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Peace walk nears the finish
March 11, 2022 09:48 - 8 minutes - 12.3 MBTwo nights in hospital and blistered feet have not dented the determination of Temel Atacocugu to finish his walk from Dunedin to Christchurch. Temel is a survivor of the Christchurch mosque shootings in 2019 and he left Dunedin on March the 1st in the name of peace to reclaim the path taken by the terrorist. Along the way he got severe blisters, fever and a blood infection, causing him to spend two nights in Timaru Hospital. He set off again yesterday on a bike and today made it as far ...
Godzone race still going
March 11, 2022 09:40 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBThe 710 kilometre Godzone race in the South Island is still going. The winning team crossed the finish line at Brighton beach south of Dunedin yesterday, but there are still more teams to come in. The race started on the West Coast last week and includes running, mountain biking, kayaking and trekking over mountains. Former All Blacks captain Richie McCaw and his team had to pull out during the race. Warren Bates is the creator of the Godzone race and he's at the finish line on Brighton ...
New Zealand aid worker in Ukraine expands operations
March 11, 2022 09:28 - 10 minutes - 15.1 MBInside Ukraine the fighting that is causing the exodus of so many people is continuing on multiple fronts. The Mayor of Kyiv, former boxing champion Vitali Klitschcko, says the capital has been turned into a fortress as Russian forces close in. Other Ukrainian cities are also under siege and for those who either don't want to leave or can't, aid workers are doing what they can to help. One of them is New Zealander, Mike Seawright, who founded ReliefAid. He entered Ukraine alone two days ...
World Food Programme tackles Ukraine crisis
March 11, 2022 09:18 - 9 minutes - 12.8 MBTwo Ukrainians enter Poland every three seconds and the 1.4 million who have arrived since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, would create Poland's second largest city. In the past fortnight more than two million Ukrainians have become refugees in the European Union, mostly in the eastern member states. The World Food Programme is the world's biggest humanitarian agency fighting hunger and is in Poland. Abeer Etefa is with the WFP in the southern Polish city of Krakow. She's seen thousands of...
Horse and plough add French touch to Marlborough vineyard
March 11, 2022 08:34 - 19 minutes - 18 MBGordon the Clydesdale horse has been roped in to help plough between the rows of Churton Vineyard in Marlborough. It's a return to the old ways and, according to vineyard owner Sam Weaver, it is helping his vines. He has the help of a Frenchwoman who learnt the skill on her family's St Emilion vineyard.
Hard work bears fruit
March 11, 2022 08:25 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBPioneering fruit grower Kevin Jackson and his team go out on a limb to ensure the harvesting season runs smoothly at Jackson Orchards in Cromwell.
Ripe For The Picking
March 11, 2022 08:25 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBPioneering fruit grower Kevin Jackson and his team go out on a limb to ensure the harvesting season runs smoothly at Jackson Orchards in Cromwell.
Ripe for the picking
March 11, 2022 08:25 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBPioneering fruit grower Kevin Jackson and his team go out on a limb to ensure the harvesting season runs smoothly at Jackson Orchards in Cromwell.
Ukraine farmer warns of looming food crisis
March 11, 2022 08:15 - 8 minutes - 8.19 MBUkrainian villagers and farmers have been thrown back into the Middle Ages, slaughtering pigs and milking cows by hand in an effort to keep the country fed, a farmer in Ukraine says.
Full Episode for Friday March 11 2022
March 11, 2022 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBCountry Life hears how farmers are doing in Ukraine, Cosmo chats with pioneering fruit grower Kevin Jackson in Cromwell and Sally finds out how a horse and plough is bringing a touch of romance, beauty and gentle tilling to a Marlborough vineyard.
Waitomo warns customers fuel prices about to go up
March 11, 2022 06:06 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBFuel company Waitomo has warned customers its petrol prices are about to go up from the end of the week. Waitomo Group Managing Director Jimmy Ormsby talks to Lisa Owen.
South Island waits for the worst of Omicron to hit
March 11, 2022 05:17 - 2 minutes - 2.76 MBWhile Omicron cases soar in the North Island, health services across Te Wai Poumanu are still waiting for the worst to hit. Community healthcare will bear the brunt of caring for Covid-patients and they are nervous about what is ahead. RNZ's Tessa Guest reports.
Former NATO commander on Russian invasion of Ukraine
March 11, 2022 05:07 - 9 minutes - 9.01 MBRussia has launched a fresh assault on the besieged city of Mariupol less than a day after the brutal bombing of a maternity hospital. It comes after Russia and Ukraine's foreign ministers failed to agree on a ceasefire overnight and there's been no movement on a humanitarian corridor out of Mariupol either. It's left the city's remaining residents desperate for support with food, water and medicines fast running out. As Russian forces edge closer to Kyiv tonight how will this war end? U...
All the weird, wonderful ways the world is supporting Ukraine
March 11, 2022 04:55 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBFrom bake sales and uniform-free school days, NFT auctions bringing in millions of dollars in crypto - our increasingly digital and social world is opening up new ways of getting much-needed funds to people in Ukraine. Nearly two weeks ago, the Ukrainian government tweeted that it's accepting cryptocurrency donations to aid its military effort. It's already brought in over US$64 million. Here in New Zealand, Kiwis are sending money through online platforms like Airbnb and Etsy to help fa...
NZ BBQ champ up against world's top grillers in Texas
March 11, 2022 04:48 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBA NZ BBQ champ is expecting some sizzling competition when he goes up against some of the world's top grillers this weekend. Cantabrian Dean Davis is one of two New Zealanders who qualified for the Steak Cookoff Association World Championships. It's big, like everything in Texas, where the competition's held. At least 1,500 contestants. And it is not as simple as chucking a raw one on the barbie. There are six pages of rules, from steak thickness, heat sources, grill sharing and fat trim...
Tauranga to keep commissioners in leadership
March 11, 2022 04:44 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBTauranga isn't ready to get its council back, with the minister leaving commissioners in place for at least another two years. The dysfunctional council was sacked in December 2020, and commissioners were installed to run the fifth biggest city in the country. Today the government has decided the job is still not done. Leah Tebbutt reports.
Christchurch urged to hold rubbish while truck drivers isolate
March 11, 2022 04:39 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MBCovid's created a rubbish situation in Christchurch, like an actual rubbish situation. Residents are being asked not to put their bins out unless they're full up, because a bunch of truck drivers are isolating. Lisa Owen talks to Christchurch City Council Resource Recovery Manager Ross Trotter.
Evening business for 11 March 2022
March 11, 2022 04:35 - 3 minutes - 3.03 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.
Hitching posts gone from Feilding but riders not forgotten
March 11, 2022 04:30 - 2 minutes - 2.61 MBHitching posts are long gone from the Manawatū town of Feilding. But the clip clop of horses hooves returned to its centre today as part of a campaign to ensure riders aren't forgotten in plans for new roads. Manawatū reporter Jimmy Ellingham has more.
Christophoria? National sees jump in political poll under Luxon's leadership
March 11, 2022 04:24 - 3 minutes - 2.92 MBNational's leadership woes look to be over as it experiences its version of "Jacindamania" - a surge in support due to "Christophoria". The latest 1News Kantar poll puts National out in front for the first time since before the pandemic - up seven points to reach 39 percent. Labour is at just 37 - its worst result since the 2017 election. What is Labour going to do about it? Here's our deputy political editor Craig McCulloch.
Political poll: National finds deluxe leader in Luxon
March 11, 2022 04:24 - 3 minutes - 2.92 MBNational's leadership woes look to be over as it experiences its version of "Jacindamania" - a surge in support due to "Christophoria". The latest 1News Kantar poll puts National out in front for the first time since before the pandemic - up seven points to reach 39 percent. Labour is at just 37 - its worst result since the 2017 election. What is Labour going to do about it? Here's our deputy political editor Craig McCulloch.
Strict lending rules tweaked, giving first home buyers hope
March 11, 2022 04:22 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MBIt's hoped changes to contentious lending rules will be the break many first home buyers need. Tighter lending restrictions were brought in late last year to crack down on predatory lending - but ended up locking many out of the housing market. The government is now moving to tweak the legislation so takeaway purchases and Netflix subscriptions can't be used against prospective lenders. Our political reporter Anneke Smith has more.
Auckland hospitals stretched to limit, 856 Covid cases in wards
March 11, 2022 04:18 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBHealth authorities are hopeful Auckland's turned the corner in its Covid cases, but the region's hospitals are being stretched to their limits. There are nearly 21,000 new cases today, with 856 people in hospital. Another seven people have died - the highest daily number of deaths so far. But despite the pressure on the frontline health staff, there are signs the outbreak may be easing. Our reporter Nita Blake-Persen and cameraman Nick Monro have the story.
Desperation in Mariupol as Russian attack ongoing
March 11, 2022 04:14 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBApocalyptic conditions - that's how aid agencies are describing what the people of the besieged Ukrainian city of Mariupol are now facing as the invasion of the country enters its third week. With food, water and medicines running out, life is becoming increasingly desperate. The Ukrainian government says not a single civilian was able to leave the besieged city yesterday. Aanei te kai ripoata a Andrew McRae.
Waitomo fuel warns customers prices about to go up
March 11, 2022 04:06 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MBFuel company Waitomo has warned customers its petrol prices are about to go up from the end of the week. Waitomo Group Managing Director Jimmy Ormsby talks to Lisa Owen. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6300307899001
The Panel with Alexia Russell and Rajorshi Chakraborti (Part 2)
March 11, 2022 03:32 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBPanellists Alexia Russell and Rajorshi Chakraborti discuss changes to lending rules, how to stop feeling overwhelmed, and poetry!
The Panel with Alexia Russell and Rajorshi Chakraborti(Part 1)
March 11, 2022 03:08 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBPanellists Alexia Russell and Rajorshi Chakraborti discuss rising living costs, National overtaking Labour in the polls, and laundry!
4pm RNZ Pacific news bulletin for Friday March 11 2022
March 11, 2022 03:00 - 8 minutes - 7.9 MBThe latest news bulletin from RNZ Pacific.
4pm RNZ Pacific News for 11 March 2022
March 11, 2022 03:00 - 8 minutes - 7.89 MBThe latest RNZ Pacific news.
The Pre-Panel with Alexia Russell and Rajorshi Chakraborti
March 11, 2022 02:45 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBPanellists Alexia Russell and Rajorshi Chakraborti share what they have been thinking and Wallace shares feedback from the week.
Critter of the Week: Chatham Islands' pleasing fungus beetle
March 11, 2022 02:35 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBThis week's critter is 'A pleasing fungus beetle', a secretive and endangered beetle from Rangiauria in the Chatham Islands.
Vegan Nachos
March 11, 2022 02:08 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBThis week food stylist and cook Kelly Gibney shares her recipe for tray bake vegan nachos. The star of this dish is the 'mince' made with chilli, tofu, mushrooms and lentils.
Meet woman blowing the whistle at the first Super Rugby Aupiki match
March 11, 2022 01:20 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBLast night was an historic moment for New Zealand sport when women's domestic competition Super Rugby Aupiki kicked off its inaugural season in Hamilton. Maggie Cogger-Orr talks to Jesse about making history herself as the ref!
Critter of the Week T-shirt profits donated to Mohua Marine Trust
March 11, 2022 00:50 - 10 minutes - 9.65 MBAll of the profits from our Critter of the Week t-shirt sales go to our environmental heroes doing volunteer work to help our native flora and fauna. Today Jesse calls the latest recipients of the funds.
Pest eradication project showing signs of success
March 11, 2022 00:40 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBNgāi Tahu Tourism operate a four day guided walk through the Hollyford Valley area, and work closely with the Hollyford Conservation Trust to eradicate pests. Ngāi Tahu Tourism Business Manager Adam Dooney talks to Jesse about the progress they're making.
Musicians set to play in a suburban Auckland backyard
March 11, 2022 00:32 - 6 minutes - 5.83 MBEvent organiser Janine Russell talks to Jesse about the intimate suburban music gigs she's organised to take place in her own Auckland backyard.
Looking behind what's changed the latest political polls
March 11, 2022 00:16 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBA new political poll has shown the National Party ahead of Labour for the first time in two years. Ben Thomas, PR consultant and a former National Government press secretary, talks to Jesse about the numbers.
NZer involved in high profile Euro scam
March 10, 2022 23:52 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBNow for something a little different - a New Zealander living in Europe has been caught up in a scam involving some of the highest profile medical professionals in the world. Last year, comedian Willy Kosovich was asked to MC a medical conference in the city he was living in - Berlin - hosted by the European Society of Medicine. Some of the top names in their fields were invited, some to speak at the event - all for several hundred dollars, of course. Some, including Willy, smelled a rat...
NZer helps expose high profile Euro scam
March 10, 2022 23:52 - 7 minutes - 7.12 MBNow for something a little different - a New Zealander living in Europe has been caught up in a scam involving some of the highest profile medical professionals in the world. Last year, comedian Willy Kosovich was asked to MC a medical conference in the city he was living in - Berlin - hosted by the European Society of Medicine. Some of the top names in their fields were invited, some to speak at the event - all for several hundred dollars, of course. Some, including Willy, smelled a rat...
Putin more dangerous than ever
March 10, 2022 23:47 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MBWhat has been clear during the first two weeks of the invasion - is that all has not gone to plan for Vladimir Putin. Ukraine has fought back, and nations have been almost completely united in condemning his actions, and sanctioning Russia and its most powerful individuals.
Midday Rural News for 11 March 2022
March 10, 2022 23:24 - 7 minutes - 6.64 MBNews from the rural and farming sector.
Midday Sports News for 11 March 2022
March 10, 2022 23:20 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MBMidday Sport update for Friday 11 March 2022
Midday Business News for 11 March 2022
March 10, 2022 23:11 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.
Midday News for Friday 11 March 2022
March 10, 2022 23:00 - 9 minutes - 9.09 MBMidday News Update for Friday 11 March 2022
The week that was - wordle cheats & more
March 10, 2022 22:45 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBComedians Te Radar and Donna Brookbanks bring some levity to the end of the week, including the findings of a new study which shows many people are cheating on their daily Wordle game.
Book review: Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
March 10, 2022 21:35 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MBMartene McCaffrey of Unity Books Auckland reviews Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez. Published by Little, Brown A bold and funny insight into the complicated familial relationships of Olga, a strong-minded Puerto Rican narrator and guide through a rapidly gentrifying and corrupt New York. Gonzalez's debut novel is a beautiful and hilarious look at identity, family, politics and love.
A sticky subject: the science of surfaces
March 10, 2022 21:05 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBThe Post-It note tacked to your wall, the non-stick frypan in the kitchen cupboard, and even your vehicle's tyres gripping the road... You've probably not given too much thought to what makes things sticky, and others slippery. But Laurie Winkless has. She's a physicist and science writer, based in Wellington, and has just published Sticky: The Secret Science of Surfaces. Laurie Winkless tells Kathryn how we're surrounded by stickiness, and it's shaped the manufactured and natural world ...
Safety fears over delay to lowering speed limit
March 10, 2022 20:30 - 8 minutes - 7.73 MBAshburton's Deputy Mayor has been left frustrated after being told it will be two years before the Transport Agency Waka Kotahi could lower a speed limit on a 300 metre stretch of road on the outskirts of Methven. Liz McMillan says developments along State Highway 77 mean the 100-k speed limit is no longer fit for purpose. Frustrated with the length of time it's taken for the agency to act, she's launched a petition which has gained 500 signatures - or a quarter of the town's population....
Inquiry launched into Support of Disabled People During Omicron
March 10, 2022 20:20 - 10 minutes - 9.77 MBThe Disability Rights Commissioner is so concerned about the situation for disabled people during omicron, she has launched an inquiry.Paula Tesoreiro says she is worried about a lack of targeted, accessible information for disabled people, support for testing, help for those experiencing difficulties self-isolating, and the continuity of essential in-home services for disabled people. She says she has heard multiple anecdotes about people being let down by the current response.
Energy Minister Megan Woods on NZ's fuel security
March 10, 2022 20:05 - 20 minutes - 19 MBEarlier this week Nine to Noon looked at the big change on the way to how we get fuel into, and around, New Zealand. After nearly 60 years, the Marsden Point Refinery will shut down its processing units and become an import-only terminal from next month. It means New Zealand will be reliant on tankers bringing refined oil products into the country - a report from Z Energy estimated 175 tankers would visit each year. Amid this fundamental change to our fuel processing capability comes Rus...