Lisa Owen
'Big shift' in Comancheros trial as two cleared of charges
There's been a "big shift" in the trial involving the Comancheros in Auckland.
A media personality and an accountant accused of money laundering for the gang were cleared of the charges today - with… Audio
What do voters think of four-year parliamentary term in NZ?
A four year Parliamentary term got the nod from both major party leaders in Newshub's debate on Wednesday night, but what do voters think?
The concept has been put to the public twice before - in… Audio
Pike re-entry: Workers reach 2km milestone in mine drift
The Pike River recovery operation is nearing another milestone, with workers now almost two kilometres into the mine drift.
Next month will mark 10 years since the mining disaster on the West Coast… Audio
US debates reviewed after disastrous first encounter
In the US the commission that organizes the country's televised presidential debates says it's now reviewing the structure of the encounters after Tuesday night's disastrous standoff between President… Audio
What does Dunedin's Pasifika community want from Election 2020?
As part of RNZ's 2020 election coverage we're looking at communities who are part of the country's changing face and identity.
In the south of the South Island, the burgeoning Pacific population says… Audio
Evening business for 1 October 2020
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Health Minister warns Canterbury DHB over deficit at meeting
The Health Minister has told the indebted Canterbury DHB it's in an unsustainable position and needs to get back on a stable financial footing when he met face to face with officials and staff today.
…Covid-19: 12 new cases in managed isolation from India flight
The largest number of imported cases of Covid-19 in a month were reported today, but health officials say this shows the system is working.
There were 12 cases in managed isolation today - of whom… Audio
Collins' call for wage subsidy refunds 'misguided'- Business NZ
Business New Zealand says National's plans to change legislation to allow for wage subsidy claw backs are 'wrong' and 'misguided'. Audio
Collins' campaign continues in Northland after second debate
Two debates down and it was back on the campaign trail for National leader Judith Collins.
She and her Labour opponent faced off the Newshub debate, but today Ms Collins headed north to unveil a new… Audio
Labour announces fiscal plan on campaign trail in Nelson
Labour leader Jacinda Ardern used a peanut butter factory in Nelson today to announce her party's policy on the cost of living.
It's where the party announced its fiscal plan and how it wants to… Video, Audio
Collins goes vote plucking, while Peters makes 'last stand'
Caucus rates a fired-up leaders' debate as Collins looks to bring voters 'home', while Winston Peters rages as he's 'exonerated'. Video, Audio
Sense Rugby an inclusive sport for kids with disabilities
Rugby's supposedly a sport for people of all shapes and sizes - and while many youngsters want to give the game a go, the traditional weekend model doesn't work for everyone. That's where Sense Rugby… Video, Audio
Auckland Uni students want online exams
Students have spent much of this semester learning online - so believe it would be unfair to make them sit regular tests and should instead sit online, open-book exams. Audio
NZR - South Africa’s Super Rugby decision no surprise
The blame game continues in Super Rugby - with South Africa saying responsibility for its planned move to Europe lies squarely with New Zealand. New Zealand Rugby, though, says South Africa's been… Audio
Snow's melted, but challenges remain for some
A sense of normality has started to return to the lower South Island after a polar blast turned spring into a winter wonderland. While the snow is melting, for some there are still challenges ahead… Audio
Trump, Biden attack each other in 1st US Presidential debate
The first debate of the 2020 US Presidential election has delivered fireworks and drama as both candidates shouted and lobbed personal attacks at each other. Joe Biden described Donald Trump as a liar… Audio
NZ's Olympic team grows by two, despite uncertainty
The New Zealand Olympic Committee is forging ahead with selections - believing they're on track to announce the largest New Zealand team - even if the athletes can't travel overseas to qualifying… Audio
US Correspondent questions if second debate will even go ahead
Donald Trump and Joe Biden are due to go head-to-head again in a little over two weeks' time - but US Correspondent Simon Marks doubts that'll go ahead. He spoke to Lisa Owen following the first… Video, Audio
Evening business for Wednesday 30 September
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio