Timeline
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K Road shooting suspect pleads not guilty
The man charged after a shooting on Auckland's Karangahape Road has pleaded not guilty. Police were called at about 3.50am on Sunday morning to reports of several shots fired on...
Heavy rain, severe thunderstorms on cards for North Island
MetService watches are in place for Northland, Auckland, Waikato, Waitomo and Taranaki. Audio
Private hospitals may be asked to pay for surgeon training
Doctors have raised ethical and logistical concerns about allowing publicly-paid surgical registrars to essentially provide free labour to private hospitals.
Lawson thrilled after first points in 'perfectly' run race
New Zealand driver Liam Lawson earned himself some brownie points with his team in the Monaco Grand Prix, rewarded with his first F1 points of the season.
Around the motu: David Williams in Christchurch
David updates Kathryn on the latest events in Christchurch, including two Environmental Law Initiative High Court challenges, the return of a former Christchurch mayoral candidate, and Pest Free Banks… Audio
Book review: Tackling the Hens by Mary McCallum
Airini Beautrais reviews Tackling the Hens by Mary McCallum published by The Cuba Press Audio
Kiwi Property posts profit as rent income rose, downturn eased
One of the country's biggest landlords is back in the black - and predicting growth thanks the imminent opening of a major retailer.
What we learnt as Raiders ended Warriors' NRL winning streak
Analysis - The 'Green Machine' have now accounted for their trans-Tasman rivals twice this season.
Common reasons why your insurance claim might be declined
Here are some of the pitfalls and loopholes to watch out for insurance policies to avoid disappointment.
An 'uncle's' Māori-driven rugby camp taking the world by storm
From Aotearoa to Mozambique, Troy Nathan has been touring the world for the past decade taking Haka Rugby Global to aspiring children of all different cultures.
'Worst moment of my life': McLaughlin crashes out before Indy 500 start
The Kiwi was trying to warm up his tyres when he lost control of his car.
The Hamills take on the world
A Kiwi family has passed the halfway point on their monumental effort to circumnavigate the globe on their catamaran. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 26 May 2025
In today's episode, Finance Minister Nicola Willis has defended the government's budget decisions including changes to Kiwisaver, saying most workers will end up with larger retirement savings, new… Audio
Once-secret spy data centre to open soon
A tailor-made data centre for the country's most secret and sensitive public sector information is expected to open soon in West Auckland.
'Preferred partner': Baron Waqa calls for stronger US commitment
Despite recent diplomatic strains among Pacific nations, the Pacific Islands Forum secretary general says unity and collaboration are key to addressing the region's shared vulnerabilities.
What New Zealand could gain from India's pharma boom
As New Zealand eyes a free trade agreement with India, experts say the next frontier could be pharmaceutical imports - particularly generic drugs.
Foreign correspondent Sebastian Usher
Sebastian Usher is a BBC Middle East analyst, editor and reporter Audio
Two or three typhoons possible in Guam and CNMI for rest of 2025
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says tropical cyclones can occur throughout the year across the western North Pacific.
Questions about dress 'belong in the 1950s' - Willis
The Finance Minister has been criticised by a local fashion designerbut says there are "far more interesting things to talk about". Audio
Deepfakes more realistic and easier to make: what can you do?
Last year, a deepfake impersonating then-President Joe Biden told thousands of voters in the US state of New Hampshire not to vote in the upcoming primaries. Audio
Budget 2025: None of year's child poverty targets met
The number of children living in poor households will barely shift in the coming years, new Treasury forecasts show.
Child critical after car hits two people in Christchurch
A woman accused of being behind the wheel of a vehicle that hit pedestrians at the weekend is facing two charges.
Watch: The huts built to withstand 300km/h winds
Unique challenges come with building in a sub-alpine environment at 1190 metres above sea level. Audio
'Unimaginable': Australian floods force out enormous number of families
People are being warned that the number homes declared uninhabitable will also increase.
The growing international links of NZ gangs
Work underway by a ministerial advisory group has highlighted the growing international links of gangs in this country. Audio
What NZ could gain from India's booming pharmaceutical sector
As New Zealand eyes a free trade agreement with India, experts say the next frontier could be pharmaceutical imports - particularly generic drugs.
The new bakery opening with long lines outside the door
The bakery had a big following online before opened its first brick-and-mortar shop in Auckland.
Traffic light sanction for jobseeker beneficiaries
New non-financial sanctions are being added to the traffic light system from today for those on the job seeker benefit. Audio
Auckland FC coach on semi-final loss
In front of 29,000 fans at Mt Smart Stadium, Auckland FC's dream debut season in the A-League has ended in heartbreak. Auckland FC's Coach Steve Corica spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Jobseeker sanctions: 'Forcing people to volunteer is a contradiction in terms'
The government is better off using its resources to help people find work, rather than punishing those who can not, says the Salvation Army. Audio
Pouākai Hut replacement built to withstand 300kmh winds
The unique challenges of building high on a mountain has meant everything including the kitchen sink has to be helicoptered onto the site of a new trampers' hut in Taranaki's national park. Taranaki… Audio
Greens claim $700m 'uncosted hole' in Willis' Budget
The government could face an unbudgeted funding gap because of one of its own policies, the Green Party says. Audio
Youth advocate on govt's new benefit sanctions
A youth advocate says young people in crisis will be hardest hit by the Government's new benefit sanctions. Youth advocate and founder of the charity KickBack Aaron Hendry spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Sports Chat for 26 May 2025
It's the end of the season for football leagues up North. Audio
Podium for Maxwell to maintain MTB World Cup lead
Sammie Maxwell, 22, maintains her overall lead in the championship after three rounds.
NZ universities urged to stand up for Harvard over Trump's international student ban
New Zealand universities must stand up for Harvard as the Trump administration attempts to stop it from enrolling international students, a local law professor says. Audio
Markets Update for 26 May 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
Black Ferns debutant on emphatic victory over USA
The Black Ferns' emphatic 79-14 win over the USA at the weekend saw several new contenders put their hands up for World Cup spots. Vici-Rose Green spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Liam Lawson earns first points of F1 season
Liam Lawson has earned his first points of the Formula One season with eighth place in the Monaco Prix, won by Lando Norris.
NZ Association of Scientists on cuts to sector in Budget
The New Zealand Association of Scientists is disappointed with the new budget, calling it 'the black hole budget'. Co-President Troy Baisden spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Health ministry warns outsourcing surgeries will impact doctor training
If thousands of straightforward operations are performed in private hospitals, trainee surgeons will have limited learning opportunities, officials say. Audio
Trump asks for names and countries of Harvard International students
President Donald Trump said he wants the "names and countries" of every international student enrolled at Harvard University. Harvard political scientist Ryan Enos spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Kiwi deported for armed kidnappings, carjacking, home invasion
Falefitu Alapati Toatoalei's visa is being revoked and he will be deported from Australia.
Concerns outsourcing surgeries will limit training opportunities
The Royal Australasian College of Surgeons says outsourcing surgeries to private hospitals will reduce hands-on training opportunities for future surgeons. College of Surgeons New Zealand chair Ros… Audio
Air NZ plane with hole in fuselage flies back
A collision with an airbridge saw the trans-Tasman flight turn back to Auckland.
NZ firefighters sent over to Australia to battle floods
New South Wales flood waters have left five dead and tens of thousands isolated. Audio
Serial book vandal targeting biographies of women
A Hamilton book store owner is fed up with the "disrespectful" actions of a serial vandal.
How 'hard' outdoor education helps build up teens
As teen anxiety and depression continue to rise, the experiences these centres offer are increasingly important.
Decision banning Indian government critic Sapna Samant from returning home upheld
An Indian New Zealander has been stripped of her automatic right to return to her home country, being told she has tried to "fuel disharmony" among the community.
Driver gets all his passengers off burning bus safely
Auckland Transport has applauded a bus driver for his quick thinking after his bus caught fire earlier tonight. Audio
Finance Minister defends Budget amid 'uncosted hole' allegations
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has defended the government's budget decisions including changes to Kiwisaver, saying most workers will end up with larger retirement savings. Willis spoke to Corin… Audio
Mitch Rees:'If you took away the danger everyone would do it'
The Whakatāne rider will join an elite group of New Zealanders to have ridden the Isle of Man TT. Video, Audio
Labour accuses government of trying to avoid scrutiny using urgency
A post-Budget debate about accommodation supplement changes dragged into the early hours of Saturday morning.
Man vandalising high-profile women's biographies in Hamilton bookstore
A Hamilton bookstore owner says the actions of a man who keeps vandalising biographies of high-profile New Zealand women is disrespectful. Pennys' Bookstore owner Nichola Carter spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Man City, Chelsea and Newcastle secure Champions League spots
Chris Wood missed two shots at goal as Nottingham Forest finish seventh in Premier League after loss to Chelsea.
Daylight can boost the immune system’s ability to fight infections – study
Ever found yourself out of sync with normal sleep patterns after late nights or working a night shift? It could be you're experiencing what scientists call social jet lag. Video
Auckland FC's dream debut season over
Auckland FC's dream first season is over after they were knocked out in the A-League semi-finals by Melbourne Victory. Felicity Reid has this report. Audio
News in Tongan for 26 May 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Air NZ plane with hole in fuselage returns to Auckland
Repairs get underway in Auckland on Monday on an Air New Zealand plane left with a hole after it hit an air-bridge. Air New Zealand's chief safety and risk officer Nathan McGraw spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Wild weather to hit western parts of NZ
MetService warnings and watches are in place for heavy rain and severe gales forecast, particularly for the West Coast. Audio
Labour on govt's new sanctions on beneficiaries
New sanctions marking the next phase of the government's Traffic Light welfare system, mean beneficiaries who fail to meet their obligations can have half their benefits restricted to being spent on… Audio
Auckland bus catches fire in Epsom
Auckland Transport is working with fire investigators to find out what caused a bus to catch fire in Epsom on Sunday night. Reporter Jessica Hopkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Health Minister warned outsourcing elective surgeries will limit training opportunities
The Health Minister has been warned that outsourcing more elective surgeries will limit training opportunities for future surgeons. Anusha Bradley reports. Audio
Greens claim Budget has uncosted hole up to $714 million
The Green Party is claiming the Government's budget has an uncosted hole of up to $714 million, coming from increased KiwiSaver contributions for public sector workers. Green Party co-leader Chlöe… Audio
Business News for 26 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Is there any point joining KiwiSaver now? - ask Susan
RNZ's money correspondent answers your questions.
Main hospital in Madang on the brink of collapse, warns manager
Workers at Modillon Hospital in Madang say there is severe mismanagement, a lack of funding, and unsafe working conditions.
Team Vanuatu awaits funding ahead of Palau Mini Games
The Vanuatu Association of Sports and National Olympic Committee is planning to send 130 athletes and officials to Koror.
Trump's international student ban on Harvard University temporarily blocked
A judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking the Trump administration's plan to strip Harvard University of its ability to enrol foreign students. Politico Senior Legal Affairs Reporter… Audio
Beneficiaries could have payments cut if obligations not met
Beneficiaries who fail to meet their obligations could have half their payment restricted to essentials-only for a month or do community work at least five hours a week. Beneficiaries advocate Kay… Audio
Developers with properties in tough market turn to renters
Developers who do not want to try to find buyers for properties in a tough market - or who have had no luck - appear to be choosing to rent them out instead.
No coroner's inquiry into fatal hit and run in Dunedin
Sean Buis suffered fatal blunt force injuries when he was run down in the suburb of Mornington in July 2022, following a falling-out over a drug debt.
Russia launches war's largest air attack on Ukraine, kills at least 12 people
The assault came as Ukraine and Russia prepared to conduct the third and final day of a prisoner swap.
First Up - The Podcast, Monday 26 May
On today's First Up pod: Russia has intensified strikes on Ukraine overnight, with widespread attacks across the country; at home, we hear from Whakatane motorbike racer Mitch Rees who's ticking off… Audio
Early Business News for 26 May 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
NZ firefighters heading to NSW to help with floods
New Zealand firefighters are heading for New South Wales as it grapples with the response and clean-up of the devastating floods. Fire and Emergency New Zealand assistant national commander Nick Pyatt… Audio
Russia launches largest air attack on Ukraine
Russia has carried out the largest air attack on Ukraine since the start of the war. Hundreds of missiles and drones were fired, killing at least 12 people and injuring dozens more. The BBC's James… Audio
AK bakery opens in Newmarket carpark booth
From pop-up to permanent, Ke Xin Li talks with baker Cathy Fan about her retail journey Audio
US: President delivers rambling speech to West Point graduates
President Trump rambles away at West Point, Katherine Firkin reports from NYC Audio
Misinformation war rages online amid India-Pakistan tensions
Spreading like wildfire: The online deepfake war surrounding the conflict between India and Pakistan.
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
Northland growers are looking at growing tumeric and ginger - Glenn Forsyth has the word from up north Audio
All Blacks watch: who pressed their case over the weekend?
Analysis - Some big performances over the weekend would certainly have piqued Scott Robertson's interest, writes Jamie Wall.
Beware of the zero rates rise promise
Local councils have more effect on our daily lives than policies from the Beehive. But more than half of eligible voters fail to have their say on who represents them.
Whakatane motorbike racer Mitch Rees on doing Isle of Man TT
Whakatane's Mitch Rees gives the Isle of Man TT a crack this week, he spoke with RNZ's Barry Guy Audio
Russia bombs Kyiv, but have prisoner swap with Ukraine
Russia slams Ukraine with the largest drone and missile attack of the war - Anita Purcell-Sjölund reports Audio
What Has One Eye but Can't See?
Exercise your brain with a Brain-Teaser, have a go at our world-famous-in-New-Zealand game What's That Sound?, hear Alisa tell a story from Nauru, and find out what Curtis likes about fishing with his… Audio
Health span versus life span - Dr Sharad Paul on 'biohacking our genes'
With his latest book, globally renowned skin cancer surgeon Dr Sharad Paul, reflects on habits and tweaks that may just allow us to hack into genomics to optimize our performance. Produced by… Audio
Local councils and the battle for money
Local councils have more effect on our daily lives than policies from the Beehive. But more than half of eligible voters fail to have their say on who represents them. Audio
Fungi that can 'eat you from the inside out' could spread as the world heats up
Yet we are still very far from understanding them.
Air NZ plane with hole in fuselage flies back to Auckland from Australia
The plane flew across the Tasman from Brisbane with no passengers at a low altitude.
Tina Makereti: Cancer and finding her feet
In her debut essay collection, the award-winning Māori novelist takes a deep and direct look into her own "challenging and peculiar life".
Why doing an 'autumn clean' could keep you and your home healthier this winter
Many household cleaners released "volatile organic compounds" which could cause headaches and eye, nose or throat irritation.
KiwiSaver at a crossroads: Another missed opportunity to fix NZ's retirement scheme
Analysis: Changes to KiwiSaver laid out in this year's Budget undermine what was already an underperforming scheme.
Daylight can boost the immune system’s ability to fight infections – new study
Ever found yourself out of sync with normal sleep patterns after late nights or working a night shift? It could be you're experiencing what scientists call social jet lag. Video
NRL: Raiders snap Warriors winning streak
Halfback Jamal Fogarty has steered Canberra Raiders past NZ Warriors and into the upper reaches of the NRL table, with a hardfought 16-10 over the home side at Go media Stadium.
Is increasing complexity humanity's path to survival or destruction?
Will humanity's 'global brain' of shared knowledge and cooperation lead to a better future, or to our extinction? Jim Mora talks with Cambridge University's Dr Thomas Moynihan. Audio
Begonia House saved: 'It's not just a Wellington thing'
The popular 1960s greenhouse for exotic plants will now be upgraded - rather than demolished - following Thursday's council meeting.
Mediawatch: Coverage on a Budget
The media make a drama out of Budget day every year, even though the big plot twists have been revealed in advance and bits of the backstory are no longer in the script.
Everything you need to know about the French Open
Your guide to the French Open, who the three Kiwis playing in it are, and what shape Iga Swiatek is in as she aims for her fifth crown.
Worlds of Music 25 May, 2025
Music from the world, for the world, with Seckou Keita & Catrin Finch, Oumou Sangaré, Hirini Melbourne, and Pakistani-American singer, composer, Arooj Aftab. Audio
Severe weather warnings for NZ as heavy rain, strong wind approaches
MetService has issued 11 weather watches and warnings across the country.
Everything you need to know about Warriors vs Raiders
The Warriors will be out for revenge after the Canberra Raiders dispatched their trans-Tasman rivals in the NRL season-opener at Las Vegas.
Gaza doctor on duty at hospital when her own children showed up, dead
Only one of her children - critically injured - survived the reported Israeli airstrike.
New Plymouth man’s violent attack on neighbour leads to community work
A drinking session between two neighbours mourning the loss of another neighbour turned bitterly violent, leaving one of the men "black and blue".
Can delivering blunt one-liners make you more confident?
German life coach Karin Kuschik offers handy phrases for setting boundaries and dodging drama in her best-selling book 50 Sentences That Make Life Easier.
Interview: Gareth Shute
Tony Stamp speaks with musician and music writer Gareth Shute about his band Thee Golden Geese's new videogame, and some of his writing on NZ music history for the website Audioculture. Audio
Can't Even by Bub
The name of Priya Sami's guitar four-piece may stand for 'breakup band', but this isn't an album of weepies, more like 70s-inflected rock with some cartoonish synth additions. Audio
Pink Silence by Cloth
Scottish twin siblings Rachael and Paul Swinton deliver a third album of tranquil textures with a hint of foreboding. Audio
Head knocks and ultra-violence: The viral dangers of Run It Straight
Opinion - Social media appeal and simplicity may be a large part of why the concerningly dangerous new tackling game Run It Straight has begun to capture attention and crowds in Australasia, three…
Man charged with murder of three-year-old Northland girl
The man will appear in the Kaikohe District Court on Monday.
Two people taken to hospital after house fire in Papakura
The fire has now been extinguished.
The real star shines: Portia Woodman-Wickliffe’s big day out
Watch: Ilona Maher might have the bigger social media following, but it didn't count for much once the greatest of all time got her hands on the ball. Video
Creating an arts colony: dungeon techno artists Grecco Romank
A much anticipated release of New Zealand Music Month has just been released and it's both an album and a book. It's from Tamaki Makaurau Auckland trio Grecco Romank. Both formats feature a slew of… Audio
Aussie state all but outlaws pet shops selling puppies
Law changes mean pet shops that want to keep selling dogs can only do so if they get them from a rescue centre.
Decision banning Indian government critic from returning home upheld
GP and filmmaker Dr Sapna Samant has been accused by the Indian government of causing "disharmony" in Indian society.
Parents battle to keep teen daughter away from older boyfriend, resort to legal action
The police said they were restricted in what they could do.
Supplies airdropped to Australian farmers stranded by floods
About 32,000 residents remained isolated due to floodwaters.
Child hurt when vehicle struck pedestrians in stable condition
Five people were hurt in total.
Regional Wrap: Warkworth with local Ursula Christel
Each week, Culture 101 puts the spotlight on a different part of Aotearoa for our Regional Wrap. This week Culture 101 heads 45-minutes north of Auckland to Warkworth. It's located at the head of the… Audio
Is Trump threatening US 'soft power'?
Critics argue Trump has in fact facilitated the opposite of 'soft power'.
Pedestrian may have been hit intentionally by driver - police
Police believe a person critically injured after being struck by a vehicle in Dannevirke this morning was deliberately hit.
Man arrested after several people assaulted in Gisborne
The assaults happened around Gladstone Road and Lowe Street.
Theatre show explores the monstrosity of motherhood
There's a dark side to motherhood that can still be too taboo to talk about. It's the hidden part which can be lonely, filled with rage and the reality can be monstrous. Audio
Serial book vandal targeting biographies of Māori, Pasifika women
A Hamilton book store owner is fed up with the "disrespectful" actions.
Basketball courts, drones & collage making with Petra Leary
From Castlecliff to Thames, half court to full court, around Aotearoa artists are increasingly being commissioned to create eye-popping colourful designs for public basketball courts. These courts… Audio
'Back next year ready to fight again' - Auckland FC coach
Auckland FC and coach Steve Corica will be quick to move on from abrupt end to first season.
UK renationalises train operator
The privatisation of rail operations took place in the mid-1990s.
Taking improv competitions into the workplace
For most people, the concept of getting up on stage for improvisation is the stuff of nightmares, let alone doing it at work with your colleagues. Audio
Ladi6: 'I wear my heart right on my forehead’
Whether she's writing deeply personal songs or counselling someone else through a tough time, Kiwi soul singer Ladi6 (aka Karoline Tamati) believes that we're all in this together.
The close cultural favourites of indie country star Mel Parsons
'Post High Slide' from Ohinehou Lyttleton based singer songwriter Mel Parsons is one of several new songs released ahead of a tour of Aotearoa and Australia that kicks off Sunday March 25 in Poneke… Audio
What's life really like for people around the Pacific?
Samoan-Kiwi filmmaker Tuki Laumea checks in with indigenous communities in ten Pacific nations for a new Al Jazeera documentary series.
Auckland's Northern Gateway toll road speed limit to increase to 110km/h
Transport Minister Chris Bishop said the road was designed with safety features in mind, and mostly straight.
How walking the Salt Path taught Raynor Winn to live for right now
As a film adaptation of her best-selling memoir screens in cinemas, Raynor Winn reflects on her "gruesome" but life-changing 1014km coastal trek with husband Moth.
What can Shakespeare teach us about happiness?
Cora Fox discusses how Shakespeare's plays depict happiness, and whether that view is still relevant today. Audio
Want to run for council? These are the rules
Nominations open for this year's local government elections on 4 July.
Ray Woolf: Best Song Eva
Legendary performer Ray Woolf joins us to pick his Best (Kiwi) Song Eva for NZ Music Month. Video, Audio
One dead in Manawatū truck crash
Police say it happened on Number 1 Line, Longburn at around 9:20am Sunday.
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