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The Arts Go On Trial

 The Arts Go On Trial The Arts Go On Trial, 13.47 MB
Fri 16 Feb 2018

A new Theatre Production 'It's A Trial' debates the future of the arts. It incorporates a trial setting and pulls the audience into the debate. Producer Laura Kvigstad talks with the shows Producer, Joel Baxendale on the upcoming feature. 

How Long will the Bay be clean?

How Long will the Bay be clean? How Long will the Bay be clean? , 11.29 MB
Fri 16 Feb 2018

Kelly spoke with Geoff Reid, environmental activist and photographer, who is calling for a property developer that is building a gated community in Karepiro Bay to step down from his position on the board of Te Papa. Geoff explains the degradation that is occuring in the Okura marine reserve because of the malpractice surrounding the construction and environmental consideration.

A Little bit of Andrew with Lachlan

 A Little bit of Andrew with Lachlan A Little bit of Andrew with Lachlan, 25.34 MB
Thu 15 Feb 2018

Andrew Little joins Lachlan for their weekly chat. This week they discuss the Search and Surveillance Act 2012 as well as Treaty settlements.

"A picture of growing inequality:" Susan St John on the State of the Nation report

 "A picture of growing inequality:" Susan St John on the State of the Nation report "A picture of growing inequality:" Susan St John on the State of the Nation report, 14.23 MB
Thu 15 Feb 2018

The Salvation Army recently released their State of the Nation report, highlighting the struggle of low income families in Aotearoa. Lachlan spoke with Associate professor Susan St John of the Child Poverty Action Group about the report.

The Bryce is right: Dr Edwards on the National Party leadership race

 The Bryce is right: Dr Edwards on the National Party leadership race The Bryce is right: Dr Edwards on the National Party leadership race, 10.1 MB
Thu 15 Feb 2018

After Bill English announced his resignation on Tuesday, the National Party's leadership race began, with Simon Bridges, Judith Collins and Amy Adams currently standing for the position. Jemima talked to political commentator, Dr Bryce Edwards, about English's resignation, the pros and cons of each leadership candidate, the National Party leadership seclection process and who he thinks has got it in the bag. 

Maybe Adams

Maybe Adams Maybe Adams, 3.26 MB
Thu 15 Feb 2018

Last night National Party MP, Amy Adams, announced her candidacy for the National Party leadership race. Jemima spoke to Adams about why she chose to stand, what her opinion is on women in politics at the moment and what chances she thinks the National Party has of winning the election in 2020. 

The Wire with Lachlan: Thursday 15th February

 The Wire with Lachlan: Thursday 15th February The Wire with Lachlan: Thursday 15th February, 133.33 MB
Thu 15 Feb 2018

We speak to politics expert Dr Bryce Edwards about the National Party leadership contest, as well as one of the candidates, MP Amy Adams. There's also Justice Minister Andrew Little and Child Poverty Action Group economist Susan St John. Finally we have This Day in History, which takes us back to 1989.

A conversation around the University of Auckland's commitment to a Treaty Partnership

 The Treaty of Waitangi in a university context The Treaty of Waitangi in a university context , 19.26 MB
Wed 14 Feb 2018

What does a Treaty Partnership look like in the context of the University of Auckland? A conversation with Mohi Allen, one of the leaders of the Māori Students Association, and Professor David Williams of the law school.

The Wire with Lillian: Wednesday 14th February

Wednesday Wire Wednesday Wire, 31.34 MB
Wed 14 Feb 2018

On todays Wire show we have an entertaining Dear Science segment talking about a link between asparagus and cancer, the measurement of 'Mole', and the year of the periodic table. Lillian talks to Tracey Martin about nationals change in leadership. Producer Reuben Mclaren talks to SCOOP editor about the recent stock market crash. Lillian also investigates The Treaty of Waitangi and its role at the University of Auckland, and Lisa Boudet covers the upcoming Auckland Fringe festival. Lots of things happen in todays show, lots of people contribute to our stories and Dear Science is awesome as per usual. Tune in people.

The Cross Street Markets

 The Cross Street Markets The Cross Street Markets, 5.5 MB
Tue 13 Feb 2018

Producer Leonard Powell caught up with Alison Reid, co-founder of the Cross Street Markets. Alison discusses how the markets came to be, what you can expect at them, and also her view on the changing dynamic of Karangahape Road.