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Global Internet Forum responds to Buffalo shooting
A global network set up to quell the spread of manifestly violent online videos has shown its worth in the wake of the horrific killing of 10 people in Buffalo, New York.
A teenager has been charged… Audio
DHB spokesperson defends latest offer to health professionals
Around 10,000 health professionals are taking industrial action over an ongoing pay dispute.
The 10,000 health workers not at work include anaesthetic and laboratory technicians, dental assistants… Audio
Megan Woods on health professionals strike, PM's Covid-19
Around 10,000 health professionals are on strike today over an ongoing pay equity dispute.
The health workers include anaesthetic and laboratory technicians, dental assistants and alcohol and drug… Audio
Top Stories for Monday 16 May 2022
Ten-thousand health professionals are on strike today, Former Arise Church members allege a naked pastor chased an intern', Covid deaths approach one thousand, and for the first time there has been a… Audio
Top Stories for Friday 13 May 2022
In a significant blow to Russia, Finland says it will join NATO, A plea for help to reduce the suicide toll in the construction industry, And Kids are hiding in their rooms to avoid the revolting… Audio
Top Stories for Thursday 12 May 2022
Top stories this morning... Foodstuffs versus Countdown, who's offering the best price cuts?- We'll speak to someone who's been doing the numbers.? The borders are being flung open, with a "fast… Audio
Top Stories for Monday 11 May 2022
Today on RNZ National... More speed limits in Auckland could be slashed after a significant reduction in deaths on roads where the limits have already been lowered. New Zealand schools could get a… Audio
Top Stories for Tuesday 10 May 2022
Top stories this morning... Consumer New Zealand has launched a national petition calling on the government to do more to reduce the power of supermakets. The housing market takes a turn -- there's… Audio
Extra law and order funding won't address drivers of crime - Rawiri Waititi
The government has unveiled a major pre-Budget law and order package, aimed at boosting frontline police officer numbers and combating gang violence.
It's investing more than five-hundred and sixty… Audio
Ukraine opera reopens to offer a place of solace
Opera stars are returning to the stage in Ukraine, amid the despair and destruction inflicted by Russia's invasion.
'Prayer to the Blessed Virgin Mary' is the name of that song, performed by the Lviv… Audio
Non-working royals barred for balcony appearance
Prince Andrew, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been shunned from the family lineup for Queen's Platinum Jubilee infamous balcony appearance.
The Queen has limited the group to 'working royals'… Audio
Councils in NZ have a diversity problem - Local Govt NZ
Local Government New Zealand says councils in this country have a diversity problem.
Women make up just 40 per cent of elected councillors, multi-ethnic and Pacific communities are underrepresented… Audio
Michael Baker expecting Covid-19 case numbers to rise
An epidemiologist is predicting New Zealand's Covid-19 case numbers will rise again over coming months - resulting in increased hospitalisations and deaths.
Professor Michael Baker isn't surprised at… Audio
GNS science still facing charges over Whakaari
GNS Science is still facing two charges for allegedly failing to ensure the safety of pilots flying to Whakaari White Island.
But the chances of a conviction look much lower now after a judge last… Audio
National Party underwhelmed with police boost
The government is promising to boost the number of front line police officers and address gang violence as part of a hefty pre-Budget law and order package.
It's investing more than $560 million over… Audio
Top Stories for Monday 9 May 2022
The government promises more money to boost police numbers and combat gang violence, Thousands of school pupils remain absent from school. In Northland 20 percent haven't returned after the lockdowns… Audio
Chief censor leaving the role today
New Zealand's chief censor, David Shanks, is stepping down from the job today after five years.
It's a confronting job for anyone, and he's likely to be remembered as the man who banned the video of… Audio
Christchurch emergency department staff spat on, punched, harassed
Emergency department staff at Christchurch Hospital are still being punched, spat on, sworn at and sexually harassed by patients, despite efforts to stem the violence and aggression.
Recorded rates… Audio
NZ Broadcasting School review finds bullying rife
An independent review into the New Zealand Broadcasting School in Christchurch has found the school fosters a toxic learning environment where sexual harassment, bullying and harmful behaviour was… Audio
Locals unfazed about threat of Mt Ruapehu eruption
Ruapehu Civil Defence officials have spent part of this week working on plan if there is an eruption.
The central plateau volcano had its strongest tremors in two decades and plumes of steam were… Audio