Ian Telfer
Rugby's conundrum over Israel Folau
An ethical dilemma is is unfolding at Rugby Australia. Its CEO Raelene Castle is torn between Christian player Israel Folau's right to freedom of speech and the human rights issues around what he's… Audio
Behavioural immune system
We may have what researchers call a "behavioural immune system". This kicks in when someone sneezes near you and you back off. If it's too good though it could turn you into a recluse. Audio
Single cigarette sales
A man selling single cigarettes via the internet says it's to help the poor who can't afford the price of a full packet. Audio
Queen St violence
Two particularly violent attacks in Auckland's CBD is leading to a re-think of why it's happening and how to stop it. Audio
NZ Super Fund wants in on Auckland rail
The New Zealand Super Fund has presented the government with a proposal to invest in and run Auckland's new light rail service. Investment specialist Brian Gaynor thinks this is a great idea. Audio
Charter schools returning to the state fold
All charter schools are applying to return to the state system. Is this an admission of failure? Audio
"Commuter carnage" OTT?
A morning of travelling inconveniences in Auckland but was it "commuter carnage"? Audio
The Panel with Lisa Scott and Ian Telfer (Part 2)
We may have what researchers call a "behavioural immune system". This kicks in when someone sneezes near you and you back off. If it's too good though it could turn you into a recluse. What the… Audio
The Panel with Lisa Scott and Ian Telfer (Part 1)
A morning of travelling inconveniences in Auckland but was it "commuter carnage"? All charter schools are applying to return to the state system. Is this an admission of failure? The New Zealand Super… Audio
Dunedin becomes Dun-Ed-in when Ed Sheeran's in town
More than 100,000 people will visit Dunedin this weekend for pop star Ed Sheeran's concerts. Ian Telfer is there, and says the city is gripped in Ed Fever. Video, Audio
Southern DHB promises not to shut Lumsden birthing centre
The Southern district health board is promising not to shut Lumsden's birthing centre until it resolves a battle over the area's pregnancy numbers. The concession was won at a fiery public meeting in… Audio
Uber to launch in Dunedin and Queenstown
Controversial and popular ride-sharing service Uber will launch in Dunedin and Queenstown in May. Ian Telfer asked locals if they'll embrace the transport revolution. Audio
Tiwai toxic waste only 'tip of iceberg' - campaigner
A $4 million deal that will send thousands of tonnes of toxic Tiwai smelter waste overseas has been welcomed by Southland locals, but some are warning there's more to be cleaned up. The liquidators of… Audio
$4 million deal to clean up Tiwai waste stockpiles
Around 22,000 tonnes of partially treated smelter dross has stockpiled in Mataura and Invercargill since the Tiwai processing company, Taha International, went into liquidation 18 months ago. Audio
Lumsden birth centre closure a 'matter of life and death'
Te Anau mother says the community is fighting a plan to closure a baby birthing centre in northern Southland because it is a matter of life and death. A petition against a district health board plan… Audio
Flagship cycling project in Dunedin a "work in progress"
Cyclists say a flagship cycling project in Dunedin is confusing and in some parts badly designed, but the Transport Agency says it's a work in progress and it isn't due to be finished until October. Video, Audio
Otago marine reserves forum fails to get consensus
The South-East Marine Protection Forum met for three years to identify areas to protect the coast between Timaru and Waipapa Point in Southland. It's handing in two competing plans. Video, Audio
Missing dog found five weeks after crash
A Dunedin man, who credits his dog with helping him recover from paralysis, says it's a miracle that he's been reunited with her, five weeks after the Labrador-Huntaway cross disappeared in wake of a… Video, Audio
Shadbolt in first Southland defamation jury trial for 99 years
A defamation trial against Invercargill mayor Tim Shadbolt has been told he used a series of newspaper columns to damage a political opponent. Video, Audio
