Children
How to do co-parenting well
Clinical psychologist Tiffany Rochester says parents going through a separation usually have the same priority: ensuring their children's wellbeing Audio
Govt announces funding for new kura kaupapa classrooms
The body overseeing kura kaupapa is welcoming new classrooms at four of its kura, but says it's nowhere near the level of investment required across the sector. Te Rūnanga Nui o ngā Kura Kaupapa Māori… Audio
Number of people studying to be teachers surges
The number of people studying to become teachers has jumped after several years of low enrolment. NZEI Te Riu Roa president Ripeka Lessels spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 14 April 2025
On today's episode, the Prime Minister Christopher Luxon responds to comments from Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters criticising the PM for calling Trump's tariffs a trade war, the government is… Audio
Saving Grace: 13-year-old trafficked and enslaved in New Zealand
But her abusers have never been charged with trafficking. Audio
Thirteen-year-old girl trafficked to NZ into slavery
The Director for a child protection organisation says that sadly she is not surprised by the case of a 13-year-old girl trafficked into slavery in New Zealand. ECPAT (End Child Prostitution and… Audio
Marist Brothers teacher abused students across decades
Kevin Lundon was just a child when he was abused by the man he knew as Brother Giles. The Abuse in Care Royal Commission revealed sexual abuse carried out by the Marist Brother, whose real name was… Audio
Saving Grace: 13-year-old trafficked and enslaved in NZ
The manager of the country's International Child Protection Unit has revealed that a 13-year-old girl was trafficked into slavery here and that other offences are happening in full view of the public… Audio
Holiday Fun!
We play a new game of Seven Questions with eight-year-old Blair, chat about Stephanie Thatchers's I'm an Inky Octopus, and make you think hard with a Brain-Teaser sent in by kids from St Mary's… Audio
Redundancy payment cuts childcare rebates
But an expert says this was anticipated when the scheme was introduced.
NZ's coolest principal calls it a day
Many tears are being shed at a North Shore primary school today, Belmont Primary's school principal, Bruce Cunningham, is retiring after more than twenty years in the job. Audio
Aotearoa's playgrounds mapped and searchable
The first term of school wraps up this week and if you're looking for things to do with the kids during the holidays, we've got the app for you. Audio
Nigel Latta returns with Parentland
One of the most trusted names in psychology in New Zealand is back: Nigel Latta. Audio
Eugene Ryder
Former patched gang member, Eugene Ryder, reveals to Guyon what really pushes young people into gang life. Plus, his crisis of conscience at receiving a King's Service Medal and why "By Māori For… Video, Audio
Speaking Out
Albie and April were among survivors who spoke out for an inquiry into abuse in care. As the Royal Commission's findings reveal the extent of the abuser that happened, what does it mean for them? Audio
The Brothers
Brothers Albie, Rob, and Jason speak with journalist Aaron Smale about the violence and abuse they experienced in state care as children and how that led them to joining Mangu Kaha / Black Power. Audio
April
We hear from April, who spent time in state-run girls' homes across the South Island as a teenager. We hear her story as a survivor of abuse and the impact it had on her. Audio
You Can Be a Comedian When You Grow Up!
Suzy chats to a comedian about their job, Princess and her unicorn Strengthus meet the crocodiles, and we challenge you to have a go at our game 'What's That Sound?' Audio
Minister's sister advises against baby formula rules
Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard said he managed the conflict of interest appropriately.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 4 April 2025
In today's episode, heavy rain is hitting the North Island, we get the latest update, Trade Minister Todd McClay discusses what happens next after Trump has hit New Zealand with tariffs, the Auditor… Audio
