Vintage Reggae 45s

A few weeks ago National announced that they will be cutting the Department of Conservation budget by 6.5%.

Several conservation groups and organisations have come forward to express the dangers of a cut like this one and the harms it will have on both conservation and the economy. 

Rawan spoke to the Chief Executive Officer of the World Wildlife Foundation New Zealand, Kayla Kingdon-bebb about what these cuts could mean for climate change, species extinction and tourism.

Playing the blues again.

White rabbits etc! 

This week's show featured new music from Mermaidens, Leisure, CHAI and more. Sam also takes a look at the new reissue of the classic Replacements album Tim.

E whai ake nei, coming up today on VA!

Liam spoke to Phil Elverum from Mount Eerie and The Microphones about their upcoming gig at Whammy Bar.

Frances speaks with Gene Rivers, Auckland Council Arts and Culture Programmer who runs the Stand Up Stand Out performing arts and music regional competition for high schoolers.

She also speaks with Sally McMath from Artspace Aotearoa about the launch of The Kit, a new subscription-based artist resource.

On Travelling Tunes with Dr Kirsten Zemke, we explore grime music. Kazu Makino of Blonde Redhead speaks to Rachel about the band's new album Sit Down For Dinner, out today. Litia Tuiburelevu is our Viewmaster, talking about the new season of her show Still Here. Swop from Yoko-Zuna, Kédu and Elisa are in the studio having a yarn about their upcoming gig at Neck of the Woods. Whakarongo mai nei!

Litia Tuiburelevu is our Viewmaster, talking about the new season of her show Still Here. Whakarongo mai nei!