Life And Society

Most of us who took some time off over the holidays will be getting back into the swing of things by now. But why are we feeling so tired? Professor Ian Hickie, Co-Director of Health and Policy at The… Audio

What are the dangers for society when a perfect face and body - especially for women - are not just promoted, but also possible? Whether it's a 10 step skincare regime, cosmetic injections or plastic… Audio

The founder of a Cook Islands NGO advocating for LGBT+ rights in the Cook Islands has been awarded the 'Franco-German Prize for Human Rights and the Rule of Law'. Audio

Nathan Joe is the creative director of Auckland Pride, which is putting on another month-long programme of events to empower, celebrate and serve the queer community. Audio

Anika Moa has a new podcast! She chats about issues that are personal to her and her guests, with the likes of movie producer Chelsea Winstanley, White Ferns captain Sophie Devine, actor Robyn Malcolm… Video, Audio

Auckland art gallery has been gifted 15 masterpieces worth $178 million, in what is considered to be one of the most significant philanthropic gifts in local history. 

Included are works by Pablo… Audio

There'll be some serious day time sheep counting in Southland tomorrow, as shearer Sacha Bond attempts a world record. She'll have nine hours to shear more than 452 ewes, the current record in this… Video, Audio

The future of Mt Ruapehu is again shrouded in uncertainty after the presumed buyer Whakapapa ski slopes buyer walked away. A government rescue package meant skiing could at last take place on the… Video, Audio

When is the right time to talk to children about depictions of sex on the internet?  Audio

Nathan Rarere catches up with Robin Martin for the latest regional stories from Taranaki. Audio

New research from the University of Queensland suggests online anonymity gives 'keyboard warriors' the opportunity to exhibit sadistic behaviour. Audio

One listener asks: My partner and I are travelling for a friend's lavish European wedding, but I've been left off the guest list. What do I do? Audio

Evacuations are underway in an Auckland suburb, because of a massive fire in Onehunga. Helicopters and more than 20 fire crews are dealing with the blaze at the Gorilla Waste facility. Black smoke has… Video, Audio

Many Wellington dog owners are surprised to learn their four-legged mates are not welcome on city beaches over summer.

So, on a hot day when a pup needs to cool their paws in the surf, they might… Audio

If you've got a fleet of light aircraft and can't fit them all up the drive, TradeMe are coming to the rescue Producer Jeremy Parkinson spoke with TradeMe's Jess Malcolm about a property listed this… Audio

Dreaming of taping a snorer’s mouth shut? Struggling to snooze? Stacey Morrison finds out if mouth taping, sleep syncing and the latest apps and technology could be the secret to getting a good… Audio