Nine To Noon

RNZ•www.rnz.co.nz

Smart, in-depth and relentlessly curious, host Kathryn Ryan dives into the stories shaping New Zealand and its people. Interviews and expert analysis from around the world and at home. It’s where big ideas are unpacked and everyday life explored.

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Episodes

Political commentators Ben Thomas and Gareth Hughes

Ben, Gareth and Kathryn discuss whether Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has the support of his caucus.

Apr 19, 2026•24 min

Around the motu: Amy Williams, RNZ reporter in Auckland

Amy has the latest updates on the planned opening of the Central Rail Link, and more.

Apr 19, 2026•11 min

Book review: The Society of Literary Marauders by Sasha Wasley

Carole Beu of The Women's Bookshop in Auckland reviews The Society of Literary Marauders by Sasha Wasley, published by Pantera Press.

Apr 19, 2026•5 min

A Memoir of Awakening, Rebellion, and Survival in Syria

Syrian Loubna Mrie grew up believing the Assad regime her community, but as the Arab Spring reached Syria in 2011, she woke up to its brutality.

Apr 19, 2026•25 min

Europe correspondent Seamus Kearney

Hungary's new Prime Minister increases his supermajority, meanwhile exit polls in Bulgaria show Eurosceptic ex-president Rumen Radev ahead.

Apr 19, 2026•13 min

Public easements revealed that allow greater outdoor access

Access across and into some of the best outdoor areas in the country has become easier to access.

Apr 19, 2026•13 min

Fuel surcharges hitting pharmacy deliveries

Pharmacies delivering medicines to patients who can't make it into the stores are being hit by fuel cost surcharges.

Apr 19, 2026•7 min

Dramatic rescues in Wellington after torrential rain

Torrential rains has caused flooding and landslides in Wellington.

Apr 19, 2026•14 min

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