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What doctors, landlords and economists make of Labour's tax plan
The policy won't work if house prices don't go up, an expert says, while property investors aren't happy.
'Lost our happy place': Family traumatised after being hit by another boat
After the collision, the father hit the windscreen, the children were screaming, and he looked up to see his wife bleeding from the mouth.
Farmers frustrated campaign promises not being fulfilled
Farmers are frustrated that Kiwisaver changes promised on the campaign trail are not being fulfilled. Federated Farmers board member Karl Dean spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira. Audio
Some Southland residents still without power
Some residents in storm-hit lower South Island could still be without power heading into the weekend. Emergency Management Southland group controller Lucy Hicks spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira. Audio
Trump's granddaughter handed entry to play in LPGA golf event
Kai Trump receives an invitation to pay in a tournament in Florida ahead of starting her collegiate golf career.
Samoan lawmakers pass budget totalling more than $560 million
It comes within a 30-day state of emergency put in place after the budget was not passed earlier in the year, contributing to the fall of Fiame Naomi Mata'afa's government.
Watch: 110-tonne machine makes tunnel breakthrough
A significant milestone has been reached in the Mt Messenger Bypass.
Why you shouldn't leave your retirement saving to chance
Money expert Liz Koh joins Kathryn to talk about the annual Massey University retirement spending guidelines, which yet again shows that retirees spend more than they get from NZ Super. Audio
Lower Hutt station closure affecting fire response - union boss
The station was shut almost four years ago with black mould and its firefighters moved to another nearby station. Audio
Maori Land March, 50 years on
Fifty years ago this month the Māori Land March entered Parliament grounds on a rainy day, led by Dame Whina Cooper. Audio
Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica's strongest-ever storm, weakens to Category 4
People have been bracing for the impact as the worst storm to hit the Caribbean island this century threatens catastrophic storm surges and flash floods. Audio
Weather: Power outages could last to weekend
Thousands of people in Southland and Otago remain without electricity.
'The ants are my friends’ (and other misheard lyrics)
Ian Chapman explores the entertaining and often amusing world of the mondegreen - aka the misheard lyric. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 11am for 29 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Greens want public feedback on cannabis laws
More than two dozen people have been jailed mainly for cannabis offences in the last year, the party's co-leader says.
Around the motu: Kirsty Pickett on Southland
Southland correspondent Kirsty Pickett joins Kathryn to talk about how the deep south fared in the recent bad spring weather. Audio
Kids swallowing magnets, needing major surgery - MBIE issues warning
It took a few minutes for Karen Teague to get out of her daughter that she had swallowed the two ends of magnet jewellery about 30 minutes apart.
Ambulance officer at odds with key murder witness
When Robert Ogier reached Darcy Te Hira's body, one thing stood out to him, and he's never forgotten it.
Minister gets tough on employers choosing migrants over locals
Erica Stanford says some employers aren't working with MSD to find job-seeking locals first, but an adviser says the rules are too unclear. Audio
Book review: Twist by Colum McCann
Sally Wenley reviews Twist by Colum McCann, published by Bloomsbury. RRP: $37 Audio
Sam The Trap Man says there's an art to building a long drop
Gisborne conservationist Sam Gibson serves up "chuckly yarns" on Instagram. But in a new documentary, he argues the loss of our native forests is no joke.
Farmers in Southland juggling power supply
A week after storms that caused widespread damage, farmers in Southland are still struggling with power supplies. Audio
Watch: 110-tonne machine makes tunnel breakthrough
A significant milestone has been reached in the Mt Messenger Bypass. Audio
13-year-old has major surgery after eating 100 magnets
Surgeons at Tauranga Hospital had to remove part of the boy's bowel to get out the magnets bought on Temu.
Temu distances itself from boy who swallowed 100 magnets
Part of the boy's bowel after he ate between 80 and 100 of the small but powerful magnets.
Healthy, young and facing soaring insurance premiums
A 'healthy, young' man says he's shocked to be told his premiums have increased 25 percent in a year.
Education minister stands by contentious curriculum
The full draft school curriculum for Years 0 to 10 has been released amid growing criticism.
Money talks: The other side of being an All Black
Analysis: The All Blacks don't do promos anymore, they do 'champion events' - especially this week in Chicago, writes Jamie Wall.
Sky TV secures Olympics broadcasting rights to 2032
The deal includes summer and winter Games in Milano Cortina 2026, Los Angeles 2028, French Alps 2030, and Brisbane 2032.
Tech companies eye stock market listings, but not on NZX
Most of the biggest players are "directing their energy and aspirations towards the listing in the US", Icehouse Ventures chief executive says.
Why is the world so transfixed with art heists?
What is it about an art heist that fascinates people so much? What motivates thieves? And what happens when it goes wrong? Dr Penelope Jackson's written a number of books about art crimes and shares… Audio
Bill Gates makes a stunning claim about climate change
His essay comes ahead of next month's COP30, a global summit focused on battling climate change.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 29 October 2025
The government has released the full draft of New Zealand's new Year 0 to 10 curriculum as opposition from within the educational sector grows to the proposed changes; More than half a million tickets… Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 10am for 29 October 2025
The latest news and sport form RNZ Pacific. Audio
NZME increases underlying profit guidance by up to $3 million
The company, which owns the NZ Herald, ZB radio stations and OneRoof, expected to make between $59m and $62m, compared with an earlier estimate of between $57m and $59m.
RNZ political panel: Willis digs at Labour over leak
"Already civil war is breaking out in the Labour Party over whether this tax is wide enough," the finance minister says. Audio
Australia: Watchdog sues Microsoft, Albanese's US success
Australia correspondent Chris Niesche to talk about the decision by the competition watchdog ACCC to sue Microsoft for alleged misleading conduct over adding Copilot AI to its 365 subs. Audio
NZ's only saltwater crocs keep zookeepers on their toes
Auckland's Butterfly Creek houses Goldie and Scar, both more than 5m long and weighing in between 500kg and 600kg. Audio
Alcohol guidelines outdated and 'understate risks', update halted after lobbyists complained
Canada, Australia and the UK all significantly reduced their safe drinking guidelines in recent years.
Helping thousands in need: Wellington City Mission
Wellington City Mission is celebrating one year in its purpose-built $50 million innovative hub in Newtown where it has supported thousands of people and families in need. Audio
Media Council upholds complaint against RNZ over alcohol guidelines reporting
The Media Council has upheld a complaint from the Brewers Association of New Zealand against RNZ over alcohol guidelines reporting.
Top scientist calls out woeful funding arrangements
A recent government science funding announcement hasn't impressed one of the country's top scientists, who says the country's best researchers are being driven overseas. Audio
Thousands evacuated in Vietnam after record rain triggers floods
Heavy rain has inundated the central coastal region since the weekend, closing schools and flooding the former imperial city of Hue.
Firefighters frustrated with station delays
Lower Hutt firefighters say they can't get to fires fast enough because a key station has been closed for nearly four years, while the union says there are stations in Auckland and Tauranga with… Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 9am for 29 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Education minister stands by contentious curriculum
The full draft school curriculum for Years 0 to 10 has been released amid growing criticism. Audio
Why your health insurance premiums keep going up
A 'healthy, young' man says he's shocked to be told his premiums have increased 25 percent in a year. Audio
Plate-recognition tech catching out Auckland drivers
A fleet of 25 cars equipped with cameras are now patrolling Auckland's streets on a daily basis, hunting for parking infringements. Audio
The battle to stop a tide of child sexual abuse material
The Child Exploitation Operations Team deals with the worst of the worst, and has "more work than we can handle".
Potential for measles outbreak to be worse than 2019
Last time there were more than 2000 cases with a third of patients needing hospital care, Professor Michael Baker says. Audio
Cheaper to fly to Aussie gig than buy scalped ticket fan says
A Christchurch man has found it cheaper to fly to Australia to see his favorite artist than to buy a scalped ticket to watch her at Electric Avenue in his own city - just a few blocks away from his… Audio
Sports Chat for 29 October 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Market Update for 29 October 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
What doctors, landlords and economists make of Labour's tax plan
The policy won't work if house prices don't go up, an expert says, while property investors aren't happy. Audio
Concerns over affordability of health insurance
When it comes to health insurance, one of the biggest gripes many people have is that just when you need it most, it becomes a lot more expensive. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin… Audio
Minister gets tough on employers choosing migrants over New Zealanders
Erica Stanford says some employers aren't working with MSD to find job-seeking locals first, but an immigration adviser says the rules are too unclear.
Minister gets tough on employers choosing migrants over New Zealanders
Erica Stanford says some employers aren't working with MSD to find job-seeking locals first, but an immigration adviser says the rules are too unclear.
Employers warned over efforts to employ more Kiwis
The Immigration Minister is warning employers they will face consequences if they don't try hard enough to take on New Zealanders desperate for work. Gill Bonnett reports. Audio
Kiwis coach on crowd booing: 'It's just a bit of banter'
A sea of red is expected to envelop Eden Park as the Kiwis take on a Tongan XIII and their notoriously parochial fan base.
Rabuka confirms Prasad's resignation after anti-corruption charges
The development comes less than a week after the resignation of co-Deputy Prime Minister Manoa Kamikamica, who is also facing corruption charges.
Weekly Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni
Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel. Audio
Morning Report live: Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni debate Labour's new tax and four-year terms
Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni debate CGT and the new curriculum
RNZ Pacific news at 8am for 29 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Students stay home as measles vaccination records checked
Students at two Wellington schools are stuck at home as Health New Zealand checks each student's vaccination records one by one. Professor Michael Baker spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
News in Niuean for 29 October 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Excavator breaks through 235m tunnel on Mt Messenger project
A significant milestone has been reached in the Mt Messenger Bypass Te Ara o Te Ata project on State Highway 3 in Taranaki. RNZ Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports. Audio
NZ Police Commissioner asks Aussie counterpart for explanation
The NZ Police Commissioner has asked his counterpart in Australia for a please explain, after learning that the Northern Territory has renewed its recruitment drive for Police Officers in New Zealand… Audio
News in Samoan for 29 October 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Sports Chat for 29 October 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Market Update for 29 October 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Number of cars ticketed by AT plate-recognition vehicles double
More than half a million tickets have been dished out to Auckland drivers by plate-recognition vehicles last year - double the year before. Parking Services group manager at AT, John Strawbridge spoke… Audio
FENZ takes all powered rescue watercraft out of service
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has grounded all powered watercraft used by local fire stations to rescue people during water emergencies. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports. Audio
Israel launches strikes into Gaza
Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the military to carry out intense strikes on the Gaza Strip.
Opposition to curriculum changes grows amongst teachers
The government has released the full draft of New Zealand's new Year 0 to 10 curriculum as opposition from within the educational sector grows to the proposed changes. Education Minister, Erica… Audio
PE teachers voice opposition to curriculum changes
The country's physical education teachers have joined the chorus of opposition to the government's proposed changes to the school curriculum. Managing director of Physical Education New Zealand Heemi… Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 7am for 29 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Business News for 29 October 2025
An early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
Luxon signals closer ties between NZ and Indo-Pacific region
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he wants to anchor New Zealand's security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. Political reporter Lillian Hanly reports. Audio
GPs warn new Labour policy will put pressure on workforce
A GP believes capacity and workforce issues will need to be worked out before Labour's promise of free doctors visits can be a reality. General Practice NZ Chair Dr Bryan Betty spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Wallabies life begins at 30 for ex-All Black
Aidan Ross is the fifth rugby player to represent both New Zealand and Australia.
News in Tongan for 29 October 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Netball: Constellation Cup decider could go longer than epic Delhi 2010 final
With Australia leading the series 2-1, the Silver Ferns need to win the final test to tie the series two games apiece, forcing series decider time to determine the outright winner.
Hurricane Melissa forecast to hit Jamaica as category five
Jamaica's Minister of Water Environment and Climate Change, Matthew Samuda spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss with an update on conditions in Jamaica. Audio
ACC stops payments to record numbers of long-term clients
Many say they cannot work and worry they are being "dumped as a way to save money".
'Total lack of understanding': school curriculum criticism grows
Maths education experts say recent changes to the maths curriculum "seem more political than educational".
Seven questions about a capital gains tax
What you might be asking about Labour's new tax policy.
Morning Rural News for 29 October 2025
The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. Audio
First Up - The Podcast, Wednesday 29 October
On today's First Up pod: category 5 storm Hurricane Melissa is making its way slowly to Jamaica; today we get to know a couple of the weirder creatures in New Zealand - ecologist Mark Roper tells us… Audio
Irrigation equipment smashed by winds - 'A huge concern coming into the summer period'
More than 700 pivot spans - worth $30,000 each - have been damaged in North Canterbury.
Early Sports Chat for 29 October 2025
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Ambulance officer at odds with key murder witness
When Robert Ogier reached Darcy Te Hira's body, one thing stood out to him, and he's never forgotten it.
Actress Prunella Scales, TV's Sybil Fawlty, dies at 93
Scales, best known for her role as the long-suffering Sybil in the British TV comedy classic 'Fawlty Towers', was re-watching the show the day before she died.
Property investors want Labour to keep tax break for landlords
Property investors want Labour to promise to keep the coalition's tax break for landlords, as the party releases its new Capital Gains Tax policy for the next election. Political reporter Giles Dexter… Audio
World News Wrap for 29 October 2025
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 29 October 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
West Coast bucking national trend with rising employment
Latest Stats NZ data shows the West Coast is bucking the national trend, with employment rising. Development West Coast Chief Executive Health Milne spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Pacific Waves for 29 October 2025
Experts warn of the Pacific becoming "narco-states"; Report shows NZ reducing its aid in the Pacific; Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico. Audio
Experts warn of the Pacific becoming "narco-states"
The chair of a group advising the New Zealand government on organised crime says Pacific countries are at risk of becoming "narco-states". Audio
Report shows NZ reducing its aid in the Pacific
A new report says New Zealand is lagging behind in development aid to the Pacific while Australia is stepping up. Audio
Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico
Pacific news wrap with Christina Persico. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 6am for 29 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Odd jobs: the life of a croc keeper at Butterfly Creek
If you've ever seen the Saltwater Crocodiles being fed at Auckland's Butterfly Creek and wondered why on earth someone would choose do that for a job, so did our poroducer Ross McNaughton. So he went… Audio
Citizen Science helping to find long-tailed bats in Hawke's Bay
The Bat Colab founder Mark Roper is asking Hawkes Bay residents are being asked if they'd like to host a bat detector on their properties www.thebatcolab.co.nz Audio
How letting your mind wander can reset your brain
What our brains really need is some much needed time off from concentrating.
Update on Gaza and technocrats, Sudan
Alex Baird reports from the Middle-East on the tenuous Gaza ceasefire Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
TradeMe's Emma Bacon has a classic Warriors raising funds for the Abilities Group. Audio
10 Europeans die after tourist bus crashes in Kenya
A plane crash in Kenya, and a 92 year old president for Cameroon, Nabil Ahmed Rufai has the news from Africa Audio
US military strikes four boats in Pacific Ocean
The United States military has conducted further strikes in its campaign against alleged drug trafficking, killing 14 more people.
Do we need 50 more MPs? Or a four-year term?
A policy think tank is proposing big reform of the country's electoral system, including having 170 members of Parliament.
Luxon to dine with Trump and other leaders
The Prime Minister will be attending an APEC leaders dinner on Wednesday in South Korea.
Star Wars - Opening Crawl
The team take on one of the most recognisable intros in film history: the opening crawl from Star Wars. Video, Audio
Border patrols for child predators
The amount of child sexual abuse material entering New Zealand is increasing and getting 'more violent' - and the Customs team managing it can't keep up. Audio
Ukraine needs support for 2-3 more years of fighting - Zelensky
The Ukrainian president said the money would be spent on recovery if the war with Russia ended earlier, but if not, there'd be 'no other choice' but to spend it on weapons.
Supermarkets to trial facial recognition tech
Three supermarkets are trailing facial recognition to help identify people that have previously acted violent or threatening in store.
Shower Thoughts: How do you write a sermon?
Reuben Munn has been a pastor for twenty years and joins Emile Donovan to explain. Audio
What can New Zealand learn from the Irish arts benefit?
Jenny Dagg is a sociologist and researcher at Maynooth University in Ireland and wrote the cost-benefit analysis for the scheme. She joins Emile Donovan. Audio
WorkSafe board no longer has any worker representative
Removing the voice of the worker from the actual governance of WorkSafe is "deeply concerning", says the CTU.
Kiwis coach on crowd booing: 'It's just a bit of banter'
Stacey Jones says the rise in Pasifika rugby league has re-ignited the international game.
Full draft of new school curriculum released
There is growing criticism of the changes which are now open for consultation.
Thousands of trees down across Southland as farmers assess damage from storm
Farms across Southland and Clutha are beginning to assess the full scale of the damage of Thursday's storm.
Jamaica warns of mass destruction as Hurricane Melissa looms
The Category 5 storm is charting a painstakingly slow path through the Caribbean.
European correspondent Christian Smith
Christian Smith joins Emile Donovan to discuss news making headlines in Europe. Audio
Gunman pleads guilty to Japan ex-PM's murder
The slaying forced a reckoning in a country with little experience of gun violence, and ignited scrutiny of alleged ties between prominent conservative lawmakers and a secretive sect, the Unification…
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 28 October 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
How much is your flatmate’s love life costing you?
Economist Ed McKnight has crunched the numbers and built a calculator that can tell you. Audio
What you need to know about Labour's capital gains tax
Tax expert Terry Baucher joins Emile Donovan. Audio
RNZ Pacific News at 8pm for 28 October 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
Doctors group supports Labour's new policy, but questions GP capacity
Labour has agreed to campaign on a capital gains tax covering just property - excluding family homes and farms - to help fund three free doctor visits for everyone. Audio
Unions and Māori come together for Rā Whakamana
The mobilisation coincided with the 190th anniversary of He Whakaputanga o te Rangatiratanga o Nu Tireni (the Declaration of Independence of the United Tribes of New Zealand) and the first Labour Day…
Person seriously injured after getting trapped by bullbar
A person has been seriously injured after trapped by a bullbar at an address in Paremoremo.
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: Michael Smythe is back with Kiwi Nuggets. Tonight the design historian will focus… Audio
Russia's interest in Antarctic oil exposed after Ukrainian scientist's arrest
The Antarctic Treaty's environmental protocol is clear - mining is prohibited indefinitely.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Michael Moynahan, Part 2
In part two, more about the weather in the South island, the panel talks to Ashley Hopkins, grape grower at perhaps the worlds southern most vineyard about the snow that has hit their isolated spot… Audio
Power still out for thousands after wild weather in lower South Island
PowerNet says 3900 customers are without power in Southland and 1700 in South Otago.
Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns name sides for double-header
New Zealand have named their line-ups to take on the Jillaroos and Tonga XIII.
'Inappropriate': Teacher falls pregnant after becoming caregiver for teen she used to teach
A teacher has lost her job after falling pregnant to a troubled teen who moved in with her after she became his caregiver.
Trump praises Japan's 'great' female leader in talks on trade, critical minerals
Sanae Takaichi said she would nominate Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, The White House says.
Gloriavale community leader appeals worker ruling
Gloriavale's leader says members worked to support a communal ethos, but they say the commune's labour structure was "a sweat shop".
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Michael Moynahan, Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jennie Moreton and Michael Moynahan. First up, Roger Cotton, farmer and Councillor for the Lawrence-Tuapeka Ward has been checking in… Audio
School curriculum criticism grows: 'A total lack of understanding of our disciplines'
Maths education experts say recent changes to the maths curriculum "seem more political than educational".
Paedophiles using the dark web access to childcare centres
Australia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about an investigation that has found paedophiles are using the dark web to learn how to gain access to childcare centres and abuse children while… Audio
PM says halal deal 'really important'
The government first announced its commitment to boost halal meat trade with Malaysia in July.
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