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APEC summit continues in San Francisco
November 16, 2023 19:40 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBPeaceful protesters calling for a ceasefire in Gaza stopped traffic on San Francisco's golden gate bridge overnight have been arrested and removed. It happened at the same time as country leaders continued to talk business and trade nearby at a meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation group. Presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping met on Thursday. RNZ's business editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Market Update for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 19:33 - 1 minute - 1.08 MBMarket Update for 17 November 2023
Palestine ambassador on Al-Shifa raid
November 16, 2023 19:29 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBA day after storming into Gaza's largest hospital, Israeli forces say they have found proof that Hamas was using it as a command centre. The army released a video, which has not been independently verified, showing weapons and equipment it said it had found hidden in the Al Shifa hospital. But it has produced no evidence so far of the extensive tunnel network and Hamas bunkers it has claimed are underneath the hospital. Israel began striking Gaza after Hamas's 7 October attacks, in which...
Hastings vege shop re-opens nine months after Cyclone Gabrielle
November 16, 2023 18:55 - 3 minutes - 2.78 MBA small vege shop in rural Hastings has just re-opened its doors, nine months after it was destroyed during cyclone Gabrielle. The shelves are still fairly bare, and most of the roadside signs advertising available produce were washed away in the floods. But while it might not look it, locals are spreading the word that Springfield is open - to help a couple in their seventies get back on their feet. Reporter Lauren Crimp paid them a visit.
Takanini community mulls level crossings removal options
November 16, 2023 18:50 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBA community bisected by one of Auckland's busiest railway lines is set to see several intersections closed for significant periods, after the city rail link opens.
New gambling machines to be banned in Porirua
November 16, 2023 18:48 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBPorirua councillors have voted to ban new gaming machines and venues in an effort to reduce the city's disproportionate spend on gambling. There are 156 pokie machines across 10 venues in Porirua, which earned almost $15.8m of profit in the last financial year. The 'sinking lid' policy that's been adopted will slowly cut that down by stopping any new Class 4 gaming venues from opening, or any new machines to be installed. Porirua Mayor Anita Baker spoke to Corin Dann.
Coroner issues findings eight years after toddler's death
November 16, 2023 18:40 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBEight years after a toddler died at the hands of his mother's boyfriend in Southland, a coroner has finally issued the official findings in the case. There are no surprises - four state agencies have already admitted failing the boy. But there is stark evidence of just how badly Child Youth and Family, now Oranga Tamariki, did. Phil Pennington went to the inquest hearings over a year ago, and is looking at the findings which were released on Friday. Pennington spoke to Corin Dann.
Auckland Council votes to start work on congestion charge
November 16, 2023 18:38 - 4 minutes - 3.9 MBAuckland Council and Auckland Transport will now start work implementing congestion charges on some of the city's busiest roads. Auckland's Transport and Infrastructure Committee voted 18 to two in favour of setting up a team to oversee the implementation of the 'time of use' charges, which could come into effect as soon as 2025. It's a move that's got support from some business advocates, with activist group Extinction Rebellion even breaking into song at the meeting to support mayor Wa...
Man dead after police shooting in Wainuiomata
November 16, 2023 18:25 - 3 minutes - 2.92 MBMultiple investigations are underway after police shot a man dead in the Lower Hutt suburb of Wainuiomata Thursday afternoon. The man had been holding his partner hostage with a weapon for over an hour when police fired. Soumya Bhamidipati reports.
RNZ investigation uncovers house with large number of migrants in crammed conditions
November 16, 2023 18:20 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBA RNZ investigation has uncovered yet another case of large numbers of migrants crammed into a three-bedroom home in West Auckland. The home in Massey has 17 bunkbeds, and at one point had workers living in makeshift space underneath the house - a video showed workers eating in the cavity, with dirt and pebble ground beneath their feet. One worker said the house at one point had 22 people living in it, sharing two toilets, and a makeshift kitchen on the deck. He said he's only had a mont...
Raid on Al-Shifa continues in Gaza
November 16, 2023 18:15 - 4 minutes - 4.38 MBA day after storming into Gaza's largest hospital, Israeli forces say they have found proof that Hamas was using it as a command centre. The army released a video, which has not been independently verified, showing weapons and equipment it said it had found hidden in the Al-Shifa hospital. But it has produced no evidence so far of the extensive tunnel network and Hamas bunkers it has claimed are underneath the hospital. However, the IDF says they aren't even close to having searched the ...
Leaders to meet again as pressure mounts on Luxon to form government
November 16, 2023 18:10 - 2 minutes - 2.62 MBThe pressure is on Christopher Luxon to crack on and form a new government. While all three parties agree they are close to a deal - they still haven't got one two weeks after the final election count. The leaders of National, ACT and New Zealand First will talk more in Auckland on Friday - as negotiations drag on. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more.
Sports News for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.12 MBAustralia sealed their place in the final of the Cricket World Cup with a nervy three-wicket victory over South Africa in the second semi-final in Kolkata.
Sports News for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.12 MBAustralia sealed their place in the final of the Cricket World Cup with a nervy three-wicket victory over South Africa in the second semi-final in Kolkata.
Business News for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 17:55 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBBusiness news for 17 November 2023
Group gathers at Far North Council to protest dog control
November 16, 2023 17:49 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBAbout 40 people - many with dogs - have protested outside the Far North District Council headquarters in Kaikohe, denouncing the region's dog control system which they say is dangerous and long in need of an overhaul. The region's Mayor Moko Tepania emerged to listen to protestors, who say the growing number of dog attacks in the region and a proliferation of dogs roaming the streets are cause for major concern. An elderly woman was killed and her two daughters left injured in a dog atta...
UN relief worker describes situation in Gaza
November 16, 2023 17:45 - 1 minute - 1.83 MBA New Zealander working to help refugees in southern Gaza says he's staring at the world's worst humanitarian crisis this century. Gaza is under a total communications blackout. Hector Sharp was born in Wellington but now works for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees and he says the illegal embargo on fuel is literally killing people. He says he had to go onto his roof for signal to send us this message.
Argentinian voters head to polls for run-off election
November 16, 2023 17:45 - 2 minutes - 2.7 MBVoters in Argentina will head to the polls this weekend in a presidential runoff election, with the economy taking centre stage. Data released by the country's statistics agency showed that Argentina's annual inflation rate hit 143 per cent this week leading up to Sunday's vote. The country's economy minister in the ruling centre-left government, Sergio Massa, will face the eccentric, far-right candidate Javier Milei, who wants to see the country's central bank abolished. Milei, who has ...
UN High Commissioner for human rights condemns targeting of civilians
November 16, 2023 17:40 - 1 minute - 1.83 MBVolker Türk, the United Nations' High Commissioner for Human Rights, says a political space needs to be created to allow a path out of the horror that is Gaza. Türk condemned the widespread targeting of civilians in the past five weeks and urged accountability for gross rights violations.
Early Sports Chat for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 17:38 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 17:27 - 4 minutes - 3.83 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Australia advance to Cricket World Cup final
November 16, 2023 17:20 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBAustralia has won second semi-final against South Africa at Kolkata's Eden Gardens. In a low scoring match, Australia prevailed by three wickets chasing 212. Things could have been much worse for South Africa, who were reeling at 4-24, before a century from David Miller gave the bowlers something to defend. The Australian chase wasn't without drama thanks to a middle order collapse - but captain Pat Cummins and tail ender Mitchell Starc saw it home for the Australians. They will now face...
Early Business News for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Awanui lab workers to strike over pay dispute
November 16, 2023 17:17 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBWorkers at the country's biggest private laboratory provider are picketing on Friday as a dragged out pay dispute remains unresolved. Awanui Labs runs most of the community and hospital medical laboratories in the South Island and Wellington District. Lab workers at Awanui are paid 30 percent less than their Te Whatu Ora counterparts following last month's pay rises for government lab workers. APEX union lead advocate David Munro spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Spain forms government after four months of negotiations
November 16, 2023 17:13 - 5 minutes - 5.26 MBIf you thought coalition negotiations here in New Zealand have been dragging on, spare a thought for Spaniards, who, after 4 months, finally know who's in charge. Pedro Sanchez of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party won parliamentary support to be Prime Minister again, after striking a controversial amnesty deal with Catalan separatists. Sanchez, who's been in the top job since 2018, lost out in July's snap election to the centre-right Popular Party. But after the Popular Party were una...
Sports News for 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 17:05 - 1 minute - 1.07 MBAustralia have beaten South Africa by 3 wickets in their Cricket World Cup semi-final in Kolkata.
Top Stories for Friday 17 November 2023
November 16, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBTop stories for November 17 2023: As the waiting continues, pressure is mounting on National , New Zealand First, and ACT to form a government. Israeli military special forces are continuing to search Gaza's biggest hospital, witnesses talk about hearing gunshots. An RNZ investigation has uncovered another house where large numbers of migrants are living, some even sleeping on dirt floors under the dwelling. Investigations are continuing after a man was shot dead by police in Wainuiomata...
NZ's best BBQers battle it out at Christchurch Show
November 15, 2023 19:56 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBBrisket, bone-in, chuck, prime, sirloin and short rib - just about any other cut you can imagine - is being cooked up at this year's Canterbury A&P Show. It's part of the annual Let There Be Meat BBQ Competition, where 40 of the best barbequers from Aotearoa and abroad will compete to see who's the best. To kick of the competition, a 300 kilogram cow carcass was put onto a custom built rotisserie, which took about 4 months to build. Competition runner Glenn Manning says in total, there's...
Rāhui lifted on central Auckland beaches
November 15, 2023 19:49 - 4 minutes - 4.12 MBSwimming, fishing and paddling may now resume at popular central Auckland beaches, just in time for summer. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei held karakia at Ōkahu Bay this morning to formally lift the rāhui which has been in place since late September. The central eastern beaches now have green markers on Auckland Council's safeswim website. A sinkhole has been blocking the Ōrākei Main Sewer which caused high wastewater overflows into the area. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei's deputy chair Ngarimu Blair spoke ...
Market in Hamilton's old council building makes its mark
November 15, 2023 19:44 - 3 minutes - 2.89 MBA market with a distinctly Waikato flavour is making its mark in Hamilton's old regional council building. Developers are hoping locals will get in behind the precinct and make Made Market an urban renewal success story. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports.
Mitchell's century in vain as Black Caps lose to India in World Cup semi-final
November 15, 2023 19:42 - 2 minutes - 2.29 MBDaryl Mitchell's stunning innings of 135 runs proved in vain this morning as the Black Caps fell to a 70 run defeat to India in their Cricket World Cup semi-final in Wankhede. The unbeaten hosts chose to bat first and posted 397 for 4 thanks to a record 50th one-day century to Virat Kohli and a ton to Shreyas Iyer. The Black Caps were then all out for 327 despite 69 from captain Kane Williamson and Mitchell's impressive hundred with fast bowler Mohammed Shami claiming a seven-wicket haul...
Christchurch council to investigate opening meetings to public
November 15, 2023 19:37 - 5 minutes - 4.93 MBA Christchurch councillor who's fed up with secrecy of meetings has finally made headway on making informal meetings open to the public. Councillors voted unanimously on Wednesday to investigate making briefings and workshops open by default, whereas they are currently closed by default. It comes three weeks after the Ombudsman's scathing review of council transparency nationally. Councillor Yani Johanson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Market Update for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 19:31 - 1 minute - 1.18 MBMarket Update for 16 November 2023.
Psychologist on congestion charge and driving habits
November 15, 2023 19:27 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBOrganisational psychologist John Eatwell says bringing in charging on its own won't be enough to get people out of their cars. This after Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown pushed for a congestion charge to get people off the motorways during morning traffic peak. Auckland council will meet on Thursday to discuss its introduction. Organisational psychologist John Eatwell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Hopes that swath of Taranaki coastline will become customary
November 15, 2023 19:23 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBA Parihaka kaumatua hopes a 70-kilometre swathe of the Taranaki coastline will eventually become a mātaitai or customary fishing reserve. Mahara Okeroa was instrumental in putting in place a rāhui on the taking of seafood along the coastline and getting it legally recognised. Our Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more
Israel Embassy in NZ on Al-Shifa hospital operation
November 15, 2023 19:18 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBIsraeli troops have stormed Gaza's main hospital. Al-Shifa Hospital - the largest in the region - has been surrounded by intense fighting for days. The hospital suspended operations over the weekend due to a lack of electricity, oxygen, medical supplies and water. US intelligence has backed Israel's claims that Hamas headquarters are under the hospital - although Hamas disputes this. Embassy of Israel deputy chief of mission Yael Holan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Israeli troops strom Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza
November 15, 2023 19:10 - 6 minutes - 5.58 MBIsraeli troops have stormed Gaza's main hospital. Al-Shifa Hospital - the largest in the region - has been surrounded by intense fighting for days. The hospital suspended operations over the weekend due to a lack of electricity, oxygen, medical supplies and water. US intelligence has backed Israel's claims that Hamas headquarters are under the hospital - although Hamas disputes this. Médecins Sans Frontières - or Doctors Without Borders - has condemned the raid, saying it violates intern...
South Island moa footprints millions of years old
November 15, 2023 18:55 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBThat audio from Te Papa is what scientists think a Moa might have sounded like back when they were roaming the country. Back in 2019 Ranfurly man Michael Johnston was out walking the dogs when he spotted moa footprints fossilised in the bed of the Kyeburn River. Since then, they've been studied by scientists to learn about the moa that made the footprints - and what's four years of waiting when it turns out, some of these footprints are at least 3.6 million years old. Tūhura Otago Museum...
Rarotonga encourages 'regenerative tourism'
November 15, 2023 18:52 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MBTourists in Rarotonga are being encouraged to look beyond the picture perfect post-card and give back to the environment when holidaying in the islands. Regenerative Tourism is becoming a staple for visitors wanting to be climate change conscious. Eleisha Foon spoke with Cooks Islands Tourism and local operators about how it's possible to have a relaxing holiday while also doing your bit for the environment.
International travel prices dropping
November 15, 2023 18:50 - 2 minutes - 2.49 MBThe price of international travel from Aotearoa is dropping - particularly for flights to North America. One airline is advertising return economy flights for less than a thousand dollars. House of Travel's chief operating officer, Brent Thomas, says it's due to strong competition in the sector. Thomas spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Wellington Water warns of water restrictions this summer
November 15, 2023 18:49 - 2 minutes - 2.58 MBWellington businesses may face water restrictions for the first time this summer. Wellington Water is preparing for level four restrictions on residential use that would ban outdoor watering and limit indoor use. But it doesn't yet have a plan for what this might mean for businesses. Nick James reports.
Te Whatu Ora Voluntary Bonding scheme not enough say nurses and midwives
November 15, 2023 18:45 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBNurses and midwives warn that Te Whatu Ora's beefed-up Voluntary Bonding Scheme for new graduates won't be enough to stop students dropping out before they qualify. The 2024 scheme has been expanded to include all new midwives, plus trainee GPs and nurses who commit to working in specific regions, as well as opening up to pharmacists and anaesthetic technicians for the first time. Ruth Hill reports.
Police incident controller gives evidence at mosque inquest
November 15, 2023 18:38 - 2 minutes - 2.69 MBThe police incident controller on the day of the Christchurch terror attacks says he was shouting out to his staff to pass on critical information to ambulance dispatchers - but never checked that the messages had got through. Senior Sergeant Roy Appley told the inquest into the 51 deaths, he did not walk to the room next door to check with his St John counterparts. Niva Chittock was in court.
Coalition talks expected to continue in Auckland
November 15, 2023 18:35 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBACT leader David Seymour says he believes a deal is possible in a matter of days, but adds no one party can force the others to follow the same timetable. He says National, ACT and New Zealand First are now discussing possible ministerial positions, as well as policies. There was a significant half hour meeting in Auckland on Wednesday where all three leaders sat down together for the first time. Political reporter Katie Scotcher spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Business advocates support congestion charge in Auckland
November 15, 2023 18:26 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBBusiness advocates are backing Auckland mayor Wayne Brown's plan to introduce congestion charges to some of the city's busiest roads. The Employers and Manufacturers Association says a charge would bring economic and social benefits to the city. Auckland Council will meet on Thursday to discuss the introduction of the so-called 'Time of Use Charge', which would see people paying around $3.50-$5 to use specific roads during peak-time travel. Employers and Manufacturers Association head of...
Black Caps fall short against India in World Cup semi-final
November 15, 2023 18:20 - 5 minutes - 4.92 MBNZ fell short in its huge run chase in the Cricket World Cup semi-final against India. Needing 398 the Black Caps were all out for 327 in the 48th over. Former Black Cap Peter McGlashan spoke to Corin Dann.
Israel focuses attacks on Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza
November 15, 2023 18:09 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBIsrael's response to Hamas' attack on October 7th is now focusing in on the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City. It's the biggest hospital in the territory, and there are thought to be thousands of people - medics, patients, babies, and displaced civilians - trapped inside. Israeli forces have been encircling the hospital for the last few days, but Wednesday night soldiers entered the building to carry out a military operation against Hamas. Here's IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari. Israel says ...
Sports News for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.16 MBIndia's Virat Kohli struck a record 50th hundred and fast bowler Mohammed Shami's seven-wicket haul proved equally crucial as the hosts beat the Black Caps by 70 runs in a high-scoring Cricket World Cup semi-final in Wankede.
Sports News for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.16 MBIndia's Virat Kohli struck a record 50th hundred and fast bowler Mohammed Shami's seven-wicket haul proved equally crucial as the hosts beat the Black Caps by 70 runs in a high-scoring Cricket World Cup semi-final in Wankede.
Business News for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 17:53 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBBusiness news for 16 November 2023.