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First term MP James Meager given three portfolios
The Rangitata MP James Meager will be working outside of cabinet as Minister for the South Island, Hunting and Fishing, Youth and Associate Minister of Transport. Meager spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Reti loses health portfolio, Melissa Lee sacked as minister
The newly demoted Health Minister says he accepts the Prime Minister's decision to take the role off him. Shane Reti has been sacked as health minister, with Simeon Brown taking on the portfolio… Audio
Simeon Brown given health portfolio in cabinet reshuffle
Dr Shane Reti has lost his health portfolio in a major cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon. Simeon Brown will take over as Health Minister. Brown spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Out and About: Harriet Robinson in Wellington
Radioactive Programme Director, Harriet Robinson, takes Corey Fuimaono out and about as she reviews recent gigs and events that have taken place in the capital. Audio
Trains on Tape: New Zealand Rail Scene Turns 30
Creator of the New Zealand Rail Scene Lindsay Benbrook joins Corey Fuimaono to discuss how the Rail Scene was founded, and how it's still in action 30 years later. Audio
Gareth Thomas from Goodshirt
Goodshirt holds a special place in New Zealand's music history - a band that, in the early 2000s, carved out a quirky and unmistakable identity in the power pop landscape, and Gareth Thomas from… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 17th January
On today's episode, The deal negotiated between Israel and Hamas ensures at least 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid will enter Gaza every day of the ceasefire, with at least 50 of them carrying fuel… Audio
Dargaville to represent NZ at theatre festival in Monaco
The Dargaville Little Theatre has been selected to represent New Zealand in the World Amateur Theatre Festival in Monaco this year. Troy Matich reports. Audio
Panel: What's coming up in politics in 2025
This year is set to be a big year for the coalition government, with the economy and race relations already hot topics, and a change of deputy Prime Minister on the cards. Political commentators… Audio
Justice Committee to hear 80 hours of oral submissions on Treaty Principles Bill
The Justice Committee will listen to 80 hours of oral submissions on the controversial Treaty Principles Bill, over the course of a month. Justice committee chairperson James Meager spoke to Paddy… Audio
London based musician Arjuna Oakes live in the studio
Singer, songwriter, and composer now based in London Arjuna Oakes joins Mark and Kara live in studio, talking about the their experience making music in London, their upcoming tour, and they even pick… Audio
Samoan Superstar King Kapisi on his favourite New Zealand album
Mark and Kara catch up with the Samoan superstar King Kapisi, and they're keen to hear what his Essential New Zealand Album is. Audio
Rising pop artist Max Allais
2025 has started with a bang for young Kiwi-French musician Max Allais, whose song 'When the Party Ends' has exploded online. Audio
Wētā FX scores two nominations at BAFTAs
The Wellington studio has been recognised in Britain's top movie honours for their visual effects work on two international films.
SailGP roars to life in Tāmaki Makaurau
Thousands are expected on Auckland's waterfront and out on the harbour to watch a 12-strong international field match race their F50 foiling catamarans. Audio
FENZ opens latest recruitment round
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has opened its latest recruitment round and wants more women to apply for career firefighter roles. Firefighter Ady McKenzie spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Taranaki ice swimmer wins junior world championship title
Taranaki ice swimmer Madeline Hobo has added a world championship title to her junior 500m freestyle world record secured in Alexandra last year. Hobo spoke to Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio
Who is Neil Gaiman - the author facing sexual assault allegations in NZ?
The new sexual assault allegations have halted film and TV adaptations of the fantasy writer's work that were in production.
How to talk to your teens about NCEA results
Do you ask the teenager in your life how they did? Do you let them tell you? What do you do if it's not good news? Parenting coach Sheridan Eketone shares some tips. Audio
Latest from the Australian Open
Dave Worsley drops by with the latest from the tennis over the ditch. Audio