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Green Party accuses Chris Bishop of 'gaslighting' people
The Green Party says Minister Chris Bishop is gaslighting people about opportunities for public input on projects under the Fast Track Bill. Green Party leader Marama Davidson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
…Former Foreign Minister of Australia warns NZ of AUKUS risks
A former foreign minister of Australia is warning the AUKUS deal puts his country's sovereignty at risk. Bob Carr, who was Australia's foreign minister between 2012 and 2013, spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
NZ and Philippines bolster defence ties
As tensions rise in the Indo-Pacific, New Zealand and the Philippines have pledged to bolster defence ties, making it easier for their armed forces to work together. Deputy political editor Craig… Audio
Dog attacks on other animals on the up in Auckland
Auckland's roaming dogs are responsible for more than a thousand attacks on other animals each year, with council figures show the number of attacks has been growing. Katie Fitzgerald reports. Audio
Shortfall of $30 million to get evacuated Auckland apartment building up to standard
Residents at Auckland City Garden Apartments will today find out whether they need to leave their homes after the council issued a Dangerous Building Notice. The body corporate's lawyer Tim Rainey… Audio
Secretive church operating in NZ being investigated by FBI
A victim advocate says police are investigating multiple reports of historical child sexual abuse within a secretive church that has operated in New Zealand for over a century and is being… Audio
G7 countries meet on Italian island of Capri
The G7 group of wealthy nations are in Italy for a 3-day meeting dominated by calls for more assistance to Ukraine to fight Russia, and more sanctions against Iran. Correspondent Giles Gibson spoke to… Audio
Explainer: ongoing cuts in govt departments
RNZ explainer editor Katie Kenny to give us the low down on the job cuts in the public service Audio
Extra security for most high-risk hospital EDs almost halved
A series of assaults and pleas by staff had led to the initial funding of guards.
Wellington's ebb and flow of public servants
The government's back-office public service job cuts are adding to Wellington's woes
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Group plans work to improve safety of female MPs
New research shows harassment of elected officials - especially women - is on the rise. Audio
Great Barrier Island goes without resident dentist for 8 years
The last resident dentist retired in 2016, and some residents are resorting to DIY solutions for pain relief.
Astonishment at expectation contractors will review curriculum
Hiring contractors is an appalling solution when people who could do the work are losing their jobs, the PSA says.
Officer who moved to Australia says he wouldn't consider coming back
The Police Association has warned NZ officers are ripe for the picking as many struggle to make ends meet. Audio
Police target LabHost platform users in global operation
Police have sized devices they believe were used as part of a cybercrime operation, which targeted thousands of people across the world.
The Panel with Nuwanthie Samarakone and Allan Blackman (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel Wallace is joined by panellists Nuwanthie Samarakone & Allan Blackman. They discuss the impact of Taranaki Regional Council scrapping subsidised school busses. Plus a dog that's… Audio
Crown lawyers attempt to block Waitangi Tribunal summons
The Tribunal had called on Minister for Children Karen Chhour to provide evidence at an urgent inquiry into the repeal of Section 7AA of the Oranga Tamariki Act.
The Panel with Nuwanthie Samarakone and Allan Blackman (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel Wallace is joined by panellists Nuwanthie Samarakone & Allan Blackman to discuss the governments plan for fast track consents. They also discuss whether the public sector job cuts… Audio
Dangerous apartment building facing financial troubles
The building's management said they were short more than $30 million needed for long-term fixes to fire hazards and recladding. Audio
Temporary fix for sagging Rangitata rail bridge under way
One of 34 bridge piers was washed away in flood waters last Friday - and it is yet to be found.
