Life And Society

New Zealand is split along Covid-19 lines from level 2 to level 4.

RNZ reporters hit the streets to see what it was like. Audio

It's not easy being in Auckland - the team of 1.6 million are doing it tough for the rest of us.

Kaiora Tipene, who runs Tipene Funerals with her husband Francis, and NZ Herald senior writer Simon… Audio

The Covid-19 split has just got deeper. Most of the country - 3.2 million - have slipped into level 2 restrictions - while 1.6 million Aucklanders continue to hunker down at level 4.

Reporters were… Audio

And we were wondering what happens as all usual facilities reopen under Delta Level 2. So we head a bit further north to Wellington, and talk to Lorinda Thomas from Wellington City Council libraries.

Trips to and from Northland look set to remain highly restricted, despite the region's drop in alert levels.

Northland will join the rest of the country - apart from Auckland - at alert level 2 at… Audio

Many ethnic groups have been missing community events and religious gatherings during lockdown and are looking forward to entering level 2. 

Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin caught up with… Audio

By the end of Tuesday, most of the country will move back to alert level 2 - but this time its level 2, delta style.

The new rules mean cinemas, restaurants, bars, and night clubs can open back up… Audio

From a life in California to finding herself homeless, a woman stuck in Westport has seen a series of misadventures the past 18 months.

Covid-19 has left Pat MacLeod stranded - and has also cancelled… Audio

This week on TradeMe, the team have thrown together a list of the most interesting auctions on site - from an Old BNZ building in the deep south, to something a little newer made from shipping… Audio

Lockdown means we're at home almost 24/7. So what are people choosing to wear each day - is it pyjamas and sports gear on repeat or are some people actually getting dressed for work?

Reporter Louise… Video, Audio

The Maritime Union is furious outgoing Ports of Auckland chief executive Tony Gibson has been paid nearly $1.8 million before leaving the company.

Gibson, who resigned in May, is facing health and… Video, Audio

Neighbours of the LynnMall terrorist are shocked such a dangerous person was living in their West Auckland street and question why the authorities allowed it.

Ahamed Aathill Mohamed Samsudeen was… Audio

Surfing expert and General Manager of Surfing New Zealand, Ben Kennings, teaches Jesse how to get started in the sport.  Audio

If you've got a bit lazy during lockdown you're not alone.

A study in England found almost one-third of participants started lockdown getting plenty of exercise, but their efforts went downhill… Audio

Among other topics this morning, our panellists will be discussing this year's Father's Day, what the future of the pandemic will look like, our country's evident obsession with fast food, and the… Audio

Today Lynda has some helpful tips for gardening to attract bees to your garden now that warmer weather is about kick in. Audio