Episodes
A gaggle of geese has taken over Rotorua's lake front
Sep 23 2020
A gaggle of geese has taken over the lake front in Rotorua, meaning traffic is held up and they're making a big mess on the footpaths!
Mayor laments Facebook becoming a place of toxic conspiracies
Sep 23 2020
Porirua Mayor, Anita Baker, steps back from using Facebook as she sees it has become a toxic free for all. She talks to The Panel about the social media platform's descent into a place where conspiracy theories and rumours are shared.
NZers want more small political parties in Parliament
Sep 23 2020
New Zealanders are keen to see more parties represented in Parliament, but the odds are stacked against the smaller political players.
Three farm deaths in a week prompts a safety reminder
Sep 23 2020
After three deaths in a week on New Zealand farms, Worksafe Agriculture sector lead, Al McCone talks to The Panel about how risks can be minimised.
Businesses warned about shaming thieves by displaying photos
Sep 23 2020
Businesses are being told that it's not a good idea to publicly shame shoplifters by putting photos of them up in their stores.
Calls for Air NZ to start flights to nowhere in Aotearoa
Sep 23 2020
There's a call for Air New Zealand to follow the initiative of other airlines who are offering the opportunity for people to enjoy the scenery and flight experience without actually going anywhere. AUT Tourism Professor Michael Lueck shares his thoughts with The Panel.
Was last night's leader's debate deemed a bit dull
Sep 23 2020
The Panel looks back at how last night's leaders debate was run. Former broadcaster Ian Johnstone talks to The Panel about how the role of host has changed over the years.
The Panel with Sue Bradford and Liam Hehir (Part 2)
Sep 23 2020
After three deaths in a week on New Zealand farms, Worksafe Agriculture sector lead, Al McCone talks to The Panel about how risks can be minimised. New Zealanders are keen to see more parties represented in Parliament, but the odds are stacked against the smaller political players.
The Panel with Sue Bradford and Liam Hehir (Part 1)
Sep 23 2020
The Panel looks back at how last night's leaders debate was run. Former broadcaster Ian Johnstone talks to The Panel about how the role of host has changed over the years. There's a call for Air New Zealand to follow the initiative of other airlines who are offering the opportunity for people to enjoy the scenery and flight experience without actually going anywhere.
What panellists Sue Bradford and Liam Hehir have been thinking
Sep 23 2020
What panellists Sue Bradford and Liam Hehir are thinking.
Dear Panel letters from listeners
Sep 23 2020
Dear Panel - where the Panellists and Wallace help listeners solve some every day problems.
Recorder and Early Music Union offended by Pink Batts ad
Sep 22 2020
A Pink Batts ad has prompted a formal complaint from the Recorders and Early Music Union saying it ridicules recorder playing.
First leaders debate to be held tonight
Sep 22 2020
The Panel discusses what they are expecting from the first leaders' debate being held at TVNZ tonight hard on the heels of another poll being released.
Wealthier people are buying flouride free toothpaste, causing dental problems
Sep 22 2020
According to a study in the British Dental Journal, wealthier people are more likely to buy fluoride-free toothpaste, causing dental problems. The Panel discusses with Dr Matthew Hobbs - Senior Lecturer in Public Health, University of Canterbury.
Often a GP is the first to recognise mental health issues
Sep 22 2020
General Practitioners are the first port of call if you have any mental health concerns. Royal New Zealand college of GP's medical director, Dr Bryan Betty talks to The Panel.
Cities depend on their infrastructure and need careful planning
Sep 22 2020
Professor of Construction at AUT, John Tookey, talks to The Panel about the importance of a city's infrastructure and the careful planning that's needed to go into it.
Relief around the regions that large events can go ahead again
Sep 22 2020
The regions are rejoicing that their larger events can go ahead under alert level 1 rules. The Panel speaks to Barbara George, Chief Executive of The Court Theatre in Christchurch about having a full capacity crowd for their upcoming shows.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Selwyn Manning (Part 2)
Sep 22 2020
Often a GP is the first to recognise mental health issues; Wealthier people are buying fluoride-free toothpaste, causing dental problems; First leaders debate to be held tonight; Recorder and Early Music Union offended by Pink Batts ad.
The Panel with Jennie Moreton and Selwyn Manning (Part 1)
Sep 22 2020
Relief around the regions that large events can go ahead again; Cities depend on their infrastructure and need careful planning.
What panellists Jennie Morten and Selwyn Manning have been thinking
Sep 22 2020
What panellists Jennie Morten and Selwyn Manning are thinking.
NZ Made series - Chewy Louis and the News
Sep 21 2020
In our New Zealand Made series this week - Chewy Louis and the News. Organic dogfood company founder, Victoria Walker talks to The Panel about her small business.
House prices defying predictions forcing some out of the market
Sep 21 2020
House prices are still going up, and quickly - defying post lockdown predictions that there would be a big hit to the market. The Panel, including Leonie Freeman, CE of the NZ Property Council discuss.
Mental health awareness week kicks off today
Sep 21 2020
Mental Health Awareness Week starts today. The Panel speaks to Dr Terryann Clark about the increased mental health issues facing young people and what support is needed for them.
Ruth Bader Ginsberg mourned by US journalist Tracey Barnett
Sep 21 2020
NZ based American journalist, Tracey Barnett, pays tribute to US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg after she died over the weekend.
Auckland's Harbour bridge may take weeks to repair
Sep 21 2020
Auckland's Harbour Bridge may take weeks to repair. The Panel speaks to Barney Irvine, AA's Principal Advisor for Infrastructure and Auckland Transport.
Alert level announcement
Sep 21 2020
Alert levels around the country are set to move down, despite a new case being detected five days after a person left quarantine. Professor Michael Plank, the Principal Investigator at Te Te Pūnaha Matatini talks to The Panel about today's announcement.
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and David Cormack (Part 2)
Sep 21 2020
Mental health awareness week kicks off today; House prices defying predictions forcing some out of the market; NZ Made series: Chewy Louis and the News.
The Panel with Leonie Freeman and David Cormack (Part 1)
Sep 21 2020
Alert level announcement; Auckland's Harbour bridge may take weeks to repair; Ruth Bader Ginsberg mourned by US journalist Tracey Barnett.
What panellists Leonie Freeman and David Cormack have been thinking
Sep 21 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Leonie Freeman and David Cormack.
The Story of the Day with Amelia Langford
Sep 21 2020
Ever been op-shopping and found a real bargain? Well, one Nelson opshop volunteer came across almost $4000 hidden amongst some donated linen, Amelia Langford explains.
South Canterbury couple have a high fiving pigeon
Sep 18 2020
South Canterbury couple's rescue pigeon likes to high five people when they wander past his cage.
Combating COVID conspiracies in times of an election part 2
Sep 18 2020
More discussion as Professor of Law Al Gillespie talks to The Panel about combating conspiracy theories online during the lead up to the election and how to shut down online fake news.
Combating COVID conspiracies in times of an election
Sep 18 2020
Professor of Law Al Gillespie talks to The Panel about combating conspiracy theories online during the lead up to the election and how to shut down online fake news.
ECE means children more social but more likely to be sick
Sep 18 2020
Early childhood education research finds that the children who attend early learning centres are more social but also more prone to becoming unwell. Report co-author Dr Sarah Gerritsen talks to the Panel.
Friday mailbag: a look back at listener correspondence
Sep 18 2020
The Panel looks back at audience feedback from topics from throughout the week.
Singapore Airlines running flights to nowhere
Sep 18 2020
Singapore Airlines is offering flights to nowhere for travel junkies who need to get a "fix" of flying out of their systems during these travel restricted times.
Encouraging te Reo beyond Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
Sep 18 2020
The Panel looks at ways to encourage Te Reo use beyond Te Wiki o te Reo Māori .
Wellington business oppose plan to ban cars in the Golden Mile
Sep 18 2020
Chamber of Commerce survey finds 90% of businesses are opposed to a plan to get rid of vehicles on Wellington's Golden Mile. Chamber chief executive, John Milford talks to The Panel about why they are against it.
The Panel with Heather Roy and Anton Matthews (Part 2)
Sep 18 2020
Early childhood education research finds that the children who attend early learning centres are more social but also more prone to becoming unwell. Report co-author Dr Sarah Gerritsen talks to the Panel.
The Panel with Heather Roy and Anton Matthews (Part 1)
Sep 18 2020
Chamber of Commerce survey finds 90% of businesses are opposed to a plan to get rid of vehicles on Wellington's Golden Mile. The Panel looks at ways to encourage Te Reo use beyond Te Wiki o te Reo Māori.
What Heather Roy and Anton Matthews have been thinking
Sep 18 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Heather Roy and Anton Matthews.
The Story of the Day with Robert Kelly
Sep 18 2020
Peruvian shamans are trying to work out who is going to win the upcoming US election, without much success. Rob Kelly has a look back at unusual prediction models.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport agency updates on Auckland traffic
Sep 18 2020
Two serious incidents on Auckland's Harbour Bridge today have left the city in gridlock for the home commute or trip out of town. Waka Kotahi NZ Transport agency senior journey manager Neil Walker talks to The Panel about the situation right now.
So called 'drifters corner' causing concern
Sep 17 2020
There are concerns about the safety of a newly constructed corner on a Christchurch road where there were three crashes in a 24 hour period. Transport engineer Axel Downard-Wilke discusses his misgivings about the design with The Panel.
Renters United calling for increases to be tied to inflation
Sep 17 2020
The Tenants Protection Association wants rent increases to be tied to inflation to protect renters. Association manager Penny Arthur talks to The Panel.
Calls for Christchurch to be renamed Ōtautahi
Sep 17 2020
There are calls for Christchurch to be renamed with its Māori place name, Ōtautahi. The Panel speaks to Anselm Haanen, the chair of The New Zealand Geographic Board Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa about the steps involved.
The AA is calling for towing charges regulations
Sep 17 2020
The AA is advocating for similar regulations on wheel clamping charges to be introduced for towing charges.
Salvation Army snapshot of covid impact paints bleak picture
Sep 17 2020
New research on how COVID-19 has impacted communities paints a bleak picture. Salvation Army social policy researcher Ronji Tanielu is a co-author and he talks through the findings with The Panel.
NZ in a recession for the first time in a decade
Sep 17 2020
GDP figures released today show that NZ is in recession for the first time in 11 years. Economist Brian Easton talks to The Panel about the numbers and how bad it may get due to COVID-19 related financial impacts.
The Panel with Laila Harre and Gary McCormick (Part 2)
Sep 17 2020
There are calls for Christchurch to be renamed with its Māori place name, Ōtautahi. The Panel speaks to Anselm Haanen, the chair of The New Zealand Geographic Board Ngā Pou Taunaha o Aotearoa about the steps involved.
The Panel with Laila Harre and Gary McCormick (Part 1)
Sep 17 2020
GDP figures released today show that NZ is in recession for the first time in 11 years. Economist Brian Easton talks to The Panel about the numbers and how bad it may get due to COVID-19 related financial impacts.
What Laila Harre and Gary McCormick have been thinking
Sep 17 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Laila Harre and Gary McCormick.
Story of the Day with Robert Kelly
Sep 17 2020
The town of Asbestos in Quebec is trying to come up with a new name. They've got four options and are looking for input. Rob Kelly has a look at the towns that, by no fault of their own, end up with unfortunate names.
Community tables to encourage table tennis
Sep 16 2020
Auckland Table Tennis Association CEO Shane Warbrooke talks to The Panel about their Tables in Communities project which sees tables set up around Auckland to encourage people to get together and have a game.
Online voting not as simple as advocates imply
Sep 16 2020
With a general election looming in the middle of a pandemic, is now the time to consider online voting as an option. Dr Julienne Molineaux, Director of The Policy Observatory at AUT talks to The Panel about the complexities of casting a virtual ballot.
Belarussian journalist talks about his homeland's problems
Sep 16 2020
US based Belarussian journalist Nick Shchetko talks to The Panel about the unrest in Belarus and his concerns for family still living there.
Questions over Palmerston North fence heights increasing
Sep 16 2020
Palmerston North residents are building higher than ever fences, prompting one local to ask what they are trying to hide.
Most mispronounced Maori place names revealed
Sep 16 2020
Te Reo warrior Sonny Ngatai talks to The Panel about the most mispronounced Māori place names in Aotearoa and his mission to make sure it stops.
Treasury PREFU not pretty reading
Sep 16 2020
Treasury have published the pre-election fiscal update. The Panel speaks to Dr Murat Ungor from Otago University's Department of Economics about the numbers revealed this afternoon.
The Panel with Catherine Robertson and Allan Blackman (Part 2)
Sep 16 2020
US based Belarussian journalist Nick Shchetko talks to The Panel about the unrest in Belarus and his concerns for family still living there. With a general election looming in the middle of a pandemic, is now the time to consider online voting as an option.
The Panel with Catherine Robertson and Allan Blackman (Part 1)
Sep 16 2020
Treasury have published the pre-election fiscal update. Te Reo warrior Sonny Ngatai talks to The Panel about the most mispronounced Māori place names in Aotearoa and his mission to make sure it stops.
What Catherine Robertson and Allan Blackman have been thinking
Sep 16 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Catherine Robertson and Allan Blackman.
Dear Panel with Amelia Langford
Sep 16 2020
"Dear Panel" letters presented by Amelia Langford.
Ngā Hau E Whā Marae in Invercargill celebrating 40 years
Sep 15 2020
Ngā Hau E Whā Marae in Invercargill is celebrating 40 years. Chairman Daniel Tawaroa explains to The Panel the special place the Marae has at the heart of the community.
Is it time to rethink MMP with fewer parties potentially making it through
Sep 15 2020
Twenty five years since the introduction of MMP - is it time to rethink our electoral system with the possibility that in the next Parliament only three parties could be represented?
Climate scientist addresses Trump's climate change denial
Sep 15 2020
Climate scientist Professor James Renwick talks to The Panel about Trump's ongoing climate change denial and how it impacts on wider attempts to create policies to tackle the issue.
Dame Fiona Kidman upset over National Library's book cull
Sep 15 2020
There are concerns about the National Library culling 600,000 international books from its collection. Author and former librarian Dame Fiona Kidman talks to The Panel about what she calls, cultural vandalism.
Covid complacency is setting in
Sep 15 2020
Covid-19 complacency is setting in everywhere except Auckland, just as Air NZ sells 70 thousand tickets for domestic travel. The Panel speaks to psychologist Jacqui Maguire and Nelson Mayor Rachel Reese.
The Panel with Ruwani Perera and Peter Dunne (Part 2)
Sep 15 2020
Climate scientist addresses Trump's climate change denial; Is it time to rethink MMP with fewer parties potentially making it through; Ngā Hau E Whā Marae in Invercargill celebrating 40 years.
The Panel with Ruwani Perera and Peter Dunne (Part 1)
Sep 15 2020
Covid complacency is setting in everywhere except Auckland; Dame Fiona Kidman upset over National Library's book cull.
What panellists Ruwani Perera and Peter Dunne have been thinking
Sep 15 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Ruwani Perera and Peter Dunne.
Story of the Day with Robert Kelly
Sep 15 2020
Dentists and oral health experts are seeing more and more people turning up with symptoms of Bruxism, or teeth grinding, due to the stress the pandemic is causing. Rob Kelly is worried he's clenching his jaw more.
Giving mana back to Maori inmates through portraits
Sep 14 2020
Continuing our NZ Made series, this week we discover Soldiers Road, who run a social initiative in prisons to restore mana to MÄori inmates. Taanoki Nordstrom joins The Panel to talk about 'Behind the Wire- Rangatahi ki Rangatira'
England 'on knife-edge' as cases rise and lockdowns grow
Sep 14 2020
As the number of Covid-19 cases continues to increase in the UK, new rules come into play overnight. UK correspondent Nicholas Pandolfi explains to The Panel what they are.
Huge labour shortage looming for summer fruit picking
Sep 14 2020
Huge labour shortage puts upcoming summer fruit picking season in jeopardy. Summer Fruit NZ CEO Richard Palmer talks to The Panel about finding the workers needed from next month.
Ti Wiki O Te Reo Maori kicks off
Sep 14 2020
It's Maori Language Week and Hemi Kelly from Te Ara Poutama - The Faculty of MÄori & Indigenous Development at AUT talks to The Panel about the significance of this week and the increase in the number of people wanting to learn the language.
Alert level changes today
Sep 14 2020
The government has announced today there will be no changes to alert levels for at least a week. Clinical Microbiologist and Infectious Diseases Physician and Dean at the University of Otago, Christchurch, Professor David Murdoch discusses his reaction with The Panel.
The Panel with Wendyl Nissen and Scott Campbell (Part 2)
Sep 14 2020
Huge labour shortage looming for summer fruit picking; Giving mana back to Maori inmates through portraits.
The Panel with Wendyl Nissen and Scott Campbell (Part 1)
Sep 14 2020
Alert level changes today; Ti Wiki O Te Reo Maori kicks off, a new app is there to help.
What panellists Wendyl Nissen and Scott Campbell have been thin
Sep 14 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Wendyl Nissen and Scott Campbell.
Story of the Day with Robert Kelly
Sep 14 2020
Story of the Day with Robert Kelly, in which he looks at snacks both global and local.
Mark 'Snake Hunter' Pelley returns
Sep 11 2020
Mark 'Snake Hunter' Pelley returns to The Panel to answer listeners' questions about his dangerous line of work.
The challenges of NZ roads
Sep 11 2020
One of New Zealand's leading experts in roading, Wayne Hatcher, joins The Panel to discuss the particular challenges of maintaining NZ roads.
Debate grows over Wellington's heritage buildings
Sep 11 2020
Wellington's proposed building regulation changes have sparked debate on the worth of some heritage buildings.
Free speech and Covid-19: Where is the line?
Sep 11 2020
Professor of Law at Waikato University, Alexander Gillespie, joins The Panel to discuss the line between free speech and scare speech amid misinformation about Covid-19.
'Critical shortage' of vets - NZ Veterinary Association
Sep 11 2020
There is a "critical shortage" of veterinarians in New Zealand, warns the Veterinary Association.
Covid-19: 6 months since pandemic declared
Sep 11 2020
On this day six months ago, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreysus officially declared Covid-19 a pandemic.
The Panel with Michele A'Court and Neil Miller (Part 2)
Sep 11 2020
Topics - Wellington's proposed building regulation changes have sparked debate on the worth of some heritage buildings. Guy Marriage from the School of Architecture at Victoria University of Wellington, weighs in with his thoughts on what constitutes heritage. One of New Zealand's leading experts in road maintainence, Wayne Hatcher, joins The Panel to discuss the particular challenges of maintaining NZ roads. Mark 'Snake Hunter' Pelley returns to The Panel to answer listeners' questions about hi...more
The Panel with Michele A'Court and Neil Miller (Part 1)
Sep 11 2020
Topics - On this day six months ago, the World Health Organisation Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreysus officially declared Covid-19 a "pandemic". University of Otago Professor Tony Blakely joins The Panel to look back on the last six months. Professor of Law at Waikato University, Alexander Gillespie, joins The Panel to discuss the line between free speech and scare speech amid misinformation about Covid-19. There is a "critical shortage" of veterinarians in New Zealand, says the New Z...more
What panellists have been thinking
Sep 11 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Michele A'Court and Neil Miller.
Story of the Day with Rob Kelly
Sep 11 2020
Dame Diana Rigg has passed away at the age of 82. Rob Kelly looks at her extremely impressive legacy on stage and screen.
Call to bring back 'away messages'
Sep 10 2020
The Panel discusses the case for 'away messages' in a world that is constantly online.
Mushroom leather - The way of the future?
Sep 10 2020
The Panel discusses a new development in fashion: Mushroom jackets, shoes and purses could be the next big thing.
Time to move Bledisloe Cup test games?
Sep 10 2020
New Zealand has laid out its case to have the Rugby Championship and Bledisloe Cup games here. But is it time to move the tests across the ditch?
Covid-19: Govt urged to be more open to Kiwi innovation
Sep 10 2020
Ian Taylor from Animation Research is calling for the New Zealand government to be open to more Kiwi innovation.
Oscars announces new diversity standards
Sep 10 2020
New standards have been announced for films to qualify for the Academy Awards Best Picture award.
US politics: Trump admits downplaying coronavirus
Sep 10 2020
Associate Professor of American History Peter Field, from Canterbury University, joins the Panel to discuss the latest revelations from the US about President Donald Trump's messaging around the Covid-19 pandemic.
Concerns over 'deliberate' spread of Covid misinformation
Sep 10 2020
Te Pūnaha Matatini researcher Giulio Valentino Dalla Riva joins The Panel to discuss how conspiracy theories spread.
The Panel with Jo McCaroll and Phil Taylor (Part 2)
Sep 10 2020
Covid-19: Govt urged to be more open to Kiwi innovation; Time to move Bledisloe Cup test games? Mushroom leather: The way of the future? Call to bring back 'away messages'.
The Panel with Jo McCaroll and Phil Taylor (Part 1)
Sep 10 2020
Concerns over 'deliberate' spread of Covid misinformation; latest revelations about US President Donald Trump and his handling of the pandemic; Oscars announce new diversity standards.
What the panellists have been thinking
Sep 10 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Jo McCaroll and Phil Taylor.
Story of the Day with Rob Kelly
Sep 10 2020
Rob Kelly discusses banned books following a call to ban 'I Hate Men', which subsequently saw a sales boom.
Auckland motorists ignoring bus lane rules
Sep 09 2020
There's been a huge increase in Auckland bus lane fines since 2015.
The pros and cons of a joint account
Sep 09 2020
Katrina Shanks from Financial Advice New Zealand joins The Panel to discuss the case for a joint account.
California wildfires continue to spread
Sep 09 2020
The Panel crosses to California to speak to Santa Rosa resident Richard La Rosa about the wildfires raging across the state.
To tip or not to tip?
Sep 09 2020
To tip or not to tip? The Panel debates whether tipping will eventually become an inevitable part of dining in New Zealand.
Report highlights importance of civics education
Sep 09 2020
A report suggests New Zealanders might need to brush up on their civics homework before the upcoming election.
Covid-19: Latest developments in Auckland
Sep 09 2020
There are six new cases of Covid-19 today, all linked to the Mt Roskill Evangelical Fellowship Church group.
The Panel with Julia Hartley Moore and Shane Te Pou (Part 2)
Sep 09 2020
The Panel crosses to California to speak to Santa Rosa resident Richard la Rosa about the wildfires raging across the state.
The Panel with Julia Hartley Moore and Shane Te Pou (Part 1)
Sep 09 2020
There are six new cases of Covid-19 today, all linked to the Mt Roskill Evangelical Fellowship Church group. Yesterday, a student at St Dominic's Catholic College tested positive for the virus. The Panel speaks to Ralph Elika, chair of the board at nearby Liston College, about how parents and students are coping.
What the panellists have been thinking
Sep 09 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Julia Hartley Moore and Shane Te Pou.
Dear Panel with Caitlin Cherry
Sep 09 2020
Dear Panel is a new weekly segment on Wednesdays, where The Panellists try to solve everyday problems from listeners.
NZ wool industry facing challenges
Sep 08 2020
The chair of the National Council of New Zealand Wool Interests, Craig Smith, speaks to The Panel about the challenges facing the wool industry.
Working from home: The way of the future?
Sep 08 2020
More than 40 percent of employed Kiwis worked from home during lockdown in April, reports Stats NZ.
A new era: 'Communal cars'
Sep 08 2020
Co-founder of Women in Urbanism, Emma McInnes, talks to The Panel about moves towards communal cars in Auckland.
Keep New Zealand Beautiful misses out on govt funding
Sep 08 2020
Keep New Zealand Beautiful has missed out on government funding and says it now has to scale back many of its plans.
Govt urged to ramp up investment in NZ's roads
Sep 08 2020
The government is being urged to ramp up investment in road maintenance.
The Panel with Catherine Robertson and Jock Anderson (Part 2)
Sep 08 2020
The era of the communal car has begun, but will people warm to it? With her thoughts on the matter, co-founder of Women in Urbanism, Emma McInnes, talks to The Panel.
The Panel with Catherine Robertson and Jock Anderson (Part 1)
Sep 08 2020
Six organisations are demanding that the Government ramp up investment in New Zealand road maintenance, including the AA and the Road Transport Forum. The Forum's chief executive Nick Leggett joins The Panel to discuss.
What panellists have been thinking
Sep 08 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Catherine Robertson and Jock Anderson.
Story of the day with Rob Kelly
Sep 08 2020
Rob Kelly is curious about how we look at the towns we live in.
Kiwi business in the spotlight: Draken watches
Sep 07 2020
In our weekly Kiwi business segment, The Panel speaks to the founder of Draken Watches.
Call for NZRL to be more inclusive of Māori, Pasifika clubs
Sep 07 2020
The New Zealand Māori Rugby League is calling for more inclusion of Māori and Pasifika community clubs.
Councils call for electoral cycle to be extended
Sep 07 2020
Newly-elected president of Local Government New Zealand, Stuart Crosby, joins The Panel discussion.
UK pub bans kids under 12
Sep 07 2020
Families have hit out at a pub in the UK after the owners banned children under the age of 12.
Melbourne lockdown extended by two weeks
Sep 07 2020
The Panel crosses to Melbourne, where lockdown has been extended for two weeks.
NZ Green Building Council on heating standards
Sep 07 2020
Andrew Eagles, chief executive of The New Zealand Green Building Council, joins the Panel discussion on heating standards.
The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Chris Wikaira (Part 2)
Sep 07 2020
A formal process to extend central and local government terms to four years is now under way. Local Government New Zealand, which is driving the bid, said it would ask the government to conduct a referendum on the proposal. Newly-elected president of LGNZ, Stuart Crosby, joins The Panel to discuss.
The Panel with Nalini Baruch and Chris Wikaira (Part 1)
Sep 07 2020
The New Zealand Property Investors Federation says landlords should wait to see if National wins October's election before shelling out on their rentals to bring them up to new heating standards. Andrew Eagles, chief executive of the non-profit organisation The New Zealand Green Building Council, weighs in on the debate.
What panellists have been thinking
Sep 07 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Nalini Baruch and Chris Wikaira.
Story of the day with Rob Kelly
Sep 07 2020
Tennis player Novak Djokovic has been disqualified from the US Open for hitting a ball at a line judge. It's not the first time a sportsperson has lost their cool when things aren't going their way. Rob Kelly investigates.
Persian rice with Arman Kamalzadeh
Sep 04 2020
Arman Kamalzadeh shares the Iranian way of cooking rice with The Panel!
NZ studio secures rights to Badjelly The Witch
Sep 04 2020
A local animation company is celebrating after securing the rights to Spike Milligan's Badjelly the Witch.
Rise in young Kiwis struggling with mental health - report
Sep 04 2020
There's been a large rise in the number of young Kiwis coping with mental health conditions and distress over the past decade.
Friday mailbag
Sep 04 2020
Friday mailbag.
10th anniversary of September 4 quake
Sep 04 2020
The Panel marks the 10th anniversary of the quake that struck Canterbury on September 4, 2010.
The Panel with Ali Jones and Alan McElroy Part 1
Sep 04 2020
Two studies have documented the effects of inequity and racism in our healthcare system. Dr Donna Cormack (Kati Mamoe, Kai Tahu) - Te Kupenga Hauora Maori at the University of Auckland, joins The Panel to discuss.
Effects of racism in NZ healthcare system in spotlight
Sep 04 2020
Two studies have documented the effects of inequity and racism in our healthcare system.
What panellists have been thinking
Sep 04 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Ali Jones and Alan McElroy
Story of the day with Robert Kelly
Sep 04 2020
Rob Kelly talks about the importance of local government...and chicken wings.
Modernist architecture: Ugly or iconic?
Sep 03 2020
Modernist architecture in Wellington is under the spotlight. Urban historian Ben Schrader shares his thoughts with The Panel.
Australian woman arrested over lockdown protest plans
Sep 03 2020
A woman has been charged over a planned lockdown protest in Australia, after posting about the event on Facebook.
10,000 businesses at risk in next 12 months - Covid survey
Sep 03 2020
Retail NZ is warning that 10,000 businesses are at risk of failing in the next 12 months.
Today in music history
Sep 03 2020
On this day 10 years ago, Mike Edwards a founding member of Electric Light Orchestra was killed in a freak accident.
Vacuums: Cords vs Cordless
Sep 03 2020
Consumer NZ's head of testing, Paul Smith, has been testing the durability of vacuum cleaners and tells The Panel what he and his team discovered.
The role of steroids in battle against Covid-19
Sep 03 2020
Fewer Covid-19 patients die when given steroids, research published today shows.
Calls from some schools to cancel NCEA exams
Sep 03 2020
Some Auckland principals are calling for NCEA exams to be cancelled due to the major Covid-19-related disruptions this year.
The Panel with Lavina Good and Nick Leggett (Part 2)
Sep 03 2020
Topics - Retail NZ is warning that 10,000 businesses are at risk of failing in the next 12 months as the return of Covid-19 resulted in lockdowns. The Panel is joined by Greg Harford from Retail NZ to discuss the findings of its report. Modernist architecture in Wellington has been under the spotlight. Urban historian Ben Schrader shares his thoughts with The Panel. British newspaper, The Guardian has put together a list of the eight most iconic movie theme songs of all time. Film and TV music p...more
The Panel with Lavina Good and Nick Leggett (Part 1)
Sep 03 2020
Topics - Some Auckland principals are calling for NCEA exams to be cancelled due to the major Covid-19-related disruptions this year. Principal Kiri Turketo from Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate in Otara, Auckland, joins the Panel discussion. Fewer Covid-19 patients die when given steroids, research published today shows. Professor Kurt Krause joins The Panel to discuss the significance of this development. Consumer NZ's head of testing, Paul Smith, has been testing the durability of vacuum cleaner...more
What panellists have been thinking
Sep 03 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Lavina Good and Nick Leggett.
Story of the day with Robert Kelly
Sep 03 2020
Rob Kelly is in to discuss rice cooking, rice cookers and dish the dirt on washing the grains.
The battle against unfair parking tickets
Sep 02 2020
Going into battle with parking companies is not for the faint hearted. Consumer New Zealand's Jessica Wilson joins The Panel to discuss.
The race to get a Covid vaccine
Sep 02 2020
The Panel discusses the ethical hurdles in the race to find a vaccine for Covid-19.
Let it snow: Skiers flock to Southern skifields
Sep 02 2020
There's been a surge of keen skiers flocking to Southern ski-fields due to a healthy dumping of fresh snow.
Future proofing NZ against cyber attack
Sep 02 2020
AUT computer science professor, Dave Parry, joins The Panel to discuss how New Zealand can protect itself from cyber attacks.
Chch mosque shooter 'terrorist entity'
Sep 02 2020
Both Australia and New Zealand are open to considering a transfer to Australia of the Christchurch mosque shooter.
The Panel with Fatumata Bah and Conor English (Part 2)
Sep 02 2020
Topics - Angus Dawson, who's a Professor of Bioethics and Director of Sydney Health Ethics University of Sydney, joins the Panel to discuss the ethical hurdles in the race to find a vaccine for Covid-19. Going into battle with parking companies is not for the faint hearted. Consumer New Zealand's head researcher, Jessica Wilson, speaks to The Panel about whether the sector needs more regulation. A shortage of Elvis impersonators is causing issues for Upper Hutt's Cossie Club. Elvis impersonator ...more
The Panel with Fatumata Bah and Conor English (Part 1)
Sep 02 2020
Topics - Both Australia and New Zealand are open to considering a transfer to Australia of the Christchurch mosque shooter. Professor Richard Jackson, Otago University's Director of the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, joins The Panel to discuss the possible deportation and the significance of the terrorist being named a 'terrorist entity'. Cyber attackers are continuing to strike with the latest being an attack on The Metservice site. AUT computer science professor, Dave Parry to...more
What the panellists have been thinking
Sep 02 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Fatumata Bah and Conor English.
Story of the day with Robert Kelly
Sep 02 2020
Robert Kelly delves into the world of scented candles.
Reading in anxious times
Sep 01 2020
The Panel speaks to Jo McColl, the owner of Unity Books in Auckland, to find out what people are reading in anxious times.
The Snake Hunter: Mark Pelley
Sep 01 2020
Snake hunter Mark Pelley joins The Panel from Melbourne to talk about the recent boom in business due to lockdown.
Petitioners call for govt to increase sick leave
Sep 01 2020
A 10,000 strong petition calling on the government to improve sick leave entitlements has today been presented to the Minister of Workplace Relations.
Debate ignited over anti-Ardern Facebook posts
Sep 01 2020
National leader Judith Collins' husband David Wong-Tung has attracted some attention after sharing anti-Ardern Facebook posts.
Stress and stigma for newly jobless - survey
Sep 01 2020
A University of Auckland survey has highlighted the stress and stigma felt by the newly unemployed.
Pandemic protection: Mask Days for schools mooted
Sep 01 2020
Dr Ling Chan is part of the Masks 4 All Movement working with top epidemiologists on mass masking.
The Panel with Phil O'Reilly and Niki Bezzant (Part 2)
Sep 01 2020
Topics - A ten thousand strong petition calling on the government to improve sick leave entitlements was today presented to the Minister of Workplace Relations, Andrew Little. Entrepreneur Dean Hall joins The Panel to discuss the implications of the desired changes. The Covid lockdown in Melbourne has lead to a deadly snake boom, the Guardian reports. Snake hunter Mark Pelly joins The Panel from Melbourne to discuss. Have you found yourself looking for a different type of book to your usual in t...more
The Panel with Phil O'Reilly and Niki Bezzant (Part 1)
Sep 01 2020
Topics - Public health officials have been looking at ways to normalise mask wearing. Dr Ling Chan is part of the Masks 4 All Movement working with top epidemiologists on mass masking and joins The Panel to talk about some of the initiatives. A University of Auckland survey has highlighted the stress and stigma felt by the newly unemployed. The Panel is joined by Associate Professor Louise Humpage to discuss the findings. National leader Judith Collins' husband David Wong-Tung has attracted some...more
What panellists Phil O'Reilly and Niki Bezzant have been thinking
Sep 01 2020
'I've been thinking' with panellists Phil O'Reilly and Niki Bezzant.
Story of the day with Robert Kelly
Sep 01 2020
Competition vegetable growers are having a tough time showing off their wares in a world where fairs have gone the way of the dodo.
Homemade preserves business booming for Abbey Bridgeman
Aug 31 2020
This week in NZ Made, we speak to Abbey Bridgeman, who's talent for making preserves has turned into a busy business.
The School Library Association of NZ launches a campaign
Aug 31 2020
The School Library Association of NZ Aotearoa is launching a campaign to highlight their plight. Called School Libraries Transform, SLANZA President Glenys Bichan talks to the Panel about what they're doing.
Concerns crisis response created two tiered welfare system
Aug 31 2020
Concerns have been raised about the response to the covid induced job crisis has created a two tiered benefit payment system. Mangere East Family Services CEO, Peter Sykes, talks to the Panel about what he's seeing.
The police say their approach to speed tolerance not changed
Aug 31 2020
The police say their approach to speeding has not changed and they use discretion with every driver they speak to who is pulled over for driving over the speed limit. Assistant commissioner of Road Policing, Sandra Venables speaks to the Panel.
More cyber attacks revealed on NZ companies, including RNZ
Aug 31 2020
It's emerged today that more companies have been the target of cyber attacks, including Stuff and RNZ. Technology commentator, Paul Brislen talks to the Panel about what they are doing.
School's concerns about alert level rules they're not meeting
Aug 31 2020
There are concerns from some schools that a return to class based learning is breaching alert level rules in Auckland. PPTA vice president Melanie Webber talks to the Panel.
Do alert level change criteria need to be tweaked for clarity?
Aug 31 2020
There are calls for a bit of rethink on what criteria needs to be met to change alert levels. Dr David Welch from Auckland University talks to the Panel about whether any tweaking needs to be done.
The Panel with Heather Roy and Rajorshi Chakraborti (Part 2)
Aug 31 2020
Topics - The police say their approach to speeding has not changed and they use discretion with every driver they speak to who is pulled over for driving over the speed limit. Assistant commissioner of Road Policing, Sandra Venables speaks to the Panel. Concerns have been raised about the response to the covid induced job crisis has created a two tiered benefit payment system. Mangere East Family Services CEO, Peter Sykes, talks to the Panel about what he's seeing. The School Library Association...more
The Panel with Heather Roy and Rajorshi Chakraborti (Part 1)
Aug 31 2020
Topics - There are calls for a bit of rethink on what criteria needs to be met to change alert levels. Dr David Welch from Auckland University talks to the Panel about whether any tweaking needs to be done. There are concerns from some schools that a return to class based learning is breaching alert level rules in Auckland. PPTA vice president Melanie Webber talks to the Panel. It's emerged today that more companies have been the target of cyber attacks, including Stuff and RNZ. Technology comme...more
What panellists Heather Roy, Rajorshi Chakraborti are thinking
Aug 31 2020
"I've been thinking' with panellists Heather Roy and Rajorshi Chakraborti.
Story of the day with Robert Kelly
Aug 31 2020
Is all that glitters gold? Robert Kelly has this funny look in his eyes and keeps talking about treasure hunting.
Mataura paper mill on fire with toxic waste stored in it
Aug 31 2020
Mataura paper mill fire under control. The Panel talks to Southland fire and emergency incident controller Scott Lindsay.
Bonus Bonds cancelled due to low interest rates
Aug 28 2020
Very New Zealand Bonus Bonds scheme has been cancelled due to low interest rates. Financial advisor David Boyle joins the programme to talk about why there were never a good investment.
Debate growing around televising school sports competitions
Aug 28 2020
Debate is growing around the benefits and benefactors of televising school sporting competitions. Former Sport College CEO Manoj Daji talks to the panel about his concerns.
30 years of Smokefree NZ health intervention
Aug 28 2020
Its been 30 years this month since the Smoke-free Environments Act was passed. We speak to Otago University public health law lecturer, Louise Delany who helped to shape the legislation.
Friday mailbag
Aug 28 2020
Friday mailbag.
The Panel speaks to professor Dave Parry about NZX cyber attack
Aug 28 2020
AUT Computer Science Professor Dave Parry joins the Panel to talk about the fourth consecutive day the NZX has had to delay opening due to a cyber attack.
Mandatory mask wearing in some places from Monday
Aug 28 2020
As Auckland joins the rest of the country on Monday in alert level 2, face masks become mandatory on public transport and shared rides. We speak to Otago university public health senior lecturer, Lesley Gray about the change.
The Panel with Victoria Stewart and Guy Williams (Part 2)
Aug 28 2020
30 years of Smokefree NZ health intervention; Debate growing around televising school sports competitions; Bonus Bonds cancelled due to low interest rates.
The Panel with Victoria Stewart and Guy Williams (Part 1)
Aug 28 2020
Mandatory mask wearing in some places from Monday; The Panel speaks to professor Dave Parry about NZX cyber-attacks; Friday mailbag.
What panellists Victoria Stewart and Guy Williams have been thinking
Aug 28 2020
"I've been thinking' with panellists Victoria Stewart and Guy Williams
Are antique collections falling out of favour?
Aug 27 2020
The BBC has looked at the lack of heirlooms being left behind in modern times. Design consultant Michael Smythe discusses
Electric vehicle rally to join motorsport compeititon
Aug 27 2020
Electric vehicles about to enter the competitive rally world. Kathryn Trounson, Chairperson of Better NZ Trust, politically agnostic charity promoting electric vehicle use talks to the Panel.
Talk of need for capital gains tax to fund covid crisis
Aug 27 2020
Financial correspondent, Fran O'Sullivan, believes that now is the time to consider a capital gains tax, to fund the 50 billion dollar covid bill. Economist Brad Olsen joins the Panel to discuss.
Maori unrepresented at local government level around NZ
Aug 27 2020
Maori underrepresentation at local government level has sparked talk of iwi having voting rights and wards created. Dr Lara Greaves, an Auckland university lecturer in New Zealand Politics and Public Policy joins the discussion.
Air NZ posts $454 million loss and faces an uncertain future
Aug 27 2020
For the first time since 2002 Air New Zealand has posted a 454 million dollar loss. Aviation analyst with Forsyth Barr, Andy Bowley, talks to the panel about the industry's uncertain future.
Sentence handed down to Christchurch mosque shooter today
Aug 27 2020
The Christchurch mosque gunman has been sent to prison indefinitely in an historic move by the judge. Law Professor Al Gillespie talks about the hearing and the gunman's silence.
The Panel with Alexia Russell and Morgan Godfrey (Part 2)
Aug 27 2020
Financial correspondent, Fran O'Sullivan, believes that now is the time to consider a capital gains tax, to fund the 50 billion dollar covid bill. Economist.... joins the Panel to discuss. Electric vehicles about to enter the competitive rally world. Kathryn Trounson, Chairperson of Better NZ Trust, politically agnostic charity promoting electric vehicle use talks to the Panel. The BBC has looked at the lack of heirlooms being left behind in modern times. Design consultant Michael Smythe discuss...more
The Panel with Alexia Russell and Morgan Godfrey (Part One)
Aug 27 2020
Faisal Sayed was praying at the Linwood mosque with his father when the shooting started. He spoke to Wallace about the community's response to today's sentencing. The Christchurch mosque gunman has been sent to prison indefinitely in an historic move by the judge. Law Professor Al Gillespie talks about the hearing and the gunman's silence. For the first time since 2002 Air New Zealand has posted a 454 million dollar loss. Aviation analyst with Forsyth Barr, Andy Bowley, talks to the panel about...more
What Alexia Russel and Morgan Godfrey have been thinking
Aug 27 2020
"I've been thinking' with panellists Alexia Russell and Morgan Godfrey.
Linwood mosque victim Faisal Sayed on sentencing
Aug 27 2020
Faisal Sayed was praying at the Linwood mosque with his father when the shooting started. He spoke to Wallace about the community's response to today's sentencing.
Full stops in written communication deemed to be aggressive
Aug 26 2020
Full stops in written communication are now seen as a sign of aggression. The Panel speaks to author Catherine Robertson about how written language would look sans full stop.
Talk of a wealth tax being an easy way to fund covid crisis
Aug 26 2020
Wealth tax appears to be off the political radar in the lead up to the election but advocates say its a guaranteed way to pay for the covid crisis. Tax expert Terry Baucher joins the Panel to talk about how much it could help.
NZers willing to pay more for appliances IF they last longer
Aug 26 2020
A Consumer NZ survey has found that New Zealanders are willing to pay more for appliances IF they last longer. Consumer Chief Executive Jon Duffy joins the Panel to discuss.
Republican convention is slogan filled and very shouty
Aug 26 2020
The first night of the Republican National Convention in the US has been noted for its volume and slogans rather than for any substantial policy announcements.
Some financially hit by covid crisis can't access kiwisaver to pay bills
Aug 26 2020
Some who've been hit hard financially by the COVID crisis are concerned about not being able to access kiwisaver to pay their bills. Massey Business school professor Claire Matthews talks about the issues accessing retirement savings early.
Lockdown fatigue hitting in with team of 5million getting tetchy
Aug 26 2020
New research has found the team of 5 million are going through lockdown fatigue and are more anxious about having restrictions imposed. Psychologist Dr Dougal Sutherland talks about why the second round is harder to take.
The Panel with Teuila Fuatai and Pattrick Smellie (Part 2)
Aug 26 2020
NZers willing to pay more for appliances IF they last longer; Talk of a wealth tax being an easy way to fund covid crisis; Full stops in written communication deemed to be aggressive.
The Panel with Teuila Fuatai and Pattrick Smellie (Part 1)
Aug 26 2020
Lockdown fatigue hitting in with team of 5million getting tetchy; Some financially hit by covid crisis can't access kiwisaver to pay bills; Republican convention is slogan filled and very shouty.
What panellists Teuila Fuatai and Pattrick Smellie have been th
Aug 26 2020
"I've been thinking' with panellists Teuila Fuatai and Pattrick Smellie.
Story of the day with Amelia Langford
Aug 26 2020
Amelia Langford talks penguins with The Panel, in particular a Penguin Parade.