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10:20 India's deadly second wave of Covid 19

The decision, just over a fortnight ago, to temporarily suspend flights to and from India, didn't go down well in the Indian community, many of whom felt racism was behind the decision.  Dr Sapna Samant has analysed the communication of the decision with Professor Mohan Datta and they've been published by the online platform e-tangata.

A Covid-19 coronavirus patient leaves a hospital in New Delhi on April 24, 2021.

Photo: AFP

 

10:30 Watching the pink super-moon

If you've noticed the moon seems extra bright tonight, you're right. It's called a pink super-moon,

Astronomer Grant Christie from Auckland's Stardome Observatory explains why it seems so big.

Supermoon rising in Otago Peninsula on April 27. Source: Ian Griffin/Otago Museum.

Supermoon rising in Otago Peninsula on April 27. Source: Ian Griffin/Otago Museum. Photo: Ian Griffin/Otago Museum.

 

10:45  The Kingston Flyer rides again

The Kingston Flyer has made its first major journey in eight years taking part in the Great Southern Steam Train Tour. The heritage train has been restored and relaunched after spending years in a state of limbo. Pounamu Tourism Group managing director, Paul Jackson, joins Susana Leiataua to chat about the Great Southern Steam Train Tour, and in particular the Kingston Flyer.