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Wellington City Council to hold urgent private meeting
The meeting comes after the government threatened to intervene in the council's "shambles".
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Inflation hits lowest level in 3.5 years
Economists expect the Reserve Bank to continue slashing rates, with another 50 basis point cut expected next month.
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Police apologise to Alan Hall for wrongful conviction
14 minutes agoPolice have met with Alan Hall, who spent 19 years in prison after being wrongly convicted of murder, and apologised.
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'It's perfectly walkable' - Aucklanders ignoring warning to stay off damaged tracks
39 minutes agoLocals are ignoring warnings, shoving aside barriers to keep them out at Auckland Domain. Audio
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Homicide investigation launched after man's death, arrests made
10:01 am todayThe man was found unconscious at a Te Awamutu address, but later died.
Hospital's WhatsApp directive: 'Talking in the local dialect is not allowed'
Seal on the track stops trains in Wellington
Politics
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Can the govt step in to take control over Wellington City Council?
9:36 am todayExplainer - The government says it's prepared to intervene if needed, but what is allowed under law, and how bad is it?
Parliament's watchdog against bullying - 'I hope it's having some impact'
MPs united on divorce law change
Sport
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Pace expected to be a factor in NZ-India series opener
27 minutes agoNew Zealand's new test captain Tom Latham expects pace bowlers to play a crucial role in the opening match of the India series.
Thomas Tuchel signs contract to become new England manager, British media report
West Indies upset England to set up semi-final with White Ferns
Business
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Eatery's outdoor dining fees hiked 1600 percent
15 Oct 2024After years keeping costs flat in the wake of Covid, Queenstown's council has changed what it charges bars and restaurants to use public space for al fresco dining. Audio
Government hints at capping bank card surcharges
Buying a house: How much less than asking price should you offer?
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Featured stories
Sticky situation: Where are all the stick insects?
One of the country's top bug experts fears her favourite insect is running out of places to live. Audio
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What's it like to travel the world with kids?
Ella Ewens' family of four is travelling the world for a year to make some family memories and learn a lot too. Video, Audio
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What is the new boss of The Office Australia like?
Felicity Ward, who plays the character, describes her as "a baby goat on ice". Video, Audio
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Sir Cliff Richard announces four NZ gigs
The 84-year-old singer is returning to Aotearoa after an 11-year absence.
In Case You Missed It
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Uncertainty over Manawanui salvage plans as Samoa prepares to welcome King Charles
15 Oct 2024The Samoan PM says there are no talks of the vessel being salvaged this week, ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting next Monday.
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Can you help find the owners of this 'priceless' wedding photo?
15 Oct 2024A Northland woman has been trying to find the owners of this photo for eight years, and now she's putting out a last-ditch appeal.
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All Whites beat Tahiti and Malaysia: What we learned
15 Oct 2024Analysis -The All Whites deserve a pat on the back for what has been achieved in the latest international window, Mathew Nash writes.
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'Disgusting': Hospital's staff told to only speak English
15 Oct 2024A memo sent to all nursing staff in Waikato was clearly aimed at Indian, Filipino and Pasifika nurses, a doctor says, while nurses say it "reeks of systemic…
RNZ Music
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Beefing up the recorder sound
7 minutes agoRecorder soloist and ensemble director Simon Borutzki talks about the difference a bit of bass makes.
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New Horizons: Nick Cave's Wild God
Can it be true that Nick Cave has emerged from the darkest of shadows to spread unabated joyousness on his new album, Wild God? William Dart checks out the press releases. Audio
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Hymns on Sunday, 13 October 2024
An atmospheric recording of Psalm 23 this week, along with some hymns given 'the Vaughan Williams touch'. The English composer (born on 12 October 1872 in the village of Down Ampney) was music editor of the 1906 English Hymnal, and particularly remembered for his use of folk tunes. Audio
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Inside Out: The best live jazz of all time
There's something about live recordings - they have an energy and excitement that can't be found anywhere else. This week on Inside Out, Nick Tipping selects two hours' worth of the best live recordings in jazz history - from Benny Goodman's Carnegie Hall concert, to Bill Evans' Sunday at the Village Vanguard. Audio
In Depth
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NZ's hardline anti-nuclear policy 'is a mistake' - ex-Trump adviser
An adviser to three US Presidents, John Bolton, says he worries New Zealand could be "spun off on its own" in an increasingly dangerous world. Audio
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Why do so many Americans want another Trump presidency?
There's "something cathartic" about Donald Trump for millions of Americans who feel disrespected or left behind by changed cultural norms, a best-selling author…
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'Most benefits' of tobacco tax cuts go to tobacco giant
Despite a long list of problems identified by officials, Casey Costello claimed she had got her own "independent" advice.
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Cycling NZ ordered to pay Olympian legal costs
Mountain bike star Sammie Maxwell won her Olympic selection case - now she's been awarded legal costs over the "exceptional" circumstances.
What You Need to Know
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Can the govt step in to take control over Wellington City Council?
about 2 hours agoExplainer - The government says it's prepared to intervene if needed, but what is allowed under law, and how bad is it?
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The rise of remote work: What you need to know
The number of people working mostly from home is up 60 percent on 2018 according to the latest census.
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What is hurricane season and why is it so dangerous?
Milton is the latest hurricane to strike Florida, coming just weeks after deadly Helene. But why now? Here's what you need to know.
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What is the 'Electoral College' and why will it decide the US election?
Explainer - You're probably hearing an awful lot about the Electoral College. But what is it? RNZ is here with a handy guide.
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Comment & Analysis
Three simple graphs that explain NZ's economic crisis
Analysis - The Reserve Bank may not have much effect on inflation, but it can certainly affect the structure of the economy, Geoff Bertram says.
Peters' $100b infrastructure fund is the right idea. Politics-as-usual is the problem
Analysis - Success will hinge on getting the details right and, more importantly, getting the politics out of infrastructure planning.
Do people trust AI on financial decisions? It depends on who they are
Analysis - Placing your financial trust in AI relies on an understanding of how the technology works.
Two decades after decriminalisation, NZ's sex workers still need protection
Analysis - While sex workers now have workplace rights, stigma remains an issue.