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This page contains all audio and news items we publish, in chronological order, with the most recent first.
Pacific delegates make their way to COP summit
Pacific nations are making their way to the world's biggest climate meeting. Audio
Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico for 8 November 2025
Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico for 8 November 2025. Audio
Pacific sports talanoa with Iliesa Tora 8 November 2025
Pacific sports talanoa with Iliesa Tora 8 November 2025. Audio
Otago students return home safe after violence erupts in Tanzania
Six students away on medical elective are back in New Zealand, after deadly protests led to a night-time curfew in Dar es Salaam and a nationwide internet shutdown.
Blasts injure dozens at Indonesian mosque
Police say 55 people were injured in the explosions, which happened during Friday prayers.
All Blacks v Scotland: What you need to know
Team lists, news and key stats for this weekend's match at Murrayfield, Edinburgh. Video
Monitoring programme helps people decide where to swim
Taranaki beaches, lakes and rivers will be back under the microscope this summer, with the Can I Swim Here? programme about to kick off.
Tanzania charges more than 100 with treason over election protests
Violent protests broke out across the east African country on election day, with sources indicating hundreds -- if not thousands -- may have been killed.
Diwali 'Festival of Lights': A month of celebration wraps up
Known as one of the biggest multicultural events on New Zealand's calendar, Diwali - also called Deepavali - symbolises the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil.
Polish woman found guilty of harassing Maddie McCann's family
Julia Wandelt falsely claimed to be Madeleine, who disappeared in May 2007 while on holiday with her family in Portugal.
'It's just a misunderstanding' - Life in a peaceful country with war on its doorstep
The Detail's Sharon Brettkelly visits Jordan, where the tourism industry propping up the country's economy has been all but decimated by the war in neighbouring Israel.
Education minister doubles her rating of ministry
Erica Stanford rated the ministry 7/10 for its oversight of the education system, up from 3/10 the previous year.
News in Cook Islands Maori for 8 November 2025
The latest News in Cook Island Maori ( Te Reo Maori Kiki Airani), brought to you by our partners Pacific Media Network Audio
Life in a peaceful country with war on its doorstep
The Detail's Sharon Brettkelly visits Jordan, where the tourism industry propping up the country's economy has been all but decimated by the war in neighbouring Israel. Audio
'Earth moved': Quake shakes Royal NZ Ballet performance of The Nutcracker
The 4.9 magnitude earthquake shook Wellington on Thursday night - but no-one at St James Theatre blinked.
The Logg Cabin: 7 November 2025
On the Logg Cabin this week Mark features all time classic Inner City, a party starter from Bob Marley, fresh sounds from Ladi6 and Auntie Flo and a new twist on a Fat Freddy's Drop favourite. Audio
Hamilton man breaks into home, unleashes vicious attack
The victim was at her Waikato home gaming with her headphones on when Joseph Hohepa Te Huia smashed a fly screen on a bathroom window and climbed inside.
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
Featuring new music from Body of Work, Juana Molina, and Yuhan Su. Audio
Multiple people at US military base ill after package delivered with white powder
It is the base through which VIPs such as the president, vice president, and cabinet secretaries regularly travel on official business.
'We're running out of time': Desperate plea to save conjoined twins
The parents of conjoined twins in Papua New Guinea have made a desperate plea to "anyone globally" to help save them.
Anatomy of a downfall: The end of McSkimming's 29-year police career
The country's second-highest ranking police officer oversaw road policing and operational services - he was also secretly watching child sexual exploitation and bestiality.
Redundancy bill more than $10m as Callaghan Innovation winds down
More than 180 roles have been lost since November 2023 through the closure of the crown-owned science and innovation entity.
Short-Cuts with Dan Slevin
Nights' resident screen critic joins Emile Donovan to review Dan Trachtenberg's 2022 Predator prequel Prey (Disney+), eight-part western-noir series The Lowdown (also Disney+) starring Ethan Hawke. Audio
Lee Tamahori 'will be missed' but 'will definitely be remembered'
Actor Te Kohe Tuhaka has paid tribute to late filmmaker and mentor Lee Tamahori, describing him as a trailblazer for Māori in cinema.
Woman arrested after Wellington shooting incident
The 34-year-old will appear in the Palmerston North District Court on Saturday.
London police chief vows more change after another damning racism report
Another deeply critical report cited systemic racism in how the force deals with Black members of the public and its own staff.
The Quiz Appendix: See how it runs
Producer Bonnie Harrison joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week in quizzes. Audio
US to start UN negotiations on international Gaza force mandate next week
The United Nations Security Council will start negotiations on a US-drafted resolution to endorse President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, a senior US government official says.
Māori Language Awards: 'Me raupā aku ringa kia ao aku wawata'
A quiet trailblazer, a beloved kōhanga reo nanny and the translators behind the bilingual Olympic sporting glossary are among those recognised at Ngā Tohu Reo Māori 2025.
This Weekend: Robot Rampage
Jack Barker, organiser of Robot Rampage and part of the team behind End Game, New Zealand’s world champion combat robot, speaks to Emile Donovan. Audio
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 7 November 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
New Zealand's top tertiary teacher
After 25 years as an automotive mechanic, Richard Hope transitioned into tertiary teaching in 2019. Since then, he has transformed his classroom into a supportive and empowering space for students of… Audio
Customs seize major cocaine haul at Port Chalmers
The intercept was packed into bricks branded with designer sports fashion label Lacoste.
Saving seeds, saving stories
Jemma Ostenfeld collects and germinates seeds on a patch of borrowed land in the eastern Bay of Plenty. She is helping to preserve the genetic memory of plants - each seed a story of survival… Audio
'To be honest, it's just a mess. I've never seen anything as bad as it'
Another horror story has emerged of an overseas weight-loss operation gone wrong.
New $56 million cancer centre life changing for patients
The opening of a cancer centre in New Plymouth is being described as life changing for people living with the disease, and for the professionals who care for them.
From the Archives - Sheep on the board
In this story for the long-running programme Spectrum, first broadcast in 1972, Jack Perkins joins a Wairarapa shearing gang, on a farm near Masterton. It starts at the beginning of a day's shearing… Audio
Immunisation campaign sees thousands of MMR vaccinations delivered daily
The health minister says the National Immunisation Week campaign has been a success, with more than 10,000 MMR vaccinations given.
A wrap from RNZ's rural news desk
A round-up of the week's news from the primary sector. Audio
'Haven't actually got a parkbrake': Campaigners call for ban on unsafe system
The cardan shaft parking brakes have claimed six NZ lives since 2010 and have been declared "inherently unsafe" by a coroner. Audio
A kiwi's life in the world's largest dairy farms
Twenty years ago Berwick Settle was a Southland sharemilker. Since then he's worked in some of the biggest dairy farms in the world, helping set up farms in China and Russia where cows live year round… Audio
Animal welfare group 'quietly confident' it can save lions at Whangārei big cat park
HUHA says it has contacted the owners of Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary, offering to find a home for the five lions. Audio
Sealord confirms 48 jobs to go as parts of Nelson operations become seasonal
The region has been rocked by job cuts in recent months.
Two major power cuts in six days hit Far North
Lines network company Top Energy says the outages were not connected, despite affecting the same areas.
From reset to regret: Te Pati Maori at war
Te Pati Maori's internal conflict has exploded into full public view. On this week's Focus on Politics, RNZ acting political editor Craig McCulloch unpacks how the turmoil unfolded - and whether… Audio
The Panel with Ed Amon and Anna Dean, Part 2
In part two, a Wellington swimming pool used by several schools and groups is facing potential closure thanks to rising gas costs. Then, Christmas is back on in Onehunga, after a large group of… Audio
Once Were Warriors director Lee Tamahori dies
Following the success of his directorial debut, Tamahori went on to direct Hollywood blockbusters and independent films.
The Panel with Ed Amon and Anna Dean, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Ed Amon and Anna Dean. First up, the scorecard is in on the government's controversial boot camp trial. The Champions Initiative is a… Audio
Hundreds of pāua taken illegally in Taranaki
Taranaki fishery officers say three people were caught with more than 330 pāua taken from a closed area.
Government's strong balance sheet likely to decline, Treasury warns
Its 2025 Investment Statement found liabilities were forecast to rise 33 percent by 2029 to $504 billion, as the debt grows to fund investment spending and operating deficits.
Andrew Windsor summoned by US Congress over Epstein case
United Kingdom correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lisa Owen about Andrew Mountbatten Windsor being summoned by US Congress over the Jeffrey Epstein case, as well as the manhunt continuing for one of… Audio
Heavily criticised supplier not included in 2026 primary school lunches contract
Ten suppliers have been contracted to deliver primary school lunches next year.
Evening business for 7 November 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Public art stolen less than 24 hours after being installed
The sculpture called Doctrines by artist George Watson was due to be part of SCAPE Public Art Trust's summer season exhibition.
Auckland FC and Wellington Phoenix to face off for first time this season
The second season of the New Zealand derby in the A-League kicks off tomorrow night in Wellington. Auckland FC and the Wellington Phoenix will again play three times this season - with the Phoenix… Audio
New Cancer Center lifechanging for Taranaki patients
The opening of a $56 million Taranaki Cancer Centre in New Plymouth is being described as life changing for people living with the disease in the region, and for the professionals who care for them… Audio
Efforts underway to save lions from being euthanised
Efforts are underway to save the last five big cats from a Whangarei Wildlife park. The lions are effectively on death row after the Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary closed its gates to the public last weekend… Audio
Gloriavale granted extra week to answer Education Ministry concerns
Education officials are considering closing the West Coast Christian community's school because of safety concerns.
Six men killed in incidents involving faulty parking brakes
Alan Nichol, Brian Edwards, Mark Lee, Phillip Loving, Graeme Rabbits and Allan Ranapia. These six men have died in incidents involving cardan shaft parking brakes since 2010. A coroner investigating… Audio
Te Mana Kuratahi winners named
The winning group bested 62 other kapa haka from 17 regions.
'Unacceptable': Hipkins says more robust police vetting needed
The Labour leader says it is "unacceptable" that former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's behaviour was not picked up in vetting for the role.
Clutha state of emergency ends, two weeks after storm
The Clutha District's state of emergency has come to an end, two weeks after damaging winds tore through the region. Audio
CMNZ: From Scratch
This is a live audio recording of the From Scratch 50th Anniversary Concert, presented by Chamber Music New Zealand in September 2025. The event celebrated New Zealand’s oldest and most avant-garde… Audio
Criminal investigation into fraudulent breath tests needed - defence lawyer
There should be a criminal investigation into police officers fraudulently recording alcohol breath tests that didn't happen, according to the Defence Lawyers Association. About a 120 officers are the… Audio
Film rebate expanding to smaller productions
The government is no longer soley focued on attracting Blockbuster films like the Lord of the Rings and Avatar to these shores, it's now hoping to give the industry a boost by offering incentives to… Audio
One killed after car collides with bus full of school children
A person who witnessed a fatal bus crash in Rotorua last night says the car involved appeared to cross the centre line. A passenger in the car was killed and the driver and another passenger were… Audio
'Right thing to do': The group who stepped up to repair Bruce McLaren's headstone
Vandalism and unconsented interference is a regular occurrence, say the Grave Guardians, who wasted no time offering to repair the McLaren family headstones.
Woman spends six weeks in hospital after overseas operation
Another horror story has emerged of an overseas weight-loss operation gone wrong. Manawatu woman Helen Watson's spent six weeks in hospital since returning from Turkey, unable to eat, drink or walk… Audio
Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns to play in Pacific Champ finals
The Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns will play in their respective finals of the Pacific Championships in Sydney on Sunday. A year ago the Kiwis were on the verge of being relegated from the top competition and… Audio
Sex with 1000 men in 12 hours: why Bonnie Blue is neither a feminist nor a monster
Thanks to a controversial new documentary, adult content creator Tia Billinger - stage name Bonnie Blue - has become a household name.
Why are high end brands for sale on discount sites?
Some shoppers have been surprised in recent weeks to find items from the women's fashion label Augustine for sale at discount website The Outlet at a fraction of their normal price. So what's going… Audio
Deadly typhoon makes its way to Vietnam
Asia correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Lisa Owen about a deadly typhoon which killed more than 100 people in the Philippines that has now made its way to Vietnam, as well as a search continuing for… Audio
Calls for criminal investigation into falsified police breath tests
The integrity of the past and current work of any officer involved is called into question, the Defence Lawyers Association says.
How much is your flatmate's love life costing you?
It can be an awkward situation, when a flatmate's partner, who was only staying a night or two, suddenly becomes a regular fixture, without paying rent. It has prompted an economist to create a tool… Audio
Christchurch Schools Music Festival: celebrating Canterbury's youth through music
Music Director Rachel Wilford talks with RNZ Concert's David Morriss about the largest annual event in the South Island dedicated to developing young musical talent. Audio
'We're running out of time'
The parents of conjoined twins in Papua New Guinea have made a desperate plea to "anyone globally" to help save them.
Thunderstorms threaten to put dampener on start of summer
Temperatures well into the 20s were recorded around the country this week, but winter has one last sting left in its tail.
'Well placed for festive season': Briscoe Group confident, despite drop in sporting sales
The retailer still believes it is on track for its profit forecast of $60m for the year.
Critter of the Week: Huberia striata
Jesse chats to Forest and Bird Chief Executive about this week's critter. Huberia striata belongs to the only fully New Zealand endemic genus of ant. Widespread throughout Aotearoa, they nest… Audio
Weekend Stuff: Landscape Design
It's time to chat about what you get up to in the weekend, today Jesse is joined by talented garden designer Tony Murrell from Murrell Gardens. Audio
Person arrested after reports of someone with a gun
Police were called to the Christchurch suburb of Mairehau shortly before 2.30pm this afternoon.
Meet the Asian investors fuelling New Zealand startups
While Air New Zealand's new CEO may claim Asian heritage, one must cast the net a little wider to find other Asian faces at the forefront of investment finance.
Independent supermarket hopes to challenge duopoly in Upper Hutt
A last-minute database crash couldn't stall the opening of Plenty Foods in Brewtown. Audio
Man who threw sandwich at US agent found not guilty
The incident quickly became a symbol - somewhat in jest - for resistance in DC against the Trump takeover of law enforcement and ramp up in deportation efforts.
Food with Connie Clarkson
Auckland Council's The Kitchen Project manager Connie Clarkson joins Jesse to chat food. Today her recipe is gado gado with peanut sauce. Gado Gado means "mix mix" in Indonesian Gado-gado is a… Audio
'Patriarchy is alive': Fijian PM accused of favouring men in diplomatic appointments
But Sitiveni Rabuka's government has announced that it is committed to advancing women's participation and leadership in the foreign service.
'Headlong into the bus': Witness says car crossed line before deadly crash
"The front was entirely caved in," says a driver who narrowly avoided the crash between a car and a school bus that killed a person and hurt 31. Audio
Fireworks blamed as fire tears through paddock
The owner of a paddock where a blaze broke out on Friday out believed fireworks were the cause.
Indian community wraps up month-long Diwali festivities
Tens of thousands celebrate one of the biggest multicultural events on New Zealand's calendar with a seemingly endless procession of dance, music and culinary delights.
NZ Live: Love Square in studio
Time for NZ Live, our weekly showcase of Aotearoa's best musicians... Today the studio is full of horns .. there are saxophones and trumpets everywhere. And amongst the instruments are Nick Atkinson… Audio
New Zealand’s fastest-growing language celebrated with flair
Punjabi communities nationwide mark the country's sixth Punjabi Language Week with vibrant cultural performances.
Film Review: TOITU Visual Sovereignty
Film critic Kate Rodger joins us to share her film recommendations. Predator Badlands - in cinemas TOITU: Visual Sovereignty - go here to see venues Audio
Australia begins deporting 'non-citizens' to Nauru
The first of potentially hundreds of individuals deemed "non-citizens" by Australia have been removed to Nauru as part of $2.5 billion resettlement arrangement between the nations. Audio
'If it keeps building and building, it'll blow': Growing fears over shares
Despite warnings of a potential crash due to inflated AI stock prices, markets continue to hit records.
Two days that tarnished Trump's aura of absolute power
Analysis: Hints of vulnerability and successful challenges to his authority spell political danger for the president.
Pacific communities hit hardest by rising unemployment - Stats NZ
The unemployment stats for Pacific peoples is more than double the national average, and the highest of any other ethnic group in New Zealand. Audio
Freaky Friday
Time for Freaky Friday. Our home for your spooky stories, terrifying tales and eerie encounters If you have a story to share, be that a ghost, a UFO, or something else unexplained we want to hear from… Audio
Why is everyone coming for the Millennials?
Opinion: Ankle socks, side parts, avo on toast and the cry-laugh emoji - why do we cop so much flak?
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 7 November 2025
The final evaluation for the government's military style boot camps found it was too small to provide any meaningful data, and its implementation was rushed; The teams of Tonga, Samoa and New Zealand… Audio
The secret to making a good scent
A new six-part video series that dives into the world of perfumery in Aotearoa kicks off on Monday. Journey of Scent is billed as a sensory adventure that takes us into a world that we rarely get to… Audio
Typhoon Kalmaegi hits Vietnam after killing 140 in Philippines
Typhoon Kalmaegi made landfall Thursday in Vietnam's already storm-battered central belt.
Farmers urged to install crush or rollover protection after quad bike death
Farm vehicle incidents are one of the top two causes of workplace deaths in New Zealand.
Pacific leaders to push 100% renewable energy plan at COP30 in Belém
The Pacific aims to be the first region in the world to be completely reliant on renewable energy.
'Head long into the bus': Witness says car crossed line before deadly crash that hurt 31
More to come on this breaking story.
Winner of the Young Horticulturist of the Year
Canterbury nursery manager Jake Linklater has won the prestigious Young Horticulturist of the Year trophy. He won the title last night after an intensive two-day competition. Jake also took out the… Audio
Grand Theft Auto VI release date delayed to November 2026
Developers Rockstar Games said the extra months "will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve".
How do we know if our food has been genetically modified?
Changes to our genetic modification laws have our scientists and politicians struggling to agree on a way forward. Over the last few weeks we have been discussing various aspects of the gene tech bill… Audio
Priestman counting down to football return after spying scandal
Excitement is the overwhelming emotion that football coach Bev Priestman is feeling after 15 months out of the game.
Dismantling of climate laws breaks years of cross-party agreement
Governments make grand statements on targets without awkward detail about what we have to do to reach them, write Barry Barton and Jennifer Campion.
Auckland BioSciences expands animal blood operation to Uruguay
Animal-derived serum and plasma from mostly cattle and pig carcasses is used in medical and life science research, including for veterinary vaccines.
Lights, camera, ACTION! Reaction to the screen rebate changes
Big news for the film industry today, with the Government announcing a major boost to the screen production rebate scheme. The rebate allows film companies and producers to receive cash back from… Audio
$50 an hour, 12% superannuation: Australian recruiters target Kiwi jobseekers
Ged Cann started thinking about going overseas out of fears he would not be able to build the kind of life he wanted in New Zealand.
The song inspired by a rescued pet starling called Matisse
"When she sits on my shoulder and sings her full song in my ear, I just feel like the most privileged person in the world."
Street evacuated after police find what they thought was small bomb
An antique pistol, drugs and a BB gun were among the other things found.
The low-key local eateries we'd like to see get Michelin stars
They might be tiny, hole-in-the-wall spots but hungry diners are happy to queue to get a seat.
Apple Maps find sparks new search for Amelia Earhart’s remains
A chance look through Apple Maps has led to a new expedition to find the remains of famed aviator Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan. The photo shows what some think is the wing of her… Audio
Delays after crash on Auckland's Harbour Bridge
One person has been injured in a crash which forced the closure of two lanes on Auckland's Harbour Bridge.
NRL Pacific Championships heats up
The teams of Tonga, Samoa and New Zealand are playing off in the NRL Pacific championships. Monty Beetham spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Midday Rural News for 7 November 2025
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team. Audio
Midday Sports News for 7 November 2025
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team. Audio
Winners of Prime Minister’s Award for Literary Achievement announced
Three writers won $60,000 each at the Creative New Zealand managed annual awards last night.
Government boosts film subsidies to stay a 'serious contender'
The finance minister says New Zealand is at risk of missing out on film productions as international competition intensifies. Audio
Midday Business News for 7 November 2025
The latest news from RNZ's business team. Audio
One person dead after bus crash in Rotorua
The bus involved in yesterday's crash in Rotorua was returning from a kapa haka competition in Tauranga. A passenger in the car died and three others were taken to hospital. RNZ Reporter Lauren Crimp… Audio
Chinese research vessel linked to naval interests surveys Cook Islands waters
The research/survey vessel Da Yang Hao is the second marine scientific research collaboration for Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority.
Fire sparked on plane moments after landing at Brisbane Airport
Four aviation fire rescue trucks responded, before the 180 passengers and crew on board the Virgin Australia flight disembarked as normal.
Evaluation of government military style boot camps released
The final evaluation for the government's military style boot camps found it was too small to provide any meaningful data, and its implementation was rushed. Janet Mays spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Tesla shareholders approve Musk's $1 trillion pay package
The crowd at the meeting broke into cheers and chants when the results were announced.
France's highest constitutional body validates New Caledonia's elections delay
The French Constitutional Council said on Thursday this should be the last time those elections are delayed.
FENZ brushes off rumours as 'scaremongering'
Fire and Emergency says it will continue to respond to severe weather events, despite "scaremongering" suggesting otherwise.
The week that was
Our comedians Te Radar and Elisabeth with humour to round off the week. Audio
Shareholders grill Spark over lacklustre run
The past two years have been "incredibly challenging" for the telco, its chief executive says.
Pacific leaders to push 100% renewable energy plan at COP30
The Pacific aims to be the first region in the world to be completely reliant on renewable energy. Audio
Auckland City FC plagued by social media cyber attack
Amateur football club Auckland City FC is still battling to regain control of its social media pages after falling victim to a cyber security attack.
Sabalenka and Pegula book their spots in WTA Finals last four
The top-seeded Sabalenka ended the title defence of Coco Gauff by defeating the American in the closing match of the round-robin stage in Riyadh.
Time is running out for Lawson to secure his place
With four rounds remaining, the heat is back on the New Zealand driver to get back into the points and finish the Formula 1 season strongly.
Music reviewer Jeremy Taylor
Jeremy Taylor of Slow Boat Records play new releases from Lily Allen and Hayley Williams, and a long overdue reissue from Stephen Duffy's superb Lilac Time Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 11am for 7 November 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Napier residents rage over new housing plan
The city is opening the door to six-storey terraced housing and apartment-style living - upsetting some locals.
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