Radio New Zealand's funding freeze has been a highly discussed topic in the realm of New Zealand news media. bFM reporter Conor Knell spoke to Labour's spokesperson for broadcasting Clare Curran about the pledge to increase funding and the plans to transform the broadcaster into a multi-media platform.
Aotearoa New Zealand’s Active Investor Plus Visa, commonly known as the “golden visa”, has proposed changes by the government taking place from April 1st, which aim to "make it easier for foreign investors to invest in the country."
Senior Lecturer at the University of Auckland’s Department of Management and International Business, Dr Brent Burmester, opposes the changes and says they “miss the mark.”
Producer Amani spoke with Dr Burmester to find out more on why he thinks this, and which suggestions he has in order to improve it.
Jonny interviews Khruangbin ahead of the release of thier new album Mordechai.
They touch on the history of the band, the barn where they record all their music, recording an album with vocals, and the inspiration for the new record.
Another very special episode of U Up with Jack this week - listen as Jack dips the stations bow back into international waters and plays a selection of audible delights from around the world. @ me but don't @ me.
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