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Could Australia's 'No Jab, No Pay/No Play' policies work in NZ?
Under Australia's long-standing 'No Jab, No Pay' legislation, parents must have kids immunised to qualify for family tax benefits and subsidised childcare. Audio
Weekly Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni
Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel. Audio
Sports News for 10 December 2025
The Black Caps test captain Tom Latham has joined the chorus of players who want to see a T20 franchise league in New Zealand. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 8am for 10 December 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
How commuters are feeling on board Auckland busses
How are commuters feeling on board Auckland busses following another fatal attack? RNZ reporter Felix Walton spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Trump criticises 'decaying' Europe and says 'size will win' in Ukraine
The US president has hinted he could walk away from supporting Ukraine and suggested it could cede territory to Moscoe, as "Russia has the upper hand".
Eagle helicopter heading to Christchurch for two months
Christchurch Police are using the Eagle helicopter in a two month operation targeting youth offending. Acting Canterbury District Commander Inspector Peter Cooper spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Drops in long term homeloan rates could be at an end
Drops in long term home loan rates could be at an end, with one major bank signalling they could even be on the way back up. Infometrics economist Brad Olsen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
RMA reforms signal end of resource consent 'lottery' - property council
Its chief executive says reducing 100 plans down to 17 will lead to more consistency and clarity of decisions. Audio
News in Samoan for 10 December 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Sports Chat for 10 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Neighbours fume over plans to axe trees for solar farm
A council has thrown its support behind residents of a country lane distressed about Genesis Energy's plans.
Fiji issues measles warning amid rising cases in Aus, NZ
New Zealand has reported around 30 measles cases, while Australia has recorded 162 cases this year.
Should parents be buying presents for school teachers?
As the school year starts to wind down and children begin the countdown to Christmas, there's one dilemma that creeps back into households across the motu; Christmas presents for your child's teacher… Audio
Chris Bishop discusses RMA overhaul
The Government has released its long-awaited overhaul of planning controls, saying it will save New Zealanders $13 billion over the next three decades. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop spoke to Corin… Audio
What spurred Don McGlashan to tell off Chris Bishop?
"I turned around and said, 'Shut up, you d***head.' And then he looked at me and said, 'What'd you say to me?' And I realised who it was."
Should no jab, no play policy be introduced for NZ children?
Could compulsory childhood immunisation - like Australia's No Jab/ No Play policy - help boost New Zealand's low vaccination coverage? Since the current measles outbreak began 50 days ago, MMR measles… Audio
Another fatal stabbing on Auckland bus
Another fatal stabbing on an Auckland bus has left commuters shaken and raised fresh questions about safety on public transport. Local Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Ward Councillor Josephine Bartley spoke to… Audio
Sports News for 10 December 2025
The injury depleted Black Caps will take a vastly changed side into the second test against the West Indies, with coach Rob Walter not set to confirm his playing 11 until just before the toss. Audio
Australia's social media ban for children takes effect
It's the first country in the world to ban social media for under-16s, with 10 major platforms ordered to block children or face a fine. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 7am for 10 December 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Pace pair Josh Hazlewood and Mark Wood ruled out of Ashes
Australia and England will both be without their pace spearheads for the final three tests of the series.
Officials shelved judge's trans-Tasman family violence probe
A top judge commissioned work to see how families in custody battles could be screened for domestic violence, but officials shelved it. Audio
News in Tongan for 10 December 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
The OCR is down, so why are home loans rising?
Wholesale rates are getting the blame for the fact that two weeks after the official cash rate was cut, one major bank has increased some of its fixed-term home loan rates.
Court rules full time carers are employees of government
The Supreme Court has ruled parents who care full-time for their disabled children are employees of the government. Peter Humphreys cares 24/7 for his 37 year old disabled daughter Sian, and spoke to… Audio
Iwi provider of school lunches withdraws from programme
'You can't be providing a service that costs you more than what you're getting in terms of funding", says the iwi.
Aussie social media ban comes into force
Australian teenagers under the age of 16 will no longer be allowed to hold accounts on many major social media platforms. ABC's Gavin Coote spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Abuse of trust: Soldier dismissed from army for stealing
An army corporal who swindled thousands of dollars from her comrades has lost her military career and will be held in detention.
Why the bugbears of suburbia make us so mad
From battles over berms to stray dogs and noise - why do we get so angry about our neighbourhoods?
Highly anticipated return of Special Olympics
The official start of the 2025 National Summer Games will be marked by Wednesday's opening ceremony at Wolfbrook Arena in Christchurch.
Rat numbers could double by 2090, DOC warns
The Department of Conservation is urgently hunting an extra $150 million in revenue, warning it's at risk of going backwards.
First Up - The Podcast, Wednesday 10 December
On today's First Up pod: TradeMe analyses the most viewed listings of 2025; we remember the day that Australia fought a war on it's own soil and lost and our reporter Ke-Xin Li joins Auckland primary… Audio
Sports Chat for 10 December 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Domestic violence screening during custody battles scrapped
One of the country's top judges commissioned work to see how families in custody battles could be screened for domestic voilence but officials shelved it. Amy Williams reports. Audio
Depleted Black Caps to meet upbeat West Indies in Wellington
New Zealand will pin their hopes on a rookie attack and field a new wicketkeeper against the West Indies in the second test.
World News Wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Conservation groups concerned over RMA scrapping
Conservation groups are warning the scrapping of the Resource Management Act could put environmental protections at risk. Forest and Bird chief advisor Richard Capie spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 10 December 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Sports News for 10 December 2025
Three players could make their Black Caps debuts in the second test against the West Indies, which starts today in Wellington, with the hosts hit hard by injury. Audio
Pacific Waves for 10 December 2025
Kiwi optometrist works to restore eyesight in the Pacific; Cook Island youth in NZ urged to 'step forward'; University of Auckland opens new Pacific space. Audio
Kiwi optometrist works to restore eyesight in the Pacific
The Fred Hollows Foundation NZ estimates 1.2 million people in the Pacific live with vision impairment. Audio
Cook Island youth in NZ urged to 'step forward'
Young Cook Islanders across New Zealand are being encouraged to step forward to reconnect and take ownership of their language and cultural identity. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 6am for 10 December 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
University of Auckland opens new Pacific space
University of Auckland opens new Pacific space dedicated to late Green Party MP Fa'anana Efeso Collins. Audio
Penpals: young and old people exchange lives through letters
St Helliers school children visit their penpals at a local resthome, Ke-xin Li has the story. Audio
'Just a disaster': Friends' dream fishing trip ends in nightmare
Two women were hurt injured as they were thrown into the air and crashed back on deck during a bar crossing.
Syria marks a year since fall of Assad regime
It's been a year since the fall of Syria's Assad regime. Alex Baird reports from Doha Audio
News in Niuean for 10 December 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Drunk Nelson teen died in crash while fleeing police
Tieylr Saige Ayrton, 17, was under the influence of alcohol and driving driving 183km/h when she lost control of the vehicle.
Government revokes charter school contract with non-existent trust
The agency previously explained the mistake happened because the school's sponsor changed its arrangements during the process.
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
TradeMe's Emma Bacon looks back at the most viewed listings of 2025 Audio
Tanzania security tightens over planned protests
Tanzania's government cracks down on protests, Nabil Ahmed Rufai reports from Ghana. Audio
Financial watchdog wants companies to act on reviews
It comes after insurance firm Tower self-reported a mistake in overcharging customers more than $11 million, but then failed to fix the problem in a timely manner.
Building fire kills 22 in Indonesia
Police said a drone battery that exploded on the ground floor likely ignited the fire, which spread to the upper levels of seven-storey office building in central Jakarta.
NZDF wants to build ground terminals for military satellite system
The NZDF has released a tender to advise suppliers about 19 projects it is considering.
ACC backs down on less flexible working from home policy
The agency planned to require staff to work in the office three days a week, rather than two.
Tongariro National Park huts and tracks reopen after fire
The major blaze burned through 296 hectares of vegetation.
Don McGlashan
A revealing conversation with one of our great songwriters. He opens up about the heartbreaking loss behind his song Andy . Plus his one regret about the night he told a minister to “shut up” at the… Video, Audio
No Stupid Questions Wednesday 10 December 2025
No Stupid Questions Wednesday 10 December 2025 Audio
The things that annoy us, and the people we moan to
From stray dogs to traffic jams to the most controversial topic of all - berms - councillors and mayors from across the country report what's getting on their residents' nerves. Audio
Tower Insurance penalised $7m for a decade of overcharging
The FMA says Tower's systems were deficient, despite a 2017 agreement to fix them.
Five things you need to know about the RMA replacements
The government has unveiled its proposed replacement bills for the Resource Management Act. Here's five key details.
Man arrested over fatal bus stabbing
A 36-year-old has been taken into custody in central Auckland following two separate attacks on a bus travelling from Glenn Innes.
The safest way to get up close with sharks
The new exhibition letting visitors to get face-to-face with some of the largest creatures on the planet.
Attack on autistic man was 'mistaken vigilante justice'
An unsuspecting autistic man who has the maturity of a four-year-old was beaten in the attack on a Hamilton street.
Govt's feral cat changes 'validate' Nelson, Tasman rules
Last month, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka announced feral cats would be added to the Predator Free 2050 strategy.
Judge deciding whether Papatoetoe will face rare by-election
An Auckland District Court judge has reserved his decision on whether alleged voting irregularities in Papatoetoe's local board election are serious enough to trigger a by-election.
The OCR is down, so why are home loans rising?
Wholesale rates are getting the blame for the fact that two weeks after the official cash rate was cut, one major bank has increased some of its fixed-term home loan rates.
Shower Thoughts: How did the 111 emergency number come about?
MOTAT Telecoms Volunteer Brian Potter joins Emile Donovan to talk about the history of emergency phone services in New Zealand. Audio
The internal journey of the ingested Fabergé egg
Dr Cameron Schauer is a gastroenterologist, interventional endoscopist and a Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Auckland and he joins Emile Donovan. Audio
What is a culture war? Nights expert Dr Julia de Bres explains
Our resident science expert, Dr Julia de Bres, sociolinguist and senior lecturer at Massey University has been giving this some thought and joins us. Audio
Warning given to beachgoers this summer
Multiple water-related tragedies at Auckland beaches have triggered a warning to beachgoers from Surf Livesaving.
Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia spreads along contested border
The Southeast Asian neighbours both say they will not back down in defending their sovereignty.
Tongariro fire contained: 'It's still a great place to come to'
The fire is contained, but the impact on local tourism businesses will take a lot longer to damp down.
Waitaki District Council pushing for joint water plan
Councillors have approved a plan to explore re-joining the Southern Waters group or partnering with Timaru District Council.
The Richardson v Willis fiscal boxing match
Deputy political editor at The Post Henry Cooke joins Emile Donovan to discuss the challenge. Audio
Abuse of trust: Soldier dismissed from army for stealing
An army corporal who swindled thousands of dollars from her comrades has lost her military career and will be held in detention.
Akaroa King Salmon products recalled over listeria risk
The recalled salmon products were sold in Christchurch and Dunedin.
Coalition reveals RMA replacement, but will it stand the test of time?
The replacement includes a Planning Bill and a Natural Environment Bill which will be sent to select committee next week.
'We need to prepare better', says Auckland FC coach after penalty misses
It took Auckland FC 35 games in the A-League to be awarded a kick from the penalty spot. Then they had two failed attempts in the space of eight minutes.
Man drowns at Auckland beach
Police received reports of two men struggling to return to shore at Karioitahi Beach, Auckland.
Richardson ready to debate Willis on NZ's finances
The former finance minister has accepted the challenge from current Finance Minister Nicola Willis to debate her.
Threatened gulls back on rooftops in Tūrangi town centre
Businesses have had streamers and sprinklers on the rooftops to scare the birds away,.
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he talks to Dr Rebecca Meiring, senior lecturer in exercise sciences at Auckland University about her research into the… Audio
Body of swimmer missing at Bethells Beach found
The 23-year-old man was in waist-deep water at Lake Wainamu when he got into difficulty.
'Unintentional mishap' likely sparked massive Tongariro fire
The blaze is now fully contained, with authorities saying an accident with a vehicle may have been the cause.
The school that rocks: Inside St Andrew’s epic prizegiving
A Christchurch secondary school's end of year prizegiving concert has become a thing of legend.
Landowners to get more compensation from councils as RMA replaced
The Resource Management Act is going, and the government has revealed what will replace it. Audio
The Panel LIVE Part 2
In part two, the Panel discusses a year of job cuts, everyone knows someone who has been hit by industry closures or corporate restructuring: will 2026 be more of the same? Then, we get into the nitty… Audio
Parliament halted by protest demanding sanctions on Israel
Question Time was just beginning as the call "free Palestine" rang out from above the chamber.
The Panel LIVE Part 1
Tonight, live from Revelry bar on Ponsonby Road Auckland, the Panel comes to your ear holes for a riveting hour of pub politics and current affairs. Joining Wallace for a look at some of the year's… Audio
WATCH: The Panel LIVE full show
For your viewing pleasure, the full video of The Panel's outside broadcast from Revelry bar in Ponsonby, Auckland. Click through to watch the panel discuss some of 2025's big stories.
Warmest spring ever is part of 'new normal'
More than 50 weather stations round the country recorded their warmest-ever spring, new data confirms.
Listen: The Panel LIVE from Revelry Bar in Auckland
Wallace Chapman and The Panel break free of the studio and invade Auckland's Ponsonby Road for a hit of pub politics and current affairs.
Calls for overhaul of Australian parliamentary entitlement rules
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about calls in Australia for an overhaul of parliamentary entitlement rules as a senior government Minister faces controversy amid daily… Audio
Full-time carers' appeal for employee status upheld
Two parents who care full-time for their disabled children are, in fact, employees of the government - and should receive the same benefits and protections. Supreme Court rules.
Tongariro businesses hit as fire frightens off tourists
The fire burning in Tongariro National Park is now contained, but the after effects are still taking a toll on the tourist hotspot's economy. It's the second major fire in just a month -- the first of… Audio
Evening business for 9 December 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
All Blacks won't play in the regions for at least three years
The All Blacks won't play in the regions for at least another three years while New Zealand Rugby cashes in on crowds in the city centres. Next year the All Blacks play just four home games. New… Audio
When a Margaret Mahy classic mixes with raucous sea shanties
The West End, a chance discovery of a children's book and a night of raucous sea shanties in Wellington, inspired The Man Whose Mother was a Pirate.
Man arrested over fatal bus stabbing
A 36-year-old has been taken into custody in central Auckland following two separate attacks on a bus travelling from Glenn Innes.
Major RMA overhaul revealed
It has been revealed a major RMA overhaul with two new laws replacing the Resource Management Act; a Natural Environment law and a Planning law. The planning bill would lay out what infrastructure is… Audio
Government reveals sweeping overhaul of the RMA
The coalition is heralding the single largest economic reform in a generation - as it sets out its sweeping overhaul of the RMA. The much-loathed Resource Management Act has proved a perpetual bugbear… Audio
Manhunt underway after fatal stabbing on Auckland bus
A manhunt is underway after one man was fatally stabbed and another injured onboard the number 76 bus in east Auckland last night. Police have described it as "appalling" and unprovoked. A passenger… Audio
DOC investigating after hikers dropped at Tongariro crossing
DOC is investigating after shuttle operators dropped hikers at the start of the Tongariro Alpine crossing despite a bad weather forecast, Meaning they shouldn't be on the track. Transport operators… Audio
Man arrested after fatal Auckland bus stabbing
Police have arrested a man after two unprovoked attacks on two passengers on an East Auckland bus last night has left one dead, and another seriously injured in hospital. The first victim got off the… Audio
Eliesa Katoa's rugby league career and health in jeopardy after head knock
The consequenses have continued in the wake of one of the scariest sporting moments of the year. Eliesa Katoa's rugby league career and long term health are both in serious jeopardy after the Tongan… Audio
More arrests after Mt Wellington stabbing
A 53-year-old man and 32-year-old man have both been charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder.
Five people with gang ties arrested over Ōrewa attacks
Police executed a series of search warrants across Auckland as part an investigation into the arson and ram raids of businesses in Orewa.
Christchurch school wows with end of year concert
A Christchurch secondary school's end of year prize giving and concert has become a thing of legend. St Andrew's College practically broke the internet in 2023 with its performance of Stairway to… Audio
Officials warned against lower methane emissions target
The government chose to go ahead with its preferred option, despite advice that it could increase New Zealand's contribution to global warming.
Auckland's trains to shut down for almost a month
Commuters can expect more rail network closures ahead of the highly anticipated opening of the City Rail Link in the second half of 2026.
Paramount in bidding war with Netflix to buy Warner Brothers
US correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen about media giant Paramount throwing its hat in the ring to buy Warner Brothers, sparking a bidding war with Netflix, as well as the Defence Secretary… Audio
'We're growing': Te Pāti Māori co-leaders on dismal poll
Support for the party dropped to one percent in the latest poll after weeks of in-fighting, two expulsions and one court order.
Retail rage on the rise for shoppers this festive season
The festive season will put some people in the red, and not only when it comes to bank accounts and Santa suits - but also in the form of retail rage. The feelings of being overwhelmed, frustration at… Audio
Pianists to star at The Piano in 2026
Marcus Norman, manager of the Christchurch music venue The Piano, chats about next year's International pianist recital series. Audio
'Heartbroken': Two killed in fire at Foxton Beach home
Police have confirmed the death of two people after a house fire.
The Pre Panel for 9 December 2025
Wallace Chapman previews tonight's instalment of The Panel. Audio
Five things you need to know about the RMA replacements
The government has unveiled its proposed replacement bills for the Resource Management Act. Here's five key details.
Black Caps captain backs proposed T20 franchise league
Tom Latham says a proposed T20 league in New Zealand would boost the standard of cricket in Aotearoa.
Is laser eye surgery really all it's cracked up to be?
When filmmaker Dana Conroy's doctor suggested laser eye surgery, or LASIK, to correct her nearsightedness, it seemed like a good idea. With success rates touted near 99% and millions of people getting… Audio
Oral Questions for 9 December 2025
Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? CATHERINE WEDD to the Minister responsible for RMA Reform: What… Audio
Fisheries Commission approves albacore plan
The Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission has agreed to a management procedure for South Pacific albacore tuna.
NZTA allows 335 drivers re-sit tests after licences suspended
Agency had uncovered 459 cases of overseas commercial driving licences being converted with false or altered documents.
'Do not approach': Police identify alleged attacker in fatal bus stabbing
Police are looking for 36-year-old Adrian Pani, after a 'real nice and humble guy' died outside a store.
Music feature: Geneva AM on Waiata Anthems
When Dame Hinewehi Mohi performed the National Anthem in te reo Maori at Twickenham at the 1999 Rugby World Cup she took sparked a national conversation about culture and identity. Then in 2019, to… Audio
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Let's find out what's happening in Australia, our man on the ground there is Brad Foster and he joins Jesse. Today he'll talk about the bushfires, why Communications Minister and Minister for Sport… Audio
Book Critic: Some top picks for the holidays
Our critic Catherine Robertson has got some cracking recommendations for you Clown Town by Mick Herron (Baskerville) It's Been Six Weeks Since My Last Confession by Peta Mathias (PM Books) The Last… Audio
Former top cop breaks silence after scathing McSkimming report
Paul Basham is one of three staff the IPCA report recommended employment investigations into.
GST used to be 10% - is it going to rise again?
This December marks 40 years since the law changed to allow GST to be introduced. But are there better ways for the government to collect tax?
Live: 'Unintentional mishap' with vehicle likely sparked massive Tongariro fire
More to come on this breaking story.
What exactly is going on with the WBD acquisition?
What do you get when you combine three huge companies, billionaires and the US President? The fascinating story of the attempts to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery. Netflix has made a huge bid for… Audio
ACC's financial squeeze: The human toll
People like father Jacob Hamlin and his family have wound up in hardship as the agency pushes more people off long-term claims to get costs under control.
GST used to be 10%, is it going to rise again?
This December marks 40 years since the law changed to allow GST to be introduced. But are there better ways for the government to collect tax?
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 9 December 2025
A blaze in Tongariro National Park is raging on. While crews are still battling to contain it, the local hapu says they're a lot further ahead than last time; The nurses union says people are waiting… Audio
Should we care that NZ is falling in Global GDP Ranking?
But we've gone from being in the top seven, to 36th in GDP ranking, with countries like Czech Republic, Lithuania and Slovenia surpassing us. So what does this mean in reality? Do we need to adjust… Audio
Crime against food: A deep dive into NZ's worst recipes
One small request led to dozens and dozens of emails, so it seems that a bad meal sticks in your memory much like a bad smell. We've invited Steve Braunias in today to talk to Jesse about what he… Audio
折扣价真的优惠吗？消协专家提醒：圣诞超市购物更应关注这个价格
新西兰消协表示，圣诞购物季是一个商家都想着尽量赚钱的消费旺季，而那些在购物时不只盯着最便宜价格标签的顾客，或许能实实在在地省下一些钱。
Explainer: What the Resource Management Act should do
Now we don't know about you, but the words Resource Management Act, are quite hard to get enthused about. But we want to be enthused, because we know it is important. Especially given the Government… Audio
New Zealand to get stone skimming championship
An all-age summer pastime will get its own New Zealand championship next year - stone-skimming. Richie Laming spoke to Lauren Crimp from Hāwea. Audio
Midday Rural News for 9 December 2025
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio
Midday Sports News for 9 December 2025
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
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