Covid 19
Fallout continues over Trump's 'loser' comment about US troops
US correspondent Susan Davis looks at the reaction to the President's comment disparaging US war dead, Kamala Harris steps up her role on the campaign trail and attacks the president on race and… Audio
Melbourne lockdown extended by two weeks
The Panel crosses to Melbourne, where lockdown has been extended for two weeks. Audio
British minister on Covid-19 and climate talks with the Pacific
Britain's new minister for the Pacific has been meeting with the region's leaders recently. What have they told them, and why is the UK returning to the Pacific? Audio
Jenene Crossan: Six months of life with Covid-19
Entrepreneur Jenene Crossan became number 37 on the list of confirmed coronavirus cases in this country back in March, but she is still suffering from associated health issues - not to mention dealing… Audio
Niki Caro: Female-driven Mulan an industry game-changer
One of the most anticipated movies of 2020, Mulan was shot on location in NZ, with a cast that included 17 Kiwis and a crew that was 90percent local. And, of course, the director was also a Kiwi, Niki… Audio
My Current Song: Reiki Ruawai - 'Miller'
Raglan-based musician Reiki Ruawai has been playing alongside father Brian in the iconic roots-reggae band Cornerstone Roots for many years, but his new single 'Miller' marks his solo debut. Audio
Cracks in the team of 5 million?
This week the New Zealand Herald admitted a story about public resentment of Auckland's Covid-19 lockdowns didn’t quite fit the facts. But it wasn’t the only heavy headline lately about divisions… Audio
Cracks in the team of 5 million?
This week the New Zealand Herald admitted a story about public resentment of Auckland's Covid-19 lockdowns didn’t quite fit the facts. But it wasn’t the only heavy headline lately about divisions…
AudioWhy working from home is disrupting your sleep patterns
The idea is great in principle, but there are downsides to working from home, including the fact that less clear boundaries between work time and personal time affect our sleep patterns. Dr Jennifer… Audio
The global pandemic is depleting your 'surge capacity'
Humans can draw on their 'surge capacity' for short-term survival in stressful situations. But when the disaster stretches out indefinitely - like the Covid-19 pandemic - your surge capacity can get… Audio
Covid-19: vaccine might need to be re-administered yearly
New Zealand professor Gary McLean is an international authority on coronaviruses. He remains confident there will be a universal vaccine for Covid-19 before long, though he warns it may need to be… Audio
Reaction to the alert level announcement.
Professor Michael Plank, the principal investigator at Te Punaha Matatini talks to Jesse about the 1pm announcement on alert levels not changing around NZ. Audio
Pandemic further entrenches Auckland's inequalities
The level of hardship caused by Covid-19 in Auckland's Pasifika community is causing children to drop out of education to support their families. Audio
The role of steroids in battle against Covid-19
Fewer Covid-19 patients die when given steroids, research published today shows. Audio
Calls from some schools to cancel NCEA exams
Some Auckland principals are calling for NCEA exams to be cancelled due to the major Covid-19-related disruptions this year. Audio
Are cyber attacks on the rise, tech does well despite Covid, can VR save tourism?
Technology commentator Sarah Putt looks at the cyber attacks on the NZX and other companies - should NZ brace for more? Big tech companies are hitting all time highs, even in the middle of a pandemic… Audio
Covid poverty for hundreds of Auckland's Pasifika
Covid-induced hardship in Auckland's Pasifika community is causing children to drop out of school and tertiary education to support their families. Outreach workers say there's been an alarming growth… Audio
Hamilton mayor on Sevens cancellation
Hamilton businesses say the cancellation of next year's world rugby Sevens tournament has come as a blow.
Both the New Zealand and Australian legs of the series have been cancelled due to the… Audio
Health officials yet to think about a move to Alert Level 1
Health officials have yet to put their mind to when Auckland and the rest of the country should return to Alert Level 1.
The Director General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield, made the admission during a… Audio
Challenges for the arts sector in the Covid era
Kathryn is joined by Auckland Art Gallery director Kirsten Lacy to talk about how the arts sector can survive and thrive in a Covid world. The Gallery has had to adapt, with the postponement of… Audio