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A new report spells out just how serious a toll AI is taking on the environment, but some experts say actually, New Zealand could be the right place to develop AI infrastructure  A damning UN report spells out the dire consequences of Artificial Intelligence on the environment, but it's not all bad news Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The US Secretary of War put NZ's defence spending in the spotlight last week, calling us 'freeloaders', and forcing a conversation about how much we spend and whether our government can justify it The New Zealand Defence Force was one of the big winners in this year's budget, but the US Secretary of War says it's still not cutting it, calling NZ 'freeloaders' Find The Detail on...

Auckland's hidden threat: Scientist warns that an active fault line in our biggest city could generate a magnitude 6.8 earthquake Auckland residents are told they should be "alert but not alarmed" after the discovery of faultlines beneath the city's streets Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

A developing nation on the front line of climate change effects is being bashed with other major issues, including a fall off in tourism and the effects of the Iran war Sharon Brettkelly goes to Sri Lanka for a holiday - and finds a nation struggling with the effects of multiple world events outside its control Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The All Whites squad for this year's football World Cup is being described as our best ever - in spite of a horrendous loss for the first-up friendly The All Whites are in North America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and their campaign is about more than just Tim Payne Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

In spite of optimism that it can face down a raft of current headwinds, small breweries say the issues facing their businesses now are terrifying Hospitality-related headwinds aren't the only issue for craft breweries. They're facing uncertain futures in everything from CO2 supplies to keg leasing arrangements. Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more d...

The cars of the future are here, but an automotive expert is warning that giant touchscreens and confusing controls are putting drivers at risk There are growing safety concerns over modern car controls, prompting one car expert to request a specific dashboard change to avoid danger and harm on New Zealand roads Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The world is closely watching Ebola and Hantavirus, while fighting off pandemic fatigue The threat never went away - why Ebola and Hantavirus are putting global health systems back under pressure Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The auditions for the next James Bond have started, firing up the speculation as to who will fill Daniel Craig's tux and togs  There are certain requirements for an actor to play James Bond - some can be overlooked but others shouldn't be messed with Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Our women's cricket team are world champions at Twenty20, and there's a growing call to see them bowling a red ball The White Ferns are a highly successful team, and have even received pay equity - but without multi-day matches, they still don't have play equity Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The Greyhound industry in NZ is about to dissolve, but a last-minute plan could see some of the dogs continue racing across the ditch A charter flight full of greyhounds bound for a racing life in Australia is not illegal - and not confirmed yet - but critics say the plan doesn't match the spirit of an industry ban Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more de...

The real cost of living in paradise: the Queenstown housing crisis is leaves locals priced out and struggling Queenstown's million-dollar dream is turning into a housing nightmare as locals are priced out, homes sit empty, and homelessness grows Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Until today, stalking wasn't exactly legal, but it also wasn't a crime. New legislation criminalises stalking, giving victims a path to get help - and police the power to intervene. Police have long had to shoehorn stalking into a variety of other criminal offences, risking only the most serious complaints being taken seriously Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz f...

No action's been taken against Worldclear in spite of the Department of Internal Affairs expressing significant concerns The big story of a tiny New Zealand company that's made front page news on a website exposing international organised crime and corruption Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The latest headline grabbing-story about the decline of Meta and the irrelevance of Facebook ignores the reality - the platform is still a marketing behemoth Maybe the excitement of Facebook has faded, but that doesn't mean Meta is in a downward spiral Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

From the new kids to grand finalists in two short years, Auckland FC's fairytale rise has sparked football fever across New Zealand Auckland FC's incredible rise from expansion club to grand finalists in just two seasons has sparked football fever across New Zealand - and now the city is preparing for one of the biggest sporting weekends it has seen in years Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ...

The Government's announcement of massive public sector cuts has ramped up the election year battle - even between Coalition mates With less than a week until the Budget announcement, public service cuts of nearly 9000 jobs kicked off a political firestorm Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Immigration as an issue is being dressed up for the election and called a major social problem that needs to be solved - but an expert says that's not the reality In a recent poll immigration didn't even make the top 10 list of issues - but politicians are raising concerns over its effects Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The praise for a new plan for green credit trading was quickly forgotten as two more announcements landed in the headlines   A trio of decisions from the Beehive made for a big week for climate and the environment, with environmentalists and the opposition looking at the plans with a critical eye Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Te Tai Tokerau is becoming the new ground zero in a fierce battle for Māori political power Māori politics has erupted as Mariameno Kapa-Kingi launched a rival party, Te Pāti Māori fractures deepen, and the battle for the Māori vote heats up Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ   Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Broadcaster Simon Barnett reflects on life after Jodi, opening up his heart again, changing careers - and being beaten by a Black Fern on TV this month Broadcaster Simon Barnett talks about finding purpose after losing his beloved wife Jodi, smiling through heartbreak, and returning to reality TV this month Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

New research from Auckland University reveals why it's not entirely our own fault for loving junk food The marketers of ultra-processed foods have taken a leaf out of the tobacco industry's playbook to make their foods more addictive Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Trades trainers hope the shifting of government money from free university fees to vocational pathways will give students a better start in their work life University entrance has long been the gold standard result from our schools - but there's hope that planned changes will improve life for those who want to tread a different path Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz...

Political pressure, public distrust and a media in meltdown - the country is witnessing a reckoning for journalism New Zealand media is in the firing line, with political attacks, public distrust and a controversial high-profile resignation - so can newsrooms get back on track to regain public trust? Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

The Parliamentary Petitions Committee has taken the unusual step of recommending the government overhaul our fireworks laws by banning their sale to the public The days of yahooing, serious injury accidents, fires, and tragic animal deaths around November 5 may be numbered Find The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details