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Government playing down impact Iran conflict could have on energy prices
3 Mar 2026The government is playing-down impact the Iran conflict could have on energy prices here, as global oil and gas prices surge in the wake of the attacks by the US and Israel. It's seen traffic grind to… Audio
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Will the Iran conflict affect New Zealand trade?
3 Mar 2026Attacks have continued to escalate on both sides of the Middle East conflict. The U.S. embassy in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh has been hit by two drones. President Trump says people will soon find… Audio
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Christchurch Mayor proposes to pump sewage from Bromley Plant into ocean
3 Mar 2026Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger's proposal to pump stinking sewage from the Bromley Plant into the ocean without being fully treated has other interested parties baffled that he didn't consult with… Audio
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Kiwi family living near Middle East military base have evacuation plan
3 Mar 2026A kiwi living very near a Middle East military base that is critical to the US says he feels safe enough for the moment, but his family has an overland evacuation plan just in case. The US State… Audio
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Huge cleanup project underway at Lake Horowhenua
3 Mar 2026For decades, raw sewage was pumped into Lake Horowhenua, earning it the dubious reputation as one of New Zealand's most polluted waterways. Now, a huge cleanup project is underway to try and restore… Audio
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All Whites to be based in San Diego for Football World Cup
3 Mar 2026San Diego wasn't the All Whites first choice as a team base for the Football World Cup, but they believe it's better than some other options. The team will stay and train in the Californian city and… Audio
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Wayne Brown clashes with Government over housing density rules
3 Mar 2026Auckland's mayor and the Government are locking horns over reworked housing density rules for the city. A fortnight ago, the government agreed to slash the number of houses Auckland has to plan for… Audio
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Dog that attacked multiple children not euthanised
3 Mar 2026A woman whose young daughter had part of her face bitten off by an aggressive dog can't understand why the animal has not been euthanised a month after the attack. The dog belongs to a family member… Audio
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Strikes continue across the Middle East as Iran conflict heads into fourth day
3 Mar 2026The US conflict with Iran is approaching its fourth day, with continued strikes in the Middle East. The Iranian death toll has reportedly topped 550. Dozens more have been killed in Lebanon, with… Audio
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Piano with pictures
3 Mar 2026It's 'Pictures at an Exhibition' in reverse. Pianist Flavio Villani discusses his collaboration with Northland artist Star Gossage, whose artwork will accompany his recital in the Auckland Town Hall.
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The Pre-Panel for Tuesday 3 March 2026
3 Mar 2026Wallace Chapman and producer Tessa Guest preview tonight's edition of The Panel. Audio
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Are 'People Pleasers' actually living in fear?
3 Mar 2026People pleasers are everywhere. They're the ones who put the needs of others first, carrying the load without complaint. They laugh at bad jokes, drop you off at the airport if you ask and never want… Audio
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You're the Judge: Should I track my elderly parents' location?
3 Mar 2026Tuesdays on Afternoons means we share a dilemma and you, our audience, decide the outcome. This week we're looking at a question from listener Katie, who asked if it's okay to track her elderly… Audio
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Tech Tuesday: Some tips on making AI work for you
A battle is being waged in the United States between a company called Anthropic and the US Pentagon, and it's all over rules about using AI for mass domestic surveillance and autonomous weapons… Audio
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Music feature: Johnny Cash in the Spotlight
3 Mar 2026Bee Trudgeon takes a look at the life and legacy of Johnny Cash. Audio
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Book Critic: A Selection of Crime Novels
3 Mar 2026Afternoons book critic Catherine Robertson has been binge reading crime novels and joins Jesse to share her thoughts on: City of Vengeance by D.V. Bishop (Pan McMillan) Dead Man's Axe by Bing Turkby… Audio
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Mayoral Minutes with Porirua's Anita Baker
3 Mar 2026It's time for Mayoral minutes, where we speak with a local mayor about the challenges they're facing, how they're working to solve them, and what makes their community special. Today we're heading to… Audio
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Exciting Local Conservation Work in Progress!
3 Mar 2026We were delighted to receive an email last week from the Mohua Marine Trust, one of Afternoons' Critter of the week t-shirt fund recipients They wanted to share their progress on their latest project… Audio
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Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 3 March 2026
The US death toll rises to six, and three American fighter jets fall from the sky in friendly fire. Iran's casualties total more than 500, as Donald Trump refuses to rule out boots on the ground in… Audio
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Why experts say the Misuse of Drugs Act needs to be thrown out
3 Mar 2026There are calls for the Misuse of Drugs act to be thrown out with experts arguing that rather than reducing drug-related harm, the 50-year-old act is "instead a major driver of harm". Leading… Audio
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We meet an artist helping shape NZ's design story
3 Mar 2026This week, there's a new exhibition in Auckland that brings together some New Zealand's most exciting designers and makers. It's called 'In the Making,' and has everything from weaving and welding, to… Audio
