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Top Stories for Wednesday 6 October 2022
The polar blast arrives - bringing with it snow and sub-zero temperature for the motu. An extra ten-billion-dollars of tax money has left the govenment in a better financial position than expected… Audio
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South Korea, US fire missiles into the sea after 'reckless' North Korea test
South Korea and the US military have conducted missile drills in response to North Korea's launch of a ballistic missile over Japan, as the United Nations Security Council prepares to meet over what…
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Jami-Lee Ross not guilty in political donations case, businessmen found guilty
Former National MP Jami-Lee Ross has been found not guilty on fraud charges, but three others charged over donations to the party have been found guilty.
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Hurricane Ian death toll climbs to 83, officials defend response
The death toll from Hurricane Ian has climbed past 80 as embattled residents in Florida and the Carolinas face a recovery expected to cost tens of billions of dollars, and some officials cop criticism…
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'It's all just completely gone' - Death toll rises in Hurricane Ian
Florida and the Carolinas' residents face a disaster recovery expected to cost tens of billions of dollars following Hurricane Ian, while the death toll of 50 is expected to rise.
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More rancour on the road to a new public media entity
This week a Parliamentary committee heard concerns from other media companies about the new public media entity, as opposition attacks on the cost of it intensified. Meanwhile a significant funding… Audio
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Nashville Babylon 1 October 2022
On this week's Nashville Babylon Mark plays classic gospel from the Blind Boys Of Alabama, a live track from Tom Waits, soul courtesy of Sharon Jones and The Dap Kings plus a preview of Tom Cunliffe… Audio
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Hurricane Ian: Death toll rises as storm strengthens
A huge search and rescue effort is continuing in Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, which cut a swathe of destruction across the US state.
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NZ DJ 'Bulletproof' remembered as 'loveable rogue'
Radio host General Lee broke down in tears on air remembering his friend and fellow DJ who died, aged 46. Audio
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Fears Ian will be deadliest hurricane in Florida's history - Biden
One of the most dangerous storms to hit the US in years has left 2.4 million homes and businesses in Florida without power and floodwaters surging inland.
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Walking backwards while pointing forwards
Trust in media, or lack thereof, was front and centre as the Minister of Broadcasting had a week of being grilled in parliament's Question Time about the Aotearoa New Zealand Public Media Bill. Audio
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'TVNZ and RNZ are no doubt trusted broadcasters': Jackson clarifies public media comments
Broadcasting Minister Willie Jackson has clarified comments he made about the media, saying he did not mean to imply the public did not trust RNZ and TVNZ.
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Oral Questions for Thursday 29 September 2022
Audio 29 Sep 2022Questions to Ministers NICOLE McKEE to the Prime Minister: Does she stand by all her Government's statements and actions? VANUSHI WALTERS to the Minister for Social Development and Employment: What… Audio
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'We need a trusted public broadcaster' - Minister defends public media entity
Broadcasting Minister Willie Jackson is defending the mega public media merger between RNZ and TVNZ, saying it is needed because the public does not trust the media. Video
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Question Time for 28 September 2022
Audio 28 Sep 2022Questions to Ministers HELEN WHITE to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has he seen on the New Zealand economy? CHRISTOPHER LUXON to the Prime Minister: Does she stand by all of her… Audio
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Council calls for 'long overdue' investment into South Island passenger rail
Dunedin City Council is calling for the return of passenger rail in the south.
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Questions for Oral Answer 27 Spetember 2022
CHRISTOPHER LUXON to the Prime Minister: Does she stand by all of her Government's statements and actions? BARBARA EDMONDS to the Minister of Finance: What recent reports has he seen on the New… Audio
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All Blacks hold on to Rugby Championship trophy
All Blacks claim Rugby Championship as South Africa fall short.
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Music with Grant Smithies
One of the most influential garage bands to come out of America's Pacific Northwest in the late '80s and '90s, Dead Moon turned down shows playing with Nirvana to honour a prior commitment to tour New… Audio
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Joseph Parker confident for interim WBO bout under new trainer
Heavyweight boxer Joseph Parker takes on Londoner Joe Joyce for the interim WBO belt in Manchester on Sunday, He's been preparing for the fight in the seaside town of Morecombe, home to retired… Audio
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The 'spicy' mayoral races you haven't heard about
Outside our bigger cities, Aotearoa's smaller centres are seeing stacked races and fraught local issues. Audio
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Parker believes he'll be too quick for Joyce
New Zealand boxer Joseph Parker believes his speed will be too much for British opponent Joe Joyce when they fight for the interim WBO heavyweight belt in Manchester.
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Nashville Babylon 17 September 2022
On this week's Nashville Babylon Mark has birthday tunes for Hank Williams and Dee Dee Ramone, classics from Nina Simone and Johnny Cash as well as tunes from the Stones, Jerry Lee Lewis and Dion. Audio
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'He is a monster': Mum finally starts to grieve as daughter's killer is jailed
One thousand, one hundred and forty-two days ago Brenda O'Shea had to make the toughest decision any parent could face - turning off the machines keeping her daughter alive.
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Families almost come to blows after murderer sentenced
A brawl almost broke out in the courtroom today after the sentencing of a Hells Angels gang prospect who carried out a prolonged and vicious assault resulting in the death of a mother of two.
