Nine To Noon

The Department of Internal Affairs has confirmed millions of dollars that should have been paid out in community grants, was instead used by pokie operators for their own expenses.

The People vs Robodebt tells the story of how Australia's disastrous Centrelink debt recovery scheme was brought down.

So how can families best prepare, and what can be done to alleviate watery eyes and runny noses in our tamariki? Dr Amy Chan is an associate professor of pharmacy at Auckland University.

Tech correspondent Alex Sims looks at how it's been weaponised amid the AI race, and whether we need to see Luddites in a different light.

Christchurch infrastructure and heritage are in the spotlight as the council investigates recurring pothole damage on newly repaired Flockton Street, and the quake-damaged 1930s New City Hotel nears full restoration.

Pacific correspondent Christina Persico looks at the impact of Hurricane Lowell in Hawaii, Australia's moves to deport asylum seekers to Naoero (formerly Nauru).

From his early days at Elam to his distinctive public sculptures and the creation of Zealandia Sculpture Garden, his work has become an important part of Aotearoa's artistic landscape.

UK correspondent Steph Spyro on the PM's defence of his Government's ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank. Reform UK says it would ban face coverings like burkas and balaclavas. Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly "surprised" at the King's formal reiteration that they're not working royals.

Research into sleep, depression and other mental health challenges specifically among Pacific youth.

There's pushback against counterfeit goods, from designer bags to toys, as consumers complain about the devaluing of their authentic branded products.