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Morning Rural News for 16 February 2024
February 15, 2024 17:30 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 16 February 2024
February 15, 2024 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.66 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
MetService weather reports more favourable conditions for firefighters in Christchurch
February 15, 2024 17:13 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBThere's a reprieve in the weather for the firefighters tackling the massive blaze on Christchurch's Port Hills. Temperatures dropped overnight thanks to a southwesterly change. The fire, which started on Wednesday February 14, was fanned by a hot and gusty north-westerly. MetService meteorologist John Law spoke to Corin Dann.
Port Hills fire burns into its third day
February 15, 2024 17:10 - 2 minutes - 1.97 MBFire crews have again been fighting the huge fire on Christchurch's Port Hills for a second night. Helicopters are expected back in the air again at first light. One home has been destroyed in the blaze, while at least 80 other households have been evacuated. Our reporter Tim Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from the cordon on Worsleys Road.
Top Stories for Friday 16 February 2024
February 15, 2024 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIt's Ramere - Friday, February the 16th Today on RNZ National... Firefighters have spent a second night fighting the huge blaze on Christchurch's Port Hill. We'll cross to our reporters at the cordon, and talk to the Emergency Management Minister mark Mitchell. We have reaction to yesterday's fatal police shooting of a man in Matamata-Piako.. Also Wellington's Council looks at where it will get the money to fix of the city's failing water pipes. And on the West Coast, the eleven-and-a-ha...
Southern Field Days has record number of exhibitors
February 14, 2024 19:51 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBOrganisers say Southern Field Days is back and better than ever with a record number of exhibitors. The biennial event in Waimumu, in the Gore District, was cancelled twice during the pandemic. Farmers say it's a significant date on their calendar and they're happy to see its return. Tess Brunton paid a visit and filed this report.
Nelson Airport home to new $3 million air ambulance
February 14, 2024 19:47 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBThe Flying Doctor Service has a new $3 million air ambulance based at Nelson Airport. The service flew 1,276 missions across the country in the year to last June, with more than half of those from Nelson. The new plane will be officially named and blessed at a ceremony in Nelson on February 15 Feb from 5-7pm. Samantha Gee has the story.
Govt pushing ahead to index benefit rates to inflation
February 14, 2024 19:42 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBThe Government is pushing ahead with its plan to index benefit rates to inflation, a move forecast to save it 670 million dollars over the next four years. In 2019, the Labour-led government linked benefit increases to wage growth, which is typically higher. A bill which would cement the change was debated at Parliament on Wednesday, but Opposition MPs are arguing the debate was unfairly cut short. Political reporter Katie Scotcher reports.
Emergency minister assesses the scale of Christchurch fire
February 14, 2024 19:39 - 2 minutes - 2.2 MBThe Emergency Management and Recovery Minister, Mark Mitchell, was in Christchurch assessing the scale of the Port Hills fire first-hand. Mark Mitchell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports Chat for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 19:36 - 2 minutes - 2.61 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 19:31 - 1 minute - 1.3 MBMarket Update for 15 February 2024.
Leaked: Govt to facilitate overseas build-to-rent investors
February 14, 2024 19:27 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBA leaked draft Cabinet paper shows the Government is looking into allowing more overseas investment for build-to-rent housing. The coalition has already said it will amend the Overseas Investment Act to make it easier to develop build-to-rent housing. The leaked Cabinet document shows the Associate Minister of Finance, Chris Bishop, wants to go further than this. Minister Bishop spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Selwyn mayor on the encroaching blaze from Port Hills
February 14, 2024 19:23 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBThe fire raging on Christchurch's Port Hills has spread south into the Selwyn District Council area. It, along with Christchurch City, declared a state of local emergency yesterday to help co-ordinate the response, and to give officials the power to evacuate people or restrict access to affected areas. An evacuation centre has been set up at the Lincoln Community Centre. Selwyn's mayor Sam Broughton spoke to Corin Dann.
Wildfire scientists determine how Port Hills blaze might spread
February 14, 2024 19:19 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBWildfire scientists have taken samples of the soil, moisture and fuel sources near the fire in the Port Hills, to help predict how the blaze might spread. The Crown research institute for forestry, Scion, says it is ready to support Fire and Emergency with its prediction and modelling skills, and it's also modelling the smoke spread to share that information with public health authorities. Scion wildfire scientist Hugh Wallace spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Port Hills fire continues to grow
February 14, 2024 19:15 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBFire fighters say no homes have been lost in the Port Hills blaze in Christchurch that's forced the evacuation of 80 properties. The fire covers 630 hectares and has crossed the boundary into the Adventure Park. Eighty fire fighters are tackling the blaze on the ground, while 13 helicopters and two planes are dropping water and retardant from the air. Reporter Tim Brown spoke to Corin Dann.
Firefighters continue to battle the blaze in Port Hills
February 14, 2024 19:09 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBFirefighters are continuing to battle the major blaze in the Port Hills. It's now 630 hectares in size and has a 12 kilometre perimeter. Reporter Charlotte Cook spoke to Corin Dann.
Many primary school maths teachers feel unprepared: report
February 14, 2024 18:52 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBMany new primary school teachers feel 'unprepared' for teaching maths, according to a new report by the Education Review Office. The ERO found almost a quarter of new primary school teachers are not confident about their maths teaching skills. ERO's Education Evaluation Centre head Ruth Shinoda spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Wellington City Council services on the chopping block
February 14, 2024 18:46 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBThe axe is hovering above Wellington City Council services as the meeting on its long term plan kicks off this morning. A 15.4% rate increase, shutting down a pool, selling Wellington Airport shares and a significant flow of cash for water pipe infrastructure are all on the table. Nick James reports.
Nicola Willis on cancelling Interislander ferry contract
February 14, 2024 18:38 - 8 minutes - 7.64 MBKiwiRail is beginning the process of cancelling its contract with an overseas boat builder for two new Interislander ferries. The Government declined a request for more funding to buy the ferries and upgrade two ports late last year. KiwiRail is now seeking to terminate the contract. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says she's doing everything she can to reduce the cost of a canceled contract. Willis spoke to Corin Dann.
Fire and Emergency media conference on Port Hills fire
February 14, 2024 18:34 - 5 minutes - 5.04 MBFire and Emergency's Ben Mosby addressed the public in a media conference on the Port Hills fire in Christchurch.
Dame Lisa Carrington bags a Halberg hat-trick
February 14, 2024 18:27 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBDame Lisa Carrington bagged herself a Halberg hat-trick at the annual sport awards in Auckland on February 14. The Olympic and world champion kayaker won the Supreme Halberg sports award for the third time at the glitzy event at Spark Arena. Sports reporter Jonty Dine was at the red carpet.
Dry conditions expected as fire continues to burn
February 14, 2024 18:17 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBAnother hot and dry day is forecast for Christchurch as the fire in the Port Hills continues to burn. MetService Meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Port Hills: 'the smoke is just growing and growing'
February 14, 2024 18:15 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBOur reporter Charlotte Cook was half-way up Worsley Road as smoke continued to billow over the Port Hills in Christchurch. Cook spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss
Christchurch mayor on Port Hills fire
February 14, 2024 18:09 - 5 minutes - 4.6 MBThe fire on Christchurch's Port Hills has continued to spread Wednesday night. On Wednesday evening, Fire and Emergency said it was about 100-hectares in size. But embers, carried by the strong hot northwesterly wind, were sparking new fires. Residents have been evacuated around Early Valley, Worsley Spur, Hoon Hay Valley, and Kennedy's Bush. Firefighters continued ground operations Wednesday night, and helicopters with monsoon buckets have just rejoined the effort are expected to join t...
Sports News for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBDunedin swimmer Erika Fairweather has fallen just short of claiming a second gold at the Swimming World Championships in Doha.
Sports News for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBDunedin swimmer Erika Fairweather has fallen just short of claiming a second gold at the Swimming World Championships in Doha.
Business News for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 17:55 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBBusiness news for 15 February 2024.
Transpower investigates Bromley substation outage
February 14, 2024 17:48 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBAs the fire started raged along the Port Hills yesterday, soot affected the high voltage lines and caused the circuits to trip at the Bromley substation in Christchurch. The local lines company Orion says that knocked out power to 39,000 customers. Late yesterday, flames could be seen near Transpower's pylons and lines. But the national grid operator says it won't be able to inspect them until it is safe to do so. Transpower's General Manager Mark Ryall spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Port Hills fire: 'a sea of properties have been evacuated'
February 14, 2024 17:43 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MBThe fire on Christchurch's Port Hills continues to rage Thursday morning. The blaze, which broke out near the top end of Worsleys Spur road just after 2pm Wednesday, has burnt through 100-hectares of pine forest, scrub, and tussock. Evacuations have taken place in Early Valley, Worsley Spur, Hoon Hay Valley, and Kennedy's Bush and at least half-a-dozen properties were at serious risk Wednesday night. The fire has left residents shaken and anxious, evoking memories of the horrific 2017 fi...
Early Sports Chat for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 17:39 - 4 minutes - 3.81 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 17:27 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 17:25 - 1 minute - 1.4 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Wairoa resident reflects on Cyclone Gabrielle
February 14, 2024 17:22 - 2 minutes - 2.06 MBA Wairoa resident says his community has not lost, but gained, through the devastation of Cyclone Gabrielle. Val Irwin - or Papa Val, as he is known to locals - joined the memorial hīkoi following the path the floodwaters took through Wairoa a year before. Irwin told reporter Lauren Crimp why he was there.
39,000 lost power to Christchurch fire
February 14, 2024 17:12 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBThe fire on Christchurch's Port Hills is burning under the high voltage power lines that connect Ashburton and Christchurch. Transpower says it thinks a build-up of soot affected transmission yesterday, causing a circuit outage at its Bromley substation. 39,000 customers in the east of Christchurch lost electricity just before 2.45pm on Wednesday. The local lines company, Orion, says it restored power within 25 minutes. General manager, Steve MacDonald, spoke to Corin Dann.
Port Hills fire continues to rage
February 14, 2024 17:08 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBThe fire on Christchurch's Port Hills continues to rage this morning, fanned by a nor'west wind. The blaze, which broke out near the top end of Worsleys Spur road just after 2pm yesterday , has burnt through 100 hectares of pine forest, scrub, and tussock. Smaller fires also broke out yesterday sparked by embers carried by the strong winds. Evacuations have taken place in Early Valley, Worsley Spur, Hoon Hay Valley, and Kennedy's Bush and at least half a dozen properties were at serious ...
Sports News for 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.16 MBDame Lisa Carrington was the big winner at the Halberg sports awards last night in Auckland.
Top Stories for Thursday 15 February 2024
February 14, 2024 17:00 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBTop stories for Thursday 15 February 2024 A fire continues to rage on Christchurch's Port Hills and a State of Emergency remains in place. Fire crews are on the scene and Helicopters and planes are back in the air dumping water and fire retardent on the blaze.We'll cross to our reporters at the scene In other news it was a big night at the Halbergs with kayaker Dame Lisa Carrington taking out the supreme award. And we speak to Finanace Minster Nicola Willis about the cancellation of Kiwi...
Auckland shelter encourages puppy love this Valentine's Day
February 13, 2024 19:56 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBValentine's Day and Auckland Council is hoping the city's dog lovers will make room in their hearts, and homes, for abandoned puppies this Valentine's Day. Council's animal management team are taking several down to the city's waterfront today for doggy dates with the public. Animal manager Elly Waitoa says shelters have been overwhelmed with dogs, and they all need a new forever home. Even those not-so-ready for a long-term, committed relationship this Valentine's Day can go down to mee...
LGNZ says 4-year term for councils good test case
February 13, 2024 19:53 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBLocal Government New Zealand says a four-year term for councils could be a good test case for Parliament, but warns against two elections in one year. It follows government plans for legislation that could mean local and central government elections sometimes land in the same year. Digital Political Reporter, Russell Palmer, has the story.
Fletcher Building six month result released
February 13, 2024 19:48 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MBFletcher Building's six month result is out. Business Editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Corin Dann.
How to enjoy the heat while looking after your skin
February 13, 2024 19:44 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MBNew Zealand is heading towards one of the hottest summers on record, with soaring temperatures around the country. And as such, people have been eager to enjoy the outdoors, with parks and beaches packed as the summer sun beams down. So how can you enjoy the heat, and the sunshine, while looking after your skin? RNZ's explainer editor Katie Kenny has been looking into sunscreen products. Kenny spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Market Update for 14 February 2024
February 13, 2024 19:32 - 1 minute - 1.34 MBMarket Update for 14 February 2024
Plan for a national music centre steps forward
February 13, 2024 19:28 - 6 minutes - 5.9 MBPlans for a new music complex in the capital have taken a step forward. Victoria University of Wellington, the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra and Wellington City Council have been working on plans to build a National Music Centre in Civic Square. Part of the project was on hold while a suitable spot was found for the university's music school classes and admin. It's now agreed to relocate the school to the central library building after earthquake strengthening work is finished in 2026. ...
Cyclone effects remain in Te Tai Rāwhiti
February 13, 2024 19:23 - 5 minutes - 4.65 MBThe effects of Cyclone Gabrielle are still being felt, and seen, every day around Te Tai Rāwhiti. The torrential rain one year ago washed slash, the leftovers from forestry harvests, off the hillsides and down the raging rivers; washing away bridges, dislocating and isolating communities along the coast. Residents lost power and communications, and could not be reached by officials for days. But well-organised locals, primed by years of civil defence planning, rallied to check in on each...
Hipkins backing the halt of Israeli military action in Gaza
February 13, 2024 19:14 - 7 minutes - 6.88 MBThe Government now says it backs a halt to Israel's military actions in Gaza. But what would a ceasefire in this conflict look like? Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Gaza: US, Qatar and Egypt senior officials discuss ceasefire
February 13, 2024 19:11 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBSenior officials from the United States, Qatar and Egypt are meeting in Cairo today to discuss a possible ceasefire in Gaza. The head of the Israeli spy agency - Mossad - is also reported to be attending the talks. They take place against warnings of a potential bloodbath if Israel insists on launching a ground attack in the southern Gazan city of Rafah. Rafah had been designated a safe zone for hundreds of thousands of Gazans fleeing Israeli bombardment in the north of the Strip. The ci...
Sports Chat for 14 February 2024
February 13, 2024 19:05 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Kiwi bird hospital opens in Bay of Islands
February 13, 2024 18:57 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MBA new hospital is about to open in the Bay of Islands. But this is no ordinary medical facility. As reporter Peter de Graaf discovers, Northland's newest rehab centre caters not to humans, but to our feathered national icon.
National and Labour trade blows over Three Waters repeal
February 13, 2024 18:53 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBThe Government is making good on its promise to repeal Three Waters - pushing legislation through most of its stages last night ahead of a final vote soon. It wasn't without a fight, with Labour arguing ratepayers will be worse off - and mayors un-electable - without the reforms. RNZ's political reporter Anneke Smith has more.
Hawke's Bay residents still picking up the pieces of their lives
February 13, 2024 18:49 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBHawke's Bay residents say they are still picking up the pieces of their lives one year after Cyclone Gabrielle left the region in tatters. The cyclone led to the deaths of 11 people, caused widespread devastation and communication blackouts which lasted days. Torrential rain - far exceeding expectations - fell in the hills behind Napier and Hastings... and swollen rivers breached their banks. In Whirinaki, on the coast near the Esk River mouth, the floodwater rose rapidly. Resident, Todd...