This episode includes 10 news blocks. The changes will apply from the beginning of next month. Experts and drug safety advocates fear social media is driving a dangerous search for the perfect body. Commuters in the capital faced delays of up to an hour. Southland's mayor wants the region's four existing councils to merge into two unitary authorities Midwifery is a "significant" commitment and lifestyle and it's time to look at how to support it and make it sustainable, the College of Midwives… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 20 news blocks. NZ's National Cyber Security Centre warns organisations to get ready for 'a significant increase in vulnerabilities and incidents'. One of the biggest drivers for health insurance claims last year was heart disease. Federation of Islamic Associations says community leaders want an urgent meeting with the prime minister. Kindergartens Aotearoa is expecting to see an increase of less than the rate of inflation in next week's Budget. The government has given c… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.

This episode includes 17 news blocks. Coastguard said a member of the public raised the alarm just after 5.30pm, prompting volunteers to launch a rescue vessel. The Grammy-winning producer has worked with some of the world's biggest stars, but the Auckland-based Big Fan project is what gets him really fired up. One councillor has proposed building an ice rink in the square which could be use to host major figure skating events. The body was located on Saturday morning near the Whakatāne River e… Disclaimer: This episode is assembled from publicly available sources (for example, RNZ and similar outlets) for educational purposes only; the script and audio are generated by AI and may contain errors, omissions, or interpretive bias; this is a non-profit project and does not constitute news, legal, medical, or investment advice.