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Waikato locals frustrated with boy racers causing chaos
March 21, 2022 04:46 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBEvery weekend hundreds of boy racers are causing chaos on the backroads of Waikato, say locals. Police are investigating an attack on a Fonterra milk tanker which tried to drive through a gathering just north of Hamilton on Saturday. But locals say that's just a part of it - and the problem is getting much worse. Sally Murphy reports.
Auckland weather - latest details
March 21, 2022 04:45 - 44 seconds - 725 KBAuckland Emergency Management Group say some parts of the region received more than a month's worth of rain in one day - with up to 120mm being recorded in some places. Council teams are responding to around 30 critical requests for service relating to downed trees, and more than 400 relating to flooding on public land. There have also been a couple of requests from people being displaced. Aucklanders are being told to use the council's Report a Problem online tool or via the contact cen...
Wellington water woes worsen in new report
March 21, 2022 04:42 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBWellington's water woes look to be getting worse. A new report for Wellington City Council shows its water company can't make it to call outs on time, and says it's now not possible to stop sewage from overflowing into the harbour. But councils from across the region aren't having the same issues as the city - they say they're managing fine. Our reporter Kirsty Frame has more.
Christchurch leaders chasing anti-mandate protesters for costs
March 21, 2022 04:36 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBTime to pay up - Christchurch City Council is chasing anti-mandate, anti-government protestors for $50,000 for costs incurred during rallies in the city. In a series of invoices the council has billed the local branch of the Freedoms and Rights Coalition, which is linked to Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church, for the cost of traffic control. But so far no one has paid up. Christchurch City councillor Jake McLellan talks to Lisa Owen.
Evening business for 21 March 2022
March 21, 2022 04:32 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6301332799001
Businesses ready as decision on future of vaccine mandates
March 21, 2022 04:26 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBWith a decision on the future of vaccine mandates looming, businesses are preparing for what that could mean for them. Cabinet has met today to review mandates, certificates and the traffic light system as a whole - with decisions to be announced on Wednesday. As Louise Ternouth reports, many are ready to see the back of some of the restrictions.
North Cape rescue: Fishers in water four hours - Maritime NZ
March 21, 2022 04:22 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBMaritime NZ Rescue Coordination Centre officer Nick Burt told Checkpoint the search for the last person missing from the Enchanter will continue until dark, review the search and resume at first light. The search area is approximately 200 nautical miles. "The survivors were found all in the same vicinity. They were winched on board a helicopter at approximately midnight... The survivors were in the water for approximately four hours." Burt said they were alerted by their emergency beaco...
Ukraine ignores Russian call for Mariupol to surrender
March 21, 2022 04:21 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBRussia has called on Ukrainian troops in Mariupol to surrender. In return, Russia has offered to open humanitarian corridors for civilians and soldiers. Russian forces have encircled Mariupol and the city has suffered some of the heaviest shelling since it began its invasion. Andrew McRae reports.
Search for last person missing after North Cape boat sinking
March 21, 2022 04:13 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBSearch teams are desperately looking for the last person still missing after a fishing charter sank near Cape Reinga. The vessel - 'Enchanter' - ran into trouble in wild weather which hammered the top of the motu last night. It's believed a wave hit the 15m vessel, breaking the bridge of the boat. A massive search effort has been taking place since early this morning - while five survivors have been found, four bodies have also been recovered. Aanei te kai ripoata a Nita Blake-Persen no ...
Weather: Early morning storm, floods, catch Auckland off-guard
March 21, 2022 04:07 - 5 minutes - 4.85 MBA Monday morning storm surge caught many Aucklanders off guard, with floodwaters breaching roads, businesses and backyards. NIWA says Auckland had its second wettest hour on record and there were more than 9,000 lightning strikes across the top of the North Island this morning. Fire and Emergency had around 300 flood-related call outs across the city. Schools were closed and for some businesses it was not worth opening. Others were left to mop up the water in their shops. Checkpoint's Ni...
Rising misogyny in anti-government rhetoric
March 21, 2022 03:35 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBA video of a group of men in Southland rallying against the government has been panned online for its misogynistic sentiment. Massey University's Dr Suze Wilson talks to The Panel about where this undercurrent of sexism comes from.
The Panel with Janet Wilson and Max Harris (Part 2)
March 21, 2022 03:06 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBPanellists Janet Wilson and Max Harris discuss rising sexism in anti-government commentary, why state housing remains largely unaccessible, and whether to expect a brain drain when borders reopen.
The Panel with Janet Wilson and Max Harris (Part 1)
March 21, 2022 03:05 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBPanellists Janet Wilson and Max Harris discuss where we go next with our Covid-19 restrictions, making it compulsory for employers to list salaries on job ads, and what makes a person boring.
The Pre-Panel with Janet Wilson and Max Harris
March 21, 2022 02:45 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBPanellists Janet Wilson and Max Harris hear about storm damage at Orewa College, discuss making public sporting spaces more welcoming and share what they've been thinking.
The science behind a broken heart
March 21, 2022 02:10 - 21 minutes - 20 MBIt's called heartbreak, but when science writer Florence Williams' marriage of 25 years ended, her sadness and grief had an impact way beyond her heart.
Narcissism with Dr Ramani Durvasula
March 21, 2022 01:30 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBToday's expert is clinical psychologist Dr Ramani Durvasula, who has built a career out of demystifying and dismantling the toxic influence of narcissism.
Australian Correspondent: Brad Foster
March 21, 2022 01:20 - 7 minutes - 6.5 MBSydney-based Brad Foster talks to Jesse about the latest COVID cases across the Tasman and how a new normal is returning with large venue events like concerts being announced once again.
The growing popularity of pet-sharing
March 21, 2022 00:38 - 10 minutes - 9.68 MBA service that matchmakes pets with new human friends is gaining traction as more New Zealanders want a furry pal in their lives.
Aerial images prompt warning over beach dune erosion
March 21, 2022 00:33 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MBAerial images taken over the past 10 years in Port Ōhope provide a stark reminder as to why we should keep to the official beach pathways.
Wild weather causes chaos in Auckland and Northland
March 21, 2022 00:17 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MBNIWA's meteorologist Chris Brandolino talks to Jesse about what caused the extreme rainfall and lightning strikes.
1pm RNZ Pacific News for 21 March 2022
March 21, 2022 00:00 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBThe latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific.
Super Rugby Aupiki - a small step to gender equality in sport?
March 20, 2022 23:45 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBThe Chiefs Manawa claimed the inaugural Aupiki title in Hamilton last night with a 35-to-nil win over the Blues. The tournament was the first semi-professional women's competition in New Zealand, but rising Covid cases and a condensed schedule meant it never quite lived up to its promise. Wellington rugby player Alice Soper spoke to Māni Dunlop.
After Omicron - the future of vaccine mandates
March 20, 2022 23:42 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBCabinet Ministers are discussing the future of vaccine mandates and vaccine passports today. The Prime Minister says Covid mandates and vaccine passes will not be as vital after the Omicron wave has peaked. Announcements on the decision won't be made until Wednesday. The Pasifika GP network chair Dr Apisalome Talemaitoga spoke to Māni Dunlop.
Midday Rural News for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 23:35 - 7 minutes - 6.44 MBNews from the rural and farming sector.
Midday Sports News for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 23:28 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBMidday Sport update for Monday 21 March 2022
Midday Business News for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 23:20 - 8 minutes - 7.62 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.
Three bodies recovered after vessel sinks near Otou / North cape
March 20, 2022 23:15 - 4 minutes - 4 MBThree bodies have been recovered after a charter fishing vessel sank near Otou North Cape in poor weather. There were ten people onboard the boat which activated its emergency locator beacon around 8-o'clock last night. Five were rescued and taken to hospital; but two are yet to be found. The Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre's Nick Burt said the search, which covers about 300 square nautical miles, involves fishing vessels, the Defence Force, Coastguard, and rescue helicopters. RNZ r...
Bad weather strikes top of the country, now heading south
March 20, 2022 23:12 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBA band of bad weather hit the top of the country hard this morning, creating widespread flooding. Two months worth of rain fell in two hours in Tamaki Makaurau this morning. Thousands of lightning strikes have been detected; and MetService has just lifted its thunderstorm watch for Auckland, but has put a new warning out for Waikato. Auckland reporter Katie Todd spoke to Māni Dunlop.
Kilts, haggis and whiskey: A taste of Dunedin's only Scottish Restaurant
March 20, 2022 22:30 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBDunedin may be known as the Edinburgh of the south, but it only has one Scottish restaurant- Bracken. It is owned by Jacqueline and David Burt who emigrated to New Zealand 12 years ago, spending the first 9 years in Kaikoura. The menu changes weekly but there are some staple ingredients, such as haggis and whiskey served every which way. There's tartan on the walls and the staff even wear kilts. Lynn Freeman speaks to David about his passion for Scottish cuisine.
11am RNZ Pacific News for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 22:00 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBThe latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific.
Wild weather lashes Auckland, Northland
March 20, 2022 21:35 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBThunderstorms and lightning have lashed Northland and Auckland this morning causing widespread disruption, including power outages, school closures, property damage and flooding. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for the Rodney, Gulf, Kaipara, Auckland City, Waitakere, Franklin and Albany areas. More than 4000 lightning strikes were recorded in the Auckland and lower Northland regions, with more than 700 in the space of five minutes earlier this morning. According to NIWA record...
Book review: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan
March 20, 2022 21:35 - 3 minutes - 3.64 MBKiran Dass reviews Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan, published by Faber
A Quest to Find and Save the World's Largest Owl
March 20, 2022 21:05 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBJonathan Slaght spent five years risking life and limb in the remote forests of eastern Russia researching the largest and one of the most elusive owls on the planet. The endangered Blakiston's fish owl has a wingspan of six feet and are the easiest to find in winter, where their tracks can be spotted along the snowy river banks. Jonathan Slaght has long been enamoured by the mysterious bird and alongside a devoted team, embarked on a research mission involving blizzards, the crossing of...
Five still missing in waters off North Cape
March 20, 2022 21:00 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBMaritime New Zealand says the search is continuing to find the five unaccounted people in the waters off North Cape. An emergency beacon was activated by a vessel about eight o'clock last night. 10 people were on board and five were rescued and are now in a stable condition in Kaitaia Hospital. Helicopters and boats have been out searching the water this morning and ground crews also searching along the shoreline. Lynn gets an update from search and rescue officer Nick Burt.
10am RNZ Pacific News for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 9.13 MBThe latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific.
Canada correspondent Catherine Cullen
March 20, 2022 20:45 - 10 minutes - 9.58 MBCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau looks at an "aggressive increase" in defence spending amidst a push to further help Ukraine. Also Catherine talks to Lynn about Canada pulling back on most of its Covid restrictions. Catherine Cullen is a Senior Reporter on Parliament Hill for CBC News.
The battle for the Auckland mayoralty
March 20, 2022 20:30 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBSome hats are already in the ring to replace Phil Goff, who are they and what are the most pressing issues facing Auckland? NZ Herald Supercity reporter Bernard Orsman has the latest. He's covered local government for more than 20 years.
Now I don't know my ABC: The perilous state of literacy in NZ
March 20, 2022 20:05 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBA new report brings into sharp focus what needs to happen to prevent the current over a third of fifteen year olds from struggling with maths, reading and writing. Now I don't know my ABC: The perilous state of literacy in Aotearoa New Zealand is a new report from the Education Hub, a not-for-profit group aiming to bridge the gap between research and what actually goes on in education. It follows up on a set of statistics presented in a 2020 UNICEF report showing 35% of fifteen-year-old ...
9am RNZ Pacific News for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 20:00 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBThe latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific.
Antarctica heatwave sends temps 40C above normal
March 20, 2022 19:54 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBAntarctica, the world's coldest continent holding 70 percent of the planet's freshwater, has just experienced a freak heatwave. Temperatures over the eastern Antarctic sheet have soared up to 40 degrees above normal levels for three days - and counting. Victoria University of Wellington lecturer in climate science Dr Kyle Clem spoke to Susie Ferguson.
Green Party claims secret talks for enrolments for boarding schools for children with disabilities
March 20, 2022 19:51 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MBThe Green Party has blown the whistle on secret talks aimed at boosting enrolments to the country's three boarding schools for children with disabilities. RNZ revealed last year the schools are paid for four times as many students as they actually have, resulting in funding they themselves described as ridiculous. The schools, Salisbury, Westbridge and Halswell, claim they are being starved of enrolments but critics say disabled children should not be sent away from home. Education corre...
Damning report exposes literacy declining literacy rates
March 20, 2022 19:45 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBNow I don't know my ABC - the perilous state of literacy in Aotearoa New Zealand. That's the title of new report from the Education Hub think tank which examines the reasons why over a third of 15-year-olds are struggling to read and write - and what can be done about it. The research draws on multiple studies to paint a stark picture of New Zealand's declining literacy rates over decades. Ruth Hill reports.
Damning report exposes declining literacy rates
March 20, 2022 19:45 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBNow I don't know my ABC - the perilous state of literacy in Aotearoa New Zealand. That's the title of new report from the Education Hub think tank which examines the reasons why over a third of 15-year-olds are struggling to read and write - and what can be done about it. The research draws on multiple studies to paint a stark picture of New Zealand's declining literacy rates over decades. Ruth Hill reports.
News in Tongan for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 19:40 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBThe latest news in Tongan is brought to you by Pacific Media Network
DHB spending on contractors and consultants rising
March 20, 2022 19:40 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBBig questions are being raised over whether hospitals are accurately reporting their massive spending on often highly paid contractors. There's a warning the health reforms could make the public reporting worse National says the Auditor General should investigate. Phil Pennington reports. The Office of the Auditor General says it audits DHB annual reports but not other specific information they provide to select committees. It says DHBs are not required to separately disclose expenditure...
Flooding affects Northland area
March 20, 2022 19:35 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MBWild weather has lashed parts of the north of the North Island over night. Whangarei's mayor Sheryl Mai spoke to Susie Ferguson after she was briefed on the latest flooding.
Markets Update for 21 March 2022
March 20, 2022 19:29 - 1 minute - 1.6 MBA brief update of movements in the financial sector.
Covid-19: Isolated communities battle virus
March 20, 2022 19:25 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBThe small isolated communities along Tairāwhiti's East Coast say they're putting in the hard mahi as Covid-19 cases rise. Hours away from any pharmacy and with doctors a rare commodity, they've come together to battle the virus. Reporter Tom Kitchin has more.
Covid-19: National on unvaccinated NZers skipping MIQ
March 20, 2022 19:20 - 5 minutes - 4.84 MBA rule change allowing unvaccinated New Zealanders to dodge MIQ has the National Party questioning the government's other health orders. The government quietly changed the rules on Friday. National Party Covid-19 spokesperson Chris Bishop spoke to Susie Ferguson.
Covid-19: National Party on unvaccinated NZers skipping MIQ
March 20, 2022 19:20 - 5 minutes - 4.84 MBA rule change allowing unvaccinated New Zealanders to dodge MIQ has the National Party questioning the government's other health orders. The government quietly changed the rules on Friday. National Party Covid-19 spokesperson Chris Bishop spoke to Susie Ferguson.