RNZ: The Panel

In part two, large parts of Christchurch city are filled with brand new townhouses devoid of any tenants. Nearly 500 dwellings were built in the area in the last year, but only 50 people have moved in. City councillor Nathaniel Herz Jardine unpacks the issue. Then, an Otago group tackling the spread of Sycamore trees have been awarded over $50,000 to continue their work. Joining the show is Jennie Wagner-Gorton, the biodiversity coordinator for Open Valley Urban Sanctuary.

First up, the Opportunity Party says that it wants to clean up politics by regulating lobbying and capping donations. How realistic are those changes? Transparency International New Zealand chief executive Julie Haggie explains. Then, an ongoing trial allowing cars on Queen Street between 7pm and 7am could dampen the incoming benefits of the incoming City Rail Link, according to transport advocates. But that's not the view of Steve Bielby, who's renovating the St James Theatre - he wants the cars to stay.

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, swiping fatigue is in, more and more people are avoiding dating apps and going for the face-to-face matching option. Elise Dalrymple-Keast is owner of premium matchmaking service Compatico. Then, Corey Welch has made the switch from "truckie" to "fridgie" - and is preparing to graduate from his four-year apprenticeship at the age of 51. He tells the panel that it's never too late to switch careers.

First up, a gondola network to help reduce traffic congestion is being investigated by Queenstown. If re-elected National would allow a gondola project to receive public transport funding. The panel hears from Garreth Hayman, CEO of ropeway company Doppelmayr New Zealand. Then, the Kelburn Residents' Association is campaigning against telecommunications company Spark's proposal to build a 14.5m cell tower and equipment cabinets on a footpath in the centre of their leafy village. Sarah Wilcox, coordinator of the Kelburn Conservation Network joins the panel to discuss her issues with the project.

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: everyone's been hit by sea gull poop; imagine that times 100. That's what is hitting local businesses in Silverdale due to a massive flock of sea gulls descending on the area. Silverdale Panel Beaters Nick Smith has had a gutsful.

In part two, it's a busy evening and you need an easy go-to for dinner. So you allow your hungry teens to fire up Uber Eats. And suddenly an order of two pizzas, turns into an eyewatering 183 dollar bill. That happened to Katie Wesney, a financial advisor who says it's too easy to spend money via credit card. She explains how to put some guard rails in place. Then, every Tuesday morning 'The Good Cafe' meets at Taranaki Cathedral vicarage. A place for delicious breakfast, connection and belonging - all while supporting local causes. Jen Smart is the out going manager and is passionate about the Cafe's outreach.

First up, independent analysis from Tim Watkin around the fallout from the National party's leadership challenge. Where does National go from here? Then, the story of the family social support service, Homebuilders. Based in Walkworth and after 37 years it is closing due to 60 percent of its government funding being pulled.

Wallace Chapman and Perlina Lau 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 Andrea Vance, Chris Carter and Corin Dann. Tonight on The Whip we look at the continuing saga of Christopher Luxon's leadership of the National Party, he's survived another challenge, but can the party reconstruct itself leading into the election? Then, the Whip looks at the latest polls and what they say about where the vote will go. Wallace and the panellists also discuss Chris Hipkin's ruling out of NZ First as a governing partner and, apparently, not ruling out Opportunity. Then, Stuart Nash says he thought Chris Findayson was a friend, Findlayson says that's not the case? How do you work out who is actually a friend in politics?

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: linguist Rory O'Sullivan joins Wallace to discuss the phenomena of 'semantic bleaching' - where words or phrases are used in a completely different or 'wrong' way to what you're used to or grew up with.

In part two, we are off to Wellington where people are digesting different water bills as management comes under the new outfit, Tiaki Wai. But while a heftier price tag was expected, it's the change to billing periods that is proving a nasty surprise for some. Wellingtonian James Nokise joins the panel to describe the contents of his water bill. Then, four thousand students roam the halls of Auckland's Rangitoto College. it's the nation's largest school. The panel asks principal Greg thornton what's it like working in a school with the population of Raglan.

First up, former Labour leader Phil Goff and the panel discuss the fallout from the three-and-a-half-hour National party caucus meeting that saw Christopher Luxon emerge with his job still intact. Then, The Press has reported on the story of an ED nurse with twenty years of experience at Christchurch Hospital has called it quits, after reaching breaking point with patients regularly being seen in corridors. Anne Daniels is the president of the New Zealand Nurses Organisation, and an ED nurse at Dunedin Hospital. She describes what's happening in the country's emergency departments.

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: award winning fashion writer Emma Gleason returns with a look at puffer jackets. Hate them or love them, they're here to stay.

In part two, Waitomo District Mayor John Robertson joins the panel to explain why they don't want a super city after amalgamation talks have been going on up and down the country. Instead, he wants a King Country Council. Then, Charles Reynolds has spent 26 years building a model replica of the HMB Endeavour - Captain James Cook's famous vessel. He built all the tiny rigging, the tiny planks and the tiny nails. How did he do it? Charles explains to the panel his obsession.

First up, Christopher Luxon has called for an 'urgent in-person" caucus meeting to stamp out speculation about his leadership. The Prime Minister went to social media to announce the stare down saying media reports about the potential end of his role as leader of the National Party were distractions that need to be "resolved quickly". The panel talks to Dr Michael Swanson from Otago University about what this may mean for National's election campaign. Then, a new group says a creeping acceleration toward privatisation should be resisted. Public futures Aotearoa is a coalition of unions, community groups and researchers and they support keeping assets and services under public ownership and control. The panel and Public Futures Aotearoa researcher and spokesperson Edward Miller discuss the issue.

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: the topic of feces can conjure a mix of disgust and hilarity in people, but new research suggests that it's evolution may have helped fuel the Cambrian explosion - and could be the reason that we're here today. Flinders University Palaebiology researcher Russell Bicknell explains.

In part two, some Lower Hutt residents are seething about the introduction of paid parking on their street, with just two weeks' warning. Then, the pipes are blasting in Scotland, where bands from around the world are competing in the International Highland Games. Callum Gilchrist of the Nelson Celtic Pipe Band gives an update from afar.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Chris Clarke and Georgie Stylianou. First up, the National Party's new rules for fiscal responsibility have come under quick criticism from some, including economist Cameron Bagrie. Then, demand is increasing for faith-based schools. What's driving the rise? NZ Catholic Education Office chief executive Kevin Shore shares his reckons.

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.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Marian Hobbs and Ben Thomas. First up, Christopher Luxon spooked his colleagues yesterday by announcing a referendum on MMP if elected. Massey University Politics Professor Richard Shaw shares his analysis. Then, major infrastructure projects that suffer from the stop-start effect of politics have lead to the waste $17.6b, according to Engineering New Zealand.

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: group singing isn't everyone's cup of tea,, but it certainly hits the right note for anyone living with a brain condition. Alison Talmage is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Music Therapy at the University of Auckland and has been running a neurological choir for nearly 20 years. She explains the group's joys and benefits.

In part two, the air around the controversial sale of the TSB Bank is heating up as opponents prepare a plan to stop the bid. Aorangi Bobbie Matsuda is a member of the Taranaki Community Accountability Society executive, and he explains the group's hopes to stop the sale. Then, radio host to firefighter isn't a typical career path, but that's what Andy George from Lincoln has done.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Alan McElroy. First up, power prices have overtaken housing as New Zealander's biggest financial concerns, according to a new report from Consumer NZ. Then, it's official: Auckland's City Rail Link will open on September 13th. Greater Auckland director Patrick Reynolds joins the show.

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 Jenna Lynch, Poto Williams and Grant Duncan. Winston Peters faces the heat over "racist" comments made in Parliament, Christopher Luxon gets scoffed at for an apology he made, and how are voter enrollments tracking with an earlier deadline this election?

An extra half hour of The Panel with Wallace Chapman, where to begin, he's joined by Nights host Emile Donovan. Then: round two of Museum Show and Tell brings in Abe Gray of the Whakamana Cannabis Museum. He presents all 35 strains of legally available medical cannabis, and a fascinating LEGO display.

In part two, Taranaki went big on implementing drinking fountains at playgrounds, and new research says this has been a win for public health. Then, a local primary school is capturing national attention with their unique integration of AI. Principal of Rotokawa School, Regan Williams, explains.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Rajorshi Chakraborti and Heather Roy. First up, unemployment hits an 11-year high, with 5.6% of the working population locked out of paid employment. Council of Trade Unions president Sandra Grey unpacks what it's like out there. Then, the clock is ticking on the deadline for council to submit their plans to merge. Local government commentator Stefan Speller predicts what the RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop might see in his inbox come midnight on Sunday?

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: they say good things take time, but research has long suggested that humans aren't so good at delayed gratification. But now, Auckland University of Technology researchers have found that practicing mindfulness can make the wait easier, and even enjoyable. Resident psychology professor Micah Goldwater takes a look.

In part two, with 10% of Creative NZ funding being awarded to South Island-based creatives, some believe a North Island bias is at play. Then, a river conservation group based in Geraldine is getting creative for their next fundraiser, by putting on a ceilidh.

Tonight, on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Andie McCombs and Jo McCarroll. First up, a quick check-in on a snowy day in Dunedin with local photographer Stevo. Then, Christopher Luxon's comments to businesses about a "parent-child mentality" with government are still reverberating - even after an apology. And off the back of a stellar Commonwealth Games performance, the future of the Silver Ferns is up in the air. Sports editor Suzanne McFadden 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: 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.