Scientists from the University of Auckland medical school are working to developing a device to deliver medication deep into the ear to help prevent deafness.

Captain Charles Moore discovered the 'Great Pacific Garbage Patch' in 1997 and he has spent much of his life revealing how pervasive plastic is in our oceans.

The Dental Association warns more people are turning to the toolbox to fix their teeth, due to the rising cost of appointments.

Film and TV reviewer Tamar Munch joins Kathryn to talk about documentary Beyond Utopia (DocPlay) which looks at the network of safe houses and "underground railroads" used by North Korean defectors to get to freedom.

It is a vexed issue for many parents, how to navigate the social media tightrope with their children and be aware of the dangers.

Technology correspondent Bill Bennett breaks down the end of the relationship between Australian media and Meta, which walked away from the country's news media bargaining code.

TVNZ is looking to cut 68 jobs from the business. The company - which at December had 735 full-time employees - recently reported a half-year loss of $16.8 million.

The Hamilton City Council has voted to ask Hamiltonians if they were willing to cut staff and services as rates are set to rise. There's concern for some children living in emergency housing have nowhere to play. Libby also talks to Kathryn about some unwanted reptiles in Waikato waterways, and Hamilton has a new temporary art feature, the Boon Sculpture Trail.

Dean Bedford reviews Marcia Williams: The Life and Times of Baroness Falkender by Linda McDougall published by Biteback Publishing

Natano Keni and Sarita So are both actors, writers and directors, as well as co-founders of their production company I Ken So...and also, husband and wife.