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Claire Concannon joins a research team on the Noises Islands in the Hauraki Gulf to check up on its bird residents. How are the birds faring on these predator-free havens? Audio

We need to understand the biological origins of anorexia, bulimia and binge eating to develop effective treatments, says psychology professor Dr Cynthia Bulik. Audio

Coach Gary Stead has deflected any criticism of the ageing Black Caps squad after yesterday's final ball win over Sri Lanka in the first Test in Christchurch.

On his 37th birthday injured New Zealand… Video, Audio

Midday Sports News for 14 March 2023. Black Caps all rounder Daryl Mitchell credits a solid grounding in the domestic game for his rich vein of form in the test arena. Audio

RNZ journalist Andrew McRae joins Kathryn to talk about the cleanup efforts around Waikato following Cyclone Gabrielle, why the idea of a super council taking in Hamilton and surrounding districts is… Audio

Two weeks after one of the greatest test match finishes ever, a 1-run win over England, the Black Caps have done it again.

Needing 285 runs to beat Sri Lanka in Christchurch, New Zealand got home on… Audio

Another thrilling end to a test match could be on the cards after a rain delayed start to the final day of the first cricket test between the Black Caps and Sri Lanka in Christchurch.

Sports reporter… Audio

Midday sports News for 13 March 2023

Rain is threatening to rob the Black Caps and Sri Lanka of the chance to win the opening test at Hagley Oval. Audio

When she moved to Aotearoa from Mumbai as a child, Perzen Patel was teased for having Indian food in her lunchbox. The founder of curry paste company Dolly Mumma shares what she now makes for her own… Audio

The Black Caps will require one of their best test match run chases to overhaul Sri Lanka on Monday in Christchurch.

Sri Lanka were bowled out yesterday evening with a lead of 285, and this morning… Audio

A one-hour, bilingual documentary that follows former Gisborne mayor and current Race Relations Commissioner Meng Foon. Video

The National Party unveiled two dove-tailed policies last weekend - pumping up childcare subsidies while cutting down on consultants to cover the cost. Mediawatch looks at how the media ran the rule… Audio

Tony Stamp reviews the latest from Canadian wordsmith Andy Shauf, pop satirist U.S. Girls, and LA beatmaker Nosaj Thing. Audio

Consultants and contractors are a favourite punching bag for opposition parties - of all colours - and National is just the latest to land a solid blow, leaving Labour off-balance. 

The numbers show… Audio

Cyclone Gabrielle resulted in major shifts in our waterways, causing significant damage - but it's in their nature for rivers to move.  Audio, Gallery

As a beautiful young TV star in the 1990s, Gulchehra Hoja was important to the Chinese state: the acceptable face of China's Uyghur Muslim minority. Then in 2001, Hoja did an about-turn, fleeing to… Audio

There's a push to increase the awareness of the speed and severity of Meningitis. Two university students are among four confirmed cases of the meningococcal disease in the Canterbury region this… Video, Audio

Young New Zealanders looking to go on that big OE to the UK will now be able to stay longer.

A new working holiday visa between the two countries will come into effect earlier than expected.

Changes… Audio

Christchurch residents will have their say on whether the amount of water they can use each day for free, is increased. 

But before it happens, it wants to know what people think.

As Anna Sargent… Audio

Feeling the pinch when shopping for food? Registered nutritionist Claire Turnbull shares advice to help get more out of your grocery spend. Audio

Our surf life savers are putting themselves to the test in Christchurch for the next few days.

It's been another tough summer of serious rescues - with the number of lifeguards out on patrol still… Audio

The Black Caps are back in action against Sri Lanka in the first cricket Test in Christchurch.

There is plenty to play for in the last Test series of the summer as the Black Caps look to improve… Video, Audio