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RNZ Pacific News at 6am for 25 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Deputy PM Seymour: has election campaign begun?
Changes to building legislation lead the topics of the week with deputy Prime Minister David Seymour. Audio
UK: former PM David Cameron announces he had prostate cancer
A health update from a former UK PM and Scotland's funeral directors warn that coffins are getting too big for the country's crematoriums, Henry Riley reports from London Audio
Open letter calls for National to scrap homeless ban in AK CBD
An open letter's being drafted calling on the government to scrap a proposed homeless ban in Auckland central - reporter Jessica Hopkins has the story Audio
Nelson roadworks causing headaches for retailers
Roadworks in Nelson's CBD and the Hindu community are looking for a home - Max Frethey reports from the top of the South Audio
'Grade inflation': Think-tank warns 'A's will soon be most common uni grade
A new report has analysed grade data from the country's eight universities between 2006 and 2024.
'Three beautiful angels taken too soon': Funeral for children killed in Sanson house fire
August, 7, Hugo, 5, and Goldie Field, 1, died on 15 November in what's being treated as a murder-suicide.
The controversial 'secondary kill' plan to eliminate feral cats
Some Stewart Islanders think they can wipe out all predators from their piece of paradise, allowing endangered native species to thrive. A ‘secondary kill’ 1080 poison strategy to kill feral cats is a…
Antarctica in a Warming World
In Antarctica in a Warming World researchers talk about the present impacts of climate change on the icy continent, and what they mean for our future. Watch now on the RNZ website - rnz.co.nz/video Audio
KF2 1 min trailer
The kÄkÄpÅ files returns for a second season, starting 16th December. Audio
Restoring freshwater forests
In lakes all over New Zealand, once-vibrant underwater forests are disappearing, as water quality declines. At the Ruakura “tank farm,†scientists are figuring out how to give them a helping hand… Audio
Making Ends Meat
As food bills rise, how do we keep meat on the menu? Katy Gosset visits one of Christchurch's oldest butcheries and talks cheap cuts and thrifty options. Audio
Australian Senate shut down after politician's burka stunt
The rare shutdown came after One Nation's Pauline Hanson entered the chamber wearing a burka and subsequently refused to leave after being sanctioned.
News in Cook Islands Maori for 25 November 2025
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
Uber victory will be trumped by Parliament
Unions who won an employment case for four Uber drivers in three different courts could find the ruling short-lived, with the introduction of new legislation Audio
NZ has halted access to puberty blockers. What does the rest of the world do?
While young people who currently have a prescription will be able to continue to use their medication in New Zealand, doctors will not be allowed to prescribe to new patients from mid-December.
Meet the country's youngest ever NZ Funeral Association president
Bradley Shaw has just been made President of the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand Audio
Pig farm hit with record fine after 'appalling' offending
The farm had sewage tanks overflowing into waterways, with repeated violations one of "the worst cases" officials had ever dealt with.. Video
'Is this for real?': Cleaner's shock $20,000 discovery
The Wellington cleaner says it's the most "insane" thing she's ever found.
'It's another limit to push' - Motueka teens prepare for non-stop endurance event
Four Motueka teens will hike, bike and paddle through remote parts of Marlborough for up to nine days in the upcoming Godzone expedition race. Audio
World news with the BBC
We cross to Pete Ross at the BBC World Service to take a look at some of the events making international headlines. Audio
Small Histories with Emma Kay
Tonight she's talking about Madame Zenobia an Auckland fortune teller who found herself in trouble with the law. Audio
They lived off-grid in an Italian forest. Now their kids are in care
The family of five's living situation came to light in 2024 when they landed in hospital for poisoning after eating wild mushrooms.
Family criticise police over media release on body discovery
Police announced they found a body believed to be Te Anihana Pomana in dense bush in the Pukekohe area.
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 24 November 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
Why a libertarian wants more done to collect unpaid taxes
Damien Grant is an Auckland business owner says the current system for collecting tax arrears is broken. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 8pm for 24 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Concerned parents tried calling hospital staff before baby was stillborn
The husband was unable to make contact with the midwife as the bedside phone had been switched to "block caller mode".
Search for missing fisherman called off for the day
The man was reportedly swept away while fishing in a remote location with friends.
Mum raises privacy concerns over photo clause at Santa event
The owners of Enchanted Christmas say they are now removing the term from their website. Audio
The Panel Plus for 24 November 2025
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Wallace chats to Paul Baragwanath, Director of the Kahui St David's Charitable… Audio
Suicide bombers kill three at Pakistan paramilitary HQ
The attackers forced their way into the headquarters of the frontier constabulary in Peshawar city before blowing themselves up.
Teen fatally stabbed after failed sheep rustling mission, court told
Rakai Jacob Thompson, 26, appeared in the High Court at New Plymouth charged with the murder of Te Omeka Pairama Akariri-Buckley.
The Panel with Deborah Hart and Allan Blackman, Part 2
In part two, the panel examines the Mamdani Effect and hears why politicians need to take notice of Zohran Mamdani and his effect on Gen z politics. Then, we return to Barry the Dog, left in SPCA care… Audio
Australian Michelin star chef Skye Gyngell dies aged 62
She had been battling a rare form of skin cancer and died just days after her mother.
Health petition missing hundreds of signatures from South Westland
Part of a massive petition calling for an urgent fix for the health system never made it to Wellington, where the petition was presented last week.
The Panel with Deborah Hart and Allan Blackman, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Deborah Hart and Allan Blackman. First up, the government's added another sheet of gib to its reforms of the building sector. John Grey… Audio
Man stopped for speeding is arrested over shooting at flats
Palmerston North police pulled the man over for speeding, then arrested him after finding a shot gun.
Wellington women's golf academy aims to make dreams a reality
Organisers hope it will allow women's amateur players to realise their dreams.
More coloured sand products recalled over asbestos concerns
A rainbow sand art toy sold at various discount stores nation-wide is the latest coloured sand product to be recalled over concerns about asbestos.
What opposition parties think of National's KiwiSaver policy
The prime minister's statements are doing little to hose down opposition claims his KiwiSaver policy is likely linked to a rise in the retirement age.
Teenagers to take on world's largest expedition race
A group of past and present students from Motueka High School are among the youngest competitors to take on the Godzone adventure race that begins later this week in Marlborough. Between them, the… Audio
Rise in Russian activity in UK water
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about a rise in Russian activity in UK waters, as well as poultry potentially being off the menu for some households in the UK this… Audio
Evening business for 24 November 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
'We want answers': Mother's plea as pepper spray death inquest continues
Caleb Moefa'auo went into cardiac arrest and died, shortly after being pepper sprayed by an officer in 2022.
Kane Williamson to return to Black Caps for West Indies series
After nearly a year away from red ball cricket, Kane Williamson will return to the New Zealand test side for the upcoming series against the West Indies. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
…Over one million tonnes of food wasted each year
A food waste researcher would like to see mandatory kerbside composting put back on the table, after researchers discovered just how much food is wasted in New Zealand every year. Their report… Audio
Prime Minister hit with claims Kiwisaver policy linked to age rise
The prime minister is struggling to hose down the opposition's claim his Kiwisaver policy is likely linked to a rise in the retirement age. The proposal unveiled yesterday would see employers required… Audio
Australian police to recommence search for Gus
This search will be the third time police have returned to the property following the initial 10-day search in September.
Government unveils changes to building rules
The government has unveiled its renovation to building rules, with changes including mandatory home warranties, indemnity insurance for some professionals and a doubling of penalties for so called… Audio
'Slender Man' attacker cuts off monitoring bracelet and disappears
Morgan Geyser stabbed her sixth-grade classmate to win favour with a fictional internet character named "Slender Man" more than a decade ago.
Glass window falls from central Auckland building
A team of commercial abseilers were called in to secure the windows.
Te Mata Peak discovery sparks warning over invasive weed
Invasive pest Chilean needle grass has sharp, needle-like seeds which have posed a serious threat to Hawke's Bay's agriculture.
Titanic passenger's pocket watch sells for record $4.16 million
The watch had stopped at 2:20am - the exact time the Titanic sank.
Low income earners biggest losers in Kiwisaver changes - economics expert
The biggest losers in National's bid to super size Kiwisaver are low income earners and small businesses according to an economics expert. If re-elected National is proposing to raise Kiwisaver… Audio
'Forever chemicals' found in NZ whales, dolphins
Species feeding mid-water were just as exposed to PFAS as coastal Māui dolphins or deep-diving species like beaked whales, new research found.
Mother wants meaningful change after pepper spray prison death
The mother of a man who died after being pepper sprayed in Mt Eden Prison wants to see meaningful change, as the second part of inquest into his death gets underway in Auckland. It's been nearly four… Audio
Resene workers continue to strike over pay
"Chump change" is how one striking worker at Resene Paint in Lower Hutt has described the company's latest pay offer. A noisy protest of around 80 workers and supporters braved the rain to picket the… Audio
Pig farm hit with record fine after 'appalling' offending
The farm had sewage tanks overflowing into waterways, with repeated violations one of "the worst cases" officials had ever dealt with.. Video
Questions over future for All Blacks coach and captain
The All Black season finished with a comfortable win over Wales, but attention now turns to what will happen next. Questions have been raised over coach Scott Robertson and captain Scott Barrett… Audio
Police still looking for people involved in unprovoked assault
The victim of the assault was left with a fractured eye socket and broken nose.
Body of woman found after she went missing leaving Sky City hotel
Te Anihana Pomana, also known as Ani Anderson, went missing on 21 August after leaving Sky City hotel in the early hours of the morning.
Newly elected Auckland coucillor calling for a rates review
Howick councillor Bo Burns is calling for a review of the city's rates; specifically the so called Uniform Annual General Charge. That's the fee that's the same amount for every household regardless… Audio
Woman says son pleaded to leave boarding house days before death
Lisa Hawkeswood said her son Jack lasted three days in the lodge before pleading to live with her because he hated his accommodation. Audio
Two rescued after plane's water landing
Police received a mayday call before a private boat brought the two people on board to shore.
Mum put off Christmas experiences over worries about photo use
An enchanted Santa experience was more of a nightmare before Christmas for an Auckland mum, after she discovered the T&Cs would allow the business to use any photos taken of her children for its… Audio
Mataks clinch OFC futsal crown as PNG, Vanuatu take Melanesian titles
Solomons Islands, Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu were winners at two different football competitions across the Pacific over the weekend.
RNZ Pacific News at 4pm for 24 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Elaine Kidd: the story comes first
British stage director Elaine Kidd talks about her work to bring out the actor in some of New Zealand's up-and-coming singers. Audio
Watch: PM speaks to media after NZ First, ACT stoush
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is speaking to media in Auckland.
Worker critically injured at kiwifruit packhouse near Ōpōtiki
Worksafe said it was investigating the incident.
Kelmarna Community Farm celebrates 40 years with new book
The 4 and a half acre block of land is nestled between the Auckland suburbs of Ponsonby and Herne Bay, the last place you'd expect to find a farm. Audio
Milford Great Walk reopens after track damaged by avalanches
The Milford Track is open to the public again, with Department of Conservation staff finally able to get in and restore damaged tracks. Audio
Body found in search for missing woman Te Anihana Pomana
She has been missing since August.
Could encouraging boys to read help lift their mental health
Real men read books. For Dr. Shilo Brooks books, not barbells at the gym or bros on social media, shaped the kind of man he wanted to be. After a rough childhood, his second stepfather showed him that… Audio
Two rescued after plane's water landing
Police received a mayday call before a private boat brought the two people on board to shore.
Resene workers go on strike: 'They don't care about us'
The union says the cost of bringing workers up to the living wage is a "drop in the ocean" compared with Resene's overall revenue.
RNZ Pacific News at 3pm for 24 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
No charges for burn pile owner after Kaikōura fires destroy homes
A total of 33 structures were destroyed in the fires, but it was open fire season.
Warm and muggy weather making a strong comeback this week
MetService is forecasting rising temperatures for most areas and wet conditions for the South Island.
Expert Feature: Everything you need to know about wedding planning
Wedding season is well underway and while weddings can be one of the happiest days of a couples' life ... it can also be one of the most stressful. How do you avoid blowing your budget? How do you… Audio
Jesse Goes Clubbing
Monday is club day here at Afternoons because our team is determined that Jesse hits the clubs. So if you have a club you'd like Jesse to join for the day please get in touch - we'd love to hear from… Audio
Wellington school to finally get new buildings
The school is looking to put behind it years of disruption centred round its old and earthquake-prone buildings.
Television Critic: Happiness and the Celebrity Traitors effect
Our critic Linda Burgess joins me now with her recommendations: Happiness - TV3. The Celebrity Traitors - ThreeNow Audio
Burst water pipe closes Wellington high school
The school says students taking NCEA exams this afternoon are not affected.
Bill for new Taranaki bypass nearly doubles to almost $600 million
The budget for the Mt Messenger Bypass has climbed up in costs from $365 million to nearly $600m.
Body found in search for man missing at Christchurch lake
Police have found the body of a man in Lake Rua after being alerted to a missing person on Sunday.
RNZ Pacific News at 2pm for 24 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Hipkins takes shots at Te Pāti Māori, Winston Peters
It comes after a recent poll saw Labour come out on top as best to handle most issues.
Roadside drug testing nearly worthless, expert says
As the New Zealand rollout begins, an Australian crash researcher says it's a scattergun approach. Audio
Big-screen adaptation of iconic Kiwi dog show coming soon
For those who grew up with the whistle of a shepherd and the shuffle of a determined collie on a Sunday evening, the project arrives steeped in nostalgia.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 24 November 2025
A KiwiSaver provider says that while National's proposed contribution rate increase is positive, the scheme's incentives need to be front and centre in discussions leading into next year's election; A… Audio
What is forensic toxicology?
Five hundred toxicologists from around the world have converged on Auckland for their annual meeting. They're sharing their world-leading work in what is an ever-evolving toxicology environment. To… Audio
One long song: "All My Friends" by LCD Soundsystem
Time now for one long song - our chance to play a song as it's meant to be - in its entirety - our only rule is it needs to be over seven minutes. We'd love to hear from you if you have a suggestion… Audio
Mt Eden Prison under significant pressure at time of pepper spray death, staffer says
Not enough training is given to Corrections staff working in the Intervention Support Unit, a staff member says.
Rewi Alley Museum: Basis of NZ-China relationship is ‘genuine friendship’
The Rewi Alley Memorial Museum in Christchurch is expected to open to the public in the next few days.
How to make a blockbuster movie in ten days for ten grand
That's what a couple of Kiwi filmmakers have done with "Notes from a Fish" which hits cinemas next month. Co-directors Tom Levesque and Romy Hooper are with Jesse. Audio
What proposed changes to the Building Act could mean to you
Building and Construction minister Chris Penk has announced some proposed changes to the Building Act which will shake up who is liable for defective building work. For years, all parties involved in… Audio
Fijian cabinet backs bill to restore customary control of surfing areas
The Commercial Use of Marine Areas Bill 2025 has been given the all-clear to be tabled in parliament, which resumed on Monday.
How much food is wasted in NZ every year?
For the first time, a report has measured just how much is thrown away or lost across the entire food chain.
Joseph Parker's first trainer, Grant Arkell, dies
The legendary boxing trainer has died, aged 77.
New 'home warranty' rules protecting homeowners announced
The government has revealed more details on how homeowners can be protected under its proposed proportionate liability system for the Building Act.
'Cut him loose at his most vulnerable': Charity on soldier who attacked taxi driver
It comes as a former infantry soldier accuses the New Zealand Defence Force of failing to get him the help he desperately needed. Audio
Phoenix set to take off after positive start to A-League
While expectations are always high, the Phoenix women would be delighted with the position they find themselves in the A-League.
'Ticking time bomb': Ex-soldier who attacked taxi driver says he desperately needed help
Jack Wesley assaulted a driver in a drunken rage after returning home from training Ukranian troops. Audio
Cleaner finds $20,000 while vacuuming chairs
A cleaner tidying up some dusty old chairs at a Wellington property has stumbled across the find of a lifetime, $20,000. Massive Property Services co owner, Loll spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Police investigating 90 minute string of ramraids in Christchurch
Multiple burglaries were reported to police at a number of commercial properties across the city.
Milford Track now open to the public
After weeks of delays, Milford Track is now open to the public. Aaron Fleming, DOC's Operations Director for the Southern South Island spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Midday Rural News for 24 november 2025
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio
Midday Sports News for 24 November 2025
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
Midday Business News for 24 November 2025
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Review: Pixies deliver polished walk down unconventional memory lane
Fans soaked up nostalgia of hearing Bossanova and Trompe le Monde in full on a glorious weekend of music in Auckland.
Concern over lack of mental health support in defence force
A veterans charity says there is growing concern about the lack of mental health and transitional support within the Defence Force. No Duff Charitable Trust 'Aaron Wood spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Second phase of inquest into pepper spray prison death begins
Corrections officers are expected to front as the second part of an inquest into the death of a man pepper-sprayed in prison gets underway.
'Is this for real?': Cleaner's shock $20,000 discovery
She says it's the most "insane" thing she's ever found.
Expert says KiwiSaver incentives should be front and centre
A KiwiSaver provider says that while National's proposed contribution rate increase is positive, the scheme's incentives need to be front and centre in discussions leading into next year's election… Audio
Senior detective faces criminal investigation over objectionable material
It's understood the Auckland detective has decades of experience in police and has been been stood down.
Kane Williamson returns to Black Caps for first West Indies test
Kane Williamson has returned to the side after missing the Test series in Zimbabwe over the winter.
Listener Rich Malyon's whitling
Rich Malyon has perfected the art of whitling. This was originally a sea urchin.
Coming up
Apologies all round after Lawson mistake and McLaren disqualification
Liam Lawson has said sorry to his team after he squandered valuable points in Las Vegas.
The best Christmas markets around the world this year
There's nothing quite like a festive market to bring out the Christmas spirit in people.
'Just seems cruel': Councillor shocked by comments after being hit by car
Julie Fairey has become accustomed to abusive comments - but she was still stunned.
Members given extension to take helicopters to exclusive golf club
It comes after Auckland Council issued abatement notices to Mangawhai's Te Arai Links and its sister club Tara Iti to halt helicopter activity after a noise complaint.
Off the beaten track with Kennedy Warne
Kennedy Warne joins Kathryn from Northland, where he's been visiting a marae teaching traditional weaving. Kennedy also talks about two of the double-hulled waka of the Hawaii-based Polynesian… Audio
Dive squad searches Christchurch lake for missing man
Police were alerted on Sunday evening of a man reported missing in Lake Rua, Harewood.
First recipients of social investment funding revealed
The first round of $50 million in funding is going to seven programmes.
Experiencing food in India
Sarah Meikle has been travelling around India for more than 25 years and now runs small group tours for those really interested in life and culture in the world's most populous country. As the… Audio
'Just seems cruel': Councillor shocked by comments after being hit by car
Councillor Julie Fairey has become accustomed to abusive comments - but she was still stunned. Audio
No reprieve as Queensland heads for a 45C day
Parts of the Australian state are facing a scorcher, while its south-east braces for severe storms.
Draft Crypto Bill under review as concerns loom
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce has raised concerns about recent public talks on the draft Cook Islands Cryptocurrency (Ransomware Suppression) Bill 2025.
Political commentators Gareth Hughes and Ben Thomas
Ben and Gareth discuss recent events in politics. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 11am for 24 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Around the motu: David Williams in Christchurch
David discusses increased pressure on council owned companies, such as Lyttleton Port Company, to lift dividends to help ease rates rises. Audio
Passenger on Disney cruise going to Auckland presumed dead after going overboard
The cruise ship turned around and circled the waters for about five hours as crew tried to find the 73-year-old.
Book review: New Zealand Photography Collected
David Hill reviews New Zealand Photography Collected by Athol McCredie, published by Te Papa Press. Audio
Kiwi Property's net profit falls 77 percent
The Sylvia Park and Drury township developer's net profit fell 77 percent with an unrealised fair value loss of $30.3 million.
Hoggard denies conflict of interest
SAFE has made a complaint to the prime minister after the decision to allow the continued use of farrowing crates and mating stalls.
Call for changes to tackle overheating homes in summer
Too many new homes are overheating in the increasingly hot summers and the government is being urged to follow other countries' leads and do something about it. Audio
Sir Richard Faull and the wonders of the human brain
The human brain has more than 90 billion cells, which generally work together in harmony. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 24 November 2025
National is proposing to raise Kiwisaver contributions to a combined 12% by 2032 - bringing it in line with Australia; Newly re-elected Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says his second term will be focused… Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 10am for 24 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Potential PM candidate says 'low-hanging fruits available' to improve people's lives
Lord Fakafanua was re-elected as a nobles' representative for Ha'apai in last week's general election.
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