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Parking penalties jump 70% - so can you get out of them?
Parking penalties have jumped 70 percent around Aotearoa - but is it fair, and can you get out of them? Audio
Minister will release mystery advice about tobacco products
In an interview with RNZ, NZ First's Casey Costello has said she will release 'independent advice' about what she says are the merits of heated tobacco products.
Man allegedly used migrant's name to claim asylum benefit, now facing charges
The agent did not turn up to their first court appearance, and a warrant has been issued for their arrest, MSD says.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 2 October 2024
In today's episode, Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran's missile attack on Israel was a "big mistake" and has vowed Iran will pay - and should not underestimate Israel's determination to punish its enemies… Audio
Roading subcontractor involved in corruption case named
A roading subcontractor convicted of submitting false invoices and corruptly giving gifts to an agent has lost name suppression.
Luxon's property profits highlight unfairness - Labour
The Prime Minister recently sold two properties, making a profit which is exempt from tax. Audio
Concern end of free RATs will lead to more spread of Covid-19
Other illnesses did not require patients to pay for their own testing, one doctor said. Audio
Why everyone wants to move to Christchurch
The Garden City has shed its staid image and is solidly on the up. How did this happen?
Massey University had no plan B when online exams failed
Massey could not initially contact its technology service provider during an online exam failure that affected hundreds of students. Audio
Minister says crackdown on spies coming
Paul Goldsmith says tougher criminal rules for espionage are on the way.
Has the interest deductibility change actually worked?
New Zealand's rental market is cooling - but how much of that is due to the return of interest deductibility for investors?
Why does the new Dunedin Hospital cost so much?
New Zealand has some unique building challenges, experts say - but should a new hospital be one of them?
Former NSW police chief on the mental toll of high-stakes jobs
Craig Semple spent nearly twenty five years investigating some of the worst crimes imaginable. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 2 October 2024
On today's episode, missiles have been launched at Israel from Iran. It comes in response to Israel's " limited ground operation" in southern Lebanon as well as air and missile strikes on Syria, Iraq… Audio
Will Boy George be able to get into NZ for a tour?
The Culture Club singer's previous convictions will be weighed up by immigration authorities ahead of his upcoming New Zealand tour.
Australia: Online dating code, indigenous interpreters
Australia correspondent Chris Niesche talks about an online dating code and how negative equity and capital gains taxes are back on the national agenda. Audio
Tiny home subdivision for elderly hampered by red tape
Age Concern Rotorua had plans to build tiny homes at a good rent for the elderly - but now the man behind the project says the process was a red tape nightmare. Audio
Climate adaptation report called "vague"
A Parliamentary committee has released its report into climate change adaptation, but some of the committee's own MPs think it is too vague. Audio
GPs concerned over impact of free Covid tests ending
Public health advice still urges people to test and isolate if they have the virus - but now those who suspect they have Covid will need to pay. College of General Practitioners Medical Director Dr… Audio
Mobility parking spot fines increase to $750
The fine for parking in a mobility parking spot has just gone up from $150 to $750. IHC Director of Advocacy Tania Thomas spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
