Morning Report Essentials for 3rd July

On today's episode, Labour is pleased that the government is now supporting the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill. The Communications and Media Minister admits Australia has faced challenges in trying to compel global media giants to pay for local media. Driver training advocates are welcoming the government's changes to eligibility for free driver test re-sits. In its latest monthly report, RealEstate.co.nz found that the number of houses for sale is higher than it was a year ago. The fernbird, or matata, has been photographed at the Taupo Swamp near Plimmerton, north of Wellington, for the first time.