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Early Sports Chat for 12 October 2023
October 11, 2023 17:38 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Early Sports Chat for 12 October 2023
October 11, 2023 17:38 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 12 October 2023
October 11, 2023 17:26 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 12 October 2023
October 11, 2023 17:23 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Auckland tech company struggling to keep talent in city
October 11, 2023 17:19 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MBAn Auckland tech company says it's hard to keep home-grown talented staff, with many being poached by Australia. The city's economic development agency is aware of the trend and is taking action. Its "Tech Tāmaki Makaurau" initiative includes overseas recruitment campaigns and support for migrants entering the industry. Felix Walton has more.
Sports News for 12 October 2023
October 11, 2023 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.12 MBIreland coach Andy Farrell has named the same side that beat Scotland last weekend for their World Cup quarter-final against the All Blacks in Paris.
Top Stories for Thursday 12 October 2023
October 11, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBTop stories for 12 October 2023 With just three days left to vote, two major polls show Winston Peters will be kingmaker after election day. We'll speak to the campaign chairs of both Labour and National Israel's Prime Minister and leader of the opposition form a war cabinet.
New museum to honour NZ soldiers opened in France
October 10, 2023 19:55 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBDignitaries have gathered in a small town in France for the opening of a new museum to honour New Zealand soldiers who died in Europe during the first World War. Le Quesnoy was liberated by New Zealand troops in 1918 after four years of German occupation. The museum there, named Te Arawhata, features an exhibition by Wētā Workshop with giant soldiers similar to those in Te Papa's Gallipoli exhibition. Sir Lockwood Smith spoke to Corin Dann from the opening.
Low enrolments and rising costs leads to large deficits for universities
October 10, 2023 19:51 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MBFor the second year in a row most universities are expecting deficits. Low enrolments and rising costs are behind the forecast losses, which are expected to run to tens-of-millions of dollars. But university and staff leaders say the real problem is inadequate government funding. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Gore appoints same chief executive who resigned last month
October 10, 2023 19:46 - 3 minutes - 2.77 MBGore District Council's chief executive Stephen Parry is back in the role despite resigning last month. Parry resigned after failed mediation and months of tension with Mayor Ben Bell, who was elected a year ago. Reporter Tim Brown spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Rental property analysis
October 10, 2023 19:40 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBThe Labour Party says landlords would receive an average of $6,000 a year in tax cuts under a National-led government. That raises the question of whether those savings would be passed on to renters. CoreLogic's Kelvin Davidson spoke to Corin Dann.
Sports chat with Nathan Rarere
October 10, 2023 19:37 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBSports news with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 19:31 - 1 minute - 1.65 MBMarket Update for 11 October 2023.
National and Labour discuss trade policy
October 10, 2023 19:23 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MBNational is pledging to double the value of key exports within a decade, if it leads the next government. It says it would conduct more overseas trade missions than any other New Zealand government, and sign more high-quality free-trade agreements. It's similar to Labour's Trade policy agenda: both focus on deepening ties with India and Prime Ministerial visits; and pursuing agreements with the Gulf States and South America's Pacific Alliance countries. Labour however, specifies the impo...
Report from on the ground in Gaza
October 10, 2023 19:13 - 8 minutes - 7.49 MBHamas has fired hundreds of rockets at the southern Israeli port city of Ashkelon four days after its unprecedented assault on Israel. More than nine hundred people and taking about one hundred and fifty hostage. The latest rocket attacks on Israel come as Israel continues to pound the Gaza Strip with the fiercest air strikes in its 75-year conflict with the Palestinians, reducing whole districts to dust despite a threat from Hamas militants to execute a hostage for every home hit. Freel...
Auckland man breaks bungy jumping world record
October 10, 2023 18:56 - 3 minutes - 3.03 MBWhile many of you were fast asleep Tuesday night, an Auckland man set a new world record - by jumping off the Harbour Bridge 941 times in 24 hours. Mike Heard was chasing the record of 765 bungee jumps set last year by Frenchman Francois-Marie Dibon. He's doing it to raise money for the Mental Health Foundation, starting the challenge at 7am Tuesday. Heard spoke to Corin Dann.
Group warns against scrapping Te Aka Whai Ora - Māori Health Authority
October 10, 2023 18:51 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MBA group representing 45 health-related NGOs and 75 individual public health academics and professionals says scrapping Te Aka Whai Ora, the Māori Health Authority, would pose a grave threat to Māori health and wellbeing. Health Coalition Aotearoa, which works to reduce the harm from tobacco, alcohol and unhealthy food, is calling on all political parties to keep Te Aka Whai Ora as a Māori-led, independent Crown agency. National, ACT and NZ First have all promised to disestablish the orga...
Only nine percent of Oranga Tamariki caregivers specially trained to help trauma victims
October 10, 2023 18:47 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBOnly nine percent of Oranga Tamariki caregivers are specially trained to help children who've lived with trauma, even though many of those in their care have experienced harm. A 21-year-old woman, who was taken into state care when she was seven, says the homes and caregivers she was placed with weren't equipped to deal with her trauma. The woman is sharing her story as part of an RNZ investigation examining the systems for managing vulnerable rangatahi. Here's our In Depth journalist El...
Questions as to whether tax cuts will be passed on to renters
October 10, 2023 18:42 - 5 minutes - 4.61 MBThe Labour Party says landlords and property investors will be lining their pockets if National is elected to government on Saturday, likely at the expense of those who are renting those properties. Analysis by Labour suggests landlords would receive an average of $6,000 a year in tax cuts, a number CoreLogic Senior Research Analyst Kelvin Davidson says seems accurate. Property Investors Federation president Sue Harrison spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Labour says landlords will be lining pockets if National win
October 10, 2023 18:39 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MBThe Labour Party says landlords and property investors will be lining their pockets if National is elected to government on Saturday, likely at the expense of those who are renting those properties. Analysis by Labour suggests landlords would receive an average of $6,000 a year in tax cuts, a number CoreLogic Senior Research Analyst Kelvin Davidson says seems accurate. The question then is, would some of that money be passed on to renters? Renters United spokesperson Geordie Rogers spoke...
All Blacks respect Ireland but don't fear them
October 10, 2023 18:35 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBThe All Blacks continue to talk up Ireland as the best side in the world, but they insist they don't fear them. The All Blacks are also adamant they're a much better team now than the one that lost to hosts France in their opening game of the World Cup, as they prepare to try and stop the Irish from reaching the final four of the tournament for the first time. Rugby reporter Joe Porter is in Paris.
Discussing the big issues at NZ's northernmost voting station
October 10, 2023 18:27 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBAmong those casting their votes in the Far North this Saturday will be the residents of Te Hāpua, a settlement that boasts the nation's northernmost voting station. So, what are the big issues there? Does anyone care about the election? Northland reporter Peter de Graaf took a long drive up the country to find out.
Labour's support grows in latest poll
October 10, 2023 18:19 - 7 minutes - 7.23 MBLabour's support has surged in a poll out Wednesday morning. The Guardian Essential Poll conducted between the 4th and 8th of October has Labour up 3 and a half percent and is now in the 30s. All minor parties are slightly down with the exception of New Zealand First which is now above eight percent. National remains in the lead with 34 percent, the Greens are steady in the poll and ACT is down. Deputy Political Editor Craig McCulloch spoke to Corin Dann.
The third party groups spending thousands on election advertising
October 10, 2023 18:16 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBIt's not just political parties paying for advertising to influence votes. Publicity-shy 'promoters' are also spending thousands trying to influence the election. In Depth reporter Farah Hancock has more.
Sports News for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 18:08 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBThe All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan says injured prop Tyrel Lomax has survived a full training and will be considered for selection for this weekend's World Cup quarter-final against Ireland in Paris.
Sports News for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 18:08 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBThe All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan says injured prop Tyrel Lomax has survived a full training and will be considered for selection for this weekend's World Cup quarter-final against Ireland in Paris.
Business News for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 17:55 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MBBusiness news for 11 October 2023.
Universities facing record deficits
October 10, 2023 17:45 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MBMost of the country's universities are set to post a record deficit, totalling more than $60 million. Universities say some of this is because of lower-than-expected enrolments and higher costs. But the biggest problem is inflation exceeding funding increases. Universities New Zealand chief executive Chris Whelan spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports Chat for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 17:38 - 3 minutes - 2.77 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 17:25 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 17:23 - 1 minute - 1.47 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Jury out on state of residential construction sector
October 10, 2023 17:15 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBThe jury is out on what the slowdown in the residential construction industry means for the hundreds of thousands of people working in the sector. Industry insiders say companies are pivoting to renovations and additions as consents for new builds fall sharply. But some staff are either being let go or farmed out to other firms. Reporter Robin Martin has more.
Sports News for 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 17:05 - 1 minute - 1.21 MBAll Blacks prop Tyrel Lomax is set to be available for selection for Sunday's Rugby World Cup quarter final against Ireland in Paris. Lomax left the field during the game against Uruguay last weekend with a knee injury.
Top Stories for Wednesday 11 October 2023
October 10, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBTop stories for 11 October 2023: Hamas fired hundreds of rockets into southern Israel as the war continues and the situation in Gaza worsens. The latest Guardian Essential poll shows a surge in support for both Labour and New Zealand First. We look at political promoters who are spending thousands on advertising.
New housing complex opens in Kaikohe
October 09, 2023 19:55 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBA new style housing complex is about to become the permanent home for some Kaikohe locals struggling to find a place to live. The development's first ten units have been formally opened in a dawn blessing, with 50 more still to be built. It's the first project of its kind, built in partnership between an iwi health provider and the Far North District Council. Te Hau Ora O Ngāpuhi chief executive Tia Ashby spoke to Corin Dann.
Doctors insist access and choice programme isn't a strain on demand
October 09, 2023 19:53 - 3 minutes - 2.87 MBDoctors running a programme to spread mental health resources into general practices are insisting that it isn't putting a strain on demand for specialist services. The Access and Choice programme aims to make mental health services more readily available by putting them in GPs and has been running for three years. Its critics say the programme has taken staff from secondary services, moving the workforce strain elsewhere in the healthcare system. Psychiatrist David Codyre spoke to Ingri...
Failure to address climate issues will raise household bills say researchers
October 09, 2023 19:49 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBVoters may be focussed on the cost of living, but climate groups say failing to look at climate policies will raise household bills as well. Researchers say every aspect of life will be affected, without urgent emissions cuts. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports.
New slides open at Hanmer Springs
October 09, 2023 19:45 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBTwo new state-of-the-art slides will be available at Hanmer Springs pools from Wednesday. The Violet Vortex and Waiau Winder, named by a public vote, feature lighting and visual technology never seen before in New Zealand. They're replacing two 25-year-old slides which were ridden about 17 million times collectively. Hanmer Springs Pool general manager Graeme Abbot spoke to Corin Dann.
Te Whatu Ora to check labs after workers' exposed to fumes
October 09, 2023 19:39 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBTe Whatu Ora is moving to check the safety of hospital laboratories nationwide. This comes after workers' exposure to toxic fumes and typhoid, delays in test results jeopardising patient care, and IT delays holding back upgrades. An internal document shows the agency expects it will need a comprehensive fix to deal with "significant" risks. Phil Pennington spoke to Corin Dann.
Sports Chat for 10 October 2023
October 09, 2023 19:35 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 10 October 2023
October 09, 2023 19:28 - 1 minute - 1.4 MBMarket Update for 10 October 2023.
Labour and National poke holes in each other's fiscal plans
October 09, 2023 19:22 - 6 minutes - 6.07 MBBoth major parties are again claiming to have found holes in their rival's fiscal plans. Labour says National policies would require larger spending cuts than forecast, while National says Labour's plan would mean more debt. Political editor Jane Patterson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Willis defends National's tax policy after new Labour attacks
October 09, 2023 19:10 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBNational's finance spokesperson, Nicola Willis, is again defending her party's fiscal plan despite a fresh attack from Labour. Labour says National would require more than $3 billion in cuts to public services every year, amounting to about 6,000 jobs. Willis spoke to Corin Dann.
Who are fans picking to win the RWC quarter-finals?
October 09, 2023 18:56 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBThe four best teams at the Rugby World Cup are on one side of the draw and only two of them can progress past this weekend's quarter-finals, but which pair will it be? France, the All Blacks, Ireland and South Africa have advanced from Pool A and B to the last eight, with most pundits expecting one of those sides to be holding the William Webb Ellis Cup aloft at the end of the tournament. Rugby reporter Joe Porter is in Paris and took to the streets to find out who fans think will go all...
National's boot camps a 'dumping ground' for troubled youth says lawyer
October 09, 2023 18:53 - 4 minutes - 3.9 MBNational's proposed boot camps for repeat young offenders are being described as a dumping ground for troubled young people. While recorded youth crime has been steadily declining since 2007, there was a spike in 2022, which saw a six percent increase in the number of young people charged compared to 2021. As part of an in-depth investigation, RNZ has examined the systems in Aotearoa for managing rangatahi whose behaviour has spiralled out of control. Ella Stewart reports.
Parnell sinkhole causes a stink for locals
October 09, 2023 18:50 - 2 minutes - 2.31 MBThe huge sinkhole in the Auckland suburb of Parnell is causing a stink with neighbouring business reporting foul smells in the area. The sinkhole opened up last month above a broken and blogged sewer main pipe which is sending massive amounts of raw sewage into the Waitemata Harbour. Now, as crews work tirelessly to fix the pipe causing the hole, nearby businesses continue to grapple with the disruption.
ACT's Port Waikato candidate dies suddenly
October 09, 2023 18:47 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBVoters in the Port Waikato electorate won't be electing their local MP this Saturday because of the sudden death of ACT's candidate Neil Christensen. They have to wait until a byelection is called. It is the first time an electoral candidate has died after the close of nominations but before polling day since MMP was introduced 30 years ago. Electoral Commission chief electoral officer Karl Le Quesne spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Israel military drafts 300,000 reservists in response to Hamas attacks
October 09, 2023 18:33 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBIsrael's military has drafted a record 300,000 reservists in its response to a multi-front Hamas attack from Gaza and says it is "going on the offensive". Benjy Treister is a New Zealander whose young family lives in the city of Be'er Sheva, about 20 kilometres from Gaza. His two brothers have both been called up for combat and he fears he will soon be needed too, even though one of his three children is a new-born. Treister spoke to Corin Dann.
Extended interview with Labour leader Chris Hipkins
October 09, 2023 18:10 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBThe Labour Party says 6,000 public servants would lose their jobs if National leads the next government. National's plan outlines $2.3 billion of cuts to public services each year. But Labour says its figures don't add up and a third more cuts would have to be made, making its cuts to public services more than $3 billion every year. Yesterday we sat down with National's Christopher Luxon for an extended interview. Today it is Labour's Chris Hipkins turn. Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 10 October 2023
October 09, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.19 MBThe Black Caps have beaten the Netherlands by 99 runs in their second World Cup match.