Lately for Tuesday 25 January 2022

10:18 Local Government predicts exodus of mayors over new policies

The head of Local Government is predicting an exodus of mayors and elected members as controversial central government policies are turning people off from standing at the elections in October. President of Local Government NZ Stuart Crosby, worries the appeal of representing your community is losing its lustre and we may have trouble attracting people who want to stand.

10:26 Infection expert on what masks we should be wearing

It's time to toss away your cloth masks as many of the country's DHB's are banning them due to their lack of protection. Physician Dr Richard Everts is an infection expert and joins us to share everything you need to know about which mask to use, how to wear it and how to wash it. 

10:34 Australian Open 2022 update with Clay Wilson

RNZ sports reporter Clay Wilson joins Karyn for an update on the latest results at the Australian Open.

10:40 Transport enthusiasts push back against sale of heritage carriages

Dunedin Railways are causing a stir amongst railway buffs as they prepare to sell heritage assets. Six wooden carriages built between 1912 and 1923 are at the centre of the debate in which Dunedin Railways no longer believes to be suitable for commercial use and now considers them to be museum pieces instead. Transport enthusiast Peter Dowden believes they are fit for use and would be a huge loss to Dunedin's tourism industry if they were to be sold.

10:45 Noosa outlaws clapping and singing in holiday rentals

Noosa is one of the hottest holiday spots in Queensland. The location boasts white sand and blue beaches, untouched national parks, world-class cuisine...and noisy tourists. From next week, Noosa will enforce bans on clapping, shouting, arguing and singing in a bid to stop the noise. Many believe the new laws are too strict but Noosa Shire Council deputy mayor Frank Wilkie believes the steps are necessary.