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1:15 PM.A lighthearted campaign with a serious message was launched this week. Read more Audio

Ever spied a bird nest out on a walk? Some are quite complex constructions, delicately woven and expertly lined to keep their eggs safe. This week, Claire Concannon learns about bird nest design and… Read more Audio

3:10 PM.William Hanson doesn't make the rules, but he does enjoy them. Read more Audio

2:30 PM.Becky Manawatu is back with the much-anticipated sequel 'Kataraina'. Read more Audio

2:20 PM.Golden, bubbling halloumi, zesty mince spiked with chickpeas, and fresh salad. Read more Audio

2:10 PM.Zac Arnold unveils some brand spanking new music from Julian Lubin and David Long. Read more Audio

1:48 PM.Intrepid New Zealand journalist Isobel Ewing spent a month biking around northern Pakistan. Read more Audio

1:33 PM.Steve Braunias is in our Auckland Studio to announce the winner of the seriously groovy Surrey Hotel Writers Residency Award. Read more Audio

1:25 PM.This afternoon Rotorua residents are turning out to witness the unveiling of a replacement statue of a beloved city dog. The original bronze statue of Harawene, a stray, was cut off at the paws and… Read more Audio

1:15 PM."Avignon" the third single from Kirsten Morrell's upcoming album "Morrellium". Read more Audio

3:10 PM.Parents, Katherine Martinko feels your pain.  Read more Audio

2:30 PM.Today we're going back to the 90s to explore Aotearoa's street soul and swing beat era. Read more Audio

2:20 PM.Our Australian correspondent Brad previews the impending visit by King Charles. Read more Audio

2:10 PM.Anna Rankin reviews a new NZ history book she says is going to become a classic. Read more Audio

1:45 PM.Vertch manager and Afternoons tech guy, Dan Watson talks through some ways to make sure no one can get into your phone. Read more Audio

1:35 PM.It might be an odd thing to say but for intimacy coach, Belinda Wiley, the current economic downturn has actually been good for business. Read more Audio

1:25 PM.Just last week Jesse was asking: where have all the stick insects gone? Read more Audio

1:16 PM.On Saturday New Zealand's olive oil community came together to celebrate the best it has to offer. Read more Audio

3:10 PM.Nostalgia has been a friend to Ronald Reagan. Read more Audio

2:30 PM.For today's expert feature we're looking at 'the facts of life'. Read more Audio

2:20 PM.This week Jesse cold calls the iSite Motueka. Read more Audio

2:10 PM.Ali Ventura joins Jesse to review the show everyone is talking about: Nobody Wants This Read more Audio

1:35 PM.We're about to meet one of the country's most skilled taxidermists. Read more Audio

1:25 PM.Would you trust AI to tell you what to do with your money? Read more Audio

1:15 PM.About 500 people turned out on Saturday to Christchurch's newest and New Zealand's highest park run. Read more Audio