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'Someone's going to get killed': Dirt bike rider leaves woman seriously injured
The kindergarten teacher said it was not until after her accident that she realised how big of an issue dirt bikes were. Audio
Paying tribute to Sir Michael Hill
Sir Michael Hill was of course very well known for his jewellery firm, but he also leaves a legacy through his commitment to classical music. In 2001 his lifelong love of violin music led him to found… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 29th July 2025
In today's episode, thousands of homes have been without power across Northland as what has been described as an 'atmospheric funnel', hits Aotearoa; Rain is falling steadily at the top of the South… Audio
The community garden that's absolutely thriving
Afternoons listener Wilby LeHeux got in touch to let us know about a cool little project he's involved with in Christchurch. Te Waerenga Whakatō Puāwai is going from strength to strength. He explains… Audio
Don McGlashan on his debut live album
It feels like 2025 has been the year of Don McGlashan. He performed an hour long session, right here on the show, to celebrate NZ Live's 20th Birthday Played a mini tour - including a show with the… Audio
How to eat well on the cheap when you're a student
"You're going to be learning some of the hardest things you might have learnt," says student Renata Herrera Rojas.
Vegan version of the goat cheese classic wins top award
The Vegan Society Vegan Cheese Awards is in its fifth year and attracted more than 80 entries across 12 categories.
Wet and windy weather for Auckland and top of the South
It's a wet and windy day across the motu, with Auckland, Tasman and the West Coast all under orange heavy rain warnings. Reporters Finn Blackwell and Samantha Gee spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Heavy rain hits Auckland and top of the South
Heavy rain is hitting Auckland, and the top of the South is copping it again, with an orange heavy rain warning in place for Nelson-Tasman. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane. Audio
Sports with Jamie Wall
RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to debrief the week that was in sport. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 28th July 2025
In today's episode, a school bus driver and a child are in hospital after the bus hit black ice and skidded into a line of trees in Hawke's Bay on Monday morning; A constitutional lawyer says the… Audio
Making garments in NZ getting harder
For the fashion industry of Aotearoa simply making a garment is getting harder. Fashion writer Emma Gleeson spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
First version of list of overseas made building products available in NZ released
The first version of a document listing all international building products now available in New Zealand has been released as the first step in the government's plans to turbo charge the construction… Audio
Electoral law changes 'serious breach of rights': Lawyer
A constitutional lawyer says the electoral law changes planned by the government are a serious breach of New Zealanders rights. Constitutional lawyer Graeme Edgeler spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
NZ's biggest milk tanker fan gets a very special send-off
Andrew Oliver defied the odds, living with Fryns-Aftimos syndrome to the age of 41. He loved farming, tankers, fire engines and his daily routine.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 28 July 2025
In today's episode, Attorney-General Judith Collins says the government's proposed electoral law changes clash with constitutional rights; Thousands of overseas-made building products have been… Audio
Locals concerned about state of Ohau channel diversion wall
There is growing discontent in Rotorua about the state of the Ohau channel diversion wall which is meant to protect the pristine waters of Lake Rotoiti. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports. Audio
Fabric, zips, buttons are harder to get - what will designers do?
"Finding the people and processes we need locally is getting more difficult."
Hi Viz Manaaki: The story of our Maori Wardens
Maori Wardens have a long and proud history in Aotearoa providing advice, support and aroha to the communities they don't just serve - but help to build. Audio
