The government plans to introduce new laws this week that will ban gang patches in public and restrict the ability to gather. Australia has similar state laws there, but do they work? Personalising goods is expected to be a big trend in 2024 and two speed climbers have been selected as our first Olympians for the Games in Paris, we speak to one of them Julian David, the current world junior champion.

Public health expert Dr Samantha Marsh calls on New Zealand to follow US moves and ban young people from using social media. Sky's Jeff Wilson is in to unpack the teething issues with Super Rugby Pacific's new smart mouthguards, plus we look at why the cost of your airfare could be about to rise.

This weekend marks two years since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the beginning of a war that shows no sign of easing. Newsable speaks to the Ukrainian Ambassador to New Zealand and Australia and a journalist on the ground. Plus former All Black and Sky Sport Commentator, Jeff Wilson, is on to talk the start of the Super Rugby Pacific season and the international Six Nations competition.

Matt Doocey is the country’s first ever dedicated Minister for Mental Health, but what are his plans for tackling our mental health crisis? He shares his ideas with Newsable and just a warning that suicide is discussed so do take care if you might find this distressing. Stories of rats and flies in some supermarkets, so where is our food most at risk? The film watching side hustle of all time.

Green Party MP and former Auckland mayoral candidate, Efeso Collins, has died at a charity event in central Auckland. Collins collapsed while participating in the ChildFund, Water Fun event at Britomart this morning. He was a well known community figure in both the South Auckland and the wider Samoan community.

The former Labour Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister, Grant Robertson, is stepping down from from politics, but what impact will that have on the Labour. Newsable chats to Stuff's Political editor, Luke Malpass. Is feminist language being used to convince women to pay for medical tests they don't need? The Christchurch rebuild as the 13th anniversary of the earthquake approaches and the man who managed to stay in a New York hotel rent free for 5 years.

Labour Party MP Grant Robertson has announced he is retiring from politics. The former Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister is set to leave Parliament in March after 15 years. He is moving to become vice-chancellor of Otago University.

An ACC loophole that has previously prevented some victims of childhood trauma from receiving financial compensation has been closed. We talk to the lawyer who took the case through the courts. The stingray that is pregnant despite being in an enclosure without a male for 8 years and the somewhat outrageous gifts that parents are leaving as tooth fairy gifts under their children's pillows

Question marks are hanging over the future of a proposal to ban the 24/7 tethering of dogs, so will the new coalition government commit to outlawing the practice? And if not, why? Plus - Stuff Chief Political Correspondent Tova O'Brien gives us the lowdown on Christopher Luxon’s first State of the Nation address as Prime Minister, how the Blackcaps can get one up on the Aussies, and the baffling number of people who sleep with a light on.

Seven years on since the last devastating fires at the Port Hills, how will the landscape recover after being hit again? Newsable speaks to a fire ecologist. The Australian MP who had her image photoshopped by a news outlet joins us for her first New Zealand media interview since the saga. Plus the rugby league season kicks off officially tonight with All Star Indigenous and Māori clashes and a bi-lingual Sky commentary and we hear about the escaping Kākāpō.

Fire and Emergency have given an afternoon briefing on how the battle against the blaze in the Port Hills in Christchurch is progressing. They say the fire is still not contained, but no homes have been damaged and police are helping residents visit their homes to check on animals where possible

Fire crews are continuing their battle against a large fire in Christchurch’s Port Hills.  A local state of emergency has been declared.. With the blaze still not yet contained.. Now spreading to the city’s adventure park. At least 80 homes have been evacuated. Fire and Emergency officials have just held a press conference with the latest.. Here’s what was said, courtesy of RNZ.

Looksmaxing is a worrying social media trend encouraging young men to make extreme changes to their physical appearances. Newsable speaks to a psychologist about the risk. If large companies like Fletcher's are making huge losses, how are things going for small businesses and sole traders? Plus Harry and Megan relaunch and the Guinness record flip flop over appropriate match sticks.

A major fire is blazing on Christchurch's Port Hills and people living near have received mobile alerts asking them to evacuate. Helicopters, fire trucks and tankers are battling the blaze, which broke out this afternoon. Homes are under threat and evacuation centres have been set up

Modern day slavery is a problem in New Zealand, but will the new government take action and bring in new laws? Predictions about what direction interest rates might take is switching week to week..so how do home buyers work out what to do? Plus does New Zealand need to follow Australia's lead and introduce a right to disconnect law and the proposed ban on the Gold Coast on teeny, tiny up the bum bikinis.

A law change across the ditch will allow workers to ignore work calls out of hours. Newsable speaks to the Australian Senator who backed the measure to officially allow workers the right to disconnect. Plus an international relations expert at Otago University describes Donald Trump's comments over possible Russian action against European countries as "dangerous" and irresponsible." We track the soaring price of cocoa beans and an insider tip gives away a clue on how to spot the villain.

One year on from the devastation of Cyclone Gabrielle, Newsable catches up with a winemaker in Esk Valley and an apple grower in Hawke's Bay to hear how they are finding a way to look positively into the future. Over 20 years ago, a New Zealander living the fast life in Miami disappeared into the night. Now her son is trying to find out what happened. We talk to Sutff reporter Katie Ham. Plus Sky sport commentator, Jeff Wilson, returns to Newsable to talk Superbowl and this week's Halberg awards in Newsable Sport

2024 is the year of the election, with more than 50 taking place worldwide. So which ones should we be watching? Why throwing paint at famous works of art may be hindering rather helping the climate change movement. Is there a way to snaffle tickets on an empty plane and the music producer with a billion streams whose work isn't aimed at you, rather your pet.

The Trump court cases continue to swirl - but could one due out soon affect his chances of appearing on ballot papers? A climate activist will sue seven of the country’s biggest polluters after a five year fight to get the go ahead. Mike Smith joins Newsable to explain why he persevered for so long. What happens with the Royal duties if Charles has periods when he is unwell ? Plus move over super yachts, it's time for super submarines.

Looking for your new favourite politics pod? Look no further! Tova is back for 2024. In this weeks episode, Tova brings you the full story of one of the most significant Waitangi weekends for many years. Like what you're hearing? Follow on Apple or Spotify to make sure you don't miss an episode.

Heckles, waiata and a whole lot of politicking - the lowdown on Waitangi and where to from here? How sitting can take years off your life, plus warnings over how climate change will drive more extreme storms and the rise and rise of office jargon.

The future of the free period products in schools programme looks uncertain. The Education Minister says she is seeking advice about continuing the scheme. We’re speaking to one advocate who is deeply concerned. What does the start of 2024 look like for property sellers and property buyers? We have the latest report out this morning. It's Waitangi Day tomorrow. So how do locals prepare for such an occasion, with up to 50,000 people expected to attend?

Facebook has been a huge influence in the decades since it was launched with 3 billion users on the platform. But is its legacy good or bad? Newsable talks to tech expert Peter Griffin. We are on the verge of a huge weekend leading into Waitangi Day at the Treaty grounds. Will there be calm debate or fireworks? Plus what directions are airfares travelling in and new research sets out the life expectancy of your beloved pooch.

We have an extended interview with the Health Minister, Dr Shane Reti, about what worries him most and his plans for the workplace, including targets for health care. Plus the fishing point just outside Raglan that has claimed at least 30 lives and the chatbot that went rogue.

One of the UK’s most popular comedians is in New Zealand. Russell Howard is here to tour the country starting in Dunedin on Feb 1st and ending in Hawkes Bay on Feb 11. He joined Newsable for a chat and the conversation went all over the place from massaging pigs to the best way to eat a scone. For details of the tour you can head to Russell Howard's tour site.

The Green Party has to find a replacement co-leader now James Shaw has announced his departure, but will the Greens head in a new direction? Former Green MP, Sue Bradford, shares her thoughts on what the future holds for parliament's third largest party. Plus why on earth is there a court case underway in India over butter chicken and top UK comedian, Russell Howard, joins Newsable for a chat and that conversation just went all over the place!

After announcing he will step down as Greens co-leader in March, before retiring from politics altogether, James Shaw sat down with Newsable's Aaron Dahmen to chat about his parliamentary legacy, being assaulted in the street and where the party goes from here.

New Zealand's Defence Force has now had members deployed to the Middle East to protect shipping lanes in the Suez Canal and the Red Sea from Houthi attacks. But could New Zealand get drawn into the wider conflict, will we contribute more to Ukraine and can we afford it all? Newsable talks to the Defence Minister, Judith Collins. Parliament sits for the first time today, we talk to Massey University politics professor, Richard Shaw about the year ahead, plus could the pornographic images of Taylor Swift spread on the internet lead to new laws and New Zealander, Nico Porteous, wins silver at the Winter X Games - he tells us all about it.

Every year, Auckland Anniversary Day falls on the Monday closest to January 29th, with many of those living in New Zealand's largest city getting some time off. But local iwi Ngati Whatua says it's time to recognise the date Tāmaki Makaurau was actually born: September 18th. So what’s the on the table and could it actually happen? Also, revelations of a failed crypto scheme faking its own CEO, the top tip to keep carrots crunchy for dipping, and why an Italian city is DNA testing dogs to stop them making a mess on the streets.

As part of National's coalition agreement with New Zealand First, the sex education curriculum will no longer be focused on ideology. But what does this mean and could a new ideology come in instead? Newsable speaks to Mark Potter, the President of the NZEI Te Riu Roa, the union representing primary school teachers. Plus should we be taking supplements? The Red Bull Cliff Diving competition underway in Auckland this weekend and why an exisiting girl's name is now deemed offensive.

You asked for it, so here it is. Newsable's audio maestros, John Ropiha and Connor Scott, are here to drop the mic on 2023. No snooze-worthy summaries here... this is a news (w)rap like no other. Enjoy!

The new government scrapping sexuality and consent education in schools, so what will it mean for our tamariki? We take a look at what it takes for a small business to succeed in NZ, and the eye-popping cost of Christmas tree-related injury claims. Plus, the one and only King Kapisi is on the show.

What are the implications of Israel entering Gaza? Newsable talks to a geo-political analyst with Victoria University's Democracy Project. Special election vote results are out on Friday. With Supie failing can anyone take on the supermarket duopoly? - plus the secret, football playing rapper. If you love listening to Newsable, why not vote for us in the Listener's Choice at the NZ Podcast Awards https://shorturl.at/dCO39 ..and a big thank you if you've already voted!

The excitement of election night is subsiding as the long haul to finalise a new government begins. There are renewed calls for help for the hospitals in Gaza plus your brain maybe making you eat more fatty food and Newsable puts out the call to help find a lost wedding dress.

National and Act are waiting on the count of special votes to see if they need Winston Peters to govern - Stuff's Chief Political Correspondent, Tova O'Brien, gives her shout on how things will play out. A former Labour Chief of Staff casts light on what it's like to negotiate with the New Zealand First leader. Why Labour lost so many Maori seats plus the impact the election result will have on the economy and climate policies and Australia rejects an advisory Voice to Parliament for First Nation people.

It was a super tense 80 minutes of rugby, but the All Blacks have secured a win over Ireland and will now play Argentina in the semi finals next weekend. Former All Black and Sky commentator Jeff Wilson joins Newsable from pitchside at the Stade de France in Paris to give us his analysis of the game.

After an emphatic election result, Christopher Luxon, the 42nd Prime Minister of New Zealand, delivers his victory speech.

Labour leader Chris Hipkins' full speech, conceding defeat to Christopher Luxon, and defending his party's record during six years in government.

A jury at the High Court in Christchurch has found David Benbow guilty of murdering his long-time friend Michael McGrath. This case has always been remarkable in that no body or weapon was ever found. This is the second time the case had been tried. The first resulted in a hung jury. Newsable spoke to Stuff's Martin Van Beynen, who was in court for both trials

Israeli security forces are carrying out operations to rescue hostages taken by Palestinian militants from Gaza and clear areas they seized on Saturday. The surprise attack by hundreds of gunmen from Hamas, under the cover of intense rocket fire, has reportedly killed hundreds of people in Israel. Hundreds of Palestinians have died in counter attacks on Gaza. Newsable speaks to the BBC's Middle East editor, Sebastian Usher, to get an analysis of the background to this conflict and what might happen next.

Could kiwis could be forced to head back to the polls if a coalition agreement can't be reached? Say it ain’t so! We’re also breaking down the new Middle East crisis with the BBC's Sebastian Usher, and talking the upshot of doing business in cricket-mad India. Plus, the unmissable story of a buffet etiquette breach.

The leader of the Opportunities Party hopes to win a seat in Christchurch, but could a deal be made to guarantee him the seat and for National to avoid potential negotiations with New Zealand First? Why are large commercial operations like Sanitarium not paying income tax? Plus drones and drugs and UK prisons, and the development rules that insist only short dogs are allowed

It is 2 months since three people died from mushroom poisoning in Australia - why are there no developments? We have the background to the Tupac Shakur murder charges nearly 30 years after his death, why the UN might need a shake up and the dog driving in Slovakia

The ABs have proved they’re still a serious contender for this Rugby World Cup, blitzing Italy by scoring 14 tries in a 96-17 victory. Former All Black and Sky commentator, Jeff Wilson, shares analysis on how the All Blacks performed today and what they need to do ahead of their final pool match against Uruguay.

The All Blacks face off against Italy Saturday morning (NZ time) in their next pool game in the Rugby World Cup. What preparations have the All Blacks been making and what does having players return from injury mean when it comes to the game plan? Former All Black and Sky commentator, Jeff Wilson, shares his thoughts on what the All Blacks need to bring to the game this weekend.

A big week on the election trail, Newsable makes sense of the week in politics. How Donald Trump is pretty much banned from doing business in New York and what is the worry about golden clams setting up shop in the Waikato River? Plus your chance to stay in a recreated Shrek swamp home.

The Freedom and Rights Coalition is due to protest at parliament today, but what about and are police prepared? Plus Labour's health spokesperson talks about getting hit by lightning and her party's $1bn Pharmac funding promise and the "sweet natured" three flipppered Black Turtle's long road to recovery.

National has released its welfare policy - what impact might it have on beneficiaries? Top rugby podcaster tells us about his picks for the quarter finals, Taylor Swift now appears to be the most searched for person on the internet and the politicians hit by lightning - literally.

National's transport policy talks road speeds and cones, but why road cones? Newsable talks to theirn transport spokesperson Simeon Brown to find out more. China is looking to police what people wear, cops are to starting using digi note takers rather than pen and paper and could the writers' strike in the US be over?

Our little tribute to the Warriors. UP THE WAHS!

We've heard the bad news about petrol prices possibly reaching $3.50 a litre by Christmas (!) so is this the new normal? Canada accuses India of assassinating a Canadian citizen, plus what you should say when asked: "What is your favourite book?" And the fattest of fat bears and a doughnut truck.

The All Blacks got their World Cup campaign back on track with an 11-try thrashing of Namibia - although Ethan de Groot's red card soured their night. Rugby icon and Sky Sports pundit Jeff Wilson joins Jess from the Stadium de Toulouse to provide expert analysis of the major talking points - including whether the tournament format is fair on the game's minnows.

With polls showing National and Act could form New Zealand’s next government, David Seymour is floating the idea of a 'confidence without supply' deal with National - what?! Plus we look at why housing is at a huge crossroads this election ... and we meet a local legend bringing a bit of cheer to flood-ravaged Hawke's Bay.

As the fallout from the All Blacks' first ever loss in a Rugby World Cup pool game begins, legend and Sky Sports pundit Jeff Wilson joins Emile from the New Zealand dugout at the Stade de France to discuss the major talking points - and how the ABs can bounce back.

It is crunch time for the Warriors, who take on the Panthers in Penrith tomorrow. Plus a round up of what's happened in the first week of the election campaign, do animals dream?... and Fun Fact Friday

A political poll run for The Post is out and we've got all the latest figures. A push back against tourism companies running trips to the Uyghur's homeland, lab-grown fruit and Paw Patrol snacks in UK recalled after website hacked.

Introducing Stuff's whip-smart new political podcast, hosted by Tova O'Brien and featuring Luke Malpass and Andrea Vance. Follow now to make sure you get the latest episodes automatically.

For the first time ever, senior hospital doctors and dentists are going on strike for two hours today. What's going on? A new report says we need to keep on our toes to counter invasive species, what responsibilities do casino's have to their customers ? And we break new ground and have a guest Newsable listener on the pod.

Two brothers who drugged or committed sexual offences against 23 young patrons at Christchurch bar Mama Hooch have been sentenced in the District Court. Danny Jaz has been sentenced to 16 and a half years in prison and Roberto Jaz to 17. Both will serve at least half of that time before being eligible for parole. Emile and Imogen talk to Blair Ensor from the Press newsroom, who covered the brothers' trial, about the hearing - and the reaction in the courtroom. Warning: Discusses issues related to suicide and sexual offences. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours a day.

Hannah Wilkinson’s goal in the opening match kickstarted the World Cup's hold on the Kiwi public. But how can Aotearoa ensure the event has an enduring legacy? Jess McCarthy chats to Eden Park chief executive Nick Sautner to find out.

The Lauren Dickason trial highlighted some issues we don’t discuss much in New Zealand - the mental health of mothers, for example. Today, Kristina Grace, founder of the Mothers Helpers support group, urges people to be kinder to mums who might need help. And law expert Professor Chris Gallavin tackles the legal fallout - including whether current justice rules are fit for purpose. For more information about Mothers Helpers, click here. WARNING: This podcast covers issues that may be distressing for some, including mental health. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.

Who will take out the Fifa Women's World Cup? We've turned to fabulous Sky commentator Kristina Eddy to give us a steer. Plus the latest in the poison mushroom deaths in Australia, birthday cake beer anyone? And it's Fun Fact Friday

Lauren Dickason has been found guilty of murdering her children, We speak to Stuff's Martin Van Beynen who has been covering the trial throughout. Former Green MP Elizabeth Kerekere fires departing shots at leadership. What the OCR announcement might mean for you and why you shouldn't record TikToks on work time.

Wildfires moving a mile a minute on the Hawaiian island of Maui. We talk to a local news anchor in Honolulu. Diane Ako, about the scale of the devastation caused by the blazes. A new race to the moon is now on, we preview the gripping Fifa World Cup semi finals and talk about possibly the weirdest political poll questions ever. Image of Maui courtesy of DNLR

The jury has retired to consider the verdict in Lauren Dickason trial. Earlier today, the Judge, Justice Cameron Mander, delivered his summary of the trial. 43 year old Lauren Dickason denies murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity and infanticide. Newsable spoke to Stuff's Martin Van Beynen who is covering the trial.

What does New Zealand need to do now, to make sure it's not hit by summer wildfires like those that have broken out in parts of Hawaii. Plus it's quarter finals stage in the Fifa World Cup, the ironic re-cycling sticker vigilantes and Fun Fact Friday.

A clinical psychologist for the defence in the trial of Lauren Dickason, has been cross examined by the Crown today. Ghazi Metoui gave his assessment of the accused in court yesterday saying he backed earlier defence witnesses who said she was insane at the time of the killings. 43 year old Lauren Dickason denies murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She has pleaded not guilty  by reason of insanity and  infanticide. Newsable spoke to Stuff's Martin Van Beynen who is covering the trail

It's 6 months since New Zealand pilot, Phillip Mehrtens was taken hostage by freedom fighters in the Indonesian province of Papua. Newsable speaks to Stuff reporter Nadine Roberts who's in contact with the group. The rapper who shot Megan Thee Stallion gets sent to prison, what economic benefit does New Zealand get from the Fifa World Cup and phones in schools.

A defence psychiatrist in the trial of Lauren Dickason, has been cross-examined by the Crown today. 43 year old Lauren Dickason denies murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity and infanticide. Newsable talks to Stuff’s Martin Van Beynen who is covering the trial Please be cautious about listening to this distressing content and if you or someone you know needs to chat, there are links and phone numbers on the Stuff website.

The Government's made two big renewable energy announcements in recent days, but how significant are they? It appears there are more applicants for jobs in areas that were crying out for staff. How do you forage safely for mushrooms? Plus the all time favourite kids movies

The Defence in the trial of Lauren Dickason, has called another of its own forensic psychiatrists today. Justin Barry-Walsh has supported claims Dickason’s depression was a result of giving birth and that she was suffering a mental disorder at the time of the killings. 43 year old Lauren Dickason denies murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity and infanticide. Stuff’s Martin Van Beynen is covering the trial Remember the details of this trial are quite harrowing, so please be cautious about listening to this content

The All Black squad for the Rugby World Cup has been revealed. Former All Black and Sky commentator Jeff Wilson shares his thoughts on the squad and what it's like to hear your name called out. Plus - why has the cost of some illegal drugs dropped, election for Bird of the Century and 10 ways to enjoy yourself and not break the bank.

A psychiatrist has been challenged over her assessment of Lauren Dickason. Lauren Dickason is the South African mother accused of murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity or infanticide. Simone McLeavey works out of Hillmorton Hospital, where the accused was first held. She was asked by the Court to assess Lauren Dickason's mental state and last week told the court that Dickason had no delusional symptoms. Newsable talks to Stuff's Martin Van Beynen, who is covering the trial.

It's the round of 16, but with so many upsets who are the teams to watch now? Sky's Anna Green is here to guide us through. Plus the threat from the drug Monkey Dust, saving platypus and Fun Fact Friday.

A third psychiatrist has given evidence at the trial of Lauren Dickason. Lauren Dickason is the South African mother accused of murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity or infanticide. Simone McLeavey works out of Hillmorton Hospital, where Dickason was first held. She was asked by the Court to assess Lauren Dickason's mental state. Newsable talks to Stuff's Martin Van Beynen, who is covering the trial.

What do drone strikes on Moscow mean for the war in Ukraine?

Dr Erik Monasterio has been cross examined by Lauren Dickason's defence team, and in the process, been accused of taking a dislike to her. Dickason is on trial over the deaths of her three daughters in Timaru. She's pleaded not guilty, and it seems likely the trial will run at least a week over the allotted time.

Why on earth is Auckland suffering an outbreak of sinkholes? We get some info from AUT's John Tookey. Banning multitasking in the car, Al Brown on judging New Zealand's supreme pie plus the stairwell for sale.

Dr Erik Monasterio has told the court he does not believe Lauren Dickason was insane at the time she killed her three daughters in Timaru. He's been giving evidence at her trial in Christchurch. Dickason has pleased not guilty to murdering the girls, relying on a defence of insanity or infanticide.

July is the hottest month on record, could August be hotter? But an environmental scientist says we can still do something. Could X or Twitter turn into WeChat and is that a good thing? Plus crazy madness over supermarket promotion stickers and the Loch Ness monster.

A defence psychiatrist has been cross examined at the trial of Lauren Dickason. She denies murdering her children, using a defence of insanity and infanticide. Stuff's Martin Van Beynen is covering the trial and says clear themes are starting to emerge.

A heartbreaking final hurdle loss for the Football Ferns brings their World Cup campaign to a close. Why what you think is in your workout supplement might not actually be in it .. and other things might be instead. Plus, new research on the true cost of boozy nights out, and it's more than a hungover sickie.

It's crunch time for the Football Ferns at the World Cup .. so we break down their chances, and what needs to happen in other games for them to make history and get out of the group stages. Former Football Fern Anna Green is with us.

We break down where we're at one week in to the FIFA womens world cup ... and get the view of an expert on who's looking good for the title. Why UFOs are on the agenda at the US Congress, how does someone decide a pair of sneakers is worth 80k, and we're back with pub quiz ready trivia in Fun Fact Friday.

Expert witnesses have started giving evidence at the trial of Lauren Dickason, who's charged with murdering her three daughters in Timaru. She's pleaded not guilty, relying on a defence of insanity or infanticide. Stuff's Martin Van Beynen is covering the trial.

Police now say they think the Christchurch estate agent, Yanfei Bao, is no longer alive. Blair Ensor has been following investigations. Why are rents rising as house prices fall plus China's missing Foreign Minister and the dangers of stairs to women in their twenties.

Police have just given a media briefing about the search for Christchurch real estate agent Yanfei Bao, who's been missing for a week. A man has been charged with kidnapping her.

Lauren Dickason's lawyers have begun their defence in the trial over the deaths of her three daughters. Lauren Dickason has pleaded not guilty to murder, arguing insanity and infanticide. Martin Van Beynen has been in court.

So close! The Football Ferns lose to Philppines. Imogen was there to watch India is accused of undermining its democratic institutions plus a stew that's been on the go for nearly 50 days and an otter with a taste for surfboards.

Lauren Dickason's police interview has been payed to the court in the trial after the deaths of her three daughters Martin Van Beynen has been in court

The football Ferns take on the Philippines tonight. Can they make it two in a row after beating Norway? Sky's Kristina Eddy brings us all her insight.

Stuff's Chief Political Correspondent, Tova O'Brien, give us her analysis of the impact of Kiri Allan's resignation. Quick fashion giants Temu and Shein are fighting for supremacy in the courts. The Football Ferns take on Philippines tonight, plus the tale of the climber and the lost teddy.

The Prime Minister has addressed the media over the resignation of Justice Minister Kiri Allan, after she was charged with careless use of a motor vehicle and refusing to accompany a police officer.

The Justice Minister, Kiri Allan, has resigned after being charged with careless use of a motor vehicle and refusing to accompany a police officer. Stuff's Political Editor, Luke Malpass, has the latest.

Weekend rests are off the cards as the political campaigns swing into action, including Winston Peters and New Zealand First as they attempt to hit the comeback trail. The excitement around the World Cup is growing and we have the lowdown on the games to watch this week. Plus a Stanford Uni research scandal and a mega creme egg theft.

Barbie's been a lot of things - a model, a nurse, an astronaut, a news editor ... and many other things, but aside from her jobs she's been a feminist icon and a feminist pariah. So is the new movie rehabbing her often divisive image? We spoke to Maria Teresa Hart, an expert on dolls who's just written a book about doll culture.

Horror over the shootings in Auckland ad many unanswered questions. Auckland Editor, Simon Plumb, shares the latest information. Kākāpō have been moved to the North Island and we preview the Fifa World Cup games on this weekend

PM Chris Hipkins has given a second update on the situation after the deadly shooting in Auckland this morning, assuring the public there is no ongoing risk and people should feel safe to go to events like the FIFA womens world cup matches.

Tova O'Brien is joining Stuff and is this special episode of Newsable she opens up about recovering after the demise of Today FM, what she has been doing for the last 3 months and the dread of missing out on covering an election.

The Football Ferns are opening the Fifa Women's World Cup tonight at Eden Park with a match against Norway. We have Sky's Commentator Kristina Eddy on to give us her thoughts on how the Ferns will perform. You can watch all 64 Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023 matches on Sky, or stream on Sky Sport Now. This weekend Stuff is launching a dedicated tournament hub online. We will be live streaming 26 games

Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has delivered an update on this morning's deadly shooting in central Auckland. Here's what he had to tell media.

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has just given the first update about this morning's shooting in central Auckland, confirming the deaths of two people and the shooter. Here's what he had to say.

A major police incident is unfolding in Auckland's CBD. A witness is with us.

Tova O'Brien is joining Stuff and she talks for the first time since the demise of Today FM. The Football Ferns open the Fifa Women's Football World Cup tonight plus how did we get in this cost of living crisis and the Barbie film on screen today.

A different picture of Lauren Dickason has been painted in court today .. as her husband was cross examined by her defence. Stuff's Martin Van Beynen is covering the trial.

Annual inflation has dropped to 6 per cent from 6.7. BNZ's Chief Economist, Mike Jones, goes through the implications of the fall and what it could mean for you

The Aussie state of Victoria says it can't host the Commonwealth Games. So we asked the tournament director of the Women's Rugby World Cup, Michelle Hooper, what needs to happen next? Do we finally know what the car sized, mysterious object that washed up on a beach north of Perth actually is? Plus loving NZ and scolding your fans.

The father of the three Timaru girls killed by their mother is appearing at her trial today. Graham Dickason's video interview with Police has already been played to the court. Stuff's Martin Van Beynen is covering the trial.

Labour has announced a new law and order policy making it an aggravating factor to use or reward a child for committing a crime. But has it hit the political nail on the head? We update you on the cold case break through in the Long Island murders, which have already been the subject of a Netflix doco and 2 podcasts. Plus a gaming world take over and the tale of the false chicken tikka pizza.

It wasn a story which shocked the country - three small children, who'd only been living in NZ a matter of days, found dead at their home by their father. Their mother is now in court over the deaths. Stuff reporter Martin Van Beynen is covering the trial and gave us this summary.

With large parts of Europe and the US baking, and deadly flooding in Asia, should we be heeding warnings about what's to come down here in Aotearoa? Plus, why Hollywood heavyweights are on strike, new research into how teenagers perceive their own bodies, and why are political slogans so lame?

More than 100 million users have signed up to the new social platform, Threads in a week - which is crazy! But will it last and how is it best used? To find out more we've turned to social media strategist and influencer, Kennedy Anderson

It's the second year we've had a Matariki national holiday, but it still sparks some controversy. Why, and who's struggling with the idea? Plus we discuss whether it's right for the holiday to be commercialised with retail sales.

The UK media is in a frenzy over the presenter scandal at the BBC, who's only just been named this morning. What does an unchanged official cash rate mean for our pockets? Plus tips to stop your mind racing when you get into bed and Fun Fact Fursday

The OCR has stayed the same, after a long run of recent rises. So is this the beginning of the turn? Property Academy host and economist Ed McKnight from Opes Partners joined us to break down the implications.

From Thursday, New Zealand will have a Grocery Commissioner. We ask Pierre van Heerden how he plans to hold supermarkets to account. The Prime Minister takes part in a Nato summit, the Eu is trying to regulate AI and the film with no publicity bar a single poster.

Japan could shortly begin releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukishima Nuclear Power Plant into the Pacific Ocean. We find out how safe the move is. A law change is suggested to make sure immigration dawn raids actually end plus we hear about guard donkeys and Emile shares "knock-knock" jokes.

The US is supplying Ukraine with cluster bombs, but why is the move so controversial? Thomas Nash is now a Wellington regional councillor, but for many years worked as a disarmament activist and he played a leading role in a Nobel Peace Prize-winning campaign to abolish nuclear weapons in 2017. He joins Newsable to explain what exactly cluster bombs are and why so many countries have agreed to ban them.

The US is supplying Ukraine with cluster bombs, why are they so controversial? What is in the new trade deal with the European Union for New Zealand plus faking being a football fanatic and snail racing.

They will be everywhere between now and October 14 - "bombshell" .. "game changing" .. "insert another adjective here" polls. But do they matter, and what can they actually tell us about the state of the race. Three experts join us for a chat about polls, when to pay attention - and when not to.

A climate record was set this week, and then it was broken again .. this week. How? Why? How bad is it? Plus it's been 500 days since Russia invaded Ukraine. We look at why new social app Threads is just not fun, and dish out some end of week goodness for Fun Fact Friday.

The rules around getting your money back after a scam aren't simple - and might need an update to deal with the new onslaught. Plus, we look at why people are getting outraged over Pickleball, what the LVR changes mean for your chance of buying a house, and how fast could you eat 60 hotdogs?

National Party leader Christopher Luxon talks us through how a government he leads would pay for some big policy platforms, plus is he worried about the rise of ACT stealing votes on the right. We discuss whether he's relatable for everyday kiwis, and find out the one policy idea from the current government he supports.

National party leader Christopher Luxon is with us to discuss how a government he leads would pay for new tough on crime policies. Plus we get some hacks on how to stay strong during Dry July. We review what could be the worst TV show ever made so you don't have to watch it, and why a tourism agency in the Philippines is apologising .. to the Philippines.

A bunch of influencers are under fire for partnering with controversial fast fashion brand, Shein. But what did they do which was so wrong .. and have we all got to shoulder part of the blame? Brett Staniland is an influencer, model, and sustainable fashion advocate. He joined us to discuss the issues around Shein, and the wider fast fashion industry.

Why is everyone so annoyed at news Tory Whanau got a bit drunk? We have some reckons. Plus we go into the Shein influence scandal which has shone a very bright spotlight on the whole industry of influencer marketing. We also get the lowdown on why there's so many scammy texts right now, and discuss more cost of living hacks.

Where the bargains might be amid a sign the housing market could be turning, plus a breakdown of petrol and public transport costs bouncing back up. The international phenomenon of post-pandemic 'trials' looks like it's coming here, plus - have you deliberately kept a money saving hack from friends or family?

The Football Ferns team to face the world's best has been named, with a clear look to the future of the sport. Sky's Kristina Eddy joins us to break down the team, and what it tells us about strategy for the world cup, right here on home soil.

With the spotlight focusing on the behaviour of yet another government minister, we delve into how this will be hitting the Prime Minister and Labour. Plus get ready for the disappearance of plastic bags from fruit and vege sections from Saturday and of course it's Fun Fact Friday.

Productivity in New Zealand probably dropped as Swifties queued online for a tickets to the shows in Australia - we have tales of success and disappointment, plus tips for the next release. We hear from Beijing how Chris Hipkins' talks there are going and would you practice living on Mars inside a specially created mock up for nearly 400 days?

How long can Vladimir Putin hang onto power in Russia, with what looks like a crumbling support network? New dieting research puts calorie counting and intermittent fasting head to head in a test ... and why are people on TikTok trying to use beer as a sunscreen?

Chris Hipkins is in China, about to meet with President Xi Jinping .. so will any controversial topics make it onto the agenda? We look at how the way you sleep could be damaging your brain, and we're still on our world records train - we've found someone with an obscure claim to fame! Could you set a world beating mark?

The Wagner Group almost put Vladimir Putin's leadership of Russia in danger ... and then pulled back when it made a deal with the Russian president. But how much has the drama damaged his power? Chris Hipkins is in China, we talk about the dangers of using Temu, and try to set a world record about drag queens. Yes, we actually try to set a record during the episode.

The Firearms Registry, brought in as part of a number of measures after the Mosque shootings, is now up and running. Is this the final piece in the gun control puzzle or an unfair burden on lawful gun owners?

He's won the Rugby World Cup, so which team does Sir Graham Henry think is "scary" ahead of this year's tournament? Plus he discusses his thoughts on Ian Foster's squad for the Rugby Championship, and whether Scott Robertson is the right man to lead the All Blacks next.

All five passengers on board the Titan submersible have died after what has been described as a "catastrophic implosion". The US Coast Guard has confirmed five parts of the vessel were found near bow of the Titanic wreck.

It's time! The Super Rugby final is this weekend and we've got Sir Graham Henry to share his thoughts about how it will all go down. Plus, why Australia’s issued Twitter with a “please explain”, a NZ firm behind the 4-day-working-week trend hits Time's Top 100, and Fun Fact Friday.

A State of Emergency has been declared in Gisborne, as the Waipaoa River rises after heavy flooding. We talk to Emergency Management's Ben Green for the very latest, with people evacuating their homes.

Another government minister bites the dust over conflicts of interest - so what’s the problem, and how can it be fixed? The pros and cons of renting vs owning, AI predicts song hits and would you call your baby after your favourite sports team?

Michael Wood has resigned as a minister, after more shares worth thousands of dollars were found in his portfolio, which he hadn't declared. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins held a media briefing today - here's the highlights.

Five people are in a small vehicle, missing near the wreck of the Titanic. The vehicle is called a submersible .. but how do you find the underwater equivalent of a needle in a haystack? Retired US Navy Captain Ray McCord joins Newsable to explain what's happening.

The Commerce Commission is to study the way banks operate, but what does that mean and why is it being done? Plus why is football plagued by racism? How do you split property when a polyamorous threesome breaks up? And why Aussies are saying goodbye to the pie.

Stuff's podcast The Trial, covering the trial of David Benbow has scored a major legal victory, setting a new precedent in New Zealand court reporting. We talk to General Counsel Genevieve O'Halloran about the judge's ruling that the podcast can stay up, and new episodes can be released.

Why do Auckland hospitals need to use a score card, that includes where you live and your ethnicity, to decide who gets surgery first? A public health expert explains what's going on. Plus how the first social media babies are reacting now they’re grown up, what China and the US will discuss when they sit down to talks and the worst plan ever to get to leave work early.

National wants longer sentences for gang members, just because they're gang members. So will the policy actually help bring down crime? We look at news Russia wants to move nuclear weapons into a neighbouring country, and go behind the scenes of the story of Corallee Collins-Annan ... is she NZ's Anna Delvey?

They're the "minor" parties with the support of around 1 in 5 of us - so are the Greens and ACT really that minor? Marama Davidson and David Seymour join us to discuss what they'll be looking for post election (depending on the results), how the smaller political forces can shift the bigger parties in new directions, and whether culture wars are playing a part in politics.

Our full interview with Sir Steve Hansen on what to expect from the Super Rugby finals this weekend, plus his thoughts on how the tournament needs to change. He also spills the beans about which team's on his radar internationally, and how to deal with the pressure of the Rugby World Cup.

Former World Cup winning coach Sir Steve Hansen joins us to preview the Super Rugby semifinals this weekend. We break down the impacts of recession in sixty seconds, and find out how Beyonce's affecting inflation in Sweden (honestly). Plus, join our campaign to create a new national championship!

As food prices hit new highs, when can we expect them to come down? Plus we update the story of the kids who survived 40 days in the Amazon after a plane crash. Is salt the more environmentally friendly option for your EV battery, and we finally .. finally .. eat some food suggested by AI.

With new figures showing houses in some suburbs have plummeted in value, what do you do if you own one of those houses? Property expert Ed McKnight joins us for a bonus ep to calm your nerves.

What actually is the weight loss drug on Hollywood's lips (and hips) .. and why you shouldn't just take it to get summer ready. How you could have a say on changing how NZ does democracy, why we're bananas for Barbie, and what AI meals are we making .. and eating?

What even is a wealth tax, and what impacts is it having elsewhere in the world? We'll ask whether the US government is hiding evidence of aliens from us all, and look at the perfect number of people to invite to a party, according to science. Plus, your questions about the economy answered - we're talking interest rates, and exchange rates.

Gene editing has become an election topic with National announcing it would loosen regulations. To explain the pros and cons we are joing by a bio-ethics expert from Otago Univeristy Josephine Johnston. A crisis summit is on today to try to stop primary school principals leaving in droves plus Trump's most serious charges to date and the rules around getting nude.

Guy Mongomery just won The Fred Award for Best New Zealand show at this year’s International Comedy Festival.. The spcial prize was created in honour of Kiwi comedy legend John Clarke and his character Fred Dagg. So we've got him on to explain all about how to do stand up comedy.

New York has some of the worst air quality in the world at the moment due to massive fires in Canada. We hear from the streets what it is like there at the moment. It has been a crazy week in politics. We'll tell you why, plus side hustles and Fun Fact Friday

Has money won out in the golfing merger between America's PGA and Saudi's LIV tour? We get the inside steer with Kiwi golfing icon Greg Turner. Why are India and China chucking out each other's journalists? The plan for AI to help you use up everything in your larder, plus the dire shortage of a key cocktail ingredient.

 Is almost everyone sick? That’s how it feels at the moment. We check in with the College of GPs to find out what’s going on. Does inflation have any silver linings? It does and we’ll let you know why, plus we’ve the secret to the best time of day to work out and Apple's augmented reality headset.

The global change which might make your petrol price jump up soon, and we have the numbers on how much of a brain drain to Aussie is happening right now. Prince Harry's in court suing a bunch of newspapers - we'll explain all that. Plus a surprising controversy - do you reheat your leftovers or eat them cold?

There’s a lot going on in the world of tech, stuff is moving FAST … and the thing is, there’s a lot of SNAKE OIL out there too.  So, we asked Allyn Robyns from tech policy think Tank Brainbox, to identify three burgeoning areas of technology that he’s EXCITED about, and three that he’s a bit SCARED of … but, naturally, he didn’t follow instructions …

A failed launch has resulted in a North Korean spy satellite crashing into the sea off South Korea. Why should we be worried about further attempts? Another weekend with surcharges, we explain when they're OK, plus why Connecticut is pardoning witches and Fun Fact Friday.

Recent reports indicate the housing market might be bottoming out, so we ask Stuff's business editor: is now the right time to buy? One of the tennis grand slams is using AI to stop social media abuse, a mystery over Russian mercenaries and the Chatham Islands, and what sort of animal handsome are you?

A row has blown up in Australia over the local branch of consultancy PWC, we explain what it's been accused of and why the federal government there is fuming. Plus can refs avoid being biased? Will the US settle a deal before it runs out of money? And a tale as American as apple pie - a record breaking lottery win followed by a lawsuit.

The 2018 census was a bit of a disaster and it looks like a repeat this year, but why is it important and what relevance does a dud load of stats have to you? Plus common mistakes using ChatGPT and how to sort them, will we have a recession or not? - and gross things not to do on a plane.

The Mama Hooch case has opened up discussion on sexual abuse. We hear from a criminologist who wants to know why so many men still feel entitled to force themselves on women .. and just a warning some might find this dialogue distressing. Plus how to overcome financial anxiety, backgrounding the Madeline McCann case, and is glass as sustainable as you thought?

Newsable has a lot of podcast friends at Stuff, but one, The Trial, has been ordered to stop publishing due to a legal challenge. Emile digs into why some platforms are treated differently to others, it seems, when it comes to court reporting.

We go behind the headlines of the horrifying Mama Hooch sexual assault case with a Stuff reporter who’s been covering it since day one. A warning - the details could be upsetting. Plus, why getting out in nature is something you should do right now; why New Zealanders are having lots of pretty average sex; and Fun Fact Friday!

The news is full of ram raids and robberies, but does our fear of crime match the reality? Is it the end of cash rate rises? Plus Stuff's film reviewer won't watch the new Little Mermaid movie... and orcas in the Mediterranean learn to ram boats

The Reserve Bank has announced the Official Cash Rate is going up 25 basis points to 5.5%. In this special episode, financial advisor Sue Tierney talks through how this might affect you.

Miami Zoo backs down over its treatment of a kiwi, including letting people pet it under bright lights. Plus we preview today's interest rate announcement, Tik Tok sues Montana and why German spies want to work from home. We also get the latest on the inquest into a missing boy and his stepfather. Please note some of the details of this case are distressing.

Western leaders could arm Ukraine with F16 fighter jets. They're not exactly stealth fighters, but could they ratchet up the war with Russia? Defence expert Terry Johanson shares his thoughts. We could reduce plastic pollution by 80% right now using current technology, according to a UN report. Plus we talk about the importance of good news with the bad - and parking tickets.

The inquest into one of Aotearoa's most baffling missing person cases starts ... so what are we going to learn? Plus, we'll break down the chaos currently happening in Pakistan. How you can show your support for your favourite local hospo haunt, and why Pauline Hanson's selling jumpers online to fight a racism lawsuit.

Eighteen and you're now an adult, but do you feel a bit of a fraud? Funnyman Chris Parker is here with all the advice you need to survive your early twenties.

The government’s spending plans are out, but will they make any difference to you? We have an expert on to make it all crystal clear. Elizabeth Holmes, US testing fraudster, might finally go to jail, plus the rise of non alcoholic drinks and the battle that is Fun Fact Friday!

Budget 2023 - the government's spending plan for the year is out. Who were the winners and losers? Stuff's political editor, Luke Malpass, is here to explain the top points.

The Loafers Lodge fire is now being investigated as arson, but could the building itself have been safer? We catch up with The Post editor Caitlin Cherry to find out more. It's Budget Day - just a yawn or worth a listen? Plus a whole town hoping to be jam packed with Kyles.

Wellington's mayor Tory Whanau, and a Stuff reporter who spent all day at the Loafers Lodge join us to discuss what happened, what's happening, and what happens next after this tragic incident.

Tala Sili, a resident of the Loafers Lodge in Wellington, has told reporters about jumping out of a window to escape the flames which gutted the building, killing several other people.

PM Chris Hipkins has spoken to media about the situation at the Loafers Lodge after a massive fire killed multiple people.

Fire and Emergency has called the fire at Wellington's Loafers Lodge a "worst nightmare" with dozens of people unaccounted for. Here's the latest updates from Tuesday morning.

How did things get so bad between Gore's 24 year old mayor and the council? With a no-confidence vote due today, we get the back story. What jobs will survive in the age of AI? Plus a budget preview and embarrassing email stuff ups.

It's thought billions may go undetected in lost tax and an expert tells Newsable other financial crime is barley looked at. The richest man in the world now has to decide which of his family will succeed him - it's real life Succession, plus returning kākāpō to the mainland and dining on the edge of space.

"Looking for a great story teller with heart" - Jason Gunn, ex What Now presenter, talks about the hunt for a new host and what makes the show special.

Medical researchers want the advertising of medicines banned over worries about safety and over-subscribing; we hear from one of those calling for change. US Congressman George Santos, caught out lying, now facing court. The delight of Eurovision this weekend - but first Fun Fact Friday.

Donald Trump has been found liable in a civil case of sex abuse, but will it dent his following? We head to New York for the latest details. Are ice baths doing you any good? We might have a few answers, as we search for the answer to the question - what even is country music?

A disaster expert joins us to explain how to cope with another round of flooding given the situation in the upper North Island again. Find out the scariest job about getting planes back in the sky after years in a desert because of covid, we'll explain if you need protein powder, and why Mark Zuckerberg is now an athlete.

Another round of serious weather has hit the upper North Island, closing roads and causing more flood damage to homes and businesses. Here's a bonus episode with what you need to know from emergency management, and MetService.

A New Zealand fashion brand is lagging in manufacturing transparency ratings in a report by Oxfam. What increased migration might mean for you. Do you love or loathe feijoas? Insta cook, Miss Polly, has some suggestions to win round the haters. Plus the song that could actually turn your alarm off, not on.

Why is NZ public transport always failing, when so many cities around the world do it so much better? Plus ... can it ever be fixed? We tell you how to recover from royal fatigue, tick off a Fun Fact Friday first, and break down the rumours about Taylor Swift's (alleged) new bad boy boyfriend.

If you've been hearing so much blah blah about the coronation but have no idea what is actually happening tonight ... here's a quick 101 to get you up to speed in just over 10 minutes. You're welcome.

Everything is beginning to fall into place for the King's coronation, now just a day away. We checked in with Christian Smith, a Kiwi in London, to find out if anticipation is building. With all this rain, we're all thinking about a bit of sun, but if Bali is your pick it could be more expensive as it's considering a charge for visitors. How do you make sure a comedian doesn't pick you to become part of the show? Stuff's Amberleigh Jack has some thoughts and it's fun Fact Friday!

Election year drama is starting already. We have Victoria University political scientist Dr Lara Greaves on to lift the lid on what's going on after Meka Whaitiri, a Labour minister outside cabinet, jumped ship. A recession might be looming, but it seems it's still an OK time to look for a new job. The US has hit its debt ceiling and is getting close to running out of money. Infometrics' Brad Olsen is on to explain more. Plus it's been used before and the diamonds are controversial; the crown Camilla will have placed on her head at the coronation.

The clap, or gonorrhea, is identified in New Zealand as a sexually transmitted infection, but as Stuff's Annemarie Quill from the Waikato Times tells us, it can also be caught from towels and flies. We get the low down on new social media platform, Blue Sky, from Allyn Robbins of tech policy thinktank Brainbox (and guess what the big attraction is? It isn't owned by Elon Musk!). We delve into why both Act and National are chasing the gunowner's vote plus the drama over the student who ate banana art.

Dunedin is struggling with cone thefts and Nina Brown from the student mag, Critic, has all the dirt. A Chinese manufacturer has made the world's most powerful battery, but what will change? How do economists work out what's going on in the economy? Plus the Oscars of fashion - we preview the Met Gala.

We have all googled our ailments for an online diagnosis. Now medical researchers are checking out how good ChatGPT is at offering medical advice. What are the implications of possible strike action by the Writers Guild of America? Worries that kids as young as eight are getting into vaping and of course the tension, the drama - the results from Fun Fact Friday! Who is going to come out on top this week?

The election year will soon heat up and we decided to take a look at the role of spin doctors -those in charge of forming the information that emerges during the political campaigns. We turned to Stuff’s former Political Editor, now current editor of the Sunday Star Times Tracy Watkins. And communications expert David Cormack who’s worked or volunteered for political parties across the spectrum. He's also one of the co-founders of PR firm Draper Cormack Group..

We’ve got exclusive figures showing more and more of us want to live in smaller spaces. A whole ecosystem is living on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch and we have a marine expert to explain the implications of coastal creatures making their homes in the open sea. Do we all need gentle television? Stuff's Jonny Mahon-Heap thinks so. And Fun Fact Friday!

Watch out! The flu season is hitting early and strains not seen for 5 years are re-appearing. We talk to the person who selects the best vaccine for us each season. We've been given a sneak preview of an interview with an actor from Ted Lasso. A bunch of previously undiscovered tiny marine worms have been found in Porirua inlet, but how to come up with 26 new names? Finally, Ed Sheeran is in court accused of music plagerism. Listen in as we hum a few random ditties that might use similar cord changes. Nothing copied of course.

The women's Football World Cup is going to be a massive event for New Zealand. So what have we done to get ready? Stuff's national correspondent Dana Johanesen has all the details. Avocados have hit $8 in some supermarkets. What's going on? Angus Simms from Wonky Box sheds some light on the avo situation. How might you, as a Facebook user, get a slice of a US$725m settlement of a privacy case? Spoiler alert, there could be 87 million others after a share. Share a thought for those royalists in the UK wanting to organise a picnic in the park to mark the coronation - councils are asking them to fill out health and safety forms!

The war in Ukraine is closing in on 500 days in length. So how could the conflict end .. if at all? In a special Newsable episode we'll look at four possible ways ... and one way we hope it doesn't end.

Air New Zealand is looking to shake up its snack menu. We've had some great Newsable listener suggestions, but we thought we'd find out how the search was going with Air New Zealand's Chief Snack Officer, Leanne Geraghty (really the Chief Customer and Sales Officer )

After a woman was driven part of the way in a British marathon, we ask what are some of the greatest sporting cheats? India's staggering population is set to overtake China. Lots of us have a long weekend, so how to ensure the best sleep? And of course, it's fun fact Friday!

How much beer is actuallly in your pint glass? Newsable investigates. Why does everyone want a trade deal with India? Dealing with slobby workmates and after a man jumped into the rhino enclosure in Auckland we find out more about these weighty beasts.

Workplace issues have hit the headines again - what can you do about bad behaviour? Who knew there were options - the best way to cut a cake. Why the special status of Florida's Disney World is under attack and major fail in a solider's side hustle.

How can they do it! - why Winnie the Pooh can be turned in a slasher film. The fight between army leaders in Sudan. What will inflation figures look like this week? Putting together shows at Coachella and we debate the best plane snacks.

There seems to be a glut of scam texts and insta posts floating around at the moment - is there, and why do they seem a bit .. basic? Plus what drove a Spanish woman to live in a cave for 500 days, and we weigh in on who the new James Bond should be after a clue from producers.

If you've ever thought that all the good TV shows appear at the same time, you might be right ... we'll explain. Plus, your feedback on what's getting too pricey at the supermarket.

A scabies outbreak amongst uni students is causing concern - we'll break down the 101 on how to avoid it, and what to do if you get it. WTF is going on with Three Waters, why hippos are being run over in Colombia, and we're back in the Fun Fact arena.

With news NZ salaries are at record highs, how should you ask for a payrise? Plus why groceries are so much cheaper in Australia. We'll explain the Fox News defamation case (it's wild) and why UK performances of The Bodyguard musical are degenerating into 'riots'.

Are the wild wind events hitting NZ actually tornadoes? Plus, find out if your phone is really listening to you. Why a massive leak of Pentagon documents could be just the start, and why Super Mario Bros is the biggest movie in the world right now.

China's engaging in military drills around Taiwan which our expert says are about "intimidation." What do we need to be aware of? Why quitting your job on TikTok could have some unintended consequences, and what's the biggest surprise about driving an Uber?

We're taking a wee Easter break (insert sleeping emoji) so while we have some Easter sleep ins and way too many hot cross buns, check out some award winning podcasts! Here's a teaser of Black Hands, about the Bain family murders, and you can find the first episode here.

We're taking a wee Easter break (insert sleeping emoji) so while we have some Easter sleep ins and way too many hot cross buns, check out some award winning podcasts! Here's a teaser of 2022 NZ Podcast of the Year, "The Commune" made by Adam Dudding and Eugene Bingham, and you can find the first episode here.

Could the Reserve Bank go too far with the OCR? Plus, why Finland joining NATO could be a bit of an issue. A kiwi's playing on golf's biggest stage, and should dogs be banned from putting their heads out car windows?

It’s Jacinda Ardern’s last day in parliament … the former PM surprising everyone when she announced her decision at the start of this year.  Here is how she said goodbye to Parliament, in full.

The former president of the United States has been indicted on 34 charges relating to hush money payments to a porn star, a playboy model, and a doorman who apparently had a story about Donald Trump fathering a child out of wedlock. Here's a bonus episode to bring you right up to speed with where we are right now.

Should we all be getting genetic tests like Chris Hemsworth to find out if we'll get Alzheimer's? We'll explain. It's Jacinda Ardern's last day in parliament, and we tell you that you may have been brushing your teeth wrong all these years. Awkward.

Paris has banned rental e-scooters, so should we follow suit in the name of safety? Plus if you don't have a clue what the OCR is, we'll explain and tell you why it matters even if you don't have a mortgage. Also, what's up with restaurants charging booking fees all of a sudden?

With a timeline for Donald Trump to front up in court, we look at how this might affect his run for president, and whether its true crowds in Rotorua cheered when he was indicted. New real estate figures are out and we've got three practical tips for first home buyers, plus .. why isn't it ok to get naked when you're getting changed after a swim?

A whole bunch of measures to help fight the rising cost of living kick in today - so are you going to benefit? Plus y'all had some HOT TAKES on what might be the TV GOAT.

The demise of an entire radio station could be bad news for Aotearoa, plus we find out why the weather's taken a turn for the very much worse and it's only March! Rules around how much sperm a man can donate, and the fourth edition of Fun Fact Friday - can Emile level the score?

What to do if your data is caught up in a massive corporate hack, and are vaccines for cancer on the way? We look at whether influencing is over .. and mammoth meatballs. Not big .. but made of mammoth. Yes, the ones which have been extinct millions of years.

If you think you use your phone too much ... chances are, you do. So how do you detox your digital existence? Well, we've got some tips for you in this bonus episode, with an expert in digital wellbeing!

Why tens of thousands of people are rioting in Israel, and we look at how NZ businesses are faring in the fight against climate change. Is it even possible to do a digital detox in 2023 (yes, apparently), and passive aggressive parking notes.

Is Succession (fourth season started last night) the GOAT of TV? Plus, do we all need to be so scared of nuclear power anymore? Why rising unemployment could be what our economy needs, and which company is making computer generated diverse models, instead of just hiring diverse people?

Is 'The Last of Us' about to come true, with a potentially deadly fungus on the move around the world? Plus, we'll look at how to shift from renter to buyer with some top tips to get into your own home. Why Afroman is suing US police, and PLEASE STOP SCARING YOUR CATS WITH CUCUMBERS.

We look at why some fans are flying to different continents to get cheaper concert tickets, and dive into more of the things which got you talking this week.

TikToK's CEO is fronting up at Congress in the US to totally convince everyone that China isn't spying, plus we get up to speed on the latest research around men taking the pill. Gwyneth Paltrow's in court over a skiing accident, and we're back with Fun Fact Friday.

What's behind the decision to let Posie Parker into NZ, and we deep dive into what's driving a wave of rioting in France. What happens to records set by athletes caught doping, and do you actually need a degree to get into the workforce?

Why does a change of coach matter so much to the All Blacks, plus what's the kerfuffle over Posie Parker trying to come to New Zealand? We'll find out how you can 3D print a cake, and debate the role of body doubles in international politics (as well as work out who we could double for).

Why are we still putting up with sneaky service fees being added to online purchases like concert tickets? Plus, the climate report to end all climate reports is just out. We look at the latest step in the unravelling of Boris Johnson's career, and whether a cup of tea with a bikkie is facing extinction.

Donald Trump says he's about to be arrested, but could this spark a sequel to the January 6 riots? Oh, and there's a warrant out for Vladimir Putin's arrest too! WILD. New research says money can buy happiness - BUT only up to a certain point. And what is the tastiest Easter egg?

Golf ponders changing the balls to make it harder to do massive drives, and should people with dyslexia be allowed flexible work start times? We talk digger competitions (you try pouring a cup of tea with a giant excavator), and Fun Fact Friday .. who'll claim bragging rights this week?

Why the teacher strike could be an ongoing headache for the government in election year, and did you know covid tracing is still happening? We look at why people are scared of phone calls and how to combat the fear, plus swearing at work; where's the line?

The Breakers are one game away from their first title since 2015 ... superfan Guy Williams is convinced they can do it. Should bigger cars have to drive slower to save the planet, and how much is being spent by people shopping while drunk?

With two US banks falling over, what could the ripple effects be? Plus, the latest political poll paints a rough picture for one party leader. Why warnings of recession won't go anywhere anytime soon, and what defines a chicken nugget .. vs a boneless wing?

Winners and losers on and off the champagne carpet - what you need to know to pretend you watched the whole ceremony without giving away 3 hours of your life. Plus, we go inside an Oscars party in LA.

We're running out of GPs at a rapid pace, so how do we get more of them into the health system? Plus, how tonnes of rubbish are affecting one of our most isolated and beautiful beaches. We've got an Oscars cheat sheet, and explain WTF is happening with Gary Lineker vs the BBC.

Could AI host a podcast? Spoiler alert - no. What to do if you start dating a celeb and they want you to sign an NDA. Why TikTok says you should boil your wooden spoons, and we debut FUN FACT FRIDAY - and we need your votes.

Surprise Uber Eats deliveries become the bane of an Auckland man's life, and full fat milk's making a comeback. What to do if you're a renter and the neighbour builds a massive house that blocks the sun, and yeah nah - should tall people have to stand at the back of gigs?

Should public servants be sacked for political opinions, and we "celebrate" International Women's Day with superstar comic Mel Bracewell. Tap into Harry Styles mania, and why is it so hard for King Charles to book a band to play at his big coronation party?

How much would making early childhood care free cost NZ, and should you have to get vape products from a chemist? We weigh into how much punishment streakers should get, and how to give your signature a professional makeover.

Leo, Arsenal FC fan, and Lobster Lover: Emile "Jampa Kunga" Donovan. Co-hosts Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells hadn't met before Newsable and thought it could be funky to interview each other. So, why was his career choice between fruit picking and journalism?

Wellingtonian, self-confessed theatre kid, and lover of Colin Firth: Imogen Wells. Co-hosts Emile Donovan and Imogen Wells hadn't met before Newsable and thought it could be funky to interview each other. So, what is she cooking if David Attenborough comes round for dinner?

PM Chris Hipkins discusses whether the public service is wasting money, and we look at rumours the Cyclone Gabrielle death toll was in the thousands. What makes Harry Styles so addictive for his fans, and what's the GOAT of pies?

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