Life And Society

Whitebaiters began their annual pilgrimage to the nation's tidal rivers and streams this week as the two-month-long season for the elusive "white gold" started. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio

More than 140 workers at Tasman's Eves Valley Sawmill will be out of the job before Christmas, with the fate of the site now sealed. Adam Burns reports. Audio

Those who can afford it are getting thin by needle, but new weight loss drugs bring with them unanswered questions. Audio

Carter Holt Harvey has confirmed it is shutting down its Eves Valley Sawmill in Tasman, resulting in more than 140 job losses. The Tasman mill has been a major part of the region's economy for the… Audio

A food bank in Opotiki is busier than ever, as the cost of living soars and locals struggle with a lull in seasonal work. Whakaatu Whanaunga Trust feeds about 500 people a year in the Bay of Plenty… Audio

A big Christmas gift is coming for Aucklanders with homeware giant IKEA opening its doors in December. Ikea Australia and New Zealand Expansion manager Fabian Winterbine spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio

Auckland dog walkers say new council rules are confusing, costly, and hard to enforce. Professional Dog Walkers Association's Cassie Jefferies spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

In today's episode, the government is making a U-turn and abandoning the controversial cost-saving changes for carers among a raft of changes for the disability sector; The New Zealand-born leader of… Audio

In today's episode, we have our weekly political panel; The parents of a 16-year-old boy who died while driving drunk want tougher laws to stop sales to minors, after learning he was served alcohol… Audio

With the price of gold reaching record heights, auction houses have told RNZ that they're seeing a surge of people interested in what it means for any necklaces, bracelets and rings they might have… Audio

Roaming dogs are running rife in Auckland and the council says communities are being put at risk. Auckland Council Animal Management Manager Elly Waitoa spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Most Kiwis would choose work-life balance over more money. SEEK country manager Rob Clark spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Reporter Ke-Xin Li looks at the latest Tik-Tok trend - viral icecreams plus Ingrid Hipkiss joins Melissa for a taste test of three of the most popular Audio

Emma Bacon has this week's popular listings from TradeMe - including an opportunity to hang with some cute Kiwi Audio

Shoppers looking for alternatives to filling the trolley at the supermarket are heading to local markets for cheaper prices. As part of RNZ's Pinch Point series on the cost of living, Bill Hickman… Audio

Gumboots can be a bit of lifesaver for many farmers but for one West Coast dairy manager, his gummies were an acutal life saver when he was struck by lightening. Chris Wilson, from Westport, was out… Audio

Another iconic retailer is calling it a day at its Queen Street store in Auckland, falling victim to changing times in the once vibrant CBD. Jessica Hopkins reports. Audio