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You're the Judge: Children at parties - yes or no?
We've got a weekly segment called 'You're the Judge' where we present an issue that's been sent in by one of our listeners, and you, our audience, decide what the right course of action is. Audio
Feature interview: Why you shouldn't be yourself
"Just be yourself" is one of the worst pieces of advice out there says Psychologist Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic. Authenticity and some diversity programs that encourage people to 'be themselves' often… Audio
Education quality at risk with curriculum 'change overload', say principals
Primary school principals in Canterbury have outlined their concerns in a letter to Education Minister Erica Stanford.
New 'radio map' of Milky Way reveals where stars born and die
Capturing different radio frequencies let scientists see where stars are born and where they are dying.
Prince William: We told the kids everything about Kate's cancer
The royal says "hiding stuff from them doesn't work" when it comes to talking about the challenges the family has faced.
Taiwan accuses China of 'coercion' after Fiji envoy's Taipei visit
The Fijian coalition government has issued a statement, saying it "reaffirms its commitment to the One China Policy".
'Rome wasn't built in a day': Health ministry defends wastewater spill
The Fijian Health Ministry confirms two operating theatres at the country's largest hospital were forced to close due to a blocked drainage causing "a sluice wastewater spillage".
Music feature: Ry Cooder
Today in the Tuesday music feature we're turning our attention to Ry Cooder's 2005 album 'Chavez Revine.' To celebrate the album turning 20, Jesse is joined by RNZ Operations Team Lead and host of two… Audio
'People are afraid to enter our shops': Crime anxiety soars in South Auckland
Indian business owners in Papatoetoe say the extra security measures they have installed to deter armed robberies are also keeping customers away. Audio
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Let's find out what's happening in Australia now Brad Foster is with us now to tell us what everyone is talking about across the Tasman. Today's topics - How a Neo-Nazi rally in Sydney on Saturday got… Audio
Stakeholders confident in country's financial markets
The Financial Markets Authority said it had improved its communications and engagement measures with the industry.
Being bilingual delays ageing, being multilingual is even better
But being multilingual is even better, because the more languages spoken, the greater the effect. Audio
Book Critic: Book things related to 'Hoods Landing'
A few weeks ago Pip Adam was lucky enough to be part of the launch of Laura Vincent's new novel Hoods Landing. Today she chats to Jesse about three book things related to Hood's Landing. Overseas… Audio
Oral Questions for Tuesday 11 November 2025
Questions to Ministers Rt Hon CHRIS HIPKINS to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his Government's statements and actions? DEBBIE NGAREWA-PACKER to the Prime Minister: Does he stand by all his… Audio
'Unnecessary' for ratepayers to fund meals, newly-elected councillor says
First-time Auckland councillors have given their maiden speeches, sharing their priorities for the next three years.
Review: Booker Prize winner, Flesh, 'baffling in its blankness'
It claimed one of the biggest literary prizes in the world but readers are split.
Tongariro tracks shut until at least next week after devastating wildfire
"There will be some time before everything is cleared away and we know the true extent of biodiversity loss," the minister says.
Tech Tuesday with Tim Batt
Tim Batt joins Jesse to explain why he hates smart devices. This is off the back of Google no longer supporting some of its smart thermostats in the United States. Audio
Labour 'absolutely' comfortable if Te Pāti Māori does not return to Parliament
Willie Jackson says his party will not consider ousted MPs Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris as candidates.
Trump's pardons aren't just political; more importantly, they're transactional
Analysis: So much of the coverage of US President Donald Trump's pardons is focused on how political they are.
Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn sexual abuse verdict
Trump has claimed the judge made numerous errors by allowing the jury to hear testimony from two women who alleged he sexually assaulted them years ago.
Singer Songwriter Babe Martin back in studio
Babe Martin, also known as Zoe Larsen-Cumming, is back with a new EP called "Not a Bee, but a Wasp". It's officially out this Friday and later this month she's performing with a seven-piece band for… Audio
Capturing Shackelton's Trans-Antarctica Expedition
Sir Ernest Shackleton's Trans-Antarctica Expedition - between 1914 and 1917 - has been described as one of the greatest adventures of all time. While photos were taken during the expedition - the full… Audio, Gallery
How much ecological damage has the Tongariro fire done?
Nearly 3,000 hectares of Tongariro National Park have been turned to ash by fires that started on Saturday. That's about three thousand full size rugby pitches of old growth and native plants burnt -… Audio
Prisoner has been on run for four days since slipping hospital escort
Police are still seaching for the inmate.
Safety First: The reality of running a shop in South Auckland
An article by RNZ journalist Gaurav Sharma takes readers behind the scenes of the Indian business community in the Auckland suburb of Papatoetoe and reveals the lengths many shop owners are going to… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 November 2025
Gang membership will automatically disqualify someone from holding a firearms licence, as part of changes to the Arms Act announced by Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee; The Nurses Union is… Audio
'He's been here 50 years': Luxon brushes off Peters' asset sales attack
The NZ First leader says National wants to sell assets because it's "failed to run the economy properly". Audio
The four drugs police will soon be able to test drivers for
Police are poised to begin testing drivers for drugs with a device that involves a quick swipe of the driver's tongue.
Semi-auto gun law changes dropped as details of reforms unveiled
Cabinet has signed off on an overhaul of the country's gun laws, including a crackdown on gang members. Audio
Just over 80 percent of children vaccinated against measles
It's more than twice the number of a typical week.
Queen hornet and nest found in Auckland suburb of Glenfield in past week
Biosecurity New Zealand says it has confirmed and removed a total of five queen hornets and their nests since mid October.
'Tawdry, silly argument': Peters lays into asset sales
The NZ First leader has savaged National's suggestion, saying it has failed to fix the economy and is now trying to balance the books. Audio
PNG, Sols footballers in consideration for The Best FIFA Football Awards
Papua New Guinea midfielder Ramona Padio, Solomons goalkeeper Zainab Donga and New Zealand defender Rebekah Stott have been nominated alongside 88 of the world's best.
Petition launched following Education and Training Act changes
The National Iwi Chairs Forum and a group of national education organisations have launched a petition in protest of the government's changes to the Education and Training Act. Rahui Papa from the… Audio
Calls for private landlords to open their doors to homeless
Organisations supporting homeless people in the capital are calling on private landlords to open their doors. Dwell chief executive Elizabeth Lester spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
Another 5000 health workers join November strike
The total number going on strike at the end of the month has grown to 16,700.
Midday Rural News for 11 November 2025
News from the rural farming sector. Audio
Midday Sports News for 11 November 2025
The All Whites are dealing with a growing injury list. Audio
Midday Business News for 11 November 2025
News from the business sector. Audio
'Yeah Nah' list of products you should know about
Plasters that don't stick are among those shamed in Consumer NZ's anti-awards. Audio
Israeli hostage on his near 500-day ordeal: 'Every morning I choose life'
Eli Sharabi spent 14 months mostly in tunnels under Gaza - with often cruel, but occasionally kind captors, little food, no sunlight - and most importantly no knowledge that his British wife and…
Nurses union says short staffing putting patients at risk
The Nurses Union is warning of further catastrophes in hospital emergency departments if they're not properly staffed. Nurses Organisation kaiwhakahaere Kerri Nuku spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
Changes to arms act means no firearms licenses for gang members
Gang membership will automatically disqualify someone from holding a firearms licence, as part of changes to the Arms Act announced by Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee. Political reporter… Audio
Iwi petition against removal of Treaty of Waitangi requirement in schools
Education Minister Erica Stanford said the Treaty was the Crown's responsibility, not schools'.
'Tawdry, silly argument': Peters lays into asset sales
The NZ First leader has savaged National's suggestion, saying it has failed to fix the economy and is now trying to balance the books.
Court orders recount of votes in Porirua City Council's Māori ward
Candidate Jess Te Huia made the application to Porirua District Court last month.
The Panel LIVE: FULL!
On the 9th of December, The Panel is broadcasting from Revelry bar in Auckland's Ponsonby. Click through to find out more.
How a tattoo icon's designs live on in Wellington
The new owner of the country's oldest tattoo studio is working to honour the legacy of the shop's late founder - the late Roger Ingerton.
Te Pāti Māori expulsions questioned by law expert, former co-leader
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have vowed to fight what they says are "unconstitutional" expulsions.
Twickenham holds special value for All Blacks
Twickenham is the biggest rugby stadium in the world and for many visiting players, it's one of the most iconic.
Sports with Marc Hinton
The All Blacks chase a fifth Grand Slam while the Black Caps test their T20 World Cup form against the West Indies, and the Silver Ferns look to move past the Noeline Taurua saga. Audio
'A real and imminent threat': Police officer justified in shooting of offender
The officer had no other less violent way of eliminating the risk of death the offender posed, the Independent Police Conduct Authority says.
Garrison World: historian Charlotte Macdonald
The story of the Redcoats, as they were known, has been told in a new book Garrison World by Victoria University history professor Charlotte Macdonald. Audio
'Dark book, but joy to read': Booker Prize winner announced
David Szalay has won the pirze for his novel Flesh, after missing out in 2016 to Paul Beatty's The Sellout.
The House: Behind the scenes at the Parliamentary library
The House chats with three members of the Parliamentary library. More than just books and periodicals - it's a research powerhouse.
Companies could be missing out on productivity gains
A survey of business leaders suggested companies may be measuring against the wrong benchmarks, and that technology adoption was lagging.
Elite SAS forces searched for fugitive father Tom Phillips
Phillips was shot by police on 8 September - four years after he disappeared with his children in December 2021.
Business commentator Nicholas Pointon
The Financial Markets Authority misses its key metrics, ANZ Bank bosses lose their bonuses. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 11am for 11 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
'Well-liked' former publican dies in fall at crowded ED
Leonard Collett, a "sociable" and "straight-talking" father of four, died in a fall the coroner said was preventable.
Around the motu: Piers Fuller in Wairarapa
Piers discusses three accidental or unexpected deaths in the region over the weekend, one of Wairarapa's most successful businesses, Tranzit, marks 100 years. Audio
Cook Islands remains 'committed' to NZ
The Cook Islands government says it remains committed to free association with New Zealand despite recent disagreements and trust issues between the two governments. Audio
'People are afraid to enter': Cages go up at stores
Business owners say new security meant to deter armed robbers is also scaring customers away.
Book review: Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men by Mara Gold
Quentin Johnson reviews Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men by Mara Gold, published by Penguin Random House. Audio
Elite SAS forces searched for fugitive father Tom Phillips
Phillips was shot by police on 8 September - four years after he disappeared with his children in December 2021.
Remembrance Day and the grave of a Gallipoli veteran
With no family, the last resting place of Henry Walter - had fallen into disrepair. Private Walter had been kicked out of the army as "incorrigible" after struggling with the impact of battle and… Audio
How to jazz up your rental home on a shoestring budget
Velvet curtains, lace, mirrors even a disco ball - thrifter Anna Easton knows how to make a rental feel more warm and welcoming.
School kitchen worker charged after alleged sex offending involving a student
The 24-year-old man has been charged with sexual connection with a young person.
Lee-Anne Duncan: the huge impact of losing a parent too young
The Wellington journalist and editor has connected with 80 other people - some well-known, some less so - who lost a parent in childhood or in their teens. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 11 November 2025
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; Christopher Luxon isn't ruling out sales of government assets - an issue one of his coalition partners is vehemently against; The Prime… Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 10am for 11 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Police call for help to find man missing more than a year
A year on from the disappearance of a man on a popular Wellington walking track, the police remain hopeful he will be found.
Six All Whites players missing for next internationals
The injury list is growing for the All Whites ahead of their next internationals.
The Port of Auckland's role in fight against methamphetamine
The government has announced a plan to tackle meth harm. Audio
Football: Turkey arrests eight, investigates 1024 players in widening gambling probe
A top-tier club chairman was one of eight people arrested in a probe into alleged betting on football matches.
US correspondent David Smith
After 40 days, the US government shutdown appears close to ending as several Senate Democrats backed a Republican deal, sparking internal party tensions. Audio
Nine to Noon exclusive: Israeli hostage on 500 days of captivity, and why he doesn't hate his captors
Eli Sharabi was kidnapped by Hamas and held mostly in tunnels under Gaza.
A devastating fire looms over a struggling community
Ruapehu District's mayor says the huge fire could have the same effect on the local economy as the 1996 eruption.
Louvre 'fedora man' revealed: Meet the stylish teen dresser snapped at scene of heist
Fifteen-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux has been unmasked as the "Fedora man" at the Louvre heist scene.
Te Pāti Māori expulsions questioned by law expert, former co-leader
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have vowed to fight what they says are "unconstitutional" expulsions. Audio
What's at stake at COP30 climate summit
The U.N. climate chief has urged countries to cooperate rather than battle over priorities, as efforts to limit global warming are threatened by a fracturing international consensus. Audio
Trump pardons Giuliani, others involved in efforts to overturn election
The US president has pardoned a long list of his political allies for their support or involvement in plans to overturn the 2020 presidential election.
New Zealand Trotting Cup - all you need to know
The World Drivers Championship will be decided at the NZ Trotting Cup meeting on Tuesday.
Luxon should step in over Cook Islands spat - expert
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A geopolitical analyst says the prime minister should fix the diplomatic stand-off, as the foreign minister is making things worse. Audio
Eight killed in car explosion in India's Delhi
Police are probing the cause of the blast near the historic Red Fort, which left mangled bodies on a congested street.
Released Israeli hostage Eli Sharabi
On October 7th 2023, Eli Sharabi was kidnapped by Hamas and held for 491 days. He and his wife and two daughters were in their home on a kibbutz in Southern Israel when the attack happened. Audio
Luxon should step in over worsening Cook Islands spat, expert says
A geopolitical analyst says Prime Minister Christopher Luxon should have stepped in to fix New Zealand's diplomatic spat with Cook Islands, as Foreign Minister Winston Peters is making things worse.
RNZ Pacific news at 9am for 11 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Former Kiwi Olympian takes home gold after switching sports
Former Olympic champion Emma Twigg has taken home gold at the World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Turkey. Twigg spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Major facelift for country's oldest tattoo studio
The country's oldest tattoo studio has had a major facelift, which aims to honour its founder, the late Roger Ingerton. Reporter Bill Hickman went under the tattooist's needle to find out more. Audio
Philippines reeling after being hit by two typhoons in one week
The Philippines is reeling after being battered by two devastating typhoons within a week. Alnie Wagas' mother's entire village got washed away earlier this week, and she is currently living in a tent… Audio
The T20 of rowing a 'hell of the lot of fun' for legend Emma Twigg
Rowing legend Emma Twigg still loves having oars in her hands and is not about to give up as "you're a long time retired".
Sports Chat for 11 November 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere Audio
Market Update for 11 November 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Consumer NZ releases results of its latest "Yeah Nah" awards
Consumer NZ has released the results of its latest "Yeah Nah" awards, which are designed to highlight consumer problems such as confusing messaging or products that don't do the job they are meant to… Audio
Killer, prison escapee Phillip John Smith dabbling in cryptocurrency behind bars
The 51-year-old used forbidden cellphones to educate himself on trading and investing in cryptocurrencies.
Cook Islanders worried about impact of funding cuts
Cook Islanders are worried about the impact of funding cuts, after New Zealand suspending nearly $30 million in aid to the Cook Islands over two years. Tere Carr, owns a tourism business there and… Audio
Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report. Audio
'It is grunt work': Fire crews return to Tongariro park
Crews will need to walk the fire's perimeter edge and dig up hot spots to confirm there's no fire activity, FENZ says. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 8am for 11 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
News in Niuean for 11 November 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
No visible signs of fire as rain falls at Tongariro
A day of rain has put out all visible signs of a fire that burned through 2800 hectares of Tongariro National Park. Jimmy Ellingham is in Waimarino and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Morning Report live: Chris Hipkins on Te Pāti Māori's expulsion of MPs
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi and Tākuta Ferris have vowed to fight what they says are "unconstitutional" expulsions.
News in Samoan for 11 November 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Sale of public assets could become issue for coalition
Christopher Luxon isn't ruling out sales of government assets - an issue one of his coalition partners is vehemently against. Winston Peters spoke to Corin Dann Audio
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy released from prison pending appeal
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been released from prison after a Paris court ruled he could be freed pending an appeal for his September conviction for criminal conspiracy, according to…
Why we used to sleep in two segments
Continuous sleep is a modern habit, not an evolutionary constant, which helps explain why many of us still wake at 3am and wonder if something's wrong.
Sports Chat for 11 November 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Market Update for 11 November 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
No decision yet on transgender athletes' Games eligibility, IOC says
The International Olympic Committee says it is still weighing universal rules for transgender athletes as a growing number of sports bodies move to tighten eligibility criteria.
A devastating fire looms over a struggling community
Ruapehu District's mayor says the huge fire could have the same effect on the local economy as the 1996 eruption.
PM plans bill to restrict social media use for under 16s
The Prime Minister plans to introduce a bill to restrict social media use for under 16s before next year's election. Cecilia Robinson, the co-chair of B416 spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Port of Auckland’s role in fight against methamphetamine
The Port of Auckland is working with customs and Maritime New Zealand to crack down on methamphetamine from crossing the border. Port of Auckland CEO Roger Gray spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Government accused of worsening relationship with Cook Islands
The government has been accused of making things worse between New Zealand and the Cook Islands, by withholding more money. Teuila Fuatai reports. Audio
New Zealand Trotting Cup: what you need to know
The World Drivers Championship will be decided at the NZ Trotting Cup meeting on Tuesday.
'Well-liked' former publican dies in fall at crowded ED
Leonard Collett, a "sociable" and "straight-talking" father of four, died in a fall the coroner said was preventable.
Questions over transparency of Te Pati Maori expulsion process
Questions are being raised over the transparency of the process which led to the expulsion of two Te Pati Maori MPs. Amokura Panoho is a founding member of Te Pati Maori and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
State Highway 2 to be raised 1.8 metres in flood project
It is part of a $22 million flood protection project for the cyclone-hit community of Whirinaki.
RNZ Pacific news at 7am for 11 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
National ticketing system on public transport rolls out - after 16 years
When the NZTA signed off on an integrated national ticketing system in 2009, John Key was prime minister, Avatar ruled at the box office and a pound of butter cost around $3.60.
Business News for 11 November 2025
An early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
Trump threatens to sue BBC for $1 billion
The broadcaster has apologised, and its boss has resigned, over an edit of a Trump speech, saying it was "misleading".
Te Pati Maori expulsion does little to ease internal conflict
Te Pati Maori's ousting of two MPs has done little to ease the internal conflict - with more questions now mounting about the dispute and the next steps. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch spoke… Audio
News in Tongan for 11 November 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Colourism and bullying: The controversial world of island beauty pageants
Beauty pageants have waned in popularity in the United States and elsewhere, but they remain serious business in the Pacific Islands.
Moves to bring end to longest-ever US government shut down
The US Senate has taken the first steps towards ending the longest-ever government shutdown. Politico's Josh Gerstein spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Temuera Morrison digs deep in his latest TV project
"What it really brought it home to me was - man, these people just like us at home."
A year on from Hīkoi mō Te Tiriti
A dawn karakia at Te Rerenga Wairua marked the beginning of a nationwide march opposing the Treaty Principles Bill.
Canada loses measles elimination status after three decades
There have now been 18 confirmed cases in New Zealand's outbreak - 17 of them are no longer infectious.
First Up - The Podcast, Tuesday 11 November
On today's First Up pod: rain has helped put out the Tongariro scrub fire, we hear from local hapu about what restoration they would like to see; deputy prime minister David Seymour is here to catch… Audio
Morning Rural News for 11 November 2025
The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke Audio
Early Sports Chat for 11 November 2025
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
US military strikes 2 boats, killing 6 in Eastern Pacific
The military launched two lethal strikes against two separate vessels "operated by designated terrorist organisations," the US Defence Secretary says.
Eight killed in car explosion in India's Delhi
Police are probing cause of the blast near the historic Red Fort, which left mangled bodies on a congested street.
Former Te Pati Maori co-leader disappointed with MP expulsion
A former co-leader of Te Pati Maori says he's sad and disappointed after the party chose to kick out a third of its caucus. Giles Dexter reports. Audio
World News Wrap for 11 November 2025
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 11 November 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Study finds learning languages can help the brain fight aging
It might be time to get back on your duolingo streak - a new study has found speaking more than one language helps the aging brain. Professor Stephen May from the School of Maori and Indigenous… Audio
Pacific Waves 11 November 2025
Fiji women's groups accuse PM of gender bias; Miss Cook Islands pageant returns; Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora. Audio
Fiji women's groups accuse PM of gender bias
Women's groups in Fiji hit out at the Prime Minister this week, saying he promotes patriarchy and gender bias. Audio
Miss Cook Islands pageant returns
For the first time since the pandemic the Cook Islands has crowned a new beauty queen, and she's made history as the youngest to ever win the title. Audio
Pacific sports wrap with Iliesa Tora 10 November 2025
There were mixed results for Pasifika teams in rugby union and rugby league at the weekend. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 6am for 11 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Deputy PM Seymour on fire station visit, meth use
Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour talks about a potential ban on social media for under 16 and his visit to Auckland Central firestation Audio
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