The Briefing
New Zealand
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Call for law affecting people with limited decision-making ability to be axed
4:50 pm todayThe legislation requires such significant reform it needs to be replaced, the Law Commission says.
Newshub's Mike McRoberts to end career as news presenter when newsroom closes
A timeline of the Rimutaka Prison corruption and bribery scandal
Politics
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Ministry proposes cutting one of its two senior fire engineers
9:54 am todayThe public sector cuts are poised to take out a big chunk of expertise at the country's building regulator.
Watch: Christopher Luxon speaks to media in Manila
Luxon: Waitangi Tribunal comments from coalition parties 'ill considered'
Sport
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'There's a lot more fight in them' – Blues praise improved Australian showing
5:11 pm todayBlues coach Vern Cotter and skipper Patrick Tuipulotu have been impressed with what they've seen so far from across the ditch.
Jordie Barrett's move to Ireland and the ripple effect it can cause
15-strong NZ athletics team named for Olympics
Business
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Latest job stats show public sector cuts being felt
1:35 pm todayTrade Me data showed listings for jobs in central government were down 77 percent year on year. Audio
Economy not expected to improve until mid-2025 - Infometrics
Air NZ extends pause on Chicago service over engine 'challenges'
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Featured stories
Dave Letele on gangs, bootcamps and why he fell out with the Prime Minister
WATCH - Social activist and former boxer Dave Letele sits down with Guyon Espiner. Video, Audio
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Kiwi company leads the charge in home energy technology
Next month, the Christchurch company ArcActive will take its lead-acid battery systems into commercial production. Audio
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At the Movies - Origin
Origin is a serious, well-cast film that presents some fresh and intriguing ideas about racism, says Simon Morris. Video, Audio
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How looking ahead can help minimise regret
Too often the fear of loss makes people stick around when they should pivot, says science writer David Robson. Audio
In Case You Missed It
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How many public sector roles are going, and from where?
1:19 pm todayJobs are on the chopping block as the sector scrambles to meet the Finance Minister's cost-cutting targets.
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What Kiwi Indians think of the election at home
4:36 pm todayWith nearly 968 million people expected to vote, India's 2024 general election will be the world's largest.
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How three men get unprecedented power from a coalition bill
2:47 pm todayWhat is the Fast Track Approval Bill and why do experts say it's a step beyond even the Muldoon era?
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Man locked up half his life cleared to make Supreme Court appeal
4:36 pm todayThe man has never stood trial, but has been detained for 18 years because he is considered too dangerous to release.
RNZ Music
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From Belgium to Samoa via Aotearoa
Belgian classical crossover pianist Daniel Verstappen is coming to Auckland for a cultural crossover gig with Samoan New Zealander Dr Opeloge Ah Sam. Joe Harrop from the Black Quartet is the middle man. Video, Audio
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Embrace the music and dance
Ahead of the Royal NZ Ballet's Aotearoa tour performing Swan Lake, the company's executive director chooses some of his favourite music. Video, Audio
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Here are the finalists for the 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards
Stan Walker and Avantdale Bowling Club's Tom Scott are leading nominations for the 2024 Aotearoa Music Awards.
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Classical and kapa haka combine to honour Māori Battalion
Bryan Crump talks with musicians involved in the Orpheus Choir's next concert on 20 April, which features Karl Jenkins' "The Armed Man" and a work by Takerei Komene, "E Kiwi E". It's the world premiere of their work, a tribute to the 28th Māori Battalion. Video, Audio
In Depth
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Minister accused of 'gaslighting' over Fast Track questions
The Green Party says Chris Bishop's suggestion members of the public could submit their own projects under the Fast Track Bill is dismissive.
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What made PM Luxon go cold on Dave Letele
Community leader Dave Letele considered Christopher Luxon a friend - until the PM reacted badly to an open letter he signed decrying racism.
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Pay cuts for netballers likely after Sky TV's 'low-ball' deal
Millions of dollars have been cut from netball's broadcast deal amidst efforts to join Australian league.
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'Very significant' rise in home insurance premiums revealed
Where premiums are up the most, where it's hardest to get quotes, and why it might be a sign of worse to come.
What You Need to Know
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Where public sector job cuts are coming from so far
Smaller agencies are making deepest cuts as they look to save costs, RNZ data shows.
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What new research about the pandemic shows
And how New Zealand's experience with Covid-19 was very different to most of the world.
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Explainer: Why do we commemorate Anzac Day?
On April 25 each year, New Zealanders at home and around the world mark Anzac Day. Do you know why?
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Proposed anti-gang laws: What you need to know
We've been hearing a lot about anti-gang measures, with new legislation going through Parliament. RNZ is here to explain what it's all about.
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Comment & Analysis
Are rugby stadiums really worth it?
Opinion - Large stadiums are sold as an economic boon, but the reality is they tend to require significant investment, Robert Hamlin writes.
Truancy: By-the-numbers solutions aren't enough
Analysis - School truancy has been a concern across the political spectrum for years, but proposed solutions have largely failed.
5 reasons why the Fast-track Approvals Bill threatens NZ's fragile ecosystems
Opinion - The bill emphasizes short-term economic gain, but risks further eroding Aotearoa's natural environment and reducing biodiversity, Margaret Stanley wri…
Have New Zealanders been misled about AUKUS?
Analysis - New Zealand involvement in pillar two of the military deal would represent a seismic shift.