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How to talk to teens about eating disorders
Disordered eating isn't always easy to detect yet it affects about 30 percent of teen girls, 15 percent of teen boys and many in the transgender population. Audio
Mike King calls for unity ahead of Gumboot Friday
In the leadup to Gumboot Friday 2025, mental health advocate Mike King calls on everyone to unite and support a "greater cause": the mental well-being of our rangatahi.
The story of the Polish refugees who found safety in New Zealand
Eighty years ago, 733 shaven-headed children arrived in New Zealand as refugees from Poland - now Pahīatua, their adopted home, is welcoming some back, along with their descendants. Video, Audio
A cookbook for being 'intelligently lazy' in the kitchen
Margo and Rosa Flanagan - known as Two Raw Sisters - have a new cookbook which they say is all about saving people time and money. Audio
Dr Hinemoa Elder: How Māori proverbs can support children's wellbeing
Over nearly 20 years as a child psychiatrist, Dr Hinemoa Elder has witnessed first-hand how connection with culture can help Māori youth navigate and heal from challenges. Audio
Salmonella Dub embraces nature on their new album
Once a "bad-taste" Christchurch covers band, Salmonella Dub is now a world-class drum and bass act whose distinctly Kiwi flavour is stronger than ever. Video, Audio
Carving out a better life
Former gang member Sully Paea has dedicated decades to youth work and taught himself how to carve vaka during the pandemic. Audio
From bedtime reading to book clubs: How Stories Change Us
Professor Elaine Reese explores the intersection of psychology and literacy, asking why fewer than 2% of bookclubs are attended by men. Audio
CHOGM: More than just an expensive talkfest
A look at some of the people who turned up to the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting, hoping to advance plans for global change Audio
The twilight of the movie superhero age
Are movie goers Marvelled-out, done with DC? Film producers are betting we're not completely over superheroes, with the release of offerings featuring Batman villains, but not the caped crusader… Audio
What I learned after 20 years of doing a love column
Daniel Jones didn't think he'd still be doing a New York Times column about love two decades and 200,000 submissions later. Audio
The Art of Controversy: Hohepa Thompson on making people think
Hohepa Thompson – aka Hori – an artist and activist, tells Anika Moa about how he turned his biggest regret around and now spreads the word about te reo Māori with love and laughter. Video, Audio
The Thames Valley rugby team that outshone the Auld Mug
The most celebrated victory of New Zealand's incredible sporting weekend may have been the one at a small rugby ground in Te Aroha. Audio
Moana 2 Reo Maori releasing same days as English version
For the first time, a reo adaptation of a Disney film will be released at the same time as its English counterpart. Moana 2 and Moana 2 Reo Maori will both be released in cinemas on November the 28th… Audio
Parenting: how to talk about body image issues with teenagers
Christchurch-based clinical psychologist Catherine Gallagher shares tips for parents worried about their child's body image. Audio
Northland in National Geographic's Best of the World 2025
Northland has been recognised in National Geographic's Best of the World 2025. National Geographic has described the region as being one of the most exciting, meaningful and one of a kind travel… Audio
Creating beautiful spaces, no matter the place or budget
Landscape designer Michael Mansvelt says opulent home designs don't have to be expensive - it's about being brave to have fun and sticking to your values. Audio
Garage sale heaven
If you like a good forage, then the Teviot Valley Garage Sale Trail could be for you. Audio
Are you in any of these iconic photos?
The family of the photographer Ans Westra is holding a campaign to find living subjects from her work. Audio
Post-weaning depression 'taking women by surprise' when breastfeeding ends
Post-weaning depression, also sometimes referred to as weaning blues, can occur when women stop breastfeeding, and include symptoms similar to those of postpartum depression.
