Morning Report

The head of a leading computer animation company says arguments supporting executives' multi-million dollar salaries are self-serving and in many cases cannot be defended. Audio

The head of Maori Studies at University of Auckland, Professor Margaret Mutu, says the government is forcing Maori to pick between a bribe and doing what is right. Audio

The country's biggest iwi, Ngapuhi, has been urged to put aside its differences and reach a treaty settlement with the crown. Audio

Three people have been rescued after a fishing trawler sank in Bluff harbour this morning. Audio

With Wellington sevens fever in full swing most of the focus has fallen on New Zealand and whether or not the men in black can reclaim the title they lost last year. Audio

Despite turbulent weather keeping the crowds away - Waitangi Day proved to be a worthwhile and memorable occasion for those who braved the wild conditions in Waitangi itself. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

As you heard last half hour there, what is on, or should we say not on Australian supermarket shelves, is one of the issues likely to be discussed during top level talks today between the New Zealand… Read more Audio

And when speaking to Laura, the Uganda Cricket Association chief executive Justine Ligyalingi said he was bitterly disappointed by the two players. Audio

The body that runs cricket in Uganda has confirmed two of its national team members have disappeared in New Zealand and the men's visas will expire today. Audio

The Winter Olympics will formally kick off in Russia with a spectacular opening ceremony tomorrow morning, but they will be held amid tight security. Audio

John Key expects to discuss ongoing leaks from the fugitive American whistle-blower Edward Snowden, during discussions with his Australian counterpart in Sydney today. Audio