History
Regional Wrap: culture and heritage in Hokianga village Kohukohu
Kohukohu, a village on the Hokianga Harbour was according to Te Tai Tokerau tradition so named by legendary Polynesian explorer Kupe. Angry at food from a hangi being insufficiently cooked, Kupe swore… Audio
The discovery of a feminist Iron Age society
A rare discovery in the UK, an Iron Age burial site in southern England has revealed that the ancient community was centered around the female line. Audio
Indians in Wellington: More than just Diwali and overstaying
A new book promises to lift the lid on the history of the capital's Indian community, as its association turns 100.
Celebrating 100 years of Indians in Wellington
A new book promises to lift the lid on the history of Wellington's Indian community in ways that would surprise most people. Audio
Sick in the spotlight: Being one of New Zealand's first Covid-19 cases
Jenene Crossan contracted the virus in 2020 while heading home from a business trip before New Zealand's borders closed. Audio
Autographed architrave open's window to the past
A Taranaki man's home renovation has opened up a window into the past dating back more than a century. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more. Audio
Celebrating 40 years of New Zealand rock history
'For Today' is one of the classic Kiwi anthems. The song's writer, Nick Sampson, joins Mark Leishman to reflect on a rockin' legacy. Audio
Auckland Mayor re-commits $15m to restore St James Theatre
Mayor Wayne Brown says he has mixed feelings about the project.
NZ Sporting History: Hamish Kerr
In this segment we often go way back in time, but today we are doing something rare and focusing on the now. Audio
What happened to NZ birds the last time the climate changed
When humans arrived in New Zealand they set about dramatic changes to the landscape, which in turn impacted birdlife. Audio
February 25 1943: Featherston's darkest day
On this day in 1943, 48 Japanese prisoners of war and one New Zealand guard were killed at the POW Camp just outside the Wairarapa town of Featherston. Audio
Nights at the Museum: Cyril Callister Museum
The name Cyril Callister may be unfamiliar, but the Australian scientist's work is not: Cyril invented Vegemite back in 1923. Audio
Steve Jones: Here come the Sex Pistols
It's been nearly 30 years since the Sex Pistol have performed in New Zealand - but they are on their way! Guitarist Steve Jones joins Jim to chat about the tour and what is important to him today....
…Artefact returned to Antarctica's Scott's Discovery Hut
The well-thumbed novel was given to the trust by an anonymous donor, covered in sooty fingerprints and the smell of seal blubber that fuelled explorers' stoves and lamps.
Dr. Paul Meighan-Chiblow: Colonialingualism
UNESCO predicts the global community will lose as many as 3000 indigenous languages by the end of the century. Scottish Gael sociolinguist Dr. Paul Meighan-Chiblow speaks to Mihi. Audio
In the shadow of a rainbow
Recent events in Auckland have resurfaced memories of when being gay was considered a neurotic personality disorder. Audio
100 years of Disney animation artwork on display in Wellington
100 years of Disney animation sketches and concept artwork will be on display in Wellington from tomorrow. Disney: The Magic of Animation has toured cities from Paris to Melbourne and is now on its… Audio
Saving community newspapers of the past
The Preserving Local History and Educational Trust is calling for the public to assist in their mission to preserve old newspapers. Audio
Whanganui's iconic paddle steamer celebrates double anniversary
Whanganui's iconic paddle steamer - the Waimarie - is celebrating a double anniversary of sorts this year. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin went along for a cruise. Audio
Moriori ancestors returned to Aotearoa
Two repatriations earlier this week marked a signifcant milestone for the Moriori community, and was marked with a special pōwhiri and ceremony at Te Papa.
