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The truth about 'man flu', the answer may surprise many
Some research indicates there might be some merit to the term 'man flu.' Audio
Exercise during TV ad breaks can lead to a better night's sleep
If you're a TV watcher in the evenings, there's a good chance you'll get more sleep at night if you do some light exercise in the ad breaks, according to new research. Audio
Storm may develop near Upper North Island
A messy storm could rapidly develop near the upper North Island this weekend, making for a wet and windy end to the school holidays. Early forecasts show low-pressure systems in the Tasman - and… Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Jess Malcolm
A fast boat, a French mansion and a wooden Harley - all you need is on TradeMe this week Audio
New app uses avatars as digital mentors for children
A small tech company is working on an app it hopes could act as a digital mentor for children. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 16 July 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Mark Leishman previews tonight's show and producer José Barbosa talks about NZ's "best" "city". Audio
Power list shines light on part-time corporate leaders
An employment consultant has launched a power list with a difference, 25 New Zealanders in senior roles who are working part time. Audio
AA backs rollout of speed camera signs in Auckland, Northland
The Automobile Association says the long-promised rollout of new speed camera signs for Northland and Auckland in the coming weeks is a win-win-win for everybody. AA says the signs will get drivers… Audio
The social worker taking clients roadside
Every day, social worker Scotty Harvey hops into his 1997 Toyota Camry, covered from bonnet to boot in messages of support and hope, and drives to a roadside spot where he parks up for the day to… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 15 July 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Mark Leishman previews tonight's show and producer José Barbosa talks about his new obsession: LAT relationships. That is: couples who live in separate houses. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 15 July 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Mark Leishman previews tonight's show and producer José Barbosa talks about his new obsession: LAT relationships. That is: couples who live in separate houses. Audio
Expert Feature: Wigs and toupees
Today wigs are often associated with costume parties and dressing-up, but for many people a wig or hairpiece can mean the difference between high and low-self esteem, for both men and women… Audio
The power of part time, a new list to celebrate work life balance
Part-time work isn't usually associated with a mark of success in one's career, but a new list has been celebrated to do just that. Audio
Benefit appointments move to phone calls, sanctions possible
Thousands of young people on the job seeker benefit will now meet with a case manager over the phone, but may face sanctions if they miss the call without a good reason. The new over-the-phone service… Audio
African Film Festival returns to New Zealand for the ninth year
Bringing the best of Pan African cinema to New Zealand each year, the African Film Festival returns this month. Audio
Fitness guru Richard Simmons dead at 76 - reports
His housekeeper reportedly found him unresponsive on Saturday morning. Video
Celebrity sex therapist Dr Ruth Westheimer dies at 96
Renowned sex therapist and talk show host Dr Ruth Westheimer, who spoke openly about sex and intimate subjects, was 96.
How to raise a good dog: Tips from the stars of The Dog House NZ
Helen and Gavin Cook, who run an animal rescue centre north of Auckland, are the stars of TVNZ's hit show The Dog House NZ. In the new book Good Dogs, the English-born couple share advice from their… Audio
Shaun Wallace: Chasing the All Blacks
The Dark Destroyer has been quizzing his way around New Zealand raising money for charity as he goes. He's also managed to squeeze in a couple of All Blacks games. The star of the Chase, Shaun… Audio
A nation reinvented: 40 years on from Labour's 1984 victory
Opinion -The Fourth Labour Government swept in a tide of change, moulding the way we think about politics and what is considered politically possible, Richard Shaw writes. Video