National is spending millions to bail out Golden Bay Cement. But when Watties and Heinz faced closure, the Government turned its back. So why do some companies get rescued while others are left to fail? A look back at the history of bailouts, who gets saved and who doesn't?

On September 5, 2025, Julia DeLuney was sentenced to 18 years in jail for the murder of her mother. RNZ's Kate Green covered the trial which heard details of how 79-year-old Helen Gregory was brutally killed in her own home.

Suzy sings her new song 'Plane Ride', Sammy & the Fam do 'Favourites', and there's 'Nga Mahi o te Ata' from Kia Whanake. Plus, kids talk about their cats, we go to space for Fun Facts, and Kaira talks about a book she loved.

The reasons to eat insects, whether nanny states make us healthier, and why smart people make dumb money decisions are some of the talks on offer at this year's Raising the Bar event

A wrap of the day's big stories

PM still standing after repeat defeat of foes. Also: MediaWorks sold offshore, commentator heads for court over claims made online, are NZ media audiences maturing? And Tangy Fruits were lame.

In a world of fast fashion - sewing your own clothes might be the ultimate way to slow down.

The Pacific Music Awards are back for their 22nd year - with 33 artists up for awards.

Christian Smith dials in from London with news from the other side of the world.

As a home for cinema and live performance, it's entertained generations of Southlanders.