Life And Society
Some Kiwis hit hard by Meta account suspensions
A growing number of Kiwis who've had their Facebook and Instagram accounts wrongfully suspended, want parent company Meta to know the emotional toll it's had on them. Ke-Xin Li reports. Audio
Father battles ACC after son's double trauma
The father of a man assaulted with a steel bar as a teenager and then hit by a truck has been battling ACC for 10 years. Ruth Hill reports. Audio
Trade Me with Emma Bacon
Emma Bacon has her picks from TradeMe's millions of listings. Audio
How NZ gets burnt in the sunscreen wars
Sunscreens that are under investigation for their labelling claims in Australia are still for sale here.
A summer scandal on our shelves
The sunscreens under investigation for their labelling claims in Australia, but still for sale here. Audio
Why we like playing games that let us pretend to work
Games like Farmville, Tiny Bookshop, and Euro Truck Simulator 2 have millions of players worldwide. They all simulate doing jobs. Why do we find this so satisfying to act out? Audio
Feature interview: The New Zealander diving under the ice
With just one breath, New Zealand freediver Ant Williams set a new world record, swimming 182 meters underwater and under ice. That's the length of nearly two full rugby fields. He takes us all along… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 16 September 2025
In today's episode, the latest RNZ Reid Research poll has the political landscape in a deadlock -- the Labour Party still a nose ahead of National, but neither side able to govern alone; Nine clergy… Audio
Does running ruin your knees? And how old is too old to start?
You've probably heard that running is tough on your knees - and even that it can cause long-term damage. But is this true?
Clerics call for sanctions against Israel
Six Anglican Ministers have spent the night chained outside Nicola Willis' electorate office, Rev Mel McKenzie talked with Nathan Rarere Audio
81-year-old fitness instructor cannot be stopped
Through four pregnancies and breast cancer, Paula Barrett says it's never to late to start looking after your mind and body.
Listen up: Why listening to stories still matters for kids of all ages
Taranaki author David Hill looks back on RNZ's proud tradition of sharing stories for little listeners.
Is pink soap scum in bathroom mould or something else?
Black mould usually means a proper clean is in order - but what about the pink or orange-coloured stuff?
This Weekend: The Wellington Brick Show & The Hobby Horse
We take a look at what New Zealanders have planned for the weekend. Audio
The Pre-Panel for 12 September 2025
Emile Donovan is joined by The Panel host Wallace Chapman and producer Lucy Walker to preview this evening's show. Audio
Freaky Friday
Reach for your comfort blanket now because its Freaky Friday time! The time of the week where we speak to you, the Afternoons listeners, about your strangest and spookiest experiences. Get in touch if… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 12 September 2025
In today's episode, a teachers union says a high school curriculum overhaul lacks detail, despite its far-reaching implications. Up to seventy thousand more tourists are set to arrive in New Zealand… Audio
Why are some people more sensitive to 'phubbing' ?
If you get infuriated by a partner ignoring you in favour of their phone - or you're the one always copping flak for that - there are ways to break the cycle.
Can I ask for a sleepover? And other things to consider before buying or renting
School zones, the commute to work and general vibe of the area - what you should know and how to suss it out.
