What started as an experiment has become a global phenomenon. MAFS is a ratings powerhouse and one of the world's most argued-about shows.

Former New Zealand cricket star turned Australian love expert John Aiken talks love, scandals and the show that changed reality TV

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The Government's LNG plan has triggered an explosive row over the difference between a tax and a levy, but the major question is whether it will keep the lights on

Imported liquified natural gas could be a stopgap insurance policy against dry years - or an expensive, dirty fuel that will hit Kiwis in the pocket

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More than 600 million litres of untreated sewage have poured into Wellington water, leaving beaches empty and questions over who's responsible

A Breaker Bay local with a long history of fighting for clean water in Wellington explains why the sewage dump is so catastrophic, for health, history, and the environment

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Auckland could become a victim of Sail GP's success, with harbour cities around the world bidding for hosting chances

Great photos, terrific facilities and enthusiastic crowds don't necessarily mean Sail GP is a certainty for the city in the future

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From boom to brake - we look at what went wrong for EVs in New Zealand, and what needs to happen to get the spark back

The EV slowdown: How Government decisions changed the road ahead

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Auckland Council's planning has been thrown for a loop after what looks like yet another government-imposed rule change over housing

Government interference in planning rules for Auckland housing has reached new heights with another u-turn frustrating the council

Guests:

• Richard Hills- North Shore Councillor
• Kristen De Monchy- Sandringham resident
• Philip Bradley- Sandringham resident

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• Read more about Richard Hills and intensification on RNZ
• NZ Initiative opinion piece on the intensification row
• Auckland Council clarifies the 2 million myth

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Skins, snow and scrutiny: How the 2026 Winter Olympics is unfolding for our athletes

This year, the most contested "ice" at the Winter Olympics isn't on the rink - it's U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Guest:

• Nathan Rarere, RNZ First Up presenter and sports reporter

Learn more:

• See Olympic winter games key facts and figures
• Read more about New Zealand's Olympic team here
• Read more about ICE agents in Italy and why ICE agents are at the Olympic games
• Read more about the crotch-enlarging scandal here

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Weeks after the January floods wreaked havoc on the east coast, The Detail visits two towns to see how locals are holding up - and what the future holds

Sharon Brettkelly visits Ōpōtiki and Te Araroa to see how the towns are faring after the devastating January floods

Guests:

• Tani Atkins-Waitoa - Te Araroa local
• Robin Hapeta - Te Araroa local
• David Moore - Ōpōtiki mayor

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