Sarah Robson
Budget advisors concerned about lenders in lead up to Christmas
Budget advisers are worried short-term lenders and door-to-door salespeople are trying to cash in on people's anxiety about their finances in the lead-up to Christmas. Some lenders are ramping up… Audio
Law Society’s response to complaints must change – report
Clearer conduct standards for lawyers are among the changes being mooted by a working group, set up in the aftermath of the sexual assault and bullying allegations that have rocked the legal… Audio
New Work and Income office to keep staff and clients safe - MSD
Four years after a shooting at the Ashburton Work and Income office left two staff members dead, the first fully re-fitted Work and Income office, complete with new security features, is open for… Video, Audio
Govt takes health-based approach to synthetic cannabis
The Government is set to take a less punitive and more health-based approach in dealing with people who are using illegal drugs. Over the past year more than fifty people have died as a result of… Audio
Queenstown hosts candlelit vigil for Grace Millane
The best friend of one of Grace Millane's older brothers was among the crowd at a candlelit vigil in Queenstown last night to remember the 22-year-old British backpacker. About a hundred people… Video, Audio
Backpackers worry for safety after Grace Millane killed
Young women who are travelling in New Zealand say the killing of 22-year-old English backpacker Grace Millane has made them more worried about their safety. Ms Millane had been staying at the Base… Audio
No improvement in childhood tooth decay rates
The state of kids' teeth in the country's poorest regions isn't getting any better, and there are warnings that more has to be done if real gains are to be made. The latest figures from the Ministry… Audio
Royal couple’s visit might cost NZ, but how much is it worth?
The couple's four-day visit to New Zealand attracted big crowds and plenty of media coverage. But it comes with a price tag for the taxpayer - previous Royal tours have cost about $1 million. So what… Video, Audio
Seal 'stalking' rowers on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour
Auckland rowers have had some unexpected company while out on the Waitemata Harbour - a leopard seal has been "stalking them". Reporter Sarah Robson and visual journalist Dan Cook went out at the… Video, Audio
Rescue helicopter pilot pleas with drone users after near-miss
A rescue helicopter pilot is pleading with drone users to follow the rules after a near-miss on their way to a serious car crash in Northland. Audio
2000 more hospital beds needed in Auckland and Northland in next 20 years
Up to 2-thousand more hospital beds will be needed in Auckland and Northland in the next 20 years, just to keep up with population growth. Video, Audio
No chance for Jami-Lee Ross in Botany by-election - Thomas
There will be a by-election in the safe National seat of Botany, following Jami-Lee Ross' dramatic resignation on Tuesday. Mr Ross will stand as an independent and believes his track record will gain… Audio
$10 million to try to encourage women and girls into sport
The Government has launched a new strategy to get more girls and women into sport and active recreation, as well as into coaching and leadership positions at sports organisations. Audio
Govt cracks down on loan sharks to counter ‘spiral of debt’
The government has announced tough new measures to crackdown on high-cost lenders, including capping interest rates and fees to 100 percent, meaning someone who borrows $500 will pay back a maximum of… Video, Audio
What are we actually doing to slow down climate change
In the face of stark warnings on climate change - are we actually doing anything? Reporter Sarah Robson headed to the Climate Change and Business conference in central Auckland today to speak to some… Audio
Govt to force petrol companies to open their books
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has placed the blame for rising fuel prices squarely at the door of petrol companies and says the government will fast-track legislation to force them to open their… Video, Audio
Colin Craig's defamation battle draws to end
Colin Craig's court battle against his former press secretary is drawing to an end. The former Conservative Party leader is suing Rachel MacGregor for defamation, and she is counter-suing. It's the… Audio
Businesses will receive tax credit for research and development
Businesses spending at least $50,000 a year on research and development will be in line for a 15 percent tax credit, under the Government's ramped up scheme to encourage investment in innovation. Audio
Colin Craig cross examines Rachel MacGregor in court
Colin Craig is representing himself in the legal proceedings, and so it was up to him, rather than a lawyer acting on his behalf, to cross-examine his former press secretary - who had laid a sexual… Audio
Two shark attacks in Queensland in 24 hours
A 12-year-old girl was attacked in the Whitsundays yesterday afternoon - the second shark attack in the area in less than 24-hours. Audio
