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National and Labour at odds over water services
October 02, 2023 18:46 - 8 minutes - 8.1 MBNational and Labour are at odds about how $185 billion bill will be paid for water services if Three Waters doesn't go ahead. National plans to scrap the contested Three Waters scheme within its first hundred days if elected, and Labour's Local Government Minister Kieran McAnulty says ratepayers will feel the effects. But National's campaign chair Chris Bishop says their fiscal plan has almost $10 billion for operating buffers and $8 billion for capital allowance - which could help meet ...
OIA reveals flaws in Police ICT system
October 02, 2023 18:40 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBOn Monday Morning Report revealed a powerful new intelligence tool police are using to search data much faster and further, especially about firearms threats. It's called SearchX. It's been badly needed to bridge gaping gaps in intelligence to keep officers safe. But the same OIA that shows this, also reveals a host of flaws in the police's entire ICT system they have been trying to patch. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkins.
Hawke's Bay rugby players in hot water over Ranfurly Shield damage
October 02, 2023 18:26 - 5 minutes - 5.19 MBOnce again New Zealand Rugby is having to deal with a case of players behaving badly. The prized Ranfurly Shield is in bits, and a player from the winning Hawke's Bay Magpies has been charged with driving with excess breath alcohol, after crashing through a fence early on Sunday morning. Then there is the suspicious looking white powder and a rolled-up banknote photographed on the broken shield. The man who helped refurbish the shield, and who'll now repair it, James Dwan, is appalled by...
Donald Trump attends first day of civil fraud trial
October 02, 2023 18:21 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MBFormer US president Donald Trump is attending the first day of a $400 million civil fraud trial against him after his legal team tried and failed to delay the case. Trump, his two adult sons, and the Trump Organization are accused of inflating the value of their properties by more than $3 billion. New York correspondent William Denselow spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Winston Peters spreading climate misinformation at public meetings
October 02, 2023 18:18 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MBNew Zealand First leader Winston Peters has been spreading misleading climate information at public meetings. Climate change has been a hot topic this election campaign, with extreme weather such as Cyclone Gabrielle still fresh in people's minds. Both major parties have made clear commitments to the country's climate targets - while Winston Peters is still questioning the science. RNZ's political reporter Anneke Smith has the details.
Hipkins on cancelled leaders' debate
October 02, 2023 18:09 - 8 minutes - 7.43 MBTuesday was meant to be debate day for Chris Hipkins and Christopher Luxon but Covid has intervened. Plans to reschedule the encounter have hit a wall amid a barrage of name calling. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Corin Dann.
Sports News for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 18:05 - 1 minute - 1.27 MBDevon Conway and Tom Latham scored half-centuries as the Black Caps beat South Africa by seven runs in a rain-reduced final warm-up match ahead of the Cricket World Cup in India. South Africa wing Makazole Mapimpi has been ruled out of the remainder of the Rugby World Cup after fracturing his eye socket in yesterday's win over Tonga.
Sports News for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 18:05 - 1 minute - 1.27 MBDevon Conway and Tom Latham scored half-centuries as the Black Caps beat South Africa by seven runs in a rain-reduced final warm-up match ahead of the Cricket World Cup in India. South Africa wing Makazole Mapimpi has been ruled out of the remainder of the Rugby World Cup after fracturing his eye socket in yesterday's win over Tonga.
Business News for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 17:55 - 4 minutes - 4.24 MBBusiness news for 3 October 2023.
Te Pāti Māori complain over ACT's failure to declare use of plane
October 02, 2023 17:47 - 5 minutes - 5.24 MBHow do you value a political donation when it's a plane on loan from a supporter? That's a question the Electoral Commission is grappling with, following a complaint from Te Pāti Māori that ACT has failed to declare the loan. In an election year, parties must report donations and loans that have a reasonable market value of more than $20,000. Wellington-based lawyer Graeme Edgeler spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Stoush over attendance at The Press leaders' debate
October 02, 2023 17:43 - 5 minutes - 5.24 MBPolitical leaders are playing tit-for tat over who is ultimately responsible for stopping the 3rd leaders debate going ahead. Chris Hipkins and Christopher Luxon were due to face off in Christchurch Tuesday night in The Press leaders' debate - but with Hipkins an obvious absentee, Luxon's staff couldn't find an alternative date from the options Labour offered. The Press editor Kamala Hayman spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports Chat for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 17:38 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 17:26 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 17:25 - 1 minute - 1.47 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Extreme winds blow over trees in Oamaru
October 02, 2023 17:16 - 3 minutes - 3.16 MBThe weather that hit Oamaru on Monday has been described as "extreme" and "pretty unusual". Jenny Sims has lived in the area for three years, and she has never seen anything like it. She was at the front of her house when the wind knocked over a neighbouring tree. Sims spoke to Corin Dann.
Fierce winds cancel ferry crossings and rip off roofs
October 02, 2023 17:11 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBFierce winds had South Island fire crews dealing with more than 80 cases of ripped roofs, tossed trees, downed powerlines, capsized campervans, and several wildfires. First, there were gale north-westerlies, MetService said gusts topped 120kmh across both Otago and Canterbury. Then, the wind turned - with south-westerly gales hitting 140kmh in Dunedin. The biggest gust - 172kmh - was recorded at Cape Turnagain. Power outages have been reported from the far South to North Canterbury. Blue...
Sports News for 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 17:05 - 1 minute - 1.2 MBThe Black Caps have completed their preparations for the World Cup with a 7 run win over South Africa in a rain-affected warmup game in India. After deciding to bat first New Zealand made 321 for six with Devon Conway retiring on 78, while Kane Williamson retired on 37.
Top Stories for Tuesday 3 October 2023
October 02, 2023 17:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBTop stories for 3 October 2023: We'll take a closer look at what Winston Peters has been saying about climate change on the campaign trail. Our Climate election debate with National, Labour and the Greens. Donald Trump is in court for the first day of a four-hundred million dollar civil fraud trial
No age limit on voting as polls open
October 01, 2023 19:52 - 3 minutes - 3 MBEarly voting officially opens on Monday the 2nd of October, and while you've got to be 18 years old to vote in Aotearoa, you can never be too old. First Up's Leonard Powell paid a visit to his local retirement village to get a temperature check ahead of the election.
Winston Peters woos crowds with 'old school' public meetings
October 01, 2023 19:50 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBWinston Peters has been wooing small crowds throughout the country as support for his party's popularity creeps up in the polls. New Zealand First has reached the 5 per cent threshold in both TV polls, meaning its likely Peters is coming back to Parliament, and he may hold the balance of power. His campaign has been courting loyal followers as well as marginalised groups, like those who oppose vaccine mandates. Political reporter Anneke Smith has been following Peters.
Italy trounced by All Blacks at Rugby World Cup
October 01, 2023 19:44 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MBItaly needs a revolution in its local game if it's going to have a chance in future Rugby World Cups, according to a former professional player. The team was trounced by the All Blacks 96-17. Flavio Donati who is following the All Blacks around but was cheering for both teams at the match. Donati spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports chat with Nathan Rarere
October 01, 2023 19:35 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBSports news with Nathan Rarere.
Analysis: Campaign heats up in Māori electorates
October 01, 2023 19:27 - 6 minutes - 6.31 MBThe campaign is heating up across the motu - and the Māori electorates are no exception. Māori affairs broadcaster and host of RNZ's Māpuna Julian Wilcox says three of the seven races are proving particularly interesting, with several impressive wāhine māori leading the charge. Wilcox spoke to Corin Dann.
Poverty action campaigners worried about those left behind after election
October 01, 2023 19:22 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBWhile some political parties are paying close attention to the squeezed middle this election - poverty action campaigners are worried those at the bottom of the heap are being left behind. The National Party's pledge to bring back no cause evictions and introduce benefit sanctions are among policies that some say could worsen living conditions for those who are already struggling. Wellington City Missioner Murray Edridge spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Labour criticise National over plans to ditch Three Waters
October 01, 2023 19:15 - 6 minutes - 5.94 MBThe National Party is prioritising its plan to ditch Three Waters, committing to doing so within its 100 days if it's elected. Labour has criticised the decision, claiming National would be leaving councils and ratepayers in the lurch with increased expenditure forecast for water services. The National Party declined our request to debate its plan with Labour's local government spokesperson, Kieran McAnulty. McAnulty spoke to Corin Dann.
String of abuse towards political candidates as election enters final weeks
October 01, 2023 19:11 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBAs the election campaign enters its final weeks, there's been an alarming string of menacing actions towards political candidates - but those being discussed publicly appear to be just the tip of the iceberg. Three women candidates - one from Te Pāti Māori and two from Labour - have reported disturbing altercations, threats and even a break-in, all politically motivated. Political editor Jane Patterson reports.
All Blacks show attacking flair in thumping victory over Italy
October 01, 2023 18:56 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBThe All Blacks are staying grounded after demolishing Italy 96-17 in Lyon - having showcased their attacking wares in a way that will have their biggest rivals at the World Cup on edge. The 14-try performance leaves them all-but certain to qualify for the quarter-finals, assuming Uruguay don't pull off a rugby miracle in their final pool game. Commentator Scotty Stevenson spoke to Corin Dann.
Temporary pipe to be installed at sinkhole site in Auckland
October 01, 2023 18:50 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MBCrews are aiming to begin laying down a temporary pipe in Auckland Monday morning to bypass a blocked sewerage pipe. Tonnes of debris has been removed from the blocked pipe where a thirteen-metre-deep sinkhole opened up a week ago. Hundreds of litres of sewage a second has been pumping into the Waitemata Harbour since then, leaving all inner city beaches closed. Watercare chief operations officer Mark Bourne spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Authorities struggling to find source of cryptosporidium outbreak in Queenstown
October 01, 2023 18:44 - 6 minutes - 5.56 MBAuthorities are no closer to finding the source of Queenstown's cryptosporidium outbreak. Te Whatu Ora has confirmed 56 cases, 12 probable cases, and eight under investigation. The Council says the parasite has not been detected in repeated tests across the water network, but residents are still being told to boil their drinking water in the meantime. The Council is planning to isolate the areas served by the Kelvin Heights water treatment plant this week - so part of the town will be ab...
Police using AI to help assess risk posed by offenders
October 01, 2023 18:38 - 5 minutes - 5.01 MBPolice are using powerful new AI to help them assess the risk posed by offenders when officers are called out to emergencies. RNZ can reveal the new intelligence tool SearchX can instantly display 15 times more connections between people, such as with guns and associates, than the old system. It is at the heart of a $200 million frontline safety programme being rolled out in response to the shooting murder of unarmed constable Matthew Hunt in West Auckland in 2020. Phil Pennington has mo...
Property industry highest political donors according to analysis
October 01, 2023 18:34 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBAn RNZ analysis of political donations shows people involved in the property industry are giving the most - and almost all of it is going to National, ACT and NZ First. People and businesses aligned to the property industry have given more than $2.5 million since the start of 2021. In Depth's data journalist Farah Hancock reports.
Hipkins off the campaign trail as advanced voting begins
October 01, 2023 18:25 - 4 minutes - 4.16 MBThe Labour Party is scrambling to rearrange its election campaign after its leader Chris Hipkins tested positive for Covid-19. Hipkins started to experience symptoms on Sunday and returned a positive test the same day. RNZ deputy political editor Craig McCulloch spoke to Corin Dann.
National reacts to Hipkins' Covid diagnosis
October 01, 2023 18:18 - 6 minutes - 5.5 MBCovid-19 has intervened in the election campaign, side-lining Labour leader Chris Hipkins just under two weeks out from polling day. Hipkins started to experience symptoms on Sunday and returned a positive test the same day. National's campaign chair Chris Bishop spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Labour leader home with Covid at crucial time
October 01, 2023 18:12 - 5 minutes - 4.89 MBSenior Labour MPs Carmel Sepuloni and Duncan Webb are taking Chris Hipkins place at campaign events on Monday as the Labour leader isolates with Covid 19. Hipkins will participate in other events on Zoom. To discuss how the party is regrouping Megan Woods, Labour's campaign chair, spoke to Corin Dann.
Voting opens as Hipkins goes down with Covid
October 01, 2023 18:10 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBEarly voting opens Monday 2nd October, and hundreds of polling booths will be available for people to start casting their votes from 9 o'clock Monday morning. It comes as Labour's campaign is turned on its head with leader Chris Hipkins isolating with Covid. Organisers of Tuesday's Press Leaders debate in Christchurch are scrambling to keep the high-profile election event on track. Reporter Jemima Huston has been checking out the appetite for early voting.
Business News for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:53 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBBusiness news for 2 October 2023.
Business News for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:53 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBBusiness news for 2 October 2023.
ACT propose to axe Jan 2 public holiday
October 01, 2023 17:47 - 5 minutes - 4.71 MBBerl's chief economist has dismissed ACT's proposal to axe the January 2nd public holiday as pointless. The proposal is part of ACT's small business policy, with the party saying it would help businesses absorb the cost of the Matariki Holiday introduced by the Government last year. The policy package would also abolish Fair Pay Agreements and put a hold on minimum wage increases for three years, which the party says would improve productivity and make life easier for small businesses. B...
Advance voting set to open
October 01, 2023 17:44 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MBAdvance voting booths will open from 9am Monday morning. From Monday, Kiwis can vote at locations up and down the country. The polling stations are easy to find at vote.nz. Chief electoral officer Karl Le Quesne spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss
Early Business News for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:42 - 1 minute - 1.24 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Early Sports Chat for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:40 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Strong wind warnings in place for South Island and lower North Island
October 01, 2023 17:34 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MBDespite a small reprieve in the weather this weekend, much of the motu has returned to wet and windy conditions. Strong wind warnings are in place for most of the South Island and the lower North Island, expected to last until Monday evening. A number of mountain passes are also under snowfall warnings. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Morning Rural News for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:28 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Property market at a stand-still ahead of election
October 01, 2023 17:25 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MBThe property market is at a stand-still as the country awaits the results of the election. September figures from realestate.co.nz show no movement in the national average asking price. The number of new listings is also at a record low for the month of September in nine regions. Vanessa Williams of realestate.co.nz spoke to Corin Dann.
Fiji a step closer to quarterfinals after beating Georgia
October 01, 2023 17:10 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBFiji's a step closer to reaching a quarterfinal spot at the Rugby World Cup. The team won 17-12 against Georgia in Bordeaux on Sunday morning. Fiji's quarterfinal place is not yet set in stone, but one more point from their final pool match against Portugal will seal their playoff spot. RNZ Pacific senior sports journalist Iliesa Tora spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:05 - 1 minute - 1.35 MBPenrith halfback Nathan Cleary manufactured a 26-24 comeback victory over the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL grand final as the Panthers became the first team in 40 years to win three straight titles.
Sports News for 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:05 - 1 minute - 1.35 MBPenrith halfback Nathan Cleary manufactured a 26-24 comeback victory over the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL grand final as the Panthers became the first team in 40 years to win three straight titles.
Top Stories for Monday 2 October 2023
October 01, 2023 17:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBTop stories for 2 October 2023: The National Party says it will get rid of Three Waters in its first 100 days in office. Election candidates are facing increasing abuse. Poverty action campaigners are worried those struggling the most are being passed over by the major political parties.
Crew lands in Antarctica after three attempts
September 28, 2023 19:50 - 2 minutes - 2.62 MBThird time's the charm for Antarctic researchers trying to reach the continent this week. The 43-person crew landed safely in New Zealand's Antarctic research station, Scott Base, on Wednesday - after 'boomeranging' the 3,800-kilometre trip twice already due to mechanical issues, and unsurprisingly, too much snow. The New Zealand Defence Force's communications operator, Abbey Brown, is glad to be walking on ice after spending more than twenty-four hours in the air. Brown spoke to Corin D...
Report on pregnant women in prison released
September 28, 2023 19:47 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBThe Department of Corrections' Office of the Inspectorate has released a report into how pregnant women and those with children under 24 months are managed in New Zealand's three women's prisons. The report found that generally pregnant women in prison receive the same standard of maternity care as they would in the community, and in some cases are seen more often by their midwife. But more needs to be done to ensure all women receive pregnancy tests on entry and then address the issues ...