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Wayward takahē found after 10 day adventure
October 22, 2019 19:55 - 2 minutes - 2.14 MBA wayward takahe couple have been recaptured ten days after escaping from their sanctuary at Tawharanui. Walter and Manaaki went roaming through the Tawharanui Regional Park, covering a distance of around 20 kilometres and evading capture until yesterday. Matt Maitland is a senior ranger at Auckland Council who led the search operation.
Justin Trudeau wins Canadian election in a narrow victory
October 22, 2019 19:52 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBJustin Trudeau has retained power in a narrow victory in parliamentary elections, but lost both his majority and - by a slight margin - the popular vote. Mr Trudeau's Liberal Party won 157 seats, 13 short of a majority, which means he will be the leader of a minority government. Corin speaks to Toronto correspondent, Laura McQuillan.
Police failed to tell doctor young man hurt himself in cell
October 22, 2019 19:46 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBAn inquest has been told the police failed to tell a doctor a young man had hit his head more than 200 times against the walls and floor of the South Auckland police cell he later died in. 21 year old Sentry Taitoko, who was high on drugs, died in a suicide watch cell at Counties Manukau Police station in February 2014. Katie Scotcher reports.
Air New Zealand scraps London services
October 22, 2019 19:44 - 2 minutes - 2.59 MBAir New Zealand is scrapping its flights to and from London. It's been flying the flagship Los Angeles-London route since 1982. We speak to aviation commentator Peter Clark about the announcement.
Change in visa policy tramples Indian marriage culture
October 22, 2019 19:38 - 5 minutes - 5 MBMembers of the Indian community are furious at a change in government policy they say tramples over Indian marriage culture. New Zealand Indians who go to India to marry in an arranged marriage are no longer able to bring their new spouse here under a partnership visa, unless they can show they've been living together for at least a year. The president of the Auckland Indian Association, Narendra Bhana, says that's not how Indian marriages work. The national manager for visa services at ...
Market Update for Wednesday 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 19:31 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBA brief update on the movements in the financial sector
Air New Zealand pulling out of London
October 22, 2019 19:28 - 2 minutes - 2.82 MBAir New Zealand has axed it's Los Angeles to London route due to rising competition; this historic route has been in place for over 30 years. Kim Savage reports.
Victims' advocate on police bullying
October 22, 2019 19:24 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBLouise Nicholas is a victims' advocate who has advised police on handling sexual assault complaints. She says police need to "dive deep and look at the underlying issue of why officers are being bullied".
Police whistleblower warned for talking to media
October 22, 2019 19:20 - 3 minutes - 3.4 MBWithin hours of Police Commissioner Mike Bush announcing a review into bullying within the force, a whistleblower who helped spark the inquiry was put on notice by police headquarters for speaking to RNZ. John Woodward quit the police in 2017, saying he'd been bullied while a sole charge officer on the West Coast, and again when he transferred to Wairarapa. His lawyer received a complaint yesterday, advising Mr Woodward had breached the terms of his confidential settlement by talking abo...
'Clearly devastating for the city' - Ak business association
October 22, 2019 19:17 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBThe fire "is clearly devastating for the city [and] for everyone involved," said Viv Beck the chief executive of city centre business association, Heart of the City. The fire was expected to create knock-on impacts to business, tourism and productivity, she said but it was too early to know how significant that would be.
Weather hampering fire efforts
October 22, 2019 19:15 - 1 minute - 1.72 MBWe speak to RNZ reporter Chen Liu who is outside Radio New Zealand on the corner of Cook and Nelson Streets where as well as being windy it has also been hailing.
Whole day to get fire under control
October 22, 2019 19:10 - 5 minutes - 5.52 MBFire and Emergency says it could take a whole day to get the fire at the SkyCity Convention Centre under control. Flames are still erupting from the roof and black smoke is still billowing from the building and across the city. We get the latest from RNZ reporter, Amy Williams
Sports News for 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.69 MBThe England rugby coach Eddie Jones is doing his best to get into the heads of the All Blacks ahead of this weekend's World Cup semifinal.
Rugby World Cup: Eddie Jones fires up, All Blacks injury scare
October 22, 2019 18:55 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MBThe England coach Eddie Jones' silver tongue is in stinging form and shooting verbal barbs ahead of this weekend's mouth watering Rugby World Cup semi-final against the All Blacks in Yokohama.The fiery Australian has taken aim at the world champions and the New Zealand media, and even thrown out some conspiracy theories worthy of a James Bond film. Rugby reporter Joe Porter is in Tokyo.
Road Transport Forum accuses AT of sowing confusion
October 22, 2019 18:51 - 4 minutes - 3.88 MBRoad Transport Forum chief executive Nick Leggett says dropping speeds is sowing confusion, and will reduce productivity and travel times throughout Auckland.
Battle over decision to lower speed limit to 30k/hr
October 22, 2019 18:42 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBThe decision to lower the speed limit to 30 kilometres an hour in most of central Auckland is being greeted as long-overdue and transformative by some, a threat to productivity and another blow to motorists by others. Auckland Transport's board voted yesterday to lower the speed limits on 10 per cent of the city's urban and rural roads, which it says will prevent around 87 deaths or serious injuries over the next five years.
NZ First says 'get on the first plane home if you're not happy'
October 22, 2019 18:41 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBThe message from New Zealand First to Indians in New Zealand, disgruntled with changes to immigration policy - get on the first plane home if you're not happy.A change in approach immigration officials are now taking to partnership visas means Indians in particular are having a much harder time bringing their spouses to New Zealand - due to arranged marriages.There's also been a recent rule change for parent category visas, making it harder to bring over Mum and Dad.Our political reporte...
Neighbours mourn man killed in police pursuit
October 22, 2019 18:39 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBNeighbours of the Christchurch driver killed during a police pursuit describe him as a keen gardener, and a caring man, who will be dearly missed. 64-year-old Kenneth McCaul died when the fleeing driver in a Toyota crashed into his Hyundai while he was travelling to his work at Christchurch Hospital, about four in the morning. The five occupants in the Toyota have critical to moderate injuries.
War of words continues over returning foreign fighters legislation
October 22, 2019 18:30 - 7 minutes - 6.91 MBThe government is accusing National of reneging on its word over new laws to monitor fighters returning from overseas. The bill's been delayed as Justice Minister Andrew Little works to get enough votes to pass the first reading. Mr Little says National confirmed its support for the law changes by email last week, but now won't follow through with that commitment. We speak to National party leader, Simon Bridges.
Bullying whistleblower put on notice by police
October 22, 2019 18:26 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBA former police officer who blew the whistle on bullying to RNZ has been put on notice by the police's top legal advisor for breaching the terms of the settlement reached when he quit the force. John Woodward's lawyer received a letter of complaint yesterday -- less than five hours after Commissioner Mike Bush announced he'd ordered an independent review into complaints of police bullying. He told RNZ's police reporter Ben Strang the email from police principal legal advisor Cathryn Curr...
Auckland's mayor Phil Goff on the fire
October 22, 2019 18:21 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MBAuckland's mayor Phil Goff says it's distressing to see the fire still burning a day and a half after it began. He says this is a setback to construction, and the venue may not be ready for the APEC leaders meeting in 2021.
Could take 'til evening to get fire under control, says FENZ
October 22, 2019 18:15 - 4 minutes - 4.4 MBFor the very latest on efforts to put the fire out, we speak to Fire and Emergency's Region Manager Ron Devlin.
Roof sacrificed, Convention Centre still burns
October 22, 2019 18:10 - 5 minutes - 5.47 MBThe Sky City Convention centre is still burning this morning with flames still visible and black smoke billowing from the building and across the city. Auckland's mayor Phil Goff says the smoke is making things very unpleasant in the central city. People nearby are asked to stay out of the smoke, close windows and doors, and turn off air conditioning. Corin speaks to RNZ reporter Amy Williams.
Sports News for 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.76 MBThe England coach Eddie Jones says there's immense pressure on the All Blacks, but none on his side going into this weekend's Rugby World Cup semifinal.
Business News for 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 17:49 - 7 minutes - 6.78 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.
Sky City convention centre still on fire
October 22, 2019 17:38 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBOrange flames and black smoke are still billowing out from the roof of the convention centre in Auckland. Firefighters say the fire that started early yesterday afternoon is still not under control - and winds today are expected to gust up to 100-kilometres per hour. 21 fire trucks are on the scene. Neighbouring buildings are being evacuated. The latest here from reporter Amy Williams.
Morning Rural News for 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 17:27 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBNews from the rural and farming sector.
Early Business News for 21 October 2019
October 22, 2019 17:21 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBA brief update of movements in the financial sector.
Snow hits South Island - roads update
October 22, 2019 17:16 - 2 minutes - 1.95 MBSnow has started to fall in parts of the South Island, with falls predicted to become heavy during the morning. Some areas in Canterbury, Marlborough and Central Otago have snow and ice warnings in place and drivers are being warned to take care. Tresca Forrester from the Transport Agency spoke to Philippa Tolley.
Convention centre continues to burn
October 22, 2019 17:09 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBThe Sky City Convention centre is still burning this morning and it is not yet under control. Late last night firefighters abandoned efforts to battle a fire on an Auckland construction site from the rooftop, and have focussed on stopping it from spreading further below. There are concerns the roof may collapse. The fire broke out in the roof cavity of the SkyCity Convention Centre, which is under construction in Hobson Street, early yesterday in the afternoon. RNZ's Chen Liu is at the s...
Sports News for 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 17:04 - 1 minute - 1.86 MBThe All Blacks coach Steve Hansen believes the team have successfully 'reset' after last week's comprehensive win over Ireland as they prepare for an even bigger challenge.
Top Stories for Wednesday 23 October 2019
October 22, 2019 17:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBAuckland's convention centre continues to burn out of control. The roof's been sacrificed - we ask the city's fire chief how they'll save the rest of the building. Police threaten a whistleblower with legal action.
Car 'completely crushed against wall' after pursuit crash
October 21, 2019 19:47 - 2 minutes - 2.48 MBIn Christchurch, eight people have been injured, three critically, after a fleeing driver crashed in to another car. The crash at the intersection of Glandovey and Idris Roads happened just after four this morning. The police say they pursued the car for four minutes before it crashed and occupants from both vehicles were seriously injured. We speak to Christchurch reporter Conan Young at the scene.
Researchers: govt can get on top wilding pine problem
October 21, 2019 19:44 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBResearchers say the government has a golden opportunity to nip the country's wilding pine problem in the bud, before it costs the economy billions more. The Ministry for Primary Industries says it's making huge inroads controlling and eradicating the trees, by investing an extra $10.5 million a year. But others at the frontline say they've only been able to achieve stop-gap measures and they need long-term funding guarantees. Katie Todd reports.
Woman fell 'extraordinarily unwell' by resthome care
October 21, 2019 19:40 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBThe Deputy Health and Disability commissioner says a woman who died of an infection at an Auckland resthome required hospital-level care throughout her stay, but never got it. Deputy commissioner Rose Wall says she was extraordinarily unwell by the time she was taken to hospital, six months after arriving at the home.
Are water reforms re-opening the town and country divide?
October 21, 2019 19:36 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBMany in Otago's rural sector thought rhetoric used by the Labour Party during 2017's election campaign was an attack on farming. And now the Government's intended freshwater reforms are seen by some as a attempt to re-open the town and country divide. Our Otago-Southland reporter Timothy Brown has the story.
Market Update for 22 October 2019
October 21, 2019 19:30 - 59 seconds - 993 KBA brief update on the movements in the financial sector
No figures on multi-million costs of visa delays
October 21, 2019 19:27 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBEducation providers want to know why the multi-million cost of immigration delays is being ignored by the Government agency set up to attract overseas students. A proposed new dairy farming school in Oamaru has been put on hold because of visa processing problems. Another school has lost more than $3 million in revenue. Gill Bonnett reports.
Justin Trudeau faces electoral challenge
October 21, 2019 19:22 - 4 minutes - 4.66 MBCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's political future hangs in the balance today. Opinion polls have suggested the result of today's election will be incredibly close, with many pollsters predicting a minority government led by either the Liberals or the Conservatives. Our correspondent in Toronto, Laura McQuillan, spoke with Corin Dann.
Mayor-elect Andy Foster: recount a distraction
October 21, 2019 19:18 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBWellington's Mayor-elect, Andy Foster, says talk about a recount is causing a "distraction" for the council at the start of their term. Mr Foster beat the incumbent Justin Lester by 62 votes - leading Mr Lester to suggest he will apply for a recount at the District Court, which he will have to do by Friday. The two rivals have been at loggerheads over the cost of a recount, and who will pay for it. Harry Lock has this report.
Calls for newly elected councillor to resign
October 21, 2019 19:12 - 7 minutes - 7.02 MBA newly elected Tauranga councillor is already facing calls for his resignation. While councillor Andrew Hollis was campaigning, he said the Treaty of Waitangi was "past it's use-by-date" and "a joke". Yesterday, Race Relations Commissioner Meng Foon said Mr Hollis should resign.The Mayor of Tauranga is Tenby Powell and local iwi leader Buddy Mikaere is a former director of the Waitangi Tribunal they are joining us to discuss.
Sports News for 22 October 2019
October 21, 2019 19:06 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBThe Wales rugby coach Warren Gatland has completely downplayed the current controversey surround South African referee Jaco Peyper.
Stewart Island housing shortage stymieing tourism growth
October 21, 2019 18:55 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBRakiura/Stewart Island residents say a housing shortage is forcing some people to move off the island - and it's only expected to get worse. Residents told reporter Tess Brunton the projected tourism growth will be stifled if workers have nowhere to stay.
New sentencing options for meth dealers
October 21, 2019 18:49 - 4 minutes - 4.35 MBMethamphetamine dealers whose own addiction caused their offending can now receive a sentence discount of up to 30 percent. It's one of several changes to meth sentencing options announced today in a Court of Appeal judgment, including that Judges can now consider if an offender's background of poverty and deprivation has impaired their choices or diminished moral responsibility. James Rapley is a QC who led the submissions for the Law Society and Bar Association.
Hype-filled claims led to loosely controlled NZTA contracts
October 21, 2019 18:45 - 4 minutes - 4.33 MBMinisterial briefings show that officials passed hype-filled claims from a Silicon Valley company to Simon Bridges when he was Transport Minister, that paved the way for loosely controlled contracts. But though millions of dollars was spent, the projects did not live up to their billing. Phil Pennington reports the high-tech spending coincided with the underfunding of road safety regulation enforcement.
Meth out of control in Wairoa, says Police Minister
October 21, 2019 18:38 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBThe Police Minister and Napier MP says the Wairoa shootings are a result of the country's meth problem. Stuart Nash says this is why he's asking police to crack down on gangs, and to make the lifestyle less attractive.
PM says "Christchurch Call" could address websites
October 21, 2019 18:26 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBThe Police Minister and Napier MP says the Wairoa shootings are a result of the country's meth problem. Stuart Nash says this is why he's asking police to crack down on gangs, and to make the lifestyle less attractive.
8Chan founder locked in battle with current owner
October 21, 2019 18:22 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBThe creator of the 8Chan website - used by the March 15 gunman to promote the video of the atrocity - is locked in a bitter battle with the current owner. After the Christchurch mosque attacks, 8Chan founder Fredrick Brennan called for it to be shut down and cut all ties with the forum. The current owner is Jim Watkins - who wants to be a citizen of the Philippines, where he's lived on a pig farm for the past 10 years. Mr Brennan is trying to block the application. Matthew Theunissen exp...
Transport Agency 'dropped the ball' on light rail - new Chair
October 21, 2019 18:17 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBThe chair of the Transport Agency has admitted the department let down Cabinet and dropped the ball in its early handling of Auckland's light rail project. It's delayed the process and frustrated ministers. NZTA had been sounding out potential options for funding and building the network - including an unsolicited bid from the NZ Super fund. The then-interim-chair of the NZTA Nick Rogers reportedly dismissed the bid, describing it as little more than a six page powerpoint presentation. T...
Wairoa locals in shock after police targeted in shootings
October 21, 2019 18:10 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBThe community of Wairoa is in shock after the police were targeted in two shootings over the weekend. Armed police are on patrol in the town until further notice, after a shotgun was fired at the home of a police officer on Saturday evening and shots were fired outside the local police station on Sunday evening. Craig Little is the mayor of Wairoa.