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First landings: Archaeologist Atholl Anderson returns to Ngāi Tahu tales

In updated history of southern Māori, Atholl Anderson draws on whakapapa to tell survival.

When the new net went fishing: How the Māori fishing industry became an economic powerhouse

Doco on "Sealord deal" avoids the legalese that might otherwise leave us floundering.

Could ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other neurodivergences provide a competitive edge at work?

The Kiwis finding neurodivergency brings them extra workplace firepower.

Listener weekly quiz: August 13

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Why hobbies are thriving in the digital age

The five ways that a hobby contributes to wellbeing - and the people who prove it's true.

Roofless people: Has the coalition put a wrecking ball through public housing?

Almost 100 years of govt policy and the very idea of state housing is now in question.

Listener weekly quiz: August 6

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Street fighting men: The awful allure of run it straight

Why, despite deadly risks, are thrill-seekers chasing fame and cash in brutal new games?

‘I just want to work’: The reality of life after redundancy

As job losses rise, highly skilled NZers are trying to turn redundancy into new beginnings

Why NZ may raise glyphosate limits – and who’s pushing back

A proposed 100-fold rise in permitted glyphosate residue in food hits fierce opposition.

The Bigger Picture: End of the rainbow

July 10 marks the 40th anniversary of the bombing of the Rainbow Warrior.

Listener weekly quiz: July 9

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The mystery of Minnie Dean: Was the only woman executed by law in New Zealand innocent?

Notorious "baby farmer” Minnie Dean hanged for infanticide but did the judge get it right?

30 Under 30 - the young New Zealanders shaping our future

From advocacy and arts to science and sport, meet our most promising young NZers.

Book of the day: Model Home by Rivers Solomon

A fresh take on a well-worn horror motif triumphs in the detail.

Dame Fiona Kidman on why she’s fighting for a beloved writers’ residency

Funding cut threatens 20-year literary sanctuary.