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A groundbreaking study's revealed that even 50 years after the end of commercial whaling, its devastating impacts continue to shape humpback whale behaviour. Historical records show that in the waters… Audio

The Roots Foundation Sound System is New Zealand's longest running DJ collective, and now it's passed the torch on to the next generation of DJs Jesse Park aka Juce Porkmon and Benny Salvador grew up… Audio

With all this talk of oil shortages, solar power looks more and more appealing, but how do you know whether it could work for you and if you've already signed on to a solar system, how can you get the… Audio

We're starting the show with that epic performance by the Black Caps. The team stunned South Africa in the T20 semifinal; crushing them to win by nine wickets. Finn Allen was the hero of the match… Audio

Tech correspondent Marc Pesce breaks down the conflict between the Pentagon and Anthropic - the maker of AI bot Claude. Audio

Kaitlyn talks to Kathryn about plans for a 200 unit retirement village, a ban on diving at Bay Venue pools and Mount Brewing celebrates 30 years in business as family owned brewery. Audio

When she was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's, Jennifer Andrewes took up walking as a way to fend off the condition.  Audio

Swimming saved Brendan Cullen from the depths of depression, but it was the courage to walk into a hospital and ask for help that set his recovery in motion.  Audio

UK correspondent Dan Bloom reports on the arrest of Scottish Labour MP Joani Reid's husband David Taylor, along with two other men, on suspicion of spying for China.  Audio

Funding fears loom over Auckland's annual Siva Afi Festival - which celebrates the art of Samoan fire knife dancing. Audio

A report has found new regulations haven't stopped people from getting into problems with Buy Now Pay Later services.  Audio

Shortages in some ADHD drugs are expected to last throughout 2026, with Pharmac saying supply remains unpredictable.  Audio