Life And Society
NZDF's Air Marshall Kevin Short discusses tributes to the Queen
The New Zealand Defence Force will play a major role in the coming 10 days of commemoration events for her Majesty the Queen. A State Memorial Service will take place within that time, as well as a… Audio
Dame Jenny Shipley says the Queen was fun, curious, engaging
Former Prime Minister Dame Jenny Shipley says Queen Elizabeth was fun, curious and engaging and showed exceptional knowledge of New Zealand issues. She told Susie Ferguson the Queen gave stability to… Audio
Queen's death: London correspondent say Britain is in mourning
In the United Kingdom, bells have rang out at St Paul's Cathedral, Windsor and Westminster Abbey and gun salutes took place across Britain to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II King Charles III and… Audio
Queen lies at Balmoral, before a procession down the country
The Queen remains laying at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Her body will soon begin the journey down the country in a procession to London, where her funeral will take place at Westminster. Susie… Audio
Queen's Birthday public holiday to remain, with new title
Kiwis can rest assured, their annual royal public holiday will still be observed - at the same time each year - even though Queen Elizabeth has died.
Nau Mai Town - Coming Soon
Ever wondered about the stories behind some of our place names? Justine Murray finds out more from those who live in heartland Aotearoa. Audio
'Today is a remarkable moment in history' says Helen Clark fmr Prime Minister
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark said today was a remarkable moment in history. Audio
The UK mourns the Queen's death
Queen Elizabeth the Second has died at the age of 96 at her estate in Balmoral, Scotland.
The Crown has transferred to King Charles III who has automatically become New Zealand's Head of State.
In… Audio
Dunedin locals share their stories about Queen Elizabeth II
RNZ reporter Tess Brunton spoke to Māni Dunlop about what she's been hearing from people in Dunedin. Audio
Māori King Kiingi Tūheitia pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
The Māori King, Kiingi Tūheitia, has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II who visited Turangawaewae marae many times and had a close relationship with the Kiingitanga.
The Kiingitanga, one of the… Audio
South Aucklanders express sadness over Queen's death
RNZ reporter Rayssa Almeida spoke to Māni Dunlop about what people have been saying about the Queen's death in Ōtahuhu, South Auckland. Audio
Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro honours Head of State
The Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro has honoured the passing of the Head of State.
Dame Cindy asked the public to join together this evening to mark the Queen's lifetime of service.
In Wellington… Audio
New Zealand flags at half-mast following Queen's death
Flags in New Zealand are at half-mast, and condolence books are being placed in public buildings throughout the country.
New Zealanders have shared tributes after waking up to the news.
Queen… Audio
World marks death of Queen Elizabeth II
The world is mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth the Second, who has died at the age of 96 at her estate in Balmoral, Scotland.
The Crown has transferred to King Charles the third, who is now New… Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Queen Elizabeth II: Sir Geoffrey Palmer on Queen's passing
The Queen has died, aged 96. Queen Elizabeth II was the UK's longest-reigning monarch.
Former Prime Minister and constitution expert Sir Geoffrey Palmer met the Queen on a number of occasions.
He… Audio
Queen Elizabeth II: Organisations remember their patron
Queen Elizabeth the second was patron to five New Zealand organisations, including groups which covered her life long interests in horse racing and the armed forces.
Queen Elizabeth died today aged… Audio
Queen Elizabeth II: Remembering her time first in NZ
Queen Elizabeth's most important visit to Aotearoa came in 1953.
It marked the first time a reigning British Monarch had set foot in the country.
The occasion was a focus of intense celebration, but… Audio
Queen Elizabeth II: Young monarchist deeply saddened by death
Whanganui District Councillor Josh Chandulal-Mackay describes himself as a young monarchist and was deeply saddened by the death of the Queen.
The 27-year-old told Joe Porter he believes New Zealand… Audio
Queen Elizabeth II: Rawiri Waititi speaks on death
Queen Elizabeth the second, Britain's longest reigning monarch, has died peacefully at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
Members of the public have been gathering there, and at Windsor Castle and… Audio
