Features

Nick Bollinger reviews the latest incarnation of a centuries-old New Orleans carnival tradition from The 79rs Gang, and some of the last recordings by the late African drumming genius Tony Allen. Audio

Opinion - Anyone who's ever complained about their 'life admin' should see what disabled people go through, writes Emily Tilley.

Nick Bollinger reviews the latest incarnation of a centuries-old New Orleans carnival tradition from The 79rs Gang, and some of the last recordings by the late African drumming genius Tony Allen Audio

The Pacific journalists association PINA is urging the Cook Islands parliament not to stifle media freedom in the country.

Author and 'veteran worrier' Mark O'Connell has criss-crossed the globe to meet people preparing for the end of the world. Audio

Upbeat reviews the NZSO's free live concert: Ngū Kīoro… Harikoa Ake celebrating the achievements of the 'team of five million' over the last few months amid a global pandemic. Video, Audio

Hand washing, social distancing, and disinfecting surfaces has been key to the quashing of the Covid-19 curve, but why hasn't it protected us from the common cold? Audio

Opinion - We need a more human rights-based approach to funding support for disabled people, Chris Ford writes.

A sheep farmer conducting virtual tours of her farm is helping keep the dream alive for people keen to visit New Zealand. Audio

The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and guests celebrate the return of live music with a uniquely Aotearoa performance in Wellington.

Natsu Adachi grows shiitake mushrooms in a purpose-built facility in Christchurch. She also dries the mushrooms to make a super-nutritious powder. Audio

A TV series about the adventures of a dinosaur called Kiri and her purple friend Lou is taking our homegrown sweetness to the global stage. Video, Audio

Winds, waves, waters and sea-creatures are a rich source of inspiration for composers. Enjoy this playlist of recordings by RNZ Concert.

The Australian investigative journalist talks to Kim Hill about what she learnt in six years' research for her award-winning book See What You Made Me Do. Audio

Lawyer Julia Steenson has been appointed to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Historical Abuse in State Care. She talks with Kim Hill. Audio

William Dart looks at two new releases which serve up quite a few surprises: some great, re-released and previously unreleased recordings by The Phoenix Foundation and Shona Laing. Video, Audio

VIDEO - South Auckland teenager Jawsh 685 - whose tune inspired Jason Derulo's new worldwide smash 'Savage Love' - says it all began in his tiny bedroom. Video, Audio

We scored this simple and delicious pasta recipe from Hamilton restaurant Scotts Epicurian.

Kindergarten kids are learning to make sauerkraut at Kelli Walker's fermentary in Clevedon. Kelli sells her sauerkraut around the country under the Forage and Ferment brand. Video, Audio

These scrumptious vegetable fritters are a winter favourite at Julie Biuso's house – especially when broccoli is as cheap as chips. 

Waikato farmer Graham Smith is building a museum dedicated to the sport, which he likens to 'weightlifting lying down'. Audio

Opinion - New Zealand's Covid-19 response continues to show cracks, and Nathan Hotter is deeply concerned.

Robyn Jaquiery introduces hymns with the theme of 'mercy' feature this week, and there's a 20th century classic which became famous during the Billy Graham Crusades of the 1940s. Audio

Nick has jazz to soothe your troubled soul this week- a collection of ballads and low-energy grooves, including a new EP by the Pukerua Bay-based NaM Trio. Audio