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Conclave to select new Pope to begin
A New Zealand theologian says politicking will be at fever pitch as more than 130 cardinals gather in the Vatican to begin the process to elect a new pope. Catholic Theological College in Auckland… Audio
Pacific growth faces slowdown amid trade global tensions - IMF
The International Monetary Fund says that, because of the Trump tariffs, the new economic landscape is subject to high uncertainty.
Stranger tries to abduct South Auckland student
Police and teachers will be meeting with pupils on Wednesday, after a stranger tried to abduct a student while they were walking home from school on Monday. Principal Karl Vasau spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Strong dairy demand, fierce bidding pushes up global auction prices
Dairy prices surged to the highest level in nearly three years in the global dairy auction.
Why do public sector workers get paid $10 an hour more, on average?
Pay equity claims are probably only part of the reason why public sector pay has pulled ahead of the private sector in recent years, commentators say.
Kiwibank predicting unemployment to rise
Kiwibank is predicting unemployment will rise to its highest level in almost a decade when the latest labour market data is released. Kiwibank chief economist Jarrod Kerr spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Oranga Tamariki pins hopes on tech upgrade as more child abuse reported
The ministry has indicated the overhaul will improve how long it takes for a child to be allocated a social worker.
News in Tongan for 7 May 2025
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Internet law expert on National's under 16s social media ban
One of New Zealand's foremost internet law experts says the National Party's hope to ban social media for under-16s is a vast overreach. Judge David Harvey spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
'Gut-wrenching': Advocates decry pay equity law changes
The change means 33 current claims, representing thousands of workers, will be dropped and must be started again. Audio
New Canadian PM Mark Carney visits White House
US President Donald Trump has met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House, following last week's election in Canada that became focused on tariffs and American threats of… Audio
Pay equity move brings out two sides of the coalition
Analysis: ACT ministers were popping champagne after the sudden announcement, but National's were on the defensive, writes Jo Moir. Audio
EMA on changes to pay equity
The Prime Minister says changes to the pay equity law could save the government billions of dollars, but the motivation isn't to pay for the budget. Employers and Manufacturers Association head of… Audio
NZEI on changes to pay equity
Powerful education union NZEI Te Riu Roa has members involved in a pay equity claim which will now be scrapped, with no settlement reached. Auckland teacher aid and NZEI support staff negotiation… Audio
Govt pushing through legislation ahead of Budget
Just over two weeks out from the Budget, the government's ramming through legislation it says could save billions of dollars. Political Reporter Russell Palmer has more. Audio
Baited cameras and submersible with robotic arm surveying Tuvalu waters
"The sort of data that we're collecting will help the Tuvalu government and the communities understand what lives in their seas and identify areas which are really prime for protection." Audio
Calls to arm police grow amid rising threat of gun violence
A well-placed source in the Samoan police says officers want their power to carry firearms widened. Audio
Transparency PNG says now's the time for Marape to act
TIPNG's chairman Peter Aitsi says the time for rhetoric has passed, and James Marape now has a golden opportunity to take action ahead of the 2027 elections. Audio
Manele survives second leadership challenge
This follows the withdrawal of the motion of no confidence against the Solomon Islands prime minister by its mover. Audio
Nigel Latta: ‘It’s okay to be average’
There's doom and gloom about everything. But after a cancer diagnosis, Latta isn't buying in.
Business News for 7 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Weather: South Island in firing line for more rain
However, it won't affect the same areas that were battered by last week's record rainfall, MetService says. Audio
News in Niuean for 7 May 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Contaminated concrete to be removed from Taupō landfill
Taupō District Council is looking for a contractor to get rid of piles of asbestos-contaminated crushed concrete at a landfill.
NZ motorcyclist killed in UK crash during Super Bike race
Investigations are underway after two riders, including a New Zealander, died in an 11-motorbike pile-up at a British Super Bikes race in England. Motorsport journalist Simon Patterson spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Ocean near New Zealand warming faster than anywhere else, study finds
The effect means the sea feels warmer for a summer dip, but it's also worsening storms like ex-tropical Cyclone Tam.
National looking for support to ban social media for under 16s
National is looking for new friends to support a ban on children under 16 using social media. MP Catherine Wedd is behind the bill and spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Donald Trump says US to stop strikes on Houthis in Yemen
"They don't want to fight anymore," the US President says, promising to honour that.
Early Sports Chat for 7 May 2025
Time now to catch up on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Cleaners doubling as security guards at hospitals
Health New Zealand said the an 'integrated' service operates at all four rural hospitals in the Waikato.
Teacher warns accidents will go 'through the roof' after overhaul
One of the incoming changes allowed 'flexibility" in early childhood qualifications.
Woolworths NZ charged with Fair Trading Act breaches
The Commerce Commission has filed criminal charges against Woolworths NZ for alleged inaccurate pricing and misleading specials that may have breached the Fair Trading Act.
First Up - The Podcast, Wednesday 7 May
On today's First Up pod: newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has met with US President Donald Trump - we catch up with Canadian politial expert David Moscrop on the new political… Audio
Daniel Vettori rues home woes after Hyderabad's IPL playoff exit
Sunrisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori felt the slow pitches on their home ground did not suit their free-scoring batters after the side crashed out of the playoff race of this year's Indian…
Early Business News for 7 May 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
Heavy rain headed for South Island
A band of heavy rain is moving toward the South Island, prompting MetService warnings and watches from Wednesday. MetService meteorologist John Law spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
German Chancellor Merz confirmed in second vote
Law-makers in Germany have had to head to a second vote in an unexpected and embarrassing set-back for its new Chancellor. Deutsche Welle's Thomas Marzahl spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Pacific Waves for 7 May 2025
Islands PM defeats leadership challenge; Samoa police calls for stronger firearms usage; Transpareny says PNG Govt must tackle corruption, prepare for elections; Scientist tracks warming rates in… Audio
Solomon Islands PM defeats leadership challenge
Solomon Islands prime minister Jeremiah Manele has managed to survive a motion of no confidence in his leadership Audio
Samoa police calls for stronger firearms usage
The police in Samoa believe their power to carry fireams should be extended, according to a well placed source in the organisation. Audio
Transparency says PNG Govt must tackle corruption
In the wake of his resounding defeat of a vote of no confidence last month Transparency International Papua New Guinea is calling on Prime Minister, James Marape, to take action over corruption. Audio
Scientist tracks warming rates in southern hemisphere
A leading climate scientist has discovered the globe is warming faster around New Zealand, Tasmania, and the North Pacific. Audio
Smart litter boxes making life cleaning up after cats easier
Smart cat toilets are becoming more popular with cat owners, reporter Ke Xin Li investigated this growing trend Audio
Principals keen to see results of school lunch inquiry
Associate Education Minister David Seymour says he'd like to offer the watchdog an example lunch "so he can audit them with his mouth".
Canadian PM Carney meets US President at White House
Canada's new Prime Minister meets Donald Trump at the White House, David Moscrop joins First Up from Ottawa Audio
Provocative hairstyle has Warriors' tongues wagging
Teenage sensation Leka Halasima has caught the eye for a variety of reasons this season.
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
A classic 1980s BMX features on TradeMe this week, Emma Bacon has the details Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 7 May 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Israel strikes Yemen, cabinet confirms plan to capture Gaza
Israel hits targets in Yemen, Alex Baird has the latest from the Middle-East Audio
Nigel Latta
Nigel Latta on which parenting fads drive him crazy, why he never posts pictures of his kids on social media, how optimism is a superpower and how he accidentally became a famous psychologist Video, Audio
Tools to cope with social media vitriol
Online violence, against high-profile women in particular, has prompted the government to look at ways to help them deal with it.
Israel hits Yemen's main airport in airstrike against Houthis
Israel struck Hodeidah port on Monday, after a Houthi missile landed near Israel's main air hub on Sunday.
Rugby: Black Ferns XV to face South Africa
New Zealand women's rugby development side to play Springbok Women.
Tools to cope with social media vitriol
Online violence, against high-profile women in particular, has prompted the government to look at ways to help them deal with it Audio
German chancellor Friedrich Merz survives historic election debacle
Merz's failure to win backing for his chancellorship at the first attempt is a first for post-war Germany.
Clocking up the k's - on a Penny Farthing!
As part of a world-wide celebration marking the achievement of the first person to cycle around the world on a Penny Farthing, Don Speden cycled 110 kilometres from his home - and back! Audio
Locked up then locked out: How NZ's bank rules make life for ex-prisoners even harder
Analysis - There seem to be several things hindering ex-prisoners' access to banking.
The ideas that built us
A new book from one of New Zealand's most celebrated social historians looks at the ideas that built our nation - and concludes that neither Maori nor Europeans remained unchanged following their… Audio
Shower Thoughts: How does DOC know how long a walk should take?
Is there a mathematical formula? Is someone walking every track and reporting back how long it takes? We pull back the curtain on DOC signage. Audio
Fears worsening weather may hamper search for tramper missing in Milford Sound
A large-scale search and rescue operation has continued in Milford Sound
Alice in Videoland
To celebrate four decades of cinematic survival, Alice in Videoland, now known as Alice Cinemas and Film Specialists, are throwing a month-long movie party. Audio
'Won't work': ACT dismisses National's under-16 social media ban proposal
ACT leader David Seymour said National's proposal was 'simple, neat, and wrong'. Audio
Iwi misses out on bid to buy back ancestral mountain
Hawke's Bay iwi Ngāti Kahungunu says its connection to the land will always remain.
2024 Prime Minister’s Science Prize winners announced
From helpful plant-fungus combos, to studying anxiety - the latest Prime Minister's Science Prizes have been awarded.
O'Connor back in Wallabies' selection frame for Lions series
The veteran Australian flyhalf has been plying his trade with the Crusaders in Super Rugby Pacific.
Charges against rail protesters dropped
Jurors in the first trial couldn't reach an agreement on whether the protests carried an unreasonable risk to the public.
Winners of 2024 Prime Minister's Science Prizes announced
From helpful plant-fungus combos, to studying anxiety - the latest Prime Minister's Science Prizes have been awarded.
Govt figures on visits to at-risk children doesn't show full picture - watchdog
A watchdog of Oranga Tamariki says social worker visits to children at risk are not looking as good as the government says they are.
Ukrainian drones attack Moscow ahead of major military parade
Russia is preparing to host a major annual military parade expected to be attended by world leaders, including China's Xi Jinping.
The House For Tues 6 May 2025
The latest from the House - a motion on the death of Pope Francis. Audio
Man who abducted, sexually assaulted jogger denied parole
Haydn Christy was jailed in 2016 for the violent attack near Whangārei.
'Disappointing for families': No room at school for students with special needs
Principal calls for government to prioritise highly vulnerable and complex young learners and their whanau. Audio
Council to review decision not to open Lake Forsyth sooner during heavy rain
Homes and businesses in Little River were swamped by floodwater late last week.
Four-wheel drive vandals destroy 38 pōhutukawa trees
Early estimates to replace the damage on Napier's Marine Parade came to $20,000
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 6 May 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
Man bullied, made to use drugs before death, claims witness
A coroner's inquest into the death of the 37-year-old epilepsy sufferer four years ago is underway.
School lunches probe launched by Auditor-General
The re-vamped scheme has been plagued by concerns about late, inedible, repetitive or nutritionally lacking lunches this year. Audio
Warriors' squad mentality tested by injuries after win over Cowboys
Coach Andrew Webster admits his line-up this week has virtually picked itself through attrition.
Arrest after person assaulted, robbed at Palmerston North Hospital
Last month a nurse was held up at gunpoint, and a staff member was knocked unconscious.
One dead after quad bike accident in South Canterbury
A person is dead following a quad bike crash in rural South Canterbury
Students forced to return to pen and paper for exams
Two third-year classes at Victoria University of Wellington, have been told they will be handwriting their upcoming exams. Audio
The Panel with Peter Dunne & Boopsie Maran (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne & Boopsie Maran. They look at whether Newmarket's Westfield mall is killing neighbouring businesses, and Blenheim's CBD… Audio
Privileges Committee delays deliberations over Te Pāti Māori MP's haka in the House
The Privileges Committee met on Tuesday to discuss complaints against three MPs, but ran out of time.
Leonardo Puglisi: The case against banning teens from social media
The national party has introduced a new members bill to ban social media for those aged under 16. The bill will put the onus ion social media companies to verify that someone is over 16 before they… Audio
Cleaners doubling as security guards at rural Waikato hospitals
Health New Zealand said the an 'integrated' service operates at all four rural hospitals in the Waikato. Audio
Police won't spend more than an hour on most mental health cases
More hospitals and communities will be subject to changes in the way police deal with mental health callouts after 19 May.
Taking Tinā to the world, as threats of film tariffs loom
The producers of NZ movie Tinā are not letting Trump's threat of massive film tariffs stop them from spreading their story. Audio
The Panel with Peter Dunne & Boopsie Maran (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Peter Dunne & Boopsie Maran. The trio discuss Nationals proposed social media ban for under 16s. Plus the Government halting all pay… Audio
The 2024 Prime Minister’s Science Prize winners
Each year five Prime Minister’s Science Prizes are awarded in the most prestigious New Zealand science awards. We explore the AgResearch science that got the top recognition this year and catch up… Audio
Man in court after shooting at MSD office
A 25-year-old has appeared in Masterton District Court.
Rugby: All Black Pasilio Tosi commits to NZ until 2028
Tighthead prop Pasilio Tosi to stick with New Zealand Rugby and the Hurricanes beyond next Rugby World Cup.
Cocaine with an estimated street value of $9 million seized
More than 25 kilograms of cocaine has been intercepted in Christchurch.
'Incredibly frustrating and dangerous': Another aerial fire truck breaks down
The firefighters union say firefighters are at risk trying to contain fires with ladder trucks that keep breaking down.
Liberal Party suffers worst election defeat in 80 years
Recriminations are under way about how the conservative opposition led by the Liberal Party suffered a humiliating election defeat at the weekend, the worst in 80 years.The soul searching comes as… Audio
Evening business for 6 May 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
New Zealand rider Shane Richardson dies after crash
New Zealand rider Shane Richardson has died following a crash at a British Superbikes race in Cheshire. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
Bird charity asks Auckland landmarks to dim the lights
Light pollution, including bright LED displays like the Sky Tower and Auckland's Harbour Bridge, are contributing to seabirds being grounded.
Doctor on hīkoi to hear concerns of health system
A doctor, who left the job because of the stress and concern patients are not getting the care they deserve, has been on a hīkoi hearing the frustrations of people dealing with what he's described as… Audio
Producer of NZ hit film Tinā on Trump's film tariff
US president Donald Trump posted on social media that he's authorised various government departments to immediately begin the process of instituting a 100 percent tariff on any and all movies coming… Audio
Pay equity legislation could save 'billions' for government - PM
Christopher Luxon said the upcoming Budget was not the motivation for rushing through the legislation.
Bid for popular Christchurch spot to receive historic landmark status
Work on the necessary documentation was already underway.
Cleaners acting as security guards at rural Waikato hospital
At Te Kuiti Hospital, the cleaners double as security guards; covering both jobs when they are on shift. They've had some training and are approved by the Ministry of Justice but for some on the coal… Audio
Equal pay legislation overhaul: 'Government is putting a stop to progress'
Gail Pacheco says making these changes under urgency did not allow for appropriate consultation with affected groups. Audio
Patterson 'reluctant' to let guests near pantry, mushroom trial hears
The sole surviving lunch guest has given evidence in Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial.
Power coming back for Wellington homes without electricity for days
Wellington Electricity is confident that power will be restored to all of its remaining customers by the end of the day.
Dog starved to death by owner
An Invercargill man has been sentenced to 200 hours of community work for letting his dog starve to death.
Auckland bird hospital wants public light displays dimmed
A native bird hospital in Auckland wants large public light displays such as the Harbour Bridge and Sky Tower to be dimmed on cloudy nights to help prevent birds from becoming grounded. BirdCare… Audio
'Left in the lurch': Law students not allowed laptops for exams
Victoria University says AI on computers could enable cheating. Audio
'Quite confusing' Film industry seeks details as Trump suggests 100% movie tariff
The US president announced a plan for a 100 percent tariff on movies made outside the US but the White House says no final decisions have been made. Audio
Auditor-General launches probe into school lunch programme
David Seymour's school lunch programme is now being investigated by the Auditor-General. The watchdog on Tuesday announced plans to look into the programme, citing concerns raised both in the media… Audio
New bill aims to stop animal cruelty through imported products
The proposed bill would require imported products to meet the same animal welfare standards applied locally.
Law change will make it harder to pursue pay equity
Opposition parties and protestors have come out in force - quite literally on the steps of Parliament - within hours of the coalition announcing a law change that will make it harder to pursue a pay… Audio
Early childhood teacher warns accidents will go 'through the roof' after sector overhaul
One of the incoming changes allowed 'flexibility" in early childhood qualifications. Audio
National Party wants to ban under-16s from using social media
The National Party is keen to follow Australia's lead and ban children under 16 from using social media. But the prime minister Christopher Luxon has not been able to convince his coalition partner… Audio
Shortened season of ANZ Premiership begins
Domestic netball returns this week as a shortened season of the ANZ Premiership begins with a few fan-friendly tweaks. Two-point shots and mic'd up coaches and umpires bring something different to the… Audio
School for students with special needs closes roll indefinitely
A West Auckland school for students with special needs is closed for new enrolments, indefinitely, as it struggles for space after it said several building projects have been cancelled by the Ministry… Audio
Indian origin student wins 2025 Race Unity Award
A Year 12 student from Ormiston Senior College in Auckland has been named national champion.
Trump calls for 100 perent tariff on films made outside US
Donald Trump's talk of tariffs on movies produced outside of the US has not gone down well. United States correspondent Todd Zwillich explained to Lisa Owen why it's not just Lord of the Rings fans… Audio
'As long as it takes' - iwi calls for unused land return in Gisborne protest
Protesters marched through Gisborne, calling for the return of land taken from Ngāti Oneone nearly a century ago.
Victoria law students to do exams on paper to stop AI cheating
Students say going back to pen and paper after years taking tests on a screen will be a challenging shift. Two third-year classes at Victoria University have been told they'll be handwriting their… Audio
Robyn Bryant's love affair with film music
Robyn Bryant fell in love with film music when she saw the movie Stardust. Now she's just finished the score for one of those rarest of Kiwi flicks, a romance. Video, Audio
The Pre-Panel for 6 May 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tom Riste-Smith. Audio
Homicide probe launched as man found critically hurt in Manurewa dies
Police said they were still working to find who was responsible.
'We haven't finished yet' - iwi misses out on bid to buy back ancestral mountain
Hawke's Bay iwi Ngāti Kahungunu says its connection to Kahurānaki will always remain.
Australia-Pacific relations to remain 'more of the same', experts say
Pacific geopolitics commentators say there will be no major shift in Australia's Pacific policy approach following Anthony Albanese and Labor Party's re-election.
Feature interview: how the pandemic changed education
It happened without warning and preparation. Students around the world became lab rats for the world's largest experiment in online and distance learning when the COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to… Audio
Australia-Pacific relations to remain 'more of the same', experts say
Pacific geopolitics commentators say there will be no major shift in Australia's Pacific policy approach following Anthony Albanese and Labor Party's re-election. Audio
Life insurance company Foundation Life wants to cash out
Company was bought from Tower Insurance in 2014, but has been closed to new policies since 2000.
Rain warning, wind watch in place again for South Island
Fine weather is not set to last in parts of the South Island where heavy rain warnings and a strong wind watch are in place from midnight tomorrow.
McDonald's fire: Staff in the dark over future of jobs
Staff at a burnt-out McDonald's in Pakuranga in Auckland are waiting to find out what will happen with their jobs.
Music feature: Afternoons' favourite duets
Yesterday Jesse asked you to send through your favourite duets and we had some wonderful suggestions. Today Jesse plays some of your favourites and chats to some listeners who sent in their… Audio
Information Center Cold Call: Dunedin
Every week Jesse calls a randomly selected information center somewhere in New Zealand. He doesn't know who will pick up and they don't know he's calling. The goal is to learn more about where they… Audio
Book Critic: Clarie Mabey
Claire Mabey reviews Silverborn by Jessica Townsend, The Book of Guilt by Catherine Chidgey and Crooked Cross by Sally Carson. Audio
Quake rules may create a 'ghost town', locals say
"If we were to action all this now you'd just about bulldoze the whole town?"
Former NZ Police Commissioner lands top job at Victoria police, Australia
Mike Bush was New Zealand's Police Commissioner between 2014 and 2020.
Parents stop man trying to abduct primary school student
Police are looking through CCTV footage in a bid to find the stranger who tried to force the boy into a car.
Motorcyclist killed in race pile-up a 'lovely, incredible guy' with young family
Wellingtonian Shane Richardson died after the crash that also claimed the life of English rider Owen Jenner.
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