Lynn Freeman

Can young readers deal with complex themes, issues and feelings? The judges for the 2021 New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults say yes, and writers are crediting their readers with… Audio, Gallery

Sam Duckor-Jones takes on God and politics in his new poetry collection, Party Legend. Sam, who's also a sculptor, won the Biggs Poetry Prize from Victoria University of Wellington in 2017. Audio

The Wairarapa just north of Wellington has applied to become the country's latest Dark Sky Reserve. And a new exhibition is encouraging people to look up at the night sky and soak up the darkness. But… Audio, Gallery

From set decoration, making props, models and costumes and art direction to cinematography and special effects, Philip Sharpe's film CV makes for impressive reading. He's worked on major motion… Audio, Gallery

This time 20 years ago - virtually to the day - marked the launch of Radio New Zealand's brand new daily arts show, What's Going On. Since then it's gone weekly, changed its name a couple of times but… Audio

Sally Wenley reviews Sixteen Horses by Greg Buchanan, published by Macmillan. Audio

Emma John speaks with Lynn Freeman about embracing single life in a world where being in a couple is seen as the endgame. Marital bliss has failed to materialise for Emma, she hasn't found her 'other… Audio

Ed has an update on Japan and the Olympic games, with the International Olympic Committee insisting that the games can and will go ahead despite frustratingly high Covid-19 infection numbers and a… Audio

Actor Jeremy Randerson explores the ethics of saving native over other creatures in a sold out outdoor show in the mid-winter Lōemis Festival. Kobolds takes place in the dark in a park in the… Audio

There is concern in Wellington art circles over the axing of a key role at Wellington's City Gallery. Experience Wellington, owned by the city council, operates six cultural institutions, including… Audio

A new report finds children are being short-changed in primary school classrooms, with teachers and principals telling a review they need more time and resources to to do their jobs properly. Audio

Blackcap Devon Conway's incredible double century at Lords, Super Rugby, the rocky road to the Tokyo Olympics and more. Audio

Iconic Irish shoegaze band My Bloody Valentine are reissuing their entire catalogue on vinyl over the coming months, starting with their three studio albums. We'll hear a couple of key tracks from… Audio

There has been a serious crash in Ashburton this morning. RNZ understand there may be multiple fatalities. Lynn talks to Christchurch reporter Kim Moodie. Audio

Reviewer for Unity Books Wellington John Duke reviews Albert and the Whale by Philip Hoare, published by Fourth Estate. Audio