Covid 19

Two years ago the government said we had "one shot" at wiping out Mycoplasma Bovis, echoing its later stance on Covid-19. It also learned from communications failures in its handling of the cattle… Audio

Popular weeklies Woman’s Day and New Idea were among a whole host of top titles closed down last month by Bauer Media. Lately they’ve reappeared in the shops as Aussie editions with a little bit of… Audio

The latest report by Research NZ on the impact the Covid-19 virus is having on Kiwis' lives has just been released, with results suggesting that one in three Kiwis are only occasionally listening to… Audio

Consultant clinical virologist Dr Chris Smith returns to answer questions about the emerging science around the novel coronavirus pandemic. This week, the WHO suspends clinical trials of… Audio

What does the deteriorating state of the US's relationship with China mean for the two countries, and for the rest of the world? Could the added stress of the Covid-19 pandemic tip an already fragile… Audio

With the large number of people losing their jobs because of Covid-19, Dairy NZ has launched a publicity campaign to encourage people to consider changing careers and get into dairy farming. On June 8… Audio

Agricultural engineer Troy Prendergast has custom-built a free range poultry farm on 11 hectares of land near Te Waihora Lake Ellesmere in Canterbury. "It was something we could do at a large scale… Audio

While the Government is pouring money into Covid-19 recovery for businesses, government departments are coming in for criticism for keeping staff at home.

Some shops and cafes in Wellington's CBD say… Audio

A popular tourist attaction in Rotorua has taken a new approach to drive business this long weekend. 

The Mitai Māori Village is offering a drive through hangi this evening, where cusomters can… Audio

Creative New Zealand is among the largest recipients of government funding to support the creative industry.

The national arts development agency received $25 million from the government to support… Audio

The number of confirmed Covid-19 cases across New Zealand could rise - thanks to a new blood test.

Scientists expect the test to reveal some cases of Covid-19 that were missed because of initial… Audio

From midday today, gatherings of up to 100 people will be allowed as Covid-19 rules are relaxed a little further.

It comes just in time for Muslims who will be able to come together for Friday… Audio

Bungy jumping, hot pools, jet-boat riding, mud baths or a quiet walk around a lake.

Top tourist towns Queenstown and Rotorua are expecting an influx of home-grown visitors this weekend, all looking… Audio

It's the first long weekend since lockdown restrictions were eased, and roads are expected to be crowded.

After weeks of less-than-usual congestion, police are warning drivers to be careful.

Acting… Audio

Regional towns are expected to come alive this long weekend as people get out and about and travel.

With international visitors locked out - tourism businesses are looking forward to a cash injection… Audio

Government ministers aren't receiving up to date figures on businesses that breach the $10 billion wage subsidy scheme, and one Minister's office says "it's not something we're interested in".

The… Audio