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10:20 Reforming New Zealand's local government 'three waters' arrangements  

The Government's announced a massive reform of 67 councils across New Zealand into four water services entities for the three waters - drinking water, storm water and sewage.

Response to the proposed reform is already contentious and tonight Karyn speaks with Stuart Crosby who is the President of Local Government New Zealand.

Stuart Crosby

Stuart Crosby Photo: RNZ/ Andrew McRae

10:30 World Asteroid Day in the southern skies 

It's World Asteroid Day! Since the first discovery of asteroids in the 1800s they've been a constant source of fascination for astronomers and watchers of the sky. One of those people staring at the night sky is the director of the Otago Museum Dr Ian Griffin.

Bennu Asteroid

Bennu Asteroid Photo: NASA

10:45 Midweek Mediawatch 

Mediawatch’s weekly catch-up with Lately. Colin Peacock talks to Karyn Hay about new data on the media and misinformation in New Zealand - and a new podcast airing anxiety about China’s influence here. Also: a southern stalwart honoured by the ODT and a new talkback takedown on TV. 

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