Children
Kiwi Kid Comedians, Squeaky Sounds, and Cool to Kōrero
Play our world-famous-in-New-Zealand game 'What's That Sound?' and check out the youngest comedy talent in Aotearoa. Suzy has Cool to Kōrero, and what's up with Charlie the Crow? Audio
The story of the Polish refugees who found safety in New Zealand
Eighty years ago, 733 shaven-headed children arrived in New Zealand as refugees from Poland - now Pahīatua, their adopted home, is welcoming some back, along with their descendants. Video, Audio
Kiwi sets up schools to help undocumented children in Malaysia
Children growing up undocumented in Malaysia cannot go to school, or look forward to careers or getting their drivers licence, but schools set up by a Kiwi woman are helping.
Hinemoa Elder: Dear Moko
Child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr Hinemoa Elder, talks about her new book Dear Moko full of Māori proverbs for mokopuna and descendants of all ages. Audio
Police discover new information on Baby Ru case
New information has been recovered that police hope could help them pinpoint the killer of Baby Ru, who died a year ago.
Moana 2 and reo Māori adaptation out on same day
It means some tamariki will only know the film in reo Māori, which is exciting for singer and Moana voice-over actress Jaedyn Randell. Video, Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 23 October 2024
On today's episode, The Speaker of the House is investigating how an email complaining about Andrew Bayly's behaviour was received and later disappeared from a Labour MP's inbox. A Wellington City… Audio
The Panel with Deborah Hart and Richard Pamatatau (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Deborah Hart & Richard Pamatatau discuss the appointment of a Crown Observer to Wellington Council, David Seymores $3 lunch plans, and Darleen… Audio
Roblox a 'hunting ground' for child sex offenders
The warning comes as police say predators contact children through gaming platforms, then groom them to go into private chat rooms. Audio
Waka, Wishes, and Elephants!
Listen to Irene tell the awesome story of Rata & the Totara Tree, make a wish with young Archie, and hear six-year-old Hazel read her story about elephants - she sure knows a lot about pachyderms! Audio
Police release picture of girl missing from Manurewa
Police are searching for a missing 12-year-old girl, Franque, who was last seen in Manurewa.
Visiting 25 countries with two kids
Ella Ewens' family of four is travelling the world for a year to make some family memories and learn a lot too. Video, Audio
Three people in hospital after gas leak at early childhood centre
Two people were in serious condition after a reported gas leak.
Oranga Tamariki funding decisions under Auditor-General's spotlight
Earlier this year, providers of programmes for children were given little notice their funding would be reduced or discontinued.
Lots of Laughs and Buried Treasure
There are jokes from a trio of young comedians. Nour talks about the book Who Took the Toilet Paper? by Amy Harrop, Suzy has Fun Facts, and the Little Yellow Digger finds something buried in the sand…… Audio
Court rules on whether boy stays in te reo school or not, amid parents’ clash
Decision on whether boy remains in full immersion te reo kura or goes to mainstream school decided by Family Court, after parents divided.
Govt failing NZ's most vulnerable says economist
An economist says the government is failing our most vulnerable people, with the country depending on the now struggling food bank industry. University of Auckland economist and founding member of… Audio
Missing Marokopa family: 'Stockholm syndrome' likely to affect children
A child psychologist says Tom Phillips' three children will be vulnerable and susceptible to anxiety after being isolated for three years.
'Trusted voices': Plunket bid to improve vaccination rates welcomed
Staff at Plunket will soon be trained to administer vaccines.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 9 October 2024
In today's episode, the Navy Search and Rescue boss is currently on the water deciding on the next steps for the sunken HMZNS Manawanui, Whanau Awhina Plunket workers will now be trained as… Audio
