Phil Pennington
CYF manager admits agency failed in Southland toddler death
RNZ News obtains a secret recording in which a Child Youth and Family manager admits the agency failed multiple times when it sent a Southland toddler back into a P-using household where he died. Audio
Aunt of dead toddler speaks out about CYF's role in his death
The aunt of a toddler who died on Child Youth and Family's watch has released a recording she secretly made of a meeting with a CYF manager in which the agency acknowledges failings. Audio
Last ditch challenge derails detention phone ban
A last-minute court challenge has overturned a mobile phone ban for New Zealanders in Australian immigration detention centres. But a detainee in Perth fears they will ultimately lose the fight and… Audio
Quarries warn rising business costs may go higher
It's at its worst in Auckland with a tug of war between housing and industry for land. Phil Pennington has this report. Audio
Social workers sent toddler back to unsafe home
Phil Pennington reports on the death of a Southland toddler who was sent back to live in a meth amphetamine ridden home by social workers. Audio
No censure for quarry managers who fail crucial exam
Quarry managers who've failed a crucial exam are still running quarries five weeks on from a deadline imposed in the wake of the Pike River mine disaster. As Phil Pennington reports the industry says… Audio
Student marked for deportation asked to help in investigation
One of nine Indian students seeking sanctuary from government efforts to deport them deportation is being asked at the very same time to help with a government investigation into the Auckland school… Audio
Motorists employing ingenuity to avoid high fuel costs
Motorists are finding new ways to dodge high prices at the pump and discount cards are leading the way. Audio
Two government agenices arguing over student visas.
Phil Pennington discusses the case of Navneet Singh - an Indian student who is limbo while two government agencies argue over the status of his visa. Audio
Debate about shifting Marlborough salmon farms
Debate is heating up over the relocation of salmon farms in Marlborough Sounds as the axe hangs over the industry. Audio
Overhaul fish industry to guarantee jobs - union
The E Tu union is calling on the fisheries regulator to overhaul the industry to ensure three-quarters of jobs go to New Zealanders. Audio
Autistic boy told police of frequent abuse at school
A police investigation has found the use of a seclusion room at Sara Cohen special needs school was appropriate, despite evidence of abuse given by an autistic student. Audio
MPI data shows just four fish dumping prosecutions since 2009
New data released by MPI to RNZ News' reporter Phil Pennington shows far fewer fish dumping prosecutions than previously indicated by the Ministry. Audio
Corrections pays big hotel bills to cover for failed Serco
Tens of thousands of dollars of taxpayer money is being spent each week on housing Mt Eden prison guards at Auckland hotels. Phil Pennington reports. Audio
Corrections pays big hotel bills to cover for failed Serco
Tens of thousands of dollars of taxpayer money is being spent each week on housing Mt Eden prison guards at Auckland hotels. Phil Pennington reports. Audio
'We'd have had it' - isolated farmers question quake response
Farmers are questioning why the Civil Defence response left them ignored by the dozens of helicopters and planes that flew overhead for days after the Kaikoura quake. Audio
Clarence River cookbook shares recipes for recovery
Clarence River cookbook shares recipes for recovery. Audio
Inspector's report into inmate death shows more Serco failings
A report into the death of prisoner Nick Evans leaves his family wondering if they will ever find out what caused his death. Audio
Cut-off Clarence River familes feeling left out
People up the Clarence River are feeling forgotten two and a half weeks on from when the Kaikoura quake reshaped their valley and destroyed their bridge. "We've had no updates from the council or the… Audio
Clarence River cookbook shares recipes for recovery
A Clarence River rafting guide has launched a cookbook sharing local stories from before and after last month's earthquake. Audio
