Diana Noonan
Quaky Cat Helps Out - by Diana Noonan & Gavin Bishop
Told by Francesca Emms.
Quaky Cat returns to help rebuild the city of Christchurch by helping his homeless cat-friends and taking them in.
For Kids and Little Kids. Audio
The Teddy Bear’s Promise – by Diana Noonan
Told by Bruce Phillips.
When Dad discovers a mysterious, dusty box in Gran’s attic, and brings it home to Max it becomes apparent that the box contains a special treasure, one that only Max can… Audio
Diana Noonan wins Storylines Margaret Mahy Medal 2022
Writer Diana Noonan, author of more than 100 titles for children and young adults, is the 2022 winner of the Storylines Margaret Mahy Medal for lifetime achievement and outstanding contribution to New… Audio, Gallery
Restoring Granity's Lyric Theatre
Volunteers in a small West Coast town have been working hard to restore a heritage theatre. The Lyric Theatre stands in the heart of Granity, a small seaside mining town about a half hour north of… Audio
Adele Broadbent and Diana Noonan on writing for today's teens
Writers of fiction for young adults explore themes that are universal in nature but often most poignant in young people finding their way in the world. Two new books by New Zealand authors Half my… Audio
Diana Noonan - The children of Daulatdia brothel
NZ children's writer Diana Noonan says Daulatdia, in Bangladesh, is no ordinary slum. Inside this purpose-built brothel, one of the largest in the world, she says you are as far from joy as it is… Audio, Gallery
Diana Noonan and Carol Geissler - Women of the Catlins
Writer Diana Noonan and photographer Cris Antona collaborated to tell the stories of 26 women living in one of the remotest parts of the country - the Catlins region. Wallace is joined by Diana, who… Audio
Life in the Catlins: self-sufficiency breeds community
As well at its amazing scenery and history, the Catlins area at the bottom South-East corner of the country is home to a surprising number of creative people. Audio
The Best Loved Bear by Dianna Noonan
Read by Bruce Phillips.
Tim's teddy Toby is so old and battered with affection that he wins the school competition for best loved bear.
For ages 4-7. Audio
And the Winners Are by Diana Noonan told by Byron Coll
A win-win situation for an Auckland family renting their house out during the Rugby World Cup. Audio
Loo with a View by Diana Noonan told by Moana Ete
Lydia's Nana manages to get them both into a Rugby World Cup game for free! Audio
Diana Noonan: gardening for children
Catlins-based author who has written over 100 books for young readers, and co-author of new illustrated guide, The Tui New Zealand Kids Garden. Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 9
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 8
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 7
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 6
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 5
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 4
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 3
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
A Whistle From The Blunder Part 2
A holiday thriller about a ghostly steam train and some dark and dangerous secrets Audio
