Food
The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Raj Chakraborti (Part 1)
Today on The Panel, Wallace and panelists Nalini Baruch and Raj Chakraborti discuss plans to change Petone's name to Pita-One, the rise of online gambling in schools, and a grandmother who ended up… Audio
Midday Rural News for 22 November 2023
Zespri has released a record forecast. Prices paid to growers for the upcoming season are forecast to be really strong thanks to better fruit quality and descent demand from international markets.
… Audio
Food shortage in Tikopia Island of Solomon Islands
Food security in Tikopia island in the Solomon Islands is a major concern after severe tropical cyclone Lola. Audio
Abuse towards Woolworths staff rises towards Christmas
Abuse towards Woolworths staff risen towards Christmas Daily abuse towards supermarket staff has risen significantly over the past six months in the lead up to Christmas. Woolworths says instances of… Audio
Alert area extended for toxic shellfish on North Island's East Coast
The food safety authority is warning people on the East Coast not to collect shellfish due to an algal bloom which is making them toxic.
Bypass opponents claim it will cost $500k in free pies for workers
Opponents of the Mt Messenger bypass project in Taranaki have a new beef with Waka Kotahi - the cost of 'Pieday Friday' although the agency is disputing the cost.
Curating the perfect pub quiz
Ah the good old Pub Quiz, everyone has their specialty.
Some of you are probably history buffs, some music, some pop culture.
They're a main stay in weeknight hospitality around the country, filling… Audio
Fruit and Vege Report with Glenn Forsyth
Joining Nathan Rarere from the fresh produce markets is our Minister of Fruit and Veggies, Glenn Forsyth. Audio
We're going to 'Māori up' Fortnum & Mason
Mapuna producer Tama Muru meets London based Ngati Raukawa chef Matt Burgess for a korero and a mean kai. Audio
Seaweed and bacon pie makes waves: 'You can't just sit there'
An East Coast baker famous for pāua pies has created a new delicacy - bringing her business back from the edge.
Mangaweka Asparagus - from fire to feast
George and Diana Turney went from tragedy to starting Mangaweka Asparagus three decades ago. After the community came to their aid, they have enjoyed giving back and helping others gain a living from… Audio
East Coast baker hits winning formula with unusual pie flavour
An East Coast baker famous for paua pies has created a new delicacy, and it's brought her business back from the edge. Rachael Thomas, who owns Te Puia Springs Store an hour and a half north of… Audio
Spaghetti Taormina
Today Julie Biuso has a delicious, exotic but easy to make recipe from Sicily. She shares how to make Spaghetti Taormina, a fabulous way to make the most of eggplant season coming up. Audio
Midday Rural News for 17 November 2023
Japanese-owned forestry company Juken has told 60 staff this morning, they will lose their jobs in the week before Christmas.
Monique Steele has the rural news. Audio
Patience bears fruit as couple reopen cyclone-hit produce business
The roadside sign is worse for wear and the shelves are still a little bare, but Springfield fruit and vege shop is back in business.