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Peters argues courts undermine democracy in Oxford debate
His attendance at the debates follows those of ACT leader David Seymour and Labour MP Willie Jackson.
'Devastated': NZ family of boy, 11, missing in Canada plead for help
Kai Pavlovic's family have been looking for the "exceptionally kind, caring, intelligent, and funny young boy" for a month.
How to make sure you get insurance payouts after wild weather
As the wild weather subsides for most of us, attention is now turning to the clean-up job and filing insurance claims To share some advice on how to get your claim accepted quickly, Patrick O'Meara… Audio
Possums as pets? Former Wellington mayor is dead against it
Celia Wade-Brown, who is the Green Party's associate conservation spokesperson, says possums are a serious threat to biodiversity, orchards and stock.
Will home loan rates drop below 4 percent?
Home loan interest rates continue to drop as the Reserve Bank pursues its path to a lower official cash rate, and wholesale markets fall.
Group seeks to revive axed Lake Onslow hydro project
A private consortium plans to lodge a fast-track consent application for the pumped hydro storage scheme in the "next week or two".
Naturists set to celebrate Nude Gardening Day
Saturday is Nude Gardening Day, New Zealand Naturist Federation president Alice de Wet spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
'Vagahau Niue is in me'
Niue community organiser and educator Mele Fakatali Nemaia publishes a book in time for Niue Language Week. Video
Police discover more campsites used by Tom Phillips
Police have found several more campsites used by Tom Phillips as he evaded authorities. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Funky hairdos and a smoking duck - best Comedy Wildlife Photos
The animal kingdom is a dynamic place, filled with plenty of action and drama. Freeze and capture any moment in time and an animal's behaviour can become hilarious.
Man charged following arson attacks on cellphone towers in Wanaka
Police say there had been a series of arsons in recent months.
Christchurch mosque shooter can be called as witness
Survivors and victims' families had objected to hearing from the white supremacist as part of the coronial inquest into the attacks.
'Nervewracking!': Classic ride returns to Rainbow's End
The iconic Manukau amusement park ride is back to delight kids of all ages.
Health officials fearing worst as measles cases rise
Health officials are fearing the worst as a Cook strait ferry sailing has been identified as a high risk exposure event for measles. Vicky Chan, a pharmacist at Pakuranga Unichem spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Storm impacting roads ahead of long weekend
Health officials are fearing the worst as a Cook strait ferry sailing has been identified as a high risk exposure event for measles. Vicky Chan, a pharmacist at Pakuranga Unichem spoke to Charlotte… Audio
State of emergency declared in Southland
A state of emergency has been declared in Southland after yesterday's horrific storm - another remains in place for Canterbury. RNZ reporter Keiller MacDuff spoke to Charlotte Cook from Culverden. Audio
Trump heads to Asia for high-stakes meeting with Xi
US President Donald Trump embarks on a major trip to Asia this week.
Police hunt for man who fled on horseback during drug raid
The man was allegedly armed with a knife and threatened officers while they were executing a search warrant at his home in a settlement in Navosa Province on Thursday.
Bressa Creeting Cake - Bressa Creeting Cake
Bressa Creeting Cake came of out of West Auckland in the mid-1990s with an album full of sonic and songwriterly surprises. Nick Bollinger takes a close listen and talks to members Geoff Maddock and… Audio
The week that was
Our comedians Te Radar and Donna Brookbanks with a few laughs to end the week. Audio
Will home loan rates drop below 4 percent?
Home loan interest rates continue to drop as the Reserve Bank pursues its path to a lower official cash rate, and wholesale markets fall. Audio
Sports commentator Sam Ackerman
Sam Ackerman gives the latest on what's happening in the world of sport. Audio
Springbok handed nine-match ban for genitals grab
Jan-Hendrik Wessels will miss the team's end-of-year four-test tour of Europe.
NZ's most beloved tradition: The Mascot Race
Canterbury host Otago in Saturday's NPC final, but some might say the real action will take place at halftime. Video
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.
Tourism Holdings expects to return to profitable growth
The campervan operator has had a number of difficult years.
Arrests likely for those who broke fire ban
The total ban on outdoor fires and fireworks in Canterbury was in place due to extreme fire risk caused by forecast severe gales.
Music reviewer Jeremy Taylor
Jeremy Taylor of Slow Boat Records plays new music from indie band The Lemonheads, a new album from UK singer songwriter Olivia Dean and Australian punk band The Saints. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 11am for 24 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Payments unlikely for customers, businesses owed money by GrabOne
The failed voucher business owes more than $16.5 million, including at least $3.8m to unsecured creditors.
Man jailed over sexual images of babies and children
The Department of Internal Affairs says the depicted victims in the more than 2000 images were between one and 14-years old.
Weekend weather: What to expect for the long weekend
A mostly fine weekend is forecast around the country but more rain and high winds are expected in some places on Labour Day. Audio
Howling winds rip roof off Canterbury home
The wind was followed by rain that has saturated the inside of their home.
English club signs two Black Ferns World Cup loose forwards
Black Ferns loose forwards Layla Sae and Liana Mikaele-Tu'u sign short-term contracts with English club Harlequins.
Around the motu: Alisha Evans is Sun Live's Local Democracy
Tauranga City council has a plan to help a waterfront neighbourhood plagued by drug use, burnouts and speeding. Audio
Kiwi workers need a break
One in two New Zealanders are reporting feeling burnt out from their job, so is the solution to push through, or take a pre-Christmas breather?
Book review: He Puawai A Natural History of New Zealand Flowers
David Hill reviews He Puawai A Natural History of New Zealand Flowers by Philip Garnock-Jones, published by Auckland University Press. Audio
'Stark reminder': Bus driver's death in crash a tragedy, mayor says
Meanwhile, Tāmaki Drive has now reopened after being closed for more than 24 hours after the crash.
Lovin' it this time? Maccas makes new bid for restaurant at tourist hotspot
McDonald's is back for round two.
Mayor backs Air NZ's call for state subsidies of regional flights
Air New Zealand's new chief executive has signalled the government might have to step in to keep planes to smaller centres going. Audio
Robinson ready to race as Winter Olympics loom
Alice Robinson wants to finish on the podium at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Thrills and heartbreak in Fiordland: The Hollows Boys
In the 1970s, as the deer recovery era took off , the Hollows brothers - Gary, Mark and Kim were drawn from the north, one by one, to Fiordland. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 24 October 2025
Air New Zealand's new chief executive Nikhil Ravishankar says some domestic routes may need subsidies to keep running; Health officials are urging the public to remain vigilant for measles symptoms… Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 10am for 24 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Minister's shortlived celebration about one statistic
Karen Chhour has acknowledged her initial comments didn't paint a full picture. Audio
UK court rules Apple abused App Store dominance
Apple, which has faced mounting pressure from regulators in the US and Europe over the fees it charges developers, said it would appeal.
Has Putin's strategy of playing Trump run its course?
Analysis: The Kremlin may have convinced itself that US President Donald Trump didn't have the stomach to apply real pressure on Moscow to end the brutal conflict in Ukraine.
Gang members run illegal raffle to pay for kids to go to Rainbow's End
They claimed the raffle was to raise funds to take about 200 children to the theme park.
New photos released as Tom Phillips' 'primary campsites' found
Two large, established and "heavily-concealed structures" have been found by police.
Pacific correspondent Koroi Hawkins
RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins gives an update about what's happening around the Pacific Audio
Samoa beaten by Canada at FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup
Coach Juan Chang Urrea told FIFA+ it can sound like a defeat but it was win for Samoa.
Brown hails seabed expedition as milestone
The United States research vessel E/V Nautilus was officially welcomed at Avatiu Wharf this week.
A moment between King Charles and Pope Leo was 500 years in the making
King Charles and Pope Leo have become the first British monarch and pontiff to pray together at a church service in at least five centuries.
Rotorua biofactory for new fuels, proteins
A $60 million biofactory opening in Rotorua next year will give small businesses the opportunity to create and test new bioproducts using forestry slash. Audio
Swimming Australia takes aim at Meta over more fake quotes
Two weeks after Mollie O'Callaghan was targeted, Swimming Australia has asked Meta to take down fake quotes attributed to Kyle Chalmers.
Why Trump's sudden White House wing demolition is extraordinary
Analysis: The US President has now done what he wants for the construction of a new ballroom - in ways that are causing consternation.
NZ may be on the cusp of another measles outbreak
To stem further spread, we must build on the lessons from New Zealand's last major measles outbreak in 2019.
Explainer: What actually happens on a teacher-only day
The government is banning term-time days for teacher development - but what are they for?
Calls for nurses to do limited colonoscopies
Calls for nurse practitioners to be trained to do some colonoscopies, as the number of bowel cancer cases in under 50 year olds rises. Audio
Bulikula one win away from Rugby League World Cup debut
The Bulikula are trying to become Fiji's first women's team to play at a Rugby League World Cup.
Worksafe survey indicates violence and burnout for police and ambulance
Police and ambulance officers are facing widespread threats of violence and suffering burnout according to research released by Worksafe. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 9am for 24 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We crossed the Tasman to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Waikato community of Paaterangi embraces calf club day
A calf club has been running in the Waikato community of Paaterangi for 40 years, Reporter Ke-Xin Li paid a visit. Audio
Pirate ship ride returns to Rainbow's End
Auckland's amusement park Rainbow's End is officially welcoming thrill-seekers to ride its brand-new Pirate Ship, Pacifica. Rainbow's End chief executive Susan Mudie spoke to Coin Dann. Audio
What to do if you're making weather-related insurance claims
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
Fonterra sale could inject $4.5b into economy
The dairy giant is hoping to sell its Anchor and Mainland brands to a French company, though the deal is far from set in stone. Audio
Home loan interest rates continue to drop
Home loan interest rates continue to drop as the Reserve Bank pursues its path to a lower official cash rate, and wholesale markets fall. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Patti LaBelle is coming to New Zealand
The 81-year-old soul singer has clocked a six-decade career, entering the music business at 14-years-old.
'High risk exposure event': Measles case on ferry could see spread around country
Health New Zealand is warning a Cook Strait ferry sailing was a measles high risk exposure event. Audio
Weekly Sports Panel: Abby Wilson and Taine Randell
One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and former All Black captain Taine Randell discuss this weekend's sport action. Audio
Clean-up begins after wild weather hits much of country
Thousands of people face a big clean-up after wild weather wreaked havoc across the lower half of the country. Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ Breakers crash to one-point NBL loss to Brisbane Bullets
The Breakers blew a 24-point lead to go down 84-83 to the Bullets and continue a poor start to the NBL season.
RNZ Pacific news at 8am for 24 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
Alert issued over missing five-year-old non-verbal boy
The boy was missing from his home in the Taranaki town of Kaponga.
Fires continue to burn as warm conditions forecast to return
The hot windy weather that's creating challenging conditions for fire fighters is set to return next week. Alexa Cook reports. Audio
News in Niuean for 24 October 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Armageddon Expo celebrates 30 year anniversary
What started as a tiny fan event has grown into one of New Zealand's biggest pop culture celebrations. Armageddon Expo founder Bill Geradts spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Deadline to vote on Fonterra deal approaches
An economist says it's not just farmers who will benefit from Fonterra's sale of its consumer brands. ASB's chief economist Nick Tuffley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
All out - White Ferns' World Cup hopes over after loss to India
The outgunned White Ferns suffered a 53-runs loss to India to end their hopes of winning the Cricket World Cup.
News in Samoan for 24 October 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Prisoner waited four months for help before suicide
Coroner Mary-Anne Borrowdale said the Covid-19 lockdown worsened access to "already overstretched" mental health services.
'Chainsaws running red hot': Falling trees kill sheep, cut power
Despite the damage and livestock deaths, most farmers will just roll up their sleeves and do what needs to be done, a farming boss says.
Market Update for 24 October 2025
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
One dead, one hospitalised after crash near Ashburton
Police say one person died and another was hospitalised after a crash near Ashburton overnight.
Sports Chat for 24 October 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Whakatane mayor backs calls for regional flight subsidies
Air New Zealand's new chief executive Nikhil Ravishankar says some domestic routes may need subsidies to keep running. Whakatāne mayor Nándor Tánczos spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Judge clears British ex-soldier of Bloody Sunday murders
The verdict has been condemned by victims' relatives and Northern Ireland's political leader.
Thousands waking up without power and water
As conditions ease, the clean up is kicking in across the motu after trees were ripped clean from the ground, roofs lifted off, and fences and sheds sent flying. Audio
Soldier espionage case: Suppression orders to be re-examined
A military court will hear more about the suppression orders and sentence of a soldier who tried to pass on sensitive defence information to a foreign entity. Audio
NBA coach, player arrested in Mafia gambling probe
They are among 30 indicted for alleged involvement in a "nationwide scheme to rig illegal poker games" using "high-tech cheating technology".
Officials urging public to remain vigilant for measles symptoms
Health officials are urging the public to remain vigilant for measles symptoms ahead of the long weekend, with two further cases confirmed on Thursday. Health New Zealand's Public Health Medicine… Audio
Fewer children being abused in government facilities
The Children's Minister has acknowledged her initial celebration of fewer children being abused or neglected in state care did not give the full picture. Political reporter Russell Palmer reports. Audio
Alert as hornet queen found in Auckland
It is the first time a queen yellow-legged hornet has been found in the country.
Water supply issues for Greymouth following wild weather
Some Greymouth homes have run out of water after wild weather hit the town's treatment plant yesterday. Grey District Council Mayor Tania Gibson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
French MPs clash on New Caledonia's issues, debates further postponed
French national politics have once again cast a shadow on New Caledonia's issues even though the French Pacific territory is facing a pressing schedule.
Hornets found building nest on Auckland's North Shore
It is the first time a yellow-legged hornet queen has been found in the country.
RNZ Pacific news at 7am for 24 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
What causes muscle cramps during exercise?
Scientists have traditionally attributed exercise-induced cramps to dehydration or electrolyte imbalances. But now there is a new theory.
It'll soon be easier to build granny flats in the backyar
Legislation changing the Building Act passed its third and final reading in Parliament on Thursday morning with unanimous support from MPs.
Does the wind really make people bonkers?
Gusty days seem to send kids into overdrive and make grownups feel irritated. What's the reason behind it?
'Like a bomb going off': Family dives for cover as window blows
Shards of glass went flying after gale force winds smashed a large house window in Featherston.
Business News for 24 October 2025
An early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
'It shouldn't be that way': The detention practice worrying youth experts
The rooms are small and bare, "some have a toilet" - and teens are being kept in them alone for days.
Weather forces exams to be postponed in Dunedin
The University of Otago had to postpone Thursday's exams due to weather making the campus unsafe. Vice Chancellor Grant Robertson spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Zelensky welcomes US sanctions on Russian oil companies
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed US sanctions on Russia's two major oil companies. Correspondent William Denselow spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Brussels. Audio
New Air NZ boss wants 'situational subsidy' for domestic routes
Nikhil Ravishankar says there needs to be a form of subsidy for certain flights so they can continue to operate when demand is low.
Customers missing out in savings accounts, former bank boss warns
A former bank CEO explains what a 'grandfathered' account is and how it might be losing you money.
Morning Rural News for 24 October 2025
The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. Audio
First Up - The Podcast, Friday 24 October
On today's First Up pod: we've got all the news from around the world overnight - and the latest from around the country - where those red wind warnings have eased now; Otago flanker Will Stodart is… Audio
Early Sports Chat for 24 October 2025
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
Suppression of Espionage prosecution details to be re-examined
The veil of secrecy still shrouding much of a first-of-its-kind military prosecution for attempted espionage could lift next week, when suppression orders are re-examined. Jimmy Ellingham reports. Audio
World News Wrap for 24 October 2025
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Calls for clear rules around lifejacket use
Water Safety New Zealand is calling for a clear rule around lifejacket use for all ages. Its interim Chief Executive Gavin Walker spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
News in Cook Islands for 24 October 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Pacific Waves for 24 October 2025
Violent disciplinary measures in Fiji schools not the answer - advocates; Setting health priorities in the Pacific region; Niue youth are 'eagar' to learn their language - advocate. Audio
Violent measures in Fiji schools not the answer - advocates
A recent call to reintroduce corporal punishment in Fiji schools has been met with strong opposition from advocates, and those with lived experiences under the system. Audio
News in Tongan for 24 October 2025
The latest news in the Tongan language(Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Setting health priorities in the Pacific region
Pacific health leaders gathered in Fiji this week say alcohol and tobacco control are key to combatting non-communicable diseases. Audio
Niue youth 'eager' to learn their language - cultural advocate
In Aotearoa, the Niue community are celebrating Niuean Language Week or Faahi Tapu he Vagahau Niue. Audio
RNZ Pacific news at 6am for 24 October 2025
The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific. Audio
First Up visits a Waikato calf club that includes "townie" kids
Ke-Xin Li visits the Waikato settlement of Paaterangi for Calf Club Day Audio
US: FBI busts gambling rings, WH ballroom donors revealed
Bevan Hurley has the latest from Trump's America Audio
WeatherWatch: Wind easing but not gone for Labour Weekend
Weather Watch's Philip Duncan updates the nation on our week of wild weather Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
Glenn Forsyth, our Minister of Fruit and Veg delivers the nation his Fruit of the Week - NZ Strawberries Audio
NPC final Canterbury vs Otago tomorrow in afternoon kickoff
Nathan talks to Otago flanker Will Stodart ahead of tomorrow's NPC final against Canterbury Audio
New Delhi's air quality poor after Diwali celebrations
Diwali has seen epic pollution in New Delhi, Anas Mallick has his report from South Asia Audio
Paewhiri Episode 12 - Phones on the Marae
In this episode the Paewhiri panel talk about the use of phones on the marae and whether or not should be a new rule, following a similar line when marae became smokefree. Audio
74-year-old found dead was 'devoted' to family, son wanted by police
Karen Gilbert-Palmer was found dead on 15 October and Police have been searching for her son, Jeremy Robertson, for over a week in connection with her death.
NPC final Canterbury v Otago: What you need to know
Team lists, news and key stats for this weekend's big provincial showdown in Christchurch.
Football Ferns hungry for North America challenge
Coach Michael Mayne says there's plenty of competition among the players and he'll use that as the side prepares to face Mexico and the USA.
Hymns on Sunday, 26 October 2025
This week, we’ve some communion hymns from New Zealand and the United States, and we feature hymns by Isaac Watts, who’s sometimes described as ‘the Father of English hymnody’ – he wrote over 700… Audio
Bothered, buggered and burnt out
A combination of job insecurity, tight economic times and a pressure to always be on the clock is resulting in a burnt out workforce. Audio
Black Caps lose T20 series after final match washed out
New Zealand needed a win to draw the series but persistent rain in Auckland meant they never got the chance.
UK's former schools minister Sir Nick Gibb
Sir Nick Gibb oversaw a dramatic turnaround in England's school reading and maths performance during his tenure as schools minister through the rollback of 'progressivist' practice and a renewed focus… Audio
Philosophy Now: A cruel God?
Tonight, Dan takes on perhaps the ultimate question in Western philosophy: if God is all-knowing, all-powerful, and all-beneficent, how can there be so much suffering in the world? Audio
Man gets home detention sentence for immigration fraud
A 59-year-old man has been sentenced to nine months' home detention with six months' post-detention conditions following a major investigation into a long-running immigration fraud scheme.
ULMWP alleges 15 civilians killed in West Papua military operation
However, the Indonesian government has dismissed the accusations as "baseless", saying that all those killed were members of an armed criminal group. Audio
Israel annexing West Bank could threaten Gaza peace deal: Marco Rubio
Israeli lawmakers voted Wednesday to advance two bills on annexing the occupied West Bank, barely a week after President Donald Trump pushed through a deal aimed at ending a two-year Israeli offensive…
A question of intent: Takutai Moana Bill passes third reading
The Takutai Moana Bill bill on customary marine titles has passed after much argument over the original intent of its predecessor.
Millions flow into Canterbury flood protection push
Environment Canterbury is rolling out millions of dollars' worth of flood resilience projects across Mid and Selwyn districts.
The case for home economics in school
In the proposed high school curriculum, home economics would cease to be a stand-alone subject and instead be taught within health. Home economics teacher Tina Williams joins Emile Donovan. Audio
New Air NZ boss wants 'situational subsidy' for domestic routes
Nikhil Ravishankar says there needs to be a form of subsidy for certain flights so they can continue to operate when demand is low. Audio
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 23 October 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
Weather update with reporter Lauren Crimp
We speak to RNZ journalist Lauren Crimp about the latest on the wild weather which hit much of the country today. Audio
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