Features

Elizabeth Kerr reviews the NZSO performing two works by Stravinsky and then Rachmaninov's Second Symphony. Audio

Thirty centuries of Samoan tattooing have been chronicled in a new book released earlier this month. Audio

The ZIP project is on its way to eradicating predators from 12,000 hectares of Westland, using a combination of rivers, AI cameras, animal psychology and egg mayonnaise. Video, Audio

Nick Bollinger uncovers the story of American collector Ron Kane, his deep connection with New Zealand music and the all-star tribute album made in his memory. Audio

Five top acts have made the shortlist for the 2018 APRA Silver Scroll Award, recognising excellence in songwriting. The artists include Marlon Williams, Troy Kingi, Chelsea Jade, The Beths and Unknown Mortal Orchestra.

Listen: Nick Tipping plays jazz by guitarists Pat Metheny, Kurt Rosenwinkel, and John Scofield, a live number from Mulgrew Miller, and a classic from Mike Nock. Audio

New wave synth-pop guru Tom Bailey was one of the biggest pop stars in the world with Thompson Twins in the 1980s. He chatted with Wallace Chapman about fame, pop's decline and his love of New Zealand. Video, Audio

It's nearly the end of the month and that means there'll be a new classical podcast soon. And just a few days left to download Elgar's wonderful Enigma Variations.

A new documentary made by young Kiwi film-makers will resonate with the thousands of New Zealanders who have lived through an eating disorder. Video, Audio

Conquerer of Mt Everest, philanthropist and now fashion icon - Sir Edmund Hillary's grandchildren took to the catwalk last night to parade a line of clothing inspired by the great New Zealander. Audio

After four years as CEO of Chamber Music New Zealand, Peter Walls announces he will step down early next year.

Hamilton rockers Devilskin sell out shows all over the globe and are one of New Zealand's biggest independent bands, bassist Paul Martin and vocalist Jenny Skulander select some of their favourite tunes. Video, Audio

A soundtrack to good times since the early 60s, 'Louie, Louie' may be the most-recorded song in the world. It's also been investigated by the FBI for obscenity. Find out more in this podcast from Lost Notes. Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah. Video, Audio

The woman who led the gun control campaign in Australia, Rebecca Peters, says countries around the world need to collaborate to stop gun trafficking. Audio

Review - Jon M. Chu's Crazy Rich Asians is the first Asian-led blockbuster since 1993's The Joy Luck Club, and has proven again that representation is a selling point, not a risk, writes Anny Ma.

Hamilton rockers Devilskin sell out shows all over the globe and are one of New Zealand's biggest independent bands. Find out if the devil really does have the best tunes, as Paul and Jenny share some of their favourite music with us. Video, Audio

Opinion - Jacinda Ardern's leniency towards demoted MP Clare Curran leads to easy comparisons with the actions of the last government, writes Bryce Edwards.

Sports Call - Netball New Zealand is about to bite the bullet and finally appoint Noeline Taurua as the Silver Ferns coach, Ravinder Hunia writes.

A rare chance to hear the complete theatre score of Leonard Bernstein's masterpiece West Side Story. Follow the trials of the ill-fated lovers, Tony and Maria, as they attempt to resolve the deep-rooted animosity between two warring communities on Manhattan's Upper West Side.  In full stereo, from 7.30pm tonight on RNZ Concert.

Nick Bollinger uncovers the story of American music collector Ron Kane, his deep connection with New Zealand and the all-star tribute album made in his memory. Audio

New Zealand is the last country in the world to make nutritious hemp a legally consumable food, promoter Cameron Sims says, and New Zealanders are missing out on powerful a source of nutrition. Audio, Gallery

Voices - More needs to be done to protect migrants from getting addicted to gambling in New Zealand, say anti-gambling groups. Audio

Tropical fruits cope extremely well in New Zealand conditions, says Linda Schafli. She and her husband Owen are baffled as to why more Kiwis aren't growing them commercially. Audio, Gallery

New wave synth guru Tom Bailey is releasing a new album 25 years after his success with Thompson Twins, whose 80s hits include 'Hold Me Now', 'Doctor Doctor', and 'In the Name of Love'. Video, Audio