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Spoken Feature BBC Witness
In 2008, panda-mania hit Taiwan when China gifted the country two giant pandas. This practice known as 'panda diplomacy' is thought to date back as far as the 7th Century. Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan flew… Audio
How does your salary stack up?
New data reveals 'typical' wages across a range of jobs, and shows how where you live affects what you get paid.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 13 June 2024
On today's episode, the Ministry of Health announces one in six positions will be axed amid further jobs cuts; Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson calls for changes to KiwiSaver; our reporter… Audio
Retirement Commissioner calls for changes to KiwiSaver
The retirement commissioner Jane Wrightson has released a comprehensive analysis on how KiwiSaver settings are currently working, and made 15 recommendations. Wrightson spoke to Ben Strang. Audio
A case for government funding community housing
Central government will get more houses if it guarantees funding for local-led community projects, Canterbury's mayor says.
Is Parliament's housing allowance system fit-for-purpose?
MPs' perks are back in the spotlight.
Labour leader on MPs claiming allowance to stay in own homes
Dozens of MPs are being reimbursed for renting their own home, and the Parliamentary register of pecuniary interests shows many MPs have extensive property investments. Labour Party Leader Chris… Audio
Tuesday money tips: travel insurance
Today's new money tip Tuesday feature kicks off with a look at travel insurance, getting the best deal, the fine print of what you're covered for and the loopholes to be aware of. Rebecca Styles from… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 June 2024
On today's episode, our reporter details a reward offered for information that leads to the safe return of the three children of King Country fugitive Tom Phillips; political commentator Bryce Edwards… Audio
MPs under fire over claiming housing allowance
The Prime Minister has defended the right of MPs to claim a housing allowance to live in their own properties in the capital. Political commentator Bryce Edwards spoke to Ben Strang. Audio
Fuel companies quick to hike prices, slow to drop them
Delays in dropping petrol prices are costing drivers $15 million a year, the Commerce Commission says.
Tourism industry grapples with rising costs
The tourism industry is grappling with the cost of living, with bills rising across the board. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
How to get $521 from the government
About a million of us probably miss out on this "free money" every year, which get paid directly into your KiwiSaver account.
How the mega-rich can control the narrative
The international mega-rich have weaponised the legal system to silence critics, investigative writer Tom Burgis claims. Audio
Consumer NZ says people not properly protected against scammers
Consumer NZ says people are not properly protected against scammers and is calling for the Government to force banks to refund victims. Communications and campaigns manager Jessica Walker spoke to… Audio
Money is being found to fund cancer drugs - Nicola Willis
Finance Minister Nicola Willis faces yet another week of questions over promised cancer drug funding Audio
Energy Efficiency (Part 1)
How can we control the humidity in our homes? And what's the best type of heating for each room? With power shortages already on the horizon, we need to make the most of what we've got. Senior Energy… Audio
90% of Auckland boarding houses operating illegally
90% of Auckland boarding houses inspected in the past year appear to be operating illegally, with the Corrections Department and Work and Income are still referring residents to them, Auckland Council… Audio
Cancer patient self funding life extending treatment
A cancer patient speaks to Lisa Owen has had to self fund life extending cancer treatments; battle the bank and question government road funding priorities in the face of broken promises. Audio
Who are the new duo topping the Rich List?
They're the richest siblings in New Zealand, so what do we know about the Mowbrays? Audio
