History
The Pua Brothers: Central Auckland's Pasifika History
We all know Auckland is the largest Polynesian city in the world, but what isn't always so well known is the Pasifika history of central Auckland particularly the areas in and around Karangahape Road… Audio
Rotorua's Blue Baths left in a 'staggering' state after closure
Former Blue Baths leaseholder Jo Romanes says it has been hard to step away from the role as the historic building is continuing to decay with no one to advocate for it.
Harry Ricketts: The Life and Influence of Fay Weldon
Novelist and screen writer Fay Weldon died this week She had a 55-year long wiritng career, and is perhaps most know for her novel The Life and Loves of a She-Devil She was shortlisted for the Booker… Audio
Harry Ricketts: The Life and Influence of Fay Weldon
Novelist and screen writer Fay Weldon died this week She had a 55-year long writing career, and is perhaps most know for her novel The Life and Loves of a She-Devil She was shortlisted for the Booker… Audio
Londoner solves 20,000-year Ice Age drawings mystery
A London furniture conservator has been credited with a crucial discovery that has helped understand why Ice Age hunter-gatherers drew cave paintings.
Thousands mourn former Pope
Tens of thousands of people have lined up to pay their respects to former Pope Benedict the Sixteenth, XVI whose body is lying in state in the Vatican. Benedict died on Sunday at the age of 95 in the… Audio
Auckland-based World War II bomber veteran turns 100
One of the last remaining veterans who served in the Royal Air Force's Bomber Command in World War II turns 100 on Wednesday.
Essential NZ Albums: Tamburlaine - Say No More
'The new rock - bittersweet and low' proclaimed a Time magazine cover in 1971, heralding the arrival of a new wave of acoustic-based music centred on the likes of Crosby, Stills and Nash and James… Audio
Essential NZ Albums: Fat Freddy’s Drop - Based On a True Story
The 2005 studio debut of the Wellington-based soul-reggae collective Fat Freddy's Drop became the year's second-biggest selling album in their homeland and established their worldwide reputation In… Audio
WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Auckland
Ernest Davenport was just 20 years old when he'd already survived twenty air missions over occupied Europe, before being captured by German troops. He is one of the last remaining veterans who served… Audio
Sotheby's auction of Aotearoa artefacts raises questions
The items include moa leg bones, a golden huia beak brooch, a kiwi skeleton, a taxidermied bird, and two Māori clubs.
Essential NZ Albums: Sharon O'Neill - Sharon O'Neill
In the late-70s landscape of mainstream New Zealand pop, Sharon O'Neill stood out not only for her pure powerful voice and piano skills but also for a swag of sophisticated self-penned songs. All of… Audio
Essential NZ Albums: Avantdale Bowling Club - Avantdale Bowling Club
On his 2018 album Avantdale Bowling Cup, Auckland rapper Tom Scott blends powerful, polyrhythmic rhymes with fine jazz and a strong sense of place. Video, Audio
How a Māori myth could teach people about seismic risks
A new exhibition will teach visitors to Blenheim over summer about the seismic environment the local iwi have lived in for hundreds of years.
Rebuilt arena unveiled in time for start of Caroline Bay carnival
Bums on seats is the ultimate aim for any event - and those visiting Timaru's Caroline Bay carnival from today will be the first to try out the Soundshell's new open-air seating complex.
Blue Smoke: Christmas
Has it ever snowed in New Zealand on Christmas Day? Over the years our musicians have rearranged Christmas to suit, and our songwriters have added some sunshine to the playlist. This episode of Blue… Audio
History with Dr Grant Morris
Today Dr Grant Morris talks about the history of the Chatham Islands. He's just returned from his third trip there and was able to visit the brand new museum. Audio
NZ Sporting History: Joelle King
For today's New Zealand Sporting History we are speaking to New Zealand's number one squash player, Joelle King. She is also ranked number four in the world. Joelle is an eight time National Champion… Audio
Philippa Langley on finding King Richard the III
Philippa Langley helped find the remains of King Richard the III who died in battle 500 years ago. A new film tells the story of her own battle to be taken seriously and her relentless quest to… Audio
Gisborne Pony Club celebrating their 50th anniversary
This month Gisborne Pony Club celebrated their 50th birthday. Wendy Loffler was at the very first meeting 50 years ago and is now the Gisborne Pony Club sports coordinator. She talks to Jesse about… Audio
