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Bone Thugs-N-Harmony push out NZ dates to 2026
The US hip hop group were down for a one-off NZ show in October, but say studio commitments have forced them to hold off until May 2026.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 24 September 2025
In today's episode, National's Chris Bishop and Labour's Kieran McAnulty join the political panel, the chief executive of the New Zealand College of Midwives is urging New Zealanders to dismiss Donald… Audio
Is it ok to have kids tag along to appointments? It depends
The school holidays are here, leaving many parents with no options, but to bring their children to appointments.
First Up - The Podcast, Wednesday. 24 September
First Up - The Podcast, Wednesday. 24 September Audio
A chat with New Zealand's chief censor Caroline Flora
What does a chief censor do? Sit there in a comfortable room with a popcorn machine watching new-release movies and reading new release books all day? We were dying to know, so we invited Caroline… Audio
Who will the new Reserve Bank governor be?
The new Reserve Bank governor will be announced by Finance Minister Nicola Willis tomorrow. Audio
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Auckland's Morrisons Funeral's have 700 unclaimed ashes and time is running out… Audio
'Brutal' 18 months sees iconic Wellington coffee brand sell up
Matt Lamason has sold the People's Coffee brand. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 23 September 2025
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 23 September 2025
In today's episode, The government is loosening work-to-residency visa settings, creating two pathways to residence for skilled migrants that will start next year, Six thousand doctors and dentists… Audio
Podcast review: Noble and Context
Podcast critic Ximena Smith reviews Noble and Context. Audio
Wairarapa aims to rekindle the magic of times gone by
For many of us, watching a movie will usually mean logging on to an on-line platform. However, an initiative in Wairarapa is aiming to rekindle the magic and nostalgia of enjoying classic movies as… Audio
Elli and the story of the couple who saved her from the Nazis
An extraordinary Dutch couple who risked their lives sheltering a Jewish girl in World War II, wound up living peacefully in Paekākāriki.
Naseby becomes New Zealand's first Dark Sky community
DarkSky International said a tremendous amount of work went into achieving the certification.
Remembering Ruapehu: 30 years on
It's been 30 years since Mt Ruapehu erupted in 1995, a major event that captured the county's attention. RNZ journalist Stephen Parker spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Far North town eyes global heritage status
A Far North town could be added to a list of the world's great heritage sites. Peter de Graaf reports. Audio
NZ among few UN states yet to back Palestine
New Zealand is among a dwindling number of UN member states that have not taken steps to formally recognise a Palestinian state. Political reporter Anneke Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Significant slump fixed after train forced to turn back
The Northern Explorer train service was forced to turn back on Monday after heavy rain caused a slump beneath the track.
First Up - The Podcast, Tuesday 23 September 2025
First Up - The Podcast, Tuesday 23 September 2025 Audio
Winston Peters to unveil New Zealand's position on Palestinian statehood
As Winston Peters prepares to unveil New Zealand's position on Palestinian statehood, we hit the streets to find out what regular folk reckon Audio
