Features

Whaitiri Poutawa loves his job and had a "mini freak-out" about not being able to visit schools during the lockdown. So he took his funny, energetic classes online. Video, Audio

The two leading roles in Wagner's opera, the Dutchman and Senta, represent archetypes of the 'otherworldly stranger' and the woman who sacrifices herself for his salvation. Listen from 6pm on RNZ Concert.

Analysis - Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is preparing the country for a marathon recovery and life under "the new normal" is starting to take shape, writes Peter Wilson.

Southland farmer and social media star Tangaroa Walker shares his thoughts on New Zealand's Covid-19 lockdown. Video, Audio

Two Cents Worth – we answer listeners’ questions about how the coronavirus could change the world as we know it. Audio

Marc Ribot is one of the world's great guitarists that you've probably never heard of. William Dart explores the work of an understated music legend. Video, Audio

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The Right Reverend Ross Bay, Bishop of Auckland presides over today's Easter service at Holy Trinity Cathedral. Audio, Gallery

It's Easter Sunday, so expect plenty of hymns with 'Alleluias'! Audio

Relief efforts are swinging into action in Vanuatu after a powerful cyclone devastated several islands this week.

Margie Bale is an Australian camel vet and she is fascinated with these unique creatures, even though they present veterinary challenges - not least attempting to castrate a one-tonne bull in outback Alice. February 2020. Audio, Gallery

Lynda Hallinan has just come back from a trip to the Chatham Islands where she was foraging for plants. She shares some tips on how to propagate. From February 2020. Audio

Parenting coach and educator Joseph Driessen shares his tips for running a harmonious household under lockdown. Audio

For Good Friday, you can listen to this Auckland performance of JS Bach's monumental St. Matthew Passion.

Looking for some lockdown listening? RNZ Podcasts are suggesting a podcast a day for you to enjoy. Today in The Worst Sitcom Ever Made, what does it take to really fail? Not just mess up, but truly bomb out? Audio

RNZ Storytime is sharing a Story of Day while kids are stuck in lockdown. Today, the complex friendship between Snake and Lizard; although they are very different they are good mates..

Actress Essie Davis returns as Phyrne Fisher in a big budget, big screen comeback - Miss Fisher & the Crypt of Tears. She told Lynn Freeman why she loves playing the "joyous, naughty, heroic character."

Heard enough Baby Shark to last a lifetime? Wishing you could escape into childhood right now? Here are the best pieces of classical music written for the young at heart.

Kirsten Johnstone from RNZ Music takes a look at some great podcast options for the younger members of your family.  Audio

Our Changing World - The human immune system is a complex system where T cells, B cells and antibodies battle invaders such as bacteria and viruses such as the one that causes Covid-19. Audio

Every weekday during the lockdown, RNZ Podcasts will share a podcast of the day for you to discover. Today, Eyewitness: What was it like to be there at a moment of New Zealand history? Audio

RNZ Storytime is offering a story a day during lockdown Today, from a time when you could still send non-essential parcels: A strange box arrives at Finnigan Flynn's front door.

Many a sleepless night has begun with one thought, what if? Overthinking is is a common form of anxiety says psychologist Gwendoline Smith. But there is a way to get it under control. Audio

RNZ Music is proud to present Beachware’s new single ‘The Arcade’. It’s the first single from the Auckland band's upcoming debut album.

Art galleries, writers and publishing houses, cultural institutions and arts related events facing cancellation are offering online options for art lovers and for the artists themselves, writes Lynn Freeman.