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40 years after the untimely death of Kelly Tarlton, a team made up of friends, family and marine enthusiasts embark upon an adventure to complete one of his final expeditions.
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Media chaplain and broadcaster Rev Frank Ritchie sits down with top New Zealand journalists to unpack that one story that most impacted them, personally and professionally.
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The shady, controversial and sometimes downright villainous characters of NZ history. Join William Ray as he explores history through the lens of Kiwi dirtbags in NZ's most awarded podcast.
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The story of New Zealand's most iconic band - Split Enz.
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Matangireia is a series of conversations examining the political legacies of Māori politicians.
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The business of playing for neurodiverse kids
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20:53New Zealand's first play zone for children with disabilities is becoming a charitable trust, with the goal of expanding services to cater for people of all ages. Parents of a young autistic boy took his diagnosis head on, creating New Zealand's first play zone for children with disabilities and attracting international attention and recognition… Go…
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This week producer Cosmo Kentish-Barnes is in his wet weather gear in the Tasman district meeting farmers and other rural residents, still battered and bruised from one catastrophic weather event, staring down the barrel of another deluge. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode here. In this episode: 0.38 News wrap 6.20…
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Double Blow: Tasman's rural resilience tested by back-to-back storms
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43:01As a second weather bomb lashed the Tasman region, Cosmo Kentish-Barnes was on the ground with farmers and rural people, still battered and bruised from the first flood and staring down the barrel of another deluge. You can find photos and read more here. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details…
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A wrap of the week's news from RNZ's rural news desk Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more detailsBy RNZ
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ACT launched its annual rally with a nod to coalition unity - but its leader David Seymour quickly stirred discord with a fiery letter to the United Nations. In Focus on Politics this week, RNZ acting political editor Craig McCulloch examines the three-way coalition dynamic. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details…
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Identities of British spies and SAS soliders leaked
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7:25United Kingdom correspondent Edward O'Driscoll spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about the identities of British spies and SAS soldiers being leaked as part of a huge data breach that also put thousands of Afghans at risk of reprisal from the Taliban, as well as 16 and 17 year olds in the UK now being able to vote in the next election.…
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Canterbury students missing class due to lack of parking
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3:44Frustrated University of Canterbury students are missing out on lectures or late for class because of the daily struggle to find a car park on campus or surrounding Ilam streets. Some have resorted to parking in staff spots so they can rush to exams, while others run the risk of getting tickets by breaching two-hour limits. Joe Shaw reports.…
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News from the business sector, including a market report.
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News from the business sector, including a market report.
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Hamilton gearing up to host All Blacks vs France
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5:05Hamilton is gearing up to host the All Blacks and France tomorrow evening. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
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Patients to be moved to Rotorua if Taupo Hospital closes
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4:41Contingency measures drawn up by concerned Taupo Hospital clinicians show plans to move patients to Rotorua Hospital if staff shortages forced Taupo's clinic to close. The hospital, which serves a population of 40,000 people in the tourist region, has struggled to attract enough senior doctors to fill its roster. This forced the hand of workers to …
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Fat Freddy's Drop founder Chris Faiumu 'DJ Mu' dies
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4:21New Zealand hip-hop great King Kapisi says he will always be proud of Fat Freddy's Drop founder Chris Faiumu, for taking Wellington and South Pasific music to the world. Mr Faiumu, also known as DJ Mu or Fitchie, died suddenly on Wednesday. He was a pioneer of the New Zealand music scene, and a force behind Fat Freddy's Drop, one of the most succes…
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DeLuney interrupts crown during closing arguments
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3:16Murder-accused Julia DeLuney interrupted the Crown during closing arguments at the High Court in Wellington this morning. She's on trial for the murder of her mother Helen Gregory on January 24 last year, a crime she denies. Kate Green reports.
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Child exploitation and beastiality material allegedly found on former top cop's work devices
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3:09It can now be revealed child exploitation and beastiality material were allegedly found on former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's work devices. McSkimming resigned as the country's second most powerful cop in May amid separate investigations by the Independent Police Conduct Authority and police. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherw…
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Christchurch entreprenuer selected for Dragons Den mentorship
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6:11A Christchurch entrepreneur whose business idea was once backed by the Kings charity for startups - has now landed another major supporter and cash boost. Nicole Gaviria has been selected from 16,000 business owners around the world to be mentored by Dragon's Den investor and Host of the Diary of a CEO podcast, Steven Bartlett. It's one of the worl…
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The All Blacks are seeking a series sweep over France with victory in tomorrow night's sold out third and final test in Hamilton and locals are keen to brush off any suggestion the city isn't a desirable destination. All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has made ten changes to his starting side for the match, with seven of the new players from the Chie…
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Changes to needle exchange contract spark concerns
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3:32Changes to a decades-long needle exchange contract have left people worried the decision will breed distrust, potentially leading to needle-sharing. Health NZ has not renewed the contract for DISC Trust, which has operated needle exchange services across the South Island for 35 years. Health chiefs have instead opted for a new provider. Katie Todd …
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Hollywood backed Wrexham to play Wellington Phoenix
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4:04Welsh football arrives on our shores this weekend with the Wellington Phoenix playing Wrexham in a pre-season clash. Wrexham's Hollywood owners have helped bring attention to the club off the pitch, while the players have achieved three successive promotions from non-league football to the English Championship on the pitch. But Wrexham aren't the o…
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Mother challenges MOE over 'outdated' school holidays model
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3:39One Tauranga mother is challenging the Ministry of Education over what she says is an outdated model for school holidays. Karina Tendler told RNZ the number of breaks kids have during the year seems to rely on an outdated expectation that families have one parent home all the time. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds looked into the issue and spoke t…
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Dozens killed in severe wet weather across Asia
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6:11Asia correspondent Adam Hancock spoke to Melissa Chan-Green about severe wet weather across Asia which has killed dozens of people, as well as two North Korean defectors who have made their debut in a brand new K-pop group.
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NZ wool company puts out open letter to NZ Rugby over beanies
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6:32It's the business equivalent of sporting's yellow card - a New Zealand wool company putting out an open letter to New Zealand rugby about the acrylic beanies that are made overseas. Norsewear posted on social media saying die hard fans had contacted them upset once they had realised their beanies were "synthetic, offshore imports". This lead the co…
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This week's critter of the week loves freezing temperatures, no sunlight and extreme pressure. It lives at extreme depths, seven kilometres down, not just surviving but thriving. Nicola Toki joins Jesse to discuss the supergiant amphipod, Alicella Gigantea.
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Find out how to get your washing done in a wet winter
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6:27For most of us winter has brought with it a lot of rain, and that makes drying washing challenging, and more than often expensive. Fortunately, The Housekeeper's Rachael Quinn is here to help.
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A twist on a French classic: Poires Belle Helene
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10:42Yellow Brick Road's Martin Bosley shares his recipe for Poires Belle Helene. The classic French dessert was invented in the 1800s, Martin explains why it's stood the test of time.
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Universal Language and Jaws @ 50 The Definitive Story
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13:00Kate Rodger recommends Universal Language (in cinemas) and Jaws @ 50 The Definitive Story on Disney+.
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Freaky Friday: The Sistine Chapel puzzle piece
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7:45Dara from Northland shares her story of a missing puzzle piece and some divine intervention.
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Midday Report Essentials for Friday 18 July 2025
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14:47In today's episode, A pioneer of the New Zealand music scene has died. Chris Ta'aloga Faiumu, also known as DJ Mu or Fitchie, was a founder of the band Fat Freddy's Drop; Fonterra is pleased to see the end of a long running trade dispute involving NZ and Canada; Teens in New Zealand are hoping the governments will follow the UK's lead and let under…
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We dip into the debate about which canned corned beef is best - Palm or Pacific. RNZ Tahi's So'omalo Iteni Schwalger shares his love of corned beef whatever the style.
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The Christchurch bar named best in Australasia
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7:52This week Christchurch's 'Cellar Door' was named Australasia's best wine bar, by 'World of Fine Wine Magazine'. Whie that's great news, in even better news it means the bar goes on to represent the region in the world finals later this year. Owner Tim Ogle chats to Jesse.
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The hunt is on for the best mousse in Aotearoa
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8:13Chef Peter Gordon joins Jesse to talk about a new competition called Mousse Masters, and what makes a good chocolate mousse.
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North and South magazine is returning to print this November. The magazine had moved to a digital newsletter in January, but positive growth and audience engagement means it is returning to being a physical magazine.
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Phoenix fans are anticipating cold weather but an electric atmosphere at Saturday's match against Wrexham FC. Phoenix supporter group Yellow Fever spokesperson Ethan Franfen spoke to Charlotte Cook.
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NZ teens hope govt follows UK's lead to let under 18s vote
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2:45Teens in New Zealand are hoping we follow the UK's lead and let under 18s vote. Make it 16 NZ Co-Director Thomas Brocherie spoke to Charlotte Cook.
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Midday Rural News for 18 July 2025.
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Midday Sports News for 18 July 2025.
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Midday Business News for 18 July 2025.
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