Radio Nz
Old tubing likely cause of Pike River mine re-entry delay
As Pike River families gathered at the mine's entrance today, the recovery agency's boss revealed years-old tubing was likely responsible for the delay in re-entry. Logan Church reports from… Video, Audio
Christchurch mosque attacks: 'Where is Victim Support?'
People too traumatised by the Christchurch mosque attacks to work want to know why Victim Support is holding onto millions donated to Christchurch's Muslim community. Video, Audio
Phil O’Reilly: Welfare recommendations ‘transformational’
Former Business NZ chief executive Phil O'Reilly was one of 11 members in Welfare Expert Advisory Group. He told Lisa Owen the recommendations in the report are transformational - and should be… Video, Audio
Welfare changes - More rhetoric than action?
An expert advisory group has made 42 recommendations for welfare reform, including scrapping most sanctions, increasing benefits by up to 47 percent and increasing the amount of money beneficiaries… Video, Audio
Sport: Tonga's Pita Taufatofua targets third Olympic sport
Tonga's Pita Taufatofua has represented his country at the Olympics in taekwando and cross-country skiing, and how he's taking up kayaking - a decision he says is as much about the planet as it is… Audio
Teenager details teacher’s alleged sexual abuse
A teenage boy claims he woke up to find a former teacher touching his groin, in a closed room on their own. Benjamin Christopher Missi Swann, known as Benjy, is on trial at the High Court in Auckland… Audio
Firefighter denied residency despite strong local support
Volunteer firefighter Steve Webster, who helped battle the Nelson bush fires, has been denied residency - despite over 50,000 people signing a petition for him to stay. Audio
Could the parent category visa make a return?
There are hopes the moratorium on a visa that allows parents of migrants to live in New Zealand will be lifted, as Immigration New Zealand appears to dispel some misconceptions about its impact. Audio
Kiwibuild interviews not worth Housing Ministry CEO’s time – minister
Housing Minister Phil Twyford says he doubts it's worth the time of the Housing Ministry to front up and answer media questions about the beleaguered Kiwibuild programme, when it relates to "minor… Audio
Average Auckland house price drops $100,000 over three years
House prices have cooled off significantly in Auckland but are yet to drop to a level where homeowners could find themselves saddled with more debt than their properties are worth. Audio
Do these footprints belong to the Yeti?
Mountaineers from the Indian army on a expedition in Nepal have found mysterious large footprints in the snow that they think belong to the Yeti, a.k.a. the abominable snowman. Lauren Anthony reports.
…Man-Up director: No independent proof it works, but welcomes audit
The head of Destiny Church's Man-Up programme admits there is zero independent proof that it works, but he says he'll open the door to outside scrutiny if it helps the course get into New Zealand… Video, Audio
Evening Business for Wednesday 1st May
News from the business sector, including a market report. Video, Audio
Man appears in court after suspected bomb found at Christchurch property
Police say there are no known links between a man who is facing six weapons-related charges and the Christchurch mosque attacks. The man appeared in court today after a package with a suspected bomb… Video, Audio
Chickens dying on so-called 'free-range' farm
Newly-released footage of dead and dying chickens on a so-called 'free-range' farm has angered animal rights activists and prompted calls for an investigation. Warning, if you're watching, some of the… Video, Audio
Heightened security at mosques as Ramadan begins
A former New Zealand Army Major is helping to boost security measures at mosques across the country, as Muslims prepare for the holiest month in their calendar. Audio
Toutai Kefu: I stand by Israel Folau '100 percent'
Former Wallabies player and current Coach of Tonga, Toutai Kefu, says he stands by Israel Folau "100 percent" but says he chose the wrong platform to express his Christian faith. He spoke with Alex… Video, Audio
Comanchero members plead not guilty
Four men arrested after big police raids on the Comanchero Motorcycle Gang can now be named after they denied a raft of charges including money laundering and organised crime. Audio
Proposed drug laws ‘go too far’ – Police Association
The government is being accused of trying to slip through a law change that some say would essentially decriminalise the possession of class A drugs. The Police Association says changes may be aimed… Video, Audio
Headmaster of prestigious Scots College accused of making 'sexist' remark
The headmaster of a private boys school in Wellington has been accused of making sexist comments for telling girls they "won't be allowed to sit at the back of the classroom painting their nails" when… Audio
