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1 Man arrested over Liverpool parade crash to appear in court 6:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUnited Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about how the man arrested over the Liverpool parade crash is due to appear in court, how packets of Haribo lollies are being recalled in the Netherlands after traces of cannabis were found and how a Welsh woman is offering a $1000 reward for the safe return of her pet tortoise.…
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1 Rail shut down for Auckland and Wellington over long weekend 5:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRail services in the capital and Auckland are grinding to a halt this long weekend for maintenance, disrupting travel for tens thousand of people, including rugby fans. In Auckland services are off from today. Buses will replace trains allow for ongoing up-graded need for the City Rail Link Project's that already caused significant upheaval. In Wellington he rail shut down is from tomorrow, which could prove challenging for the tens of thousands of people trying to get to the Sky Stadium for the big game between Moana Pasifika and the Hurricanes. Kiwi Rail's chief metro and capital programme officer Dave Gorden spoke to Lisa Owen.…
1 MMA fighter Dan Hooker vows to stage more backyard fights 3:30
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKiwi MMA fighter Dan Hooker has vowed to stage more backyard fights in future. The UFC lightweight last weekend hosted 32 men in a 'one minute scrap' tournament for a 50,000 dollar prize. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
1 Researchers disputing UNICEF NZ youth suicide statistics 5:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAfter one of the most respected child advocacy agencies in the world ranked New Zealand the lowest out of 36 countries for youth mental health, the appalling figure was widely quoted. The report on global child wellbeing also highlights New Zealand as having the worst rate of youth suicide. But two Auckland University researchers are disputing that figure, and now a former UNICEF Aotearoa employee is backing their claims. Davina Zimmer reports.…
1 Prosecuting parents of truant kids pointless - Principal 6:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedPushing to prosecute parents of chronically truant kids is a pointless exercise according to one school principal. Associate Education Minister David Seymour is leading the government charge to get more kids back in class. He's announced the Education Ministry is proactively contacting schools and attendance officers to make sure parents of chronically absent students are referred to them for possible prosecution. Rangiora High School Principal Bruce Kearney spoke to Lisa Owen.…
1 Dargaville residents asked to conserve water, reservoir at 10% 5:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDargaville residents are being asked to conserve water after maintenance teams have worked for hours to patch major breaks in the system. At one point the towns reservoir was down to 10 percent full. Water trucks from Whangarei, Maungaturoto and Ruawai have been pumping water back into the town supply, but have been struggling to keep pace. Kaipara District Council CEO Jason Marris spoke to Lisa Owen.…
Driving schools that offer lessons in high-tech car simulators are at odds with the transport agency over safety risks they could pose for learner drivers once they hit the road. The NZTA argues simulators could encourage over-confidence, putting new drivers at greater risk of crashing, but instructors insist they aren't dangerous. Joe Shaw reports.…
1 Demand increases for Hutt Valley social enterprise 3:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA social enterprise in the Hutt Valley said demand for basic essentials has increased since the public sector cuts. Common Unity Project Aotearoa is based in a building called the The Remakery - home to a koha cafe, community garden and textile workshop. It's been providing support to the community for over 12 years, by giving away fresh produce, clothing and and hosting training workshops. But as demand soars, so too does the need for more donations. Bella Craig reports.…
It's Friday - but for rugby fans it's more of a Fri-YAY as Aotearoa heads into the exciting and somewhat confusing final round of Super Rugby. Sports Reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
1 Taupo dinosaur statue 'Boom Boom' explodes online 5:47
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBoom Boom, the Taupo dinosaur, is exploding on social media after a rocky start with some rate payers. The near ten metre tall dinosaur sculpture sitting on a large geometric rock is the town's latest attraction. The sculpture first gained attention after the council contributed a one off grant of one hundred thousand dollars, while residents are facing a rates increase of more than eight percent. Now Boom Boom is attracting international attention online. Taupo Mayor David Tewavas spoke to Lisa Owen.…
1 Japan cracking down on 'unworthy' names for kids 3:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAsia correspondent Erin Hale spoke to Lisa Owen about Covid-19 in Taiwan, Japan cracking down on weird names for kids like Pikachu and how a Chinese paraglider accidentally flew more than 8500 metres above sea level.
Before the King's Birthday long weekend is done, a list of kiwi's will be crowned with their own titles, when the honours list is unveiled on Monday. Those people will recieve titles such as dame or knight, or letters like ONZM, officer of the New Zealand order of merit for meritorious service to the Crown and the nation. Anyone can nominate a person they think is worthy of New Zealand royal honour. The applications are considered by the Cabinet Appointments and Honours Committee. The Prime Minister then makes the final recommendation to the King. Helen Clark, ONZ, joined Lisa Owen to discuss the list.…
1 Package containing 40kg of cocaine washes up on Norfolk Island 2:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn a curious case on Norfolk Island, a package believed to contain about 40 kilograms worth of cocaine has washed up onshore. It was found by tourists on Tuesday afternoon at Anson Bay. Caleb Fotheringham has more.
1 Fallout over number of women on federal opposition front bench 6:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn Australia the federal opposition is vowing to rebuild and better represent the expectations of more Australians -- after copping a drubbing at the recent election. But the coalition's first female leader Sussan Ley is already under fire for reducing the number of senior women on her front bench. Our correspondent Nick Grimm joins us.…
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1 Govt launches Resource Management consultation 3:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe government is billing its Resource Management consultation as the country's biggest ever change to national direction. It comes hot on the heels of the fast track changes and leading up the full RMA replacement due next year. Announcements were released under six ministers' names on everything from housing to mining to agriculture - and some of it's got environmental groups up in arms. Political reporter Russell Palmer has more.…
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1 Lydia Ko's pursuit of a career Grand Slam begins at US Open 4:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLydia Ko's pursuit of golf's career Grand Slam begins at the US Open in Wisconsin. A career grand slam on the LPGA Tour is when a player wins four of the five major championships over the course of a career. Ko is one major away and the US Open is one she's long wanted to win. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Councils compete to see who has best tasting tap water 3:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe North Island and South Island are going head-to-head in a competition to see which region has the best tasting tap water. Four New Zealand district councils are vying for the coveted title, including the reigning champions, Rotorua Lakes District Council. Samantha Gee was at the grand final in Nelson.…
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The stars of New Zealand music are sweeping up the red carpet right now for the 60th annual Aotearoa Music Awards. The celebration of New Zealand's best talent follows Lorde's surprise pop-up concert from a toilet cubicle at the Auckland central YMCA last night. Tahi presenter So'omalo Iteni Schwalger spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Some undocumented children have no rights to work, study 4:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedImagine growing up in New Zealand your whole life only to find at 18 that you have no right to work, study or even remain here. That's the reality facing a rising number of undocumented young people who were born after 2006's citizenship law change. Concerns are now mounting within ethnic communities as more children of overstayers emerge, with community leaders warning the teenagers may be the visible edge of a much deeper problem. RNZ Asia's Blessen Tom reports.…
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1 Big cash prices driving those to RUN IT game - Letele 8:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked19 year old Ryan Satterthwaite suffered a catastrophic head injury while playing a version of Run It Straight. Since the death some high profile sports people and organisations have come out warning of the dangers of the craze being promoted on social media. Two participants at an Official Run it Championship trial held in Auckland last week were knocked out. Former league star Manu Vatuvei who played for the Warriors and New Zealand team, was there and endorsed the game saying he loved it and he is happy its here in New Zealand. David Letele spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Calls for sports stars, influencers to speak out against RUN IT 4:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThere are mounting calls for sports stars and influencers to come out publicly against the dangers of run it-type games, including from the family of a man who died of head trauma over 20 years ago. Palmerston North 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite died when he was injured in a tackle game with friends. His uncle Pete has issued a public plea for rugby and rugby players, and social media influencers, to use their platforms to speak out. Jimmy Ellingham reports.…
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1 Poor health of Hawkes Bay Maori costing lives - report 6:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe poor health of Hawkes Bay Maori is costing lives and the region more than $120 million a year in lost productivity. That is according to a new study that investigates the link between health and work. It found the majority of lost productivity was due to Maori in the region dying prematurely due in many cases to mental illness, heart disease and diabetes. Lewis Ratapu, the co-chair of Tihei Taki-timu Iwi Maori Partnership Board spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Auckland gets full fleet of parking enforcement vehicles 4:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAuckland motorists who park without paying may want to think twice about chancing their arm now the city has full fleet of parking enforcement vehicles that can catch you out in a split second. The cars, which have advanced plate recognition cameras, digitally "chalk" the wheels of vehicles and assess whether they're parked illegally or not. Reporter Finn Blackwell went for a ride with an enforcement officer as they digitally marked cars on the most ticketed street in town.…
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1 Ardie Savea returns to Wellington since leaving Hurricanes 3:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedArdie Savea isn't expecting a very warm welcome on his return to Wellington. The Moana skipper returns to the capital for the first time since leaving his franchise of ten years. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 Canterbury school sell blocks of butter as fundraiser 5:07
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLeithfield School, Te Kura o Kowai, a primary school north of Christchurch has been selling 250 gram blocks for four bucks. It's a bargain compared to some supermarket butter blocks that are more than $10 for 500 grams depending on the brand. Principal Rob Cavanagh spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Elon Musk is removing one of his many hats, confirming he's bidding farewell to the White House. The billionaire owner of X and Tesla has spent the last few months heading up the Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE. United States correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 Cost of living making it hard to meet pets needs 5:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA survey for Companion Animals New Zealand in July last year found more than a quarter of people said the cost of living is making it hard to meet their animals needs. 3400 pet owners and guardians completed. Professor Nat Waran from Companion Animals New Zealand spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 Injured fans at Liverpool FC victory parade share stories 8:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUnited Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about how injured football fans who were at the Liverpool FC victory parade when a car drove into the crowd have been sharing their stories after being discharged from hospital and how a voiceover artist has been shocked to discover a version of her voice is being used on Scottish trains. She also spoke about Spanish authorities making a discovery that they say suggests neanderthals could make art.…
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Referee abuse is once again rearing its ugly head. However, the threats now appear to be escalating. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 Govt invests $108 million in education in fastest growing district 3:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEducation Minister, Erica Stanford, said the Selwyn district in Canterbury is getting a new 12 classroom primary school, 52 new classrooms at other existing schools as well as the government land-banking a site for a future primary. It's part of $161 million of spending on schools in the wider region. Timothy Brown was at Lincoln Primary School for the announcement, and filed this report.…
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1 Sport NZ board member and former police office on Run It craze 8:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRyan Satterthwaite suffered a catastrophic head injury and died on Monday after playing a version of the game where competitors plough into each other at full speed with no protective gear. At an official Run-it Championship trials event in Auckland at the weekend two competitors were knocked unconscious. There's a $200,000 cash prize for the winner of the finals. The Minister for Sport has asked for urgent advice from Sport New Zealand on the issue. Fauono Ken Laban former police officer, league player and coach and board member of Sport NZ spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 High School bans Run It Straight games on grounds 5:12
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA high school has banned Run It Straight tackle games on its grounds, denouncing them as nothing more than violence. Gisborne Boys' High School told its 820 students about the ban on Monday, just hours before the life support was turned off for 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite, who died from a head injury suffered in a game in Palmerston North at the weekend. Ryan's family today called for top sports stars to step up and warn of the risks involved. But as Jimmy Ellingham reports, it's an invitation not all are taking up.…
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1 Ministry of Education hunting for source of leaks to RNZ 4:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Education Ministry has appointed a Kings Counsel to hunt the source of a series of leaks to RNZ. The ministry wrote to RNZ to share an internal message announcing the investigation by Michael Heron KC. It also invited RNZ to meet with Mr Heron - an invitation we've refused. This happened just hours after we revealed that a Public Service Commission push to stop leaks was itself leaked to RNZ. John Gerritsen is our education correspondent.…
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1 Govt releases findings of Sport NZ independent rapid review 4:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe government has released the findings of independent rapid review of Sport New Zealand. The report, released by the minister for Sport and Recreation Mark Mitchell, has recommended potential changes to institutional and governance arrangements. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Privacy Commssion puts out new advice to protect children 6:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Privacy Commission has put out new filming and photography advice for organisations in a bid to protect children and young people. Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 North Korea speaks on Trump's plans for missile shield 4:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAsia correspondent Erin Hale spoke to Lisa Owen about how North Korea has had some strong words about Donald Trump's plans for a golden dome missile shield, how the new Pope seems to be turning his attention to China and Hong Kong zoo welcoming some new baby pandas.
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1 Former All Black warning people about Run It game 8:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA Former All Black is warning people off the Run It Straight game, where competitors smash into each other at full speed, after a teenager died playing a version of the social media driven trend at the weekend. 19 year old Ryan Satterthwaite died in Palmerston North hospital after suffering a catastrophic head injury. Meanwhile at an official Run-It Championship League in Auckland at the weekend two competitors were knocked unconscious Former All Black Saveatama Eroni Clarke, the Pasifika Engagement Manager for NZ Rugby spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Severe flooding in NSW causes death and destruction 6:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAustralia correspondent Nick Grimm spoke to Lisa Owen about how severe flooding has been causing death and destruction for communities on the New South Wales east coast and how a push is on to include the sport of trail running in the 2032 Olympic Games being held in Brisbane.
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1 Cable car companies unveil plans to connect Queenstown 3:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA cable car race is underway in Queenstown, as two different companies unveil their schemes to connect the town by high-wire. Whoosh and Southern Infrastructure Ltd have revealed blueprints of their proposed urban transport networks, at the Electrify conference in Queenstown this week. But are these sky high fantasies, or firmly on track? Otago Southland reporter Katie Todd has the story.…
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The Wellington Phoenix's inability to retain successful players is in the spotlight again. All Whites striker Kosta Barbarouses is the latest player to turn his back on the A-League club saying he wants to get game time elsewhere ahead of next year's Football World cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Teen dies after suffering injuries after playing 'tackle game' 6:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA teenager is dead after being critically injured while playing a version of a full contact collision game being promoted on social media. 19 year old Ryan Satterthwaite suffered a serious head injury after playing the tackle game with friends in Palmerston North on Sunday afternoon. He was taken to hospital by friends but he died there on Monday. Police say the tackle game played by the group was based on a social media-driven trend, where participants compete in full-contact collisions without protective gear. Manawatu Area Commander, Inspector Ross Grantham spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Gloriavale leaders refuse to apologise to former member 3:00
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedGloriavale leaders have refused to deliver a personal apology to a former member for abuse at the Christian community, despite publicly offering to say sorry to victims who ask for one. Leavers say that's exposed their pledge as a PR stunt, as Jean Edwards reports.
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1 Police Commissioner calls shoplifting directive 'unhelpful' 11:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Prime Minister, Police Commissioner and Police Minister have all been forced to hose down concerns over an internal police memo directing officers not to investigate crimes under a certain value. The nationwide internal directive, made public by RNZ, set the cut off for petrol drive off at $150, $500 for shoplifting and $1000 for fraud, including online scams. The instruction was to file those cases regardless of lines of inquiry or solvability. Police Minister Mark Mitchell spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Students expected to keep paying rent for house of horrors 8:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA warning to Otago students after a group of would be flatmates were expected to keep paying for a house of horrors they never even moved into. The three students have been awarded more than $4000 in damages and compensation following a Tenancy Tribunal hearing. Otago student Zoe Eckhoff spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Auckland mental health facility rally to save vital service 4:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedStaff at an Auckland mental health facility are rallying to save what they say is a vital service for people who would otherwise fall through the cracks. Health New Zealand has put forward a proposal to close Segar House, a publicly funded intensive programme for people with long-standing or chronic mental health problems. The proposal said not enough people are treated there and staff would be better deployed elsewhere, but staff say are fighting for it to be saved. Jimmy Ellingham reports.…
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1 Police shoplifting directive wrong and not appropriate - PM 3:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked"We expect our police to tackle crime everywhere," that said by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon as he and the Police Commissioner moved to reassure the public about a new police directive that's sparked confusion and concern. The directive told officers not to investigate allegations of shoplifting below $500. While petrol drive offs below $150 and online scams under $1000 would also not be investigated. Finn Blackwell reports.…
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1 Moana Pasifika heading to Wellington for match up 3:48
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's been a fairytale season, but Moana Pasifika were given a stark reality check at the weekend. Hammered 85-7 by the Chiefs in Hamilton, Moana head to the capital for this weekend's match up - still with their fate in their own hands. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Could New Zealand's next big export be alcohol free wine laced with the natural stress relieving ingredient catnip for pets? Kiwi company Muttley's Estate is already making a range of vintages with the garden herb that is known to help the mood of cats and calm anxiety in dogs. It's now looking to the lucrative American market where it said there is increasing demand for premium products for fur friends. Muttley's Estate director, John Roberts spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Kremlin says Trump suffering 'emotional overload' 4:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Kremlin is trying to downplay Donald Trump's criticisms of Vladimir Putin after Russia carried out a large-scale drone attack on Ukraine. The US President said Mr Putin has "gone absolutely CRAZY!" - but Russia is attributing this to Mr Trump suffering an "emotional overload." US correspondent Todd Zwillich spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Al Brown urging people to switch to filter coffee 6:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIn the face of rising coffee prices top chef Al Brown is urging people to park the snobbery and make the switch to the more filter coffee rather barista made espresso. Brown reckons filter has come a long way, since the bad old days. The cost of coffee beans hit a record high of $14 a kg earlier this year. Al Brown spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Plans for NHS staff to restrain patients labelled 'dangerous' 8:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUnited Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about how a plan for NHS staff to restrain patients experiencing a mental health crisis is being labelled as 'dangerous' and how UK scientists are hoping to learn more about a group of dolphins living off the coast of Wales. She also spoke about how the famous Gloucestershire cheese rolling competition is due to get underway.…
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1 Two French migrants launch 'Otago Escargots' snail farm 3:28
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTwo French friends, a garden full of 50,000 snails and a dream. A foodie duo in Queenstown are bringing molluscs to the mountains, with the launch of the region's very first commercial snail farm. It's called "Otago Escargots" and the pair plan to start supplying top-end Queenstown restaurants with fresh, locally raised snails, in about a year's time. Otago Southland reporter Katie Todd has the story.…
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1 Hamish Kerr wins men's high jump in latest Diamond League event 4:17
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNew Zealand's Olympic champion Hamish Kerr won the men's high jump at the latest Diamond League event in Morocco this morning - but he's still seeking improvement. Sports Reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 Temu and Shein come at cost of local businesses - association 5:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEmpty shop fronts and for lease signs are a call to action for consumers to buy local. That is the message from the Parnell Business Association, nestled in one of Auckland's oldest shopping precincts, with a mix of eateries and boutique shops. In a recent opinion piece, the general manager of the Parnell Business Association said that online platforms like Temu and Shein come at a cost to working local businesses. Cheryl Adamson spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Group of former MPs not letting pay equity overhaul go quietly 3:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe government may be keen to move on from the pay equity overhaul and the uproar it caused - But a cross-party group of former MPs is not letting it go quietly. Dame Marilyn Waring is leading the group which will hold its own unofficial 'people's select committee' process. The former National MP said women have become collateral damage in pursuit of balancing the budget. Political reporter Russell Palmer has the details.…
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1 Retail NZ wants meeting with police minister over police shoplifting change 9:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedRetail New Zealand wants an urgent meeting with the police minister over concerns retail crimes under a certain value may not not be investigated. Checkpoint has seen a police directive to staff that said they will no longer be investigating allegations of shoplifting below $500, petrol drive-offs below $150, and online frauds below $1000 regardless of lines of inquiry as part of a new nationwide directive. Police director of Service Superintendent Blair Macdonald spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Dan Hooker's controversial 32 fighter contest held in backyard 9:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA controversial and apparently unregulated backyard fight contest, had at least one gang member smashing it out for a $50,000 dollar prize. Social media posts show the event promoted by a well known MMA fighter Dan "Hangman" Hooker took place in someone's Auckland backyard. It was billed as 32 fighters going head to head in one minute scraps to be the last man standing and crowned king of the streets; no professionals allowed. Terry Hill, President of the New Zealand Mixed Martial Arts Federation spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Nelson flash floods: roads blocked, water spills into shops 2:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNelson residents were taken by surprise on Monday morning when flash flooding hit the town, with the deluge blocking roads and water flooding into shops. The downpour saw around 40 millimetres of rain fall since midnight, with almost 20 millimetres falling between nine and eleven o'clock. One of the badly hit areas was the suburb of Toi Toi.…
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1 Councils in Lower North Island against downgraded expressway plans 3:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedTwo district councils in the Lower North Island are banding together against down graded plans for an expressway through their districts. More than a decade since it was originally proposed - a revised design for the Otaki to North of Levin expressway has seen on-ramps and overbridges removed and interchanges replaced by roundabouts. Council and community advocates from the Kapiti and Horowhenua districts say the sudden change has left locals confused and appalled. Bill Hickman has more.…
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The Formula One circuit made a stop at the iconic Monaco Grand Prix, while Indycars had their biggest race of the year at Indianapolis. Liam Lawson picked up his first Formula One points of the season, while Kiwis struggled in the Indianapolis 500 with one of them not even making the start line. Sports reporter Barry Guy spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Stand-off over plans for Khandallah craft beer pub 5:52
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe proposal is for a craft beer and pizza joint in a building on Burma road, that had been home to a licenced cafe but has since closed. The people behind "station kitchen" also operate several other venues and have applied for a liquor licence for onsite and takeaways too. But the Onslow Residents Community Association or ORCA, has lodged a last minute request, on behalf of the residents of Kandallah, to extend the feedback period for the liquor licence application til the end June. Tom Baker spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 One in critical condition after Taihape three-vehicle crash 3:08
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOne person was flown to hospital in a critical condition after a three-vehicle crash closed State Highway 1 just south of Taihape. Authorities say three people suffered injuries in the crash. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham spoke to Lisa Owen.
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1 Head of US Homeland Security arrives in Israel 4:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMiddle East correspondent Jacob Brown spoke to Lisa Owen about how the lack of humanitarian aid continues to be a major issue for Palestinians in Gaza - and how there are questions about the group that the US is proposing to take over distribution. He also spoke about diplomatic talks getting underway between the European Union and Arab foreign ministers and the head of US Homeland Security touching down in Israel.…
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1 Fuel market new comer offering 91 unleaded for $2.23 a litre 5:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedA new comer to the fuel market is disrupting prices at the pump - but how long can the lower prices last? U-Go, Z's no frills self service station is offering 91 unleaded at $2.23 a litre, when the average is about $2.51. In one Auckland suburb, it led to an opposition gas station dropping the price as low as $2.12. The AA's Principal Policy Advisor Terry Collins spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 UK signs deal to give control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius 7:45
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUnited Kingdom correspondent Alice Wilkins spoke to Lisa Owen about the UK signing a deal to hand control of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, the Bank HSBC telling it's UK staff they have to work from home less and how the water quality at two of London's summer swimming spots isn't looking so flash.…
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1 Govt tells businesses they'll get tax incentive to invest in assets 3:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe Finance Minister has taken the government's new Investment Boost scheme on the road, telling businesses the government will give them a tax incentive to invest in assets. There appears to be cross-party support for the scheme - a rare example in a Budget that's had the opposition crying foul on almost everything else. Labour's promising to reverse the pay equity changes - but can't commit to a cost, while the Greens say it can already be paid for through their own Budget. Political reporter Giles Dexter has more.…
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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1 Michael Mayne confirmed as Football Ferns' new head coach 3:24
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMichael Mayne has been confirmed as the Football Ferns' new head coach becoming their first New Zealand-born coach in more than 20 years. Mayne has been the interim coach since last year and has signed on to the permanent role through to the 2027 Women's World Cup. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 20 children die from malnutrition in Gaza over the last few days 5:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMore than 90-truck loads of humanitarian aid have made it into Gaza, after an almost three month blockade by Israel. The aid, including flour, baby food and medical equipment, has been taken to warehouses for distribution. The BBC reports some bakeries been able to make bread again. But aid agencies say it's nowhere near enough. On average 500 supply trucks a day entered Gaza before the war. Rachael Cummings, the Humanitarian Director for Save the Children spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Confusion over how police investigate crimes like shoplifting 16:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThere is confusion over whether police are using a financial threshold to decide whether they investigate crimes like shoplifting and financial scams. Checkpoint has seen a document that lays out nationally standardised value thresholds for certain crimes. Shoplifting is $500, Petrol drive offs are $150 and fraud, paywave and online scams are $1000. National Retail investigation support manager Matt Tierney spoke to Lisa Owen.…
Some people will be able to get a 12 month long prescription instead of the current three month maximum under changes announced in the budget. The health minister said it will cut costs for patients and cut paper work that is taking health professionals away from more urgent or complex needs. Dr Fergus Aitcheson from Three Rivers Medical, the biggest GP clinic in Gisborne spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Teenagers grapple with govt decisions made for budget 4:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked'Don't just invest in stats and numbers, invest in us.' That's the message from a group of teenagers grappling with some of the decisions made by the government in this year's budget. They came together on Friday along with child advocates, researchers and other rangatahi to unpack the budget, with Kiwisaver, pay equity, employment and climate change all top of the discussion. Louise Ternouth reports.…
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US rugby star Ilona Maher shot to prominence at the Olympics last year and has amassed a vast social media following, which translated into a big media turnout yesterday down on Auckland's waterfront for a pre game photo shoot. Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
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Asia correspondent Erin Hale spoke to Lisa Owen about North Korea's leader Kim Jung un being unhappy about a bungled launch of a warship, South Korea's election prompting a change at Starbucks and how Four British soldiers have set a record climbing Mt Everest without acclimatising and using a special kind of gas.…
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1 Costco limits cheaper priced butter to 30 blocks 10:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedBut people across the motu have been travelling to Auckland's Northwest to wait in line for something a little bit more unconventional: butter. The bargain butter at Auckland's Costco is bringing in the crowds to buy it in bulk. Some are even resorting to sleeping overnight outside because it is half the price of getting it from the supermarkets. The supermarket price is up to $11 for half a kilo - whereas Costco's butter is just under $10 kilo. Bella Craig reports. Dave O'Brien, co-owner of Bellbird Bakery in Christchurch spoke to Lisa Owen.…
Heather Roy, the former deputy leader of the ACT party, Stuart Nash a former Labour MP, who was Minister for Police, Tourism and Economic and Regional Development in the last Labour government and Gareth Hughes the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa, and who was Green MP for a decade spoke to Lisa Owen about the 2025 Budget.…
News from the business sector, including a market report.
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1 Doctors can prescribe medication for 12 months from next year 1:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedFor people with long-term health conditions - like asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure - renewing a prescription will get easier and cheaper. From next year doctors can prescribe medication for 12 months - up from three months. Health minister Simeon Brown says this will save people paying for GPs to issue repeat prescriptions. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham asked people outside a Palmerston North pharmacy what they thought of the move.…
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1 Athletes using banned enhancing drugs to take part in event 2:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSwimmers, runners and weight-lifters who are using banned performance-enhancing drugs will take part in the first Enhanced Games next year. The controversial event will take place in Las Vegas and has the backing of Olympians and billionaires. The World Anti-Doping Agency staunchly opposes the project, warning athletes that they risk bans and their health. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Lisa Owen.…
Returning to our top story on the budget labour's finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds joins us now.
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1 Tax expert on the Govt changes to Kiwisaver in Budget 7:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe government is halving its contribution to Kiwisaver shifting the financial load onto business. The change will be phased. At the moment people over 18 can get up to $521 in government contributions if they contribute $1040 dollars per year themselves. That will drop to just over $260 of government contributions. People earning over a $180,000 a year will get nothing. Tax expert Terry Baucher spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Austerity budget 'that's left women out' - Hipkins 5:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedNearly 13 billion dollars has been clawed back from pay equity changes over four years, the Government contribution to KiwiSaver has been halved, tweaks to BestStart payments have been made and a tax break for businesses. Finance minister Nicola Willis delivered what she calls a "responsible" budget - but Labour leader Chris Hipkins says its an austerity budget 'that's left women out'. Political reporter Lillian Hanly reports.…
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1 Smith and Caughey's shutting down after 145 years 3:50
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's all over for Auckland's iconic department store Smith and Caughey's. Last year, the store permanently closed its Newmarket location and reduced its flagship Queen Street store to a single floor. Yesterday, the business announced it's shutting down completely after 145 years. Jessica Hopkins spoke to customers outside Smith and Caughey's who were shopping while they still can.…
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1 The Salvation Army on parental assistance Jobseeker test 7:19
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOut of work 18 to 19 year olds may be forced to rely on mum and dad for financial support with the government planning to effectively means test parents of unemployed teenagers before allowing young people to collect a benefit. From July 2027 there will be a parental assistance test for job seekers and emergency benefits. The government said it's a human tragedy that people under 25 on jobseeker support will spend an average of 18 years on the benefit over their lifetimes. The Salvation Army's Director of Social Policy Bonnie Robinson spoke to Lisa Owen.…
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1 Trump ambushes South Africa's President during meeting 5:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUnited States President Donald Trump has ambushed South Africa's President Cyril Rama-phosa during a meeting in the oval office, by playing a video that he claimed proved genocide was being carried out against white south africans. It was the most tense encounter in the Oval office since the bombastic meeting between Trump and Ukraine's President Vlodomyr Zelensky back in February. US correspondent Todd Zwillich has the details.…
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