RNZ: The Panel

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: New Zealand cleaned up at this year's Commonwealth Games, with 36 medals in total. Journalist and swimming writer Dave Crampton gives his assessment.

First up, what's the deal with the ACT Party's new policy giving teachers legal power to remove "persistently disruptive" students from the classroom? And NZ First wants New Zealanders to have more babies - so much so, that his party is proposing a financial boost for the first three kids a family has.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

In part two, Rotorua locals are rallying to save the city's Prince's Gate Archway before "irreversible" work is done to take it down. It has deteriorated to the point where it may no longer be able to safely remain in place in its current state. Then, Pauline Gilroy in Tai Rawhiti has seamlessly blended Line dancing and kapa haka. How and why? the panel finds out.

First up, former prime Minister Helen Clark says Winston Peters is inviting a sacking after he told Green MP Lawrence Xu-Nan to "go back to your own country" during a debate in Parliament. Political commentator Michael Swanson joins the panel to discuss if Peters has gone too far this time and what the options are for Christopher Luxon. Then, New Zealand's super and KiwiSaver settings have been on the pre-election stage from across the political spectrum. But a KiwiSaver lobby group is calling for bigger promises/changes. One of which, is putting to bed a loophole which enables businesses to opt out of employee contributions. Kirk Hope, chief executive of the Financial Services Council NZ explains to the panel why this loophole needs to be obliterated.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Andy Burnham has been in the job of the UK Prime Minister for one week. What have we learned? Martin Far, Senior Lecturer in Contemporary British History at Newcastle University discusses what the new PM went and what's to come.

In part two, a $80 shirt being sold to support Wellington Central MP Tamatha Paul's re-election bid has been pulled off the Green party website and the shelves. The issue is around the "Tametallica Tee" stylised in a way that looks very similar to hard rock band Metallica's logo. Could this be a legal issue, or is it a bit of fun? IP Lawyer Kate Duckworth joins the panel to discuss. Then, St Michael's Church School in Christchurch has marked its 175th anniversary. We talk to former pupil John Hobson who has a long history with the school.

First up, all your questions about the rewrite of the Holidays Act will be answered by David Jenkins, chief executive of the New Zealand Payroll Practitioners Association. The revamp will see more focus on accrual of leave by hours and days, rather than in yearly chunks. There seems to be pros and cons for workers, but how are employers going to cope with implementing it? Then, the government has decided not to create a fireworks ban. Fireworks retailers are rejoicing, some pointing out New Zealand is among the strictest countries in the world for regulation fireworks. Someone not celebrating is SPCA'S Senior Scientific Officer, Dr Alison Vaughan.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

Join Emile Donovan for New Zealand's most explosive 30 minutes of politics. He is joined by panellists Guyon Espiner, Holly Bennett and Tracey Martin. They discuss the latest with rising star Opportunity, including National's supposed plan to rule out working with them. Then, the Greens came out swinging at their AGM, calling for a moratorium on new consents for AI data centres. And the story that mystified a nation: an arrest of a man in Russia, accused of spying for New Zealand.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Emile Donovan, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susana Lei'ataua. Then, in-house linguist Rory O'Sullivan is back with another fascinating look at the wonders of human communication. Tonight, Spoonerisms: what are they, and how did they get that quirky name?

In part two, as a potential social media ban creeps closer, an Otago University media lecturer asks, is there a better option to protect young people from the harms of the internet? Then the panel wishes a happy birthday to a crêpe caravan in Wanaka which has been running for ten happy years.

Tonight, on The Panel, Emile Donovan is joined by panellists Verity Johnson and Mike Yardley. First up, bird flu has finally arrived in New Zealand, and with it, some quickly circulating conspiracy theories about it. Disinformation expert Sanjana Hattotuwa explains. Then, the Manawatu Harness Racing Club is one of seven race tracks facing potential closure in a proposal from industry bodies. Club president Dan Lynch makes the case for staying open.

Emile Donovan and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Emile will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Emile Donovan, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Susanna. Then: A mysterious story broke today, about man has being arrested in Russia over accusations of spying for New Zealand. Waikato University Law Professor Alexander Gillespie explains what's really going on here.

In part two, is there a regulation grey area when it comes to the treatment of people's pets at doggy daycares? NZ Animal Law Association president, Marcelo Rodrigues Ferrere thinks so. Then, two best mates who've been making films together for 20 years are finally getting their moment at this year's New Zealand International Film Festival.

Tonight, on The Panel, Emile Donovan is joined by panellists Peter Dunne and Deborah Hart. First up, an Auckland councillor wants the council to refuse to provide a venue for a Free Speech Union event, with concerns about 'controversy and division' promoted by it. Rob Cambpell is due to speak at it, and he joins the panel. Then, demand is surging at food banks across the motu, including at Wellington City Mission's social supermarket.

Emile Donovan and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Emile will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: Christopher Nolan's new film has turned heads with it's overwhelming scale and nearly three-hour run time, but it brings to mind a relatively open-ended question: who wrote the original poem?

The Panel with Mary Lambie and Michael Moynahan, Part 2 In part two, the price of registering a pet dog has jumped up for some Bay of Plenty locals, and one Papamoa resident says $154 is simply too high. Then, a Riverton cafe owner is attempting to put his town on the map with the world's longest cheese roll.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Mary Lambie and Michael Moynahan. First up, the Green Party is calling for a pause on progress for new big data centres, with concerns about the impact on the power grid and water quality. Then, are teachers and doctors losing the ability to self-regulate?

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

In part two, Porirua locals have won a fight with council to reinstate a fence around a playground near a body of water. Then, an old stone church in Motueka has been a hub of music and arts for decades - but its future is up in the air with the owners choosing to sell.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Anika Moa and Simon Wilson. First up, a Wellington high school student says $60 a week to get to school is too much, and she's calling for free public transport fares. But Greater Wellington Regional Council chair Daran Ponter says under the current constraints, it's just not feasible. Then, a Green Party Members Bill is aiming to tighten up the amount of food wasted by supermarkets.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: a lesser-known threat being posed by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. It's being called a 'bioinvasion super-spreader event' - the biosecurity risk from barnacles and algae growing on the hulls of stationary ships. Dr Ian Davidson explains.

In part two, there've been a decent number of local councillors going rogue in the last few terms - to the point where some elected officials and ratepayers are calling for disciplinary mechanisms. Then, a hobby during a tough time has turned into a passion and a side hustle. Ashleigh Hughes, a.k.a. The Wild Gardner, introduces the panel to her indoor garden.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Tim Wilson and Jo McCarroll. First up, in a whirlwind week for colourful political language, New Zealand First candidate Stuart Nash has resigned after calling a National MP lazy for taking maternity leave. So where is the line for what political figures can or can't say? Then, power prices have surged by 12 percent in the last year - Consumer NZ lead researcher Rebecca Styles explains why.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

Join Wallace for New Zealand's most explosive 30 minutes of politics. He is joined by panellists Maria Slade, Stephen Parker, and Lilian Hanly. They discuss the growing election issue of energy security, and how parties are trying to manage it, and then: the state of our political language. Are offensive remarks on the rise? After that, National party MPs have taken a low poll result on the chin, and finally, what's with all the party hopping in the lead-up to the election?

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then, it's the first in a series of Museum Show and Tell, where local museums present a couple of treasured items from their stores. Tonight, it's the Wahine Wheel, and Chesterfield sofa from a well-known restaurant.

In part two, love them or hate them, black swans are taking over the bays of East Auckland. And do you know how hear surgery works? Well, a new game will teach you, created by a surgeon who wanted his daughters to understand his job.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Zoe George and Mark Knoff-Thomas. First up, with New Zealand's national gender pay gap at 5.2%, a coalition of business leaders is calling on the elected government to knock it on the head. Then, how much does it cost to arrange a funeral?

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: these days, accessing therapy is as easy as a click of a button, if you're willing to regard an AI chatbot as a counsellor. But what are the risks? Joining to explain is Micah Goldwater, an associate professor in psychology at Sydney University.

In part two, a charity supporting young people into the workforce has changed lives, but it's at risk of shutting down. Youth Inspire's funding and relationship manager, Gemma Turney, explains.  Then, be honest: do you know exactly what should go in the recycling bin? Hamilton City Council is running workshops to get people up to speed.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Lizzie Marvelly and David Downs. First up, the news that bird flu had reached our shores last week has seen many chicken farmers locking down their chooks. John McKay of the Egg Producers Federation shares how things are looking for the industry. Then, in Northland, pre-school educators have become so concerned about young children's limited vocabularies that they've started a campaign: Talk with Children. Speech language therapist Gay Easterbrook explains.

Wallace Chapman and Jesse Mulligan star in the shortest show on radio, where they show they really can make something out of nothing, join them to be part of their delight, or to simply despair. Wallace will also preview what's on The Panel tonight.

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: After five weeks of rising nailbiting tension, its all over. Spain has won the World Cup. What does this mean for the evolution of the sport? University of Sydney sports historian Steve Georgakis shares his view.

In part two, pet ownership isn't as clear as you may expect under the law. Animal law specialist Ian Robertson explains. Then, a Dunedin holiday park owner is swooping in to save the local Weet-Bix TRYathlon, after the long-time sponsor left their region off the list.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Kanoa Lloyd and Ed McKnight. First up, the National Party is promising that if re-elected, it will modernise laws on sexual consent, saying there must be consent before sex every time. Advocate Louise Nicholas shares her reaction. Then, just how hard is the job market for graduates? The Panel catches up with Auckland University graduate Lucy Parsonson about the uphill battle she's fighting.