Life And Society
Creating a year-round garden at no cost
You may have heard of permaculture, how about hugelkultur? What actually are they and can they help you grow your own food without spending any money? Katy Gosset gets the answers at a community… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 9 September 2024
On today's episode, police are investigating an email that was sent to staff at a Muslim primary school in Auckland, prompting the school and several others to close or restrict access, the Treaty… Audio
Miss Fiji pageant turns ugly amid corruption allegations
The Miss Fiji pageant has turned ugly with allegations of corruption in the voting process and the winner stripped of her crown. One of the judges, Melissa White, lives in Bay of Plenty, and spoke to… Audio
Taking the art of capoeira beyond Brazil
Leandro Vasquez of Abada Capoeira Auckland talks about celebrating the sense of community, art and camaraderie born out of this art.
How music therapy might just change a life
For many, music is a central part of life, but often we don't realise how it helps people psychologically and physiologically. Audio
Help! How can I get rid of the mould in my house?
It doesn't take much for mould to get a grip on your home, which can have serious repercussions. Here's what to do.
Raw milk - social media fad or superfood?
'Don't drink raw milk because some hot chick on Instagram told you to,' an agricultural expert says. Audio
Scooter-rider's altercation with parents, kids at skate park
Police were called after the run-in at a Tauranga skate park. Audio
Navigating an anxious world
Most of us feel anxious from time to time, but what happens when it interferes with our daily lives? Ex-lead crisis negotiator, Lance Burdett, is the author of Anxiety is a Worry, providing practical… Audio
Giving a voice to children during family separation
Last year an act was passed that created provision for families and children going through separation to attend out-of-court mediation. This service, which aims to enhance the wellbeing for children… Audio
How do your kitchen and bathroom compare to Aotearoa's best?
Judges said the kitchen was "a level above".
This Weekend: The Hakatere Noodle Festival
Ana Taufa is the Hakatere Multicultural Council's coordinator and joins Emile Donovan. Audio
The Panel with Selwyn Manning & Lynda Hallinan (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Selwyn Manning & Lynda Hallinan discuss Wellingtons newest $550k bike rack, your favourite fruit trees and the big Alien conspiracy. Selwyn Manning… Audio
Weekend Stuff: getting ready in the garden for summer
Kate Hillier, garden consultant and horticulturist, has the perfect plan to get your garden ready for summer. It begins with the lawn ... Audio
Freaky Friday: the stained-glass window
Valarie calls her daughter in the US and then things get weird ... Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 6 September 2024
On today's episode, There's been resounding support for Aotearoa's new monarch - Kuini Nga wai hono I te po. The 27-year-old succeeds her father, Kingi Tuheitia who was laid to rest on Friday, police… Audio
Festival celebrating Northland talent begins
A festival celebrating talent from around Northland gets underway this weekend. Co-director Dave Armstrong spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Why we shouldn't take health advice from Elle Macpherson
Experts and survivors say the supermodel's remarks about cancer are dangerous and could have tragic outcomes.
Female mechanic on empowering women on car maintenance
Women are sick of being ripped off by mechanics - Melissa Hannan is running classes for women wanting to know more about their cars. Audio
The secret lives of 'soft-swinging' Mormon wives
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives picks up on a TikTok drama for the ages: a group of women embroiled in a Mormon swinging scandal. Video
