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In today's episode, a new poll out Monday morning shows the government struggling to make headway amidst the cost-of-living crisis; A damning new Otago University report exposes deep flaws in New… Audio

We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio

It's a tough time for environmental groups in Waikato, with hundreds of thousands of dollars from government, council and private funding drying up over past few years. Libby Kirkby-McLeod has more. Audio

Yachting legend Peter Lester is being remembered as incredibly competitive and a good honest Kiwi bloke who had saltwater running in his veins. Sailing specialist and long-time friend Penny Whiting… Audio

A pre-loved Hermès Birkin bag made of ostrich leather failed to sell at a Webb's online auction for luxury accessories on Sunday night. Reporter Lucy Xia has more. Audio

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

Market Update for 11 August 2025. Audio

Home ownership is a goal lots of people work towards. But it can be stressful putting your financial life under the microscope when you're trying to get a bank to say yes to a mortgage. Money… Audio

They're popping up everywhere on social media flash looking clothes at amazing prices. First Up's Matthew Hutching has the story. Audio

The Taxpayers Union Curia Opinion poll was released on Monday morning has Labour now ahead of National on 33.6 percent - up two - and National on 31.8 down two. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch… Audio

A damning new Otago University report exposes deep flaws in New Zealand's heart healthcare system, including a lack of staffing that means the country only has a third of the cardiologists it should… Audio

New Zealand golfer Steven Alker has slipped from a tie for 2nd to a share of 5th and is now 3 shots off the lead in the final round at the Senior PGA tour's Boeing Classic in Washington. Audio

A new poll out Monday morning shows the government struggling to make headway amidst the cost-of-living crisis. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

A recently released survey of nearly 200 health professionals, found that more than 40 percent were using AI to help with patient notes. GP Dr Emily Cavana spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio