The Long Read from Stuff Stuff

Cemeteries across Christchurch have faced neglect, vandalism, and damage over time. But whose job is it to look after cemeteries? Is it worth the time and money, when the city’s living have their own urgent needs?
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Written and read by Philip Matthews
Produced by Jen Black
Audio editing by Connor Scott
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In 1998, David Robinson, a drifter and petty criminal, was found dead on a West Coast beach. With few clues about how he died, or why, the investigation petered out. But now, police have what every cold case craves – a new suspect.
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Written by Sam Sherwood and Michael Wright
Read by Michael Wright
Produced by Jen Black
Audio editing by Connor Scott
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NZ's baby scoop era marks a dark time in our country's history, where children were stolen from their mothers under a state-know-best policy.
WARNING: This podcast contains references to mental health, suicide, and abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.
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Written and read by Paula Penfold
Produced by Jen Black
Audio editing by Connor Scott
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From Northland to the Catlins, thousands of Kiwis give up their homes, gardens, and time to help the Danaus plexippus butterfly, more commonly known as the monarch butterfly.
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Written and read by Nikki Macdonald
Produced by Jen Black
Audio editing by Connor Scott
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The Kings Arms became a hub of metal, punk, indie, and reggae scenes throughout its 198 years in Newton, Auckland. There hasn't been a venue to fill its hole in the music scene since it closed in 2018.
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Written by Steve Kilgallon
Read by Elmo Johnstone
Produced by Jen Black
Audio editing by Connor Scott
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Father Damian Carlile was sent to Aotearoa after he was accused of sexual abuse in Gabon, Africa. But then allegations about altar boys in Whanganui arose in the early 2000s.
WARNING: This podcast discusses abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.
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CREDITS
Written by Federico Magrin
Read by Aaron Dahmen
Produced by Jen Black
Audio editing: Connor Scott
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