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Lord's first female groundskeeper: Meg Lay
Meg Lay is the first-ever female groundskeeper at the famous Lord's cricket ground in London and is back in New Zealand for the holidays. Audio
Chinese model rescued from scam centre in Myanmar
The area near the border with Thailand has become notorious in recent years for industrial-scale scam compounds concentrated in industrial parks.
Pakistan's Imran Khan handed 14-year jail term in land graft case
The ruling is a setback for talks between the former PM's party and the government, aimed at cooling political instability.
Sheep cruelty footage 'very concerning' - MPI
An official investigation into allegations of animal mistreatment has uncovered some "very concerning" instances documented within the video footage of an animal rights group exposé.
Trains on Tape: New Zealand Rail Scene Turns 30
Creator of the New Zealand Rail Scene Lindsay Benbrook joins Corey Fuimaono to discuss how the Rail Scene was founded, and how it's still in action 30 years later. Audio
Shoplifter threatened to rape Specsavers staff member
A drunken shoplifter threatened to rape and kill a Specsavers staff member as he stormed out of the store with more than $2000 worth of glasses.
'They don't even know the geography' - Telehealth consultation comedy of errors
A Westport woman says her appointment with the West Coast's new telehealth provider, Ka Ora, had her being told to "pop down" to a pharmacy a two and a half hour drive away.
Minister overhauls Waitangi Tribunal membership
The Minister for Māori Development has appointed eight new members to the Waitangi Tribunal.
Police respond to brawl at Auckland's Newmarket Station
One man was injured in a fall at the train station and a suspect is being sought by police.
Union mulls stab-proof vests, personal alarms after nurse attacked
Mental health nurses are "so worried about their safety" and more needs to be done, union says. Audio
Drop in NCEA level 1 success partly due to new requirements
The Qualifications Authority points to new literacy and numeracy requirements as the reason for half of last year's NCEA fails.
Labour inches ahead of National in new poll
This marks the first point Labour has led in the Taxpayer's Union-Curia polls since April 2023.
Auckland bus, ferry, train fares set to rise for many - but there are some winners
Auckland Transport is increasing fares for some and scrapping its 10 percent discount for off-peak travel.
Sex and libido coach Sofie Louise
The 's' word. How comfortable are you talking about it? If you wanted to try something new or different, would you know how to broach that with your partner? Audio
Museum stop: New Zealand Maritime Museum
Current and upcoming exhibits include Antarctica as seen through the eyes of a group of young artists or perhaps you'd like to see it for yourself through the magic of virtual reality. And for those… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 17th January
On today's episode, The deal negotiated between Israel and Hamas ensures at least 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid will enter Gaza every day of the ceasefire, with at least 50 of them carrying fuel… Audio
Native species of liverwort mimics medicinal cannabis effect
Medicinal cannabis products have boomed in popularity over the last few years, and now scientists have confirmed a native species of liverwort shares some of its elements. Audio
Is there such thing as healthy drinking?
Let's not water this down. For many, alcohol and the good life just don't mix. But what about those who just want to cut back?
'There's some magic there': Raves at crack of dawn
Dancing in the dark from early in the day is liberating - and has health benefits to boot, a longtime fan says. Audio
'Absolutely disgusted' - Locals furious over $75,000 safety fence theft
A local board member said the theft appears well-planned "brazen and appalling". Audio
