First Up for Thursday 15 August 2019

5:54 AM.The Department of Corrections has apologised to victims of the attacks for allowing the accused man to send a letter to a supporter overseas that was then posted online. The alleged gunman wrote the… Read more Audio

5:48 AM.Food producers are hopeful the government's proposal to protect highly productive soil from being turned into housing developments means they'll be able to continue growing fresh produce here in New… Read more Video, Audio

5:37 AM.All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has made several changes to his side to meet Australia in the second Bledisloe Cup game at Eden Park. It's a must-win game this Saturday night if the All Blacks are to… Read more Audio

5:35 AM.Why does casino operator, SkyCity include two sets of earnings numbers in its full year result? Our business reporter Nona Pelletier has the answer. Audio