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RNZ Pacific News at 11am for 5 February 2026
34 minutes agoThe latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
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Around the motu: David Williams
about 1 hour agoDavid looks forward to the 15th anniversary of the Christchurch earthquake later this month. He also discusses the ongoing stink issues from the fire damaged Bromley wastewater plant, the call from… Audio
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Book review: Three of the best from 2025
about 1 hour agoPaul Diamond reviews three of his favourite books from last year: Garrison World by Charlotte Macdonald, published by Bridget Williams Books, Mr Ward's Map by Elizabeth Cox, published by Massey… Audio
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The sinking history of Earth’s saltiest lake
10:05 am todayDespite the lack of life in The Dead Sea, its shores have been home to civilisations for centuries, and today it is known as a popular health and tourism destination. Leeds University Professor of… Audio
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RNZ Pacific News at 10am for 5 February 2026
10:00 am todayThe latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 5 February
10:00 am todayWellington beaches are a no-go zone after a water treatment plant outage sent raw wastewater into the sea off the southern coast. This morning, we spoke with Wellington Mayor Andrew Little about the… Audio
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UK: Fallout from Mandelson ties to Epstein continue
9:45 am todayUK correspondent Dan Bloom on the latest on former UK ambassador to the US 's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Audio
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New Zealand's leading chamber music festival
9:35 am todayA swathe of international and local talent are playing Nelson's Adam Chamber Music Festival, including tenor Colin Ainsworth. Audio
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Concerns over the future of the scientific glass blowing
9:20 am todayNew Zealand's scientific glassblowing industry at risk of disappearing for good, fears one Dunedin-based glass blowing business owner. Audio
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Is stagnating science funding leaving NZ more exposed to hazards?
9:05 am todayThe scientists' association says reform of science funding has stagnated, and leaves the country exposed to worsening hazards. Audio
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RNZ Pacific News at 9am for 5 February 2026
9:00 am todayThe latest RNZ Pacific news and sport. Audio
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Chappell Roan amongst artist hot to go at Laneway in Auckland
8:53 am todayThat's the sound of Chappell Roan, one of 25 international and local artists set to perform today at the Laneway festival, held at Auckland's Western Springs stadium. David Benge, managing director of… Audio
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Strong message to get out and vote at Waitangi celebrations
8:47 am todayTe Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po has been welcomed to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds. At the powhiri the Kiingitanga pledged that the proceeds from the annual Turangawaewae Regatta in March will go… Audio
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Winter Olympics get underway this weekend
8:43 am todayThe 25th Winter Olympics kicks off this weekend in Italy where 17 kiwis are competing in events like alpine and freestyle skiing and snowboarding. Director of Commercial for the New Zealand Olympic… Audio
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Calls for school uniform costs to be kept in check
8:38 am todayAn Auckland grandmother looking after two of her mokopuna says it is an everyday struggle to pay for food, let alone the costs at the start of a school year. Amy Williams has the story. Audio
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Morning sports chat
8:35 am todayAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Latest market update
8:33 am todayThe latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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New data shows property flickers are back
8:23 am todayNew data shows Property flippers are back and are active in the market at a level not seen since before the GFC. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
