Morning Report

The latest from the Pacific region. Audio

MPs are deadlocked on what changes should be made to legislation to radically revamp local councils. Audio

Both contenders for the US presidency are back on the campaign trail. Audio

New jobs for Christchurch, but are there homes for the migrant workers who may rebuild the city.Two days after Superstorm Sandy, the death toll rises again and the presidential candidates go back to… Read more Audio

The family of Ned Kelly is now planning to a dignified burial for their ancestor after finalising the return of the remains from the Victorian government. Audio

Fireworks go on sale tomorrow and importers say their life's being made difficult by New Zealand's tight regulations. Audio

Former reporters for the Truth newspaper hope the appointment of a well-known blogger as its editor might help restore it to its heyday. Audio

The Crown is standing by its decision to resolve Treaty claims with a Maori urban authority - and not an iwi; The threat of court action - over how to divide a huge forest among Maori - is on hold; A… Read more Audio

Auckland's mayor hopes to persuade his council today to overturn a decision to divert this year's budget debate away from a committee that includes Maori. Audio

A rowdy protest was held in Christchurch yesterday over the Government's plan to revamp education in the earthquake-hit city. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio