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You're the Judge!
We've got a new segment called 'You're the Judge' where we present an issue that's been sent in by one of our listeners, and you, our audience, decide what the right course of action is. So far you… Audio
Debut novel draws inspiration from a Kiwi colonial adventuress
Vanessa Croft's compelling debut novel draws inspiration from a little-known Kiwi colonial adventuress. Audio
Taxis refusing short distance rides from airport
Some people in suburbs close to Wellington Airport have reported being refused rides from taxis at the airport due to the short distance of the trips. Audio
Alex Gilbert's story: On the hunt for his birth family
Alex Gilbert was adopted by a New Zealand couple in 1994 from the Arkhangelsk orphanage in Russia. In 2013 he travelled to Russia to meet his birth parents for the first time, after using social media… Audio
The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Ed Amon Part 2
In part two, Winston peetrs will reveal to the world at the UN if New Zealand will formally recognise Palestine. Why the stringing out of the decision? Is it all political theatre? And what impact… Audio
Bay of Plenty bus fares hiked for first time in seven years
Urban fares will increase for all services across the region except for long-distance routes.
Denmark says 'professional actor' behind drone flights over airports
Police said drones flew over several airports across the country and caused one of them to close for hours.
Heading Off: Vietnam and Morocco
Today for Heading Off, Stephen Hassan shared some tales from his father & daughter trip to Vietnam and Morocco. Audio
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: Auckland's Morrisons Funeral's have 700 unclaimed ashes and time is running out… Audio
The Panel with Jo McCarroll and Tim Batt Part 2
In part two, a building insurance expert says the government's plans for changing liability risk leaving homeowners out in the cold. Then, are you being asked to perform non-promotable tasks at work… Audio
The Panel with Jo McCarroll and Tim Batt Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Jo McCarroll and Tim Batt. First up, the government has confirmed it is going ahead with changes to the Holiday Act. How might that… Audio
Job seekers shocked by Trump's $170,000 visa fee
A new US$100k H-1B visa fee has shocked global workers, but one industry expert says New Zealanders are already finding other routes. Audio
Expert Feature: Travel
Every monday we give you the chance to put your questions to an expert in their field. Today we are joined by Jessica Lockhart. Jessica is the Lonely Planet Travel guides Destination Editor for… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 19 September 2025
In today's episode, in a blow for the Government, the economy has had a much larger slump than expected which the Finance Minister's blaming in part on Donald Trump's trade tariffs, negotiations… Audio
Airline launches 29-hour 'direct flight' - but it stops in Auckland
China Eastern is selling tickets for a new route, in what it touts as the "world's longest direct flight."
Domestic jets return to Hamilton for first time in 25 years
An Air New Zealand jet from Christchurch will touch down in Hamilton on Thursday afternoon and will then fly five times a week.
New domestic flights taking off from Hamilton
Domestic jets make a reappearance at Hamilton airport - Libby Kirkby McLeod has the story Audio
NZ's first female to co-skipper through the Northwest Passage
The trip planning began way back in 2019, co-skipper Veronica Lysaght says. Audio
NZ woman makes Northwest Passage sailing history
For the first time ever, a New Zealand woman has successfully co-skippered a yacht through the Northwest Passage. Veronica Lysaght spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Calling Home: Hayley MacDonald from Bergen, Norway
Neurological researcher Dr Hayley MacDonald works at the University of Bergen where she researches impulse control in people with neurological disorders. Audio
