Stories by Alexander Robertson
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An award fit for a Queen
Tabby Besley is honoured by the Queen for her work with queer and trans* young people.
Signing on for the beat
As a kid, Luke Ronaki never imagined he'd join the police force. Now he's on the beat and armed with a valuable tool.
Should NZ join the fight?
Views on whether or not New Zealand should join the fight against Islamic State.
On the other side
We find out what life is like for 20-somethings living in Wainuiomata.
What would you change?
No one claims the world is perfect. If you could change one thing in the world, what would it be?
How to get out the vote?
Not knowing, not understanding and not caring are some of the reasons people opt not to vote. Is it possible to change the trend?
Mass surveillance
Is mass surveillance a violation of privacy or does it help keeps us safe? Views on the claims from Glenn Greenwald and Edward Snowden.
Haves and have-nots
We take to the streets of Christchurch to ask if there's inequality in New Zealand.
Why Vote: Christchurch
We ask people on the streets of Christchurch central if they're planning to vote - and what matters to them.
Spicing up the election campaign
Will alleged dodgy dealings and dirty politics influence your vote?
Vox Pop: A stream of opinions
The quality of New Zealand's rivers is shaping to be an election issue – what do you think?
Rugby in the blood
Tom Taylor was brought up with a rugby ball in hand. However, not having any brothers to practice with, his father would get dragged down to the park.
Leading the way
Thomas Loftus hopes his determination will take him to the Special Olympics in Los Angeles next year.
A helping hand
Jake Carlson used to call the ambulance service for help when his mother was suffering with cancer. Now he volunteers alongside the same people who helped his mum.
Who's your team?
Half a world away from Brazil, hundreds of football fans gathered to revel in World Cup glory. Here's what some of them had to say.
Are you voting?
The Wireless asks Wellingtonians if they're planning to vote in this year's election.
New way, new life
Three refugees share stories of how their lives have been changed by moving to New Zealand.
#bringbackourgirls rally
Rallies have been held across New Zealand in a show of solidarity for the 200 schoolgirls kidnapped by an Islamist militant group in Nigeria last month.
The Quiet Volume: Written and whispered words
Exposing the “strange magic” in the experience of silent reading.
Photo essay: Playing in numbers
Clubs activities outside of work or school are a good way to get to know people you wouldn't meet otherwise.
The Quiet Volume: Whispered words
The Quiet Volume aims to expose the “strange magic” in the experience of silent reading.
More than the groove
The Wireless talks to vinyl junkie Jeremy Taylor about his love of records.