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Tech: French social media ban, Microsoft encryption sharing
29 Jan 2026Technology correspondent Mark Pesce joins Kathryn on the French parliament's backing of a social media ban for under 15s, following Australia's move - does that mean more countries will follow? Audio
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Around the motu: James Pocock, Editor of the Gisborne Herald
29 Jan 2026James discusses rescues at Te Aroroa during the recent flooding, a Swiss marathon runner's success after being stranded at the Waioweka Campground by slips and the 8 year old who was joint winner in a… Audio
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Book review: Three of the best from 2025
29 Jan 2026This Compulsion in Us by Tina Makereti published by Te Herenga Waka University Press, Overseas Experience by Nicola Andrew published by Aporo Press, and Clown Town by Mick Herron published by… Audio
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Heartbreak and joy: a New Zealand doctor's time in Nepal
What Was I Thinking is full of anecdotes from working and family life and is interwoven with his own poetry. Audio
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 29 January
This morning we spoke to our reporter at Mount Maunganui for an update on the recovery mission. There's confusion over changes to rules for people travelling to the UK. We were joined by the British… Audio
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UK: Starmer in China, another Tory defection,
29 Jan 2026UK correspondent Steph Spyro looks at what's at stake in PM Keir Starmer's visit to China, amid speculation about his future. Audio
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Community cycle group helps people get back on the bike
29 Jan 2026A community cycling initiative is helping Wellingtonians prepare for the opening of the final stretch of coastal cycle track Te Ara Tupua. Audio
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A major insurance company halts new policies in Westport
29 Jan 2026Experts are predicting AA Insurance's decision to temporarily stopped offering new home insurance policies in Westport could be the first on many. Audio
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Pushing back on Auckland's housing intensification plans
Ever since the plans for greater housing intensification in Auckland were revealed less that six months ago, there has been outrage. Audio
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Frank on a mission to find world's best flat white
29 Jan 2026A British man who goes by the name Flat White Frank is on a mission to find the best flat white in the world - and he is currently in New Zealand sampling the best brews we have to offer. Frank spoke… Audio
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Latest news from Australian Open
29 Jan 2026It's the second week of the Australian Open and while the tennis has been gripping, there's plenty of action off court too. Tennis Commentator Dave Worsley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Morning sports chat
29 Jan 2026An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Morning markets update
29 Jan 2026The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Call for scam protection to apply to online marketplaces
29 Jan 2026Consumer NZ is calling for scam protection to apply to online marketplaces, after a man lost $35,000 buying a car that turned out to be stolen. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid… Audio
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Family of man washed away in floods thank public
29 Jan 2026The family of 47-year-old Tekanimaeu Arobati, who was washed away in his vehicle during last week's severe weather has thanked all those who helped bring him home. Finn Blackwell spoke to his family. Audio
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Ambulance call outs reach highest level on record
29 Jan 2026Ambulance call outs reached their highest level on record last year, according to new data from Hato Hone St John. Its Deputy Chief Executive for Ambulance Operations, Daniel Ohs spoke to Ingrid… Audio
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CEO Interview: Todd Hunter, Turners Automotive Group
29 Jan 2026Despite a tough economic environment, things appear to be looking up at New Zealand's largest used car dealer, Turners Automotive Group. Chief executive Todd Hunter spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Wellington’s much loved Lola the Cat dies
29 Jan 2026A much-loved and famous three-legged cat from Wellington's Aro Valley has died, and tributes have been rolling in from far and wide. Krystal Gibbens reports on the death of Lola the Cat. Audio
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Update from NZTA on North Island roads
29 Jan 2026Last week's severe weather again wreaked havoc on roads around North Island. Slips and flooding have significantly damaged State Highway 35 on the East Coast, and State Highway 25 in Coromandel. NZTA… Audio
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Confusion over new British passport rules
29 Jan 2026The British High Commissioner to New Zealand has acknowledged new border rules may be confusing for some potential travellers. High Commissioner Iona Thomas spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Morning sports chat
29 Jan 2026An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Morning market update
29 Jan 2026The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Parents hit by growing cost of school uniforms
29 Jan 2026Depending on what school your child goes to, a full school uniform set - including shoes, blazer and PE uniform could set you back about $600. Westlake Boys High School headmaster Paul Fordham spoke… Audio
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Why 2026 might not be the year to sell your home
29 Jan 2026It might not be the year to sell your home, with economists scaling back their forecasts for house prices. ANZ senior economist Matthew Galt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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