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Farming

Innovation to detect facial eczema in cows + sheep could save Govt $250 million a year

Pam and Frey Livingston are working on the RAT test-like product that could make a previously invisible disease both identifiable and treatable.

Jayden Holmes

1 hour ago
Food and Drink

Japanese 'star festival' celebrations ready for Auckland

The Tanabata festival of stars runs from July 1 to August 13 and can be celebrated a the MASU restaurant in Auckland CBD.

Jayden Holmes

2 hours ago
Health

Auckland mother lucky to be alive after becoming 'vegetable' in palliative care

"She couldn't move, couldn't speak. She was frothing at the mouth."

Zarina Hewlett

2 hours ago

Employment

Care + support workers Union hoping for quick pay equity negotiation

Legislation has passed which gives the sector a three percent pay increase for 18 months as negotiations continue.

Jayden Holmes

12 minutes ago
Rural

New research suggests red meat is a better source of protein than plant-based alternatives

'We might see other differences between the three meats with other parameters, like long-chain fatty acids, but we're still to look at those things.'

Portia Campbell

1 minute ago
Health

'Know your stuff' on Fentanyl in NZ + how to stay safe

12 people in Wairarapa ended up in hospital over the weekend after accidentally overdosing on fentanyl.

George FM

5 hours ago
World

Airbnb announces global ban on all parties and events at their listings

This includes a cap on occupancy at 16, consistent with Airbnb community policies.

The Edge

5 hours ago

Today FM 101.

Today FM 101

Roe vs Wade: Why is it being rolled back in 2022?

The Roe vs Wade story has been top of every news feed around the world this week, including here in New Zealand.

Simon Morrow

28 June 2022
Today FM 101

The story behind NZ's new public holiday - Matariki

This episode of Today FM 101 looks at New Zealand's new public holiday Matariki, with Astronomy Presenter and Educator Olive Karena-Lockyer sharing the history.

Simon Morrow

21 June 2022
Today FM 101

Capitol Riot Hearings: What's the point? And why do they matter?

World News Editor Kate Gregan explains in this edition of Today FM 101.

Simon Morrow

14 June 2022
Today FM 101

'BoJo' survives, but could a rule change see his job under threat again?

World News Editor Kate Gregan explains in this edition of Today FM 101.

Kate Gregan

7 June 2022
Today FM 101

Americans and their guns: Why the NRA holds all the power

This episode of Today FM 101 looks at the controversial gun reform laws in the United States.

Simon Morrow

31 May 2022

TODAY FM OPINION.

Opinion

New month, stop overthinking

Overthinking ruins friendships and relationships. Overthinking creates problems you never had. Don't overthink, just overflow with good vibes.

Trudi Nelson

13 hours ago
Opinion

Big, bad, deadly drugs like fentanyl have got to be stopped

We need to know what’s out there.

Tova O'Brien

30 June 2022
Opinion

COVID is having an effect on our wider health

With all the focus on physical survival, mental health was put on the back burner. However, concerns have started building up big time.

Trudi Nelson

30 June 2022
Opinion

Where do we draw the line at politicians being disingenuous, hypocritical even?

Let’s take a look at three case studies: Christopher Luxon, Nanaia Mahuta and Efeso Collins

Tova O'Brien

29 June 2022
Opinion

Legislation, regulation: How we fix NZ's failing war on drugs

As a nation, we’re wasting money and resource policing something that people will always find a way to supply and take.

Wilhelmina Shrimpton

28 June 2022

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TRENDING.

Christopher Luxon

Luxon's 'strongest stance' on abortion Tova's ever heard...

The National leader doubles down on his stance on abortion and what happens if they are elected

Oscar Jackson

29 June 2022

Opinion

Politicians: Give them an inch, they take hundreds of thousands of dollars

Kiritapu Allan’s first big play in her new gig as Justice Minister to address the absolute farce that is the law governing political donations was bold

Tova O'Brien

28 June 2022
Opinion

Let's talk about sex work

The internet has well and truly made the sex industry more accessible, to the point where it’s scary, disturbing and confronting.

Wilhelmina Shrimpton

27 June 2022

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Events/win.

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Event

Today FM brings you Chris Rock live in NZ this August

Comic genius Chris Rock is bringing his 'Ego Death' world tour to New Zealand this August.
Event

Today FM presents Bret McKenzie

One of New Zealand’s most celebrated and treasured sons returns home touring this September.

NATIONAL.

Employment

Care + support workers Union hoping for quick pay equity negotiation

Legislation has passed which gives the sector a three percent pay increase for 18 months as negotiations continue.

Jayden Holmes

12 minutes ago
Health

Auckland mother lucky to be alive after becoming 'vegetable' in palliative care

"She couldn't move, couldn't speak. She was frothing at the mouth."

Zarina Hewlett

2 hours ago
Health

'Know your stuff' on Fentanyl in NZ + how to stay safe

12 people in Wairarapa ended up in hospital over the weekend after accidentally overdosing on fentanyl.

George FM

5 hours ago
Politics

'Huge opportunities': Govt champions EU free trade deal

Trade Minister Damien O’Connor disagrees deal has messed things up for farmers.

Zarina Hewlett

8 hours ago
Transport

'An electric welcome' for travellers at Wellington airport

Metlink's airport express bus is set for take-off.

Grady Connell

9 hours ago

sport.

Rugby

Crusaders flyer earns first All Blacks callup for 2022 test opener

Leicester Fainga'anuku will start on the wing against Ireland on Saturday night.

Brad Lewis

30 June 2022
Cricket

Former Blackcaps ace McCullum sends English warning to cricket world

"The alarm bells have probably gone off somewhat around world cricket."

Reuters

29 June 2022
Rugby

Does COVID outbreak threaten All Blacks' 28-year Eden Park dominance?

Will Jordan is the latest frontline player to be struck down with the virus.

Brad Lewis

28 June 2022
Blackcaps

Blackcaps swept 3-0 in England test series

Former Blackcap Brendan McCullum has secured his first series victory with England winning all three tests.

Glen Larmer

28 June 2022
Blackcaps

England looking likely to close out test series sweep

England need just 113 runs and have eight wickets in hand with day five starting around 10 pm on Monday night.

Jayden Holmes

27 June 2022

world.

Food and Drink

Japanese 'star festival' celebrations ready for Auckland

The Tanabata festival of stars runs from July 1 to August 13 and can be celebrated a the MASU restaurant in Auckland CBD.

Jayden Holmes

2 hours ago
World

Airbnb announces global ban on all parties and events at their listings

This includes a cap on occupancy at 16, consistent with Airbnb community policies.

The Edge

5 hours ago
Asia

Chinese president Xi Jinping overseeing Hong Kong 25th-anniversary celebrations

The government is promoting the anniversary as a new chapter of prosperity for the city.

Grady Connell

14 hours ago
Trade

NZ secures free trade deal with European Union

It axes tariffs for all kiwifruit, wine, onions, apples, mānuka honey and manufactured goods, as well as almost all seafood.

Grace Cocker

14 hours ago
Russia

Russia ramps up attacks in Ukraine following landmark NATO summit

Russian news sources quoted Putin saying he could not rule out that tensions would emerge in Moscow's relations with Helsinki and Stockholm over their joining NATO.

Reuters

23 hours ago

Business.

Employment

Care + support workers Union hoping for quick pay equity negotiation

Legislation has passed which gives the sector a three percent pay increase for 18 months as negotiations continue.

Jayden Holmes

12 minutes ago
Housing

Renters rejoice as number of listed properties reaches all-time high

Demand for rentals has fallen by eight percent nationwide.

Jayden Holmes

30 June 2022
Employment

Pay transparency the 'top priority' in eliminating gender pay gap

'We know from overseas experience that that can have a positive impact."

Jayden Holmes

30 June 2022
Money

Money expert breaks down mortgage limits punishing first-home buyers

Westpac has become the third major bank to limit mortgages following a pause of low deposit lending by ASB and ANZ

Grady Connell

30 June 2022
Opinion

Politicians: Give them an inch, they take hundreds of thousands of dollars

Kiritapu Allan’s first big play in her new gig as Justice Minister to address the absolute farce that is the law governing political donations was bold

Tova O'Brien

28 June 2022

Politics.

Politics

'Huge opportunities': Govt champions EU free trade deal

Trade Minister Damien O’Connor disagrees deal has messed things up for farmers.

Zarina Hewlett

8 hours ago
Nursing

Little continues to push against residency fast-track for nurses

The Health Minister is staunchly defending the government's decision not to add nurses to the immigration priority list.

Grady Connell

11 hours ago
Trade

NZ secures free trade deal with European Union

It axes tariffs for all kiwifruit, wine, onions, apples, mānuka honey and manufactured goods, as well as almost all seafood.

Grace Cocker

14 hours ago
National Party

Reti hits out at timing of Govt's health structure reform

He worries the local voice will disappear under a centralised leadership structure.

Jayden Holmes

30 June 2022
Housing

Acting PM Grant Robertson grilled on housing by Tova

The Deputy and acting Prime Minister joined Tova on Thursday morning while Ardern addresses NATO

Oscar Jackson

30 June 2022

Technology.

Apps

Time ticking on popular social media app with NZ regulation proposed

Is TikTok a surveillance tool for the Chinese Communist Party?

Grady Connell

10 hours ago
Motoring

An electric car that charges itself?

Lightyear has developed a solar-powered electric car and claims you can drive their car for months without charging.

Grady Connell

30 June 2022
National

$76 million for new strategy to prevent & minimise gambling harm

It will include expanded digital services, education, a de-stigmatisation initiative, and better support for vulnerable communities.

Caitlin Ellis

27 June 2022
Opinion

Let's talk about sex work

The internet has well and truly made the sex industry more accessible, to the point where it’s scary, disturbing and confronting.

Wilhelmina Shrimpton

27 June 2022
Exclusive

Children as young as five sharing partially or fully naked photos of themselves online

The formula is simple... the less you wear the more money you make.

Grady Connell

27 June 2022

Lifestyle.

Food and Drink

Japanese 'star festival' celebrations ready for Auckland

The Tanabata festival of stars runs from July 1 to August 13 and can be celebrated a the MASU restaurant in Auckland CBD.

Jayden Holmes

2 hours ago
World

Airbnb announces global ban on all parties and events at their listings

This includes a cap on occupancy at 16, consistent with Airbnb community policies.

The Edge

5 hours ago
Opinion

New month, stop overthinking

Overthinking ruins friendships and relationships. Overthinking creates problems you never had. Don't overthink, just overflow with good vibes.

Trudi Nelson

13 hours ago
Employment

Pay transparency the 'top priority' in eliminating gender pay gap

'We know from overseas experience that that can have a positive impact."

Jayden Holmes

30 June 2022
Food and Drink

'Wholesome food': Letele, Foodstuffs launching social supermarket

"I don't give out rubbish so that requires plenty of support and we have that."

Brad Lewis

30 June 2022

Travel.

World

Airbnb announces global ban on all parties and events at their listings

This includes a cap on occupancy at 16, consistent with Airbnb community policies.

The Edge

5 hours ago
Transport

'An electric welcome' for travellers at Wellington airport

Metlink's airport express bus is set for take-off.

Grady Connell

9 hours ago
Queenstown

Queenstown visitors asked to be patient as staffing shortages hit the town

Mayor Jim Boult says coffee may take a bit longer than usual as the town finds its feet again.

Caitlin Ellis

25 June 2022
Asia

Travel companies left scrambling as Japan reopens

A growing number of voices are calling on the Japanese government to open more fully.

Today FM Newsroom

22 June 2022
Travel

Visa delays restricting immigration to NZ

In New Zealand, we can expect around 800 millionaires will look to move here under our high net worth individual visa options

Jayden Holmes

21 June 2022

COVID-19.

Covid-19

Staying Orange: NZ to remain halted as COVID cases rise

Labour's Ayesha Verrall says extra masks will be provided to schools and students.

Brad Lewis

30 June 2022
Opinion

COVID is having an effect on our wider health

With all the focus on physical survival, mental health was put on the back burner. However, concerns have started building up big time.

Trudi Nelson

30 June 2022
Rugby

Does COVID outbreak threaten All Blacks' 28-year Eden Park dominance?

Will Jordan is the latest frontline player to be struck down with the virus.

Brad Lewis

28 June 2022
Business

Survey finds under a third of customers wear face coverings in shops

Retail NZ Chief Executive Greg Harford says masks had their place in the COVID response but it is time to move on.

Delphine Herbert

26 June 2022
Covid-19

More than 8600 new cases of Covid-19

Health officials say the numbers are higher as they also include yesterday's figures.

James Fleury

25 June 2022

ENTERTAINMENT.

Entertainment

Media landscape has changed: Broadcast minister defends TVNZ/RNZ merger

"That audience has disappeared - they are going online and ignoring the media they should be paying attention to."

Brad Lewis

10 hours ago
Entertainment

Disgraced singer R Kelly set to spend 30 years behind bars over sex trafficking charges

The 55-year-old used his stardom and wealth over decades to lure underage girls for sex.

James Fleury

30 June 2022
Celebrity

R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years behind bars

The disgraced R&B star exploited his stardom and wealth for decades, to lure women and underage girls for sex

Grace Cocker

30 June 2022
Movies

Hollywood star Portman keen on mega Marvel crossover

"I love Captain Marvel, Brie is a dear friend so that would be a fun one.

Today FM Newsroom

29 June 2022
Music

Glastonbury performers hit back at Roe V Wade decision

Acts like Lorde, Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo shared their pain and outrage over the ruling during their performances to the 200,000-strong crowd.

The Edge

27 June 2022

RURAL.

Rural

New research suggests red meat is a better source of protein than plant-based alternatives

'We might see other differences between the three meats with other parameters, like long-chain fatty acids, but we're still to look at those things.'

Portia Campbell

1 minute ago
Farming

Innovation to detect facial eczema in cows + sheep could save Govt $250 million a year

Pam and Frey Livingston are working on the RAT test-like product that could make a previously invisible disease both identifiable and treatable.

Jayden Holmes

1 hour ago
Rural

Carbonz: The carbon credit trading platform available to all Kiwis

Likened to the share-investing platform Sharesies, Carbonz allows New Zealanders to buy carbon offsets directly from Kiwi farms with a granular level of traceability.

Portia Campbell

5 hours ago
Farming

Tasman Farmers frustrated at proposed new stock control bylaw

They think it will be impossible to comply with, and are preparing a submission.

Mel Logan

23 June 2022