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'Clearly doesn't understand' - RFK Jr pushing harmful rhetoric, says autism community
The US Health and Human Services secretary has previously said autism is "preventable" and part of a "chronic disease epidemic" that "destroys" children and families.
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Should you ditch your phone case?
about 1 hour agoPhone cases are a multi-billion dollar industry - but some are ditching the safety of silicone in favour of a caseless lifestyle. Audio
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How a Christian radio broadcaster has become NZ media's quiet success
The country's main Christian broadcaster is revamping and expanding its output, even as its target market shrinks and pleasing a broad church is tough in times of polarisation.
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One of New Zealand's most famous artist's boltholes is up for sale
28 minutes agoThe property was owned for more than 20 years by one of the country's most influential contemporary painters, Lyttelton artist Bill Hammond, who died in 2021.
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Northland's oldest movie star turns 106
12:37 pm todayIsey Cross, of Kawakawa, celebrated her 106th birthday on Saturday night with a party at Bay of Islands Yacht Club in Waitangi.
Man dies after assault in Auckland's St Johns overnight
'Wall Street-style fit-out on the ratepayer tab': Taxpayers' Union criticises Tauranga City Council's new office
Politics
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Climate change no longer top threat for defence force
9:06 am todayThe governments blueprint of how it will invest $12 billion over the next four years into the New Zealand Defence Force mentions climate change twice.
Labour's Chris Hipkins stands by initial Covid response, but admits mistakes were made
The watchdog that listens: Peter Boshier reflects on nine years as Ombudsman
Sport
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Super Rugby Pacific round 10 talking points
2:15 pm todayIt was a Good Friday for the Crusaders, but it wasn't enough to stop the Chiefs reclaiming top spot. Video
NRL: What we learned from NZ Warriors' nailbiting win over Brisbane Broncos
America's Cup: Alinghi Red Bull Racing won't race in 2027
Business
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Should stores close on Easter Sunday?
1:40 pm todayRetail NZ chief executive Carolyn Young said it was time the legislation changed.
Are surcharges a double-dip? - Ask Susan
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'Why struggle?' - the Tanzanian-born writer who can't stop writing about his childhood home
Abdulrazak Gurnah - a Nobel laureate who moved to the UK at 18 - continues to explore the immigrant experience in his new novel Theft.
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Why do some people live to 100?
Centenarians have strong genes on their side, but we can have "a very good shot” at reaching 93 with a healthy lifestyle and the right attitude, says longevity researcher Tom Perls.
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Writing new lines for the shadowy women of Shakespeare
Thirty of the Bard's "underwritten" female characters speak their mind in a new book of speeches by English actress Harriet Walter.
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What should you say to your kids about the Easter Bunny?
The Easter Bunny and its mates Santa and the Tooth Fairy promote the value of generosity through a vehicle of lies, writes Serena Solomon.
In Case You Missed It
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Why do some people live to 100?
19 Apr 2025Centenarians have strong genes on their side, but we can have "a very good shot" at reaching 93 with a healthy lifestyle and the right attitude, says longevity…
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Writing new lines for the shadowy women of Shakespeare
19 Apr 2025After decades of performing in Shakespeare plays without much to say, English actress Harriet Walter has a book of speeches for 30 of Shakespeare's…
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'We don't want him in town' - Palmerston North mayor on Lundy release
19 Apr 2025Mark Lundy is expected to be released on parole from prison in May.
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'Why struggle?' - the Tanzanian-born writer who can't stop writing about his childhood home
19 Apr 2025Abdulrazak Gurnah - a Nobel laureate who moved to the UK at 18 - continues to explore the immigrant experience in his new novel Theft.
RNZ Music
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2025 Easter Church Service from St Mary of the Angels, Wellington
We celebrate this central event in the Christian calendar with an Easter Sunday Eucharist Mass from St Mary of the Angels Church in Wellington. The celebrant is Fr Kevin Mowbray SM, William McElwee is Music Director, and the organist is David Trott. Audio
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Hymns on Sunday, 20 April 2025
Celebrate Easter Sunday with hymns including Jesus Christ is risen today, New Zealand Easter hymn Christ is alive, and the 21st century classic In Christ Alone. Audio
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Good Friday Hymns, 18 April 2025
A selection of Good Friday hymns to mark this important date in the Christian calendar, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus. Audio
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Reuben Brown's busy year.
Bryan Crump catches up with the 2025 New Zealand Assistant Conductor-in-Residence, Reuben Brown, who's in Queenstown taking part in the Whakatipu Music Festival. Audio
In Depth
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Quarrying company denied appeal to mine under protected bush
The land was protected by a covenant when J Swap bought it, but it wants to mine there anyway.
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Baby formula industry battles against online advertising ban
The industry body representing the companies even met with NZ diplomats in Geneva to raise its concerns about marketing restrictions.
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Abuse survivor: Why 'By Māori For Māori ' isn't always the answer
Eugene Ryder's point is controversial but simple - the right person for the job isn't always the one who shares your whakapapa.
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Government considers u-turn on baby formula rules after industry shift
The formula companies wanted the government to opt out of tougher regulation, but now they want back in. Audio
What You Need to Know
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What you need to know as Cyclone Tam brings heavy wind and rain
As Cyclone Tam continues to pummel the upper North Island tens of thousands of homes and businesses are without power.
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Putting the new Defence Capability Plan in context
Explainer - $12 billion sounds like a lot to spend on the military. But is it, really? Audio
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Deadline for comments on copper access: What you need to know
The Commerce Commission is calling for views on its recommendation that would see the copper network switched off sooner
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Aluminium, jeans, and whisky? What tariffs mean for New Zealand
Explainer - We've heard a lot about tariffs recently. But how do they work, and where does NZ fit in?
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Comment & Analysis
The real strategy behind Russia's sudden Easter truce announcement
Analysis - Putin's ceasefire is a logistical nightmare, and will likely be used to support the false notion Kyiv does not want his war to stop, writes CNN's…
NZ's over-reliance on roads for freight means natural disasters hit even harder. But there is a fix
Analysis - New Zealand's long coastlines could help.
Trump's retribution sends a chilling message to dissenters
Analysis - Donald Trump's White House has a threatening message for anyone who might even be perceived to disagree with the president.
Aussie larrikins Babe Rainbow make silly songs with substance on their sixth surf-rock opus
Tony Stamp checks out the latest release from Babe Rainbow, the reissue of Unrest's final album and DJ Koze's kaleidoscopic new LP.