New Zealand
Covid-19 level 2 rules loosened - what you need to know
The government is loosening up the limit of social gatherings before the weekend and a decision on when the country moves to level one is just weeks away.
Social gatherings of up to 100 people will… Audio
Amy Adams on new role in National rankings under Muller
National MP Amy Adams has cancelled plans to retire from Parliament to instead take the number three spot in the party's shadow cabinet.
The former justice, social housing & social investment… Video, Audio
Remaining backpackers make most of NZ after lockdown
Our borders may be closed but some international backpackers are still making the most of their New Zealand travel dreams.
There are estimated to be up to 150,000 overseas visitors still in the… Video, Audio
Doctors fear rheumatic fever rise may worsen
Doctors fear a rise in the potentially devastating childhood disease rheumatic fever could get worse as the effects of the Covid-19 lockdown hit.
A public health alert has been issued for Wellington… Audio
EQC level 2 rules causing more delays, stress - Christchurch couple
An elderly Christchurch couple are crying foul over EQC's site visit policy under alert level two.
EQC says the measures, outlined in emails to clients, are crucial for staff and customer safety.
… Video, Audio
Evening business for 25 May 2020
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Stuff CEO buys company for $1, plans for staff shareholders
The chief executive of Stuff, who has bought the media company for a dollar from Australian Nine Entertainment, says she has no other financial backers at this stage.
Sinead Boucher told Checkpoint… Video, Audio
Horowhenua feeling lucky after 5.8 quake rattles region
The week got off to a shaky start for many people in Horowhenua, after a strong earthquake rattled the lower north island region on Monday morning.
More than 36,000 people across the country have… Audio
Muller announces new National rankings, with Adams to stay
Senior National MP Amy Adams has backtracked on her retirement plans after last week's change of leadership and is ranked number three on the party's list following a minor reshuffle.
Three days… Audio
Covid-19 level 2: Gatherings up to 100 allowed after Friday
Church services and gatherings of up to 100 people have been given the green light to take place later this week.
It comes after another day with no new Covid-19 cases in New Zealand - our third day… Video, Audio
Rural residency becomes home for stranded US artist
An artist's residency in the Wairarapa has turned into a much longer stay for Kerri McGill, after her flight back to the US was cancelled. But paint and film set scenic artist Kerri McGill is making… Audio
Roy Phillips still going strong 50 years after 'Girlie'
Fifty years ago this week, British-born musician Roy Phillips and his band The Peddlers were on top of the New Zealand music charts with their smash hit, 'Girlie.' Video, Audio
Samoan economy rocked, despite no Covid-19 cases
Samoa continues to have no confirmed cases of Covid-19, but like almost everywhere else in the world, the local economy has been hit hard by lockdown restrictions. Chef and restaurateur Joe Lam joins… Audio
Linda Clark & Richard Harman discuss politics and progress
The change at the top of the National Party's hierarchy and the nation's overall progress under Alert Level 2 are on the agenda for this week's panel discussion, which includes guests Linda Clark and… Audio
Award Winner: HKA Joint Winner at 2020 Voyager Media Awards
RNZ is delighted to announce that He Kākano Ahau is a joint Winner for Best Episodic/Recurrent Podcast at 2020 Voyager Media Awards.
Public Health Response Bill sparks concern in Pacific community
There are concerns among the Pacific community in New Zealand about a possible repeat of the Dawn Raids, in relation to the Public Health Response Bill.
Linking two worlds during lockdown
Raising funds to help those in need during Ramadan can be even harder in lockdown. That certainly isn't stopping three people from across the world who call New Zealand home. Produced by Kadambari… Audio
Linking two worlds during lockdown
Raising funds to help those in need during Ramadan can be even harder in lockdown. That certainly isn't stopping three people from across the world who call New Zealand home. Produced by Kadambari…
AudioProfessor Emrys Westacott: Covid-19 pandemic 'spells the end of the neoliberal era'
Many have revelled in a return to a simpler life due to Covid-19. Professor Emrys Westacott, who wrote The Wisdom of Frugality, says this is a time to reflect on whether the type of society we had… Audio
Professor Michael Baker answers your Covid-19 questions
Professor Michael Baker has been a constant and reassuring presence on Sunday Morning throughout the Covid-19 lockdown period. He returns to answer your questions and ours about the pandemic and the… Audio
