National
Two dead after boat capsizes off Taranaki
The mayor of South Taranaki said a boat accident which killed two and left one in hospital is an absolute tragedy. Phil Nixon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Tissues or hankies: Which is less gross?
Storing a scrunched, snotty cloth up your sleeve probably wouldn't be advised, but they can offer just as much protection as a tissue if handled well.
Can you pick a wine based on the animal on the label?
Picking a bottle of wine can be fraught, but could the winemaker's choice of animal imagery tell us anything about the wine's quality or value, or both?
Witi Ihimaera - reclaiming his reo at 80
Legendary author Witi Ihimaera is the man behind Whale Rider and Pounamu Pounamu. Already a celebrated master of the pen, at the age of 80 he felt a yearning to master something new and learn te reo… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 13 June 2025
Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's instalment of The Panel. Audio
Critter of the Week
Critter of the week is the New Zealand Backswimmer! This week's critter is a common inhabitant of ponds. You may have seen them before, swimming under the surface upside down! The New Zealand… Audio
Mary Patu can still kick you in the knee at 86
"I can't kick to the head, because I can't reach that high now, but I can take someone's knee out," says 86-year-old martial arts teacher Mary Patu.
Gumboots and cowgirl style: The fashion of Fieldays
With gloomy weather shadowing the event, attendees came prepared for downpours, mud and wind.
Book dealer sickened by plan to destroy half a million books
Hard To Find Books owner Warwick Jordan says he couldn't sleep last night, thinking about the offers he's made to take the National Library's books.
What are the best shark movies of all time?
Aussie horror flick Dangerous Animals is the latest in the ever popular shark attack oeuvre, Dominic Corry looks at some of the best post-Jaws movies.
11 sunscreens sold in NZ don't meet SPF claims - report
Most of 20 popular sunscreens tested didn't meet the mark, including one that was wildly off.
The Pre-Panel for 12 June 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer José Barbosa to preview this evening's marlarky. Audio
NZ Sporting History: Phil Gifford on Stu Wilson
New Zealand rugby lost another great this week with Stu Wilson dying at the age of 70. For most of his career, Stu served as a winger, playing 85 games for the All Blacks and almost 200 for… Audio
How Brian Wilson's music changed the world (and 10 of his best songs)
The former Beach Boy's distinctive sound - sunshine tinged with melancholy - still rings true, writes longtime fan Nik Dirga.
The National Library set to destroy 500,000 books
Yesterday morning, the National Library of New Zealand began the process of destroying half a million books and says they're going to be shredded and fed back into the recycling system. The library… Audio
TAIC calls for stricter drone rules after near-miss with plane
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission said a near-miss between a plane and a drone above Auckland last year showed the need for better control over drones and their operators. Reporter Finn… Audio
Maritime Union on Interislander ferry Aratere breaking down
The Maritime Union is concerned over the latest breakdown of the beleaguered Aratere ferry. Carl Findlay spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Former New Plymouth mayor remembered as a 'visionary'
Former New Plymouth mayor David "Daisy" Lean is being remembered as a "visionary" who injected a youthful energy into the role. Robin Martin reports. Audio
Gender disparities in maths performance revealed
Research has found that gender disparities in maths performance, favouring boys, shows up as early as four months into their formal schooling. Massey University professor Jodie Hunter spoke to Corin… Audio
Interislander sailings cancelled as Aratere ferry breaks down
Two Interislander sailings have been cancelled after the Aratere ferry broke down on a sailing from Picton to Wellington. Interislander executive general manager Duncan Roy spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
