Morning Report for Tuesday 18 March 2025

10:00 AM.On today's episode, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has won facetime and favour with global heavyweight Narendra Modi on a frenetic full day in India, where both pledged greater military cooperation… Read more Audio

8:55 AM.The medal winners of the Outstanding Food Producer Awards have been announced on Tuesday morning. Head judge Lauraine Jacobs spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

8:50 AM.Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been in meetings with US officials in Washington DC. Political reporter Lillian Hanley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

8:44 AM.A group of aid agencies have penned an open letter to the Foreign Minister, Finance Minister, and Climate Change Minister - calling for an increase in funding for Pacific nations to help them with the… Read more Audio

8:40 AM.The drought in the Central North Island is really starting to bite for farmers. Lake Taupō sheep farmer Ruby Mulinder spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

8:38 AM.Doctors are warning that giving GPs the task of doing more on-the-job training for new graduates and foreign medics will load more pressure on primary care. Ruth Hill reports. Audio

8:34 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

8:27 AM.Market Update for 18 March 2025 Audio

8:22 AM.A new Rotorua housing development is offering cheaper rent to some essential workers. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

8:15 AM.Househunters are being offered $500 grocery vouchers or a free week's rent by Auckland landlords keen to lure them - but are being told to hold off for more. Rowan Quinn reports. Audio

8:10 AM.The Prime Minister has pledged greater military co-operation with India, following his bilateral talks with Narendra Modi. Political editor Jo Moir spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

8:06 AM.The White Ferns are chasing a T20 series win over Sri Lanka and while the hosts are missing some big names, all-rounder Brooke Halliday is confident the team's rookies will continue to step up. Audio

7:55 AM.Now to an activity for people who love to stare at the back of someone else's head for a reward at the end..... Queuing! First Up reporter Ke-Xin Li went to find out what makes people get in line. Audio

7:47 AM."Alexa, play RNZ" may be something some of our listeners are used to saying, as smart devices ingratiate themselves into our lives. But others have embraced the internet even more and can say "okay… Read more Audio

7:42 AM.The clock is ticking for drought-stricken farmers in the Central North Island who fear if they don't get rain soon, the grass won't grow before winter bites. Our reporter Alexa Cook hit the road to… Read more Audio

7:42 AM.Police officers who have been getting hurt putting out road spikes to stop fleeing drivers, have had to wait seven years for a safer option. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

7:40 AM.After a 30C day on Monday, Cantabrians are waking up to a much cooler day when a southerly change rolls in. Audio

7:22 AM.Foreign Minister Winston Peters has had his first meetings in Washington DC - ahead of the main event with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Lillian Hanly is in Washington DC and spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

7:15 AM.Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has won facetime and favour with global heavyweight Narendra Modi on a frenetic full day in India, where both pledged greater military cooperation. Luxon spoke to… Read more Audio

7:10 AM.Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has won significant facetime with global heavyweight Narendra Modi on a frenetic full day in India. Craig McCulloch reports. Audio

7:06 AM.Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah has been penalised 50 percent of his match fee for barging into the back of Black Caps bowler Zakary Foulkes player during his side's heavy defeat in the first T20… Read more Audio

6:53 AM.Business news for 18 March 2025. Audio

6:48 AM.The Vatican has released the first image of Pope Francis since he was admitted to hospital a month ago. Italian correspondent Seema Gupta spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

6:44 AM.The Whangārei District Council has backed down from its bid to keep fluoride out of the city's water. Mayor Vince Cocurullo spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

6:28 AM.News from the rural farming sector. Audio

6:26 AM.Latest news from Radio New Zealand's business team. Audio

6:15 AM.Restarting trade talks with India is being seen by Beef and Lamb New Zealand as marking a significant step forward for New Zealand's red meat sector, unlocking new opportunities for exporters. Beef… Read more Audio

6:06 AM.Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah has been penalised 50 percent of his match fee for a breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during his side's heavy defeat to the Black Caps last Sunday. Audio