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Ponsonby shooter allegedly found dead in Taupo
RNZ understands the man sought after the fatal Ponsonby shooting has been found dead in the Central North Island. Reporter Maia Ingoe spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Genesis Energy to fire up coal imports, citing increased demand, dwindling gas supply
Genesis Energy is to resume importing coal, as reduced gas supplies and increased demand add to the problems of keeping the lights on. Audio
Labour leader Chris Hipkins on MP behaviour
Over at Parliament, the last seven days have been peppered with calls of bad behaviour in the House. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Inquiry into errors in last year's election released
The Justice Minister is signalling an end to voters' ability to enrol on election day. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Experts say university campuses are increasingly polarised
Experts say university campuses are increasingly polarised - with academics fearful of speaking out and university leaders trying to protect staff from internet trolls. Ellen O'Dwyer reports. Audio
Future of long-awaited hospital rebuild unclear
There are concerns that changes to Nelson Hospital's redevelopment plans will result in front line services being cut and poorer outcomes for patients.
TikTok sues to block US law which could ban app
TikTok said the measure was an "extraordinary intrusion on free speech rights".
Te Pati Maori face backlash over inflammatory language
A Te Pati Maori MP is facing backlash across the political spectrum for using inflammatory language in the House. MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Inquiry into errors into last year's election released
The Auditor General yesterday released his inquiry into errors with the final result of last year's general election. Chief Electoral Officer Karl Le Quesne spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Slope above SH1 landslip remains unstable
Soil is continuing to move at the top of the slopes above a big landslip on State Highway One over the Brynderwyns.
Te Pati Maori criticised for language in the House
Political parties have roundly criticised Te Pati Maori for using words like 'extermination' and 'white supremacy' in the House. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more. Audio
Chathams Island Mayor on stakeholder forum
MP Julie Anne Genter is making her first public appearance after a heated altercation with National MP Matt Doocey last week. Genter is attending the Chatham Islands Stakeholder Forum, as the region… Audio
Coca-cola brand to be dropped from Fiji Finals sporting event
The Director of Fiji's biggest sporting event has promised to drop the name and branding of it's sponsor Coca-Cola for next years' 50th anniversary. Audio
First home buyers benefit from lower prices and less competition - CoreLogic
First home buyers accounted for 26 percent of purchases in the first quarter of 2024, which was higher than the long-term average, latest data indicates.
Driver licencing is fraught from start to finish
There are traffic jams at the young end of driver licencing and fear and trepidation at the other end. Audio
How many beds will Waikeria Prison get?
The government has clarified just how many beds the Waikato prison will get after a series of maths gaffes - 455, 600, 810 or 1865? Audio
Pedestrian struck as pair flee police
A pedestrian was struck by a car that was fleeing police in central Palmerston North this afternoon.
New Kāinga Ora homes bring hope amid housing crisis
One family lived in a tent during the cyclone, while another ended up in emergency housing and even slept in a truck one night. These are their stories about moving into a brand new home.
Politics by Night with Ben McKay
AAP New Zealand correspondent Ben McKay joins Emile Donovan to discuss how AUKUS discourse has gone down on the other side of the ditch, ructions over Julie Anne Genter's conduct in the House, and his… Audio
Situation wanted: Looking for a job in your eighties
Don McGovern is keen on the outdoors, with experience in lawn mowing, landscaping and construction management. He's also 82.