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An obsession with hand washing might seem like a boon in the middle of a global pandemic, but the reality of living with OCD right now is a very difficult experience. Audio

Nick features new albums from Auckland pianist Kevin Field and the Wellington-based Rodger Fox Big Band. Both albums were recorded in New York, at the Kiwi-owned Bunker Studios. Audio

Farmers in most parts of the country are longing for rain forecast for this weekend. RSE workers have finished long seasons in New Zealand but many can't get home to the Pacific because of Covid-19… Audio

Nick Tipping celebrates the life and music of pianist, composer, teacher, and broadcaster Phil Broadhurst. Audio

The wonderful produce for sale in New Zealand supermarkets during lockdown is a tribute to our food and produce sector, says food scientist Richard Mithen. He's the chief of the High-Value Nutrition… Video, Audio

Today Dame Ngaio Marsh "Queen of Crime" turns 125. Here are 10 fascinating facts about the New Zealand crime writer, artist and theatre director who had a close association with New Zealand composer… Video

The RNZ Music team have been re-creating our favourite album covers, and we asked you get involved! Here’s 12 of our favourites.

It’s the question you didn’t ask, which Epidemic Committee member has the best Zoom background?

How are parents and children in blended families coping with the lockdown? Plus, the government faces tough questions on its support of GPs, pharmacies and the aged care sector. Audio

Internationally renowned tenor Simon O'Neill is making the most of his time in lockdown. Video

​The Kiwi co-founder of a successful digital publishing business in the US says the chaos of our media’s current crisis obscures an opportunity to break their dependence on dwindling volumes of ads… Audio

For three weeks the Epidemic Response Committee has been grilling Ministers and Officials on their response to Covid-19 but how much power do they actually have? Audio

The number of official complaints about the government's wage subsidy scheme have skyrocketed, with 800 laid in the space of just nine days.

The Labour Inspectorate says nine involve fraud, a number… Audio

Lifeline says calls have gone up by a quarter since the lockdown, from the usual number of 10,000 a month, with callers citing anxiety around money, accommodation and relationship pressures. Many… Audio

The government has announced more support for small and medium sized business but does it go far enough? Plus we ask about the plight of drug users under lockdown.  Audio

When the Brits arrived, they refused to follow local iwi law, instead bringing their own dispute-resolution system from home. Robbie looks at New Zealand's court systems and your options therein. Video, Audio

Black Americans made some of the most earth-shaking sounds of the 20th century, inventing jazz and the blues which continue to influence new music. They also produced one of the most profound bodies… Audio

There are so many great listening, and viewing, experiences on offer from RNZ Concert this weekend we made a list to  help you plan your time!

The RNZ Music team present their favourite music books for your isolation reading pleasure!

Parenting coach and educator Joseph Driessen shares five tips for running a harmonious household under lockdown. He says the key is getting the family to work as a team, and for parents, that might… Audio

Kirsten Johnstone takes a look at some great podcast options for the younger members of your family.  Audio

RNZ music journalist Yadana Saw has some music apps and activities to keep all ages amused, as well as artists, DJs and music fans who are finding inventive ways to keep their spirits high. Audio