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Trump tariff war ramps up as Europe, Canada retaliate
Steel and aluminium tariffs will likely balloon costs of producing goods from home appliances to automobiles, experts say. Audio
News in Niuean for 13 March 2025
The latest news in Niuean language (Vagahau Niue) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Nicola Willis on scrapping Living Wage requirement
The economic growth minister plans to scrap the Living Wage requirement for contractors providing cleaning, security, and catering services to government agencies. Nicola Willis spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Liam Lawson prepares for first Melbourne Grand Prix
Liam Lawson has made his first appearance in Melbourne ahead of the Grand Prix this weekend. Morning Report's Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
News in Samoan for 13 March 2025
The latest news in Samoan language (Gagana Samoa). Audio
Scott Watson appears before parole board
Watson has spent more than 25 years behind bars for the murder of Ben Smart and Olivia Hope, but has always maintained his innocence. Audio
Govt's Global Investment Summit set to begin
The government's much vaunted investment summit is finally set to get underway in Auckland on Thursday. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
33 militants, 21 hostages killed in Pakistan train hijacking
The operation against militants who hijacked the train carrying hundreds of passengers is over, officials say.
White House about to get a masterclass in Kremlin diplomacy
Analysis - The arguments are well rehearsed, and now must meet reality.
LGNZ calls for ballot boxes for local elections
A report from Local Government New Zealand says that replacing postal voting with voting booths is vital for the future of local body elections. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
NZ steel exports to the US hit with tariffs
New Zealand's exports of steel and iron to the United States were valued at $65.5 million last year. Sense Partners economist John Ballingall spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Matamata-Piako community in shock after student hit by train
The Matamata-Piako community is in shock after a college student was hit by a freight train and killed just after 3pm on Wednesday. Mayor Adrienne Wilcock spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Convicted double murderer Scott Watson applies for parole
Four psychologists have told a parole board that convicted double murderer Scott Watson is at risk of re-offending if he is let out of prison, with one saying he is still high risk. Nelson Marlborough… Audio
Hundreds sign petition to keep busy stretch of highway 80km/h
NZTA says some roads will revert automatically and others are subject to public feedback.
Business News for 13 March 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Number of properties listed on Trademe hits 10-year high
The number of properties listed on Trademe has surged - hitting a 10-year high. Trade Me Property customer director Gavin Lloyd spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Cleaner concerned over plans to remove Living Wage
A cleaner working for a government agency says removing the Living Wage also removes people's ability to survive. Liam Shaw is one of those workers and he spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Parker and Dubois fight off the cards
British boxer Daniel Dubois is not rescheduling the fight with Joseph Parker after falling ill.
Student dies after being hit by train in Matamata
A female high school student has died after being hit by a train this afternoon in Matamata.
How much cash can you withdraw from your bank?
RNZ asked the banks what limits there are on what people can withdraw.
First Up - The Podcast, Thursday 13 March
On today's First Up pod: Canadian political expert David Moscrop educate us on Canada's new Prime Minister Mark Carney; hundreds of train passengers in Pakistan have been taken hostage in Pakistan… Audio
Captain of cargo ship in North Sea crash is Russian
UK police have arrested the captain of the Solong, on suspicion of manslaughter, after the crash left one crew member missing, presumed dead.
Early Business News for 13 March 2025
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
Renters face record pressure
Housing affordability has improved - unless you're a tenant
School lunch provider turns to Australia for help
With its main food manufacturer, Libelle, in liquidation, the School Lunch Collective has turned to Australia to ensure it had enough meals.
Peeni Henare apologises for leaving seat to perform haka
Labour's Peeni Henare has apologised for leaving his seat to perform a haka during the Treaty Principles Bill's debate - but he stands by performing it, and says he would do it again. Audio
March to May best time to look for a job: Seek
Seek has done the numbers on the best time of year to be looking for a new job. Seek senior economist Blair Chapman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Americans lead surge in wealthy foreigners wanting new visa
Interest has spiked "dramatically" since Donald Trump's inauguration, a lawyer says.
Pacific News in French for 13 March 2025
The latest RNZ Pacific news in the French language (La Langue Française). Audio
US tariffs on steel and aluminium come into effect
US tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports have come into effect, and the EU has already retaliated with counter-tariffs. Brussels correspondent Will Denselow spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
News in Cook Islands Maori for 13 March 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 13 March 2025
East Sepik governor slams PNG government for police neglect; Deep sea mining companies accused of swaying Cook Islanders through charity; Visa-free travel for Pacific a huge risk - immigration… Audio
East Sepik governor slams PNG govt for police neglect
The governor of East Sepik says the recent gang-rape and killings in the province stemmed from unresolved issues going back 20 years. Audio
Deep sea mining companies accused of swaying
Deep sea mining companies in the Cook Islands are being accused of using charity to sway peoples opinions over the controversial practice, while mining companies claim its no different from other… Audio
Visa-free travel for Pacific a huge risk - immigration adviser
An immigration expert thinks New Zealand's Green Party's petition for the Government to extend visa-free travel to visitors from Pacific Island nations is not a good idea while the Prime Minister says… Audio
Uni prep course credits diversity and culture for its success
New Zealand's AUT University recently celebrated 206 school leavers who completed the university's preparation programme 'UniPrep'. Audio
Uni prep course credits diversity and culture for its success
New Zealand's AUT University recently celebrated 206 school leavers who completed the university's preparation programme 'UniPrep'. Audio
Monitoring and measuring Antarctica's heartbeat
The freezing and melting of Antarctic sea ice is one of the biggest annual changes on the planet.
Have home owners made the right call?
4.99% interest rates have been enough to pull borrowers back from short-term fixes. So what happens now?
Sepuloni on tax reform report, Labour's priorities
Carmel Sepuloni talks tariffs, Trump, tax and terrible school lunches. Audio
UK: captain of cargo ship arrested after tanker collision
There's been an arrest in the North Sea ship collision, Henry Riley has the news from London Audio
Waiuku College to have visible police presence after threat
Principal Stuart Kelly says police don't believe there's a risk to the school, but will be there as a reassurance for the community.
Apologetic Henare stands by haka during Treaty Principles Bill's debate
"There's one thing more powerful than doing the haka on your own, is doing the haka alongside your people."
Wanaka delights locals with terrier race at A&P show
ODT reporter Olivia Caldwell tells Nathan about Wanaka's annual A&P show Audio
Electricians fear the Right to Repair Bill could be deadly
The bill passed its first reading in Parliament last month, but one trade feels the amendment is a live wire.
We ask "who is Mark Carney" Canada's new PM
Who is Mark Carney the new Prime Minister of Canada? Political expert David Moscrop joins first up from Ottawa Audio
Attack, hostages taken on Pakistan train
A train hijacking has ended in Pakistan, Anas Mallick has the breaking news. Audio
Antarctica's heartbeat
Step out on the sea ice just outside New Zealand’s Scott Base with researchers studying the physics of its annual cycle. Each year a massive patch of ocean around Antarctica freezes and then melts… Audio
Voice of the Sea Ice 02 | Antarctica's heartbeat
Step out on the sea ice just outside New Zealand’s Scott Base with researchers studying the physics of its annual cycle. Each year a massive patch of ocean around Antarctica freezes and then melts… Audio
Antarctica's heartbeat
Step out on the sea ice just outside New Zealand’s Scott Base with researchers studying the physics of its annual cycle. Each year a massive patch of ocean around Antarctica freezes and then melts… Audio
Master Electricians' warning on the Right to Repair Bill
The bill passed its first reading in Parliament last month, but one trade feels the amendment is a live wire. Audio
RNZ Music Pocket Edition: 12 March 2025
This week on Pocket Edition Maggie Tweedie spotlights Lorina Harding, Ezra Collective, Jordan Rakei and Maribou State. Audio
'Cyberstalking damaged my reputation, relationships and opportunities' - councillor
"I had no recourse for this, and it has been a major reason for my decision to step down from my current position," says a South Auckland councillor who has endured cyberstalking.
The company that wants to see woolly mammoths roaming the earth by 2028
A team of scientists have achieved the first step in reviving the woolly mammoth: creating the woolly mouse.
Colossal Biosciences is a Texas-based company looking to do the impossible, using ancient… Audio
Splitting intellectual property in a divorce
Why a new ruling by the Supreme Court of New Zealand has major implications for creators in New Zealand. Audio
Peters denies NZ First's constitution has same diversity requirements as public service
Winston Peters has angrily rejected evidence that his party's constitution has similar diversity requirements as the public service targets that he wants scrapped.
Auckland Writers Festival returns for 2025
Last year the Auckland Writers Festival smashed all previous attendance records - this year looks to be even bigger. Audio
News in Solomon Islands Pidgin for 12 March 2025
The latest news in Solomon Islands Pidgin (Tok Pisin). Audio
Russian missile attack on central Ukraine kills one, injures five
Local officials also said the attack struck an infrastructure facility and caused a fire.
Midweek - Poll angst, NZME upheaval
A new poll piles pressure on the PM and his party, the billionaire bidding to unseat NZME's board hits back at claims about his intentions, a Paddington clarification Audio
Greenland's pro-business opposition wins election amid Trump control pledge
Greenland's pro-business opposition Demokraatit party has won the country's closely watched parliamentary election, beating the incumbent left-wing coalition in a vote dominated by US President Donald…
How to ride the markets during turbulent times
Uncertainty due to the rollout of the US's tariffs has put some people's shares into a spin. Audio
Student dies after being hit by train in Matamata
A female high school student has died after being hit by a train this afternoon in Matamata.
Body of NZ soldier Dominic Abelen killed in Ukraine finally returns home
Dominic Abelen was killed in August 2022 while fighting in the East of Ukraine on leave without pay from the Defence Force.
Pakistan train hijacking: Rescue complicated by suicide bombers
Attackers wearing suicide bombs were sitting next to passengers taken hostage after militants took over a train in southwest Pakistan, complicating rescue efforts a day after the country's first such…
US House Republicans pass stopgap bill to fund government
The Republican-controlled US House of Representatives has passed a stopgap bill to keep federal agencies funded past Friday, averting a partial shutdown beginning this weekend even as President Donald…
State Highway 1 Desert Road to re-open after two-month closure
State Highway 1 between Tūrangi and Waiouru has been shut since mid-January, forcing a 40-minute detour.
No plans for SH1 safety improvements in Kaikōura, despite concerns
Business owners are worried about safety at a busy intersection where trucks "thunder" through town.
Fictional fiscal cliffs - misinterpreting budgets for political gain
The prime minister's much-repeated claim that he "saved school lunches" is nonsense, and relies on us not understanding how budgets actually work. Audio
Auckland FC walking A-League discipline tightrope
The A-League leaders are down two players due to ill-discipline and two more are on watch.
Trump helping make progress in PGA, LIV golf talks
The deep-pocketed LIV Golf has drawn some of the sport's top talent since launching
Health NZ's proposed digital cuts: 'We are seeing the cracks widen'
Nearly 98 percent of health IT experts and healthworkers say proposed cuts to Health NZ's digital services budget will hurt patients, according to a new survey.
How to spot the burnout warning signs
The symptoms of burnout are insidious, a clinical psychologist says. Audio
Possible tax break for migrants
Some had faced paying tax on capital gains they had not yet made.
Australia PM says 'unjustified' US tariffs on Australia poor way to treat a friend
Anthony Albanese says the tariffs on steel and aluminium are "not a friendly act"
FIFA World Cup qualifiers: All Whites embrace favourites tag
A "laser-focussed" NZ squad have the odds stacked in their favour and now it is up to them to cash in.
Review - Mickey 17
Mickey 17 is Bong Joon Ho's (Parasite) unique take on science fiction, in which a lowly worker is regularly killed doing dangerous jobs, only to be revived to die another day. Stars Robert Pattinson… Audio
Review - Spit
Spit sees low-life criminal John Spitieri (Gettin' Square) return after 20 years for his own movie. Can Spit conquer the bad guys, bond with his young nephew, get his new Syrian mate safely employed… Audio
Review - White Bird
White Bird is a spin-off from the movie Wonder, in which young Auggie's tormentor learns a lesson from his grandmother, a survivor from the Nazi occupation of France. Stars Dame Helen Mirren and… Audio
After The Goldrush
Simon Morris looks at life after the glitter of the recent Oscars, in particular three more modest films, all coincidentally connected to earlier hits. Sci-fi comedy Mickey 17 is the belated followup… Audio
After the goldrush
Simon Morris looks at life after the glitter of the recent Oscars, in particular three more modest films, all coincidentally connected to earlier hits. Sci-fi comedy Mickey 17 is the belated followup… Audio
Public trust in police rises slightly - survey
Acting Deputy Commissioner Mike Pannett says building and maintaining high trust and confidence within communities is a priority.
Billionaire aiming for NZME's board rejects journalists' concerns
Private equity tycoon Jim Grenon, a New Zealand resident since 2012, bought a 9.3 percent stake in NZME for just over $9 million.
Body of NZ soldier killed in Ukraine finally comes home
Dominic Abelen was killed in August 2022 while fighting in the East of Ukraine.
The Panel with Anna Dean and David Farrar (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Dean and David Farrar. In the second half of the show, they discuss the avalanche of political interest in Greenland and chat to a… Audio
Marine precinct users in Tauranga feel lied to by mayor
Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale has called the sale of marine precinct land a 's... deal', but locals say he is not taking the opportunity to cancel the deal. Audio
The Panel with Anna Dean and David Farrar (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anna Dean and David Farrar. They discuss the Government's plan to scale back the number of rules agencies must follow when tendering… Audio
Hamish Kerr headlines biggest NZ team for World Indoor Champs
New Zealand will send its largest team ever to the World Indoor Athletics Champs, with 12 athletes selected for the event in China later this month.
Captain of ship that collided with oil tanker arrested
United Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about how the captain of the cargo ship that collided with an oil tanker in the North Sea has been arrested, a 26-year-old man will spend… Audio
Evening business for Wednesday 12 March 2025
News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
Moment of Calm: Digging the spuds
For all you active relaxers; a harvest time Moment of Calm. Audio
Junior rugby could be set for a shake up
NZ Rugby is set to implement several changes including fewer players and smaller fields. It's a move that will likely shake up the junior rugby scene. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen. Audio
Super Rugby Pacific team namings: All Blacks back to boost Canes
Plus DMac's back and the Blues ring the changes in the latest squads for round five this weekend.
Bougainville leaders recommend September 2027 for independence
The Bougainville Independence Leaders Consultation Forum has passed key resolutions and recommended 1 September 2027 as the date for Bougainville's independence.
Closing statements given at Dunedin student murder trial
A "David and Goliath" situation - that's how the defence for the 14-year-old accused of murdering a Dunedin student has summed up the case. The teen, who was 13 at the time, is accused of killing… Audio
Cook Strait ferry sailings cancelled due to large swells
Large swells have cancelled Cook Strait sailings on both the Interislander and Bluebridge ferries.
Tauranga marine precinct users say they feel misled by mayor
Marine precinct users in Tauranga say they feel misled by the mayor Mahe Drysdale. In a meeting in October last year, Mr Drysdale told commercial boat users that the sale of the land was a 'shit deal'… Audio
The high school cooking up its own, tasty school lunches
Amid the horror stories of school lunches too hot to handle and inedible School Lunch Collective meals, some schools are going it alone. Dannevirke High School in the lower North... Audio
Education Minister meets with Seymour to discuss school lunches
After first being scheduled to meet last Tuesday for one of their regular catch ups, Education Minister Erica Stanford has finally met with the minister in charge of the revamped school lunch… Audio
High school teacher who groomed two students named
He was sentenced to 10 months of home detention last year.
School Lunch Collective turns to Australia to supply meals
With its main food manufacturer, Libelle, in liquidation, the School Lunch Collective has turned to Australia to ensure it has enough meals - with the packaged goods flying in from across the ditch… Audio
Hospices running short of money as demand grows
Last year, it cost $226 million to run hospice services. Audio
Army officer's medals stolen 7 years ago returned to owner
An army officer's medals stolen from a ute seven years ago, are now on their way back to their owner - thanks to an eagle-eyed op-shopper. Warrant officer Clive Douglas, who is currently serving in… Audio
Tasmania school lunch programme designer speaks on costs
The architect of Tasmania's school lunch programme believes cost should not be the sole focus when it comes to feeding students. 45 of 170 government schools in Tasmania are part of the lunch… Audio
Nicola Willis plans to scrap sweep of procurement rules
Currently, government agencies must follow 71 rules when tendering contracts.
Dannevirke High School providing own school lunch programme
Dannevirke High School in the lower North Island employs its own cooking staff and has its own kitchen to provide healthy and sizeable meals to its 418 students. The school has had its per-head budget… Audio
Desert Road to re-open after two-month closure
State Highway 1 between Tūrangi and Waiouru has been shut since mid-January, forcing a 40-minute detour.
NZ Super Rugby sides to wear Marvel inspired uniforms
New Zealand's Super Rugby sides will be sporting a new look for this weekend's action. The teams will be wearing Marvel superhero inspired uniforms for the upcoming "Super Kids" round. The… Audio
Winston Peters to 'fix' MFAT job listing for tikanga lead
Winston Peters says the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade advertising a job for a 'tikanga lead' is a case of a bad idea getting "dug in deeper than ticks on a hound".
3 women make national digger operator finals for first time
For the first time in its 30 year history, three women have made it into the National Digger Operator finals in Fielding later this week. Past tasks have included slam dunking a basket ball and… Audio
Man charged after alleged indecent assault of high schooler on bus
Police say the student was indecently assaulted on an Auckland bus.
Former Philippines president arrested by international court
Asia correspondent Erin Hale spoke to Lisa Owen about Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte being arrested by the International Criminal Court, a passenger train carrying hundreds of people in… Audio
Government knew for 'weeks' school lunch provider was in financial strife
But David Seymour says they did not know the full extent. Audio
Sightings of Australian Huntsman spider species in Napier
Residents have spotted the species twice in the past few months, and an expert weighs in on if we should be worried. Audio
Govt changing rules to allow vet nurses to do dental procedures
The government is changing the rules to allow vet nurses to do dental procedures on cats and dogs - work that has in the past been the domain of vets. It's hoped the move will reduce wait times and… Audio
Four arrested over Auckland Pride Festival protest
Police say there are further arrests to be made.
The House For Weds 12 March 2025
Fictional fiscal cliffs. The Prime Minister’s much repeated claim that he “saved school lunches” is nonsense, and relies on us not understanding how budgets actually work. Audio
The multi-faceted Carleen Ebbs
Music development manager and London-trained Kiwi soprano Carleen Ebbs is carving out a musical career back home. Audio
'Really productive': Stanford, Seymour meet over school lunches fiasco
Erica Stanford and David Seymour have met to talk about the school lunches programme. The Education Minister and her associate were set for one of their regular meetings last Tuesday...
知名电商面临诉讼，消费者“订阅容易、取消难”的问题成消协工作重点
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The Pre-Panel for Wednesday 12 March
Host of The Panel Wallace Chapman joins Jesse Mulligan in the studio to preview what's coming on tonight's show. Also, producer Sam Hollis discusses the busniess suit: is it in or is it out? Audio
'Devastated' parents told of school lockdown minutes after drop-off
Some parents are angry the school was not closed until after they left their children.
Voice of the Sea Ice: Antarctica's heartbeat
This week, it's the second episode of Voice of the Sea Ice, the Our Changing World miniseries about Antarctic sea ice.
This vast expanse of ice that grows each winter – effectively doubling the… Audio
Teen makes historic tractor-pull win
Ella Martin is the first woman to win the competition in it's almost 40-year history.
Indian community awaits major announcements during Luxon’s India trip
The Indian community in New Zealand is anticipating deepening ties between the two countries as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon takes one of the largest ever delegations to India next week.
Last-minute reprieve for parts of Callaghan Innovation
The government is ramping up its science changes, with major shake-ups now due to happen this year.
Billionaire says concerns over editorial control at NZME a 'side issue'
Private equity tycoon Jim Grenon says editorial content is a "side issue" and journalists should be "optimistic" about the future.
Feature interview: This is your child's brain on the internet
Brain rot is real. It's what happens when our kids are exposed to mindless content on YouTube and other platforms says Melanie Hempe, a screen-time expert, and founder of ScreenStrong. She says… Audio
Luxon struggles under weight of cost-of-living gloom
Analysis: There's a lot of bad news around for a government holding out for a change in economic fortunes to turn the polls.
Aussie PM lashes out at US over tariffs
Australia's prime minister has lashed "entirely unjustified" US tariffs being imposed on Australian steel and aluminium, saying it is a poor way for the United States to treat a friend.
Indian community awaits major announcements during Luxon’s India trip
Christopher Luxon being invited to be the keynote speaker at Raisina Dialogue is a significant moment in India-New Zealand relations, the community believes.
Tax reforms needed to bolster economic growth - IMF report
The government needs to get control of its finances and make broad based tax and regulatory changes, according to the International Monetary Fund.
The six F1 drivers starting a first full season
Formula One will have a bumper crop of rookies this season, with six of the 20 drivers on the grid in Melbourne starting their first full season.
Russia launches attack on Ukraine hour after US-brokered ceasefire, mayor says
Air defence forces engaged in repelling the strikes.
Crown rejects bus hub stabber's self-defence plea
"It's not self defence - it's murder."
David v Goliath: Fiji's amateurs to battle All Whites' professionals
The odds are heavily stacked against the Fijian national men's soccer team when they go up against New Zealand in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Oceania Qualifiers in Wellington.
Bookmarks with Arnya Karaitiana
Aryna is a creative director who weaves indigenous traditions and wellbeing philosophies into her artistic practices. This year, supported by Toi Manahau: The Designers Institute of New Zealand, Arnya… Audio
Easy Eats: Roasted cherry tomato, caper and mozzarella linguine
An easy, mostly hands-off meal from Kelly Gibney that creates minimal dishes and lets us enjoy those flavours of summer a little longer. You can use 1 large ball of fresh mozzarella or opt for the… Audio
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