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First Up for Tuesday 26 March 2024
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Govt taking into account new information on long covid
5:50 AM.Time now for our weekly chat with Finance Minister Nicola Willis. Nathan Rarere asked her what the government has to offer for those who may have long covid. Audio
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New study highlights long term effects of "long covid"
5:45 AM.A new study is out today, with significant findings on the effects that Long Covid is having on people. Epidemiologist at the University of Otago Michael Baker has been part of the study and he spoke… Read more Audio
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VW Nationals - vehicles of all vintage gather in Kaikoura
5:36 AM.This weekend, VWs of all shapes and sizes are gathering in Kaikoura for the annual Volkswagen Nationals. Kirsty Hopewell is one of the organisers, Nathan Rarere asked her what it is about VWs that… Read more Audio
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New coach helping Eliza McCartney reach pole vaulting goals
5:33 AM.Pole vault star Eliza McCartney feels better than she has for years and she's crediting her new coach for playing a part in that. The Rio 2016 Olympic bronze medalist has battled a list of injuries… Read more Audio
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Polyfest a blast for South Ak comnmunity
5:25 AM.Nathan Rarere spoke with our South Auckland local democracy reporter Torika Tokalau about her experience at Polyfest. Audio
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Argentina marks anniversary of 1976 military coup
5:17 AM.Let's head to South America - Kate Pereyra-Garcia is in Argentina. Audio
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US and Japan to overhaul their security agreement
5:12 AM.Nathan Rarere speaks with our correspondent in Japan Chris Gilbert. Audio
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UK: PM says ability to fend off IT cyber attacks "very strong"
5:05 AM.We begin this morning in the UK where the ever reliable Henry Riley is standing by... Audio