Nz On Air

Famous convict and pirate Charlotte Badger stole a ship and sailed it to New Zealand. But is her story all that it appears to be? Video

After undertaking a long and dangerous journey from Aotearoa to Britain, what did Moehanga, the first Māori to visit England, think of the place? Video

Find out all about New Zealand's first female doctor and the struggles she faced from her teachers, classmates, and even patients. Video

When the silk parachute was invented, someone had to be the first person to test it out. Learn all about our very own crazy daredevil Kiwi, Clive Collett. Video

From a free six-month boat trip to Europe, to starting New Zealand's first te reo Māori newspaper, find out about the travel and adventures of two Māori pioneers. Video

Famous New Zealand pilot Jean Batten broke many world records flying far and flying fast. Follow along with our tamariki to learn more about her flights and exactly whom she shared the cockpit with. Video

Who is the face on Aotearoa's one-hundred-dollar note, and what incredible achievement did he discover? Find out as our tamariki tell Josh all about the famously mustachioed Ernest Rutherford. Video

How many personas can one man have? Find out about the multiple faces, names, and disguises Murray Beresford Roberts used to become New Zealand's most confident trickster. Video

Jelal was a man for the people: a self-made millionaire who used his riches for good. Follow along as Josh and our tamariki revel in the humble business genius of Jelal Natali. Video

A journalist, interpreter, activist, and mountaineer, Constance Barnicoat was a quadruple threat, but most importantly she fought to normalise women wearing trousers. Video

“Insulting to everybody” - former Minister for Treaty Negotiations Andrew Little shares his views on the Treaty Principles Bill, the realignment of Te Arawhiti, the disestablishment of Te Aka Whai… Video, Audio

The mother of the three missing Marokopa children tells Mata she believes a recent exchange between a pig hunter and her daughter was a cry for help. Video, Audio

Ignite your imagination with Loading Docs, a series that empowers documentary-makers to unleash bold, creative, and unforgettable NZ stories. Video

Zoologist-turned-filmmaker Alexis Smith joins a mysterious network in New Zealand dedicated to communicating with extraterrestrials.

A global race to discover the weird and wonderful wild hidden in our city streets.

As Luka prepares for a significant Niuean rite of passage, the ceremony becomes a catalyst for cultural expectations and unspoken conflicts. Luka hopes to navigate this special day in his own way.

A silent invader suffocates the seafloor, threatening the life force of the moana and its deep connection to tangata whenua.

With few laws to protect her, a woman and her flatmates find themselves in a terrifying struggle against her relentless stalker.

Expert tree climber Zane Wedding finds himself at a crossroads, knowing that standing up for what's right might mean sacrificing what he loves most.

Perenara McAllister was killed while trying to protect someone else. His whānau are still looking for justice. Video