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We put the spotlight on the only living bear in NZ
13/03/2026 | 7 mins.
The only bear in New Zealand lives at Wellington Zoo. Her name is Sasa and she's not a panda, brown, or polar bear, but the smallest of the eight bear species: a Sun Bear.
Weekend Stuff: Gardening with Lynda Hallinan
13/03/2026 | 7 mins.
Let's talk about gardening now, our green thumbed guru Lynda Hallinan is with me to share some seasonal tips and tricks.
Food: Panfried Duck Breast with Balinese Spices
13/03/2026 | 11 mins.
Let's talk food now because Connie Clarkson, the manager of Auckland Council's The Kitchen Project is with me, with a great sounding duck breast recipe.
Film Review: Project Hail Mary and Oscars Chat!
13/03/2026 | 6 mins.
Afternoons film critic Kate Rodger joins Jesse to review Ryan Gosling's latest offering Project Hail Mary and to preview the Oscars.
Chris Parker wants you to take a good hard look at him
13/03/2026 | 7 mins.
One of our favourite comedians Chris Parker has just announced his latest tour, "Take a Good Hard Look at Me" Jesse gets the inside word about what to expect.