Life And Society
What we're watching: Malcolm in the Middle
Is this one of the greatest sitcoms of all time? Pratik Navani explains why the six seasons of Malcolm in the Middle are worth the time investment. Video
Escaping Utopia: What it takes to break free from Gloriavale
Around 600 people (including around 350 children) currently live at Gloriavale – a strict Christian community on the West Coast. In TVNZ's upcoming three-part doco Escaping Utopia, former church… Video, Audio
Caro Claire Burke: The rise of #Tradwife social influencers
Social media content makers celebrating their role as "traditional wives" are enjoying a startling rise in popularity. Influencers such as Nara Smith, Emily Mariko and Ballerina Farm are baking… Audio
Charity holding last ever Trailwalker event in New Plymouth
The charity Oxfam is holding its last ever Trailwalker fundraising event in New Plymouth this weekend. The development agency says declining registrations since Covid and rising costs mean Trailwalk… Audio
Tongariro Chateau costs taxpayers more than 2 million year
One of Aotearoa's iconic historic buildings is costing taxpayers more than two million dollars a year while it sits empty and in disrepair. The famous Tongariro Chateau, at the base of Mount Ruapehu… Audio
The Seduction of the Honeybee book
A new photography book, The Seduction of the Honeybee offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of bees. Audio, Gallery
Palmerston North Council buildings featured on blankets
Of all the things to be replicated for sale - a blanket featuring Palmerston North's council buildings has made the cut. Audio
Shayne Carter: 'Music gave me an outlet, validation and a voice'
The musician says art is a life-saving necessity, rather than a frivolous sideline, in a new speech delivered as part of a nationwide series.
Fred Again announces surprise shows
Internationally renowned DJ Fred Again is in Aotearoa for a set of surprise shows.
The capital city is buzzing ahead of Friday's show at Waitangi Park, with tickets selling out in minutes on… Audio
Celebration of cultural identity and diversity at Polyfest
Pacifika secondary students are demonstrating pride and passion for their cultural heritage at this week's ASB Polyfest.
Tāmaki Makaurau is the biggest hub of Pasifika people in Aotearoa, and… Audio
1500 LOTR fans run in 3rd annual Middle Earth Halfling Marathon
One race, one race to rule them all. Fifteen hundred Lord of the Rings fans from 26 countries are converging on Matamata tomorrow to run in a unique sold-out race - the third annual Middle-earth… Audio
Kaiora Tipene: On life and death
Casketeer Kaiora Tipene and Anika talk about life, death and some of the weirder burial requests Kaiora has received. Video, Audio
Completing all New Zealand's Great Walks - in jandals
Dunedin man Gus Cope says it is a joke that has gone too far - but he is getting close to his goal. Audio
Man set to complete all NZ's great walks in jandals
Most of us are fond of the humble jandal, putting aside the odd blister between your toes. But its hard to imagine hiking all of Aotearoa's great walks in flip flops, a single pair over two years… Audio
NZ drops place in happiest countries list
The UN's official report is out on the world's happiest countries, and New Zealand has slipped down on the list to number 11. New Zealand only cracked the top ten for those aged 60 and older. Finland… Audio
Do cheese and onions belong in a hot cross bun?
If you're a bun purist who thinks it's wrong to mess with a favourite, you probably shouldn't read this story.
NZ chef awarded Michelin star
Nick Honeyman says he bought a French restaurant "as an excuse to get to Europe in summer". Audio
NZers with autism don't feel accepted by society: Study
Many Kiwis with autism say they don't feel accepted by society - or by their colleagues.
An international study released today shows only one in five autistic New Zealanders feel accepted by the… Audio
How to navigate conflict with a partner
Getting into a heated exchange with your partner over text is never a recipe for relationship success, says therapist Jo Robertson. "Nobody feels cared for over text message in a conflict. Nobody… Audio
Salvation Army concerned homelessness will increase under Govt's strict approach to Kāinga Ora tenants
A Salvation Army director says its housing unit doesn't have the space or resources to take in more evicted Kāinga Ora tenants.
Ian Hutson, Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit director, says he's… Audio