Features

Nick Bollinger reviews a new album of surrealistic pop from Robyn Hitchcock of UK band the Soft Boys. Audio

A group of Canterbury poultry enthusiasts are stars of a new chick flick, which is hitting cinemas next week. Audio, Gallery

Here is a guide to some New Zealand songs kids will love, and which won't get too tiresome for grownups, even after the 99th listen! Video, Audio

Phil Tuesdale's truck is no ordinary vehicle - it has staged a wedding, hosted golf, boxing, table tennis, and had plenty of other adventures. Audio, Gallery

Nina Powles is a self-described 'hungry girl.' She talks to Voices about food, feminism, life in Shanghai and her blog 'Dumpling Queen'. Audio, Gallery

If the Venice Biennale is the Olympic Games of contemporary art, Lisa Reihana should receive a gold medal, writes Lynn Freeman.

Devout followers of Prince Philip on Vanuatu's Tanna Island are reported to be dismayed he is now likely never to visit them. Video

The Tonga government's actions against the state broadcaster threaten to undermine democracy, according to the Public Media Alliance. Audio

From not being able to differentiate between boxed and bottled wine, Bianca Bosker is now a sommelier and self-described cork dork. Audio

Fiji sevens star Masivesi Dakuwaqa has signed for the Canberra Raiders National Rugby League team until the end of the season.

For Tongan women drinking kava with others is becoming more popular, but does require them to break with tradition. Audio

The police in Solomon Islands, who have been without guns for almost 14 years, have been rearmed. Audio

Scientists predict extinct creatures will be brought back in the next 10 years, but say it comes with a warning.

Trevor Reekie with music from Iraq, Malawi, Senegal, and Mali; an interview with author and intrepid music producer, Ian Brennan who has won Grammys for his remarkable field recordings. Audio

Chris Kraus's 1997 book I Love Dick has become a cult feminist classic and now, after 15 years, is being made into a TV series. Audio

Growing up proudly gay, Mike Hadreas was a victim of harassment and assault - experiences he channeled into music  which segues between intimacy and outrage.  Video, Audio

RNZ's Lynn Freeman returns to the Venice Biennale and is knocked out by Damien Hirst's Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable

My Heels are Killing Me meets Marc Moore founder of Kiwi label Stolen Girlfriends Club. He speaks about the brand's rock 'n’ roll edge and success in a high pressure industry. Audio

With Mother's Day this Sunday Dear Mum, written and read by Steve Braunias, is a tribute to his own late mother Doris Irene Braunias in the form of five letters.

Can comedians make their parents laugh? The Wireless' awkward new series Tough Crowd asks the 2017 Billy T Nominees to do the impossible.

As New Zealand country artists are finding it increasingly difficult to find an outlet for their music at home, more and more are finding success overseas. Video, Audio, Gallery

Kiwi Country is a new show being broadcast in the UK and the US which highlights the vast country music talent we have as a nation. Nelson musician and host Aly Cook tells us more. Video, Audio, Gallery