RNZ News at 5pm, December 5

Man caught trying to smuggle geckos out of the country jailed

Critical public health roles could go under new restructure

Biggest indoor sport and aquatics centre in the country prepares to open

Sprinter Eddie Osei switches to competing for Australia

The highest and lowest priced properties sold this year

Professor sparks debate after refusing to reply to emails beginning 'hey'

Children injured after chemical mixup at childcare centre

RNZ Pacific News at 4pm for 5 December 2025

Critter of the Week:

Food: Caramelised Onion Sausage Roll Wreath

RNZ Pacific News at 3pm for 5 December 2025

Film Review: Zooptopia 2 and Nuremberg

RNZ Pacific News at 2pm for 5 December 2025

Freaky Friday

Midday Report Essentials for Friday 5 December 2025

Why makes a successful company stand out from the rest?

How can we ensure our kids are safe playing sport?

What's going on with property prices in Auckland?

Weekend sports preview with reporter Bridget Tunnicliffe