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Life at the Olympic Village: Athletes give us a sneak peek
Try a baguette making workshop. Get yourself a Parisian Pony at the hair salon. And what are those cardboard beds really like?
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How well are NZ politicians protected?
19 Jul 2024Explainer - The recent assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump sent shock waves around the globe. What kind of protection do Kiwi politicians get?
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What's gone wrong with local government?
19 Jul 2024Mayors are missing, rates are rising at record levels - RNZ asks what's going on with our councils. Audio
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Have Tenacious D been political in the past?
Fans have criticised Jack Black for throwing Kyle Gass "under the bus" with his statement, speculating he is prioritising his acting career prospects over their friendship. Video
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All you need to know about time of use charging
11 Jul 2024Explainer - The schemes aim to get traffic off roads at peak times while raising money for transport infrastructure. Here's how they could work in Auckland.
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What to know as Alec Baldwin's Rust shooting trial begins
Baldwin faces involuntary manslaughter charges, which he denies. The trial will determine whether he should be held criminally liable in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
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Gulf Harbour body discovery: What we know so far
8 Jul 2024The remains of a woman were found inside a bag fished out of the sea in Gulf Harbour. Here's what we know so far.
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What are Mayoral Relief Funds and do they actually help?
5 Jul 2024We often see mayoral relief funds set up after a natural disaster. But the amount of financial assistance they provide pales in comparison to clean-up costs. What is the role of these funds, and are…
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What a plan to 'flood the market' could mean for house prices
Here's what the Housing Minister is planning - and how it might work.
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The making of NZ's newest government organisation
1 Jul 2024A new Sports Integrity Commission has launched after six years of damning reviews.
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What is 'loss-reactive shoplifting?' An expert explains
28 Jun 2024Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman's lawyer says 'loss-reactive shoplifting' caused her to take nearly $9000 worth of clothes. But what does this term mean?
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Biden v Trump debate: When is it, and how you can watch from NZ
27 Jun 2024It's Biden-Trump round two as the first debate of the US presidential election kicks off Friday at 1pm NZ time. Here's what you need to know. Audio
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What to do - and what not to do - in a power cut
27 Jun 2024The East Coast, Northland and Coromandel have all been plunged into darkness recently. Here's what to do if it happens to you.
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East Coast wind, rain and evacuations: What you need to know
26 Jun 2024Police have been going door to door as heavy rain and wind lashes the region, with local state of emergencies declared.
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The Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care: A timeline
24 Jul 2024Explainer - The final report from the long-running inquiry has been made public on 24 July. RNZ reflects on key points.
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Don't have tickets to Glastonbury? How to enjoy the festival from home
The UK's biggest music festival is back for 2024, with two New Zealand artists on the bill.
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From Whanganui to Kororāreka: What to know about place name changes
21 Jun 2024Why do place names get changed, who can suggest a new one and what's in a name anyway? Audio
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Bird strike: What you need to know
20 Jun 2024Explainer - The remains of a duck were found on the airfield at Queenstown Airport after suspected bird strike. What exactly happened?
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Breast cancer and mammograms: What you need to know
17 Jun 2024Explainer - If Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson's announcement of a breast cancer diagnosis has prompted you to get screened, here's everything you need to know.
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RATs, vaccines and Covid funding: What you need to know
6 Jun 2024Explainer - Here's what we know about the government's Covid plans for the next four years.
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Covid cases, rules, and free stuff: What you need to know
29 May 2024Explainer - What will Budget 2024 reveal about the country's Covid-19 strategy? RNZ recaps what we know so far.
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Is it OK to take pseudoephedrine for winter ills?
29 May 2024Explainer - With flu season in full swing, here's everything you need to know about cold and flu medicines containing pseudoephedrine.
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Investors may see biggest impact of Reserve Bank's lending limits
28 May 2024Explainer - One property economist says investors in particular may be underestimating what's coming.
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Open banking: How to opt in and out of new payment system
NZ's four major banks will soon provide open banking - a new way to pay and track funds. Here's how it works.
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