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New Zealand
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Lachlan Jones' pathologist did not routinely perform autopsies on children
6:04 pm todaySouthland was not set up to autopsy children but trying to get a specialist may have meant it did not happen at all, the pathologist says.
Theft of dead sperm whale jawbone from Southland beach upsets iwi
More units open in Te Kohekohe - Northland's first of a kind community housing complex
Politics
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Pākiri supporters would be 'crushed' if sand mining fast-tracked
4:09 pm todayA provision in the proposed fast-track law allowing previous court rulings against consents to be put aside would be a 'travesty of justice', they say.
Mayor told about Auckland parking changes in April, Auckland Transport head claims
Pre-Budget teasers increase exposure - and scrutiny
Sport
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Webster back in Tall Blacks for Olympic qualifiers
8:51 pm todayThe Tall Blacks are recalling an experienced guard for the Olympic qualifiers.
All Black captain Sam Cane announces retirement from international rugby
Cricket: 'Ruthless England make right decision on Anderson'
Business
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How to find out if you have unclaimed money
12:02 pm todayMillions of dollars are going unclaimed, could some of that be yours?
Senior Newshub reporter Michael Morrah to join New Zealand Herald
Egg and poultry businesses 'lucky' bird flu not here yet
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Success for giant wētā breeding programme at new lab
The critically-threatened Mahoenui giant wētā has been bred in captivity for the first time in decades - at a new centre especially set up for the task.
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Movie review: The Idea of You
Anne Hathaway's new romantic comedy glitters with star quality, says Simon Morris. Video, Audio
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Aaron Hawkins on his favourite Dunedin venues
Tony Stamp visits Dunedin for a guided tour of some of the former mayor's favourite venues, in the second part of this four part series. Audio
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What kids eat for lunch around the world
Samantha Mythen explores some international school lunch programmes that New Zealand could learn from.
In Case You Missed It
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How to find out if you have unclaimed money
6:36 pm todayMillions of dollars are going unclaimed, could some of that be yours?
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The haves and have-nots of aged care
1:42 pm todayThe Detail - The flashiest ever aged care centre has just opened in Auckland, while in smaller towns many are closing
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Sleep position secrets: How you sleep may affect your health
12:59 pm todaySleep positions can affect how you sleep and cause or aggravate some health issues, a sleep scientist says.
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Explainer: The science behind the Aurora Australis
12:59 pm todayWhy are the Southern Lights so colourful? And how do they affect the climate?
RNZ Music
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Angus and Julia Stone: Live at Roundhead Studio
Chart-topping, critically acclaimed, indie siblings Angus and Julia Stone perform live at Roundhead studio for Music 101. Audio
Audio
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The Mixtape: Liv Sisson on Fungi, Food and Music
This week on the RNZ Mixtape we go mushroom foraging with Liv Sisson. Audio
Liv is a forager, fungi enthusiast and writer at the Spinoff. On the Mixtape she shares the local music and mushroom discoveries she’s made since moving to New Zealand. Audio
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New Horizons: The Taite Music Prize
For his second NZ Music Month programme, William Dart looks back at the history of the Taite Music Prize as well as the hopefuls and winner of this year's big prize. Audio
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Hymns on Sunday, 12 May 2024
Hymns with the theme of mercy feature in this week's programme, and there are some hymns to Mary to mark Mother's Day. Audio
In Depth
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Pākiri supporters would be 'crushed' if sand mining fast-tracked
A provision in the proposed fast-track law allowing previous court rulings against consents to be put aside would be a 'travesty of justice', they say.
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The fight for the white sands of Pākiri
Why locals fear the government could steal away the hard-won protection of their pristine coastline.
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How do we get out of the way of climate change?
"Ad hoc" house buyouts after major disasters cannot continue, the Climate Change Minister says.
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'Social bonds' for healthcare, housing examined
Ministers have sought advice on 'social impact bonds', which offer a potential return on private investment in public services.
What You Need to Know
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What we learnt from Nicola Willis' pre-Budget speech
The Finance Minister has done a conservative lift of the lid on her upcoming Budget. Here's what she laid out.
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Samoa's dengue fever outbreak: What you need to know
New Zealanders travelling to Samoa are recommended to have comprehensive insurance as the country deals with a dengue outbreak. Audio
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How do our politicians' pay packets compare?
Explainer - MPs are about to get a pay bump, but is it fair and how does it compare to other countries?
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School cellphone ban: What you need to know
Explainer - What will a ban on cellphones in schools achieve? Can students use them during lunch breaks? And what happens if you need to contact your child?
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Comment & Analysis
Why NZ might be taking so long to make a call on AUKUS
Opinion - The government says it is "a long way from this point of being able to make such a decision", which is puzzling, Robert Patman writes.
What does it mean to be 'a good mother'?
Raising children without my own mother's guidance was like navigating a new country without a map, writes Inès Almeida.
'City deals' are coming to NZ
Analysis - As councils struggle with inadequate infrastructure and unsustainable costs, NZ will be hearing more about the potential solution offered by…
Red flags to watch for in your AI chatbot 'friend'
Analysis - Research shows having an AI friend can be helpful for some people. But will it be helpful for you?