Life And Society
Julie Woods: Connecting the world by dots
Julie is aiming to travel to 60 countries by age 60 to 'connect the world by dots', with a goal of writing one million names in Braille on her journey. Audio
Neighbours fume over abandoned trolley epidemic
A resident says the 50 abandoned shopping trolleys he's found are a sign of "entitlement and laziness".
Marathon man completes 10 Great Walks in nine days
For most people one Great Walk is achievement enough, but Romain Groleau had bigger plans. Audio
On the road with Amanda Luxon
She's NZ's 'first lady', she likes to dance in the kitchen and she's no DIY slouch. Amanda Luxon joins RNZ for a roadie to Waiheke. Audio
Museum stop: Nelson Classic Car Museum
From a 1903 Cadillac to the world's fastest Mini, the museum showcases decades of motoring history. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 7th January
On today's episode, Dame Tariana Turia is laid to rest in Whanganui, Sir Bill English reflects on her legacy and Justin Trudeau resigns after nine years in his country's top office. Plus, the legal… Audio
An island to oneself: Natalie McCondach on Urupukapuka
Four years ago she joined her partner on the island of Urupukapuka. Over the winter months they have no one but themselves and the abundant wildlife for company. Audio
Dolphin rescue at Otago beach
Otago lifesavers swapped beach patrol for dolphin rescue after being alerted to the animal trapped in the shallows of an estuary. It was all hands on deck as members of the public, Department of… Audio
Wellingtonians hope Reading Cinema sale will transform the CBD
There's hope that the sale of a large, derelict building will breathe new life into Wellington's CBD. Real estate group Prime Property has bought the Reading Cinemas building on Courtenay Place but… Audio
Is this New Zealand's best crayfish shop?
"I have never had a summer off in my life," Johnny Clark, whose grandfather started Nins Bin, says.
Museum Stop: Geraldine Military Museum
Located in south Canterbury, the new museum boasts unique memorabilia and a rare collection of tanks, planes and vehicles connected with Aotearoa's wartime history. Audio
Road Trip: Amanda Luxon
'First lady' Amanda Luxon joins Anna to share her passions, what she's been reading, and pick some of her favourite tunes. Audio
Historian David Verran on the historic Symonds Street cemetery
The cemetery in Auckland's inner-city Symonds Street is one of the oldest in the country, and historian David Verran regularly takes people through the grounds on tours. Audio
The science of keeping New Year's Resolutions
It's six days into the new year, which means many New Zealanders could be six days into becoming better, healthier versions of themselves. But what are the chances of people actually following through… Audio
How to 'dare to dream' and make 2025 your best year
Mental performance coach David Niethe has worked with world-class athletes like Dame Lydia Ko and Israel Adesanya. Here are his top tips. Audio
What is the best diet to start your year off with? Nutrition experts weigh in
The award-winning Mediterranean diet has again been named the top of a US diet ranking system, as voted by a selection of nutrition professionals.
The summer I... joined the cricket legends
The gift of a coveted cricket bat turned Simon Wraight into a tall, elegant cricketer, at least in his mind.
The massive effort behind cleaning up after Rhythm and Vines
What happens behind the scenes so that 20,000 can party in the sprawling 700,000sqm Waiohika Estate in Gisborne.
Auckland Zoo Sumatran tiger cub turns one after recent tragedies
Cahya is one of two siblings born on 2 January last year, but the other was euthanised after a head injury on 30 January.
What Muslim women consider when looking for a hair salon
Muslim women who choose to cover their hair have to consider modesty, privacy and gender when going to the salon.
