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The Kiribati Government says a report on the sinking of the Butiraoi, in which at least 80 died, will be made public once a police investigation is completed.

Pacific women are calling for better co-ordination of the flood of overseas assistance which usually follows natural disaster events in the Pacific.

Nearly 200 nations have overcame political divisions and agreed on rules for implementing a landmark global climate deal but critics say it is not ambitious enough.

WATCH – Auckland mother Jo knew there was something different about her daughter Coco, who was eventually diagnosed with a complex genetic disorder. Coco explores their family life. Video

There are just a few days left to enter to win a copy of 'The Silent Musician: Why Conducting Matters' by conductor Mark Wigglesworth.

Mediawatch - Former CNN reporter Yusuf Omar discovered that even with the best equipment available the best stories and content could be captured most effectively and easily with mobile phones.  Video, Audio

On an overcast Saturday last month, local growers in Horowhenua opened their doors to thousands of people to showcase both the range of food produced in the region and what's required getting it to plates. Audio, Gallery

Most Kiwi Christmas dinners now include vegetarians, so the vegetable dishes you serve on the day need to be treated with a lot of respect, says food writer Lauraine Jacobs. She shares a recipe for a tasty baked vegetable salad. Audio

Elliott Childs speaks to new Flying Nun signing DOG Power about life in Serbia and the dark pop music of their debut album. Video, Audio

The grandest of all grand operas was the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra's 'Opera in Concert' for 2018. Maria Luigia Borsi sang the title role of Aida and Antonello Palombi was her lover Radamès.

Bernard Hickey has recently taken to hopping on Limes and picking up Yoogos. If that sounds like gobbledegook to you, strap in because the business models behind these brands could be the transport systems of the future. Audio

VIDEO – Auckland four-piece The Beths were named Best New Act of 2018 by the American music magazine Paste. They cover a seasonal classic in our Auckland studio. Video, Audio

Inevitably, William Dart reaches the end of the year and there are a number of tracks that he couldn't include in previous programmes. Now's the time to make amends and he features songs by Bobby Vee, fleaBITE, Wendyhouse, and Alastair Galbraith & Jackson Harry. Video, Audio

Review - A wonderful B&W portrayal of '70s Mexican family life directed by one of the best in the world - Alfonso Cuaron (Gravity, Children of Men) - Roma is a hot favourite to do well at the upcoming Oscars. Video, Audio

Sports call - The veteran netballer's omission from the team has shocked many, but Taurua made the right decision, writes Ravinder Hunia.

Grammy Award-winning bass Jonathan Lemalu was introduced as the patron or Virtuoso Strings at a vibrant concert in Wellington’s Opera House. He believes the young string players of this orchestra are "just oozing talent".

Julie Collis has been a working actor for many years, but a chance encounter in Los Angeles recently has opened up the possibility of her working in Hollywood. Audio

In Mary's last segment with Jesse, she asked listeners to send in questions. The best five questions are answered in this segment. Audio

A Waikato social enterprise aims to tap into the culinary skills of recently arrived refugees to establish a pop up restaurant. Audio, Gallery

Nick Bollinger lends an ear to the science-fiction, folk and electronica of Jane Weaver. Audio

Sing along to some New Zealand carols today, including Shirley Murray's 'Child of Christmas story' and 'Rejoice, rejoice at Christmas Time' by Bill Wallace. Audio

As ever, Sound Lounge pushes the boundaries, this week with an exploration of the music of Brian Eno, the latest news from John Psathas, and composers probing the outer reaches of the cosmos.

VIDEO – We're stoked to present a very special live session with Whakatane band L.A.B., recorded at Neil Finn's Roundhead studios. Watch them play the first of three new tracks from their upcoming second album.

The chief executive who moved his staff to a four-day working week - without losing productivity - is calling for a rethink of 'gig economy' work, saying it's unfair on workers. Audio