Morning Report

McLaren have called for an inquiry into the penalty Lando Norris was given for ignoring yellow flags during the Qatar Grand Prix. Audio

On today's episode, at the party's conference in Christchurch, leader Chris Hipkins said - if elected in 2026 - his government will reinstate smoke-free legislation, complete Dunedin Hospital's… Read more Audio

We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio

A group of elderly Western Samoans born between 1924 and 1949 can now finally obtain New Zealand citizenship after being stripped of it decades ago. Grace Fiavaai has more. Audio

From Wellington's Khandallah to Christchurch's Cashmere, New Zealand's urban centres are full of names with origins that can be traced to India. RNZ Asia's Blessen Tom reports. Audio

University of Auckland scientists have begun providing a genetic test for people with autism. Katie Fitzgerald has been looking into this. Audio

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says his party has ruled joining the security pact AUKUS. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

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

Market Update for 2 December 2024 Audio

Sunday marked the start of summer and Water Safety New Zealand says Kiwis are on track to make 2024 a landmark year. Water Safety New Zealand chief executive Daniel Gerrard spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

A former US defence department chief of staff in the first Trump administration, Patel has been a steadfast supporter of the incoming Republican president. Correspondent Jagruti Dave spoke to Morning… Read more Audio

Abuse in care survivors are outraged after senior ministers suggested lowering expectations on government commitments. Abuse survivors Ken Clearwater and Tu Chapman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio