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Point Chevalier road works fraying residents' nerves
April 04, 2024 18:48 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MBResidents in the Auckland suburb of Point Chevalier say their houses are damaged and nerves frayed due to roadworks. Roads are being dug up for major upgrades, and while the residents we spoke to support the change, they are struggling to live with it. And the help number given to households hasn't been working. Katie Fitzgerald reports.
Silver Ferns to announce head coach
April 04, 2024 18:45 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBRNZ understands that Dame Noeline Taurua will be retained as the Silver Ferns head coach in an announcement on Friday. In February, Netball New Zealand said it would advertise the job when Dame Noeline's contract came to an end. RNZ Netball reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
More than 100,000 expected to take to the streets for climate strike
April 04, 2024 18:37 - 2 minutes - 2.66 MBFrom Whangarei to Invercargill, more than 100,000 people are expected to take to the streets in Friday's climate strike. But it's not just about the climate crisis - the event is led by a coalition including Toitū Te Tiriti and the Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa, as well as School Strike 4 Climate. Pretoria Gordon has more.
Defence Minister met with US military contractor to talk about AUKUS Pillar Two
April 04, 2024 18:26 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBThe Defence Minister has met with a major American military contractor to talk about the controversial - and critics say 'anti-China' - security pact AUKUS Pillar Two. Officials told Judith Collins that Honeywell, which holds billions in US defence contracts, wants to invest to grow in the region. Collins' ministerial diary notes the meeting with the veteran member of the US military-industry establishment, but only an OIA document mentions Pillar 2. It is a pact designed to accelerate s...
Labour describe latest job cuts as 'reckless'
April 04, 2024 18:15 - 5 minutes - 5.43 MBThe Labour party is describing the latest round of job cuts as reckless. Part of the proposal was to look at closing the Suicide Prevention Office and merging two of the main roles into a wider team. Now the Minister for Mental Health Matt Doocey has stepped in, saying he has told the Director-General of Health he expects the office to stay open. Doocey declined a request to talk to us Friday morning. Labour's Public Service spokesperson Ayesha Verrall spoke to Corin Dann.
Tight job market to get more competitive in Wellington as govt agencies look to make more cuts
April 04, 2024 18:10 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBA tight job market in the capital is about to get even more competitive, with government agencies looking to make more cuts over the next few months. But those facing redundancy won't just be competing against each other - a number of former public sector workers are still looking for jobs after a crack-down on contractors in the last few months. And as Soumya Bhamidipati reports, they're cutting back their own spending as budgets tighten and uncertainty grows.
Business News for 5 April 2024
April 04, 2024 17:55 - 4 minutes - 4.17 MBBusiness news for 5 April 2024.
Funding for flood protection is 'vital' say insurers
April 04, 2024 17:50 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBRegional councils and insurers agree: funding for flood protection is vital for keeping insurance in at-risk areas affordable and available. But the man leading an 80-project proposal says the suggestion of using private capital would only mean higher costs for ratepayers. RNZ political reporter Russell Palmer has more.
Nelson Council completes buy out of some red stickered homes
April 04, 2024 17:47 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBNelson Council has completed buyouts worth $6 million for ten properties at risk of landslides from public land. The properties in the suburb, The Brook, were at risk following the severe rainfall in the city in August 2022. The council is now consulting on what will happen to the next collection of red-stickered houses - at risk of landslides from private land. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith spoke to Corin Dann.
Local Government vice-president on Māori wards
April 04, 2024 17:40 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBLocal Government New Zealand says reversing councils' ability to decide on Maori wards is a "slap in the face" from central Government. The Coalition announced councils that brought in Māori wards without polling residents will either need to hold a binding referenda or scrap the wards they've set up. It said this is needed to reverse changes that were divisive and which denied communities the ability to determine whether Maori wards should be established. But Campbell Barry, the vice-pr...
Early Sports Chat for 5 April 2024
April 04, 2024 17:38 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 5 April 2024
April 04, 2024 17:24 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 5 April 2024
April 04, 2024 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.61 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Demand for IT professionals falls
April 04, 2024 17:08 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBTechnology professionals have seen demand for their skills tumble by more than 50 percent over the past year, according to an industry body that tracks recruitment around the country. The Recruitment, Consulting and Staffing Association says it has been a rough year for coders in particular, and the signs are it's not going to get much better for a while. The association's spokesperson Rob Woodward spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Top Stories for Friday 5 April 2024
April 04, 2024 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBTop stories for Friday April 5 2024: The Defence Minister met with major American military contractor Honeywell to talk about the controversial security pact Aukus Pillar Two. Public sector job cuts are creating an even tighter labour market in Wellington, where former contractors were already hunting for work. Members of Local Government NZ are angry the central government is stepping on its toes, forcing councils to hold binding referenda on Māori wards. We talk to the high flying Well...
Cats in Lower Hutt now required to be desexed and microchipped
April 03, 2024 19:51 - 2 minutes - 2.61 MBPet owners in Lower Hutt are now required to ensure their cats are desexed and microchipped. It's also compulsory for cats older than twelve weeks to be on the Companion Animal Register. Councillor Andy Mitchell says the changes will help reduce feral cat populations. Mitchell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Chch scientists developing solar powered aircraft with NASA
April 03, 2024 19:46 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBScientists from a Christchurch-based flight company have been awarded funding to develop their high-altitude, solar-powered aircraft with NASA. Technology and Space minister Judith Collins has announced twelve research teams will be given $75,000 as part of the Government's Catalyst Fund. Dr Dan Price is chief scientist at Kea Aerospace. Its research with NASA is aimed at improving monitoring of coastal water quality. Price spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Christchurch scientists developing solar powered aircraft with NASA
April 03, 2024 19:46 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBScientists from a Christchurch-based flight company have been awarded funding to develop their high-altitude, solar-powered aircraft with NASA. Technology and Space minister Judith Collins has announced twelve research teams will be given $75,000 as part of the Government's Catalyst Fund. Dr Dan Price is chief scientist at Kea Aerospace. Its research with NASA is aimed at improving monitoring of coastal water quality. Price spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Hawke's Bay leaders call for more funding to rebuild roads and bridges damaged in Cyclone Gabrielle
April 03, 2024 19:43 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBHawke's Bay leaders are calling for more government funding to rebuild roads and bridges that were extensively damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle. A meeting was held on Wednesday between the Prime Minister and representatives including local mayors. Hastings mayor Sandra Hazlehurst says in her district alone, damage to bridges and roads totals $800 million. Hazlehurst spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 19:40 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MBAn update from RNZ's sports team.
Markets Update for 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 19:31 - 1 minute - 1.62 MBA brief update of movements in the financial sector.
Overcrowding an issue at Auckland Hospital
April 03, 2024 19:26 - 5 minutes - 5.18 MBOvercrowding has forced an Auckland public hospital to do what it had tried to avoid - putting patients in corridors. North Shore Hospital's emergency department had maintained a strict no-corridor policy since a critical inquiry into the practice 15 years ago. It's now changed tack. Health New Zealand's emergency department clinical director for Waitemata Dr Kate Allan spoke to Corin Dann.
Surge in household insurance 'unusual' says Insurance Council
April 03, 2024 19:20 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MBThe head of the Insurance Council has described the surge in household insurance premiums as "unusual". RNZ has revealed that household premiums have jumped by more than 30 percent in a year in some parts of New Zealand. Some companies appear to have withdrawn online quotes for entire regions. Insurance Council chief executive Tim Grafton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Education Minister on new Aotearoa Histories Curriculum
April 03, 2024 19:10 - 8 minutes - 8.2 MBTeachers say they are overwhelmed and need clearer direction about how to teach the new Aotearoa New Zealand Histories Curriculum The curriculum was introduced for all students from years one to ten at the start of last year. The Education Review Office report came out today and as well as teacher concerns it reports only half their pupils are enjoying it. Education Minister Erica Stanford spoke to Corin Dann.
ACC turns 50
April 03, 2024 18:53 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBACC is 50 years old this week, and while some say it's time to celebrate, others are calling for change. Reporter Lauren Crimp takes a look at its history.
Pressure mounts on Israel to explain deaths of aid workers
April 03, 2024 18:44 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MBPressure is mounting on Israel to explain why seven humanitarian aid workers in clearly marked vehicles were killed in an air strike this week. Seven people died after the World Central Kitchen convoy was hit several times. The CEO of WCK, chef Jose Andres, has told Reuters in an interview that the Israeli attack targeted them "systematically, car by car." The Israeli Defence Force claims the strike was deliberate, but they thought the aid convoy was something else. Author and columnist ...
City Gallery may have to temporarily close due to construction
April 03, 2024 18:40 - 3 minutes - 3.64 MBA leading New Zealand public art gallery may have to temporarily close due to construction work. Wellington's City Gallery will have its main access shut off in June when demolition of the earthquake-damaged civic administration building closes the main entrance to Civic Square. Diana Marsh, chief executive of Experience Wellington which manages the gallery, says the gallery is "exploring alternative venues". She declined our invitation to come on the show Thursday morning. RNZ's Culture...
North Shore Emergency Department leaving patients in corridors due to space
April 03, 2024 18:35 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBNorth Shore Hospital's emergency department is again leaving patients in corridors. The Auckland hospital had successfully maintained a strict no corridor policy since a highly critical inquiry 15 years ago. But overcrowding is forcing the change. Sarah Dalton of the Association of Salaried Medical Specialists spoke to Corin Dann.
Government department pulls plug on project to give secure access to data
April 03, 2024 18:23 - 4 minutes - 4.17 MBA government department has pulled the plug on a multi-million-dollar project meant to give people more secure access to birth, death and marriage data online. Internal Affairs won't say how much money was sunk into the project central to a $150 million dollar overhaul. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Immigration NZ turning down almost half of student visa applications from India
April 03, 2024 18:20 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBAgents say fraud and tougher rules are driving high refusal rates for foreign students applying from India. Immigration New Zealand says it is turning down about half the study visa applications coming from the Indian subcontinent. Most of the students it is declining have applied to study at polytechnics or private institutes. RNZ education correspondent John Gerritsen reports.
Data shows cost of insuring a house jumped more than 30 percent
April 03, 2024 18:14 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MBTreasury data shows the cost of insuring a house jumped by more than 30 percent in some parts of the country, in less than a year. The data, released to RNZ under the Official Information Act, also reveals that while insurance is still widely available, some companies appear to have withdrawn online quotes for entire regions. A disaster economics researcher says the data is a taste of what could come as the risk of climate change-driven natural hazards increases. Kate Newton reports.
Powerful earthquake hits Taiwan
April 03, 2024 18:10 - 4 minutes - 3.94 MBThe search for people trapped in the rubble is continuing in Taiwan following Wednesday's 7.4 magnitude earthquake. At least nine are confirmed dead and up to 800 injured as powerful aftershocks still rock the island. The quake was the strongest to hit Taiwan in 25 years. Taiwan correspondent William Yang spoke to Corin Dann.
Business News for 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 17:55 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.
ERO releases report on new Aotearoa Histories Curriculum
April 03, 2024 17:45 - 6 minutes - 6.36 MBThe Education Review Office says all schools are teaching the Aotearoa New Zealand Histories Curriculum but only half their pupils are enjoying it. The curriculum was introduced for all students from years one to ten at the start of last year. In a report out on Thursday, the office says teachers are overwhelmed and need clearer direction about what to teach. The review office's Ruth Shinoda spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports News for 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 17:39 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBAn update from RNZ's sports team.
Morning Rural News for 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 17:27 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBNews from the rural and farming sector.
Early Business News for 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 17:24 - 1 minute - 1.42 MBA brief update of movements in the financial sector.
NATO foreign ministers meet in Brussels to discuss long-term military support for Ukraine
April 03, 2024 17:18 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBNATO foreign ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss how to put military support for Ukraine on a long-term footing. On the agenda for the two-day meeting is a proposal for a 100 billion Euro five-year fund, and a plan seen as a way to 'Donald Trump-proof' aid for Kyiv. The UK's Foreign Secretary David Cameron urged allies to continue their support for Ukraine. The meeting celebrates the 75th anniversary of the founding of the alliance. Also in attendance is Foreign Minister Winston...
Aid convoy in Gaza deliberately targeted by IDF say sources
April 03, 2024 17:11 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MBUS President Joe Biden says he is "outraged and heartbroken" following Israel's killing of seven humanitarian aid workers in Gaza this week. In a highly critical statement, the President said Israel had not done enough to protect aid workers and the investigation into their deaths "must bring accountability". According to Israeli sources, the aid convoy hit in Gaza on Monday night was deliberately targeted by the Israeli Defence Forces, though they claim they thought it was something els...
Top Stories for Thursday 4 April 2024
April 03, 2024 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBPowerful earthquake hits Taiwan; Immigration NZ turning down half student visa apps from India; Data shows cost of insuring a house jumped more than 30 percent; Govt dep pulls plug on project to give secure access to data; North Shore ED leaving patients in corridors due to space; Art gallery may have to temporarily close due to construction; Pressure mounts on Israel to explain deaths of aid workers.
Reports Kava is being commercially grown in US
April 02, 2024 19:46 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBRecent reports of Kava being commercially grown in the United States have sparked concerns about the threat posed to the Kava Industry in the Pacific Islands. RNZ Pacific's Finau Fonua has more.
Too hard basket: Some Aucklanders not using food scraps bin
April 02, 2024 19:46 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBIt's been nearly nearly six months since the roll out of the green food waste bin was completed in Auckland. Food scraps in landfills make a lot of methane and CO2 which are harmful greenhouse gases. There are already food waste collections around New Zealand. In Auckland, council charges an annual fee of $77.20 for the bin, even if they don't use it. First Up producer Mahvash Ikram checked in with some Auckland residents who received their bin last year.
Sports Chat for 3 April 2024
April 02, 2024 19:37 - 3 minutes - 2.97 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 3 April 2024
April 02, 2024 19:29 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MBMarket Update for 3 April 2024.
Most capped All Black Sam Whitelock retires
April 02, 2024 19:27 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MBSam Whitelock, the most capped All Black of all time, is retiring from professional rugby. He will hang up his boots in June at the end of the 2024 season in France where he is currently playing. Whitelock played with the All Blacks for 13 years, earning 153 caps, starting in two World Cup final wins in 2011 and 2015. Former All Blacks lock Ian Jones spoke to Corin Dann.
New Brighton residents promised upgrade to Pages Road Bridge
April 02, 2024 19:26 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBResidents of Christchurch's coastal suburbs around New Brighton are being promised they won't have to wait another decade for an urgently needed new bridge. The existing one is a critical emergency escape route but is almost 100 years old and suffered significant damage in the 2011 earthquake. And as Timothy Brown reports, plans for an upgrade are grinding slowly ahead.
Risk of myocarditis from Covid vaccine very rare says physician
April 02, 2024 19:17 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBAn infectious disease physician and expert in biochemistry says the risk of myocarditis after a Covid-19 vaccine is very rare but needs to be monitored. Coroner Robin Kay has released the findings into the death of a 13-year-old on Wednesday. He couldn't determine whether the boy's second dose of the Pfizer vaccine, 10 days before, was a cause of his fatal myocarditis - or whether another virus was to blame. University of Otago professor of biochemistry Kurt Krause spoke to Ingrid Hipkis...
Labour unimpressed over Government's 36 point plan
April 02, 2024 19:12 - 6 minutes - 5.51 MBThe Government says it has a dramatic new plan for the nation, covering, among other things, the oil industry, tax and school absenteeism. The action plan contains 36 bullet points to be ticked off by June the 30th. Opposition parties are unimpressed. Labour deputy leader Carmel Sepuloni spoke to Corin Dann.
Gen Z say managers delulu when it comes to language
April 02, 2024 18:57 - 4 minutes - 4.03 MBMembers of Generation Z, some of the youngest in New Zealand's workforce, say they're struggling with managers that don't always understand the way they speak. Katie Fitzgerald has more.
Urban writers dominate Ockham Book Awards shortlist
April 02, 2024 18:48 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBIs it possible writers who don't live in Aotearoa's main centres are disadvantaged when it comes to awards and literary festivals? On the Ockham Book Awards shortlist, for example, all of this year's finalists live in the four main cities; or in the case of three finalists, overseas. RNZ Waikato regional reporter, and author, Libby Kirkby-McLeod, looked in to this urban dominance.