Life And Society
Group Chat: Chat GPT fails and weighing into Wicked
Kate Rodger and Afternoons Senior Producer Olivia Wilson are in studio with Jesse to talk about all the content clogging up their group chats. Audio
A-Z of Aotearoa: M for Māori Battalion
Kate Rodger and Afternoons Senior Producer Olivia Wilson are in studio with Jesse to talk about all the content clogging up their group chats. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 4 December 2025
The government changes to the Retirement Villages Act aims to give residents and their families clarity on repayments, but not everyone is happy; Stats NZ is defending its decision not to have a final… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 4 December 2025
The caretaker of the campground hit by a tornado in Manawatu yesterday says they're lucky no one was more seriously injured, or killed; Investigators have identified a defect that led to an Airbus… Audio
Is it better to sleep naked or wear pyjamas in summer?
What you wear to bed can affect the quality of your sleep. And if that's nothing at all, there are a few things to consider.
Kiwi winner at British Fashion Awards
A New Zealander has been crowned the inaugural Costume Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards. Kate Hawley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
IKEA finally opening its doors in Auckland
After years of anticipation, IKEA is about to open its doors to the New Zealand public. Finn Blackwell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
DOC warns lives at risk due to warnings being ignored
Up to 20 people a day are risking their lives venturing into closed areas of a popular Aoraki-Mt Cook National Park track, where construction and explosive work is under way. DOC operations manager… Audio
Another tough year for Auckland hospitality sector
It's been another tough year for hospitality, with few restaurants and bars immune to the cost of living crisis. For an insight on the industry we're joined by Lucien Law, founder and chief executive… Audio
New Zealand's most Googled words revealed
The most Googled phrases and words for 2025 are out today, and you might be surprised by what kiwis have been searching for. Google New Zealand's Communications and Public Affairs Manager, Carrie… Audio
Campground hit by tornado in Manawatu
The caretaker of the campground hit by a tornado in Manawatu yesterday says they're lucky no one was more seriously injured, or killed. Lance Phillips is a resident and caretaker of the Dudding Lake… Audio
'It reminds me of being a kid': People keeping letter writing alive
Slower pace of letter writing appeals to young Kiwis. Audio
'Cheap, tacky and tired looking': Do we need public Christmas tree displays?
Towns and cities across Aotearoa are hoisting their trees into place - symbols that, for many, come with a hefty price-tag.
Why flying is still the safest way to travel
Aviation under pressure: Airbus A320 glitch adds to a year of crashes, questions, and shaken confidence
Get your Christmas cards posted soon but who sends letters?
Reporter Ke-xin Li meets some young Kiwis who are connecting by writing letters Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
A round of golf with Richie McCaw, a Mt Maunganui apartment and a 1920s Rolls Royce - they're all on TradeMe this week. Audio
A year of aviation turbulence
Aviation under pressure: Airbus A320 glitch adds to a year of crashes, questions, and shaken confidence Audio
Thrift shop gets over 520kg in donations this year alone
And staff say they love working at Te Oraka so much, they'd do it for free.
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then, fashion critic Emma Gleason is back, this time for a walk in the shoes of retro… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 2 December 2025
Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa preview tonight's instalment of The Panel. Audio
