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Wellington Water debacle: councillor theatens legal action
There is growing anger in Wellington over revelations the capital's ratepayers have been paying nearly three times more for water repairs than in other parts of the country. Audio
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'Getting out of hand': Personal info requests costing council
The cost of processing requests for personal information is grating Nelson's elected members after a new staff member had to be hired to deal with the increasing number of requests.
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 4 March 2025
On today's episode, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand is standing up for the international rules-based order in supporting Ukraine and that position hasn't changed, the government is… Audio
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Urgent meeting called after report into Wellington Water
An urgent meeting is being held in Wellington to look at Monday's highly critical report into Wellington Water. Reporter Nick James spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Report finds structural problems at Wellington Water
An urgent meeting of the Advisory Oversight Committee has been called for Tuesday morning to discuss Monday's scathing report on Wellington Water. Wellington Water board chairperson Nick Leggett spoke… Audio
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The region where unplanned water pipe repair costs are three times higher
A probe uncovered poor value for money from contractors, loose financial controls, and even one case of alleged theft. Audio
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Canadian billionaire tight-lipped on NZME share purchase
James Grenon has spent $9 million to take his shareholding in NZME to 9.3 percent.
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Tens of thousands of dollars stolen in alleged Wellington Water theft
Wellington Water has released a scathing report, after a probe uncovered alleged theft, poor value for money from contractors and structural issues.
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Midday Report Essentials for Monday 3 March 2025
In today's episode, a criminal defence lawyer says the investigation into the death of a man tasered by police will be complex, a new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their… Audio
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Diary of a head injury
Audio 3 Mar 2025The award winning documentary - Diary of a Head Injury - launches next week as part of Brain Injury Awareness month. Audio
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Wellington ratepayers paying more for water repairs: Report
A new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their ratepayers are paying nearly three times more for water repairs than other parts of the country. Reporter Nick James spoke to… Audio
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'Crucial' healthcare roles being cut, workers, Labour say
Health care cuts are wreaking havoc on front-line services, according to a union survey released today. Audio
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Media alarm over Chinese ships - and the end of 'benign' times
Chinese warships appearing in what we like to think of as our "benign strategic environment" sparked something of a media frenzy. It culminated in claims our defence spending's going to have to go up…
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Chiefs maintain unbeaten start with win over Brumbies
The Chiefs ran in seven tries in a high-scoring Super Rugby Pacific contest in Hamilton.
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Conversations
Bahraini trumpet player Yazz Ahmed brings a Middle Eastern sound to jazz; and NZ jazz musicians Alex Ventling and Kim Paterson release a new album called 'Conversations'. Audio
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Like Minds
Nick checks out a couple of tracks from the all star album Like Minds, Canadian trumpet players Ingrid Jensen and Kenny Wheeler, and a track from tenor player Johnny Lippiett. Audio
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Trump accuses Zelensky of 'gambling with World War 3'
Donald Trump has publicly scolded Ukraine's leader at the White House, telling him he needs to be thankful and accusing him of gambling with World War 3. Audio
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Gisborne locals to have say on alcohol rules in the CBD
Eighty-two percent of respondents oppose the current sensitive sites rule.
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Celebrating 40 years of New Zealand rock history
'For Today' is one of the classic Kiwi anthems. The song's writer, Nick Sampson, joins Mark Leishman to reflect on a rockin' legacy. Audio
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Live fire incident by Chinese warships causes hostilities
Audio 27 Feb 2025The live fire incident in the Tasman by Chinese warships has led to an outbreak of political hostilities between the major parties. Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
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Auckland FC trying to stay 'humble' as A-League lead grows
The talk of silverware for Auckland has been unavoidable all season.
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Prayers pour in across the region for Pope Francis
The head of the Catholic Church remains in critical condition, battling pneumonia and mild signs of kidney failure. Audio
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North Korean hackers steal record NZ$2.6 billion in single crypto hack
It's the largest crypto hack on record, security experts say.
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5 years on, Covid remains NZ's most important infectious disease
Analysis: On Friday it is five years since Covid-19 was first reported in New Zealand, and it continues to remain Aotearoa's most harmful disease demanding a strong response.
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Pope Francis legacy comes under spotlight
The head of the Catholic Church who remains in critical condition, reportedly had a 'good' night in hospital, the Vatican said on Monday. Audio
