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Morning Report for Thursday 28 May 2015
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Train graffitied while passengers onboard
8:57 AM.Commuters on the Waitakere line in Auckland faced an unexpected delay last night when the train was attacked with spray paint. Audio
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MPs asked to change law on abortion for under-16
8:55 AM.MPs are being asked to consider changing the law so parents are informed if their under-age child seeks an abortion. Audio
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Govt does not know how many will be lifted out of poverty
8:52 AM.The Government does not know how many children last week's Budget will lift out of poverty but is adamant the changes will help poorer families. Audio
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Te Manu Korihi News for 28 May 2015
8:49 AM.The Raukura Waikato Social Services Trust has suffered another blow from government agencies following its suspension yesterday by the Ministry of Social Development; The Whānau Ora iwi leaders group… Read more Audio
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Farmers bracing for another year of poor payouts for milk
8:44 AM.Fonterra has announced its forecast farmgate milk prices for the next 12 months. It is expecting to pay farmers $5.25 a kilogram of milk solids. Audio
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Judge to decide fate of Lecretia Seales
8:38 AM.The judge who will decide whether Wellington woman Lecretia Seales can die with her doctor's help has thanked the dying woman for taking the case. Audio
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More analysis form RNZ Political Editor
8:29 AM.Our Political Editor Brent Edwards is with us in the studio. Audio
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Saudi sheep farm a new low in international relations - Peters
8:24 AM.The Government is knocking back suggestions that millions of dollars of taxpayer money poured into an influential Saudi businessman's farm was a bribe. Audio
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Nike statement on FIFA investigations
8:23 AM."Nike believes in ethical and fair play in both business and sport and strongly opposes any form of manipulation or bribery,". "We have been cooperating, and will continue to cooperate, with the… Read more Audio
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FIFA corruption fallout on Under 20 FIFA World Cup
8:18 AM.The revelations come just days ahead of the beginning of the Under 20 FIFA World Cup which is being held in New Zealand. The former Chairman of New Zealand Football is Frank van Hattum Audio
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Investigative journalist not surprised by allegations
8:11 AM.Back now to FIFA and as we have been reporting two separate investigations by American and Swiss authorities have been launched. Audio
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AT parking changes will discourage bus use
7:55 AM.George Wood is a North Shore councillor on the Auckland Council Audio
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Charging for Akl park-and-ride facilities
7:51 AM.A vehicle expert is questioning Auckland Transport's judgement over its proposal to charge commuters for parking at some train and bus stations. Audio
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"I'm not afraid to die and I'm not afraid to live"
7:47 AM.One of those who does not support Ms Seales is Dr Huhana Hickey, a member of Not Dead Yet Aotearoa, who is also wheelchair-bound. Audio
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Wait begins for Lecretia Seales
7:42 AM.The judge who will decide whether a Wellington woman can die with her doctor's help has thanked the dying woman for taking the case. Audio
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Government spent more than planned on Saudi farm
7:35 AM.Back now to the criticism of the Government for pouring more than eleven million dollars of taxpayer money into an influential Saudi businessman's farm Audio
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Government accused of paying multi-million dollar bribe
7:29 AM.The Government has been accused of bribery after pouring more than eleven million dollars worth of taxpayer money into an influential Saudi businessman's farm Audio
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CTU concerned about weakening changes
7:27 AM.The Workplace Relations and Safety Minister, Michael Woodhouse, said he was unavailable to come on Morning Report. Helen Kelly is the president of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions. Audio
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PM plays down caucus divisions over health and safety reforms
7:23 AM.The Prime Minister is downplaying any divisions within the National Party caucus over the now-delayed workplace health and safety law reforms. Audio
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FBI investigation of FIFA involves charges of racketeering
7:17 AM.Martin Lipton is the deputy sports editor at The Sun newspaper in London. Audio
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World soccer rocked by Fifa arrests
7:10 AM.The world's greatest game has been rocked by multi-million dollar corruption and bribery charges laid by US authorities and another separate investigation by Swiss officials. Audio
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Morning markets for 28 May 2015
6:58 AM.Wall Street is up, with investors upbeat that Greece is unlikely to default on loan repayments. Audio
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Turners posts profit
6:56 AM.Turners is picking strong underlying trading profit this year, as it counts a full contribution from its car auction business and ongoing growth from its finance units. Audio
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Metro Performance Glass misses sales growth target
6:54 AM.Metro Performance Glass says it's bullish about its future prospects, despite lower-than-expected revenue growth as the construction industry struggles to meet pent-up demand. Audio
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Westland forecasts $5.60- $6 payout for next season
6:53 AM.The country's second biggest dairy co-operative, Westland Milk Products, is picking a better payout for its farmers in the forthcoming season. Audio
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Sky's revenue up 18% since start of H2/15
6:51 AM.A strong economy and good air links to Asia have boosted Sky City Entertainment's revenue for the second half of its financial year. Audio
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Mainfreight's expects further sales and earnings records
6:48 AM.The transport and logistics firm, Mainfreight, is expecting more after its annual sales and earnings hit record highs. Audio
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Judge has thanked the dying woman
6:43 AM.The judge who will decide whether a Wellington woman can die with her doctor's help without the doctor then being charged has thanked the dying woman for taking the case. Audio
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Twin raids on two continents have targetted FIFA Officials
6:39 AM.Twin raids on two continents have targetted FIFA Officials in what is a major scandal that is rocking international football. Audio
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Te Manu Korihi News for 28 May 2015
6:27 AM.The Whānau Ora iwi leaders group is accusing government departments of not placing enough value on Māori expertise; The Raukura Waikato Social Services Trust has suffered another blow from government… Read more Audio
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Major scandal is rocking international football
6:11 AM.Twin raids on two continents have targetted FIFA Officials in what is a major scandal that is rocking international football. Audio
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Top Stories for Thursday 28 May 2015
6:00 AM.Fourteen top Fifa officials are charged with accepting more than 150 million dollars in kickbacks. National backbenchers force a delay to tougher new work safety law and public support for a… Read more Audio