France has a new Prime Minister, ending the country's months long political limbo. 

President Emmanuel Macron has named conservative Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister.

It comes two months after a snap election ended with a political stalemate.

Europe Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge that Barnier was the EU's former chief Brexit negotiator.

He says they'll see whether it gets France going again after the truce they've had through the Olympics.

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France has a new Prime Minister, ending the country's months long political limbo.  
President Emmanuel Macron has named conservative Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister. 
It comes two months after a snap election ended with a political stalemate. 
Europe Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge that Barnier was the EU's former chief Brexit negotiator. 
He says they'll see whether it gets France going again after the truce they've had through the Olympics. 
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Michel Barnier being named as the new French Prime Minister

Will this week bring redemption for the All Blacks?

Last week saw them lose to South Africa, the Springboks taking the win at Ellis Park.

This Sunday will see them facing off again in Cape Town, and Coach Scott Robertson has made a few changes to the lineup in preparation.

Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt joined Ryan Bridge to preview the match and give his thoughts on the changes to the squad.

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Will this week bring redemption for the All Blacks?
Last week saw them lose to South Africa, the Springboks taking the win at Ellis Park. 
This Sunday will see them facing off again in Cape Town, and Coach Scott Robertson has made a few changes to the lineup in preparation. 
Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt joined Ryan Bridge to preview the match and give his thoughts on the changes to the squad. 
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Kevin Putt: Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator ahead of the second All

There are hopes New Zealand can help lead the effort to clean up space. 

Space Minister Judith Collins has announced we've joined a US-led multi-national space initiative: Operation Olympic Defender.

International space expert Maria Pozza told Ryan Bridge that as well as defence, it will see New Zealand contribute to reducing space debris.

She says in recent decades space junk has become a key issue, and sustainable use of space is becoming increasingly important.

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There are hopes New Zealand can help lead the effort to clean up space.  
Space Minister Judith Collins has announced we've joined a US-led multi-national space initiative: Operation Olympic Defender. 
International space expert Maria Pozza told Ryan Bridge that as well as defence, it will see New Zealand contribute to reducing space debris. 
She says in recent decades space junk has become a key issue, and sustainable use of space is becoming increasingly important. 
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Maria Pozza: International Space Expert on New Zealand joining the multi-national space initiative Operation Olympic Defender

The Government's making changes aimed at bringing down the cost of building homes. 

It's introduced new legislation to make it easier to import building supplies from abroad. 

It'll enable recognition of overseas standards and Building Consent Authorities will need to accept products already certified offshore. 

Building Industry Federation Chief Executive Julian Leys told Ryan Bridge this will impact a number of supplies.

He says they're looking at products with the biggest costs - like internal linings, external claddings, windows, plumbing products and insulation. 

The Bill will have its first reading later this month.

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The Government's making changes aimed at bringing down the cost of building homes.  
It's introduced new legislation to make it easier to import building supplies from abroad.  
It'll enable recognition of overseas standards and Building Consent Authorities will need to accept products already certified offshore.  
Building Industry Federation Chief Executive Julian Leys told Ryan Bridge this will impact a number of supplies. 
He says they're looking at products with the biggest costs - like internal linings, external claddings, windows, plumbing products and insulation.  
The Bill will have its first reading later this month. 
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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Michel Barnier being named as the new French Prime Minister

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