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Prosecutors summarise case against Philip Polkinghorne
The Crown says Philip Polkinghorne's obsession with sex worker Madison Ashton drove him to murder his wife. The former eye surgeon is accused of killing Pauline Hanna in 2021, though he claims her… Audio
Industrial action to disrupt Wellington trains
Rail and Maritime Transport Union members have voted to take all breaks and not work overtime or accept alterations to their shifts. Spokesperson Todd Valster says since taking over the commuter rail… Audio
East Coast forestry industry facing the axe
Forestry is big business on the East Coast, but new rules about slash are threatening its survival.
East Coast forestry industry facing the axe
Forestry is big business on the East Coast, and new rules about slash are threatening its survival. Audio
One last ride: Reuniting a dying man with his bike
The beloved bike on which Rob Appleton rode the length of the country for charity has been stolen. Now, he has six months to live and is hoping to give Big Jeff one last ride.
Breaches found within Marine and Coastal Act amendment
A Waitangi Tribunal report into changes to the Marine and Coastal Area Act has found the amendment breaches principals of the Treaty, and risks significantly endangering the Maori-Crown relationship… Audio
Political Panel for 13 Spetember 2024
Listen to our weekly political panel with RNZ Political editor Jo Moir and NZ Herald Political editor Claire Trevett Audio
How are NZ businesses faring as 2025 nears
Survive til '25 became a mantra for businesses in New Zealand. It reflects the feeling that 2024 will be a tough year for the economy, but better times are just around the corner. We're now less than… Audio
Health Minister confident on new health targets
The Health Minister Dr Shane Reti is confident that the government's five new health targets will lift the performance of the entire system. He's set out how these targets will be achieved, including… Audio
Police silent on response to Abuse in Care Inquiry findings
Police are refusing to say what, if any, work they are doing as a result of the revelations of violence and neglect exposed by the Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry. Morning Report… Audio
Labour calls new health targets ripe for 'game-ification'
Labour has called the government's new health targets ripe for 'game-ification'. Health Minister Shane Reti this week said the earlier announced targets of reducing ED waiting times and improving… Audio
Snow and rain is set to hit the South Island
Heavy snow warnings are in force for inland Otago until midday and Canterbury south of the Rakaia River until three o'clock this afternoon. MetService meterologist John Law spoke to Corin Dann Audio
The Detail: Safety measures en route for bus drivers
After a spate of attacks on bus drivers, authorities say public transport is still safe.
Police assurances of public safety after bus driver attacks
In spite of the recent rash of attacks on bus drivers, authorities say public transport is still safe. Audio
Te Kanawa Wilson wins Nga Manu Korero speech competition
Year 12 student Te Kanawa Wilson was declared best male speaker and won first overall in the senior te reo category at the Nga Manu Korero national speech competition. He spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 12 September
On today's episode, ACT Party leader David Seymour is dismissing analysis from the Council of Trade Unions suggesting it will cost at least $4 million to progress the Treaty Principles Bill to a… Audio
Govt announces chatbot Gov-GPT
The government has announced it will launch an AI chatbot called Gov-GPT to give businesses easy access to information about the government. Callaghan Innovation chief executive Stefan Korn spoke to… Audio
Energy shortage sparks conversation on renewable plans
New Zealand is not short on plans for renewable energy but few projects are making it past the planning stage. Morning Report producer Emma Ricketts finds out why. Audio
Double average number of complaints laid against employers
More than 550 migrants, advocates or others laid complaints against employers last month, which is more than double the average number this year. Migrant Exploitation Relief Foundation's Cameron Bower… Audio
ACC starts public consultation on levy rises
ACC has started a one-month public consultation on suggested annual levy rises of more than 7 percent for motorists and a potential 33 percent increase for motorcyclists. AA principal policy advisor… Audio