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Microbiologist and immunologist from Otago Univerity Professor James Usser talks about the reasons behind the Government's decision to increas the number of tests for Covid 19. Family Violence… Audio

Jessica Wilson Head of Research for Consumer New Zealand talks about the range of complaints they've received in relation to the Covid 19 pandemic and sunsequent lockdown. Simon Hampton, freelance… Audio

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says while she has found no evidence of price gouging during the Covid-19 outbreak, the public will be able to to report any they see. Dr Dougal Sutherland, Clinical… Audio

Clare, Robin, and12 yr old daughter Iris were on an adventure of a life sailing around the Pacific - now they're in lockdown on a boat. Associate Professor Garry Nixon from the Department of General… Audio

The Police Association President, Chris Cahill, talks about keeping officers safe and healthy while they are keeping the streets safe during the lock down. Louise Delaney, Senior Lecturer at Otago… Audio

RNZ's Caitlin Cherry has been going through covid-19 questions, and is here to answer some of your questions. Bracing for 4 weeks of a housebound life, it's a huge call for all us. Dr Dougal… Audio

The Reserve Bank has announced a range of measures to support New Zealand's financial system. Dr Sarb Johal talks to The Panel about how to cope with the anxiety Covid-19 is causing, and his own brush… Audio

Indoor gatherings of more than 100 people have been banned. Meanwhile Countdown is placing limits on some goods due to panic buying. The Panel discusses the Government's financial package for… Audio

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is urging New Zealanders travelling overseas to consider returning home as soon as possible as the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread. Miranda Harcourt… Audio

Dr Eric Crampton, Chief Economist at The New Zealand Initiative joins the Panel to talk about the economic package released by the government to help mitigate the impact of border restrictions. Chief… Audio

Economist Cameron Bagrie joins the panel discussion on what New Zealand can do to mitigate against the inevitable financial impacts due to the coronavirus pandemic. New Zealander, Tracy Goodall, is in… Audio

Fifty of the country's leading infectious disease and public health scientists and professionals are calling on political leaders to collaborate not campaign to prevent the spread of COVID-19… Audio

The World Health Organisation has declared the coronvirus a pandemic, we speak to Dr Siouxsie Wiles about what that means. US correspondent Simon Hampton also updates what's happening in the U.S where… Audio

Kiwisaver and other investments are taking a hammering after the markets were spooked by coronavirus. Financial advisor Martin Hawes talks about what can be done with the funds. Safety advocate Lance… Audio

Economist Michael Reddell joins The Panel to discuss the finanical implications of the coronavirus outbreak and what can be done to mitigate its implications for New Zealand's economy. Patrick Morgan… Audio

Chief Executive of Wellington's Chamber of Commerce, John Milford, joins the panel to talk about what can be done to help businesses hit hard by the outbreak of the coronavirus. Economist Dr Alfredo… Audio

A woman who was on the same flight as a person later diagnosed with Covid-19 has had to go into isolation. She describes what it's like for The Panel. Gun Control New Zealand spokesperson Philippa… Audio

Dr Bryan Betty joins The Panel to talk about what to do if you're worried you've got Covid-19 symptoms. This as medical centres fear they'll be over-run with patients worried about their flu-like… Audio

Scientists say not touching your face is one of the best ways to avoid catching illnesses. Professor Mary-Louise McLaws joins The Panel to explain. March Madness was exacerbated for commuters by a bus… Audio

Topics - Retailers are calling for calm after the news a New Zealander had tested positive for the Covid-19 coronavirus on friday - saw people rush to supermarkets to stock up. Dr Siouxsie Wiles joins… Audio

Health officials are urging people to get the winter flu vaccine this year, amid fears coronavirus will reach New Zealand at the same time the flu season hits. The Government says there will be no… Audio

New research shows rape complainants are still being asked 'humiliating and irrelevant' questions during the court process. Victim advocate Louise Nicholas joins The Panel to talk about her experience… Audio

There's speculation the coronavirus could affect the Tokyo Olympics in July - and athletes have already had pre-Olympic events affected by travel bans. As the big dry continues around the North Island… Audio

Hollywood reporter Carol Ramos joins The Panel to discuss Harvey Weinstein's convictions, and further charges in California. Economist Michael Reddell discusses global stock markets falling amid fears… Audio

Thousands gathered today at Parliament for the RNZ Concert Birthday Bash. We cross the RNZ reporter Jonathan Mitchell for an update. General Manager of the National Tobacco Control Advocacy Service at… Audio