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Watch: Car parked in 'worst possible place' lifted by Anzac attendees
25 Apr 2024A group of people had to manually lift and move a car before New Plymouth's Anzac Day dawn service could begin.
Rail bridge reopened after floods left it sagging
Police dog punched after burglar caught on roof with booze shop loot
Politics
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Claimants want Children's Minister to front up
25 Apr 2024Waitangi Tribunal claimants will appeal a High Court decision to overturn a summons order from the Tribunal for Children's Minister Karen Chhour.
High Court overturns Waitangi Tribunal summons to Minister for Children Karen Chhour
Education Ministry cuts: Roles providing support for disabled kids among those proposed to be axed
Sport
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Former Australian NRL player Terry Hill dies aged 52
The former player is believed to have died from a heart attack in the Philippines.
Warriors can't shake Anzac Day curse, go down to Titans
EPL: Everton inflict major setback on Liverpool's title hopes
Business
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Three's Ryan Bridge joining Newstalk ZB?
25 Apr 2024He is first in line to be the new host of Newstalk ZB's Early Edition morning show, according to a report.
US targets airlines' 'junk fees' in new aviation rules
Building product concerns dismissed: 'The industry is lacking competition'
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Untold Pacific History
Watch - Papa Tom, an extraordinary Kiwi-Pacific Islander who smashed new frontiers in space and the ocean in a life that spanned many fields of work. Video, Audio
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To pee, or not to pee on the lemon tree
Is this old trick good gardening, or just a bit weird? Landscape designer Justin Newcombe tells Nights he's tried it - and it works. Audio
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Nici Wickes' Sesame Anzac Biscuits
Feeling the baking urge and want a classic biscuit recipe? Look no further.
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10(ish) war films for Anzac Day
This Anzac Day special from last year was very popular. Combat movies can be fantastic delivery machines for anti-violence messages, and sometimes thrilling and visceral entertainment as well, Dan Slevin picks his favourites.
In Case You Missed It
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In pictures: Anzac Day marked at dawn services across NZ
25 Apr 2024Thousands are remembering those who fought and died in war. Here are some of the best photos from services around Aotearoa Thursday morning.
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Media minister: The tricky job prompting resignations and political exits
25 Apr 2024Melissa Lee has been replaced after just seven months in the role. Paul Goldsmith now inherits the job.
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All Blacks at War: The story of the 13 All Blacks killed in WWI
25 Apr 2024Thirteen former All Blacks died in WWI. All Blacks at War brings their stories to life, with military historian Dr Chris Pugsley and former All Black Andrew…
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Explainer: Why do we commemorate Anzac Day?
25 Apr 2024From dawn services to parades, people will gather to reflect on the atrocities of war, and honour the contributions of returned service personnel.
RNZ Music
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The Dandy Warhols on where it all began, new album and NZ show
Psychedelic rock band the Dandy Warhols have been making music for 30 years, but they still only feel "pressure to blow our own minds", their frontman says. Audio
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Illmatic - one of the greatest hip hop albums ever recorded.
30 years after the debut album by New York rapper Nas, Kiwis pay tribute to a rap classic. Audio
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Celebrating two decades of Nota Bene
Ahead of its 20th anniversary concert, Nota Bene's founding music director Christine Argyle and current music director Maaike Christie-Beekman join Bryan Crump to discuss the Wellington chamber choir's secrets to success. Audio
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REVIEW: Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter
LISTEN: Beyoncé's glorious new Cowboy Carter album may well be this year's most startling release. William Dart checks out Queen Bey's take on country music that has already caused tremors in more conservative Nashville circles. Audio
In Depth
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30 with Guyon: Roseanne Liang
The director of cult hit Creamerie talks to Guyon Espiner about her up-coming Hollywood blockbuster and her love of action film.
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How the coalition plans to replace the Māori Health Authority
The coalition government got rid of the Māori Health Authority in a hurry. What is it doing now instead?
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Minister accused of ‘gaslighting’ over Fast Track Bill
Cabinet Minister Chris Bishop suggested members of the public could submit projects of their own for consideration under the bill.
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What made PM Luxon go cold on Dave Letele
Community leader Dave Letele considered Christopher Luxon a friend - until the PM reacted badly to an open letter he signed decrying racism.
What You Need to Know
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Where public sector job cuts are coming from so far
Smaller agencies are making deepest cuts as they look to save costs, RNZ data shows.
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What new research about the pandemic shows
And how New Zealand's experience with Covid-19 was very different to most of the world.
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Explainer: Why do we commemorate Anzac Day?
On April 25 each year, New Zealanders at home and around the world mark Anzac Day. Do you know why?
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Proposed anti-gang laws: What you need to know
We've been hearing a lot about anti-gang measures, with new legislation going through Parliament. RNZ is here to explain what it's all about.
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Comment & Analysis
Aces in their places: Luxon plays coy over ministers' competence
Analysis - The PM framing the demotion of two ministers as the portfolios getting "too complex" is a charitable way of saying they weren't up to the job.
Why automated systems must put the human factor first
Opinion - The incident of a woman misidentified by facial recognition technology at a Rotorua supermarket should have come as no surprise, Mark Rickerby writes.
Luxon meets KPIs on Southeast Asia mission
Power Play - Asked for his own assessment of the visit, the prime minister said he was returning home "excited and energised".
What moved the housing market this week
Analysis - Increasing stock levels are giving buyers more choice, with first-home buyers and owner occupiers the most active groups. Audio