Nine To Noon

09:05 A myriad of organisations concerned about impact of new gambling bill

Submissions close this weekend on a bill that seeks to minimise harm from online gambling - but another aspect of the bill has myriad organisations worried about how it could impact their future funding. The Online Casino Gambling Bill would introduce 15 licences for online casinos, require companies to provide a harm prevention strategy, ensure their users are at least 18 years old and adhere to advertising restrictions. But where onshore operators like Lotto, TAB and pokies are required to put a proportion of their proceeds back into the community, the new bill wouldn't require that of new licence holders. And that's got community organisations and sports clubs worried. Susie discusses with Martin Snedden, chair of Cycling New Zealand, who's leading the charge on behalf of 50 sporting organisations concerned about the impact the Bill could have on grassroots sport. Also joining the discussion, Claire Beard who's CEO of Asthma NZ and says the Bill as it stands would threaten respiratory support programmes her organisation runs in disadvantaged communities.

09:20 The New Zealand money invested in weapons

Nearly a billion dollars of Kiwis' money is being invested in weapons companies, according to new research by an ethical investment charity. Mindful Money found a 40 percent increase in the amount KiwiSaver funds in particular, have put into companies making weapons - including those supplying the conflict in Gaza and Ukraine. The growth has reflected a broader global increase in the defence industry driven by these major conflicts, as well as internal conflicts and regional tensions. Mindful Money's Barry Coates joins Susie to discuss the trend.

09:30 Kapiti group plants Miyawaki forest

A group of tree enthusiasts in Kapiti have planted what is believed to be one of only a few Miyawaki-style microforests in the county. The practice is where a small amount of land is densely planted with native species to mimic natural forests. The method has led to about 1000 micro forests in Japan, and a few years ago Nelson pair Colin Davis and AJ Clarken, with the help of the Nelson Muslim Group planted their a microforest on a rural property in the region. The Kapiti group planted trees about a month ago, with some help from their local council. It's a 100-square-metre space in Waikanae with almost 400 native trees and plants in it. Geoff Scrase is chair of TreeSpace Kapiti and talks to Susie about the project. Colin Davis then speaks about how the Nelson plot is going.     

09:45 Pacific correspondent Koroi Hawkins

RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins has the latest news from the region including the door shutting on Pacific Islands Forum partners in Honiara, the King of Tonga taking control of foreign affairs and defence, and Australia and Vanuatu agree to $500m deal, with details remaining scarce. 

10:05 Kate Burton on her film star dad, Richard. 

Richard Burton was one of the most celebrated and highest-paid actors of his generation in the post world war two period. The Welsh born star with the Hollywood looks and baritone voice, was nominated for seven Academy Awards. He had a passionate yet tumultuous relationship with fellow megastar Elizabeth Taylor, to whom he was married twice. In fact, Richard Burton was born Richard Jenkins - the 12th of 13 children born to a Welsh coal miner.  The name Burton came from his school teacher Philip Burton, who became his mentor and helped him gain a scholarship to the University of Oxford.  The story of Richard Burton's early years and path onto the stage and screen is told in a new feature film, Mr Burton, which opened in cinemas here yesterday with Bafta winner Toby Jones as the schoolmaster and Harry Lawtey as Richard. Richard Burton's daughter, Kate, whose mother Sybil Williams was Richard's first wife, is also an actor, and was an informal advisor on the film. She tells Susie Ferguson why she's supportive of this depiction of her father's life, where others have not found favour.

10:20 The faith-driven amateur boxer ready to represent Sāmoa internationally 

New Zealand-born super heavyweight amateur boxer Miracle Ki is set to represent Sāmoa at the World Games in Liverpool next month. Miracle, who is driven by strong faith and Sāmoan roots, is in the middle of his training programme ahead of his overseas trip where he aims to win the gold medal before focusing on selection for the upcoming Commonwealth and Olympic games. Miracle speaks to Susie Ferguson.     

Support Miracle Ki on his road to the World Boxing Championships in Liverpool. 

10:35 Book review: Death and Other Occupational Hazards by Veronika Dapunt

Jack McConnell from Unity Books Auckland reviews Death and Other Occupational Hazards by Veronika Dapunt, published by Penguin Random House.

10:45 Around the motu: Chris Hyde in Hawkes Bay 

Chris brings along the latest stories from the Hawke's Bay including new air-conditioning units in parts of the  Regional Prison, while the hospital is still without air conditioning and a drop in the A&P show admission price.

Chris Hyde is editor of Hawkes Bay Today 

11:05 Music with Jeremy Taylor 

Slow Boat Records' Jeremy Taylor shares music from a new compilation, All The Young Droids - Junkshop Synth Pop 1978-1985, plus tunes from The Sundays and Sheffield's Richard Hawley. 

11:30 Sports commentator Sam Ackerman 

Sports commentator Sam Ackerman looks ahead to the All Black's match this weekend against Argentina in Córdoba and the start of the upcoming Premier League season which starts tomorrow. 

11:45 The week that was: Comedians Pinky Agnew and Te Radar 

Our comedians wrap up the week with some stories that've caught their eye - including a brush fire sparked by bird dropping fish on power lines, a man admitted to psychiatric ward after taking advice from ChatGPT, and a woman's 'living nightmare' when more than 1,000 bats moved into her house. Plus, is Mr Ed's longest-serving shared class toy?