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Dianne Milne: ' I’d like to see that divide between the rural and the urban communities disappear'
The displacement of traditional beef and sheep farms in favour of dairy has led to social disintegration in New Zealand's farming communities, says rural support advocate Dianne Milne. She was made an… Audio
Dr Ang Jury: 'There are a whole lot of women living safe, healthy, happy lives now that weren't before'
Our next guest is someone who has dedicated her working life to helping women in need. Dr Ang Jury has become an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to victims of family and sexual… Video, Audio
Rodger Fox: 'You can learn jazz and end up in Fat Freddy's Drop'
Jazz training can be a great foundation for a professional music career, but there are still too few opportunities for young Kiwi jazz musicians, says Rodger Fox. The trombonist and music teacher has… Video, Audio
Mental health hikoi: Mike King hands back order of merit medal in protest
High profile mental health campaigner Mike King got emotional as he handed back his order of merit medal today.
He believes the government's mental health funding efforts have failed and no one in… Video, Audio
Robert Bickerton
New Zealand Order of Merit Manager of the Adam Chamber Music Festival, and recently named Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. Audio