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Summer encore: Bodies of Water - Don McGlashan
Watch / Listen / Read: New Zealand music icon Don McGlashan (The Mutton Birds, The Front Lawn, Blam Blam Blam) talks about how rivers, lakes, inlets, and seas have shaped him and his career as an artist in this charming Lilburn Lecture. Video, Audio
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The story behind ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’
1 Jan 2026One of the most recognizable lullabies, ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’ has been adapted and performed by parents and professional musicians including Nicki Minaj, DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince, The Supremes and Louis Armstrong.
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Summer encore: The Big Sing Finale
29 Dec 2025One of the highlights of 2025, the Big Sing Finale brought together 24 top secondary school choirs, with nearly 1000 young singers gathering in Dunedin to sing their hearts out. Catch up on the performances here.
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Christmas Day Church Service
25 Dec 2025Celebrate Christmas Day with an ecumenical service of readings, reflections and prayers brought to you by representatives of some of Wellington's central city churches, and carols sung by Porirua choir Pacific Connection. Video, Audio
Programmes
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Afternoons
Jesse Mulligan presents an upbeat mix of the curious and the compelling, ranging from the stories of the day to the great questions of our time.
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Sunday Morning
News, discussion, features and ideas until midday.
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Nights
Tune in to Nights with Emile Donovan every weekday from 8pm to midnight for a delectable buffet of creative ideas, open-minded conversations, music, musings and daily stimulation.
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Spices
Spices on This Way Up with Alison Sandle.
Presenters
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Lisa Owen
Station: National
Programme: Checkpoint
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Sally Round
Station: National
Programme: Country Life
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Perlina Lau
Station: National
Programme: Culture 101
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Duncan Smith
Station: National
Programme: Country Life
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Guyon Espiner
Station: National
Programme: Midday Report
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Peter McIlwaine
Station: National
Programme: All Night Programme
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Māori likely first humans to see Antarctica - study
9 Jun 2021A new study has concluded that Māori were likely the first humans to set eyes on Antartic waters and even the continent itself.
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Student recognised by NZQA as a premier award winner
19 Mar 2024An over achieving Hawkes Bay student, who was named dux 2 years in a row, smashed scholarships in nine subjects and graduated high school at 16, is now studying toward a career in medicine at Otago… Audio
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Marie Ross: why I love the clarinet
24 Sep 2019Marie Ross wanted to play the saxophone when she was eleven, but the youth orchestra didn't need saxophones, so a teacher suggested she played the clarinet instead. And she fell in love. Audio, Gallery
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Peter O'Connor - the arts in healing
25 Dec 2016Catriona speaks with Professor Peter O'Connor, an internationally recognised expert in theatre and drama education who believes the arts can provide people with a way to deal with traumatic and… Audio
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'Renewed emphasis on wealth redistribution' - China expert
Now, "common prosperity" has been the key mission statement from China's ruling communist party and leader Xi Jinping in recent months. He's been putting pressure on China's richest people to better… Audio
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The Logg Cabin: 9 January 2026
9 Jan 2026It's another special Summer Edition of the Logg Cabin this week as Mark dives into infectious rhythms of Latin Music. From classic Nuyorican soul and boogaloo to the central sounds of Salsa and Cumbia… Audio
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On & On: 9 January 2026
9 Jan 2026On this week's show Christopher Tubbs eases into the evening with new northern soul from Ruff Dug, melodic Mediterranean vibes from Azure, turns back the clock with Richie Havens and Herb Alpert and… Audio
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Folk singer Tom Cunliffe performs live
9 Jan 2026Tom Cunliffe is a London-born Zealand-based folk artist. He's just released his fourth and latest album, Spit Out Your Gum. Recorded at Auckland's Roundhead Studios, the album consists of nine tracks… Audio
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Museum Stop: Edwin Fox Maritime Museum
9 Jan 2026Today we're sailing into some maritime history with a stop at the Edwin Fox Museum in Picton. The Edwin Fox is one of the world's oldest surviving merchant sailing ships. The 19th century wooden… Audio
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On the road with Rachel Taulelei
9 Jan 2026Today we hit the road with Rachel Taulelei, who has been awarded a New Year Honour in 2026 for her services to business, Maori and governance. Rachel's selections: Stevie Wonder - As Luther Vandross -… Audio
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Morning Report Essentials for Friday 9 January
South Marlborough is in a restricted fire season, meaning permits are required, and Canterbury has cancelled fire permits for the weekend. Heat alerts have been issued for Whakatane, Napier, Hastings… Audio
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What makes a good leader in 2026?
9 Jan 2026Kris Cooper has over thirty years' experience in planning, human resource management, marketing, training and consultancy roles. She is the author of Elegant Leadership: A Practical Guide (November… Audio
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Paekakariki Surf Club hosts lifesaving championships
9 Jan 2026The central North Island regional surf lifesaving championships are currently taking place on the Kapiti Coast, hosted by the Paekakariki Surf Lifesaving club. Matt Warren has been a volunteer with… Audio
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US correspondent Simon Marks
9 Jan 2026US correspondent Simon Marks joins Anna to discuss the latest. Audio
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Gary McCormick and Helen Clark pay tribute to Tim Shadbolt
9 Jan 2026Former mayor and activist Sir Tim Shadbolt died yesterday aged 78. A colourful man, with a big voice and even bigger smile has been a huge figure in local body politics for decades. Life-long friend… Audio
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Kiwi busking mum and daughter become TikTok hit
9 Jan 2026A Hamilton Mum and her 8 year old daughter have found unexpected social media fame while taking a special road trip this summer. Jessie Matthews and Ally spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
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Queenstown targets ultra-wealthy tourists with luxury stays
9 Jan 2026Queenstown's tourism offering is shifting upmarket with new ultra-luxury experiences targeting high-spending travellers. Katie Todd reports. Audio
Today’s Schedule
12:00 AM. All Night Programme
A selection of the best RNZ National interviews and features.
6:00 AM. Country Life
Memorable scenes, people and places in rural New Zealand (RNZ)
7:00 AM. The Best of Saturday Morning
9:00 AM. Summer Weekends
With Emile Donovan and Bonnie Harrison
12:10 PM. The Best of Māpuna with Julian Wilcox
Julian talks to Māori throughout Aotearoa, from sports legends to business leaders, to artists and community advocates.
1:06 PM. The Best of Music 101
The best songs, music-related stories, interviews, live music, industry news and music documentaries from New Zealand and the world
3:06 PM. Not for Broadcast
Nick Bollinger tells the story of New Zealand's censored songs.
3:30 PM. Essential NZ Albums
The Warratahs The Only Game in Town
4:06 PM. Best of the Mixtape
5:06 PM. The Logg Cabin
6:06 PM. Nashville Babylon
Mark Rogers offers the very best in Americana, alt country, folk, soul and blues music (RNZ)
8:06 PM. Saturday Night with Todd Zaner
An evening of requests, nostalgia and musical memories (RNZ)
