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The medicinal cannabis sector is welcoming the relaxation of rules surrounding the manufacture and exporting of their products. MedSafe, which regulates medicines and medical devices, says the new… Audio

Two years ago, bookworms across the Auckland region rejoiced as Auckland Libraries stopped issuing fines for late returns. Since then, more than a million items have been returned after their due… Audio

The head of Wairarapa Hospital's Emergency Department Dr Norman Gray says it wasnt a hard decision to walk off the job. He says there's years of pent up frustration and concerns people are dying… Video, Audio

Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Janet Wilson and Anton Matthews discuss the Act Party's new 'productivity lens' policy and a potential solution to the housing crisis - taxing empty homes… Audio

Whakamāori brings Google Translate to life. Host Kimo Houltham and the team of panelists translate a movie scene and even a viral recipe from English to te reo Māori, let the fun and learning begin! Video, Audio

When a young woman, Mihi, vanishes, three estranged cousins reunite to solve the mystery of her disappearance. Made with the support of Te Māngai Pāho. Audio

The Tongan, Samoan and Fijian rugby teams have made huge strides on the world stage. What can we expect from them this World Cup? Audio

Today on The Panel Wallace and panellists Moata Tamaira and Mark Knoff-Thomas discuss the major parties launching their campaigns at the weekend, and free dental health for under 30s. Audio

As a physical trainer in the Royal New Zealand Navy, athleticism was a huge part of Jack Church's life. Now two years and one heart transplant later, he's taking part in the Invictus Games in Germany.

Improved dental care looks to be shaping up to be an election issue, with Labour and the Greens now both having released their dental policies.

Labour announced at the weekend it would look to… Audio

Craig and Tim break down the campaign launches of the big parties over the weekend, with National opting not to include any new policies while Labour unveiled its plan to provide free dental care for… Audio

An Auckland dentist says the Labour Party's free dental care for under 30s is a good start but doesn't go far enough.

At the party's campaign launch on Saturday, leader Chris Hipkins announced, if… Audio

The Labour Party is promising to extend free dental care to all those under 30 by 2026 if re-elected.

It would cover annual check-ups, teeth cleaning, basic fillings and extractions, with… Audio

There's been a lot of talk in the news about teeth and dental care lately. The Greens are keen to see free dental care, and on Saturday, Labour made a promise for free dental care for Kiwis under 30… Audio

It's usually best to avoid dairy products when they taste bitter and smell funky. But a team of food technologists are so sure their mustard and dill ice cream is a winner, they entered it in the NZ… Audio

As National announced its long-awaited tax plan, some journalists took a hard look at its numbers, while others focused more on political strategy and impact. Audio

The final thing Parliament did before adjourning was agree rules changes for the next Parliament. We discuss them with senior clerks David Wilson and Gabor Hellyer. Audio

Since he could barely reach the joysticks in his local parlour in Ngongotaha, Lake Rotorua, Preston McNeil (Te Arawa, Tainui) has loved spacies. Audio

Scrutiny of political parties' policies intensified this week - and so did the scrutiny of some candidates for seats in Parliament. When TVNZ reported some election candidates’ controversial past… Audio

Paekakariki-based award-winning animator, illustrator and graphic artist Ned Wenlock's first graphic novel Tsunami is a cautionary tale about Peter, a self-righteous12-year-old boy, and his fraught… Audio

Canadian author and screenwriter Patrick deWitt has a penchant for weirdos and non-heroes. His books include Man Booker shortlisted The Sisters Brothers, a Western featuring sibling assassins… Audio

Rural Change founder Elle Perriam is proud of the efforts of rural New Zealand to help those who need it most. Audio

The Parliamentary term came to an end this week after a tumultuous term, and Labour and National's election campaigns are launching this weekend - with just six weeks remaining before the big day. 

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In the last month alone eight kiwi have been found mauled by dogs in Northland's Opua Forest by Bay Bush Action Conservation Group. The group has spent 12 years working to restore the forest and had… Video, Audio

Before Parliament adjourned it agreed new rules for next time. In discussing them MPs gave glimpses into the rules they would like to change and the Parliament they wished existed. Audio

Dr Maria Pozza is exploring a frontier of outer space that not many have ventured into before. She is the country's only specialised space lawyer - dealing with the contractual obligations of those… Audio

Join us for a weekly round-up of the news! Plus in our explainer this week we look at what is meant by a state of national emergency.  Audio

NZ's major political parties address Pasifika issues ahead of elections. Audio

Hawke's Bay dentist Dr Kris Sweetapple says oral healthcare is too important to be inaccessible to many Kiwis. Audio

"The status quo is not an option." New Zealand Rugby's been handed a scathing review of the state of the game, and its governance. It says NZR's structure is "not fit for purpose" and has an inability… Video, Audio