Morning Report

The Labour party is describing the latest round of job cuts as reckless.

Part of the proposal was to look at closing the Suicide Prevention Office and merging two of the main roles into a wider team.

A tight job market in the capital is about to get even more competitive, with government agencies looking to make more cuts over the next few months.

But those facing redundancy won't just be… Read more Audio

Regional councils and insurers agree: funding for flood protection is vital for keeping insurance in at-risk areas affordable and available.

But the man leading an 80-project proposal says the… Read more Audio

Nelson Council has completed buyouts worth $6 million for ten properties at risk of landslides from public land.

The properties in the suburb, The Brook, were at risk following the severe rainfall in… Read more Audio

Local Government New Zealand says reversing councils' ability to decide on Maori wards is a "slap in the face" from central Government.

The Coalition announced councils that brought in Māori wards… Read more Audio

Technology professionals have seen demand for their skills tumble by more than 50 percent over the past year, according to an industry body that tracks recruitment around the country.

The… Read more Audio