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Latest statistics from Te Whatu Ora "grim" says GP
October 31, 2023 19:11 - 7 minutes - 6.43 MBThe Royal College of GPs' medical director says the latest statistics from Te Whatu Ora are grim, but they align with what he sees in practice. The quarterly clinical performance data - released on Tuesday - shows the number of patients waiting more than four months to see a specialist has jumped 46 percent in the year from June 2022 to June 2023. The health authority attributes the system's ongoing challenges to effects from the Covid-19 pandemic. But GP Dr Luke Bradford says the proble...
Whakaari White Island Management convicted for failures over disaster
October 31, 2023 18:56 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MBThe mother of a tour guide who died in the Whakaari White island disaster wants assurances something similar could never happen again. Avey Woods' son, Hayden Marshall-Inman, was one of the 22 people killed in the eruption in December 2019. She's pleased the island's owners Whakaari Management Limited has been convicted for health and safety failures leading up to that day and is now waiting to see what the sentence will be. Reporter Lucy Xia has more.
Whakaari White Island fines likely to be in the millions: Lawyer
October 31, 2023 18:56 - 2 minutes - 2.6 MBA legal expert says he is expecting hefty fines and reparations for the firms involved in the Whakaari White Island case. The Auckland District Court found Whakaari Management guilty on one of the two charges it faced over health and safety failings. And six other firms have already pled guilty to charges. Sentencing will be in February next year. Auckland University law teaching fellow Simon Schofield spoke to Corin Dann.
Luxon on NZ's diplomatic response to Gaza conflict
October 31, 2023 18:44 - 10 minutes - 9.34 MBNew Zealand's diplomatic response to war in Gaza is coming under increasing scrutiny from leading international law experts. On Tuesday, Waikato Professor Al Gillispie stressed NZ should now be moving to designate Hamas as a terrorist organisations. The Greens meanwhile are urging the caretaker government to demand a ceasefire. The National Party leader Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann.
New $26 million police plan aims to fix resourcing issues
October 31, 2023 18:39 - 4 minutes - 4.16 MBThe police are trying to get officers back on to the front line, after they were diverted to help courts facing a growing backlog of jury trials. Police's own problems with lack of resources and disclosing evidence on time to lawyers have led to trials being delayed or even aborted. Their new $26 million plan aims to fix all that. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
House prices rise for first time since March 2022
October 31, 2023 18:34 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MBProperty analysts say house prices are beginning to rise for the first time since March last year. Values in Hamilton and Christchurch rose by more than 1 percent during October, but not all areas are bouncing back. CoreLogic NZ Chief Property Economist Kelvin Davidson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Officers describe scene at mosques after Christchurch terror attacks
October 31, 2023 18:25 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBA warning, this next story contains distressing details. Officers rushing to the aid of victims of the Christchurch terror attacks have described police communications in chaos - even as they were confronted by the gruesome scenes at Al Noor mosque and Linwood Islamic Centre. Several officers made witness statements on Tuesday to the inquest for the 51 people killed in the 2019 attack, saying they were given false information or none at all - and at times it seemed there was nobody in ch...
BBC security correspondent raises questions about long term impact of Gaza conflict
October 31, 2023 18:20 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MBThe Israeli Defence Force has confirmed it is responsible for a huge explosion at the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza that has reportedly to have killed dozens and injured many more. Photos filed by a Reuters photographer show an enormous crater, levelled buildings and bodies being carried out of the rubble. Jabalia lies in the outer neighbourhoods of Gaza City in the northern part of the strip and had been declared an evacuation zone. The Hamas-run health ministry says 50 people h...
Flow-on from Covid-19 pandemic impacting performance in health sector - Te Whatu Ora
October 31, 2023 18:10 - 8 minutes - 7.92 MBTe Whatu Ora's clinical director says worsening performance data in the health sector can still be attributed to flow-on effects from the Covid-19 pandemic. The number of patients waiting more than four months for specialist care jumped 46 percent in the last year, while the number of preschoolers admitted to hospital with preventable conditions increased by 35 percent across the motu. But Dr Richard Sullivan says there has been an increase in planned care, with an immediate focus on acu...
Sports News for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBCaptain Kane Williamson is doubtful for tonight's crunch World Cup game against South Africa in Pune.
Sports News for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.06 MBCaptain Kane Williamson is doubtful for tonight's crunch World Cup game against South Africa in Pune.
Business News for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 17:53 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBBusiness news for 1 November 2023
Activists worried about a return of live cattle shipments
October 31, 2023 17:50 - 3 minutes - 3.35 MBLive animal exports by sea could be restarting soon. The National Party earlier this year promised to lift the ban that came into effect in April after the Labour government banned the lucrative shipments due to concerns for animal welfare. In 2020 nearly 6,000 cattle died on a cargo ship that sank in a storm on the way to China. Infometrics has estimated the ban would cost the country nearly $5 million a year in the short term, and around $320 million per year after that. Morning Report...
Increase in children hospitalised due to preventable illness
October 31, 2023 17:41 - 8 minutes - 7.92 MBPreventable hospital admissions for babies and preschoolers is up more than 30 percent since June 2022. Nationwide admissions jumped 35 percent, the increase in parts of Auckland was as high as 66 percent. Experts say this is a sign that children do not have access to timely primary care. Māori paediatrician, National Immunisation Taskforce chair and President-elect of the Paediatric Society of New Zealand Dr Owen Sinclair spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports Chat for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 17:34 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 17:24 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Sports News for 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 17:08 - 1 minute - 1.19 MBFast bowler Lockie Ferguson is set to be available for the Black Caps World Cup game against South Africa Wednesday night, but Kane Williamson and Mark Chapman remain doubtful for the match in Pune.
Top Stories for Wednesday 1 November 2023
October 31, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBPreventable hospital admissions for babies and pre-schoolers is up more than 30 percent, and that number is even higher in Auckland. Hamas says 50 people have been killed in an airstrike on a northern Gaza refugee camp, and Property analysts say house prices are beginning to rise for the first time since March last year.
Rail link for students between Christchurch and Dunedin proposed
October 30, 2023 19:55 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBA University of Otago lecturer wants a special railway line between Christchurch and Dunedin set up for students to travel between cities. Otago Business School senior lecturer Dr Duncan Connors says it's one way to lower emissions created by the roughly 2,000 students who travel at the start of each semester. Connors says the 'Harry Potter' style of transport would keep students out of gas-guzzling vehicles. Connors spoke to Morning Report.
Electricity demand set to grow rapidly says Transpower
October 30, 2023 19:48 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBTranspower is warning there needs to be enough electricity to meet peak demand when temperatures plummet next winter. The national grid operator says demand for power will be at least as high next year as it was during the winter that's just ended. Transpower chief executive Alison Andrews spoke to Corin Dann.
Research finds links between early feeding patterns and obesity in adulthood
October 30, 2023 19:48 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MBIn tackling child obesity, it seems you are not just what you eat, but when and how you eat too. Nearly a third of children in Aotearoa between the ages of two to fourteen are obese, and the number is much higher for Māori and Pacific tamariki. New research from Auckland University's Koi Tū: The Centre for Informed Futures, shows significant links between early feeding patterns and parents' weight, with obesity and health problems in adulthood. Lead researcher Dr Felicia Low spoke to Cor...
EPA under fire over leaking oil and gas well
October 30, 2023 19:42 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBThe Environmental Protection Authority is under fire for not insisting that a leaking oil and gas well off the coast of Taranaki be formally abandoned and made safe. The Kupe South-2 well has been leaking gas since 2018, but little has been done to fix the problem. Climate Justice Taranaki says its owner - Beach Energy - should be forced to stop the leak rather than being given consents to drill new wells. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more.
Sports Chat for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 19:39 - 4 minutes - 4.08 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Law expert says Israel-Gaza war is "troubling" for liberal democracies
October 30, 2023 19:24 - 7 minutes - 7.28 MBA international law expert says the conflict between Israel and Gaza is very troubling for liberal democracies like New Zealand that depend on an international rule based order. The government has made it clear New Zealand supports Israel's right to defend itself - but has also noted that Israel must exercise restraint. It's also stood apart from its 5-eyes partners by voting for a UN resolution for a humanitarian ceasefire. Waikato University Professor of Law Al Gillespie spoke to Corin...
Supie failure "disappointing" says grocery commissioner
October 30, 2023 19:13 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBThe grocery commissioner says the failure of online supermarket Supie is "disappointing" as he tries to level the playing field for new entrants to the market. The company's move into voluntary administration came on the same day that the commissioner revealed his "Top 3" fix-it list for the sector. These include stopping misleading or inaccurate pricing by retailers, curbing bad behaviour by influential suppliers, and lowering barriers to entry for newcomers. Grocery commissioner Pierre...
NZ only Five Eyes partner who voted in favour of Israel-Gaza ceasefire resolution
October 30, 2023 19:13 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBThe United Nations Security Council continues to reject a resolution for a ceasefire between Gaza and Israel. The 15-member body's primary responsibility is to maintain international peace and security, but it has so far failed in four attempts to secure a ceasefire resolution due to either Russia or the U.S. wielding their veto. At the weekend, New Zealand along with 120-other countries voted in favour of a similar but non-binding vote at the General Assembly, calling for an "immediate,...
Halloween growing in popularity in New Zealand
October 30, 2023 18:50 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBIt's October 31st which means all over the country zombies, witches and ghosts will tonight take to the streets to celebrate Halloween. As it gains popularity, Soumya Bhamidipati finds out why some New Zealanders are so sweet on the spooky season.
Hawke's Bay dinner club provides more than food
October 30, 2023 18:45 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBA dinner club providing meals for Hawke's Bay families unable to return to their cyclone damaged homes, is giving its guests more than just a feed. For those living in temporary accommodation like cabins or caravans, cooking dinner is a much harder task than it was at home. But it's the shared experiences and the camaraderie that sees guests gather around the table each week. Kate Green joined them for an evening.
NZ research finds toxic chemicals in tampons
October 30, 2023 18:44 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MBA small New Zealand study has found a popular tampon brand contains chemicals linked to health problems, including endometriosis, infertility and cancers. The research was commissioned by a company making organic sanitary products and has yet to be peer-reviewed. But the world-renowned scientist behind it says the findings are surprising and warrant further investigation. Ruth Hill reports.
PISA test results likely to be higher than they should be
October 30, 2023 18:40 - 4 minutes - 3.83 MBResults from the prestigious PISA tests of reading, maths and science are due out in December but we already know New Zealand's scores are likely to be 10 points higher than they should be. So many schools refused to participate in the OECD's Programme for International Student Assessment last year that the sample of 15-year-olds was not fully representative. The Education Ministry says there were more students from private schools and high-decile schools and more students who went to cl...
Coromandel Peninsula braces for more heavy rain
October 30, 2023 18:38 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBMore heavy rain is expected across the Coromandel Peninsula on Tuesday, with an Orange heavy rain warning in force there until 5-o'clock Tuesday evening. The rain, combined with a gale force easterlies and king high tides on Monday, swamped numerous roads - closing parts of State Highway 25 at Manaia, Hikuai and just north of Whitianga. Residents are also asked to conserve water in Matatoki, Puriri and Omahu due to the extra silt in the streams their drinking water comes from. Thames Cor...
Westpac expects inflation to remain above Reserve Bank target
October 30, 2023 18:26 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBWestpac expects inflation to remain above the Reserve Bank's target 1-3% range for all of next year. The bank's chief economist Kelly Eckhold says the Reserve Bank will probably have to hike the official cash rate in the first half of next year, with gradual reductions from early 2025. This means many households that are already facing high interest rates and rising living costs will continue to struggle. Eckhold spoke to Corin Dann.
Police thought delayed footage was second attack on Al Noor mosque
October 30, 2023 18:26 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBPolice say delayed footage of the 2019 Christchurch terror attacks was initially thought to be a second attack on Al Noor mosque. A police commander told the inquest into the deaths of the 51 worshippers on Monday, they did not immediately know if the video they were watching was live. It's raised questions about whether this contributed to a delay getting help to the injured victims inside the mosque. Niva Chittock was in court in Otautahi.
Consumer NZ 'not confident' Supie customers will get money back
October 30, 2023 18:20 - 5 minutes - 5.15 MBConsumer New Zealand is not confident that Supie customers will get their money back for pre-paid subscriptions or undelivered groceries. The online grocer entered into voluntary administration on Monday, with about 400 creditors. Mortgage lenders, suppliers and staff will be ahead of customers in the queue for compensation. But even Supie's 120 staff have been told not to expect pay for the last two weeks. Consumer New Zealand chief executive John Duffy spoke to Corin Dann.
Nicola Willis calls for third supermarket competitor to break duopoly
October 30, 2023 18:15 - 57 seconds - 902 KBNational's deputy Nicola Willis wants a third supermarket competitor to break up the current duopoly - and says she'll seek advice on how to make that happen once she's finance minister. The online grocer Supie - which was set up two years ago - has gone out of business with debt of about $3 million. Willis says she was gutted to hear the news - both for the employees and the wider sector. National supported the Labour government's move to appoint a grocery commissioner and establish a c...
Hamas releases video appearing to show hostages
October 30, 2023 18:10 - 5 minutes - 4.86 MBHamas has released a video, appearing to show three Israeli women being held hostage. It shows them sitting on chairs and only one of them, Daneille Aloni, spoke. Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken about the release of the video by Hamas. Israel correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.21 MBThe former president of the Spanish Football Association Luis Rubiales has been banned from all football-related activities for three years by FIFA's Disciplinary Committee.
Sports News for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.21 MBThe former president of the Spanish Football Association Luis Rubiales has been banned from all football-related activities for three years by FIFA's Disciplinary Committee.
Business News for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 17:56 - 4 minutes - 4.4 MBBusiness news for 31 October 2023.
Thunderstorms in store for Gisborne as region's infrastructure still recovers from rain events
October 30, 2023 17:50 - 2 minutes - 2.48 MBGisborne's mayor is warning much of the region's infrastructure has zero resilience left after repeated rain events this year. Thunderstorms are expected to reach Te Tai Rāwhiti Tuesday afternoon, with the orange heavy rain warning set until 7-o'clock Tuesday night. Gisborne District Council mayor Rehette Stoltz spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Heavy rain swamps roads in Tai Rāwhiti, Coromandel, Northland
October 30, 2023 17:48 - 2 minutes - 1.96 MBPersistent rain and wind following Cyclone Lola has left some local roads and state highways swamped in Tai Rāwhiti, Coromandel, and Northland. On Monday, State Highway 35 was closed by a fallen tree and localised flooding. Waka Kotahi journey manager Liam Ryan spoke to Corin Dann.
More wet weather in store as ex-Tropical Cyclone hangs around
October 30, 2023 17:44 - 3 minutes - 2.92 MBThe dregs of Cyclone Lola are continuing to soak the upper North Island with MetService heavy rain warnings being extended until Tuesday evening. Warnings are in force for Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, Te Tai Rāwhiti, and the Hawke's Bay ranges, with 53 millimetres falling at the Pinnacles in Coromandel on Monday night. Heavy bands of rain are sitting over the lower parts of Northland and Coromandel Tuesday morning, which will shift to the eastern Bay of Plenty and Tairāwhiti Tuesday aftern...
Early Sports Chat for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 17:38 - 4 minutes - 4.09 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 17:28 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.29 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Supermarket sector needs further intervention says Tex Edwards
October 30, 2023 17:14 - 5 minutes - 5.1 MBMonopoly Watch, a public policy group established to examine New Zealand's supermarket industry, says the failure of the online grocery start-up Supie shows just how tightly locked the sector is. The independent Auckland-based supermarket launched in 2021 to try and bring more competition into the market. Monopoly Watch spokesperson and Two Degrees founder, Tex Edwards, says what's happened should send a clear signal to policy makers that the market needs further intervention. Edwards sp...
Supie's collapse leaves creditors and customers in lurch
October 30, 2023 17:10 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBThe sudden collapse of the online grocer Supie has left hundreds of creditors and customers in the lurch as well costing 120 people their jobs. Consumer NZ says the failure is a stark example of the difficulties of establishing any competitive foothold in an industry dominated by two major supermarket chains. Bill Hickman reports.
Sports News for 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBFormer Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales has been banned from all football-related activities for three years by Fifa.
Top Stories for Tuesday 31 October 2023
October 30, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIt's Rātu, Tuesday October the 31st Today on RNZ National... Hamas has released a video of three hostages captured durings its attack on Israel more than three weeks ago Heavy rain continues to batter the Coromandel Peninsula as ex-Cyclone Lola moves over the motu We'll have more on the demise of supermarket competitor Supie Police say they thought there was a second terror attack at Al Noor mosque in March 2019, after watching the shooter's livestream on delay It's Halloween -- our repo...