Morning Report

Now it's time to look at some more entertaining highlights from 2013. Audio

Those hoping for some sunshine to go with their presents and second helpings of trifle this Christmas may have to think again. Audio

South Sudan's government is beginning a major offensive to retake two strategic towns controlled by rebels loyal to former Vice President Riek Machar, deepening fears that the conflict is provoking… Read more Audio

The boy at the centre of a legal dispute over cancer treatment in England has been given the all-clear. Audio

Every year scientists around the world are baffled by the seemingly miraculous ability of Santa Claus to visit a billion children in a single night. Audio

Tony Abbott's Government is being accused of backing down on a whaling election promise. Audio

Here's a Christmas message from the Māori Party co-leader, Tariana Turia. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The Prime Minister does not believe voters will be put off if National signals it will work with parties like the Conservatives after next year's election. Audio

New Zealanders are paying a third more for phone and broadband packages than other developed countries. Audio

It's that time in the year when we take a look at the 'transitioning and repurposing' of the language. Audio

And from the other side of the house here's David Cunliffe, The Labour Party leader. Audio