of falconry may offer them a lifeline.
4Feedback about the first item about a kidnapped NZ mercenary.
5This weekend will host the National Excavator Champs.