Youth
Mike King: I'd take money from Gollum if it meant better mental health services
Mental health advocate Mike King tells Guyon why taking government cash is like taking money from Gollum; the day he realised his homophobic comedy was doing real damage, and why kids don't talk to… Video, Audio
New Zealand's best young debaters set for the world stage
Clara Ballantyne from Columba College in Dunedin and Luca Ririnui from Mount Maunganui College will form part of the New Zealand team heading to the world championships in Serbia in July. Audio
The TAHI 28/5/24
On today’s episode, we’re celebrating Samoan Language week, so Talofa. Poet and fashion icon Tayi Tibble opens up about her renewed commitment to her mahi, Christchurch singer/songwriter Michelle… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 24 May 2024
On today's episode, dozens of vessels have been searching for a man believed to have gone overboard from a commuter ferry in Wellington Harbour Friday morning, a Wellington man en route back from New… Audio
Dunedin councillor on stabbing that killed teenager
A Dunedin City Councillor says security guards at the bus hub where a 16-year-old was stabbed need to be trained as youth workers. Dunedin City Councillor Marie Laufiso spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 24 May
On today's episode, Resources Minister Shane Jones joins us to discuss the Government's plans to double the value of New Zealand's mining industry in little more than a decade, the Dunedin mayor says… Audio
Teenage boy dies after attack at Dunedin bus hub
A teenager is due to appear at the Dunedin Youth Court today, following the death of a 16-year-old boy who was attacked at the city's bus hub. Reporter Tess Brunton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Dunedin MP on bus hub attack that kills teenager
A16-year-old boy who was attacked at Dunedin's bus hub in Great King Street yesterday afternoon has died in hospital. Dunedin electorate MP Rachel Brooking spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for 23 May 2024
On today's episode, a New Zealander stuck in New Caledonia says the lack of communication from the government about when she can be evacuated is making her anxious, a study has found a significant… Audio
The TAHI 23/5/24
Joining Evie and So'omālō today, revered Rapper Nauti and 2024 Billy T Nominee Advait Kirtikar are in - we're also having a closer look at Expo's, Gilmore Girls and Lookalikes, tune on in! Audio
Study finds more vape shops in lower socio-economic areas
A new study has found there are more vape retailers in lower socio-economic areas and in close proximity to schools. University of Canterbury public health expert Dr Matt Hobbs spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Study finds many new primary teachers don't have math quals
A study has found a significant proportion of new primary teachers do not have the most basic qualifications in science and maths. University of Auckland lecturer in mathematics education Dr Lisa… Audio
The fishhooks in charter schools
Former charter schools are expressing caution about David Seymour's revival plans Audio
The TAHI 21/5/24
Todays on the show So’omālō and Evie chat outfit ideas for the upcoming national Beyblade tournament, we meet Kirikiriroa-based Pasifika island pop artist Lehali who tells us about her new single, and… Audio
Auckland suburb sees spike in crime at transport hubs
The West Auckland suburb of New Lynn has been plagued by unruly youths causing trouble at transport hubs. Maia Ingoe reports. Audio
Young New Zealander named in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia list
Podcaster and business journalist Madison Reidy is the only local name on the prestigious list of up-and-comers in the Asia region. Audio
Why young people are turning to celibacy
It may sound like an unconventional path, but disillusionment with hookup culture and increased sexual autonomy has led to more young people quitting sex.
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 20 May 2024
On today's episode, despite thousands of armed French Police on New Caledonian soil - many of the roads are still blocked or are in worse condition than they were, journalist Coralie Cochin joins us… Audio
Staff alarmed cuts at Oranga Tamariki could compromise record keeping
Staff at the Children's Ministry are expressing alarm that government-ordered cuts will compromise vital record keeping. VOYCE's Te Wai Pounamu youth council chair Lisa McLaren spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Oranga Tamariki poised to wipe out unit that looks after critical records
Oranga Tamariki is poised to wipe out an entire unit that looks after critical records for children in state care, under the government's public sector cuts. Phil Pennington spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
