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The Mixtape: DJ Manuel Bundy
Manuel Bundy, born Manuel Matisi, is a prominent DJ based in Auckland, New Zealand. He has held residencies at notable Auckland venues such as Shortland Bar, Cause Celebre, and Khuja Lounge. Bundy is… Audio
Reb Fountain on the creation of 'How Love Bends'
American-born, Auckland-based singer-songwriter Reb Fountain has a new album just out, How Love Bends. On the eve of its release, she spoke to Nick Bollinger for Music 101 about some of the trials and… Audio
The Panel with Denise L'Estrange-Corbet & Chris Clarke (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Denise L'Estrange-Corbet & Chris Clarke. They discuss whether local councils should have four year terms, and our lack of sea safety… Audio
The Panel with Denise L'Estrange-Corbet & Chris Clarke (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Denise L'Estrange-Corbet & Chris Clarke. They discuss Simeon Brown's health reforms, and a coalition lobbying for the return of a… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 7 March 2025
Today on The Pre-Panel producer Tom Riste-smith joins Jesse Mulligan & Wallace Chapman to preview tonight's show. Audio
Should well-off pensioners pay higher tax?
A researcher is suggesting providing NZ Super as a tax-free grant, and taxing other income at higher rates.
The Mixtape - RNZ's audio old hand Jeremy Ansell
This week's guest on the Mixtape is long-time RNZ studio engineer Jeremy Ansell. Not only an audio operator and team leader at RNZ, but equally a much-respected music researcher. Over the years Jeremy… Audio
Sheep farmers suspended after animal welfare investigation
Two farmers have been temporarily suspended as part of a New Zealand Merino Company investigation into allegations around animal welfare at some of its supplier's farms.
'Give us a chance' - Tongan family left 'broken' after father deported
Their lawyer is asking the associate immigration minister to keep them in the country. Audio
Will Adrian Orr's tenure be remembered as the tough years?
The last seven years have been among the toughest in our economy's history, and the Reserve Bank has drawn both praise and criticism for its moves to get inflation under control. Audio
Taite Music Prize finalists announced
The finalists for the Taite Music prize have been announced. Independent Music NZ general manager Dylan Pellett spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Sports with Bryan Waddle
We're talking sport with veteran broadcaster Bryan Waddle who's had his eye on the Black Caps and their semi-final run in the Champions Trophy, Super Rugby and the future rugby's television rights… Audio
Who will win this year’s Taite Music Prize?
Anna Coddington, Delaney Davidson and Fazerdaze are among the top 10 albums in the running for this year's top independent music prize.
Manu World Champs crowns winner in Auckland
The Manu World Champs wrapped up in Auckland on Sunday with eight winners crowned across the kid, youth and adult divisions. Male freestyle division winner William Fraser spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Netflix star Martin Henderson: 'It's very nurturing' to be in NZ more
The Kiwi has needed soothing recently since becoming embroiled in a "horrific" catfishing scam in which countless people have been contacted by someone claiming to be him. Video, Audio
When is Ramadan 2025? Here's what you need to know about the Islamic holy month
Muslims around the globe will begin observing the holy month of Ramadan, a period of deep spiritual reflection and celebration, in coming days.
Survey seeks men's experiences navigating HIV risks
The SPOTS survey is run by the University of Auckland in collaboration with the Burnett Foundation Aotearoa, and is open for participants until April 15. Audio
Why is this concrete wall in Christchurch captivating people?
In the Garden City stands a 28-metre-high concrete wall with the entrance to aTimeZone video arcade at the bottom… and not much else. Audio
NZ Sporting History: Hamish Kerr
In this segment we often go way back in time, but today we are doing something rare and focusing on the now. Audio
The carbon accountant
A young Kiwi accountant was about to take a deep dive into climate change and is now recognised as a leader in the field of carbon accountancy. Audio
