National
30 hours allocated for public submissions on Regulatory Standards Bill
Labour's Duncan Webb says the decision is "derisory" and "insulting".
Smart meters cause issues for thousands of Watercare customers
More than 13,000 meters installed in Auckland are faulty, leading to incorrect readings and huge bills. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 25 June 2025
Wallace Chapman previews tonight's instalment of The Panel. Today: Pen-pals. Audio
Bookmarks with composer John Psathas
Ioannis (John) Psathas is one of Aotearoa's most acclaimed composers. He made a name for himself in 2004 by composing the music for the opening ceremony of the Athens Olympics. From there accolades… Audio
Music Critic: Zac Arnold on The Beths and Frances Grass
Our music critic Zac Arnold takes a look at the latest single from local indie rockers The Beths. It's called No Joy and is out today, as is the news that their new album "Straight Line Was a Lie"… Audio
Heading Off: Sinai Desert
This week in our travel segment 'Heading Off', Jesse talks to modern-day nomad, Julie Paterson. Each year, Julie divides her time between New Zealand, the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, and wherever else… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 25 June 2025
In today's episode, an Aucklander who was trapped in Tehran amid the bombings over the past two weeks is finally back in New Zealand, a detective giving evidence in the murder trial of Julia DeLuney… Audio
Child to Parent Violence and Abuse - Breaking the stigma
On average in New Zealand, Police respond to an episode of family violence every four minutes, and yet, it's estimated 67 percent of incidents go unreported. A new study is highlighting an… Audio
Auckland City FC draws with Boca Juniors
Sports reporter Coen Lammers joins Jesse Mulligan from Nashville, TN, to discuss Auckland City FC's draw with Boca Junior; labelled as a 'historic embarrassment' by Argentine media. Audio
Kiwi choir master gets standing ovation on America's Got Talent
Although Astrid Jorgensen's childhood hero Mel B was unsure about the act, the choir director says it has sparked the biggest response she's ever had.
28 Days Later kickstarted the zombie revival, now it's back for another bite
Have you ever heard of a movie trailer so popular that it forced a studio to re-release a 23-year-old film?
Could following the Māori lunar calendar help combat your winter woes?
If you think winter is going to be depressing, it will be depressing - it's about matching the right action at the right time to get the best results, says a maramataka expert.
'Very cold, very damp and very stressful': Kāinga Ora tenant left in water-damaged home
A Otago mother and her son who has a disability were stuck living in a cold, dark and wet house for nearly a week after a hot water cylinder burst.
Hunt for motorcyclist with leg tattoo following fatal hit-and-run
Police and the victim's family are calling for the man to come forward.
Poor seamanship, lack of proper charts led to Hauraki Gulf grounding
Japanese longliner Chokyu Maru No.68 hit The Noises 25km northeast of Auckland last year.
Anna survived a traumatic brain injury. Now she helps children with equine therapy
An accident left Anna Baigent unable to work in the racing industry. Instead she found companionship with the horses.
Guy Montgomery is a big deal in Australia
The Guy Mont-Spelling Bee has earned the Kiwi comedian a nod at the prestigious Australian television awards.
Finalists for Pacific Music Awards announced
The finalists for the Pacific Music Awards have been revealed, with artists Shane Walker and Aaradhna leading the pack. Tahi presenter So'omalo Iteni Schwalger spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
What is the etiquette around calling someone out of the blue?
Does your stomach drop when your phone rings unexpectedly?
Liam Finn records new album in front of an online audience
On his latest album Hyperverse, the Crowded House member sought to capture the excitement of the in-the-moment live experience in a studio setting.
