The Briefing
New Zealand
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'Throw away the red tape', flooding victim urges govt
23 Apr 2024An inquiry into the response to last year's catastrophic storms shows the government must move quickly to save lives and prevent further devastation, those affected say. Audio
'We've got to get bigger' - huge NZ Post processing centre opens
Terrance Kiro sentenced for the manslaughter of Kaikohe grandmother Linda Woods
Politics
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Former gang member fronts select committee to oppose new laws
While police are "broadly in favour", the government's proposed anti-gang laws are facing pushback from lawyers, rights groups and former gang members.
Selwyn residents fighting for homes after being told they need to leave them by 2039
Ministry of Social Development accepts 200 voluntary redundancies - PSA
Sport
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NRL: A different kind of Anzac Day fixture for the Warriors
23 Apr 2024Warriors announce squad for Titans clash while Tohu Harris admits that it will feel a bit strange not playing the Melbourne Storm.
Trampolinist Dylan Schmidt named for third Olympics
Large Defence Force turnout for Warriors' Anzac Day match
Business
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Port of Auckland plans to sell two wharf sites to council
23 Apr 2024It also wants seek fast-track approval for two projects. Audio
TVNZ still has money for IT upgrade, despite news cutbacks
Roadworks, construction have Tauranga businesses fighting for survival
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Featured stories
Private Equity: Memoir explores dark side of wealth
At the age of 29, New Yorker Carrie Sun bagged a top job at a top Wall Street hedge fund. But as the demands of the job took a toll on her physical and mental health, Sun began to question everything she had worked for. Audio
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Dealing with trauma through poetry
Abdul Samad Haidari became a refugee at the age of 10. Poetry has been a way for him to cope with the trauma and to turn it into empowerment. His second book of poetry was launched recently at Unity Books in Pōneke Wellington. Audio
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Whakataukī of the week with Dr Hirini Kaa
Anglican Priest and manukura Dr Hirini Kaa shared his favourite whakataukī, all about celebrating children finding their way. Audio
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30 years on, Dandy Warhols still out to 'blow our own minds'
Lacking technical skills in the beginning, the band had to experiment and get creative. That's stood them in good stead, the Portland, Oregon band's frontman says. Audio
In Case You Missed It
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Kiwi Indians celebrate harvest and new year festivals
23 Apr 2024Diverse communities nationwide mark Sikh Baisakhi, Telugu Ugadi and Malayali Vishu.
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First changes to Resource Management Act revealed
23 Apr 2024Farming, mining and other industrial regulations are being scrapped and altered in a reformed RMA.
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What to do, and not do, at an Anzac Day Dawn Service
23 Apr 2024Not sure what to do at the Dawn Service? We answer all the questions you were too embarrassed to ask.
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'Significant shortcomings' in NZ's emergency management system - inquiry
23 Apr 2024The country is not ready to respond to large-scale disasters, a major report into last year's catastrophic storms says.
RNZ Music
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REVIEW: Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter
LISTEN: Beyoncé's glorious new Cowboy Carter album may well be this year's most startling release. William Dart checks out Queen Bey's take on country music that has already caused tremors in more conservative Nashville circles. Audio
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Cushioning the culture shock
The Migrant Heritage Trust,helps bridge the cultural gap for Indian diaspora living here by promoting Indian arts. They recently invited acclaimed classical musician Pandit Anand Bhate who toured the country. Audio
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Spice Girls reunite at Posh's 50th birthday
On Saturday night, Posh, Scary, Baby, Ginger and Sporty Spice came together to celebrate Victoria Beckham's 50th birthday in London.
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Illmatic - one of the greatest hip hop albums ever recorded.
30 years after the debut album by New York rapper Nas, Kiwis pay tribute to a rap classic. Audio
In Depth
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How the coalition plans to replace the Māori Health Authority
The coalition government got rid of the Māori Health Authority in a hurry. What is it doing now instead?
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Minister accused of ‘gaslighting’ over Fast Track Bill
Cabinet Minister Chris Bishop suggested members of the public could submit projects of their own for consideration under the bill.
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What made PM Luxon go cold on Dave Letele
Community leader Dave Letele considered Christopher Luxon a friend - until the PM reacted badly to an open letter he signed decrying racism.
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Pay cuts for netballers likely after Sky TV's 'low-ball' deal
Millions of dollars have been cut from netball's broadcast deal amidst efforts to join Australian league.
What You Need to Know
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Where public sector job cuts are coming from so far
Smaller agencies are making deepest cuts as they look to save costs, RNZ data shows.
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What new research about the pandemic shows
And how New Zealand's experience with Covid-19 was very different to most of the world.
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Explainer: Why do we commemorate Anzac Day?
On April 25 each year, New Zealanders at home and around the world mark Anzac Day. Do you know why?
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Proposed anti-gang laws: What you need to know
We've been hearing a lot about anti-gang measures, with new legislation going through Parliament. RNZ is here to explain what it's all about.
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Comment & Analysis
Why automated systems must put the human factor first
Opinion - The incident of a woman misidentified by facial recognition technology at a Rotorua supermarket should have come as no surprise, Mark Rickerby writes.
Luxon meets KPIs on Southeast Asia mission
Power Play - Asked for his own assessment of the visit, the prime minister said he was returning home "excited and energised".
What moved the housing market this week
Analysis - Increasing stock levels are giving buyers more choice, with first-home buyers and owner occupiers the most active groups. Audio
Are rugby stadiums really worth it?
Opinion - Large stadiums are sold as an economic boon, but the reality is they tend to require significant investment, Robert Hamlin writes.