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The Pre-Panel for 30 May 2024
Today on the Pre-Panel, Wallace Chapman previews tonight's show and producer Sam Hollis joins to discuss the first human trials of a new drug that can regenerate teeth. Audio
Government surpluses get further away as economy struggles
The government has been forced to tighten its belt to pay for tax cuts.
Official admits new school lunch plan unlikely to be as nutritious
A principal says she has been told the meals won't meet the same nutrition standards because of cost . Audio
'I have kept my pledge' - Nicola Willis on Budget 2024
National has kept its tax cut promise, laying out a relief package largely in line with the 'Back Pocket Boost' it campaigned on during the election.
RNZ Budget Day Special
RNZ's Budget Day Special hosted by Corin Dann. Corin is joined by Political Editor Jo Moir, Business Editor Gyles Beckford and a range of RNZ correspondents to explain what the budget means to you. Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 30 May 2024
On today's episode, Thousands have gathered as part of a nationwide protest against the government's policies. On top of that it's Budget Day. All eyes will be on the tax cuts Finance Minister Nicola… Audio
Baking for Starship, a unique fundraiser
More than 1,700 people have signed up for the Starship hospitals recently launched community bake off. The bake off is raising money to support the hospital, which in turn supports over 140,000… Audio
Dressing politicians for the big events for 100 years
For 100 years they've been dressing New Zealand's politicians and public servants. Today we check in with Vance Vivian on Lambton Quay in the Capital to see what's changed and what's stayed the same… Audio
Auckland train service suspended between Ōtāhuhu and Britomart
A tree has fallen on the line.
Waikato medical school's business case not expected until 2025
The business case for a third medical school at the University of Waikato is not expected until next year.
Parenting: How to help children make their own decisions
How do you encourage children to start making their own decisions? And at what age should they be able to do this with confidence? First off, it's all about helping them build "decision-making… Audio
Corrections confirms 107 vacant positions to be axed
"No staff have been made redundant," The department says as it gets rid of back office jobs that hadn't been filled.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 30 May
On today's episode, protest convoys take to the streets around the country. We heard from Auckland and Hamilton about their progress, it's budget day so we had a look at what is coming, Smith and… Audio
Should you buy a $1 reserve house?
For those trying to get onto the housing ladder, the promise of a super cheap house could be very tempting. So, how does a dollar sound? Audio
UK correspondent Harriet Line
UK correspondent Harriet Line looks at how the election campaign has kicked off, including the reaction to a plan by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to introduce compulsory national service for… Audio
Lodge for mental health clients stunned over lack of oversight
A property investor who took on a boarding house for people with mental health needs in Auckland has been left stunned by a lack of oversight from government agencies. Audio
Budget Day action: Strikes or protests?
Police suggest people work from home as nationwide protests are planned for Thursday, while employees planning to strike risk disciplinary action. Audio
Should you buy a one dollar reserve house?
For those trying to get onto the housing ladder, the promise of a super cheap house could be very tempting. So, how does a dollar sound? Audio
From Shakespeare to Ihimaera: New-look English curriculum planned
Compulsory Shakespeare and grammar lessons will feature in a new-look secondary English curriculum that ranges from contemporary New Zealand authors to Chaucer and Beowulf.
Questions over nutrition in new school lunch programme
RNZ has been told a Ministry of Education official admitted the new model for the Government's free school lunch programme is unlikely to be as nutritious as the previous programme. Reporter Ellen… Audio