Felix Walton
Optimism on the rise ahead of library reopening in Pt Chev
Residents and business owners in Auckland's Point Chevalier are feeling optimistic as shoplifting is finally under control and their library re-opens. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Experts say NZ's in the danger zone for a measles outbreak
Experts says New Zealand is in the danger zone for a measles outbreak, but it could be prevented if more people get vaccinated. It comes after Health NZ identified a possible super spreader event on… Audio
Tourism sector on hiring spree as summer approaches
The tourism sector is on a hiring spree as summer fast approaches, but some businesses are finding it difficult to get good candidates. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Defence Minister Collins hopes to increase NZ made weapons
"Made in New Zealand" - Defence Minister Judith Collins hopes to put that label on more drones and weapons around the world. The new Defence Industry Strategy, announced today, aims to boost local… Audio
Cruise season returns, but fewer ships are docking
The cruise season is back underway, but far fewer ships are coming our way. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Auckland Council impounds over 10,000 dogs in year
Auckland council's animal control staff are busier than ever, impounding more than 10,000 dogs over the past year. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Striking nurses 'sick of system not allowing us to do our jobs'
"Tired, sick and absolutely devastated by a system that is not allowing us to do our jobs." That from one of the 36,000 nurses on strike today - as the lengthy negotiations between Health NZ and the… Audio
Striking Stuff staff say latest pay rise offer is 'insulting'
The union representing media workers at Stuff have described the latest pay rise offer as "insulting". This afternoon more than 150 journalists and other staff walked off the job and began picketing… Audio
Jetstar apologises to customers as it faces fines
Budget airline Jetstar has apologised for letting down its New Zealand customers as it faces a potentially hefty fine after pleading guilty to misleding flyers about their rights. The Commerce… Audio
Schools desperate for staff as winter illness takes hold
Schools across the country are desperate for staff as winter illness knocks teachers and students out of commission. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Pre-schoolers learning the power of worm farms
South Auckland pre-schoolers are learning the value of getting their hands dirty to grow fresh fruit and veggies, and the awesome power of the humble earthworm to get it to go absolutely gangbusters… Audio
Woman arrested over toddler case
A woman's been arrested after a toddler was found in a suitcase on an Intercity bus. The two year old was found when the Intercity bus made a planned stop in the Northland town of Kaiwaka, and a… Audio
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited aims to build international brand to attract visitors
Auckland's tourism sector is embracing Māori and Pasifika culture as the city's cultural agency, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, aims to build a more distinct international brand for the city. Felix Walton… Audio
Push to ban helicopters in Auckland suburbs caught in web of bureaucracy
A push to stop helicopters from landing or taking off in Auckland suburbs has become ensnared in a web of bureaucracy. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Pair of sniffer dogs who failed training looking for new homes
A pair of Auckland sniffer dogs who couldn't pass their training are looking for new homes. Biosecurity NZ said Bernard the beagle would be better suited to a life of leisure than the fast-paced world… Audio
Waiuku locals call for speed limit enforcements after crash kills three
Locals in the town of Waiuku are sounding the alarm over a narrow, bumpy road that claimed the lives of a woman and two children yesterday afternoon. Concerned residents have said Masters Road is too… Audio
Northland cut off during Auckland's Covid lockdown: businesses
Northland's business community says Auckland was one of the region's biggest obstacles during the Covid-19 pandemic. Felix Walton reports. Audio
Kids learn dog safety lessons, as roaming attacks continue
A pre-school in south Auckland is teaching its tamariki how to be safe around dogs, as roaming pets continue to attack and harass families. Felix Walton reports. Audio
The 100 top restaurant dishes in Auckland
Aucklanders have nominated the city's top 100 restaurant dishes. The fifth annual 'Iconic Auckland Eats' list whittled down well over 3000 submissions to a selection of 100 local restaurants. Felix… Audio
Property valuations drop for Auckland
Council valuations or CV's for Auckland's 630-thousand homes have decreased by an average of 9 percent. For many, the drop is unnerving and a tough pill to swallow, especially after the highs of 2021… Audio