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Dargaville to represent NZ at theatre festival in Monaco
The Dargaville Little Theatre has been selected to represent New Zealand in the World Amateur Theatre Festival in Monaco this year. Troy Matich reports. Audio
Panel: What's coming up in politics in 2025
This year is set to be a big year for the coalition government, with the economy and race relations already hot topics, and a change of deputy Prime Minister on the cards. Political commentators… Audio
Justice Committee to hear 80 hours of oral submissions on Treaty Principles Bill
The Justice Committee will listen to 80 hours of oral submissions on the controversial Treaty Principles Bill, over the course of a month. Justice committee chairperson James Meager spoke to Paddy… Audio
London based musician Arjuna Oakes live in the studio
Singer, songwriter, and composer now based in London Arjuna Oakes joins Mark and Kara live in studio, talking about the their experience making music in London, their upcoming tour, and they even pick… Audio
Samoan Superstar King Kapisi on his favourite New Zealand album
Mark and Kara catch up with the Samoan superstar King Kapisi, and they're keen to hear what his Essential New Zealand Album is. Audio
Rising pop artist Max Allais
2025 has started with a bang for young Kiwi-French musician Max Allais, whose song 'When the Party Ends' has exploded online. Audio
Wētā FX scores two nominations at BAFTAs
The Wellington studio has been recognised in Britain's top movie honours for their visual effects work on two international films.
SailGP roars to life in Tāmaki Makaurau
Thousands are expected on Auckland's waterfront and out on the harbour to watch a 12-strong international field match race their F50 foiling catamarans. Audio
FENZ opens latest recruitment round
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has opened its latest recruitment round and wants more women to apply for career firefighter roles. Firefighter Ady McKenzie spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Taranaki ice swimmer wins junior world championship title
Taranaki ice swimmer Madeline Hobo has added a world championship title to her junior 500m freestyle world record secured in Alexandra last year. Hobo spoke to Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio
Who is Neil Gaiman - the author facing sexual assault allegations in NZ?
The new sexual assault allegations have halted film and TV adaptations of the fantasy writer's work that were in production.
How to talk to your teens about NCEA results
Do you ask the teenager in your life how they did? Do you let them tell you? What do you do if it's not good news? Parenting coach Sheridan Eketone shares some tips. Audio
Latest from the Australian Open
Dave Worsley drops by with the latest from the tennis over the ditch. Audio
Research project aims to protect rural homes from wildfires
A Canterbury University student who saw his neighbour's house burn down in a wildfire has been part of a research project aiming to protect rural homes from future blazes. Anna Sargent reports. Audio
Increase in petrol prices may see spike in EV sales
Petrol prices are on the rise again, and the chair of advocacy group Drive Electric says an increase in prices at the pump often leads to a spike in EV sales. Drive Electric chairperson Kirsten Corson… Audio
Wildfire risk on the rise in New Zealand: Expert
A climate change expert says New Zealand's wildfire risk is on the rise and the country needs to start preparing now. Victoria University wildfire and ecology researcher Dr Nicola Day spoke to Paddy… Audio
Lotto confirms proposal to ban under-18s from buying products
Selling Lotto tickets to those under 18 is set to be banned later this year. Problem Gambling Foundation advocacy and public health director Andree Froude spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
NCEA results released
More than 160,000 students will be able to access their provisional NCEA results from last year's exams through the New Zealand Qualifications Authority website on Wednesday. Secondary Principals'… Audio
Experts warn NZ needs to prepare for wildfires
As the death toll rises from LA's devastating wildfires, experts here are warning that New Zealand urgently needs to prepare for our own wildfires. Climate change correspondent Eloise Gibson reports. Audio
New Zealand's hidden gem beaches
Travel writer Peter Janssen joins Anna to share some unique, quiet spots to catch some summer sun. Audio
