Timeline
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Child's death a stark reminder of speed of drowning - coroner
The death of a seven year old boy at a Whanganui public pool is a stark reminder of the speed at which children can drown, a coroner says.
Geoffrey Hinton
Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton on the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and why he left Google to sound the alarm. Plus his stark warning that already gives humanity a 10-20% chance of completely… Video, Audio
Climate solution all but buried before it begins
Climate fix, or fossil fuel lifeline - the truth behind the country's first carbon capture and storage project Audio
'We want to get Queenstown moving again' - cable car companies target resort town
A race is underway as two companies unveil their schemes to connect Queenstown by high-wire. Audio
Teen dies from head injuries after 'tackle game'
"Love you so much, lil bro," friends say after Ryan Satterthwaite, 19, was hurt while playing a game based on a controversial craze.
Former TVNZ presenter and doctor Samantha Bailey taken to tribunal for claiming HIV doesn’t exist
An expert witness says Bailey's claims are inaccurate and could discourage proper treatment and prevention.
Australia set to ban the sale of machetes, will it work?
Australian violence expert and Principal Research Fellow at Griffith University in Queensland Dr Samara McPhedran joins Emile Donovan to examine whether banning a weapon works, or whether violent… Audio
The welcoming world of Dungeons and Dragons
Ella Hope-Higginson is part of a new D&D podcast called The Fury of the Small which is launching this Friday on The Spinoff. Audio
Government urgency plans slow to a crawl
Last week's post-Budget urgency did not go smoothly, forcing the government to jettison earlier plans in order to make progress.
Does the South Island deserve dedicated representation in Parliament?
Dunedin academic Dr Duncan Connors is proposing a special parliamentary committee be established for the entire South Island, to redress the feeling that the South misses out when it comes to funding… Audio
Shower Thoughts: How is money laundered?
To explain what money laundering is, how it's done and how it's detected, Wellington lawyer Marty Robinson of Robinson Legal joins Emile Donovan. Audio
UK correspondent Christian Smith
Journalist Christian Smith joins Emile Donovan for news from the UK, including a visit to Canada for King Charles, and some thrilling cheese-rolling races in Gloucester. Audio
'She told me lies': Luxury resort boss says ex-manager's actions were 'terrifying'
Operations manager Belle Mumby allegedly forged chief executive's signature to claim overtime.
Police commissioner on controversial shoplifting directive
Police commissioner says staffer behind controversial theft and fraud memo "thought they were being helpful".
Police commissioner on controversial shoplifting directive
Police commissioner says staffer behind controversial theft and fraud memo "thought they were being helpful".
The psychology behind standing up when the plane lands
Clinical psychologist Dougal Southerland sits down to talk to Emile to explain why people queue to disembark many minutes before actually disembarking. Audio
Polynesian pride: Track star with island roots driven by family
Feature - Laiana McClinton's family were not surprised when the 17-year-old claimed double wins at the Florida State High School Athletics meet earlier this month.
Māori housing developer not concerned by Budget 2025 funding change
Kris MacDonald says they can build houses faster with lower overheads and with whānau engagement.
'Who died?' asked Erin Patterson as police searched her home
Accused killer seemed surprised when told of one of the three deaths believed to be from death cap mushrooms.
Health NZ wants to close a mental health facility, staff say more people need it
Rauaroha Segar House is a vital service for people who otherwise fall through the cracks, staff say.
Moana seek redemption after Hamilton humiliation
While the calculators may be required to determine the top six for 2025, the easiest equation for Moana is to simply win in Wellington.
Fighter at Dan Hooker's backyard brawl event referred to police
The man is understood to be a senior Mongrel Mob member who was wearing an electronic monitoring bracelet.
Would you swap your barista made coffee for filter? Al Brown thinks you should
The chef and restauranteur sells bottomless drip coffee at some of the cafes he owns. Audio
Kiwi in global contest to feature on Timbaland's album
Singer and musician Josh Leys has beat thousands of competitors to make it to the semi-finals.
Department of Conservation proposes cutting 84 jobs, primarily affecting women
It comes two weeks after their pay equity claim was cancelled, the union says.
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 27 May 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
'Giving liberty to the criminals': Shopkeeper speaks out on police memo
The directive sparked confusion and caused concern among shop owners. Audio
'Confusing and unhelpful' police directive canned
Police commissioner says staffer behind controversial theft and fraud memo 'thought they were being helpful'.
The Panel with Patrick Phelps and Sue Bradford (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Patrick Phelps and Sue Bradford. They discuss Shane Jones' message to those opposing the Government's mining strategy and debate the right… Audio
Farm machinery tax discount a 'boost' for rural economy
Those in the agriculture sector who can afford to buy new farm equipment are feeling buoyed by the government's new tax incentive.
The Panel with Patrick Phelps and Sue Bradford (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Patrick Phelps and Sue Bradford. They discuss a directive from Police regarding shoplifters that has some scratching their heads and the… Audio
'Premium beverages' for pets made from catnip
An Auckland startup making wines for cats and dogs says catnip could be the next big thing in New Zealand's diverse horticulture offering. Audio
Kiwibank and Airpoints part ways
The bank and Air New Zealand have decided to end their partnership.
Severe flooding in NSW causes death and destruction
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about how severe flooding has been causing death and destruction for communities on the New South Wales east coast and how a push is on to include… Audio
'We won't survive': Oyster farmers call for urgent solution to sewage overflows
Each spill into the Mahurangi River results in a 28-day ban on harvesting.
Cable car companies unveil plans to connect Queenstown
A cable car race is underway in Queenstown, as two different companies unveil their schemes to connect the town by high-wire. Whoosh and Southern Infrastructure Ltd have revealed blueprints of their… Audio
Moana seek redemption after Hamilton humiliation
Moana Pasifika were dealt a stark reality check form the Chiefs, in the form of an 85-7 annihilation.
Evening business for 27 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Auckland rail system to shut down over long weekend
Auckland trains will be shut down over the Kings Birthday long weekend, due to the ongoing rail upgrades.
'Traumatising' and 'terrifying' - Students' flat of horrors
A 19-year-old who took on a notorious Dunedin landlord is sharing her 'traumatising' ordeal over fears others could end up trapped in the same situation.
Kosta Barbarouses to leave Wellington Phoenix
The Wellington Phoenix's inability to retain successful players is in the spotlight again. All Whites striker Kosta Barbarouses is the latest player to turn his back on the A-League club saying he… Audio
Teen dies after suffering injuries after playing 'tackle game'
A teenager is dead after being critically injured while playing a version of a full contact collision game being promoted on social media. 19 year old Ryan Satterthwaite suffered a serious head injury… Audio
'Liars': Former members slam Gloriavale's personal apology offer as a 'PR stunt'
Former member Gideon Benjamin's request for an apology was rejected because he would not meet in secrecy.
Gloriavale leaders refuse to apologise to former member
Gloriavale leaders have refused to deliver a personal apology to a former member for abuse at the Christian community, despite publicly offering to say sorry to victims who ask for one. Leavers say… Audio
Police Commissioner calls shoplifting directive 'unhelpful'
The Prime Minister, Police Commissioner and Police Minister have all been forced to hose down concerns over an internal police memo directing officers not to investigate crimes under a certain value… Audio
Ministry's staff to work from home for week after pipe bursts
MBIE's office buildings is closed after the burst on a men's bathroom.
Police appeal for sighting of Northland murder victim
Daniel Hepehi was found with critical injuries at a property on Waikerikeri Road and later died.
How low will the Reserve Bank go with OCR cut?
Stand-in Reserve Bank governor Christian Hawkesby faces his first public test this week, selling the central bank's latest monetary policy statement .
Students expected to keep paying rent for house of horrors
A warning to Otago students after a group of would be flatmates were expected to keep paying for a house of horrors they never even moved into. The three students have been awarded more than $4000 in… Audio
$50 million of cocaine seized at Port of Tauranga
130 bricks of the drug were found in a shipping container which had come from Italy via Panama.
Auckland mental health facility rally to save vital service
Staff at an Auckland mental health facility are rallying to save what they say is a vital service for people who would otherwise fall through the cracks. Health New Zealand has put forward a proposal… Audio
Police shoplifting directive wrong and not appropriate - PM
"We expect our police to tackle crime everywhere," that said by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon as he and the Police Commissioner moved to reassure the public about a new police directive that's… Audio
Blocked fire exits could see bar's licence suspended
The operators of a popular Dunedin bar say threat of on-licence suspension has been a profound wake up call.
Moana Pasifika heading to Wellington for match up
It's been a fairytale season, but Moana Pasifika were given a stark reality check at the weekend. Hammered 85-7 by the Chiefs in Hamilton, Moana head to the capital for this weekend's match up - still… Audio
Kiwi 'pet wine' company looking at US market
Could New Zealand's next big export be alcohol free wine laced with the natural stress relieving ingredient catnip for pets? Kiwi company Muttley's Estate is already making a range of vintages with… Audio
Mayor renews calls for rain radar after flash flooding
Intense rainfall left parts of Nelson underwater on Monday.
Kremlin says Trump suffering 'emotional overload'
The Kremlin is trying to downplay Donald Trump's criticisms of Vladimir Putin after Russia carried out a large-scale drone attack on Ukraine. The US President said Mr Putin has "gone absolutely… Audio
Al Brown urging people to switch to filter coffee
In the face of rising coffee prices top chef Al Brown is urging people to park the snobbery and make the switch to the more filter coffee rather barista made espresso. Brown reckons filter has come a… Audio
The Cawthron pipes are calling
Myles Payne and a novel campaign to raise money for the Nelson Centre for Musical Arts' organ. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 27 May 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman to preview this evening's programme. Producer Sam Hollis joins the boys to discuss an Irish woman's unique sales strategy for her home. Audio
How Billy T winner Hoani Hotene uses te reo Māori in comedy
Hotene joins the likes of Kura Forrester, Jermaine Clement and Taika Waititi as past Māori winners of the prize celebrating emerging talent on the NZ comedy circuit.
‘Please walk on me’ – flag artwork sparks outrage again
A controversial artwork on display in Nelson that invites visitors to "please walk on" the NZ flag has angered the RSA.
'Woefully inadequate': Sportsground has six toilets for 4000 people
Tauranga council debates $20,000 cost for portaloos at Mount Maunganui's Blake Park.
Broadcasting Standards Authority rules on three complaints against RNZ
Three broadcasting complaints that were not upheld by RNZ have also failed on referral to the Broadcasting Standards Authority.
Feature interview: How to overcome a victim mindset
Newsflash. No one's life is perfect. But we've managed to turn everyday suffering into social currency and being a victim into a competitive sport says renowned psychologist Dr Scott Barry Kaufman. In… Audio
Man who raped, murdered elderly woman to stay behind bars
Peter Carrington has spent over two decades in prison for the murder of Mya Sollis.
Rugby: Slipper set to surpass Crusaders prop as most capped Super Rugby player
Wallabies prop James Slipper has signed a one-year contract extension with the ACT Brumbies that is likely to see him become the most-capped Super Rugby player in the competition's history.
Music feature
Today we're delving into the world of Diane Warren, the songwriter behind more than 30 top ten hits. We're talking artists like Celine Dion, Toni Braxton, Aerosmith, Faith Hill, Chicago etc… Audio
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Our Australian correspondent Brad Foster gave us an update on the NSW floods, Olympic Breakdancer Raygun's musical. Audio
Book Critic
Bill Hastings joined Jesse to review Niall Williams latest novel - Time of the Child. Audio
Country star Kaylee Bell on unexpected motherhood
Bell is currently one of New Zealand's most successful music exports despite a lifetime of health battles that made her think having a baby wasn't possible.
Jordyn with a Why: 'My music career is basically a series of doing scary things'
You make your world bigger when you can live outside of being comfortable, says musician Jordyn Morgan (aka Jordyn with a Why).
Saxophonist Thabani Gapara is hitting his stride at 40: ‘So many wonderful changes are taking place’
New Zealand's go-to saxophonist is up for Best Jazz Artist at this year's Aotearoa Music Awards.
The finalists for the 2025 Aotearoa Music Awards
Stan Walker and CHAII lead nominations for the awards that celebrate New Zealand's music industry.
ELENA & The Early 20's
ELENA is in to talk to Janay about her latest musical adventures. Harry chats to Adam from The Early 20's who have seen some great success on their latest single. We get ready for the AMA's which are… Audio
'Poison': Villagers still fearful of contaminated fish near Manawanui wreck
The New Zealand Navy vessel ran aground on the reef off the south coast of Upolu in early October 2024 before catching fire and sinking. Audio
Rapper CHAII can't believe she's clocked the most Tūī nominations
The Persian-Kiwi has earned five nominations at this year's Aotearoa Music Awards which she says is "crazy".
Neyder Moreno moves on from Auckland FC
Auckland FC's Colombian midfielder is the first player to leave after A-League season's abrupt end.
Lorde crashes Lorde-themed club night, astonishing fans
The Grammy award-winning Kiwi singer made a surprise appearance at a Lorde-themed night at Mary's Underground nightclub.
Tech Tuesday
Tim Batt joined Jesse to discuss the scandals surrounding the CEO of OpenAI Sam Altman's crypto project called WorldCoin and the case of an AI model trying to blackmail its engineers when they tried… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 27 May 2025
In today's episode, the Police Commissioner has slammed a shoplifting directive issued to police, labelling it as "confusing and unhelpful", RNZ revealed last week a memo was sent to police about not… Audio
Samoa to go to early election as PM concedes
Samoa's Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa has announced she will seek a dissolution of parliament.
Man charged over Auckland school bus crash that injured child
The man is facing a charge of careless driving
Cricket: One run, eight ducks, total carnage as Richmond implode
In what may rank among cricket's most spectacular batting calamities, Richmond's fourth XI were dismissed for a grand total of two runs at the weekend only one of which they actually scored…
MOTAT wins International Exhibition of the Year
It's been described as the 'Oscars of the Museum world' and our very own MOTAT - Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau's Museum of Transport and Technology has won big. Audio
Deane's Fireplace Mystery
Deane speaks to Jesse about his fireplace. A fireplace that happend to be playing our radio station. Audio
Kiwi in global contest to feature on Timbaland's album
Kiwi singer and musician Josh Leys has made it to the semifinals of a global contest being run by American record producer and rapper Timbaland. He was amongst 20,000 hopefuls to enter earlier this… Audio
'Wrong': PM lays into police shoplifting directive
The Police Commissioner says the instructions were "unhelpful" and Christopher Luxon says they were "not appropriate", after confusion about how police would treat retail theft. Audio
Pacific news in brief for 27 May
A round-up of news from around the region, including dengue cases in Tonga reaching 793.
Rugby legend urges Pasifika to prioritise measles vaccination
Lemalu Semo Sititi addresses concerns about complacency and the need for community action.
Cook Islands questions removal from global shipping database
Maritime Cook Islands was told in May that it was removed from the Registry Information Sharing Compact due to a "potential violation".
Call to boost business with Nepal
Winston Peters will tomorrow undertake the first ever visit to Nepal by a New Zealand Foreign Minister. It coincides with the anniversary of Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary's ascent of Mount… Audio
Oyster farmer 'not hopeful' sewage overflows in Mahurangi Harbour will stop
An Oyster farmer in Warkworth says he's not hopeful sewage overflows affecting his livelihood will stop, after a meeting with Watercare on Monday. Tom Walters runs Matakana Oysters and he spoke to… Audio
Samoans to head to the polls as govt calls early election
Samoa's Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa has announced she will seek a dissolution of parliament and an early election. RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Phoenix star Kosta Barbarouses leaves the club
The veteran All Whites forward says he plans to play elsewhere next season.
On one street, half the residents lost entire homes to floods in NSW
Hundreds of homes are uninhabitable after record NSW floods. This is what it looks like returning to a street where most homes were underwater.
Midday Sports News for 27 May 2025
The Wellington Phoenix have lost another key player with striker Kosta Barbarouses announcing he will leave the A-League club. Audio
Midday Business News for 27 May 2025
Midday Business News for 27 May 2025 Audio
Public health response to Auckland measles case stood down
Health officials have stood down the public health response to measles, after no further cases were detected about two and a half weeks since a first case in Auckland was identified.
MTA on police directive not to investigate fuel theft under $150
RNZ revealed last week a memo was sent to police about not investigating retail crime below certain thresholds - this meant officers could apply nationally standardised value thresholds when assessing… Audio
Police Commissioner slams shoplifting directive
The Police Commissioner has slammed a shoplifting directive issued to police, labelling it as "confusing and unhelpful". National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Police confirm directive to 'park' low-value shoplifting investigations
Police say financial thresholds helped staff "triage" crime and resources.
Police Commissioner slams shoplifting directive
Richard Chambers says the instructions were 'confusing and unhelpful', after concerns police would not be following up retail thefts.
Police Commissioner slams shoplifting directive
Richard Chambers says the instructions were 'confusing and unhelpful', after concerns police would not be following up retail thefts.
How couples save on their weddings (and what they splurge on)
A wedding budget can quickly increase, but some couples have come up with clever ways to keep costs down.
Northland crayfish harvest ban on the cards
Fisheries Minister Shane Jones said consultation on the proposal would start soon, and would be controversial.
Edmonds calls Budget 'direct assault' on NZ values
Labour's finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds says she still has not read the Greens' alternative Budget, while defending a scarcity of fiscal policies of her own.
'Snuck in' change may cost first-home buyers thousands
Some borrowers could face a bigger bill from 1 July.
How to fix the confusing, dull Monaco Grand Prix?
Analysis: This year's race went from dull to borderline comical.
Plea for UN intervention over illegal PNG logging
A United Nations Committee is being urged to act on human rights violations committed by illegal loggers in Papua New Guinea.
Sports correspondent Marc Hinton
Auckland FC are knocked out of the A-League at the penultimate hurdle, losing to Melbourne Victory at home. The Warriors lose after a five-game winning streak and what shape the Super Rugby playoffs… Audio
School lunches: Is potato a salad vegetable?
Official documents reveal which meals were nutritionally sound and what students really thought in taste tests.
'We pinch ourselves every time we make it to another country'
A Kiwi family has passed the halfway point in their bid to circumnavigate the globe.
Fate of Te Kāhui Auaha campus in question
The creative campus in Wellington has had student enrolments drop substantially.
Xanthe White: "I have never made a garden without native plants in it"
Landscape designer and gardener Xanthe White on how to work with native plants in your garden. Audio
State of Origin: What you need to know
Rugby league's fiercest rivalry will return to the field this week with the men's State of Origin series kicking off in Brisbane on Wednesday.
'Like a circus': Hipkins fires back as Peters rules out Labour again
The Labour leader says NZ First has "held the country to ransom for long enough". Audio
Watch: Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis speak in Auckland
The PM and Finance Minister have been visiting businesses after a tax change announced in the Budget.
Business commentator Dan Brunskill
The Government is tipping $200 million into getting a stake in an offshore gas field. Dan also discusses changes to KiwiSaver and the Government's investment boost scheme. And, the Reserve Bank meets… Audio
Hurricanes star Billy Proctor has his eyes on the prize
The team could cement their fourth placing in the game against Moana Pasifika in Wellington.
Car hits pedestrians during Liverpool parade
Video appears to show angry fans trying to reach the driver after a car drove at speed into large crowds lining the street. Audio
Around the motu: Chris Hyde in Hawke's Bay
Napier Port is facing a decline in cruise bookings, three very active Hamilton brothers have had six hip replacements between them, and Lonely Planet listed Napier among its "15 cities with the most… Audio
Person struck by car doing burnouts as hundreds gather
Police have launched a "significant" investigation into the gathering.
Posties upset about not delivering to hospitals
If you're thinking about sending a get well soon card to a loved one in hospital - you might need to think again about how you do it. Audio
Performance with a purpose - Trump on South Africa
Donald Trump's claims of a white genocide in South Africa betray the influence of his billionaire expat friends, including Elon Musk
Book review: Ocean: Earth's Last Wilderness by Sir David
David Hill reviews Ocean: Earth's Last Wilderness by Sir David Attenborough and Colin Butfield published by Hachette Audio
Metro Performance Glass posts $13.5 million full-year loss
Major glass manufacturer Metro Performance Glass slumped to another hefty loss, with revenue falling and debt increasing amid challenging trading conditions.
Samoa to go to early election after Fiame concedes
Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa has announced she will seek a dissolution of parliament and an early election. Audio
Defending champ Swiatek launches French Open record bid
Swiatek looks to become the first woman to win four straight French Open crowns in the professional era since 1968.
Slips, power outages, road closures, with more rain to come
The downpour is clearing for now, with another wave expected soon. Audio
Debate heats up over stone stacking on lake's foreshore
Locals want the practice banned due to environmental concerns, but experts hold mixed views on whether the structures are harming the ecosystem.
Macron dismisses viral video showing apparent shove from wife
French President Emmanuel Macron has dismissed a viral video showing his wife Brigitte pushing his face away as they disembarked from a plane in Vietnam for the first leg of a Southeast Asia tour.
Kelly Tarlton: NZ's great treasure hunter
The real story of Kelly Tarlton - treasure hunter and underwater explorer.
Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 27 May 2025
In today's episode, the Labour Party is critical of the government's plans to redevelop Nelson Hospital, saying it will deliver half the number of new beds as the previous government had planned… Audio
How NZ inspired a leading vaccine maker in India
A pale gold serum from cattle blood in New Zealand is being used to manufacture vaccines for foot-and-mouth disease and human rabies in South Asia.
Air NZ increasing flights between Hamilton, Christchurch
Air New Zealand CEO says the introduction of the jet services was about building connectivity.
Auckland teen 'super excited' to secure spot at Cambridge University
Seventeen-year-old Kevin Guo is the only international student to be offered a place at Peterhouse College - the oldest of the Cambridge colleges.
USA correspondent Ron Elving
The US President is not happy with Russia President Vladimir Putin stalling and Harvard as US sentiment towards the war in Gaza shifts, with people tired of the ongoing fighting. Audio
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