Life And Society
The election workers counting for democracy
From preparations that begin two years out, to a double vote count after the polls close, our elections are a massive logistical exercise.
AudioMan wins Family Court order to disown twins likely sired during threesome
A man has successfully won a court order to legally disown twins who were likely fathered during threesomes between him, his wife and another man.
The Pre-Panel with Andrew Clay and Nalini Baruch
Wallace and panellists Nalini Baruch and Andrew Clay discuss Fijian language week and the benefits of kava.
Plus, our panellists tell us what has been on their mind this week. Audio
The 'puzzle' of parenting adult children in 2023
Generational and cultural changes mean that parenting adult children today is very different to any time before, says psychology professor Lawrence Steinberg. "It's uncharted territory and filled with… Audio
Collectors Corner: Faye's vintage sewing machines
A recent addition to the weekly Afternoons roster, Collectors Corner sees Jesse speak to our listeners about their quirky collections. If you're a collector and would like to tell us about the things… Audio
Auckland man breaks bungy jumping world record
While many of you were fast asleep Tuesday night, an Auckland man set a new world record - by jumping off the Harbour Bridge 941 times in 24 hours.
Mike Heard was chasing the record of 765 bungee… Audio
Cost of living in NZ will affect Pasifika children's learning - researcher
Researcher warns high cost of living in New Zealand will affect Pasifika children's learning. Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Millie Silvester
This week on TradeMe - a New Zealand designed and built Volkswagen Beetle with a bit of a difference - and a South Auckland house, straight out of the better part of the 1980s. But first, producer… Audio
Man tries to bounce into record book with most bungees in 24 hours
A man is trying bounce his way back into the record books, for the most bungees in 24 hours. Mike Heard hopes to complete more than 765 bungy jumps off the Auckland Harbour Bridge, by tomorrow… Video, Audio
Otago university warns a student could be killed in flat initiation
Otago university's warning a student could be killed or seriously harmed in flat initiations that can quickly lead to bullying, intimidation and harassment. And it's written to flats it knows are… Video, Audio
NZ bungy jumper Mike Hedge already 200 jumps into record attempt
New Zealand bungy jump enthusiast Mike Heard is now closing in on six hours of consecutive jumps from the Auckland Harbour Bridge, as he vies to break the record for the most bungies in 24 hours.
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Aid groups rush to villages after large earthquake in Afghanistan
Aid groups rushing to villages devastated by a powerful earthquake in Afghanistan say the impacts are worse than originally thought.
A 6.3 magnitude quake hit the country over the weekend with a… Audio
Mike Heard attempts most bungy jumps in 24 hours for charity
If you're passing over the Auckland Harbour Bridge today, spare a thought for the man underneath hanging from a bungy rope. Mike Heard is no stranger to Bungy jumping for a cause, and today he will be… Audio
'Pacific Food Revolution' co-host makes TV debut
Celebrity chef and activist Robert Oliver is on a mission to revitalise Pacific food by showcasing local cuisine knowledge. Season three of his reality show 'Pacific Food Revolution' launched on TV1… Audio
How to talk politics with your mates: Don't mention the E word
Talking politics is never easy, but tricky conversations are getting harder to avoid ahead of the election. The experts weigh in on how to emerge from a political conversation with dignity intact.
NZ Jewish Council says community is 'reeling' over attacks
Israeli and Hamas fighters continue to violently clash after a shock mass assault by the militant group on Israeli territory.
New Zealand's Jewish community is reeling. Juliet Moses from the New… Audio
Spare fruit inspires Ugly's community pantry
We all see those trees around the neighbourhood laden with fruit that never gets eaten, resigned to falling away and rotting on the ground. Well a Devonport man thought enough with the waste, there… Audio
"It would be a foolish move" - Community organizations speak up against closing ministries
ACT Party wants to close demographic ministries like the Ministry for Ethnic Communities, and in this episode we're talking to community organizations who are concerned about this possibility and it's… Audio
"It would be a foolish move" - Community organizations speak up against closing ministries
ACT Party wants to close demographic ministries like the Ministry for Ethnic Communities, and in this episode we're talking to community organizations who are concerned about this possibility and it's…
AudioDog trialling is in the blood
Country Life - Tutira farmer Clark Chrystal wasn't expecting to win the national and South Island sheep dog trial's zig zag hunt in May. Audio
