Catherine Robertson
Was the Australian election result a surprise?
It is almost guaranteed that Australia will have a third term Liberal National Government. Liberal Leader Scott Morrison has pulled off an incredible victory and it's yet another election where the… Audio
The Panel with Russell Brown and Catherine Robertson (Part 2)
Question of the Day: What was the last protest you went on? National Party leader Simon Bridges is happy to give list MP Alfred Ngaro "the space" to explore the idea of splitting off and setting up a… Audio
The Panel with Russell Brown and Catherine Robertson (Part 1)
It is almost guaranteed that Australia will have a third term Liberal National Government. Liberal Leader Scott Morrison has pulled off an incredible victory and it's yet another election where the… Audio
I've been thinking for 20 May 2019
What the Panelists Catherine Robertson and Russell Brown have been thinking. Audio
Story of the Day for 20 May 2019
In New York City, it seems no one can afford to miss an email or reply to a chat late, even if that means checking their phones when crossing the street. But soon these daredevils could get hit with a… Audio
Three Minutes Max: Catherine Robertson
Author Catherine Robertson has been thinking about the merits of feeling good about not being good at things. Audio
A question you hate being asked?
What wrong with saying where are you originally from as an ice breaker? Audio
Ranking of chip flavours in New Zealand
The Spinoff's definitive ranking of all 122 chip flavours in New Zealand. Audio
Submissions to close today on firearms amendment bill
Just 48 hours after opening, submissions on the Prohibited Firearms, Magazines and Parts Amendment Bill close at 6 o'clock this evening. Waikato University law professor Al Gillespie gave an oral… Audio
Employees now guaranteed work breaks
New changes set to come in force next month will guarantee workers the right to a 10-minute break after two hours' work, and a half-hour break after four, unless otherwise agreed. Plus, economic… Audio
Question of the day for 4 April 2019
Which Democrat do YOU think stands the best chance against Trump in 2020. Audio
Is novelty yoga going too far?
We've got dog yoga, wine yoga, lemur yoga, drunk yoga ... whatever happened to plain old "yoga"? Audio
Schools going back to basics?
Schools around the world are turning away from technology, and back to old-fashioned pen-and-paper learning. Audio
Three NZ journalists detained in Fiji
Three New Zealand journalists detained for about 13 hours in Fiji after trying to interview a controversial Chinese resort developer have now been released. Journalist Michael Field, who wasn't among… Audio
The Panel with Catherine Robertson and Shamubeel Eaqub (Part 2)
Which Democrat do YOU think stands the best chance against Trump in 2020. New changes set to come in force next month will guarantee workers the right to a 10-minute break after two hours' work, and a… Audio
The Panel with Catherine Robertson and Shamubeel Eaqub (Part 1)
Three New Zealand journalists detained for about 13 hours in Fiji after trying to interview a controversial Chinese resort developer have now been released. Journalist Michael Field, who wasn't among… Audio
I've been thinking for 4 April 2019
What the Panelists Catherine Robertson and Shamubeel Eaqub have been thinking about. Audio
Perks we do and don't want
Workplace perks include things like a well-stocked beer fridge, gym memberships, free snacks and meditation rooms. Companies have them mostly, in the name of staff retention. But how much do people… Audio
Fizz free South Auckland events
More Council-run events in South Aucland are to go "fizz-free". One of Mangere's most popular summer events the Portage Crossing had no sugary drinks on site, instead offering free water. Food stalls… Audio
