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Anora wins Oscar for best film
Neon's low budget film Anora and filmmaker Sean Baker ruled the night at the 97th Academy Awards, winning five trophies including best film. Hollywood insider Sandro Monetti spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 3 March 2025
In today's episode, a criminal defence lawyer says the investigation into the death of a man tasered by police will be complex, a new report into Wellington Water's deep-seated problems shows their… Audio
Red carpet rolled out for 97th Academy Awards
The red carpet has been rolled out and the champagne is on ice as Hollywood prepares to crown the movie royalty at the 97th Academy Awards. Entertainment guru and film critic Kate Rodger spoke to… Audio
American actor competes in NZ golf open
The New Zealand Open tournament also doubled as a pro-am, mixing teams of professionals, hunting the Open trophy, with amateur golfers like sporting stars, businessmen, or Hollywood actors. Michael… Audio
Manu World Champs crowns winner in Auckland
The Manu World Champs wrapped up in Auckland on Sunday with eight winners crowned across the kid, youth and adult divisions. Male freestyle division winner William Fraser spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Horse prevails in man vs horse race
If you were listening on Friday you would have heard about the inaugural Only Fools and Horses race taking place in the Maniototo at the weekend. And guess what the horses won. Winning rider Rider… Audio
Race for best film at Oscars heats up
The Oscars ceremony is just around the corner, promising a night of glitz, emotion, and a twist or two. Hollywood correspondent Sandro Monetti spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Te Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue crowned Te Matatini champs
After five gruelling days of kapa haka in New Plymouth Te Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue have been crowned the champions of Te Matatini. Māori News Journalist Pokere Paewai has this report. Audio
China tells AI leaders to avoid US travel due to security concerns
Chinese authorities are instructing the country's top artificial intelligence entrepreneurs and researchers to avoid travel to the United States. Audio
Manu World Champs: Splashing to victory
After travelling the country to find the best of the best, Aotearoa's finest have one last showdown in Tamaki Makaurau Auckland, before the new winners are crowned. Audio
Te Matatini gets underway at Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth
This year's Te Matatini as just got underway at the Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth/Ngāmotu. Te Manu Korihi reporter Emma Andrews spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Thousands expected in New Plymouth to compete in Te Matatini
Thousands are expected to pour through the gates of New Plymouth's Bowl of Brooklands on Tuesday, as kapa haka groups from around the country compete in Te Matatini. Māori News Journalist Tuwhenuaroa… Audio
Taranaki economy set for boost thanks to Te Matatini
Te Matatini - the national kapa haka championships - kick off in New Plymouth on Tuesday - the first time the event has been held in Taranaki for more than 30 years. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio
Champion barbecuer Troy Bilbrough sizzles world champs
Competitive barbecuer Troy Bilbrough has achieved the best-ever result for a New Zealander at the American Royal World Series of Barbecue. Audio
Hamish Kerr wins Sportsman of the Year at Halbergs
Olympic high jump champion Hamish Kerr was named Sportsman of the Year, ahead of kayak cross Olympic gold medallist Finn Butcher, triathlete Hayden Wilde, footballer Chris Wood and the jockey James… Audio
NZ's best sports people honoured at Halberg Awards
The absolute best of New Zealand sport was celebrated at the 62nd annual Halberg Awards last night in Auckland. Sports reporter Jonty Dine was at Spark Arena for all the glitz, glamour and glory. Audio
Oscar buzz builds after BAFTAs
The Oscars are in two weeks' time, but a good indicator of what might happen there took place in London at the BAFTAs. Showbiz correspondent Sandro Monetti spoke to Morning Report. Audio
Competitive field for Halberg Awards
New Zealand sport's best and brightest in 2024 will be honoured tonight at the Halberg Awards - in what is considered one of the most competitive ceremonies in recent memory. Stuff senior sports… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 14 February 2025
On today's episode, the families of those who died in Cyclone Gabrielle say Hawke's Bay residents are in danger because authorities have not made the urgent changes needed to keep people safe in… Audio
Grammy Awards 2025 dominated by women
It's one of music's biggest nights of the year - with this year's Grammy's largely dominated by women. RNZ's Tahi presenter Janay Harding spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio