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10:00 AM.In today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has blasted the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it "morally reprehensible" and a failure of leadership, US… Read more Audio

8:55 AM.A Hokitika hunter is training a goat to join her on hunts. Tess Brunton reports. Audio

8:50 AM.An ultra-endurance event is underway right now in Christchurch's Hagley Park where athletes have six days to walk or run as far as they can with rest and sleep totally up to them. Kiwi-race record… Read more Audio

8:40 AM.US President Donald Trump says a Gaza peace deal is "beyond very close", after meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Toni Waterman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

8:35 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

8:34 AM.Market Update for 30 September 2025 Audio

8:24 AM.New data from Colliers confirms what many shoppers have noticed - there are a lot more empty shops in our main centres' streets. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

8:23 AM.If you're catching a cab from Wellington's airport, you might find the driver is unwilling to take you. Krystal Gibbens reports. Audio

8:17 AM.A new survey shows young New Zealanders want more time devoted to relationship and sexuality education, and for it to begin at a younger age. Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa chief executive Jackie Edmond… Read more Audio

8:08 AM.Labour leader Chris Hipkins has blasted the government's decision not to recognise Palestinian statehood, calling it "morally reprehensible" and a failure of leadership. Mr Hipkins spoke to Corin… Read more Audio

8:06 AM.Former Silver Ferns coach Yvonne Willering believes Grace Nweke's statement following the Taini Jamieson series will help to force Netball New Zealand to make a decision on the future of coach Dame… Read more Audio

7:52 AM.Horse riders say they're being systemically discriminated against when it comes to safe road access and have lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission. New Zealand Equestrian Advocacy… Read more Audio

7:47 AM.Auckland, Northland and the Chatham Islands will be exempt from earthquake prone building rules because of the areas' low seismic risk, under changes announced by the Government yesterday. Auckland… Read more Audio

7:40 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

7:36 AM.Market Update for 30 September 2025 Audio

7:25 AM.More and more job seekers are using AI to write their CVs and cover letters. Tribe Recruitment's Sarah White spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

7:20 AM.A crucial meeting is expected today between Netball New Zealand and Dame Noeline Taurua as they try to solve a stand-off that's left the Silver Ferns without their long-time coach. Former Coach Yvonne… Read more Audio

7:15 AM.While the earthquake-prone building system overhaul has been welcomed by many in the North Island, building owners in Dunedin are facing a different prospect. Dunedin Property Developer Russell Lund… Read more Audio

7:10 AM.Wellington building owners are greeting changes to earthquake strengthening standards with cautious optimism. Political reporter Giles Dexter reports. Audio

7:06 AM.White Ferns batter Maddy Green believes the side is in a good place heading into this week's World Cup despite losing both of their warmup games. Audio

6:52 AM.Business news for 30 September 2025 Audio

6:47 AM.Several universities have given up using software to detect the use of Artificial Intelligence in student work. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports. Audio

6:43 AM.The health minister says New Zealanders are now getting more timely access to care. Simeon Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

6:40 AM.US President Donald Trump has expressed renewed optimism about reaching a deal to end the war in Gaza, as he meets with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Correspondent… Read more Audio

6:35 AM.News from the rural farming sector. Audio