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Newsable is all about what everyone’s talking about. Highbrow, lowbrow, exclusives, analysis and hot takes - it’s a fresh way to get up to speed on the day’s big stories, delivered in a uniquely Stuff way. Newsable brings you the news you need to know, when it happens.
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Paddy Gower: Why Seymour’s call to cut ministers is so good
How good is David Seymour’s call to cut what he describes as a bloated number of MPs pocketing easy money as highly paid ministers?
So good. There is so much waste at the top of government, and it's an insult to ordinary, hard-working Kiwis says Paddy Gower.
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Paddy Gower: Do the Tory Whanau haters actually realise what they have done?
Tory Whanau should be saluted for putting Wellington first and saving a no-doubt divisive and energy-sapping scrap for the mayoral race with Andrew Little, says TFN host Paddy Gower.
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Paddy Gower: Amanda Luxon has the answers to our divided society - and our politicians could learn from her
The Prime Minister’s wife has offered one of the best takes on the polarisation of politics that Paddy Gower has ever heard, revealing her to be incredibly down-to-earth, grounded, principled, and thoughtful.
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Special series: Love and hate - How Jacinda Ardern polarised the nation, part 5
In a five-part investigation, Stuff senior journalist Lloyd Burr is revisiting a fascinating, turbulent and tumultuous time in New Zealand politics to analyse Jacinda Ardern’s dramatic rise, her fall, and how the country fell out of love with her. All this week, the Newsable feed will carry full audio from extended interviews with key figures in her story. Today: Associate Professor of Leadership
Phil Goff interview: No regrets about Trump comment
In his first interview since being sacked as New Zealand's High Commissioner to the UK, Phil Goff tells Paula Penfold why he said what he did about US President Donald Trump, and why, even though it cost him his job, he has no regrets.
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Paddy Gower: The Government's America’s Cup decision is a $1.9 billion epic fail
Paddy Gower doesn’t really like yachting and doesn’t live in Auckland.
But he says the Government’s refusal to help fund hosting the America’s Cup is lame-o and suckful, lacks vision, and is actually quite depressing.
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Special series: Love and hate - How Jacinda Ardern polarised the nation, part 4
In a five-part investigation, Stuff senior journalist Lloyd Burr is revisiting a fascinating, turbulent and tumultuous time in New Zealand politics to analyse Jacinda Ardern’s dramatic rise, her fall, and how the country fell out of love with her. All this week, the Newsable feed will carry full audio from extended interviews with key figures in her story. Today: Former Chief Executive of the Empl
Special series: Love and hate - How Jacinda Ardern polarised the nation, part 3
In a five-part investigation, Stuff senior journalist Lloyd Burr is revisiting a fascinating, turbulent and tumultuous time in New Zealand politics to analyse Jacinda Ardern’s dramatic rise, her fall, and how the country fell out of love with her. All this week, the Newsable feed will carry full audio from extended interviews with key figures in her story. Today: Senior Political Correspondent Jen
Special series: Love and hate - How Jacinda Ardern polarised the nation, part 2
In a five-part investigation, Stuff senior journalist Lloyd Burr is revisiting a fascinating, turbulent and tumultuous time in New Zealand politics to analyse Jacinda Ardern’s dramatic rise, her fall, and how the country fell out of love with her. All this week, the Newsable feed will carry full audio from extended interviews with key figures in her story. Today: Green Party co-leader James Shaw.
Special series: Love and hate - How Jacinda Ardern polarised the nation, part 1
In a five-part investigation, Stuff senior journalist Lloyd Burr is revisiting a fascinating, turbulent and tumultuous time in New Zealand politics to analyse Jacinda Ardern’s dramatic rise, her fall, and how the country fell out of love with her. All this week, the Newsable feed will carry full audio from extended interviews with key figures in her story. Today: Ardern’s predecessor as Labour lea
Paddy Gower: Netflix hit Adolescence has an important message for NZ
Adolescence, the Netflix blockbuster that has everyone talking - and every parent freaking out about kids and phones - is terrifyingly good, says Paddy Gower.
Speaking on his TFN show, Gower said that while the series features amazing acting and impressive single-camera shots, its real impact lies in how it has reignited the debate about social media and managing children’s access to smartphones.
Dai Henwood: An extended interview with Samantha Hayes
In his first interview since his health deteriorated, Dai Henwood reveals just how "grim" the past month has been.
Speaking with Samantha Hayes at his home, he described his current symptoms as inescapable - completely different to dealing with bowel cancer - and a constant weight on his mind.
This week, Henwood faces his 35th round of chemotherapy, the after-effects of which he likens to "the wor
Gemma McCaw tells Sam Hayes why her kids don’t watch TV
Former Black Sticks star Gemma McCaw is juggling three children under six, an extreme fitness regime, and a deep love of books - while taking a firm stance against screen time.
Her household is a no-television zone for most of the week. Instead, they read up to five books each in the evening, fostering a love of books in her daughters, aged 2, 3, and 6 years old.
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PM speaks following two-day New Zealand Infrastructure Investment Summit
More than 100 organisations from 14 countries, collectively managing around $6 trillion in funds, gathered in Auckland for the summit. They heard from a range of speakers about potential investment opportunities as the government seeks to attract investors to fund the country's infrastructure.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon addressed media as the summit wrapped up.
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'New Zealand is going to judge me at the election in 2026': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Mar 10
At this week’s post-Cabinet press conference, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced that he will travel to India next week in an effort to advance a trade agreement. Meanwhile, Transport Minister Chris Bishop revealed that the government is opening registrations of interest for the first stage of the Northland Expressway at this week’s NZ Infrastructure Investment Summit.
Luxon then answered
Labour leader Chris Hipkins' State of the Nation Speech
Labour leader Chris Hipkins has introduced a refreshed lineup and outlined three key priorities - jobs, health, and housing - during his State of the Nation Speech at the Auckland Business Chamber.
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'A tough watch': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Mar 3
The Government says it is delivering on its commitment to fixing New Zealand’s broken healthcare system by improving access to healthcare for all Kiwis.
At the regular post-Cabinet press conference, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described Health NZ as a “low-performing organisation” in need of transformation. Meanwhile, Health Minister Simeon Brown announced several key initiatives aimed at imp
New retail crime and citizen's arrest reforms unveiled
The Government has announced a series of reforms to give businesses additional tools to deal with those that are robbing them. These include:
Amending the Crimes Act so that citizens can intervene to stop any Crimes Act offence at any time of the day.
Requiring that a person making an arrest contact police and follow police instructions.
Clarifying that restraints can be used, when reasonable,
Prime Minister and Labour leader address MP Andrew Bayly's resignation
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon faced questions from the media following National MP Andrew Bayly's resignation after an incident involving 'inappropriate behaviour' with a staff member. Luxon said he asked Bayly to explain what happened but would not provide further details, stating, "It's good that he recognised he didn't meet his own standards." Luxon said resigning was the right decision.
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National’s Andrew Bayly speaks following his resignation for 'inappropriate behaviour'
National’s Andrew Bayly has resigned as a minister this morning after what he described as an "animated discussion" escalated, resulting in him placing a hand on a member of staff.
Bayly called his behaviour "inappropriate" and expressed deep regret. He stated that he has taken personal responsibility for his actions, which is why he decided to step down. Bayly also confirmed that he has apologise
Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr speaks after cutting the OCR
As widely predicted, the Reserve Bank has cut the official cash rate by 50 basis points to 3.75%, the lowest level in two years.
RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr held a press conference following the decision, stating that the cut reflects the ongoing decline in inflation and their confidence that this trend will continue.
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'Not the Kiwi way': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Feb 17
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Conservation Minister Tama Potaka have announced that $30 million from the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will fund over a dozen projects aimed at boosting tourism and biodiversity. $11 million will go toward managing infrastructure at some of New Zealand's most popular visitor sites, while $19 million will go into protecting biodiversity b
'I'm not interested in those political sideshows': Post-Cabinet press conference - Mon, Feb 10
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop have announced that the Government will host an international investment summit for around 100 high-profile investors, business leaders, and construction companies from around the world. The summit will be held on March 13 and 14, and aims to "highlight partnership opportunities for overseas investment".
Following the announ
David Seymour speaks at Waitangi.
Despite being asked to stay away, ACT party leader David Seymour has spoken at Waitangi.
As Seymour began to speak, men on the paepae stood then turned their backs on him. His microphone was then taken by Aperahama Edwards. He was given a new one, which was taken again.
*Audio has been left as it was live, with the gaps in David Seymours speech due to his microphone being taken away.*
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Govt announces Kāinga Ora 'turnaround plan'.
Housing Minister Chris Bishop has released Kāinga Ora’s “turnaround plan”, which he says will refocus the housing agency on its core purpose of being a “good social landlord” and help it build new homes at market rate or cheaper.
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Govt announces reversal of speed limit reductions.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Transport Minister Chris Bishop have announced a total of 38 sections of the state highway network will have their higher speed limits reversed back to their previous levels. The reversals will be completed by July 1st, with State Highway 2 between Featherston and Masterton in the Wairarapa the first section to have its limit increased again.
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David Seymour's State of the Nation speech.
ACT Party leader David Seymour has given his State of the Nation speech, saying New Zealand needs to move past the “squeamishness” of privatisation and have more honest conversations about what the government spends, owns, and regulates.
He raised the issues of asset sales, questioning whether New Zealand was making the best use of the Government’s $0.5 trillion plus worth of assets, and allowing
Luxon delivers State of the Nation speech
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has given the annual State of the Nation address while speaking to the Auckland Chamber of Commerce.
He began by saying his speech will focus on the economy and "almost nothing else". He was true to his word, using the speech to take aim at New Zealand's “culture of saying no”, saying it held back economic growth.
Luxon went on to announce the government is setting
Donald Trump's full 2025 inauguration speech
Donald Trump has been sworn in as US president for the second time.
The 47th president delivered his inauguration speech from inside the US Capitol where he outlined his immediate priorities whilst also criticising the previous Biden administration.
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President Biden's farewell address from the Oval Office.
Outgoing US President Joe Biden has given his farewell speech to the American people from the Oval Office.
As well as hailing his administrations accomplishments over the past four years, he also warned of a “dangerous concentration of power”, saying an “oligarchy” of ultra-wealthy is “taking shape in America”.
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Police commissioner's tribute to fallen policewoman Lyn Fleming.
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming died after being struck by a vehicle in central Nelson just after 2am on New Year’s Day. She has been farewelled in a ceremony in Nelson with heartfelt tributes from family and colleagues, including Police Commissioner Richard Chambers.
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Government announces redress for Lake Alice torture survivors
Erica Stanford, the Minister in charge Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s Report into Historical Abuse in State Care, has confirmed survivors of torture at Lake Alice will receive a $150,000 redress payment, or can request an independent arbiter make an individual assessment.
Stanford said the government has set aside up to $22.68 million for the redress scheme.
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Six60's Matiu Walters on how fatherhood has changed him
Six60 frontman Matiu Walters says he no longer cares about topping the charts and the band’s “legacy” as much as he once did, saying he now prefers to focus on being “creatively brave" instead. The reason for the change? Fatherhood.
Walters spoke openly and honestly about how being a dad has changed him on Paddy Gower's "The F#$%ing News" show this week.
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PM responds to questions on ferries, Vietnamese officials assault, ACC changes
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon addressed questions put to him by media on a number of issues currently under the spotlight, including the Government's plan for the Cook Strait ferries, the changes to ACC levies, and an indecent assault of two women by visiting members of the Vietnamese Government.
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Govt reveals long-awaited Cook Strait ferries plan
Finance Minister Nicola Willis and newly-appointed Minister for Rail Winston Peters have announced it is establishing a new company to procure two new ferries for the Cook Strait.
The ferries are expected to begin operation in 2029 as the existing ferries reach the end of their operating lives.
Willis would not disclose what the project will cost, saying that information is commercially confident
NZ's second Emissions Reduction Plan unveiled
Climate Change Minister Simon Watts has released details of the Government's blueprint for emissions reduction over the next five years.
The second Emissions Reduction Plan sets the foundation to meet the net zero 2050 target as early as 2044, and will focus on eight key policies that have the greatest potential emissions savings.
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Greyhound racing to be banned in New Zealand
Greyhound racing is to be phased out in New Zealand over the next 20 months Racing Minister Winston Peters has announced.
The decision was driven by multiple reviews and high injury rates, and has cross-party support.
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Govt announces new moves to improve banking competition
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis have outlined plans to improve competition in New Zealand's banking sector.
The government will accelerate moves to provide Kiwibank with access to more capital, and take steps to ensure the Reserve Bank places greater importance on banking competition.
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Ali Williams on why football could be bigger than rugby in Auckland
Former All Black Ali Williams is now football-mad. He is not only a member of the Auckland FC ownership group, but, as he tells Paddy Gower, he is on a mission to make football bigger than rugby in New Zealand's largest city.
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Officials give update on Canterbury wildfire
The large Canterbury wildfire in the Bridge Hill area that caused multiple evacuations is still not contained, according to Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
The fire doubled in size overnight and is now nearly 1000 hectares, with one structure, Holloway Lodge, so far lost to the blaze. It's believed to be an old New Zealand forest service hutt.
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Stuff sits down with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon
In a wide-ranging conversation, Stuff's senior political correspondent Jenna Lynch sat down with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to talk about the state of New Zealand's health system, the coalition government, military academies, guns, cost of living, the treaty principles debate, and what 2025 could have in store.
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Tingjun Cao found guilty of murdering Yanfei Bao
After a nearly 7 week trial, Chinese national Tingjun Cao has been found guilty of murdering Christchurch real estate agent Yanfei Bao.
Bao went missing in July 2023, with her body being found in a shallow grave just over a year later.
Jake Kenny from The Press looks back on what was an extraordinary trial.
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Govt announces significant reforms to Auckland transport governance
Transport Minister Simeon Brown and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown have announced major changes to Auckland's transport policy decision making structure.
This includes returning regional and transport planning to Auckland Council, and establishing a new Auckland Regional Transport Committee that will be tasked with developing a 30 year transport plan for Auckland, to be agreed upon by both Cabinet and
New Zealand’s Television Personality of the Year on being fat-shamed
Paddy Gower sits down with Shortland Street actor Bella Kalolo-Suraj to talk about the hurtful messages she receives about her weight and the effect they have on her.
Kalolo-Suraj, who was recently named New Zealand’s Television Personality of the Year for her role as Selina To'a, told Paddy she’s been fat-shamed with online messages that often start with “I don't want to offend, but...”.
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Human error: Initial findings into Manawanui sinking released
Defence Minister Judith Collins and Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Garin Golding speak after an interim Court of Inquiry report found the sinking of the HMNZS Manawanui off the coast of Samoa in October was the result of a "series of human errors".
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Former Covid response minister Chris Hipkins reacts to Royal Commission inquiry report
Labour leader Chris Hipkins, who was the former Covid-19 response minister, reacts to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into New Zealand's Covid-19 response releasing it's Phase One report.
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PM addresses questions on Covid response inquiry, car crash and Winston's 'struggling' comments
Christopher Luxon has said a crash between his limo and a police car was “a bit of a shock” but luckily no-one was hurt. He also fielded questions on the Royal Commission of Inquiry's imminent report into New Zealand's Covid-19 response, and Winston Peter's recent comments suggesting he may be "struggling" in the role of Prime Minister.
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Royal Commission of Inquiry Chair speaks ahead of report into NZ's Covid-19 response
There have been 76 reports or inquiries into various elements of the Covid-19 pandemic in New Zealand. The latest will be the biggest so far: a Royal Commission of Inquiry. But it’s only ‘Phase One’.
Stuff's Explainer Editor Lloyd Burr sat down with the Inquiry Chair, Professor Tony Blakely, who talked about Voices For Freedom, Jacinda Ardern, and why Winston Peters has beef with him.
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OCR drops another 50 basis points
As expected the Reserve Bank has dropped the official cash rate by 50 basis points to 4.25%, the lowest level since November 2022.
Once again we've enlisted the services of Brad Olsen from Infometrics to tell us what this means in real terms.
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Prime Minister, Labour leader, Sir John Key pay tribute to Nikki Kaye
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins have paid tribute to former National Party minister Nikki Kaye, who has passed away aged 44 following a long battle with breast cancer. Sir John Key, who was Prime Minister when Kaye was a minister, also spoke about her political and personal legacy.
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Nikki Kaye's final speech to Parliament in 2020
Former National Party Minister Nikki Kaye has died at the age of 44, after a long battle with breast cancer. Tributes have been pouring in from across the political spectrum.
In 2020, she gave her valedictory statement to Parliament after 12 years as the MP for Auckland Central.
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Downtown Auckland to get new 24/7 police base
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has announced a new Police Base will be opened in the Auckland CBD. The base will be at 210 Federal Street, and will see the 24/7 public counter relocate there from its current College Hill location. It is expected to be ready to open in mid-2025.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown also spoke at the pr
New gang patch laws come into effect
The Government’s new laws cracking down on gangs have come into effect, with Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Police Minister Mark Mitchell saying “the free ride for gangs is over”.
From today gang insignia are banned in all public places, courts are able to issue non-consorting orders, and police will be able to stop criminal gang members from associating and communicating.
The laws are part o
New Zealand's next top cop announced
Police Minister Mark Mitchell has announced Richard Chambers as the next police commissioner, replacing Andrew Coster who is leaving to head up the new Social Investment Agency.
Chambers, who is currently the Assistant Police Commissioner, said the job would be a "highlight" of his life, and spoke to media about his policing style, the new gang patch ban and getting the nickname "Felix".
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Putin lowers threshold for nuclear weapon use
Russian leader Vladimir Putin has approved changes to Russia’s nuclear policy, setting out new conditions under which the country would consider using nuclear weapons. The doctrine now says an attack from a non-nuclear state, if backed by a nuclear power, will be treated as a joint assault on Russia. It also now permits a nuclear response if Russia is attacked by conventional long-range missiles.
Hīkoi mō te Tiriti: Historic scenes in Wellington
Tens of thousands of people marched through the streets of Wellington as the Hīkoi mō te Tiriti's 9 day journey ended outside Parliament.
Stuff's Political Reporter Glenn McConnell was one of the estimated 35,000 in attendance and recaps what was a historic day in the capital.
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Politicians, organisers address 35,000-strong hīkoi outside Parliament
The Hīkoi mō Te Tiriti arrived at Parliament with an estimated 35,000 people filling the grounds and surrounding streets.
A number of people gave speeches to the thousands in attendance, including hīkoi organiser Eru Kapa-Kingi, Labour Party MP Peeni Henare, and Te Pāti Māori's Rawiri Waititi and Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke.
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Seymour, Ngarewa-Packer speak ahead of hīkoi's arrival at Parliament
ACT Party Leader David Seymour has spoken to media on the eve of the Treaty Principles Bill hīkoi arriving at Parliament. After Seymour finished speaking, Te Pāti Māori Co-Leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer then addressed the media.
This follows a fiery session in Parliament last week that saw Te Pāti Māori MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke suspended for 24 hours after ripping up a copy of the bill and leadi
Inside the mind of Liam Lawson: Paddy catches up with F1 ace
He's the 22-year-old Kiwi who's been causing quite the stir since returning to Formula One in the latter part of this year. Liam Lawson is fighting for a permanent seat in next year's championship, and has been single-minded in his approach to making this happen. In his short time back in the top flight he has won points at two Grands Prix, developed an ongoing feud with a driver in the senior Red
David Seymour introduces Treaty Principles Bill to Parliament
The first reading of the controversial Treaty Principles Bill has begun with a speech by ACT Party leader David Seymour.
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Why is the Treaty Principles Bill so controversial?
The Treaty Principles Bill, championed by ACT Party leader David Seymour, is getting its first reading in Parliament today. The bill has generated plenty of heated discussion, debate and protest since it was included as part of the coalition government agreement last year. But why has it been so controversial and divisive?
Dr Carwyn Jones, a leading academic in Māori laws and philosophy at Te Wāna
Mark Inman on losing his brother in Whakaari eruption five years ago
On December 9th 2019 Whakaari White Island erupted off the coast of Whakatāne. 22 people were killed in the eruption, one of whom was Hayden Marshall-Inman who was a guide on the island. His body has never been found. Five years on, Hayden's brother Mark sat down with Paddy Gower to talk about that fateful day, and his plans for a fitting memorial.
The conversation featured as part of Gower's "The
Govt makes national apology to abuse in care survivors
After the largest, longest, and most complex public inquiry ever held in New Zealand, a Royal Commission of Inquiry report estimated that from 1950 to 2019, 200,000 vulnerable people faced abuse and neglect, including torture, rape, sexual abuse, physical attacks, and medical experimentation, while in care at state and faith-based institutions.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has now delivered a
National hīkoi opposing the Treaty Principles Bill heads to Parliament
The hīkoi launched this morning with a dawn karakia at Te Rerenga Wairua and will travel down the North Island to join up with a group travelling up the South Island at Parliament on November 19th.
Stuff's Poi Tiaki journalist Karanama Ruru explains why it is happening and what it hopes to achieve.
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Paddy Gower talks to the author of 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k'
A Saturday treat for you... Stuff's Paddy Gower talks to Mark Manson, the author of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k". How can Kiwis give fewer F**ks?
The conversation featured as part of Gower's "The F#$%ing News" podcast. Click here to listen to the full episode, or search for "Paddy Gower's TFN" on your favourite podcast player.
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Significant disruptions revealed for Auckland rail network next year
Transport Minister Simeon Brown has outlined major disruptions for Auckland rail commuters through to the end of January 2026, as work continues on the City Rail Link.
This will include 96 days of full network closures in the coming 13 months, with the first scheduled from December 27 until January 28.
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Last surviving Māori Battalion member dies
Sir Robert "Bom" Gillies, the last surviving member of the 28th Māori Battalion, has passed away in Rotorua aged 99.
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Jeff Wilson previews the biggest All Blacks test of the northern tour
The All Blacks have had fierce rivalries with the likes of South Africa, Australia, France and England that stretch back decades. You can now add Ireland to the list of "old foes".
After their breakthrough win against the All Blacks in 2016, Ireland have beaten the All Blacks four times and have gone on to become the number one ranked team in the world. Now the two teams will face off once again a
Paddy Gower: How good is NZ's MMP voting system?
Paddy Gower dares you to disagree that MMP makes New Zealand great.
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Kamala Harris delivers election concession speech
Vice President Kamala Harris has given her concession speech at Howard University in Washington D.C after losing the US election to Donald Trump.
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Donald Trump wins the US election
The much-talked about "tightest race in US election history" never eventuated as Donald Trump and his Republican Party swept back into power, comprehensively defeating Kamala Harris and the Democrats to become the 47th president of the United States of America.
The Post’s National Affairs Editor Andrea Vance is in Washington D.C the day after the election and joins us to recap a remarkable 24 hour
America votes: The latest from election day
Election day has arrived in America as tens of millions vote to decide who will be the 47th president of the United States.
Results are starting to come in but given how close the race to the White House is, it could be some time before we know who has actually won.
David Smith is the Washington Bureau Chief for The Guardian, and joins us from Donald Trump’s election watch party at West Palm Beach
NZ's unemployment rate continues to rise
The latest unemployment figures for the three months to September 30th have been released by Stats NZ. They show the rate continues to rise and is now sitting at 4.8%, up from 4.6% in the June quarter.
Annual wage growth also slowed, down to 3.8% from 4.3%.
Infometrics Chief Executive and Principal Economist Brad Olsen explains what all this means.
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US election: Who will win the race to the White House?
On the eve of one of the closest and most eagerly-anticipated US elections in living memory, National Affairs Editor for The Post and Sunday Star-Times Andrea Vance joins us from Philadelphia for the latest on the race to the White House.
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A conversation with Stephen Fry
There isn't much that Stephen Fry hasn't done in the arts and entertainment worlds. Actor, screenwriter, author, playwright, journalist, poet, comedian, television presenter, film director, mythological reteller - the list is as impressive as it is long.
He has led a remarkable, and at times troubled, life and now the multi-award-winning comedian, actor and master storyteller is returning to New Z
Philip Polkinghorne sentenced on meth charges
Auckland eye doctor Philip Polkinghorne, who was charged with and then acquitted of murdering his wife Pauline Hanna, has been sentenced to 150 hours of community work after a judge said a fine would not have been appropriate.
Senior Stuff reporter Edward Gay was in court for the sentencing and joins Newsable to recap what happened.
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PM addresses Mike King comments and Middle East free trade deal
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon addresses Mike King's comments about alcohol being a mental health solution and talks about the free trade agreement between New Zealand and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
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Dame Lisa Carrington wins one of the Olympic movement’s highest honours
Dame Lisa Carrington has won the Association of National Olympic Committee's Female Outstanding Sporting Career award at a ceremony in Cascais, Portugal.
The event was attended by more than 600 people from the Olympic Movement including IOC President Dr. Thomas Bach, as well as representatives from the world’s 206 National Olympic Committees.
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Govt to reimburse abuse survivors
Erica Stanford, the minister responsible for addressing historical abuse, has announced the Crown will reimburse survivors of abuse at Lake Alice, as per one of the recommendations in the Royal Commission report.
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Indian teams to join NZ's basketball leagues in 2025
A new international initiative will see Indian-backed basketball teams join New Zealand’s men's NBL and women’s Tauihi competitions in 2025.
The teams will be known as the Indian Panthers and will be based in South Auckland.
Sky TV’s Head of Commercialisation & Fandom Justin Nelson and INBL pro Chief Executive Parveen Batish discuss this groundbreaking arrangement.
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