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Health workers waiting for millions in holiday pay
A retired Waikato couple who worked for Hamilton's hospital for over six decades between them are facing a lengthy wait for tens of thousands of dollars of holiday pay. Errors in calculating holiday… Audio
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Whitney Hansen set to take charge as new Black Ferns coach
19 Dec 2025The Black Ferns have a new coach, with Whitney Hansen set to take charge of the side on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece. Sports… Audio
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Kiwisaver providers treating customers to Christmas gifts
19 Dec 2025'Tis the season for corporate gifts. But have you had one from your KiwiSaver provider? It turns out, some people have been treated to a few early Christmas presents - an umbrella in one case and a… Audio
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Death of a prominent activist sparks protests in Bangladesh
19 Dec 2025Asia correspondent Adam Hancock spoke to Lisa Owen about the death of a prominent activist has sparked protests in the capital of Bangladesh, as well as a group of scientists in India who have… Audio
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Animal shelters gearing up for the busiest time of year
19 Dec 2025While a bunch of us are winding down for the festive season, others are gearing up for one of their busiest times of the year. Animal shelters are among them. The charity Helping You Help Animals or… Audio
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The Pre-Panel for 19 December 2025
19 Dec 2025Wallace Chapman and producers Tessa Guest and José Barbosa preview tonight's instalment of The Panel. Audio
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Critter of the Week: Red Mistletoe (Peraxilla tetrapetala)
19 Dec 2025Did you know we have nine mistletoes native to New Zealand? Meet Peraxilla tetrapetala, the endemic red mistletoe! They are especially slow growing and rely on birds such as tui and bellbirds for… Audio
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Weekend Stuff: Lynda Hallinan shares gardening tips
19 Dec 2025Weekend stuff with Lynda Hallinan Audio
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Food: Connie Clarkson's Coconut Chili BBQ Salmon Show
19 Dec 2025Manager of Auckland Council's Kitchen Project Connie Clarkson joins me now with a divine sounding dish. The recipe is here Audio
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NZ Live: Best performances of 2025!
We're celebrating some of the best performances of the year 2025 has been a huge year for NZ Live, which celebrated its 20th anniversary with an entire month of extended birthday performances from… Audio
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Film Review with Dom Corry
Our critic Dom Corry shares his picks from the latest crop of new releases. Avatar: Fire and Ash, released in theaters this week. The Housemaid, which is in theaters Christmas Day. Audio
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A local take on UAPs (Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena)
On Monday we spoke with the director of 'The Age Of Disclosure' about his new documentary on UFO's .. which are now officially known as UAP's or Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena. Loads of you got in… Audio
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Six60's Mathiu Walters performs new single 'We Made It"
They were awarded the inaugural Aotearoa Charts Icon Award - recognising their incredible success with four #1 albums and 48 platinum-certified singles. They're back with their new summer single 'We… Audio
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Chris Parkers' Christmas Survival Guide
19 Dec 2025The irony of course is that despite it being the season when people come together to break bread and party, it's also an increasingly stressful time for many. And what do you do when you're stressed… Audio
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Could tears be the key to diagnosing Parkinson's disease
Could human tears be the key to diagnosing Parkinson's disease? Well, that's what some New Zealander researchers are trying to find out. Parkinson's disease affects more than 12,000 New Zealanders and… Audio
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Time out: The sport CEOs throwing in the towel
19 Dec 2025It's been a huge week in New Zealand sport - but not so much for action on the field. This morning news broke of the resignation of New Zealand Cricket chief executive Scott Weenick, which comes less… Audio
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Midday Report Essentials for Friday 19 December 2025
19 Dec 2025We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take… Audio
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Study finds why people swear more when playing sports
19 Dec 2025We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why. Dr Stephens spoke to… Audio
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Midday Rural News for 19 December 2025
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
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Midday Sports News for 19 December 2025
19 Dec 2025NZ Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink has resigned after a falling out with the organisation's board. Audio
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Whitney Hansen announced as Black Ferns head coach
19 Dec 2025Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece. Hansen spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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Government to provide more support in fight against hornets
19 Dec 2025The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore. Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner North Mike Inglis spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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