Leisure
Taking the plunge with the tall man in a van
Former pro basketballer Stuart McEwen wants to change his life - and he wants you to join him.
What we're watching: The Walk-In
The febrile post-Brexit environment and rise of neo Nazism in the UK is expertly captured in this taut series on TVNZ+. Graham Smith explains why it's worth a watch.
Kath Irvine: how to prep your garden to feed you through winter
If you want your garden to feed you through winter, now's the time to get prepping. Brassicas like Broccoli need three months to grow, so need to be planted, and it's a perfect time to make compost… Audio
Weekend Stuff: Gardening with Lynda Hallinan
Today Lynda talks to Jesse about winding down for the harvesting season, when to pick the pumpkins, what to do with straggling tomatoes etc. She's got some great tips for preserving fruit, clearing… Audio
Viable but risky: Former Whakapapa ski field bidder
The top bidder to take over Whakapapa ski field who pulled out of the deal is still confident the ski field could be a commercial success. Audio
Heading Off: Cycle trails with Janet Purdey
For this week's Heading Off travel fun feature we're going to take a closer look at New Zealand's great cycle trails. We've got a great guide on what to do with general manager Nga Haerenga New… Audio
The big names at this year's Auckland Writers Festival
The line-up for southern hemisphere's largest literary festival includes Booker Prize-winners and BookTok favourites alongside Aotearoa's own book stars.
Book Critic: Claire Mabey
Today Claire talks to Jesse about three very different books, The Grimmelings by Rachael King, Plastic by Stacey Teague and The Vet's Daughter by Barbara Comyns. Audio
Television Critic: Jonathan Mahon-Heap
Today Jonathan Mahon-Heap talks to Jesse about two shows, Criminal Record and Constellation, both streaming on Apple TV now. Audio
Walk 2 Work Day, a day to make a positive change
Organised by Living Streets Aotearoa, it's Walk 2 Work Day is our national day to celebrate walking. Living Streets Aotearoa president Tim Jones speaks to Jesse. Audio
The Kiwi director bringing live-action Avatar to life
"It is a huge weight to bear," says Roseanne Liang as Netflix's huge live-action adaptation gets two more seasons Video
Collectors corner: Spike's Lego
Dairy farmer turned lego collector, and now lego museum owner. Waihi local, Spike, took his love of lego to the next level, opening a museum after his collection grew too big to keep in his own home… Audio
What we're watching: Secret City, season 1
Sleepy old Canberra is the scene of political and diplomatic shenanigans - and murder - in this Netflix series. Dan Slevin explains why it's worth a watch.
Made in NZ: Flap! Toys
For Made in NZ this week we head to sunny Nelson where woodworker and artist Katrine Kaarsemaker makes Flap! toys, These are simply handmade toys which flap, anything such as native birds, bats and… Audio
Television Critic: Dom Corry
Today Dom talks to Jesse about Dark City: The Cleaner and the final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Audio
Sport, music, art top extracurricular activities for Kiwi 12 year olds - report
A new report has found sport is the most popular extracurricular activity for New Zealand children.
This Weekend: Antique boats on show in Nelson
The Antique and Classic Boat Show has been held at St Arnaud since 1999, boasting everything from classic racing boats to pedal-powered catamarans. Audio
Missing tramper found after almost 3 days in Tararua Ranges
The son of a missing tramper in dense Tararua Ranges says he trusted his intuition and separated from Search and Rescue finding his dad less than an hour later.
Seventy-two-year-old Brent Harrison… Audio
What we're watching: Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Move over, Brangelina, Donald Glover and Maya Erskine are brilliant in this surprisingly relatable action-packed series, says Pratik Navani.
Alexander James Holloway: making fake fighting look real
The biggest BBQ festival in Australasia, Meatstock, is back at Mystery Creek, Kirikiriroa Hamilton, this weekend after a three year hiatus. Audio