Articles by NewstalkZB Staff
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National
Wellington Mayor fighting back against poor renters' market
Friday, 19 January 2018, 3:39pmWellington's mayor is on a mission to improve the quality of rental properties in the capital. Latest Trade Me figures show...
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National
Working for the dole scheme 'won't work without compassion'
Monday, 4 December 2017, 10:18amApprehension over the Government's work-for-the-dole scheme. Regional Economic Development Minister Shane Jones plans to...
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National
Foreign rest home workers face expulsion
Monday, 4 December 2017, 6:00amThousands of elderly New Zealanders could be stranded without rest home care if changes aren't made to expand the workforce,...
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National
Why Amazon doesn't scare Mighty Ape
Monday, 4 December 2017, 5:44amNew Zealand e-commerce retailer Mighty Ape isn't sweating over Amazon's launch across the Tasman and is focused on getting...
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Lifestyle
Dog 'dies of a broken heart' after being dumped at airport
Sunday, 19 November 2017, 9:42amA dog who was abandoned by her owner at an airport has died of a "broken heart". The dog, called "Nube Viajera'' or Wandering...
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National
Kids as young as 3 entered in NZ Super Kids modelling competition
Sunday, 19 November 2017, 6:53amPreschoolers entered in contest involving catwalks and photo shoots. Kiwi kids as young as 3 have been entered into a new...
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National
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Why Australia makes us look good
Sunday, 19 November 2017, 6:41amIt's good to have Australia as our neighbour. Australians make us look good. Take, for example, this week's same-sex marriage...
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World
Australian politician citizenship scandal rages on
Saturday, 11 November 2017, 8:25pmAnother politician has fallen victim to Australia's citizenship crisis. Australian Federal Liberal MP, John Alexander, has...
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Programme Info
Programme Info 4th November
Tuesday, 7 November 2017, 12:23amFRANCESCA RUDKIN: Movies Bad Moms 2 starring Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, Kathryn Hahn, Christine Baranski, Cheryl Hines and Susan...
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World
Saudi Arabian Air Force retaliates to Yemen missile launch
Sunday, 5 November 2017, 11:34amA missile has been fired into Saudi Arabia, from its neighbour Yemen. Saudi Arabia says it's intercepted a missile fired...
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World
Major operation underway in New York to protect runners
Sunday, 5 November 2017, 10:47amA massive security operation is moving into action, to protect runners in the New York marathon this weekend. Police numbers...
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Emergency
Labour government trying everything to get out of prison contract
Sunday, 5 November 2017, 8:06amThe Government wants to get out of a prison contract with Serco - but its hands are tied for another 23 years. Labour is...
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Education
Stakeholders kept in the dark over charter schools axing
Sunday, 5 November 2017, 7:50amThe Education Minister's decision to axe four charter schools has left people involved in setting them up wondering what's...
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Education
Stakeholders kept in the dark over charter schools axing
Sunday, 5 November 2017, 7:42amFour charter schools appear to have been axed with minimal consultation. New education minister Chris Hipkins has indicated...
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National
Violence overshadows Rugby League grudge match in Hamilton
Saturday, 4 November 2017, 6:25pmOfficials in Hamilton are calling for fans to show respect at tonight's Rugby League World Cup match between Tonga and Samoa...
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Audio
Research assures Roundup is safe
Tuesday, 31 October 2017, 7:24amWe're being assured about the safety of Roundup. The EU's refusing to renew the licence of glyphosate - the key ingredient...
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Programme Info
Programme Info 21 October - Kate Hawkesby
Tuesday, 24 October 2017, 10:09pmFRANCESCA RUDKIN: Movies Maudie starring Sally Hawkins and Ethan Hawke The true story of gifted, arthritic Canadian folk...
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News
The sick new Facebook game leaving parents desperate
Wednesday, 18 October 2017, 3:29pmA sick Facebook game that urges teenagers to go missing for two days is spreading panic among parents. Children as young...
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National
Lochinver Station sold to Kiwi buyer
Thursday, 5 November 2015, 5:47pmLochinver Station in the central North Island, has been sold to a New Zealand buyer. It's been sold for an undisclosed sum...
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National
Christchurch streets packed for All Blacks
Thursday, 5 November 2015, 2:37pmUPDATED 4.09PM: Thousands of All Blacks fans have lined the streets of Christchurch and gathered in Hagley Park to welcome...
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National
Award-winning Kiwi entertainer in court
Wednesday, 4 November 2015, 7:07pmAn award-winning kiwi entertainer has been accused of sex offences against four women. The man, who's in his 40s, appeared...
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National
Gambling spending increasing
Wednesday, 4 November 2015, 3:07pmThe Problem Gambling Foundation is hopeful increased spending on pokies and gambling machines is just a "blip". Department...
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National
Royals brave the weather to greet fans
Wednesday, 4 November 2015, 2:42pmUPDATED 6.15PM: The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall have braved Wellington's foul conditions to greet dedicated fans. Prince...
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World
Plane with 217 passangers on board crashes in Egypt
Saturday, 31 October 2015, 9:23pmPlane with 217 passangers crashes in Egypt
