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Bird of the Century voting opens
October 29, 2023 19:54 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBBird of the Year is back - only this year, it's Bird of the Century. Forest and Bird is turning 100, and it is celebrating with the native birds that have captured our hearts over the years. Voting for the competition opens at nine o'clock Monday morning, and you can take your pick from 77 species vying for the title. These include five that became extinct during the past 100 years, as well as the kakapo - which is back after last year's controversial ban. Forest and Bird's chief executi...
Mosque victim's sister: 'hindsight' inquest evidence frustrating
October 29, 2023 19:50 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBA woman whose brother was murdered in the Christchurch terror attacks says it's been frustrating to hear 'no answer' or 'in hindsight' responses from some inquest witnesses. Aya Al-Umari - whose brother Hussein died at Masjid Al Noor - sat through the first week of the largest coronial inquiry in this country's history. She told our political reporter Anneke Smith it's been exhausting and frustrating - but she remains hopeful she'll learn more about how her brother died.
Cyclone Lola impacts schools in Vanuatu
October 29, 2023 19:43 - 2 minutes - 2.43 MBCyclone Lola has disrupted more than 15,000 Vanuatu students' education after destroying school buildings throughout Penama province. On hard-hit Pentecost Island, where more than 10,000 school students are affected, teachers say Vanuatu's government is asking them to give out "home learning packages" for younger students. But for seniors, whose exams are just weeks away, classes resume at some schools on Monday. Pentecost Island teachers Andrew Gray and Kolika Markie spoke to Corin Dann...
Damage from Cyclone Lola still being assessed in Vanuatu
October 29, 2023 19:40 - 4 minutes - 3.9 MBCyclone Lola has disrupted the education of more than 15,000 Vanuatu students in the Penama Province. Schools are working on home education packs for junior students, but seniors will be back in class on Monday before their exams begin in about one month. The extent of the devastation is still being ascertained, with classrooms, homes, crops, roads, and bridges damaged. New Zealand's High Commissioner to Vanuatu Nicci Simmonds spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports Chat for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 19:34 - 4 minutes - 4.38 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 30 )ctober 2023
October 29, 2023 19:30 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBMarket Update for [Date Month Year]
South Africa claim record fourth World Cup title
October 29, 2023 19:17 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBSouth African rugby fans based in New Zealand say their team's win at the Rugby World Cup in France means more than just a competition title. The All Blacks lost to South Africa by just one point in the final on Sunday. For a breakdown on the game TVNZ sportswriter Scotty Stevenson, RNZ reporter Jamie Wall and Rugby365.com editor Jan de Koning spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Fans heartbroken after World Cup loss to South Africa
October 29, 2023 19:11 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBThe Rugby World Cup dream was crushed for thousands of All Blacks fans across the country this Sunday when their team lost the final game. South Africa beat the All Blacks 12-11 in a nail-biting, sitting on the edge of your seat match in Paris. On the day RNZ reporters were at pubs, stadiums and parks to get the play by play from eager fans watching on big screens. Our reporter Jemima Huston was in the Capital.
Tai Rāwhiti issued with orange heavy rain warning
October 29, 2023 18:52 - 2 minutes - 2.59 MBŪawa Tolaga Bay, has been issued an orange, heavy rain warning on Monday morning as heavy rain and strong winds batter the region. The area's civil defence manager Greg Shelton spoke to Corin Dann.
Strong winds and heavy rain lash the Coromandel
October 29, 2023 18:45 - 1 minute - 967 KBResidents on Coromandel's east coast are hunkering down as strong winds and heavy rain lash the region. An orange, heavy rain, warning is in force until 3 o'clock Monday afternoon, as well as a wind warning until 11 Monday morning. The Thames-Coromandel district council is warning that could lead to a damaging coastal storm surge at the peak king tide at 8 o'clock Monday morning.
Refereeing decisions critiqued after World Cup final
October 29, 2023 18:45 - 8 minutes - 7.38 MBFor All Blacks fans, Sam Cane's red card had to be one of the most painful moments of the final. And the call not to upgrade the yellow earned by South Africa's Siya Kolisi rubbed salt into the wound just minutes later. No matter your thoughts on the game, it's undeniable that the TV match officials played a central role. So who are these video referees? Is their job bigger than it has been in the past? Wellington Rugby Referees Association chairman Ian Dallas spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Strong winds and heavy rain lash the Coromandel
October 29, 2023 18:45 - 1 minute - 967 KBResidents on Coromandel's east coast are hunkering down as strong winds and heavy rain lash the region. An orange, heavy rain, warning is in force until 3 o'clock Monday afternoon, as well as a wind warning until 11 Monday morning. The Thames-Coromandel district council is warning that could lead to a damaging coastal storm surge at the peak king tide at 8 o'clock Monday morning.
NZ film industry workers struggling due to Hollywood strike
October 29, 2023 18:40 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBWorkers in New Zealand's film industry are struggling after nearly six months of industrial action in Hollywood. The screenwriters' pay dispute followed by the actors' strike have brought international productions to a halt, putting hundreds of Kiwi crew members out of work. Felix Walton has more.
Cancer patients dying while new system is set up say advocates
October 29, 2023 18:39 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBAdvocates for cancer patients say they are suffering and dying waiting for a new national system to be set up, that will bring better access to care. Te Whatu Ora is in the early stages of establishing national clinical networks to tackle the public health postcode lottery, but it is too slow for some. Phil Pennington reports.
Lucrative pay and housing packages lure police to Australia
October 29, 2023 18:29 - 4 minutes - 3.97 MBIt may be the land of snakes and spiders, but lucrative pay and housing packages are luring an unprecedented number of Kiwi police officers across the Tasman. Figures from the Australian police show 77 officers are leaving to work in Queensland and close to 20 are heading to the Northern Territory. The police association says that's the most it's heard of and there's a risk numbers will snowball because many are struggling with the cost of living - and are still waiting to settle their p...
Wind knocks out power in parts of Northland
October 29, 2023 18:23 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBHomes in Northland are without power as the remains of cyclone Lola hit the top of the North Island. High winds have brought down lines across Northland - particularly in part of the Bay of Islands and Kaikohe, where more than 3,000 homes are cut off. Whangārei Mayor Vince Cocurullo spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Winds whip upper North Island
October 29, 2023 18:18 - 2 minutes - 2.2 MBWicked winds are whipping the upper North Island this morning, bringing relentless rain to Northland, Coromandel and Te Tairāwhiti. Orange, heavy rain warnings, are in force for those areas with 29 millimetres of rain falling in the Gisborne Ranges in an hour. MetService recorded gusts of more than 140-kilometres-per-hour near Cape Reinga last night, and gusts nearing those speeds persisted throughout the night. Tessa Guest has the details.
All Blacks hearts broken after red card and missed chances
October 29, 2023 18:13 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MBThe All Blacks are hurting after a red card to captain Sam Cane and some missed opportunities left them agonisingly short of World Cup glory. The three times champions fell to a one-point defeat to South Africa in Sunday's final at Stade de France as the Springboks claimed a 12-11 victory for a record fourth title. Rugby reporter Joe Porter is in Paris.
Sports News for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.15 MBAll Blacks midfielder Rieko Ioane says it wasn't just Sam Cane's red card that lost them yesterday's World Cup final.
Sports News for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.15 MBAll Blacks midfielder Rieko Ioane says it wasn't just Sam Cane's red card that lost them yesterday's World Cup final.
Business News for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 17:56 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBBusiness news for 30 October 2023
Rain and wind batter North Island
October 29, 2023 17:46 - 3 minutes - 3.64 MBWicked winds are whipping the upper North Island this morning, bringing relentless rain to Northland, Coromandel and Te Tairāwhiti. Orange heavy rain warnings, are in force for those areas, with 29 millimetres of rain falling in the Gisborne Ranges in an hour. MetService recorded gusts of more than 140-kilometres-per-hour near Cape Reinga Sunday night, and gusts nearing those speeds persisted throughout the night. Six-thousand houses in Northland are without power. MetService meteorologi...
Sports Chat for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 17:40 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 17:30 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Black Caps fall just short in dramatic cricket World Cup match against Australia
October 29, 2023 17:23 - 4 minutes - 4.54 MBIn another sporting loss this weekend, the Black Caps fell just five runs short of a win in a dramatic match against Australia. But it's not all bad news, with New Zealand still in contention for the semi-finals. Former Black Cap and commentator Peter McGlashan says it was a "really good blowout" ahead of this Wednesday's game against South Africa. McGlashan spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Business News for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
South Africa celebrates nail-biting Rugby World Cup victory
October 29, 2023 17:10 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MBSouth Africa's celebrating its 12-11 win over the All Blacks in a World Cup final to remember, for some. The Springboks have won the quarter, semi and World Cup final - all by one single point. The All Blacks, probably want to forget yesterday's game ever happened. The Springboks were destabilised when Mbonambi left the field with a sore knee, but that didn't stop Man-of-the-Match Pieter-Steph Du Toit managing to be everywhere at once. South African sports correspondent Clinton ven der B...
Sports News for 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.21 MBAll Blacks coach Ian Foster says referee Wayne Barnes doesn't deserve to be blamed for their loss to South Africa in the World Cup final.
Top Stories for Friday 30 October 2023
October 29, 2023 17:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBIt's Rāhina, Monday October the 30th Today on RNZ National... The All Blacks - and the whole country - are hurting after the one-point World Cup defeat to the Springboks in France We'll have reaction from the team, fans and those still celebrating in South Africa. More than 6,000 homes are without power in Northland as ex-Tropical Cyclone Lola hits the upper North Island. Hungry Gaza residents break into UN warehouses to grab flour and wheat, and other basic survival items. Get ready to ...
Eden Park to screen Rugby World Cup final
October 26, 2023 19:48 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBEden Park has already played host to two men's Rugby World Cup's and is adding another to that list on Sunday morning - well, sort of. Rugby fans will be able to head to the stadium to watch the final live from Paris, broadcast on the stadium's big screen. Entry will be free, but you'll just need to book through Ticketmaster to secure a spot on the turf. To protect the grass chairs are not allowed, but fans can set up picnic blankets on the pitch or find a place in the stands. Eden Park ...
Auckland Marathon to take place Sunday morning
October 26, 2023 19:45 - 2 minutes - 2.4 MBWhile many of us will be glued to the sofa watching the Rugby World Cup final on Sunday morning, thousands of others will be two hours into the Auckland Marathon when the rugby kicks off. Over 14,000 runners, joggers and walkers will be hitting the streets at 6'o'clock on Sunday morning. Race organiser Amy MacCormack says she is excited to see runners turning up all in black. MacCormack spoke to Corin Dann.
Three cancels the Project due to high costs and shrinking audiences
October 26, 2023 19:40 - 4 minutes - 4.54 MBShrinking audiences, high production costs, and a rumoured $1 million licensing fee are major reasons behind THREE'S proposal to cancel its 7 o'clock show the Project, according to media commentators. Senior Director of News Sarah Bristow yesterday told Newshub staff about the proposal to stop the show at the end of the year, and to replace it with a digital-first offering. Around 24 staff members work on the programme. Warner Brothers - Discovery bought Three and its related tv channels...
Calls for child protection to be a policy priority for new government
October 26, 2023 19:26 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBFive rebrands of official agencies, eight prime ministers, at least 33 reviews and an "extraordinary" number of new plans have done little to stem serious child abuse and neglect, says the chief executive of one group working to stamp out child neglect and abuse. Jane Searle, the chief executive of Child Matters, has been speaking in the wake of the death of Lower Hutt toddler Ru Wall. Police are now treating the death as a homicide. Child Matters thinks the incoming government should be...
Tropical Cyclone Lola wipes out homes and roads in Vanuatu
October 26, 2023 19:21 - 5 minutes - 4.58 MBHomes, roads, schools, and bridges have been wiped out by Tropical Cyclone Lola in parts of Vanuatu. The cyclone peaked at Category 5, and early reports show Pentecost Island was hardest hit. Initial assessments by the country's National Disaster Management Office found more than 10,000 households in four northern provinces were impacted. But there were no reports of injuries or deaths. Vanuatu's Prime Minister, Charlot Salwai, and his officials flew over the affected islands on board an...
Rugby titans clash as All Blacks take on Springboks in final
October 26, 2023 19:10 - 6 minutes - 6.25 MBThe clash of two rugby titans takes place Sunday morning NZ time at Stade de France in Paris - the All Blacks taking on South Africa for World Cup glory. The winner will become the first team to claim a fourth World Cup title. The loser will likely be forgotten. RNZ sports reporter Jamie Wall and Rugby365 editor, South African Jan de Koning spoke to Corin Dann.
Fielding High School a breeding ground for All Blacks talent
October 26, 2023 18:57 - 1 minute - 1.78 MBFeilding High School boasts big names in the world of rugby, having produced nine All Blacks over the years. Current All Blacks hooker Codie Taylor, halfback Aaron Smith and lock Sam Whitelock are all former students who started their careers on the hallowed grounds of Feilding High. Principal Nathan Stewart says it has been an absolute pleasure watching these boys turn into men. Stewart spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Springboks and All Blacks seek record fourth World Cup title
October 26, 2023 18:52 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBBoth the All Blacks and the Springboks are seeking to become the first side to win a fourth Rugby World Cup title. Former All Blacks coach Laurie Mains coached the side at the 1995 World Cup final, which was the Springboks first. Mains spoke to Corin Dann.
Auckland council votes against Māori seats
October 26, 2023 18:49 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBAuckland councillor Kerrin Leoni says it's been a blow for the city for her colleagues to have voted down the proposal for Māori seats. The Whau ward councillor was one of the nine in favour of the proposal, which would have guaranteed a place for Māori at the governing table. But eleven councillors voted against it, and Mayor Wayne Brown abstained. Leoni spoke to Corin Dann.
National day of commemoration for NZ Wars risks being forgotten
October 26, 2023 18:46 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBTe Pūtake o te Riri - the national day of commemoration of the New Zealand Wars takes place on Saturday. But experts say the event is at risk of passing by unnoticed outside of Māori circles. Pokere Paewai reports.
Wintry start for lower South Island
October 26, 2023 18:37 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBIt's a wintry start to the day for much of the lower South Island, with snow settling 100 metres above sea level for some areas in Otago and Southland. MetService's heavy snow watches in force until late this morning have just been cancelled. Southland farmer Blair Drysdale, and he joins us now spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Court hears details on first 111 call during mosque
October 26, 2023 18:36 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBThe coroners court has heard that the woman who took the first 111 call about the Christchurch mosque attacks was only three or four days into the job. A senior police inspector was grilled on what happened at the emergency call centre on the day of the killings in March 2019. Emotions also spilled over in the public gallery as a survivor made an impassioned plea to the coroner. Adam Burns was in court
All Blacks name team for World Cup Final
October 26, 2023 18:14 - 5 minutes - 5.3 MBThe All Blacks team for the World Cup final was named Friday morning. Lock Brodie Retallick will start, with Sam Whitelock on the bench, in the only change to the All Blacks starting fifteen for Sunday morning's World Cup final against South Africa in Paris. Prop Nepo Laulala replaces Fletcher Newell in the reserves. All Blacks coach Ian Foster says everything that has happened over the last few years is now irrelevant as they prepare to take on South Africa on Sunday morning. The All Bl...
Springboks hooker free to play in final after investigation dropped
October 26, 2023 18:10 - 5 minutes - 5.21 MBThe Springboks hooker Bongi Mbonambi is free to play in Sunday morning's World Cup final against the All Blacks in France. World Rugby has found "insufficient evidence" to proceed with charges of alleged racism against the front rower. Rugby reporter Joe Porter is in Paris
Sports News for 27 October 2023
October 26, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBAll Blacks coach Ian Foster has made just one change to his starting lineup for the world cup final with Brodie Retallick starting at lock ahead of Sam Whitelock.
Sports News for 27 October 2023
October 26, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBAll Blacks coach Ian Foster has made just one change to his starting lineup for the world cup final with Brodie Retallick starting at lock ahead of Sam Whitelock.
Business News for Friday 27 October 2023
October 26, 2023 17:53 - 5 minutes - 5.02 MBBusiness News for Friday 27 October 2023.
Some head back to polls as councillors become MPs
October 26, 2023 17:46 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBThe general election might be behind us, but some people will be heading straight back to the polls as local councillors leave to become MPs. Do people have the stamina for going to the ballot box again? And could there be a better way to handle these vacancies? Libby Kirkby-McLeod went to find out.
NZ research reveals staggering cost of climate change since 2000
October 26, 2023 17:42 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBResearch by two New Zealanders has found the global costs of climate change are being underestimated by billions of dollars a year. Victoria University's Ilan Noy and Rebecca Newman of the Reserve Bank found greenhouse gas-related storms, floods, heatwaves, droughts and wildfires around the world cost US$143 billion a year over the 20 years to 2019, and the damage is getting worse. The researchers counted only the portion caused by climate change - not losses that would have happened any...
Early Sports Chat for October 27, 2023
October 26, 2023 17:38 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 27 October 2023
October 26, 2023 17:26 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBNews from the rural farming sector.