All of the times comedian John Oliver roasted New…
by NotedIn celebration of John Oliver putting us back on the map, we're revisiting all the times he's roasted, ragged, ribbed or razzed the country.
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A wing and a prayer
The shocking decline in birds worldwide is a disaster of humanity’s making. by Sally Blundell
Mind that child
Sweeping restructuring at Plunket is radically changing the 111-year-old organisation so it can focus more on the needs of the wider community. But not everyone is happy about the changes. by Sarah Catherall
Trading up
Hours after Europe hit a range of US products with retaliatory tariffs, the EU’s trade commissioner was selling the benefits of the free exchange of goods. by Pattrick Smellie
One terrible mistake
In her latest novel, Dame Fiona Kidman focuses on the tragic story of Paddy Black, the second-to-last man hanged in New Zealand. by Diana Wichtel
Māori language
Part two of our Māori Language feature will be published in the July 14 Listener.
Health Savour your morning cup of coffee – the benefits far outweigh the risks. by Nicky Pellegrino
Nutrition Not everyone’s trying to shed kilos. Here are tips for those, especially the elderly, who want to gain weight. by Jennifer Bowden
Food The north African influence on southern Spanish cooking is unmistakable. by Lauraine Jacobs
Wine The original Matua vineyard is now home to The Hunting Lodge wines. by Michael Cooper
Psychology Need to churn out a lot of words? Try mixing up your venues, so you learn to write anywhere. by Marc Wilson
Sport Anyone would think the All Blacks beat France only because of incompetent, if not corrupt, officiating. by Paul Thomas
In on the act Thomasin McKenzie wowed Cannes as the daughter of a damaged US military vet, and next she’ll be playing an Anne Frank-like character in Taika Waititi’s new film – with him as Hitler. by Helen Barlow
Books A biography of Robin Williams, a memoir by Glen David Gold, and books about time and its broad sweep, and life, death and the illusion of control.
Classical From Colin Currie Group, Synergy Vocals and Leonie Holmes
Music From Joshua Hedley, Gruff Rhys
Film Incredibles 2, Edie, Adrif
Editorial
Letters Plus Caption Competition, Quips & Quotes, Life in NZ and 10 Quick Questions
Bulletin from Abroad Cathrin Schaer in Berlin
Back to Black Joanne Black
Life Bill Ralston
Politics Jane Clifton
The Good Life Greg Dixon
Diversions & Puzzles
Wordsworth Gabe Atkinson
Television Fiona Rae
TV Films Fiona Rae
TV Review Diana Wichtel
Radio Fiona Rae
TV programmes
Radio programmes