Lisa Owen
Murder trial: Son 'couldn't cope' with ailing mother
Warning: Report includes graphic details that may be distressing to some listeners.
A man accused of murdering his mother told a family friend he couldn't cope shortly before he attacked her with a… Audio
Weather: Kaikohe suffering under severe water restrictions
The small Far North town of Kaikohe is now facing its second week of level four water restrictions, and with no rain in sight - things are set to stay that way.
It's devastating for the small town… Video, Audio
NZers on Diamond Princess urged to evacuate with Australians
New Zealanders on the Diamond Princess are being strongly encouraged to take an Australian flight out of Tokyo - or risk being stopped from boarding a commercial flight.
Eleven New Zealanders have… Video, Audio
Peters keeps govt roles as Serious Fraud Office investigates
The Prime Minister will take no action against her Deputy, and New Zealand First leader Winston Peters, with confirmation of a Serious Fraud Office investigation.
As the SFO prepares to prosecute… Video, Audio
Hundreds of cyclists make tribute ride for Brent Norriss
Hundreds of cyclists have left Parliament as part of a tribute ride for Brent Norriss, who was killed whilst cycling on State Highway Two near Wellington.
The 65-year-old died after he was hit by a… Video, Audio
Elton John's second Auckland show postponed
Elton John has been advised by doctors to move tomorrow's night scheduled gig to Wednesday.
On Sunday night, Sir Elton managed to pull through half of the concert in Auckland's Mt Smart with walking… Audio
Coronavirus: Nightmare nearly over for Americans on cruise ship
The cruise that turned into a nightmare for 400 Americans might be over but for 3000 passengers remaining on the Diamond Princess cruise ship, their fate is still up in the air.
The US government… Video, Audio
Coronavirus: NZers on Diamond Princess wait on evacuation news
New Zealanders quarantined on the Diamond Princess still don't know if they'll be evacuated home, just two days before they're due to disembark.
Eleven New Zealanders are on board the ship in Japan… Audio
Cricket: Black Caps' Kyle Jamieson opens up on struggles
Black Caps newcomer Kyle Jamieson has opened up about his mental health struggles - admitting it hasn't all been rosey in his rise to the New Zealand team.
The 25-year-old seam bowler shone during… Audio
Group saving birds from fishing gear on Wellington coast
In Wellington a small group of volunteers are trying to save injured birds, many of whom are caught in lost, broken or abandoned fishing equipment.
Hayden James started Lower Hutt Kereru Rescue two… Video, Audio
Boy racers in sights of Christchurch's new Eagle helicopter
Christchurch boy-racers are in the sights of the newly deployed police Eagle helicopter that begins patrolling the city's skies from Monday.
The Bell 429 is on loan from Auckland and will be trialed… Video, Audio
Man gives evidence in NZ's first slavery trial
A man giving evidence in the country's first slavery and human trafficking trial, has described being paid twenty dollars a week for working 16-hour days, six days a week.
He is one of 13… Audio
Ardern dodges questions on Peters' pictures of journalists
The Prime Minister has not raised any red flags with Winston Peters over his role in alleged covert filming of journalists, saying it is not a matter for her to be involved in.
Photos of journalists… Audio
Evening business for 17 February 2020
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
'Football, meat pies, kangaroos and Holden cars - it's part of our heritage'
Some car enthusiasts will be Holden back the tears after general motors today confirmed production of the classic brand will be coasting to a halt by the end of next year.
About 600 Australian staff… Video, Audio
Crown opens case against man accused of murdering mother
The Crown has opened its case against a West Auckland man who attacked his mother with a hammer before fleeing the scene and calling the police.
Martin Marinovich is on trial in the High Court at… Audio
Coronavirus: Govt pledges $11m boost as tourism numbers fall
The government has announced an $11 million package to help the tourism industry as it faces the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern made the announcement at her… Audio
Elton John postponed - what are ticket-holders' rights?
Sir Elton John has been advised by doctors to move Tuesday night's Auckland concert to Wednesday.
It comes after the pop legend was diagnosed with walking pneumonia, forcing him to pull the plug 16… Video, Audio
National hints tax cuts on offer but no details yet
The National Party is dangling an election year carrot - tax cuts - but is still holding back all of the details.
In his 'State of the Nation' speech, leader Simon Bridges said New Zealanders were… Audio
Abortion Legislation Bill report recommends safeguards
The Abortion Legislation Committee has delivered its much anticipated report on the Abortion Legislation Bill.
Among the recommendations the committee wants safeguards to address sex selection… Audio