Morning Report

Israel says three hostages - who have been held by Hamas in Gaza for 15 months - have been released back into Israeli territory hours after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began. Correspondent… Read more Audio

On today's episode, The deal negotiated between Israel and Hamas ensures at least 600 truckloads of humanitarian aid will enter Gaza every day of the ceasefire, with at least 50 of them carrying fuel… Read more Audio

The Dargaville Little Theatre has been selected to represent New Zealand in the World Amateur Theatre Festival in Monaco this year. Troy Matich reports. Audio

Wellington City Council will dig up a thousand cubic metres of asbestos, arsenic, lead and other materials at a scenic South Coast beach. Nick James reports. Audio

The first stop on the global tour of the Vivienne Westwood and Jewellery exhibition opens today at Te Papa in the capital. Reporter Krystal Gibbens took a tour of the exhibit with Nomad Exhibitions… Read more Audio

After a failed attempt 12 months ago, when it had to be moved to Lyttelton, Sail GP makes its debut in Auckland this weekend. Glen Larmer reports. Audio

It has been one month since the 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake struck Vanuatu's capital Port Vila. RNZ Pacific News Editor Koroi Hawkins is in Vanuatu and filed this report. Audio

One of the world's largest religious festivals is underway in India, the Kumbh Mela, which takes place every 12 years on the banks of several rivers including the Ganges. RNZ Asia's Gaurav Sharma… Read more Audio

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio

This year is set to be a big year for the coalition government, with the economy and race relations already hot topics, and a change of deputy Prime Minister on the cards. Political commentators… Read more Audio

Prospective dog owners in Auckland will soon be able to meet and greet their furry friends at a new, council-run, adoption centre in Pukekohe. Jessica Hopkins reports. Audio

Palestinian and Israeli communities in New Zealand are celebrating the news of a ceasefire in Gaza - but it's a very cautious optimism. Lauren Crimp has more. Audio