History
Season 2 Ep 12: Women's Suffrage
NOTE: This episode has been reuploaded to correct some inaccuracies in the original version. We all know New Zealand was the first country in the world where women could vote. But do you know how we… Video, Audio
Philippa Gregory: telling the stories of women missing from history
For centuries, the experiences of women have been overlooked in history books exclusively written, edited and published by men, says best-selling British writer Phillipa Gregory. “[Recorded… Audio
Cycling to every Commonwealth Grave cemetery in the world
Australian Michael "Mic" Whitty is aiming to cycle to every Commonwealth War Grave cemetery in the world before VJ Day 2045. He is now in the middle of his New Zealand leg, cycling from Auckland to… Audio
Long Read: The Crewe Murders
By Kirsty Johnston: The murder of Harvey and Jeannette Crewe in their Pukekawa farmhouse in 1970 remains New Zealand’s most infamous cold case. Audio
History with Dr Grant Morris
Is this really the "most right-wing government" in recent NZ history? Some commentators have described the new coalition government as the "most right-wing" in NZ for a long time. Is this true? What… Audio
NZ Sporting History: Julia Ratcliffe
For NZ Sporting history today we look back on the career of Julia Ratcliffe. With the hammer throw as her chosen event she won three Commonwealth Games medals including gold in 2018. Audio
Te Horo Kilns opening to artists and the public
The Te Horo Kilns are set to open in December, and expected to be a destination spot for artists and visitors alike, on the Kapiti Coast. Audio
Music feature: Motown 25 with Murray Cammick
For this week's music feature we look back to 1983 when a special televised concert was held to celebrate Motown's 25th anniversary. Today we reminisce about that iconic concert with Murray Cammick. Audio
UK cancels PM's meeting with Greek counterpart over fate of the 'Elgin Marbles'
A diplomatic row has broken out between the British and Greek governments.
Light and Reflections: A story of prominent artists in private collections
Helen Beaglehole is a Wellington writer, editor, and historian whose family has been collecting contemporary New Zealand art for over two generations.
Nine to Noon spoke to her last year when she… Audio
Appeal for return of Māori Battalion's stolen taonga heard
A precious taonga stolen from a museum dedicated to the memory of the legendary 28th Māori Battalion has been recovered.
150-year milestone for independently owned West Coast newspaper
One of New Zealand's smallest independent daily newspapers turns 150 today.
NZ Sporting History with Courtney Duncan
As of September, Courtney Duncan is a four time Women's Motocross World Champion. Audio
Petone to Pito-one name change gets council backing
Pito-one became Petone following colonial settlement in the 19th century, a misspelling of the area's traditional name. Now, it may change back.
Music feature: Jazz tours in Aotearoa in bygone days
For today's music feature we're zeroing in on a period when some of the biggest names in jazz history made their way onto our shores. There are many highlights to talk about from these decades, and… Audio
Kiwis killed during WWII honoured in Dutch village: 'What happened will be remembered'
A small village in the Netherlands has honoured five airmen of World War II, including two New Zealanders who lost their lives when their bomber was attacked on only its second operational flight.
Who killed the Crewes? Opening the book on a cold case
The murder of Harvey and Jeannette Crewe in their Pukekawa farmhouse in 1970 is perhaps New Zealand's most infamous unsolved crime. Arthur Allan Thomas was convicted twice, pardoned and compensated… Audio
Long Read: The Badjelly Chronicles
By Gemma Gracewood: How New Zealand developed an unique obsession with the baddest witch in all the world. Audio
History with Dr Grant Morris
Dr Grant Morris is currently in South Korea looking at history and law. After two weeks in the country he's got some tips for listeners who may be thinking of a South Korean adventure. Audio
NZ Sporting History: Hayden Paddon
For NZ Sporting history this week we speak to New Zealand's most successful rally driver, the only New Zealander to win the World Rally Champs with 8 WRC podiums, Hayden Paddon. Audio
