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THE SUNDAY SESSION WITH FRANCESCA RUDKIN
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Joan's Picks: The Hunter and The Long and Winding Road
The Hunter by Tana French. Sequel to her earlier book, The Searcher though can easily be read on its own. Cal is a retired Chicago detective who’s moved to a small...
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Megan Singleton's highlights and recommendations out of Perth, Australia
Travel expert and BloggerAtLarge writer Megan Singleton has been seeing the sights across the ditch in Perth. Megan's been taking in the sights of the city and touring...
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The Sunday Panel: What happens next for the Green Party?
This week on the Sunday Panel, political commentator and Director at Capital, Ben Thomas, and TV producer and commentator Irene Gardiner joined in on a discussion...
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Erin O'Hara: Why is obesity climbing in New Zealand?
New data has confirmed New Zealand is getting fatter every year, with obesity stats reaching new heights. Excess weight is problematic for numerous health conditions...
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Mike Van de Elzen: Potatoes with wilted greens and anchovy cream
Potatoes with wilted greens and anchovy cream: Cook time: 20 minutes Prep time: 30 minutes Serves: 6 1 kg little farm potatoes, washed 10 cloves garlic 300 ml milk 6...
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The puzzle of menopause: Is it linked to a longer lifespan?
For most women, menopause is a natural phase of life and part of biological ageing. While the symptoms that go with it may be challenging, this week new science...
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Inner Critic to Inner Coach: Expert unpacks imposter syndrome in new book
Research shows an estimated 70 percent of people will experience impostor syndrome at least once in their lives. It's been revealed that several big names have been...
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Lee Tamahori returns with pre-colonial era period piece, The Convert
The award-winning director behind Once Were Warriors, Along Came a Spider and the James Bond vehicle Die Another Day has returned to his Kiwi roots in his newest...
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Adam Pearse: The Darleen Tana allegations come at a critical point for the Greens
More bad press for the Greens, as one MP has been caught at the centre of an exploitation scandal. Green MP Darleen Tana ha been stood down after allegations of...
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Calls to improve education system to better support neurodiverse students
A registered psychologist believes more action needs to be taken to help neurodiverse learners in the classroom. Next Monday marks the second-annual Neurodiversity...
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Author and academic Abraham Verghese 'excited' ahead of Auckland Writer's Festival appearance
Abraham Verghese is a renowned infectious disease doctor, a professor and vice chair at Stanford University and a recipient of America’s National Humanities Medal. He's...
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Consumer NZ determined to uncover the scope of 'greenwashing' issues
A call to action from Consumer NZ to help get on top of false environmentally-friendly claims on our products. It says issues of 'greenwashing' are rising, and it...
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NZ needs 125,000 extra houses to keep up with high migration- Westpac
Westpac Bank says New Zealand will need to ramp up house-building prowess to keep up with increased migration. The bank estimates 125,000 homes will need to be built...
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Francesca Rudkin: Why are we so obsessed with Princess Kate?
OK. So what am I missing? Why are we so obsessed with Princess Kate? How did we go from some simple facts - abdominal surgery, recovery and back to work after Easter...
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Joan's picks: The Warm Hands of Ghosts and Beyond Hope
The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden. Set during WW1, Laura Iven is a nurse who returns from the battleground to her native Halifax, where her parents are...
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Air New Zealand urges travellers to follow carry-on luggage rules
Air New Zealand is cracking down on travellers who abuse the limits for carry-on luggage. The airline has noticed people are trying to get around the 7 kilogram,...
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The Sunday Panel: What will Chlöe Swarbrick bring to the Green Party?
This week on the Sunday Panel, Coast day host Lorna Riley and Damien Venuto from One Plus One Communications joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Erin O'Hara: How can we control and reduce food cravings?
Everyone struggles with craving sweet, salty and crunchy snacks- how can we fight these urges? Wellness expert Erin O'Hara says it's important to pay attention to...
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Mike Van de Elzen: Smokey marinated eggplant
Smokey marinated eggplant: Cook time: 20 minutes Prep time: 20 minutes Serves: 4-6 2 eggplants, sliced lengthways into 1cm thick slices 1 cup oregano leaves 2 cups...
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Science reveals why Labradors are more likely to be fat
Is your dog fat? If it’s a Labrador, then science now provides an excuse.All dog owners know the challenge of resisting your pet's big, sad eyes as they beg for...
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Money and economics examined and explained in Liam Dann's new guide
Veteran business journalist Liam Dann aims to educate readers about business, money and the economy in his new guide- 'BBQ Economics'. The book is designed to answer...
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Oscars 2024: Who will bring home the gold?
Grab some popcorn, because it's almost time for the 2024 Oscars. Hollywood's biggest night will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel on Monday (NZT) and will see some of the...
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45 years of music: UB40 launch new single ahead of anniversary
Reggae band UB40 have released their first single in over three years to celebrate their upcoming anniversary. The band has a new album, UB45, out this April to...
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School library shortage raises concerns about educational future
The School Library Association warns that a 'critical' educational resource is gradually fading away. New data estimates two thirds of schools don't have working...
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Government's cancer health target misses key steps, claims expert
The Government's new cancer health target is being described as easy to measure- but unlikely to make a difference. The target aims for 90 percent of patients to...