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'Nothing like it': Running, solving riddles around Canterbury high country
Nearly 500 people explored Canterbury's high country for 24 hours as part of TWALK, solving riddles in a rogaine-style event.
Is drinking still a university rite of passage?
Reports around the world claim young people are drinking less than ever. Is that the case at our universities?
'Enough is enough': Making streets safe for young women
A campaign for safer streets in Pōneke is continued by a mother shocked at what her daughter was told by a man in the city centre.
'Be prepared for the worst': The dangers of backcountry skiing in Japan
A curiosity to explore the world and look at a view in awe motivates skiers. But it comes risk.
The new Canterbury music festival that's all about community
"The festival is homemade, organic," organiser Corban Tupou says.
Weekly drug checking underway for Canterbury University students
The students' association now provides a regular free drug-checking service on campus to prevent drug-related harm.
Helen Clark the cat and his Coromandel humans
Coromandel is known for Cathedral Cove's gigantic arches, a scenic train trip through native forests, soft sandy beaches - and Helen Clark.
The world's only Deaf-owned adventure company is thriving in NZ
Rachel Soudakoff is on a mission to make Aotearoa's great outdoors more accessible for Deaf people.
Early warning system the best way to prepare for unexpected earthquake
Experts tell RNZ how New Zealand can improve its resilience to earthquakes by looking at what Japan does to prepare.
'We've saved lives' - Drug checking service marks two years
Drug testing organisations and Hato Hone St John say testing services are saving lives and reducing harm. Audio
Staff shortages push wait times for clinic patients out to months
Staffing shortages at New Zealand's biggest sexual health organisation have meant clinics across the country are already booked up months in advance.
Grime MC Flowdan talks collabs, and his Wellington show reviewed
UK grime music pioneer Flowdan talks to Samantha Mythen about his Grammy nomination, recent run of collaborations and what crowds turn up for, just before hitting the stage in Wellington.