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Covid-19: What happened in NZ on Wednesday
Pressure is mounting on the government to fully subsidise workers having to isolate, officials continue to defend their communications after conflicting claims, and Destiny Church hits back at criticism after its leaders left Auckland.
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Under-pressure port workers fear more fatalities on the job
Workers at the Ports of Auckland say they fear they could die on the job as pressures to clear freight are put above their safety - and urgent action is needed. Audio
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South Auckland DHB's Covid-19 vaccination conundrum
about 1 hour agoCounties Manukau District Health Board has been grappling with the potential legal and ethical ramifications of dealing with staff who refuse to be vaccinated against Covid-19, a new report shows.
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Australian cricketers demolish Black Caps
less than a minute agoThe Australian cricketers beat New Zealand by 64 runs in the third T20 international in Wellington.
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New Zealand
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NZ Covid Tracer app only available in English
3 Mar 2021While Covid-19 messaging is available in 24 languages, the NZ Covid Tracer app is not.
Almost 10,000 vehicles left Auckland ahead of Sunday lockdown
Explosives destroyed after being found in Rangitikei town
Covid-19
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Older people should be next group to get vaccine - retiree
3 Mar 2021A retirement village resident says older people should be a priority group for receiving for the Covid-19 vaccine.
Common drugs help reduce death rates in Covid-19 patients - NZ study
No new community cases, 16,000 tests processed yesterday - Hipkins
Business
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Peanut butter baron spreads good news as entrepreneurs get creative
The owner and founder of Pic's Peanut Butter Pic Picot was a keynote speaker at a "design thinking" conference in New Plymouth, which lauded user-friendly experiences as key to business success.
Payday lender Moola to credit or refund $2.8m to current and former borrowers
House prices continue to surge, but easing market predicted later in year
Pacific
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Investigation launched into alleged treasonous acts by Samoan MPs
Samoa's former Deputy Prime Minister and three other Opposition MPs are to be investigated for alleged treasonous activities and breaches of Standing Orders.
Port Moresby to get bronze statue of PNG founding father
Cooks govt urges end to rumour mill as passengers test negative
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The rare treasures in Olive's Garden
Wesley market on Tuesday buzzes with a cross-section of Sandringham's communities and the produce being sold reflects that equally. Olive Minani arrives at the market at 6.30am each week to set up her stall to sell her organic produce. Audio
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How to get into running
Whether you've been thinking about getting back into running, or you're planning your next marathon, or you think you're just not built for it, Afternoons’ Monday expert can give you some pointers. Audio
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How to beat insomnia during stressful times
A quarter of New Zealand adults can only dream about getting a good night’s sleep. Insomnia is a big health issue for thousands of Kiwis. Audio
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Why it's never too late to learn something new
Yes, it's true that our ability to pick up new skills declines with age, but harnessing a specific type of mindset - effectively holding on to a beginner's mind - can help you learn new tricks and skills effectively as an adult. Audio
In Case You Missed It
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Dirty Politics: Saga ends with Carrick Graham apology in court
3 Mar 2021One of the last acts of the Dirty Politics saga has come to a dramatic end in court today with lobbyist Carrick Graham apologising for spreading defamatory…
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No new community cases, 16,000 tests processed yesterday - Hipkins
3 Mar 2021Despite more than 16,000 tests being processed yesterday, no new cases of Covid-19 have been found in the community, Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins…
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Destiny Church leaders leave Auckland on eve of level 3 lockdown
3 Mar 2021As Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was putting Auckland into a snap lockdown on Saturday night, Destiny Church leaders Brian and Hannah Tamaki were packing their…
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2021 Women's Rugby World Cup to be postponed
3 Mar 2021World Rugby says the 2021 Rugby World Cup will be postponed until 2022 and cites the "uncertain and challenging global Covid-19 landscape".
RNZ Music
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Upbeat: A Sound Mind
Paul Morley, author of A Sound Mind talks with Cynthia Morahan about his classical music discoveries. "I suddenly had this vision that classical music will sound more relevant in the 21st century than a lot of pop and rock, which would date very quickly." Video, Audio
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Crowded House: Neil, Liam and Elroy Finn
A reincarnated Crowded House is set to tour New Zealand this month and to release a new album in June after last year's planned worldwide tour had to be cancelled due to Covid-19. Audio
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Playlist: Astor Piazzolla
The much-loved Argentine composer of Nuevo Tango is coming up to his 100th. Enjoy some of Piazzolla's music, recorded around the country by RNZ Concert.
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Transfiguring music through dance
Choreographer Loughlan Prior talks with Nick Tipping about Transfigured Night, an entirely choreographed concert that will tour the country for CMNZ. Audio
In Depth
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MPI opposed nitrogen bottom line over economic concerns
The Ministry for Primary Industries opposed introducing a tough bottom line for nitrogen levels in rivers over concerns the economic impact would outweigh the…
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Access to free contraceptives 'punitive, stigmatising and restrictive' - doctor
Some women are paying hundreds of dollars for the insertion of Mirena and Jaydess contraceptives when, under a multi-million government scheme, they should be…
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Whanganui's South Beach sea had 8 times allowed faecal bacteria
The sea off Whanganui's South Beach has contained so much faecal bacteria at times that it has been eight times above the allowable limit.
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Company at top of dumping breach list takes on big new contract
A tanning company with a history of dumping contaminants down the drain is taking on a large new contract, RNZ understands.
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Analysis: Parker must make changes to reach full potential
While Joseph Parker may have won his fight against Junior Fa, he hasn't developed and in sporting circles those that don't improve are generally seen to be…
Covid-19 rule-breakers: Lots of law, not enough order?
Analysis - New Zealand's Covid-19 response may be the envy of the world, but that has not stopped Kiwis getting angry about it this week, Alexander Gillespie wr…
Before we introduce vaccine passports we need to know how they'll be used
Opinion - Vaccine passports bring significant risks. We should identify those risks and what we are going to do about them before wholesale introduction, Tim…
Analysis: NZ review of Tokelau's justice system could complicate decoupling
Analysis - Tokelau may have no prisons or court buildings, but that hasn't stopped New Zealand from leading a sweeping overhaul of its justice system, writes…