Morning Report

The FIFA Women's World Cup quarter finals kick off in Wellington at one this afternoon.

The Netherlands are up against Spain in the first match, followed by Japan playing Sweden in the second… Read more Audio

Cyclists in the capital are still reporting close shaves from aggressive drivers when using the new two-lane cycle-lane connecting the Basin Reserve and Waitangi Park on the waterfront.

Some… Read more Audio

Sunlight is the best disinfectant - at least that's the approach the government's taking to closing the 11-cent pay gap between men and women.

It wants companies with more than 250 staff to report… Read more Audio

Auckland fruit and vegetable growers are worried lack of sunshine is harming the quality of their produce and lowering its value.

Last month, Auckland had only 4 days without rain, and growers say… Read more Audio

The only substantial document firefighters had about landslide risks prior to the fatal Muriwai slip in February, was a 10-year-old manual from Sweden.

The document was in English, but it said little… Read more Audio

A bilingual work has taken out the top prize at the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults.

Te Wehenga: The Separation of Ranginui and Papatūānuku by Mat Tait was last night presented… Read more Audio

It's been a tough few weeks for Northland conservation group Bay Bush Action.

The volunteers' efforts to wipe out pests and bring back native species such as kiwi had been paying off - until a spate… Read more Audio

While much of the world is battling with inflation, China is dealing with deflation - and it could have a big impact on New Zealand exports.

In New Zealand, consumer prices have been rising steadily… Read more Audio

An Auckland principal is sick of education policy being used for "soundbites" in the lead up to elections.

Kyle Brewerton, Auckland Primary Principals' Association (APPA) president and Remuera… Read more Audio