Timeline
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Kaitaia reeling following violent death of local identity
The Far North town of Kaitaia is reeling from the violent death of one of its best-known identities and entrepreneurs. Peter de Graaf reports. Audio
What Uber ruling could mean for gig economy
Business New Zealand is warning the gig economy could collapse, after the Supreme Court's ruling in favour of Uber drivers' rights. Business NZ chief executive Katherine Rich spoke to Corin Dann Audio
Sports News for 18 November 2025
Former tennis World No.1 Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from January's ASB Classic. Audio
Osaka pulls out of ASB Classic, Svitolina and Navarro signed up
Former world women's tennis number one Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from this summer's ASB Classic in Auckland.
RNZ Pacific news at 7am for 18 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Business News for 18 November 2025
Business news for 18 November 2025. Audio
Major changes to world rugby calendar
World Rugby has announced a major change to its global calendar, launching the new Nations Championship overnight. Former New Zealand Rugby chief executive, David Moffett spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Police Commissioner accidentally takes FBI director for 'brief dip' during tsunami warning
The two men went for a "very quick swim" in Oriental Bay after an early morning run.
News in Tongan for 18 November 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh sentenced to death
The former prime minister of Bangladesh has been sentenced to death after a tribunal found her guilty of crimes against humanity. Journalist Devina Gupta spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Polish railway track blast an 'unprecedented act of sabotage', PM says
Donald Tusk has vowed to catch those responsible for the incident which he says could have ended in tragedy.
'Portals to the past': Indigenous educators reconnect with Pacific wayfinding
The World Indigenous Peoples' Conference on Education has returned to Aotearoa for the first time in 20 years.
Morning Rural News for 18 November 2025
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
First Up - The Podcast, Tuesday 18 November
On today's First Up pod: in a dominant display, Hamilton cyclist Kate McCarthy claimed back-to-back titles at the UCI Esports World Champs on Sunday - she joins us from Abu Dhabi; we talk school sand… Audio
Early Sports Chat for 18 Novmber 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Government changes clean car standard rules
The government is being warned New Zealand will become a dumping ground for high-emission vehicles, after it slashed the Clean Car Standard. Anneke Smith reports from parliament. Audio
World News Wrap for 18 November 2025
Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
News in Cook Islands for 18 November 2025
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
Testing continues following asbestos sand contamination
Testing coloured play sand for asbestos contamination is set to continue, with the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment expecting to have results in a few days. Laura Gemmell from Eco… Audio
Sports News for 18 November 2025
Former tennis World No.1 Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from January's ASB Classic. Audio
Pacific Waves for 18 November 2025
NZ PM voices support for Pacific at COP30; Hawaiian waka completes four-year voyage; Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora. Audio
Former NZ PM voices support for Pacific at COP30
Former New Zealand prime minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has voiced support for Pacific nations at COP30 who are calling on the world to keep global warming down to 1.5 degrees celsius over… Audio
Hawaiian waka completes four-year voyage
Forty years after its maiden voyage to Aotearoa, the Hawaiian waka Hokulea has returned... this time as part of an epic four year, 80 thousand kilometer voyage around the Pacific with her sister… Audio
Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora 18 November 2025
Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 6am for 18 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
'Contracting work at risk' after Uber drivers' court win
Business groups are critical of the Supreme Court decision that the drivers should be considered employees.
Seymour reaction for Clean Vehicle standards
Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour talks Clean Vehicle standards and asbestos Audio
UK: asylum reform to be announced to "restore law and order"
Asylum reform continues to make headlines in the UK - Henry Riley reports from London Audio
Blue light discos, books, and boats: The swirly world of Andrew Fagan
"Poet singer songwriter sailor writer show-off" - as Andrew Fagan tours New Zealand we look back at a life filled with making music and mischief.
Hanmer Springs reopen for business after recent storms
Hanmer Springs is back in business after recent storms, LDR's David Hill has the news from North Canterbury Audio
E-Cyclist Kate McCarthy wins world title in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi hosted the UCI E-Sports Champs over the weekend, and Hamilton's Kate McCarthy took the rainbow jersey for the second time Audio
Japan's new PM increases tension with China
Tensions are on the rise between China and Japan - Chris Gilbert has the story from Tokyo Audio
Silver Ferns want to finish turbulent international window with trophy
The Silver Ferns are determined to finish an intense three months of netball, which will be remembered against the backdrop of a turbulent coaching saga, on a high.
Firefighter unions head to ERA over restructure
Staff were told last week of sweeping changes designed to slash $50 million from Fire and Emergency's annual costs.
Space magnet research project extended
The New Zealand experiment is testing superstrong magnets in space, with the hopes of eventually propelling spaceships.
Bangladesh court sentences ex-PM to be hanged for crimes against humanity
Sheikh Hasina, 78, defied court orders that she return from India to attend her trial about whether she ordered a deadly crackdown against a student-led uprising last year.
How the fuel of 'last resort' became New Zealand's first choice
It's expensive, vulnerable to price shocks and terrible for the planet. So why are we importing gas?
Mixing oil and water, the greener way
Oil and water don’t mix - unless surfactants step in. At Auckland University of Technology, a team of chemists has created a new kind of surfactant made from wood pulp rather than fossil fuels or… Audio
Secondhand Styling
If you want to re-decorate, you shouldn't have to re-mortgage. In this second episode with an op shopping expert, Katy Gosset looks at home design and decor on a budget and tags along on a thrift shop… Audio
The rising crisis of child sexual exploitation in NZ
Sexual exploitation of children is seen as one of the worst crimes out there - but do the prison terms reflect the severity? Audio
Heavy rain, high humidity to hit parts of the country
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings and watches for some parts of the country this week as a warm air mass brings wet, humid and warm tropical weather.
Bench top manufacturer calls out use of potentially deadly engineered stone
About 1000 workers are thought to have been been exposed to high concentrations of respirable crystalline-silica dust while working with engineered stone slabs during the past 15 years.
Tauranga Airport cancels flights due to Whakaari White Island ash
The volcano is currently at Alert Level 3.
What Marjorie Taylor Greene's political revolt may say about Trump
Analysis: It is rare for a leading political figure to confound their own caricature and to disown their own past behavior, writes CNN's Stephen Collinson.
Cutting through 'spin': David Cohen on his unauthorised biography of Jacinda Ardern
In his new book, writer and journalist David Cohen wants to offer a different perspective on Jacinda Ardern's leadership than the documentary Prime Minister and her own memoir. He joins Emile Donovan… Audio
ACC's use of AI to help decide who gets help shocks advocate
"It's all about 'how can we ramp up exits, how can we get more people coming off the scheme," says an ACC advocate
Schools close as more types of play sand test positive for asbestos
The findings expand an already significant recall that began last week, when rainbow sand products used widely in schools were found to be contaminated.
Japan seeks to calm escalating spat with China over Taiwan
The dispute erupted after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that a Chinese attack on Taiwan could trigger a military response.
World's largest indigenous education conference kicks off in Auckland
About 3000 people were welcomed by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei for the World Indigenous Peoples' Conference on Education 2025.
Tongariro at risk of losing its unique biological legacy
Analysis: The sight of flames tearing across Tongariro National Park last week was heartbreaking for lovers of the landscape.
BBC World Service Lookahead with Rob Hugh-Jones
Our correspondent tonight is Rob Hugh-Jones, who is talking about the debate in Germany over its military buildup, the former prime minister of Bangladesh going on trial, and the complicated marking… Audio
Sports with Jamie Wall
RNZ sports journalist and Nights' sporting guru Jamie Wall joins Emile to talk about all the action from a big weekend of sport, including where to now for the All Blacks following their loss to… Audio
Return of the kakapo files!
This upcoming summer is likely to be the biggest ever kÄkÄpÅ breeding season, and RNZ will be following the twists and turns as they happen. The kÄkÄpÅ files with Alison Ballance return for a second… Audio
Small Histories with Emma Kay
Tonight she's talking about the origins of the New Zealand accent. Audio
South African who attended Neo-Nazi rally has Aussie visa cancelled
He moved to Australia from South Africa in 2022.
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 17 November 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
With a new leader and party rebrand, Opportunity aims for parliament in 2025
Despite giving off radio silence since its defeat in 2023, The Opportunities Party has been consistently polling around 2 percent. Qiulae Wong wants to turn the party's chances around. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 8pm for 17 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
'On notice': The seven fast-track projects the Greens would revoke
"We will revoke them, even if consents are issued," said the Greens' resources spokesperson Steve Abel.
Father who died at Sanson house not killed by the blaze
August, Hugo, and Goldie died along with their father, Dean Field, during a house fire on Saturday. Audio
Man jailed for using fake identities to gain NZ residency
The man and his partner admitted 16 charges of immigration and identity fraud.
Hundreds to commemorate loss of ancestors on Waerenga-A-Hika 160 years ago
Hundreds of people will this week commemorate the loss, arrest and deportation of their ancestors in a siege that took place 160 years ago on Waerenga-A-Hika near Gisborne. Over five... Audio
Where the rubber is the road: NZ's first rubber road surface to be tested
Selwyn council is working with a contractor to provide the recycled rubber granules for a proposed trial.
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: a music fanatic with a lifelong collection of NZ music posters is hanging up his… Audio
Hook, line and crane: Catching Rakaia's salmon statue for a makeover
Experts have figured out how to move the giant Rakaia salmon statue for a $300,000 refurbishment.
'He was soaked in blood' - witness on finding murder victim
A friend of a Dunedin man stabbed more than 40 times has described finding his unresponsive body soaked in blood.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Rajorshi Chakraborti, Part 2
In part two, a listener shares her view that truck drivers aren't sharing the road safely. Then, the annual Southern Artisan Christmas Fete of on this weekend to offer an alternative to end-of-year… Audio
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Rajorshi Chakraborti, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Rajorshi Chakraborti. First up, schools are shut and inspectors are carrying out urgent assessments across the motu… Audio
Schools close as more types of play sand test positive for asbestos
The findings expand an already significant recall that began last week, when rainbow sand products used widely in schools were found to be contaminated. Audio
'You're my rock': Hipkins announces engagement
He first confirmed the relationship during his concession speech on the evening of the 2023 election.
IT system a 'constant risk' to patient safety, says union
Health NZ chief information technology officer Darren Douglass said performance problems arose in March. Audio
UK plans to overhaul asylum policy
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK's plans to overhaul its asylum policy, as well as the Shadow Home Secretary weighing in on a settlement option between the BBC… Audio
Factory using zero-silica engineered stone
Over the last 15 years, around 1000 New Zealand workers are thought to have been been exposed to high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica dust while working with engineered stone slabs… Audio
Soldier admits behaving badly, but denies strangling his former partner
The Army corporal is facing court martial after pleading not guilty to two charges of assaulting his former partner, who was also in the Defence Force at the time.
Evening business for 17 November 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Silver Ferns series against England on the line
After two games in two days the Silver Ferns and England Roses can't be separated and the series will be on the line in Manchester on Thursday. New Zealand had the upper-hand in game one, with a 61-58… Audio
Woman jailed for more than $120k in false Covid-19 relief claims
Kahureremoa Fleur Mantell was found guilty of 33 dishonesty charges.
Displaced Gaza families hit with winter storm and floods
Displaced Gaza families have been hit with a winter storm that's flooded 13,000 shift homes, according to the UN. In its most recent situation report it said due to food parcel shortages in the North… Audio
Death of children and father at house fire being treated as murder suicide, RNZ understands
RNZ understands the death of four people at the scene of a Manawatu house fire is being treated as a murder suicide. They included three children - August, Hugo and Goldie, aged 7, 5 and 1. The fourth… Audio
Decision on Gloriavale Christian School's future near
The Ministry of Education is reviewing Gloriavale Christian School's response to officials' concerns.
Childcare centres close over asbestos contaminated sand
More than 20 schools and childcare centres have closed, or plan to close, due to concerns about asbestos in contaminated coloured play sand that is sold in K-mart and a number of other stores. The… Audio
FENZ restructure poses 'tremendous human cost', union says
The union for volunteer firefighters says it's looking carefully into the proposal
Watch: Luxon on changes to clean vehicle standards threshold
The prime minister is speaking at this week's post-cab media conference about more changes to the Clean Car Standard.
Government tinkering with the Clean Car Standard again
The government is tinkering with the Clean Car Standard again, saying most importers are unable to meet the targets under the scheme as it currently stands. Last year it watered down the standard to… Audio
Soldier accused of twice attemping to strangle former partner
A soldier has been accused of twice attempting to strangle his former partner, to the point she says she was about to pass out and was seeing stars, The Army corporal has pleaded not guilty to two… Audio
Fraud Awareness Week: Govt creates new scam protections
Too many people were being ripped off by scams that spread through fake websites, texts and social media, says the government.
Residents challenge 'unlawful' Wellington flight path changes
A change to flight paths in December 2022 meant fewer departures over Newlands and more over Khandallah and Broadmeadows.
Questions asked about All Blacks direction after big defeat
Big questions are now being asked about the direction of the All Blacks under coach Scott Robertson and his staff after a big defeat to England over the weekend. It is the All Black's third loss this… Audio
Supreme Court upholds ruling that Uber drivers are employees
The Supreme Court has upheld a ruling that Uber drivers are employees. The company argued it simply provides a digital platform for drivers and riders to connect. Four drivers took the case to court… Audio
Residents challenge 'unlawful' Wellington flight path changes
A change to flight paths in December 2022 meant fewer departures over Newlands and more over Khandallah and Broadmeadows.
Iran hits panic button over severe drought
Middle East correspondent Jacob Brown spoke to Lisa Owen about Iran hitting the panic button on its severe drought, as well as a mysterious plane load of Palestinians from Gaza who ended up stranded… Audio
Kiwis lose $3 billion to scams over the past year
New Zealanders have lost $3 billion to scams in the last year according to a new report. 72% of adults encountered a scam in the past year. The average amount of money lost was $3,352, and shopping… Audio
Joe Christensen: hitting the road singing
After more than two decades at the heart of the Hawkes Bay choral scene, Joe Christensen is stepping down as music director of Hastings Choral. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 17 November 2025
Jesse is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's show. Audio
Crane driver flagged power line danger before his death
Wesley Talakai was killed after he struck live lines with his truck-mounted crane outside a building site in Auckland.
Services sector struggling to gain forward momentum
The services sector makes up about three-quarters of the New Zealand economy.
Rising threshold for police help in mental health callouts
The police are introducing higher thresholds for responding to calls from mental health workers to help deal with unwell patients or those who abscond.
Person rushed to hospital after medical event at Christchurch childcare centre
One patient was taken to hospital in a serious condition.
Expert Feature: How do you navigate a divorce or separation?
It's time for our expert feature and today we're talking about navigating divorce & separation Alongside the death of a loved one, separation and divorce can be one of the most painful and difficult… Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 3pm for 17 November 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
'There's no excuses from us': Robertson on All Blacks' loss
The loss to England sees focus now firmly on the issues that have plagued the team for two seasons. Video
Petition calls for inquiry into Papatoetoe election as voters report ballots cast without consent
The petition argues the result of the local body election is inconsistent with historic voting patterns and warrants examination.
Moutchou ends New Caledonia visit: political announcements
Naïma Moutchou's visit also coincided with another formal announcement from one major "moderate" component of the pro-independence movement to officialise an already existing split with the FLNKS.
Feature Interview: What exactly is "workslop?"
You know it when you see it. An email from a co-worker or marketing pitch from a company that lands in your inbox, but you know it was written by artificial intelligence. AI promised to make work… Audio
Death of children and father after fire treated as murder-suicide
August, Hugo and Goldie, aged 1 to 7, have been named as the victims of the blaze, while their father's body has also been recovered. Audio
Navy joins search for missing fisherman
The body of one fisherman has been found, while a large-scale search continues for the second.
Jesse Goes Clubbing!
We're trying something new here on Afternoons, we've decided Monday is club day, a chance for Jesse to hit the clubs. If you have a club you'd like Jesse to join for the day please get in touch at… Audio
Well-known entrepreneur named as alleged murder victim
Monty Knight was a well-known wine-maker and local politician, inducted into the Northland Business Hall of Fame in 2010.
NZ golfer Steven Alker falls just shy of a third Charles Schwab Cup
A second place finish at the season-ending Charles Schwab Cup Championship has cost New Zealand golfer Steven Alker.
Television Critic: Actor Michelle Langstone shares her picks
Let's talk what to watch on the box now and who better to tell us what's good right now, than actor Michelle Langstone. Film Club (Three Now) Educators - Season Four (TVNZ) Audio
Pacific news briefs
A round-up of news from around the region, including no-confidence motion filed against Vanuatu prime minister deemed not in order.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 17 November 2025
Police are still searching the scene of a fatal house fire in Sanson following the death of three children and their father; There is concern the potential cost to early childhood centres to remove… Audio
Remand prisoner found after more than a week on the run
The 42-year-old escaped during a hospital escort 10 days ago.
Putting traditional building techniques into modern use
Mimiro is an ancient Maori building technique that sees wooden supports fastened together using joints similar to tongue and groove and then the whole structure is fastened to the ground with rope… Audio
Kiwi Dame Farah Palmer replaces doctor on World Rugby Council
Former Black Ferns captain Dame Farah Palmer has joined the World Rugby Council.
Man dies after being pulled unresponsive from water at Takapuna Beach
Despite efforts, the man could not be revived.
No arrests after businesses damaged in seaside village
Four businesses have been ram-raided or fire-damaged in Orewa in the past three months, but no arrests have been made.
Queen Camilla becomes patron of Samoa Victim Support Group
The non-governmental organisation, which supports vulnerable women and children, said it is "deeply honoured" to receive the news from Buckingham Palace.
Find out how AI is helping identify bird song
Last week we spotted an invitation to an event in Hamilton that had us intrigued; it was a conversation about how artificial intelligence can help identify the birds singing around us. We hear so much… Audio
Miners awaiting consents chafe as gold price soars
Long waits for resource consents are still frustrating goldminers on the West Coast, the regional council has heard.
Asbestos sand: How worried should you be?
Concern is sweeping the country amid a possible asbestos contamination of coloured play sands, with 120 schools and early play centers having contacted the Ministry of Education on this issue… Audio
Horse instead of beef? How your diet can affect climate change
We all know the climate is in strife, and something needs to change. We've talked at length on Afternoons about Government, council and individual action and how it can make a difference, but what… Audio
Man suffers fractured eye socket, broken nose after offering help to woman
A woman told him she had a flat tyre and needed help before the victim was "accosted by a man and assaulted".
Plans for new Wellington tunnel through Mt Victoria unveiled
Two new tunnels will take two hectares of the green belt, cost up to $4 billion and require major works in nearby areas for years. Audio
Midday Report live: Andrew Little weighs in on new plan for Wellington's Mt Vic tunnel
Plans for two new tunnels on State highway 1 have been revealed, with a total cost of up to $4 billion and significant work for nearby areas.
Clinicians say patients at risk due to hospital IT issues
IT issues at Wellington Regional Hospital are putting patient care at risk and extending wait times, according to clinicians at the hospital. Sarah Dalton, the executive director of the Association Of… Audio
Labour selects doctor to take on Shane Reti
A high-profile emergency doctor has been selected to stand for the Labour Party against former Health Minister Dr Shane Reti.
Plans for two new tunnels in Wellington to cost $4 billion
Plans for two new tunnels for Wellington's SH1 have been revealed with a total cost of up to $4 billion. Wellington's Mayor Andrew Little spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Growing future farmers: Taranaki students run their own farm
A Taranaki high school is training the next generation of primary industry workers.
Midday Rural News for 17 November 2025
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio
Midday Sports News for 17 November 2025
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
This star's explosion could destroy a planet's atmosphere
For the first time, astronomers say they have spotted a giant explosion released by a star beyond our solar system.
Midday Business News for 17 November 2025
The latest news for RNZ's business team. Audio
Concern over cost of asbestos cleans in childcare centres
There is concern the potential cost to early childhood centres to remove and dispose of asbestos could be prohibitive. Simon Laube, Chief Executive of the Early Childhood Council spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Police continue search at fatal house fire in Sanson
Police are still searching the scene of a fatal house fire in Sanson following the death of three children and their father. RNZ's Nick James spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Food prices up again with dairy and eggs more expensive
Annual food inflation edged higher as rising grocery prices offset cheaper fruit and vegetables.
Shock as ACC turns to AI to help decide who gets help
"It's all about 'how can we ramp up exits, how can we get more people coming off the scheme," says an ACC advocate Audio
Exporters to benefit from weak dollar, strong demand
That is despite a drop in prices for key agricultural products, including dairy, forestry and fruit.
Key Black Cap remains injury concern for rest of Windies series
Daryl Mitchell is set to miss at least the second ODI against the West Indies, so Henry Nicholls is in as cover.
Unis in 'battle of century' with journal publisher
One New Zealand university told its staff all universities in New Zealand and Australia would "lose some degree of access" to the publisher's 1600 titles from the start of next year.
Urban Issues with Bill McKay
Bill discusses the recently changed laws around building a granny flat on your land. Bill McKay is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of Auckland. Audio
Two more qualifiers confirmed for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Portugal, Norway lock in World Cup spots; England end qualification with perfect record.
Foot-on-face photo of Kiwi up for award
The photo has been selected as one of three finalists for the 2025 World Athletics Photograph of the Year.
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