Technology correspondent Peter Griffin looks at Microsoft's stated breakthrough in quantum computing - can it deliver a practical quantum computer in a decade as it claims?

Jimmy talks to Kathryn about the latest in Palmerston North including delays in gastro related services, alcohol issues played a large part in court martial, rural roads have been upgraded, and a fizzy drink ban has been proposed.

Laura Caygill reviews Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico - translated by Sophie Hughes, published by Text Publishing

UK correspondent Lara Spirit joins Kathryn to talk about a sharp increase in inflation in the UK - where is risen most steeply and why?

The new year brought a new minister for the South Island, for the first time ever.

GPs here are struggling with what they say is inadequate funding and crippling workloads leading to burnout.

Tertiary sector leaders are warning the exodus of young people from the country will worsen if a funding reduction for the sector goes ahead, with the cost of studying in Australia getting close to the same as studying here.

For a long time the thinking on 'exercise before bed' was - don't do it. But is that changing?

Loneliness is well known as a factor impacting on wellbeing - including mental and physical health. But for many people, making friends as the years go by becomes more difficult.

It has been two years since Cyclone Gabrielle, Alexa talks to Kathryn about what has happened since.