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Sect leaders tried to resolve sexual abuse in-house
A New Zealand woman who as a child was sexually abused by a member of a secretive sect under investigation by the FBI says the religious group's leaders spent three years trying to get the man to admit guilt before advising her to go to the police.
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Time running out for copper phone network
11 minutes agoAs most Kiwis switch to mobile phones, the nation's copper network is slowly being phased out, with one big telco is planning to pull the plug year. Audio
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Chaos, panic and confusion during Northwest mall robbery
about 1 hour agoA fatal stabbing attack in Sydney was front of mind during a West Auckland mall during an armed robbery on Sunday, a retail worker says.
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The School phone ban begins today: Will it work?
42 minutes agoThe first day of term two sees the cellphone prohibition policy come into effect nationwide, but some have doubts.
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Inquest begins after toddler found dead in the town's wastewater ponds
8 minutes agoA coronial inquest into the death of a Gore toddler found in the town's wastewater treatment ponds is set to start in the Invercargill District Court .
Quad bike deaths present worrying trend - Safer Farms
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Politics
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Biden-Trump rematch: Who one of the world's leading election experts thinks will win
A historian with a track record of predicting US election winners tells RNZ's Sunday Morning that President Biden looks to be on track for another term, but things could still go wrong for him. Audio
Green co-leader James Shaw came 'very close' to resigning as minister under Labour govt
'Immigration changes necessary' - Stanford
Sport
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ANZ Premiership Netball: Silver Fern Maddie Gordon injured as Pulse overcome Southern Steel
28 Apr 2024The Central Pulse withstood a Southern Steel onslaught to prevail 54-46 in their ANZ Premiership Netball match in Wellington.
Every Dawg has his day: Blues and Reds turn it on in Super Rugby classic
Hamish Kerr eclipses leading high jump rivals at Diamond League
Business
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Fresh allegations amid investigations into migrant exploitation at Auckland bowling alley
28 Apr 2024The Labour Inspectorate says its investigations into alleged worker exploitation at Metrolanes remain ongoing as further complaints surface.
‘I’m an opportunist’: Under-fire juice business owner slammed for ‘unethical’ fruit sourcing
Supermarket-free Hamilton suburb getting new independent grocery after eight months without
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'It's well past time Pākeha sung to Māori'
New Zealand poet and doctor Glenn Colquhoun has released two new books of poetry in te reo Māori, both accompanied by soundtracks. Audio
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The last of the ballot blocks - farm sale reflects tough few years
One of the last remaining rehab soldier farms in Wairarapa has been sold for forestry, and the farm gear is going under the hammer. Audio
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Peter Hook on playing bass with Joy Division and New Order
"What I hope is that people will see me and go, 'Oh my God, if he can do it, anybody can do it.'" Audio
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How NZ sheep are helping find a treatment for Alzheimer's
A New Zealand geneticist says his research into the minds of genetically modified sheep may hold the key.
In Case You Missed It
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At 85, Sir Roger Hall is still taking centre stage
28 Apr 2024Over half a century, Sir Roger Hall has chronicled the anxieties and follies of his Pākehā middle-class generation. His latest play, End of Summer Time, opens… Audio
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Arovision: NZ's littlest battler in the digital streaming wars
28 Apr 2024The Wellington-based streaming provider features films that are hard to find elsewhere - but it's not easy being local among the corporate giants. Audio
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Why are current affairs television shows still going strong in Australia?
28 Apr 2024TV news has faced massive cuts in New Zealand this year, but in Australia they seem to be still going strong, in spite of some dodgy decisions - and copping…
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Blues and Reds turn it on in Super Rugby classic
28 Apr 2024Analysis: The win by the Blues came down to the final play, featuring arguably the best hat trick since the days of Jonah Lomu and Christian Cullen. Video
RNZ Music
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Backstage at the Taite Music Awards
Charlotte Ryan speaks to the Taite nominees about why being independent is important to their music. Audio
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How recording their latest album helped Sleater-Kinney work through 'incredible grief'
Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker say finishing their band's 11th studio delivered "a sense of purpose" in the face of sudden loss. Audio
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New Horizons: A Tribute to Henry Mancini
William Dart salutes Henry Mancini, born 100 years ago, a man whose music provided a stylish backdrop for the best of America's more conservative popular culture. Audio
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Hymns on Sunday, 28 April 2024
A great rendition of William Kethe's hymn All people that on earth do dwell begins this week's programme. You can also hear harvest hymns, and hymns of thanksgiving. Audio
In Depth
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30 with Guyon: Roseanne Liang
The director of cult hit Creamerie talks to Guyon Espiner about her up-coming Hollywood blockbuster and her love of action film.
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How the coalition plans to replace the Māori Health Authority
The coalition government got rid of the Māori Health Authority in a hurry. What is it doing now instead?
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Minister accused of ‘gaslighting’ over Fast Track Bill
Cabinet Minister Chris Bishop suggested members of the public could submit projects of their own for consideration under the bill.
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What made PM Luxon go cold on Dave Letele
Community leader Dave Letele considered Christopher Luxon a friend - until the PM reacted badly to an open letter he signed decrying racism.
What You Need to Know
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Where public sector job cuts are coming from so far
Smaller agencies are making deepest cuts as they look to save costs, RNZ data shows.
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What new research about the pandemic shows
And how New Zealand's experience with Covid-19 was very different to most of the world.
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Explainer: Why do we commemorate Anzac Day?
On April 25 each year, New Zealanders at home and around the world mark Anzac Day. Do you know why?
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Proposed anti-gang laws: What you need to know
We've been hearing a lot about anti-gang measures, with new legislation going through Parliament. RNZ is here to explain what it's all about.
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Seal pups and penguin chicks exposed to more UV in Antarctica
Longer-lasting ozone holes over Antarctica expose the pups and chicks to much more UV.
Does fighting inflation always lead to recession?
Here is what 60 years of New Zealand data shows us.
The six reasons diners avoid plant-based meat
Australians were asked why they don't order plant-based meat dishes when dining out.
Climate: How a legal victory in Europe could affect NZ
Analysis - A seven-year campaign by a group of over 2000 Swiss women recently ended. The decision has made waves in Europe. Might its ripples reach New…