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How Halloween cobwebs make frighteningly good DNA collectors
University of Waikato Senior Lecturer of Ecology, Biodiversity and Animal Behaviour Dr Ang McGaughran joins Emile Donovan. Audio
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The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Steve McCabe, Part 2
Audio 31 Oct 2025In part two, after nearly ten years of waiting, a Hamilton school is getting road safety upgrades - but not everyone is happy. Then, the panel talks to Aaron who, along with his family, spend weeks… Audio
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NZ's discontinued treats
In light of Halloween Checkpoint producer Johnny Sutherland spoke to Lisa Owen about the various Kiwi treats that you can't find on New Zealand shelves anymore. Audio
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Stinking voodoo lillies to flower for first time in seven years
Who ever said "be sure to the smell the flowers along the way" probably never sniffed the complex blend of rotting meat, wet dog and sewage; apparently the signature fragrance of Voodoo lillies. It… Audio
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'Like rotting flesh': 'Voodoo' flower blooming just in time for Halloween
With two lilies preparing to bloom at Wellington's Begonia House, there's still time for you to have a sniff - if you dare.
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Critter of the Week: Celaenia aka Bird Dropping Spiders
If you're stuck for a Halloween costume, this week's critter could be a source of inspiration… or not! Meet the bird-dropping spiders (Celaenia species)
Extra extra! Join Forest & Bird CEO Nicola… Audio
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Freaky Friday- Halloween Special!
Time for Freaky Friday! Because today is the Halloween - the spookiest of all days - we've put together a special treat for you; we've got not one, not two, but three ghost stories coming up across… Audio
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Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 31 October 2025
In today's episode, 13 measles cases are confirmed across New Zealand, with more than 2-thousand close contacts identified so far; The Waitangi Tribunal has found New Zealand's citizenship laws are in… Audio
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Dragon hits Island Bay streets for Halloween treats
A dragon will be charging along the streets of Wellington suburb Island Bay tonight in search of Halloween treats. Although this particular dragon has a particular taste for carrots and apples… Audio
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1200 visitors in a day: The Kiwis who freak out for Halloween
Thousands of guests and cauldrons of candy - these locals go all out for the spooky holiday.
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Morning Report Essentials for Friday 31 October 2025
On today's episode, Oyster farmers are outraged after what is believed to be the biggest Wastewater spill into the Mahurangi River, this year; Fonterra shareholders have voted in support of the sale… Audio
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Christchurch woman goes all out for Halloween celebrations
Tonight kids across the country will be walking the streets in their best spooky costumes hoping to score some sugary treats. Halloween hasn't typically been celebrated in New Zealand, but over the… Audio
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First Up from Fri 31 Oct---->
Audio 31 Oct 2025On today's First Up pod: US President Donald Trump has held critical trade talks with Chinese Premier Xi Jinping; it's Halloween and it might not be pumpkin season for us here but Glenn Forsyth is… Audio
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US: Chicago ICE agents told not to teargas trick or treaters
US correspondent Bevan Hurley updates us on Hurricane Melissa from Halloween Central, New York City Audio
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Too scared to watch horror movies? Here are five to ease you into the genre
From a twisted take on Freaky Friday to a deeply satisfying 'eat the rich' fable, here are some Halloween movies that might give you a jolt but won't keep you up at night.
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Parenting: How to keep your kids safe this Halloween
Audio 30 Oct 2025Love it or loathe it - it's that time of year when kids roam loose around neighbourhoods looking for fun and sweets. Audio
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Louvre heist suspects being charged with theft, conspiracy
Dozens of detectives have been on the trail of four thieves who used a cherry-picker truck and cutting gear to break into the museum, then fled with precious jewellery.
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First Up - The Podcast, Thursday 30 October
Audio 30 Oct 2025On today's First Up pod: in Australia - an early Halloween surprise for some students sitting exams; there's growing criticism of the changes to the school curriculum - Labour's education spokesperson… Audio
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Is Halloween too scary for kids?
The gothic and macabre have always held a special fascination for children.
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Do Halloween treats hype kids up?
How to make sure you (all) get a good night's sleep after all the spooky sweets.
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Freaky Friday
Yes, it's that time of the week when we dig into your strange or harrowing stories. Now next Friday is the 31st of October, Halloween, and we want to make sure we have the spookiest story we can find… Audio
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'A little bit spooky, a little bit creepy, a little bit fun': Wellington's Halloween-themed show for horror fans
A Halloween-themed art show has horror enthusiasts crawling out of the woodwork, and into queues on the capital's Cuba Street. Audio
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Halloween-themed art show has horror enthusiasts excited
A halloween-themed art show has horror enthusiasts crawling out of the woodwork - and into queues on the capital's Cuba Street. Wellington reporter, Mary Argue went to Thistle Hall to find out what… Audio
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'A true legend': Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76
Some of music's biggest names are paying tribute to the frontman of British band Black Sabbath, who performed his final concert just two weeks ago. Audio
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How horror is slaying in cinemas
Classic monsters and creepy new hits are doing what billion-dollar blockbusters couldn't - get people back in theatres. Video
