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Dame Valerie Adams is on a mission to help thousands of tamariki in South Auckland as winter bites.

Kiwi companies Sanford, Xero, and Manawa Energy have results coming this week.

Right off the back of a drought, Kaitaia, Kerikeri and Whangarei all had their wettest April in recorded history.

Kiran Dass reviews The Book of Guilt by Catherine Chidgey published by Te Herenga Waka University Press.

The number of financial hardship Kiwisaver withdrawals is now surpassing the number for withdrawals for first-home deposits for the first time.

Nearly 50 years ago, Jack Hobbs began working on transforming some farmland in Manurewa into what is now Auckland Botanic Gardens.

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In today's episode, next week's Budget will include $100 million over four years for expert maths teachers and maths tests at primary and intermediate schools, the government is refusing to reveal any details about what exactly led to the resignation of former deputy police commissioner Jevon McSkimming, in Australia Bunnings is rated the most trus…

In the USA, markets are taking the pause in tariffs with China as an indication of a lasting peace agreement.

Why do some octogenarians have exceptional memories? Emily Rogalski explains.

An Avondale-based manufacturer has developed a sustainable wool product it hopes could restore the fortunes of the struggling industry.

Hundreds of thousands of people don't have as much paid work as they need - with labour market data showing fewer hours are being worked.

Community-based trapping efforts are being credited with two vulnerable coastal birds returning in increasing numbers to Taranaki. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin went birdwatching.

New Zealand's top male golfer, Ryan Fox, earned a breakthrough win on the PGA Tour when he chipped in during a playoff hole to win the Myrtle Beach Classic in South Carolina. Fox spoke to Corin Dann.

The government will consider protections for elk, or wapiti deer, living in Fiordland National Park. Hunting and Fishing Minister James Meager spoke to Corin Dann.

Market Update for 13 May 2025

Market Update for 13 May 2025

An academic, whose research focuses on the societal impacts of social media, says the government's proposal to ban social media for under 16s is a step in the right direction. University of Auckland's Shohil Kishore spoke to Corin Dann.

Wellington police have confirmed they are investigating multiple complaints about a Wellington man which RNZ understands to be of a sexual nature. Police reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

The government is spending $100 million over the next four years to help primary and intermediate school children who are stuggling with maths. Principals Federation president Leanne Otene spoke to Corin Dann.

The government is refusing to reveal any details about what exactly led to the resignation of former deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming. Political editor Jo Moir spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Cricket's Indian Premier League will resume this weekend following the announcement of a ceasefire between Pakistan and India.

The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport.

The US military is holding talks with New Zealand about launching more satellites from here. Phil Pennington reports.

Hamas has released the last known hostage who's a U.S citizen. Correspondent in Tel Aviv Trent Murray spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The number of rental properties available has hit levels not seen in years, and rents are softening. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann.

As the government looks into banning social media for under 16s, some schools are dealing with online bullying in secret social media pages. Rachel Helyer Donaldson has more.

Sharemarkets around the world have lifted after a temporary truce in the trade war between China and the US. Westpac's chief economist Kelly Eckhold spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Next week's Budget will include $100 million over four years for expert maths teachers and maths tests at primary and intermediate schools. Education Minister Erica Stanford spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Health New Zealand wants to knock 20,000 elective surgeries off its waiting lists by outsourcing thousands of simple cases to private hospitals and getting public sector doctors to work more hours. Anusha Bradey reports.

The United States and China have come to an agreement to temporarily suspend most of the tariffs the two nations had placed on each other's goods. Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives spoke to Corin Dann.

The Prime Minister, Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Police Commissioner Richard Chambers are not talking about the two investigations into police deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming.

RNZ understands pornography has been found on the work computer of the former police deputy commissioner Jevon McSkimming. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Corin Dann.

Cricket's Indian Premier League will resume this weekend following the announcement of a ceasefire between Pakistan and India.

The latest RNZ Pacific news and sport.

Business news for 13 May 2025

Business news for 13 May 2025

In Australia Bunnings is rated the most trusted brand in the country. But it's now being accused of misleading consumers with its pricing promise to beat the same stoked item found elsewhere by 10 percent in Australia and 15 percent in New Zealand. Consumer NZ chief executive Jon Duffy spoke to Corin Dann.…

The government is investing $100 million to help primary school children who are struggling with maths. University of Canterbury senior lecturer in Mathematics Education David Pomeroy spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

News from the rural farming sector.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.

David Seymour says the Prime Minister is being overly optimistic in stating the ACT party had shifted its position on a social media ban for under 16-year-olds. But he told our political reporter Lillian Hanly he hasn't had changed of heart and it looks like it's the other way round.

The Public Service Association starts mediation with the government on Tuesday, as the union wants to retain working from home arrangements for government employees. PSA National Secretary Fleur Fitzsimons spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

In the U.S stocks have soared on opening, and so too oil prices, after a deal was struck in its tariff fight with China. Associated Press White House and economic policy reporter Josh Boak spoke to Corin Dann.

Cricket's Indian Premier League, which was suspended for a week amid fighting between India and Pakistan, will resume this weekend following the announcement of a ceasefire between the two countries.