Phillip Smith
Our Other Islands | Episode 1: Rakiura
Troy embarks on a journey down south to the tip of Aotearoa to explore the breathtaking Rakiura. Video
Tourist levy increase considered for Stewart Island
A plan to triple the Stewart Island visitor levy is proving unpopular with local residents, who say it could deter people from visiting their island home. More than seven hundred and fifty thousand… Audio
Fewer prisoners approved for temporary release
The number of prisoners on temporary release has fallen dramatically since Phillip John Smith flew to South America last year, Corrections says.
Major law changes to follow Smith inquiry
The government is set to make major changes to prevent another embarrassing international manhunt for an escaped prisoner.
Phillip Smith's lawyer to challenge prisoner media gag.
Phillip Smith's lawyer, Tony Ellis, wants the High Court to stop the Corrections Department gagging his client from talking to the news media. Audio
Muttonbirding
Harvesting muttonbirds on the Titi Islands is a family tradition for Stewart islanders, Phillip and Zane Smith. Phillip has been a fisherman for most of his life and now he runs an eco tourism… Audio