27 Nov 2025

Around the motu: James Pocock

From Nine To Noon, 10:45 am on 27 November 2025
Fallow deer were among the first to be successfully introduced to New Zealand.

Wild deer can be found in both the North and South Islands of New Zealand on public conservation land and private property. Photo: Supplied

James discusses Gisborne's "in-house" water services plans getting government approval, the local deer hunt feeding families, Tairawhiti schools pledge to uphold Te Tiriti despite law change and a long serving search and rescue volunteer is recognised.

Get the RNZ app

for easy access to all your favourite programmes

Subscribe to Nine To Noon

Podcast (MP3) Oggcast (Vorbis)