Timeline
This page contains all audio and news items we publish, in chronological order, with the most recent first.
'Out of place': Indian migrants disconnected from old, new homelands
Despite living in New Zealand for decades, some Kiwis of Indian origin feel disconnected from their adopted homeland, but having ties to South Asia has some advantages too.
Ashburton mayor on user-pays model for Chch stadium
A proposal that Mid Canterbury residents pay more to attend events at the new Christchurch stadium has the backing of Ashburton's mayor. Ashburton District mayor Neil Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Law students at Vic Uni to do handwritten tests due to AI fears
Victoria University law students are being told that some of their exams will now have to be handwritten, to prevent against the threat of AI cheating from laptops. Victoria University student… Audio
Commuter queues build after fatal crash on Auckland highway
Crashes near the Harbour bridge and on SH20 caused traffic backups.
Erica Stanford hanging out 'welcome sign' to hackers - Hipkins
Labour Leader Chris Hipkins says there's no justification for Education Minister Erica Stanford to use her personal email address for work business. Audio
Earthquake standards risk turning Stratford into 'ghost town'
Businesses in Stratford say stickers slapped on dozens of buildings warning they are quake-prone, risk turning the Taranaki provincial hub into a ghost town. Our Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio
Sean 'Diddy' Combs is about to go on trial. Here's what you need to know
Music's #MeToo movement has arrived. Here's what to expect from the Diddy trial.
Met Gala set to begin in New York
The Met Gala returns to New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art, drawing a bevy of A-list celebrities for a night of exhibition-viewing, dinner and drinks. Entertainment correspondent Kate Rodger spoke… Audio
Sports Chat for 6 May 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
'$200' painting sells for $31,000 after being identified as possible McCahon
The artwork was originally thought to be worth about $200 until it was identified as a possible Colin McCahon on the day of sale.
Luxon 'relaxed' over Erica Stanford's use of personal email for work
The Cabinet manual says Ministers should avoid using their personal email account or phone, Audio
President Trump announces 100 percent tariffs for non US made films
New Zealand's film industry is hoping for another plot twist after US President Donald Trump announced a 100 percent tariff on films that aren't made in America. Entertainment correspondent Sandro… Audio
Homegrown festival announces Hamilton as new home
When the music festival called it a day in Wellington this year, nine other cities raised their hand to host.
Former police commissioner heads over the ditch to Australia
Mike Bush is set to be named as the new Victoria Police chief commissioner. Audio
Education Minister Erica Stanford used personal email for govt docs
Official Information documents show Education Minister Erica Stanford had forwarded emails to her personal email address, some of which included details of government policies and Budget documents… Audio
Labour slams Erica Stanford over using personal email address
The Opposition leader says there is no justification for the Education Minister, Erica Stanford, to have been using a personal email address to access documents, including unreleased pre-Budget… Audio
Sports News for 6 May 2025
ANZ Premiership coaches are expecting a bit of trial and error as they adapt to a major rule change this season. Audio
MSD doesn't know if benefit sanctions leading people into work, says aim is compliance
The Ministry of Social Development says sanctions are for ensuring compliance with benefit obligations, rather than directly helping people into employment.
'Quite confusing' Film industry seeks details as Trump suggests 100% movie tariff
The US president announced a plan for a 100 percent tariff on movies made outside the US but the White House says no final decisions have been made. Audio
Homegrown festival returns to Hamilton
Homegrown New Zealand music festival will set up at Hamilton's Claudelands Oval next year, returning to where it all began. Festival director Andrew Tuck spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Kāhui Ako school programme 'set to be disestablished'
Leaked documents suggest the $118 million programme will be axed 'effective from Budget 2025'. Audio
Overdue home loan payments reach eight-year high
About 24,000 accounts have payments owing, up 700 on the previous month. Audio
School students trapping rats as part of Capital Kiwi project
Students at a small, semi-rural school west of Wellington City are trapping rats in the playground and feeding them to the eels. Makara Model School is helping to protect the 200 kiwi now living in… Audio
Cardinals favour continuity in new Pope, one says
Cardinals discuss Church divisions and the future pope's profile as conclave to elect a new pope is set to begin on Wednesday in the Sistine Chapel.
Households and businesses still feeling financial crunch: data
New data shows many households and businesses around the country are still feeling the financial crunch. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Calls to arm police grow amid rising threat of gun violence
A well-placed source in the Samoan police says officers want their power to carry firearms widened.
News in Tongan for 6 May 2025
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Young woman wins court order that could let her starve to death
After being sick for seven years, the 26-year-old has won a court order to refuse further medical intervention.
Govt continuing with plans to axe Kāhui Ako
The government is forging ahead with plans to axe a $118 million a year school programme and redirect the money to support for disabled learners. Education correspondent John Gerritsen has more. Audio
Netball: ANZ Premiership's shorter season brings 'huge pressure'
ANZ Premiership netball coaches are bracing themselves for a pressure-cooker environment when the domestic competition starts this weekend.
Collaboration key to showcasing North Island tourism destinations
A new Memorandum of Understanding will see the regions join forces to attract and retain visitors. Audio
Farmers celebrate new rules to limit forestry conversions - does a loophole still remain?
Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay announced new legislation will be introduced later this year.
RSV vaccine for babies used in 40 other countries could "save lives"
New Zealand has the world's highest rates of serious illness caused by RSV, with 2000 children under five admitted to hospital each year. Audio
‘Golden visa’ shutting out Chinese investors, experts say
Experts have been left perplexed by Immigration New Zealand's interpretation of regulations related to an investment visa pathway for Chinese nationals.
Corrections Minister Mark Mitchell on longer prison sentences
The Corrections Minister has asked officials to look at how shorter sentences relate to higher levels of re-offending and whether longer sentences allow better rehabilitation for offenders… Audio
Community discord 'extreme risk' to Dunedin hospital build
Discord in the community and among doctors - this was an 'extreme risk' facing the scaled-back new Dunedin Hospital build, according to health authorities. Phil Pennington spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Schools allowed to close as no-confidence vote looms in Solomon Islands
Education permanent secretary Dr Franco Rodie said such situations are unpredictable, so it is safer for students to remain at home. Audio
Baited cameras and submersible with robotic arm surveying Tuvalu waters
"The sort of data that we're collecting will help the Tuvalu government and the communities understand what lives in their seas and identify areas which are really prime for protection." Audio
Calls for RSV vaccine to be made available
Child health experts say a vaccine that's available in about 40 other countries could see an 80 percent drop here in the number of babies who end up in hospital with a potentially deadly lung… Audio
Weka hitches ride from West Coast inside of ute
The ute interior was left covered in poop after a weka nicknamed Ranger hitched a 300km ride to Christchurch.
Trump's tariffs on film industry may have impact on NZ
New Zealand's film industry is hoping for another plot twist after US President Donald Trump announced a 100 percent tariff on films that aren't made in America. SPADA president Irene Gardiner spoke… Audio
Stadium ticket levy gives people choice – Ashburton mayor
Ashburton's mayor is backing a proposal to make Mid Canterbury residents pay more for events at the new Christchurch stadium, rather than a regional rate.
'Suspicious' fire at Auckland McDonald's engulfs building
Witness says fire started near play area, but quickly engulfed building.
Netanyahu promises to move Gaza's population, minister describes plan to 'conquer' entire territory
Israel's security cabinet approved a military operation a minister described as a plan to "conquer" the territory.
Govt delegation lands in India for trade talks
New Zealand's chief trade negotiator and a large team have landed in India for in-person talks aimed at ultimately securing a Comprehensive Free Trade Deal between the two countries. Trade Minister… Audio
Corrections to investigate impact of longer prison sentences on reoffending rates
Corrections is investigating the impact longer sentences might have in reducing reoffending, at the request from the Corrections Minister, Mark Mitchell. Otago University senior lecturer in… Audio
'Discord' over Dunedin hospital cutbacks seen as an extreme risk
"Discord" among doctors and the community about the Dunedin Hospital cut-backs are regarded as an "extreme" risk by health authorities.
Jack Doohan's F1 future looking more uncertain after Miami
The second driver change of the Formula One season may be about to happen with Alpine Racing mulling over the future of Australian Jack Doohan.
'Always going to be wrong': How economists forecast the OCR
To find out, RNZ asked Infometrics chief forecaster Gareth Kiernan for his forecasting strategy.
Sports Chat for 6 May 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Mākara rat-catching drive keeps Wellington kiwis (and eels) alive
Young students clear traps daily and learn valuable lessons about the circle of life.
News in Samoan for 6 May 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Olympic champion Gary Hall Jr. receives replicas of 10 medals lost in LA fires
American multiple Olympic swimming champion Gary Hall Jr. received replicas of his 10 Olympic medals after the originals were destroyed during the Los Angeles wildfires in January.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs jurors anonymous to avoid potential threats
Hip-hop mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking charges.
Snapper trialled in Tasman Bay open ocean aquaculture farming
It is the first time a new finfish species has been tested off the New Zealand coastline.
School roll rises force students into library
Immigration and high house prices impacting primary school numbers in the super city.
First Up - The Podcast, Tuesday 6 May
On today's First Up pod: Donald Trump has announced tariffs on non-US made movies; we talk about teens leaving New Zealand for a better life overseas with finance minister Nicola Willis and Tess… Audio
Four 'ducks' hurt New Zealand A cricketers in tour of Bangladesh
The New Zealand A top order batters had a worrying start to their tour of Bangladesh.
Morning Rural News for 6 May 2025
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Early Business News for 6 May 2025
Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio
UK celebrates 80 years since end of World War Two
Street and tea parties are being held across the UK - including at Buckingham Palace and Downing Street - to mark 80 years since World War Two ended in Europe. The BBC's Rob Watson spoke to Alexa… Audio
Sports News for 6 May 2025
The New Zealand A cricketers have been beaten by Bangladesh A by seven wickets in their opening 50 over match in Sylhet. Audio
Pacific Waves for 6 May 2025
Albanese wins Australian election by landslide; Samoa drops in ranking in media freedom index; Moana Pasifika and Fiji Drua record wins for round 12. Audio
Albanese wins Aust election by landslide
Anthony Albanese's Labour Party party had a landslide victory over Peter Dutton's Liberal Party over the weekend. Audio
Samoa drops in ranking in media freedom index
The 2025 World Press Freedom Index has seen Samoa drop from 22 in 2024 to 44. Audio
Moana Pasifika and Fiji Drua record wins for round 12
It was another big weekend of sports in the Pasifika sipoti circle this past weekend. Audio
Nicola Willis on new govt spending in Budget
Finance Minister Nicola Willis responds to Donald Trump's threat to impose a tariff on non-American made movies. Audio
US: President wants 100% tariffs on foreign films
President Trump is to slap a 100% tariff on films made outside the USA, and to re-open Alcatraz Prison - Katherine Firkin has the latest from New York Audio
Tauranga sells Marine Precinct, parking expands in CBD
Alisha Evans joins First Up from Tauranga where they've just sold the city's Marine Precinct Audio
North Island tourism groups unite to entice global visitors
Regional tourism organisations are getting together to encourage tourists to visit North Island sights, Tess Brunton reports on this new initiative. Audio
Japanese airline blames manga prophecy for low sales
Japan and China are facing off against each other in the middle of the ocean, Chris Gilbert has the story from Tokyo Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 6 May 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Women in the Catholic Church haven't a prayer of making pope
The only certainty surrounding the election of the new pope is that he will be a man, and that's a tradition unlikely to change soon.
Why We Spend And How to Stop
Why do we spend more than we need to? Is it mood, FOMO, the desire to impress? Or maybe some tricky behavioural triggers we're not even aware of? Katy Gosset gets to the heart of the matter with a… Audio
'Unsung hero': The woman redefining Parkinson's support for Pacific families
Aloese Lefono started the first Pacific-focused Parkinson's support group because the community wasn't attending mainstream meetings.
US offers $1000 stipend to encourage migrants to self-deport
The Department of Homeland Security says the stipend and potential airfare for migrants who voluntarily depart would cost less than an actual deportation.
Shaking up the Catholic Church patriarchy
The only certainty surrounding the election of the new pope is that he will be a man, and that's a tradition unlikely to change soon. Audio
BBC World Lookahead with Jonathan Frewin
We cross over to our friends at the BBC to take a look at some of the events making headlines internationally, including the Pope selection process underway, a crucial vote in the German Parliament… Audio
Murder accused was 'hiding powdered mushrooms in everything'
Erin Patterson 'seemed to really like mushrooms', woman she befriended online tells court.
Changes coming for how content is classified
New Zealand's Chief Censor, Caroline Flora, says the self-rating system is working well, and that rating content is more important than ever. Audio
Who's most at risk of iron deficiency?
Professor of human nutrition Michael Zimmermann from the University of Oxford joins Emile Donovan to demystify the world's most common micronutrient deficiency, affecting up to one in four people… Audio
Whakataukī of the Week with Dame Hinewehi Mohi
For New Zealand Music Month, Emile Donovan speaks to legendary musician and producer Dame Hinewehi Mohi. Audio
'Very cruel thing': Animal charity seeks dog owner from disturbing video
The man was filmed slamming the dog to the ground and kicking it at a Manurewa park.
Who are the people in Ans Westra's photos?
That's the question organisers of Ans Westra: Kerikeri 2025, an exhibition by the acclaimed photographer, are hoping visitors will be able to answer.
David Stuart: From 'corporate drone' to comedy success
After being fired from a corporate job, David Stuart relocated to New Zealand from Scotland and now has a burgeoning comedy career.
Romanian hard-right leader clear winner in first-round presidential vote
There are fears George Simion could isolate Romania, erode private investment and destabilise NATO's eastern flank.
Can you get married without breaking the bank?
One wedding planner has said the average cost of getting hitched in New Zealand is $87,000. But Fallon Broadley says in her experience, it's closer to $40,000, and there are secrets to cutting costs.
…'Fresh eyes' investigation finds systemic failings in stillbirth
The Health and Disability Commissioner reopened the complaint eight years after the 'high risk' pregnancy.
Store worker injured in overnight crime spree
There were two aggravated robberies and multiple burglaries in Invercargill in the early hours of Monday.
Cabinet-lite: Louise Upston sheds light on the Cabinet Committees
Parliament's select committees are well known. But the public never gets to watch the Cabinet committees, which scrutinises all policies before they reach Cabinet.
School roll rises force students into library, as other schools struggle to lift numbers
Immigration and high house prices impacting primary school numbers in the super city. Audio
Levin shaken by moderate 4.1 earthquake
Many residents continued as if nothing had happened, others felt the tremor.
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 5 May 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
Hospital staff call for more security following violent attacks
One staff member was held up at gunpoint on the same day that another was knocked unconscious. Audio
Viral video shows Fiji prison chief throwing punches at Suva bar
The head of Fiji's prison service was involved in a fist fight at a popular bar in the Fijian capital.
Mayoral candidate accused of failing to stop for police
A Wellington mayoral candidate was arrested and charged with failing to stop for police in the central city on Friday.
The Panel with Aimie Hines & Andrew Clay (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines & Andrew Clay. They discuss: The possibly demise of the countries oldest professional basketball team, and why Wellington has… Audio
Weka hitches ride from West Coast inside of ute
The ute interior was left covered in poop after a weka nicknamed Ranger hitched a 300km ride to Christchurch.
'Misleading labels': Welfare group's complaint about colony eggs
SAFE wants the word 'caged' put on labels to make consumers aware where the eggs come from. Audio
The Panel with Aimie Hines & Andrew Clay (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines & Andrew Clay. They discuss U.S. plans to re-open Alcatraz. The impact President Donald Trump is having on overseas election… Audio
Wellingtonians count cost of weekend without power following storm
Wellington Electricity chief executive Greg Skelton believed his company's response had been fantastic.
Oranga Tamariki struggles with rise in critical' and 'very urgent' cases
The Ministry for Children's latest performance update shows a rise of 60 percent across all types of notifications in the last six months of 2024.
Man accused of sexual and physical abuse of five ex-partners
The man who allegedly threatened to cut one woman's throat and throw her into a river.
Mayor praises storm response, promises 'better system' for Little River
Phil Mauger concedes Lake Forsyth should have opened earlier to reduce flooding on Banks Peninsula.
Group becomes ill after visiting lambs at a petting farm
United Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about police making a series of arrests in two separate anti-terror operations across England, a large group of people becoming ill after… Audio
Murdered student remembered with pohutukawa at local park
The American entomology student was found fatally injured at a Meadowbank bus stop over Easter. Audio
Evening business for 5 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Black Ferns beat Australia in winner takes all final
The Black Ferns Sevens have completed a memorable double after adding the World Championship title to their World Series title today. The New Zealanders beat Australia in the winner-takes all final in… Audio
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