Morning Report

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A suprise new billion dollar plan is put forward for a 21st century tram system for Auckland. Ruataniwha dam opponents are outraged a polluting sewage plant has escaped prosecution and after being… Read more Audio

Dunedin's celebrating its celtic roots in Edinburgh today. Audio

Thousands of charities have been threatened with being thrown off the official register after going for years without filing annual returns -- which, an expert says, leaves the system open to abuse. Audio

Dairy farmers in Canterbury are calling for greater use of irrigation. Audio

The Maori Development Minister says it is time for Ngati Tuwharetoa to cut its losses and focus on the future; The business side of Taranaki Whanui in Wellington has abandoned its base at the… Read more Audio

Some drivers in the top of the South Island say they are avoiding using the roads because of a fear of unsafe overseas drivers. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

The Whanganui Mayor, Annette Main, is asking people to show compassion after the death of a toddler in the grounds of the town's hospital. Audio

A major concern from some political parties and environmental groups about the overhaul of the Resource Management Act is the potential for the loss of important environmental protections. Audio

The Auckland mayor, Len Brown, is largely in support of the proposed changes to the Resource Management Act, outlined by the Government last night. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio