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On the backbenches: It’s in the DNA
National MP Denise Lee hangs in the backbenches of the debating chamber but says electorate work takes a more on the ground approach
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SkyCity casinos close immediately
SkyCity is working though the implications for its 4000 workers, as its Hamilton, Queenstown and Auckland establishments close immediately in light of the new Covid-19 regulations.
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Relief package eases pressure on airports, Airways
The aviation industry has welcomed the government's plans to halve all border fee increases as it struggles with the impact of Covid-19.
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SkyCity cuts profit forecast, warns of casino closures
On top of nearly halving its full year profit forecast, the gaming company says it might be forced to shut all its casinos because of Covid-19 coronavirus.
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Events continue to fall, but what about malls, casinos and churches?
Events around the country have continued to grind to a halt due to coronavirus, with more tumbling today from agriculture to theatre.
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The lure of a (good) live album
Music commentator Graeme Downes has been thinking about the number of live recordings he owns, and what makes a good live album. He shares some tunes from Tom Waits' Big Time and Glitter and Doom live… Audio
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The philosopher whose thoughts are being cancelled
Is Peter Singer one of the world's most influential philosophers, or an intellectual pariah? Audio
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The philosopher whose thoughts are being cancelled
Is Peter Singer one of the world's most influential philosophers, or an intellectual pariah?
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Adams second as Osei-Nketia wins 100m
New Zealand shot put star Dame Valerie Adams suffered a rare defeat on home soil, finishing second at the Sir Graeme Douglas international.
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SkyCity reports drop in underlying profit amid challenging times
Large insurance payouts and proceeds from an asset sale have lifted the half year profit of the gaming company.
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Week in politics: Fighting talk from Peters
Analysis - Winston Peters comes out swinging after Simon Bridges rules out working with NZ First post-election and National's leader ruffles feathers at Waitangi.
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A revisionist summer with Public Image Ltd
Music correspondent Graeme Downes has been looking back this summer as he downsizes his music collection. He joins Kathryn for a look at English post-punk band Public Image Ltd. Graeme Downes is a… Audio
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Today's sports news: What you need to know
In today's sports news - All Whites get March matches, Black Ferns Sevens make it four in a row and SBW has tough return to league.
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Today’s sports news: What you need to know
In today's sports news - Tuatara looking on brightside, McNicholl to make Wales debut and another step for W Series.
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Tairāwhiti leaders head to climate summit: 'We've got to work collectively'
The people of Tairāwhiti are being warned that crayfish, pāua and kina could die out as a result of climate change.
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Albatross died with whole plastic bottle in its stomach
A stomach full of plastic - including a whole plastic bottle and parts of a balloon - is a likely cause of death to a juvenile toroa/southern royal albatross, the Department of Conservation says. Audio
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Stolen pounamu returned to rightful owners
A treasured pounamu carving has been tracked down by police and returned to its rightful owners.
The water-droplet sculpture, carved from one of the largest greenstone boulders ever found in the… Audio
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Best of 2019: the Kiwis you loved
Audio 17 Dec 2019Best of 2019 - We spoke to some characters this year; a passionate farmer, an academic turned pole dancer, a barber making a real difference and a Wairarapa cricket farmer among them.
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Today's sports news: what you need to know
In today's sports news - Ben Stokes wins Sports Personality of the Year, Breakers beaten by 36ers and Pakistan draw first Test.
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The music of Kate and Anna McGarrigle
Music reviewer Graeme Downes joins Kathryn to talk about Canadian sister singer-songwriting duo Kate and Anna McGarrigle, with a look at their songs First Born, Dancer with Bruised Knees and Perrine… Audio
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The Panel with Damian Christie and Victoria Stewart (Part One)
Audio 3 Dec 2019The Government will ban foreign donations of more than $50 to political parties and candidates. Legislation will be introduced to Parliament this afternoon and passed under urgency. Lawyer Graeme… Audio
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SkyCity wants more pokies in exchange for fewer blackjack tables
In what is a first in this country, a casino is applying to increase the number pokie machines it has in return for closing down some table games.
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Longer story songs, music and unpleasure
Music correspondent Graeme Downes looks at some country music with longer narratives and the pain that's experienced by the subjects of the songs, featuring Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris' $1000… Audio
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NZ's largest waterslide opens in Hanmer Springs
Standing at almost 14 metres tall with a section that pushes people nearly vertical up a wall, the Conical Thrill waterslide is New Zealand's largest.
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A long time coming: The Abuse in Care Royal Commission
Analysis: An avalanche of new material is in store for those who have to sift through evidence at the long-awaited Abuse In Care Royal Commission, writes David Cohen.
