Paul Froggatt (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

Meet the chef whose 'magical, mischievous' fare holds the highest Michelin rating in NZ

Chef Paul Froggatt may be renowned for his artful treatment of the finest local ingredients, but he hasn't forgotten his UK origins.

Sat, Oct 3

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'He comes across well, he's direct – perhaps that's what we need'

Opinion: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a 46-year-old civil construction worker shares his views on the 2026 election, and the leaders at its forefront.

Sat, Oct 3

Tame and Tova launches on Thursday October 1 on TVNZ+ or wherever you get your podcasts. (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

'It's going to get scrappy': Tova O'Brien and Jack Tame predict a heated Election 2026

As two of Aotearoa's sharpest political journalists prepare to launch their Election 2026 vodcast, we subject the pair to a 1News Grill.

Sun, Sep 27

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I love my local MP but loathe his party, so I'm splitting my vote down the middle'

Opinion: Our latest State of the Nation interview proves that warmth, visibility and listening skills go a long way in politics, with one North Island voter supporting her MP, despite deeply disliking his party.

Sat, Sep 26

Kiwi actor Michael Hurst has played a lot of Shakespearean roles.

Overseas producers making moves in NZ need to cast more Kiwi actors, says Michael Hurst

The veteran actor is tired of overseas producers "plundering our resources" without supporting local talent.

Sun, Sep 20

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I feel rejected by the parties I used to support – this year I'll vote a different way'

Opinion: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a 34-year-old North Islander explains her reasoning behind voting differently to how she ever has before.

Sat, Sep 19

Morgana O'Reilly stars on Taskmaster, from Monday.

'I'll vote for people with tougher lives than me' - Kiwi actor Morgana O'Reilly

As the seasoned star of White Lotus and Stories about My Body limbered up for the next wild season of Taskmaster, she also faced a 1News Grill.

Sun, Sep 13

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I'm a nurse and I'll vote for the party that I believe cares about New Zealanders'

Opinion: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a registered nurse reveals who he plans to vote for in November.

Sat, Sep 12

Film-maker Vea Mafile'o and the legendary subject of her latest documentary LOMU, playing in cinemas now.

'People would be surprised': LOMU co-director reveals what she learned about Jonah

Vea Mafile'o is a multi-award-winning film-maker, and the latest person to face a 1News Grill.

Sat, Sep 5

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'I know which party I plan to vote for, but I think they need a new leader'

Opinion: A 59-year-old Christchurch salesperson in the construction industry is formulating firm views in the lead up to November 7.

Sat, Sep 5

Stan Walker.

Stan Walker's challenge to NZ kids: 'Make my new song yours and join me on stage'

Stan Walker performs his new song Family Tree, shares an opportunity with the talented youth of Aotearoa, and faces a 1News Grill.

Fri, Sep 4

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August 2026
One for the Roadie co-host Maia Wilson (composite image Callum Lloyd)

Netball star Maia Wilson reveals her mentors and her vices

She's known for her netball, but over the next few weeks Maia Wilson will focus on provincial rugby in new show One for the Roadie.

Sat, Aug 29

Jonny Brugh (Composite image: Callum Lloyd)

'Everyone is underrated in NZ': Jonny Brugh on the creative life in a small country

Comedian, actor, and musician Jonny Brugh is the latest to face a 1News Grill.

Sun, Aug 23

Olivia Tennet (Composite image: Callum Lloyd, 1News)

'People are really struggling': Kiwi actor notices mood shift in her neighbourhood

Actress Olivia Tennet faces questions that range from serious to trivial in our weekly 1News Grill.

Sun, Aug 16

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'National say they're fixing the basics - here's what I think about that'

OPINION: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a 64-year-old financial advisor shares his views on Aotearoa and who he plans to vote for in November.

Sat, Aug 15

Composite image: Callum Lloyd, 1News

What a single farm worker with great budgeting skills spends at the supermarket

A redundancy left this rural dweller with a tight food budget, but skills learned in childhood hold her in good stead.

Sun, Aug 9

Who will lead New Zealand into 2027?

'They make me really angry': Kiwi nurse in Oz reveals who won't get her vote

OPINION: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, we talk to a New Zealander in Australia who still keeps an eye on politics at home and will be voting this November.

Sat, Aug 8

Author and lawyer Asher Emanuel (composite image: Callum Lloyd, 1Newsa)

'Most Kiwis would be surprised by who's in prison': lawyer and best-selling crime writer

THE GRILL: Asher Emanuel is a Wellington-based lawyer and the author of one of the most talked about books of the year.

Sat, Aug 8

We ask 1News readers their thoughts in the lead-up to the 2026 general election.

'I don't really like them, but I plan to vote for them'

OPINION: A Wellington landscaper knows exactly which way he's going to vote.

Sat, Aug 1

In Coastal Wonders, Tom Webster showcases divine homes at the edge of the ocean, in New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific.

Grand Designs' Tom Webster reveals one item you'll never see in his house

As he launches new home-grown show, Coastal Wonders, tomorrow night, we subject Tom Webster to a 1News Grill.

Sat, Aug 1

July 2026
Karl Te Nana kicks off a new 1News series of interviews: The Grill. (Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod, 1News)

Karl Te Nana reveals key player to watch as NPC rugby kicks off

Free-to-screen rugby is being revived this season with the NPC live and free on TVNZ+.

Sat, Jul 25

A 30-something Auckland voter reveals her views about the pending general election. (Composite image: Vinay Ranchhod, 1News)

'I can see the appeal of leaving NZ, and I know exactly which way I'll vote'

Opinion: In the latest in our State of the Nation series, a 30-something parent and operations manager shares her views about the current direction of Aotearoa.

Sat, Jul 25

Composite image: Eamon Doyle, 1News

'Even fruit is a luxury': What a multi-generation household spends on groceries

A professional couple finds, with two pre-schoolers and two grandparents in their home, they still need to watch their grocery budget tightly.

Sat, Jul 18

Mary Brennan is one of New Zealand's most high-profile madams. (Composite image: Anna Bittle)

Brothel madam notes tough times in sex industry: 'We're a luxury spend'

In the latest in our Finances after Fifty series we talk to Mary Brennan, 64, a former dominatrix and now owner and madam of Wellington brothel Funhouse.

Sat, Jul 11

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'There's no way I'm voting for the party I voted for three years ago'

OPINION: A 53-year-old Wellington lawyer reveals her views on the two main political party leaders and who she plans to vote for in November.

Sat, Jul 4