Life And Society
Large gang tangi held in Lower Hutt and Porirua
The Police Minister is confident officers have the power and resources to control a large gang tangi in Lower Hutt and Porirua on Tuesday despite reports of disruption and intimidation. Police… Audio
Costs of haircuts continue to rise
Hair, its something we've all got, well most of us lucky ones anyway. But unless you're Forrest Gump, hair comes with the need to cut, trim, colour, straighen, tint, shave, you name it. First Up's… Audio
Is it time for us to go back to sex education?
If you learned about sex from unreliable sources as a teenager off in the distant past, experts reckon it might be time to re-boot your learning.
Are people spending less on their hair?
As the cost of living crisis hits people in the pocket, are they cutting back?
The case for a more fun New Zealand
The Detail: During New Zealand Play Week, experts say play should be mandatory, and a bit riskier.
Mr NZ Body Board Shorts celebrates body building win
Thomas Duggan didn't skip leg day, he took out the Body Board-Shorts category at the National Body Building Championships over the weekend. Audio
Costs of haircuts goes up, people let their hair grow
How much do you pay for a haircut? Many are saying too much, Leonard Powell went to find out.. Audio
New Zealand's state of play
The Detail: During New Zealand Play Week, experts say play should be mandatory, and a bit riskier. Audio
Why dogs love life - unpacked by a philosopher
Ever wonder why dogs seem to be having so much fun all the time? Philosophy can tell us something about it - and why we're a bit different, an American academic says. Audio
Prince William and Diana visit homeless charity in previously unseen photos
Prince William has opened up about how a powerful childhood experience with his brother and late mother helped shape his work in combating homelessness.
NZ author on finding humour in hard family situations
Coming out to family can be really difficult, but what happens when it results in someone being disowned? Audio
Say it ain't so: Why we love to hate Americanisms
Zee instead of S, napkins instead of serviettes, trunks, bangs and take-out: Socio-linguist Dr Julia de Bres talks Americanisms, and why we love to hate them. Audio
Australia rejects US right-wing broadcaster's visit - will NZ?
A controversial right-wing US broadcaster, whose entry to Australia was recently blocked, has applied for a New Zealand visa.
How to talk to teens about eating disorders
Disordered eating isn't always easy to detect yet it affects about 30 percent of teen girls, 15 percent of teen boys and many in the transgender population. Audio
Mike King calls for unity ahead of Gumboot Friday
In the leadup to Gumboot Friday 2025, mental health advocate Mike King calls on everyone to unite and support a "greater cause": the mental well-being of our rangatahi.
The story of the Polish refugees who found safety in New Zealand
Eighty years ago, 733 shaven-headed children arrived in New Zealand as refugees from Poland - now Pahīatua, their adopted home, is welcoming some back, along with their descendants. Video, Audio
A cookbook for being 'intelligently lazy' in the kitchen
Margo and Rosa Flanagan - known as Two Raw Sisters - have a new cookbook which they say is all about saving people time and money. Audio
Dr Hinemoa Elder: How Māori proverbs can support children's wellbeing
Over nearly 20 years as a child psychiatrist, Dr Hinemoa Elder has witnessed first-hand how connection with culture can help Māori youth navigate and heal from challenges. Audio
Salmonella Dub embraces nature on their new album
Once a "bad-taste" Christchurch covers band, Salmonella Dub is now a world-class drum and bass act whose distinctly Kiwi flavour is stronger than ever. Video, Audio
Carving out a better life
Former gang member Sully Paea has dedicated decades to youth work and taught himself how to carve vaka during the pandemic. Audio
