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New Zealand singer Daphne Walker has died
The singer was best known for songs likes 'Haere Mai (Everything is Ka Pai)' popular in the 1950s.
How do we safely prepare chicken?
How long should your chicken be on the barbecue for? And is the chopping board good to go after rinsing with just hot water?
The Pre-Panel for 17 July 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest to preview this evening's marlarky. Audio
Find out why your KiwiSaver Statement is a must read
It's that time of the year when your KiwiSaver annual statement comes out. Mary Holm explains why you should read it! Audio
A-Z of Aotearoa: The Evolution of Dairies
In today's installment of A-Z of Aotearoa, we're talking about the humble New Zealand dairy. Audio
After BASE jump goes wrong, widow returns to where her husband died
Kiwi Shayni Couch lost her husband while pregnant. A new documentary follows her journey to return to the site where he died.
What can you do if someone is secretly filming you?
It's unclear how often people are recorded without their consent in intimate situations and settings, but advances in digital cameras are likely making it more common.
Who was the tattoo artist in Lorde's music video?
The last time Aucklander Alma Proença did a tattoo for the pop star, she ended up with a collection of red lines on her own leg just to perfect it.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 16th July 2025
In today's episode, the Waikato District Council is investigating a road that locals call the "rollercoaster" after a woman and two children were killed in a crash on Tuesday; New Zealanders are once… Audio
Waikato District mayor on deadly crash in Waiuku
The Waikato District Council is investigating a road that locals call the "rollercoaster" after a woman and two children were killed in a crash on Tuesday. Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church spoke… Audio
Kiwi couple the first over-70s Hyrox world champions
Sophia and Bob Warren started training for the endurance event just weeks before their first competition. They've now done it three times, including a spin at the World Champs in Chicago.
What does Auckland need to do to regain its mojo?
The third annual State of the City report shows New Zealand's biggest city is lagging behind its international peers. Todd Niall has been an Auckland issues reporter for decades and joins Emile… Audio
The Panel Plus
An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then he is joined by design historian Michael Smythe for another one of his 'Kiwi… Audio
The Panel with Aimie Hines and Tim Batt Part 2
Imagine that instead of your taxes disappearing into the maw of the government, they go straight into your savings account to pay for insurance and heath costs. The Panel hears from one economics… Audio
The Panel with Aimie Hines and Tim Batt Part 1
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Tim Batt. Last night Tasman resident Rose Renton told the story of her home being caught in two floods. Could dredging of… Audio
The Pre-Panel for 15 July 2025
Jesse Mulligan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest to preview this evening's marlarky. Audio
Steve Braunias: Inside the Polkinghorne trial
For eight weeks Steve Braunias was at the High Court writing a diary on the Polkinghorne trail and has now published a book about the notorious case.
Weather reporting and why climate change hasn't been mentioned
As you've seen across the news, the Nelson and Tasman Districts have been hammered with adverse weather. Homes flooded, properties ruined, and livelihoods turned upside down. There have been lots of… Audio
Keeping kids warm: Are they actually okay without a coat?
Why is it such a battle to get kids to put on warm clothing? In the middle of winter? We talk to the Parenting Place to find out if it's actually okay to let them go out without a coat on. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 15th July 2025
In today's episode, a man in his 80s has been taken to hospital after being trapped in his campervan when it was blown over in a reported tornado in Northland; The owner of New World and Pak'nSave… Audio
