Nine To Noon
Smart, in-depth and relentlessly curious, host Kathryn Ryan dives into the stories shaping New Zealand and its people. Interviews and expert analysis from around the world and at home. It’s where big ideas are unpacked and everyday life explored.
Episodes
Sports-chat with Sam Ackerman
Sam rounds up the latest from the Commonwealth Games, the All Blacks touring party to South Africa, the start of the NPC season and Super Aupiki final.
What does a normal, healthy relationship look like?
For couples in a relationship there can be a lot of pressure to be perfect, but -who should you be listening to anyway?
Business commentator Gyles Beckford
TikTok's economic contribution to New Zealand, upcoming inflation figures and the Commerce Commission's annual enforcement priorities.
Around the motu: Kaitlyn Morrell in the Bay of Plenty
Fresh slips on Mauao, the Papamoa landslip victims stuck paying rates on a red stickered, but structurally sound home, the school leavers festival event expected to attract thousands and the Bay of Plenty woman tackling the e 250km Namib Desert challenge.
Book review: Enough by Dawn French
Enough by Dawn French, published by Penguin Random House.
Christchurch's The Loft wellbeing service marks 10 years
Established in the wake of the Christchurch earthquake, The Loft community wellbeing service is celebrating 10 years of helping people.
A new take on an old classic: Alexander the Great
A new history of Alexander the Great, -widely considered to be one of history's greatest and most successful military commanders.
USA correspondent David Smith
President Trump recently made his first appearance as president at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, while Maine Democrats selected a new nominee to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins.
New filmmaking challenge to support not-for-profits
The Community Film Challenge will pair filmmakers with Wellington-based charities, with the task to create something over a September weekend that really helps highlight the work of the not-for-profit.
Scientists make breakthrough for damaged knees
The researchers also say it could mean far fewer people in the future needing knee and hip replacement surgeries.
Tenancy Services wait times frustrate tenants, landlords
Tenancy Services has implemented a system capping incoming phone calls, meaning once a certain number of calls are in the system, a caller can't get through.
Off the beaten track with Kennedy Warne
Kennedy reports on the recently hosted International Coral Reef symposium.
Using fermented foods to help with gut health
Kiwi kimchi and sauerkraut purveyors, Living Goodness.
Political commentators Ben Thomas and Lianne Dalziel
Ben Thomas and Lianne Dalziel on the resignation of Stuart Nash as a NZ First candidate and National's paid parental policy.
Around the motu: Torika Tokalau in Auckland
Torika Tokalau is Stuff Local Democracy reporter working in Auckland.
Gyles Beckford reviews How To Win A Trade War
Gyles Beckford reviews How To Win A Trade War by Soumaya Keynes and Chad Bown, published by Pan Macmillan.
Accessible places website launches
With over 400 places registered, 460 reviews, and almost 5000 views - Go Able has officially launched.
Jemaine Clement: The art of finding humour in the unexpected
He's played everything from an 800-year old vampire and villainous coconut crab, to a cantankerous cockatoo and time-traveling beastly Bogladite.
Europe correspondent Seamus Kearney
Islamist suspect shot dead after deadly Berlin Pride attack; battle to control wildfires threatening city of Bordeaux; International Criminal Court votes to dismiss prosecutor; and Irish police say they've found a "significant bomb".
Hydrogen steelmaking to set up demo site
Researchers say it can cut steelmaking from an eight-hour process down to two minutes.
Financial pressures hitting NZ GenZs and Millennials harder
Housing affordability is also shaping career decisions for the majority of people in this age group.
14 year fight for recognition of work-related mystery illness
Dave Miller's whole working life had involved using manual machinery.
Sports commentator Sam Ackerman
The latest from the world of sport including Ryan Fox's Open Championship win and the future of netball in New Zealand.
Friday funnies with Te Radar and Donna Brookbanks
Our comedians talk about Barnaby Joyce's dog who made headlines in Australia and globally, life drawing, but with greyhounds, and United Airlines which is facing a lawsuit over 'window seats' that lack windows.
Around the motu: Kereama Wright in Whakatane
Kereama Wright is executive producer of Pukaea, the regional news hub for the Mataatua region in Whakatane
Book review: LIT by Anna Woods
Laura Caygill reviews LIT by Anna Woods, published by Echo Publishing. An ambitious first novel from short story writer Anna Woods. Enter the dark and twisted world of Auckland architecture firm LIT.
Returning to Bosnia, 30 years after peacekeeping duties
Captain Ben Green spent his tour in the peacekeeping force in what was then Yugoslavia, with the British army, on the active front line.
Pacific correspondent Koroi Hawkins
Alleged human trafficking scheme involving woman from Tonga, maritime tragedy unfolding in Papua New Guinea, RSE scheme misconceptions posing big challenges for Fiji workers in NZ, and Papua New Guinea and New Zealand have committed to deeper defence cooperation, particularly in the maritime domain. RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins.
Six tonne of fruit from Northland collected for food banks
To ensure a bumper citrus harvest doesn't go to waste, the local Lions club and others have a community drive to collect the fruit.
Bremworth chair on spiked takeover
With a takeover from a the world's largest flooring company spiked by some Bremworth shareholders, what next?
Oil prices continue to soar amid Middle East escalation
The US President Donald Trump has signalled more American airstrikes are likely saying Iran needs "more of the same".
Screentime: The Odyssey, Lucky & more
Film and TV reviewer Tom Augustine has his take on what he's been watching.
Parenting: When is tummy pain a sign of something more serious?
A sore tummy is a common childhood complaint. But how can you tell when is it just a mild bug or constipation?
Tech: How Telstra turned back the clock to 2006
Tech commentator Juha Saarinen joins Kathryn to look at the massive outage at Australian telco Telstra two weeks ago.
Around the motu: Jimmy Ellingham in Manawatu
Marton mill to shut, the latest on council-funded school buses, and a speed limit win for Speldhurst retirement village residents.
Book review: The Palm House by Gwendoline Riley
Kiran Dass reviews The Palm House by Gwendoline Riley, published by Picador.
The Southland farmer looking out for rural communities
Harriet has published four Gurt and Pops books which are full of lessons for rural youngsters to help them make good decisions.
UK: New PM's busy first few days, water chief could face jail
UK correspondent Steph Spyro looks at the policy blitz new Prime Minister Andy Burnham has undertaken since he stepped into the top job.
Students tackle Tongan water quality with local solution
The research began as a final-year project for University of Canterbury engineering students Derek Dossman and Emmanuel Bourgeois.
Financial complaints surge
The Financial Ombudsman says there were 1596 complaints in the 2025/26 financial year with some 532 disputes investigated by the office.
Why has HeathNZ Shared Digital Record faced year-long delay?
It had planned to release the service about now but online access has been held up due to new government cybersecurity requirements.
Science: What's being learned about bioluminescence in nature
Inspired by a new Matariki exhibition, science commentator Cushla McGoverin looks at the prevalence of bioluminescence in New Zealand, as well as three recent studies into how it can be used in nature by creatures like fireflies and spiders, as well as by scientists trying to track infection of the H5N1 influenza virus. Cushla McGoverin is currently a research fellow within the Department of
Kiwi thriller writer whose books have taken off in the US
Ben Sanders had his first novel published while still an engineering student at the University of Auckland. He's now about to release his ninth, another fast-paced thriller.
Around the motu: RNZ's Taranaki reporter, Robin Martin
Robin has the latest on a Supreme Court decision that ruled the way land was taken from farmers for the Mt Messenger bypass did not follow correct process and the local opposition to the planned TSB merge.
Book review: Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami
Lucy Black reviews Sisters in Yellow by Mieko Kawakami, published by Macmillan.
Andrew Dodd: The insiders' view of Rupert Murdoch's empire
For decades, Rupert Murdoch built one of the world's most powerful media empires, shaping news coverage, political debate and elections across several countries. But what was it like to work inside that machine? Journalist turned academic Andrew Dodd has co-written Getting Murdoched.
Australia: Pauline + Tommy get chummy, landlord's queer-space crackdown
Australia correspondent Chris Niesche looks at the controversy generated by One Nation's Pauline Hanson after she was interviewed on a podcast by far-right activist and convicted criminal Tommy Robinson.
Simplifying complicated geospatial data
A Kiwi startup is working to convert fragmented geographic data into an AI model that can better help with climate modelling for emergency and insurance forecasting.
Blueberry growers concerned over planned import rules
Local blueberry growers are warning new planned import rules risk the introduction of new pests and diseases, which would damage production and could spread to other crops.
The complex illness dividing the medical community
Sophie Roberts was a normal active teen until she started feeling dizzy and suffering seizures. Eating became hell. Her journey for answers is explored in a new RNZ podcast called All in Her Head.
Sports correspondent Marc Hinton
Marc discusses Ryan Fox's historic Open Championship victory, and the FIFA World Cup which has come to an end.
New Zealand's lesser-known history told in 30 great tales
In his new book, Great Tales of Aotearoa: Extraordinary Stories from New Zealand's Past, historian and author Tom Clarke brings together some of the most fascinating chapters from our past.
Inflation rises to highest level in two years
RNZ Economics correspondent Gyles Beckford discusses inflation which is at its highest level in more than two years - with the annual rate at 4.1 per cent.
Business commentator Thomas Manch
Tensions have escalated as the government's fast-track planning process has begun overriding Auckland Council objections on several major infrastructure and housing developments, coinciding with a controversial $60 million state funding package to keep Fletcher Building's domestic cement plant operational. Thomas also discusses corporate expansions as Kiwi brand-tracking firm Tracksuit acquir
Around the motu: Whanganui Chronicle editor, Zaryd Wilson
Air Chathams reinstates flights to Auckland, as the Whanganui District Council faces lower than average earnings and an aging population. Zaryd also discusses safety issues have extended the temporary closure of the Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui likely to delay submitting amalgamation plans.
Book review: The End and the Beginning by K.J. Holdom
Carole Beu from The Women's Bookshop reviews The End and the Beginning by K.J. Holdom, published by Simon & Schuster.
Lower Hutt school launches high-altitude weather balloon
A group of Lower Hutt primary school pupils have just launched their high-altitude weather balloon, after months of preparing for the big event.
Weekend missions drive pair's love of the great outdoors
Gabe Ross and Riley Meason are keen hunters and outdoorsmen, having hunted together during high school with friends.
USA correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben
The latest, including security concerns have forced the newly acquired Air Force One out of commission for upgrades.
Australian asteroid crater confirmed oldest in the world
The North Pole Dom - which is 1600km north of Perth - has been dated at 3 billion years old.
NZ streetwear brand hits 25 years in business
The company has overcome major setbacks, including a liquidation where founder Jenny Joblin managed to buy back the business.
Conservation land could still be at risk through development
Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment Simon Upton says the bill's wording gives "development" a stronger legislative footing than "conservation."
Urban issues with Damian Madigan
How do you densify housing in established suburbs, without destroying character?
The benefits of cold brew canned coffee
Firefighter, lifesaver, Iron Man athlete - sometimes a cup of instant coffee wasn't enough fuel for Ollie Puddick to get through the day.
Political commentators Gareth Hughes and Tim Hurdle
Gareth Hughes is the Director of the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Aotearoa is a former Green MP and is no longer a member of any political party. Tim Hurdle is a former National senior adviser, consultant and director of several companies. He is currently the Campaign Director for Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown.
Around the motu: Tim Brown, RNZ's South Island correspondent
The latest news including a Dubai-based consortium emerging as the group behind a big to run Lyttleton Port.
Book review: The Courage to be Ordinary by Ichiro Kishimi
Cynthia Morahan reviews The Courage to be Ordinary by Ichiro Kishimi, published by Penguin Random House.
LOMU: New doco paints a deeply personal portrait
LOMU is a new documentary telling the moving story of Jonah's life, the pressures of fame, and the health battles that shaped his final years.
Middle East correspondent Sebastian Usher
The latest news, including Washington which had vowed to "swiftly punish" Iran for military casualties.
Why The Law Association says planned 'move-on' orders need adjustments
Some organisations say the grounds to issue the orders fetter individual rights beyond what is required to maintain public order.
Data centre water consent concerns engineers
A leading expert is warning the country's resource management scheme is not fit to manage the long term impact of hyperscale data centres
Sports commentator: RNZ sport editor Dana Johannsen
The All Blacks take on Ireland at Eden Park, which clashes with the Warriors at Mt Smart where they are taking on the Dragons. The World Cup final and the fast approaching Commonwealth Games.
Sports commentator: RNZ sport editor Dana Johannsen
The All Blacks take on Ireland at Eden Park, which clashes with the Warriors at Mt Smart where they are taking on the Dragons. The World Cup final and the fast approaching Commonwealth Games.
Friday funnies
Te Radar and Elisabeth Easther on mid summer Santas in Denmark, the tribute that invovles covering a floor with peanut butter and the Airbnb guest who discovered pictures of themsleves on the wall.
Around the motu: Piers Fuller in the Wairarapa
Piers talks about Masteron's failing sewer network, Martinborough's failing and unsafe main access bridge, and residents of a community near Martinborough cut off by a raod collapse.
Book review: NOVA by Tim Corballis
Jack McConnell from Unity Books Auckland reviews NOVA by Tim Corballis, published by Te Herenga Waka University Press.
Trailblazing deaf and disabled Kiwi artists
Her latest book, Out of the Box, Trish Harris shines a light on 25 deaf and disabled artists, activists and adventurers.
Asia correspondent Elizabeth Beattie
There have been raids on indie bookstores in Hong Kong, while police in Vietnam investigate a diamond smuggling gang.
The bookshop expanding in the face of a cost of living crisis
It is moving into a nearby space to create a larger children's area, and more room for classics, science fiction and art and design books.
How developers and councils can maintain urban tree canopy
Between 2016 and 2021, Christchurch lost 14.5 per cent of its urban tree canopy and most of the lost trees were on residential land.
