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Mt Hutt plans to open two weeks early after big snow dump
More than a metre of snow fell on the slopes of Mt Hutt in early May. Audio
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Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 13 May 2025
In today's episode, RNZ understands pornography found on the work computer of former deputy commissioner of police, Jevon McSkimming, is being investigated as alleged objectionable material, New… Audio
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Is the South Island still free of 'pond weed' hornwort? Cantabrians on alert
The invasive freshwater weed that is widespread in the North Island was eradicated in the South Island 12 years ago. But it's been spotted for sale online from Christchurch.
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Mt Hutt plans to open two weeks early after snow dump
Canterbury's Mt Hutt Ski Area is planning to open its slopes two weeks early this year, if the weather holds. Mt Hutt Ski manager James McKenzie spoke to Morning Report. Audio
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'Testing for testing's sake': New exams fail to make grade for principals
The government is "testing children to death" with the announcement of a new maths test for the youngest children, says the head of the Principals Federation. Audio
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Govt to spend $100 million to help students with maths
The government is investing $100 million to help primary school children who are struggling with maths. University of Canterbury senior lecturer in Mathematics Education David Pomeroy spoke to Ingrid… Audio
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Lake Hood’s toxic algae levels drop - but not enough to re-open
Testing shows a reduction in toxic algae at Lake Hood, but not enough to have the health warning removed just yet.
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'Nothing like your own bed': Akaroa residents still displaced after storm
Two weeks after flooding and slips hit Banks Peninsula, families remain cut off, businesses are closed, and locals are desperate to return to normal life. Audio
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Akaroa residents still waiting for return home after storm
Audio 12 May 2025The State of Emergency in Canterbury's storm-hit Banks Pensinsula has finally been lifted. But almost two weeks after severe rain lashed the region, causing flooding and slips, some Akaroa residents… Audio
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Christchurch eye surgeon who attempted to murder landlord granted parole
He is set to be released next month.
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Jaye Pukepuke's redemption from criminal to role model
Audio 12 May 2025Jaye Pukepuke was set for a glittering rugby league career in the NRL. Audio
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Canterbury council's freshwater management challenged in court
The first of two back-to-back court cases challenging the Canterbury regional council's freshwater management begins at the Christchurch High Court today.
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What we learned from yet another Warriors thriller over Dragons
The win was their fourth of the season by fewer than six points and moves them to second on the NRL table.
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Akaroa land slip extends Banks Peninsula state of emergency
Residents on Lighthouse Road have now been cut off by the slip for more than a week.
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Warriors survive Dragons comeback for fourth straight victory
The result take the Warriors to second on the NRL table, after 10 rounds.
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Chiefs stun Crusaders, stay top of Super Rugby Pacific table
Clayton McMillan's side scored 32 unanswered points to take the victory.
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Banks Peninsula state of emergency to stay until at least Monday
The land was still saturated after recent rain, meaning there was potential for further slips, council controller Brent Smith said.
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Harvesting time is nuts at busy walnut orchard
The tree shaker and walnut picker-upper are cracking ahead at Heather North and Clive Marsh 16-hectare nuttery near Lincoln. By harvest's end, over 30 tonnes of dried walnuts will be turned into… Audio
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Full Episode for Friday 9 May 2025
There are two sorts of harvest on Country Life this week - muttonbirds on the titi islands and walnuts at one of Canterbury's biggest walnut orchards. Also, a trip into the past to visit an historic… Audio
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Harvesting time is nuts at busy walnut orchard
The walnut harvest is underway at Lightfoot Orchard in Canterbury.
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Tourists called on to help count Kaikōura’s whales
The Great Kaikōura Whale Count will be held throughout the month of June, with volunteers needed to help spot whales as they swim past the Kaikōura coastline.
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Indian Panthers face ejection from basketball league
The franchise has been given 10 days to comply with certain conditions before their participation agreement is terminated.
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Good news for tenants, with more rentals, cheaper prices
More rental properties are available, and lower prices leave tenants $700 a year better off, on average.
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Intense rain and 'pretty wet day' ahead for North Island
Multiple orange warnings have been issued for the upper North Island, and it is not looking much better down south. Audio
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Watch: When will Christchurch get its heart back?
Fourteen years on from the earthquakes, Christchurch city prepares to open a first-class stadium while the Cathedral sits unfinished in an empty Square. The Cathedral project is at a stalemate, and… Video
