Life And Society
90-year-old attempts to break world record
Merv Grewar proves that age is no barrier. He'll be 90 when he attempts to break a rowing world record next Saturday to raise awareness and funds for Dementia Canterbury. Audio
Otatara meat worker retires after 64 years on the job
Eighty-year-old Ken McLeod started in the meat industry in 1962, when he was only 16. He spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Frustration over Erebus memorial decision
Disgusted, disappointed and furious - those are words of Simone Bennett reacting to the government's announcement that the long-awaited National Erebus Memorial will be built in Christchurch. She… Audio
A Kerikeri tradie turned a car park into an abundant veggie plot
"It's flourishing, it's a really good feeling."
An acre full of colourful Christmas lights, extravagant animations
The Shands Rd Christmas Experience in Christchurch has been attracting thousands of visitors for the past 19 years.
Turning old bread into flour and then into tasty tortillas
An Auckland company that's taking loaves full circle is now branching out to other products.
Relationships: Advice for those tricky moments in life
Okay it is time to talk relationships now, whether romantic, professional or somewhere in between, Jesse is joined by Professor Kirsty Ross from Massey University's School of Psychology Do let us know… Audio
National Erebus Memorial Location Revealed
This afternoon it has been announced where the memorial to honour those killed in the Mt Erebus flight will be built. Jesse speaks to Rev Dr Richard Waugh, the instigator of the National Erebus… Audio
Louis Davis named NZ Tik Tok creator of the year
Husband, father and ocean lover is how New Zealand's TikTok creator of the year describes himself on social media. Louis Davis has been crowned by the public as Aotearoa's best creator of 2025, at the… Audio
Yes, shouting at seagulls actually works
Seagulls who hear a raised voice are more likely to flinch, stop pecking at food and leave the area, a new study has found.
The history of the iconic chocolate fish
Senior writer at The Spinoff, Alex Casey has been taking a deep dive into the history of the chocolate fish and why they are our preferred reward for a job well done. Audio
Tradie creates flourishing garden in company carpark
It started as a tiny seed of an idea, but it has grown into a flourishing vege garden, in an unlikely spot; a concrete company carpark in Kerikeri. Now that carpark is feeding a bunch of families in… Audio
Low alcohol beers becoming more popular with Kiwis
Kiwis are knocking back more lower-alcohol beers, but it's less about the alcohol and more about their waistlines, says one expert. Beer magazine editor Michael Donaldson spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Wonderful World of TradeMe with Emma Bacon
Emma Bacon has this week's listings from TradeMe - including an E-Type Jag and a waterfront Waiheke property. Audio
Are solo drinkers a problem for bars?
A Manchester bar owner has caused a furore over his policy to ban solo drinkers to his bar after 9pm. Audio
Wellington milliner with 150-year legacy unveils new space amid turbulent times
Hills Hats has crafted the headwear that defines famous artists and frontline services.
Air NZ crew strike could have sever impact across Oceania
An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand staff going on strike could have a severe impact throughout Oceania. Irene King spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Are Black Friday sales worth the hype?
Consumer NZ has spent 12-weeks tracking the prices of products from four big box retailers, to see if the bargains are all they're cracked up to be. Head of research and advocacy at Consumer NZ, Gemma… Audio
Metallica gets Auckland rocking with visitor spend
Metallica thrilled tens of thousands of fans at Eden Park the weekend - generating more than an estimated 5-million-dollars for Auckland's economy. Audio
Why do some people enter best-dressed competitions again and again?
Best-dressed competitions at horse races are their own beast when it comes to style, drawing a unique field of contestants.
