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Nearly six years after the deadly eruption on Whakaari White Island, the first phase of a coronial inquiry into the disaster is underway, with witness statements beginning today. RNZ reporter Amy Williams spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Tokoroa residents say they are worried what will happen to their town after it was confirmed today 119 jobs will be lost at its plywood manufacturing plant. It is just the latest blow to the south Waikato town with its paper mill closing down in June taking 150 jobs with it. Carter holt harvey which run the plywood plant, met with workers this afternoon to discuss the future of the business. An E Tu Union delegate has confirmed to RNZ that they have decided to close in early November, with 119 workers to lose their jobs. A handful of workers will be kept on to process imported timber.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Send Us A Message! Let us know what you think.Topic #1:  NZ Herald 25th of September- First-home buyers' 10-year, $260,000 rent bill to save depositTopic #2: Oneroof.co.nz 24th of September - Tony Alexander: Why rents are falling and what it means for landlords and tenantsTopic #3: RNZ 25th of September - International students join growing number of rough sleepers in Auckland, advocate saysTopic #4: 1News 25th of September - Is it worth fixing your home loan for longer?Topic #5: NZ Adviser 25th of September -GST at 32 percent, pension age of 72 among Treasury solutions to financial crunch#AucklandHomelessness #InternationalStudents #NZFinance #GSTIncrease #PensionAge #RoughSleeping #FinancialNews #RNZUpdate #NewZealandPodcast #EconomicSolutionsSupport the show*Nothing from this episode should be taken as individual financial advice. *Property Advice Group Limited trading as Property Apprentice has been granted a FULL Licence with the Financial Markets Authority of New Zealand. (FSP Number: FSP157564) Debbie Roberts | Financial Adviser (FSP221305) For our Public disclosure statement please go to our website or you may request a copy free of charge.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Bad news about the economy piling up - and piling pressure on the politicians in charge of it. But are the media shining light in the right places? Also - Trump vs Kimmel and free speech, two stalwarts of TV current affairs promising to tackle taboo topics to increase the peace, not polarisation. Read more about this episode of Mediawatch on the RNZ websiteIn this episode:1:04 A long look at how bad news about the economy has been piling up and piling pressure on the politicians in charge - even as things might actually be on the up and the long-term problems are being overlooked.15:36 Trump and MAGA and FCC v Kimmel and the media and free speech.19:10 Two stalwarts of TVNZ current affairs - Miriama Kamo and Mark Crysell are back with new online show - The Elephant - promising to tackle taboo topics but without grievance that's often found online.Learn more: Mediawatch: Long-term problems, short-term coverage | RNZ NewsGuests: Mark Crysell, Miriama KamoIf you have any thoughts for us - or ideas for us to follow up - get in touch. E-mail mediawatch@rnz.co.nz. You'll also find us @MediawatchNZ on X.Follow Mediawatch and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any podcast app to make sure you never miss an episode.Find more RNZ Podcasts at the new section of the RNZ website at rnz.co.nz/podcastsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

New Zealand's decision on whether to recognise a Palestinian state is being revealed later this morning in a speech at the United Nations. Foreign minister Winston Peters is expected to give details in an address to the General Assembly in New York expected from around 10.30am - of course we'll keep you across it here on RNZ. It comes on the heels of a tumultuous week in the US, following President Trump's comments to the UN and on autism, the memorial to Charlie Kirk and yesterday's indictment of former FBI director James Comey. US correspondent Mitch McCann joins Susie live with the latest from New York.

RNZ executive editor Jeremy Rees reads and reviews every book shortlisted. He spoke to Jesse.

Need a nature fix? RNZ now has a podcast feed dedicated to our beautifully produced series telling stories from te taiao nature. Check out the Wild Sounds feed – now playing Voices from Antarctica, featuring Alison Ballance reporting from the frozen deep south.Find and follow Wild Sounds on your favourite podcast platform, or listen on RNZGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

An internal email seen by RNZ shows ACC is reviewing its work from home policy. Director of People at Skills Group and an expert in employment trends Jane Kennelly spoke to Alexa Cook.

Libby reports on Waikato's regional scorecard, the fate of Tokoroa's polytech and proposals to close Tokoroa's plywood factory. Libby McLeod is RNZ's Waikato reporter

There's troubling signs New Zealand footballers are being targeted by international match fixers. An RNZ investigation has revealed more than $200 million was wagered on New Zealand's national league last season through overseas bookies, raising alarm bells for sport integrity experts. Officials warn with a surge in betting activity comes the increased risk of match fixing and corruption. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Trump's aggression puts media on the back foot; good news for RNZ on public trust - and for TVNZ after a spot check for bias; blowback for the Black Ferns after lack of coverage claims; local current affairs and drama back on TV Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

It's been 30 years since Mt Ruapehu erupted in 1995, a major event that captured the county's attention. RNZ journalist Stephen Parker spoke to Corin Dann.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Hawkes Bay orchardists are pulling out their peach trees after Wattie's told them it's shrinking production of the canned fruitA gap in production in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle allowed Chinese canned peaches to get a perch in the market - now they're undercutting the local offering and are here to stayGuests:Andrew Bevin - Newsroom business reporterGary Hamilton-Irvine - Hawke's Bay Today multi-media journalistLearn more:Discussion about peaches on RNZ's The PanelAndrew Bevin's story in NewsroomFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Documents released to RNZ under the Official Information Act reveal disgraced Former Deputy Police Commissioner Jeveon McSkimming instigated changes to gun licence vetting rules, after being contacted by an aquaintance who was worried about losing his guns. National Crime Correspondent Sam Sherwood spoke to Corin Dann.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Glen Kyne rejoins The Fold to smash through six of the biggest stories in media, all in six minutes or less (at least in theory). Kyne and Duncan Greive discuss the much larger shareholding Jim Grenon has in NZME, continuing drama for RNZ, the end of the NZFC-NZOA merger, a potential breakup of Mediaworks, a standoff between Stuff the the Police – and the new global media behemoth being built by the Ellisons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freestyle skiers and snowboarders have been carving out a name for themselves around Queenstown and Wānaka, in a push for selection for next year's Winter Olympics in Milan. RNZ's Katie Todd has more.

Let's catch up with what's been going on around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

A Porirua community group says members are saving money for the first time and breaking free from devastating cycles of debt by creating their own pool of savings and interest-free loans. It's a model that's been operating for decades, but may be getting more common as daily life gets more expensive. Ellen O'Dwyer reports as part of Pinch Point - an ongoing RNZ series about living with the cost of living.

On todays show... discusses the latest RNZ poll, which shows a hung parliament with a 60-60 deadlock. Garner highlights the growing influence of Chris Bishop from the National Party, emphasizing his bold speech in Parliament where he called the Māori Party and Greens 'clowns and racists' Get in touch with Duncan - duncan@rova.nz and join us on the socials. Website: https://www.rova.nz/podcasts/duncan-garner-editor-in-chief-live Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time to catch up on what's happening overseas with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

RNZ sports whiz Jamie Wall joins Emile Donovan to discuss an enormous weekend in sport.

Time to catch up on what's happening overseas with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

After fugitive father Tom Phillips' violent death, media made judgements about the public interest, the interests of the children - and what interested the public. Also: Te Pāti Māori seems to be disengaging from non-Maori media - and an ex-RNZer pioneering automated news to boost newsrooms. SHOW NOTESRead more about this episode of Mediawatch on the RNZ websiteIn this episode:0:00: After the hunt for Tom Phillips came to a violent and deadly end this week, the media had to make quick judgments about what was in the public interest, the interests of the children and the public appetite for details.0:00 Te Pāti Māori won the Tamaki Makarau by-election with a candidate who made a name for herself as a TV journalist, but has distanced itself from non-Māori media during and after the campaign. It's also criticised the conduct of unnamed reporters - and made claims of other bad behaviour, but failed to back it up.0:00 AI doesn't have a great reputation yet for getting it right, but ex-RNZer Peter Fowler who's pioneering automated news powered by AI reckons it can be a force for good - or even survival in smaller New Zealand newsrooms.Learn more:Guests: Peter FowlerIf you have any thoughts for us - or ideas for us to follow up - get in touch. E-mail mediawatch@rnz.co.nz. You'll also find us @MediawatchNZ on X.Follow Mediawatch and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any podcast app to make sure you never miss an episode.Find more RNZ Podcasts at the new section of the RNZ website at rnz.co.nz/podcastsGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

After 17 years Country Life's South Island producer is signing off from RNZ. Cosmo Kentish-Barnes' farewell feature is a rich tapestry of voices and stories, woven from some of the 600 recordings he's captured, edited and shared with listeners over the years. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.With best wishes and huge thanks to:Cosmo Kentish-BarnesGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

There were plenty of political attacks flying around New Zealand First's annual general meeting last weekend and it's government partners weren't spared from some friendly fire. Roughly one year out from the election, government parties are making a real effort to differentiate themselves for votes. RNZ political reporter Russell Palmer examines how this is going and what impact it might have on coalition relationships. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

RNZ can reveal Netball New Zealand's shock decision to stand down Silver Ferns coach Noeline Taurua came after several players raised allegations the environment had become "psychologically unsafe". The allegations prompted an independent review, which highlighted "significant issues" within the programme. Taurua is understood to have rejected the findings, prompting a months-long stand-off between the national body and the Silver Ferns coaching staff. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.

Te Pati Maori has met with an anti-racism group as the party figures out how to best respond to the latest racially charged outburst from MP Takuta Ferris. Mr Ferris criticised Labour for having "Indians, Asians, Black and Pakeha" campaigning for its candidate Peeni Henare in the Tamaki Makaurau by-election. RNZ political reporter Annneke Smith spoke to Corin Dann.

Some Wellington homeowners face being hundreds of thousands of dollars out of pocket trying to sell up after buying homes at the peak of the market a few years ago. The latest property data shows home values in the capital have dropped by as much as 30-percent, since the heights of January 2022. RNZ's Mary Argue has more.

Time to catch up on what's happening overseas with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

The Warriors face the four time defending champion Panthers at Mt Smart this weekend as the playoffs get underway, with the game coinciding with the All Blacks second test against the Springboks. One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and former All Black captain Taine Randell joined RNZ's Friday sports panel.

Jesse is joined by Jeremy Parkinson, the Executive Producer of RNZ's First Up.

Police at the highest levels are on the ground following the fatal shooting yesterday of Tom Phillips, the serious injury to a police officer, and the return of the child who have been missing for nearly four years. RNZ reporter Kate Green is in Hamilton.

RNZ can reveal Northland College has taken the first steps to becoming a charter school and is the first state school to publicly declare its hand. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports.

Sealord is proposing to close part of its operation in Nelson Tasman, making almost 80 workers redundant. The closure would affect the coated factory but not Sealord's deep sea fishing operations. RNZ reporter Tim Brown spoke to Lisa Owen.

A helping hand from the Bank of Mum and Dad can leave first-home buyers more than $1 million better off in retirement. RNZ and Simplicity economist Shamubeel Eaqub ran the numbers comparing the outlook for a young person whose parents could give them $100,000 to help buy a house, to that of someone who had to save their full deposit themselves. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Lisa Owen.

Film and TV reviewer Perlina Lau joins Kathryn to talk about the second season of The Buccaneers (Apple TV), which features a group of young American women who take on the London aristocracy in the 1870s - one for lovers of The Gilded Age and Bridgerton. Little Disasters (TVNZ) stars Diane Kruger as a mother whose best friend and A+E nurse calls social services on her over her baby's head injury. And The Roses is a satirical black comedy starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Coleman - but does it measure up to the 1989 film The War of the Roses? Perlina Lau is co-host of RNZ's Culture 101 programme

We're returning to Genovia after seven years away to look at the romance of Garry Marshall's 2004 Disney sequel The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement! Join in as we discuss the career of screenwriter Shonda Rhimes, the long development of Princess Diaries 3, the odd CGI plane, and a lot about the Genovian government. Plus: Who would want a remote control closet? Why is Genovia's anthem so similar to Canada's? Why didn't PD3 happen sooner? And, most importantly, why does Genovia have so many orphans? Make sure to rate, review, and subscribe! Next week: Juno (2007)----------------------------------------------------Key sources and links for this episode:"Anne Hathaway: The Reluctant Princess" (The Independent)"Anne Hathaway on Ella Enchanted and Her Princess Roles" (ThoughtCo)"Julie Andrews to Sing in Diaries 2" (LA Times)"John Rhys-Davies on Gimli, Brexit, and Rural Hell" (RNZ)"The Most Popular Wine Glass in the Country has Scandal to Thank" (VinePair)"Cash Rules Everything about Ellen Pompeo Staying on Grey's Anatomy" (Vulture)"Irish Wish is a Crypto-Fascist, AI-Generated Harbinger of Doom" (Vulture)

Takahē were believed to be extinct not once, but twice. Today their population is just over 500 – still not a huge number, but big enough that new homes are needed for these flightless manu. The latest area to welcome takahē is the upper Whakatipu – in particular, the stunning Rees Valley. But threats remain and keeping on top of predator numbers is key for this comeback bird to survive and thrive in their new home.Sign up to the Our Changing World monthly newsletter for episode backstories, science analysis and more.Guests:Chrissy Becker-Fifield, Southern Lakes Sanctuary.Additional thanks to Glen Greaves of DOC's takahē recovery programme for background information.Also mentioned: the Routeburn Dart Wildlife Trust.Learn more:Read this episode's article: Backcountry takahē make a comeback.November 2023 marked the 75th anniversary of the second time takahē were ‘rediscovered'. We spoke to Alison Ballance about her book about takahē, and her years of reporting on these birds. RNZ reported on DOC's efforts to catch the stoat culprits that killed a number of takahē in the Greenstone valley.After decades of careful monitoring, DOC are stepping back from the Murchison Mountain's population of takahē.Takahē have been spotted by trampers around the Shelter Rock hut deep in the Rees valley.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Consumer confidence has fallen to a 10-month low as the high cost of living and weak housing and labour markets continue to have an impact. The ANZ-Roy Morgan survey on Friday also revealed consumers' perceptions of their personal financial situations had fallen to their lowest level since October 2023. Financial mentors say the cost of living is particularly concerning for those on fixed incomes like pensioners. This week an RNZ survey showed even retirees who have paid off their homes are struggling as rates and insurance costs increase. Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson joins Susie Ferguson from Wellington.

The resignation of the Reserve Bank chair Neil Quigley was announced by Finance Minister Nicola Willis last night as happening with "immediate effect". It came after months of close scrutiny over his handling of Adrian Orr's resignation as Governor. Quigley described Orr's resignation, in early March, as a "personal decision" but a series of revelations followed that cast doubt on that. Minister Willis declined to be interviewed on Saturday Morning but in a pre-recorded interview to RNZ last night she said "Mr Quigley chose to tend his resignation. If he had not offered his resignation, I would have asked him for it." RNZ Business Editor Gyles Beckford has the latest.

NZ Fashion week finishes today in Auckland. Having had a tough few years, there's a sense the fashion world in New Zealand is banding together, even seeing the return of one of its big global stars - alongside some surprising new ones! RNZ's lifestyle and entertainment reporter Serena Soloman speaks to MIhi about the catwalk debut of several greyhounds.