Jacob Mc Sweeny

A new report considered by the ongoing inquiry today found it is highly probable contaminated water from the Mangateretere Pond made its way into the bore supplying the town. Audio

People affected by Donald Trump's travel ban say they're still confused as to whether they'll be allowed to enter the US. Audio

The Race Relations Commissioner wants a review of legislation dealing with hate speech following a rise in what she describes as vile, vitriolic and very threatening language online. Audio

Families in Marlborough are struggling to find accommodation. There's increased pressure on the rental market with visitors and seasonal workers in the region over summer. There are also concerns a… Audio

Wellington's mayor is repeating the mantra of 'build more houses' as a solution to a recent spike in house prices in the capital. Audio

A volunteer ranger says the Department of Conservation is shirking its responsibilities putting the endangered yellow-eyed penguin in Southland's Curio Bay at risk in order to build a carpark. Audio

A sex therapist says young New Zealanders are vulnerable to developing addictions to pornography because they're not taught how to deal with online porn. Audio

A mother says her daughter would still be alive had the Ministry of Social Development not sent letters threatening an unwarranted prosecution for welfare fraud. Audio

This time tomorrow the half time whistle will have just been blown in the opening match of the Football World Cup between hosts Brazil and Croatia in Sao Paulo. Our former reporter Jacob McSweeny, is… Audio

Two properties in Wellington's most expensive residential area have been evacuated following a mudslide in exclusive Oriental Bay. Audio

Ex Black Cap Lou Vincent has pleaded guilty to failing to tell authorities about a match fixer approaching him. Audio

It was the half marathon that turned out to be more than a half marathon. Audio

Black Caps captain Brendon McCullum is 19 runs short of becoming the first New Zealand cricketer ever to make 300 runs in a test innings. Audio

If you're hoping to transfer money or send an email using the nearby wi-fi internet connection, whether it's at a cafe or an airport, don't. Audio

Opponents of the highway flyover in Wellington say the Transport Agency should not be allowed to put up a building to screen the Basin Reserve which is historicly significant. Audio

Auckland has the highest proportion of religious people in the country, fewer people in Wellington are getting married and Otago has had the biggest drop in smokers. Audio

Players and administrators at cricket's grassroots level are worried New Zealand stands to be one of the biggest losers in a proposed change of governance in the world game. Audio

The art community is mourning the loss of one of the country's most significant collections of contemporary art. Audio