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Morning Report for Thursday 4 August 2016
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Unscrupulous talent scouts in Pacific focus of new film
8:54 AM.A new feature at this week's NZ International Film Festival in Wellington throws spotlight on the sporting prowess of Pacific Island nations and securing contracts to play rugby in France. Audio
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Calls for more aged-friendly homes spurs debate
8:50 AM.A housing lobby group wants more houses built for the elderly and disabled, saying there are far too few homes for these groups, despite the elderly population increasing every year. Audio
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Thousands gather to farewell Ngapo Wehi
8:47 AM.Thousands of mourners have been paying their respects to Maori performing arts expert Ngapo Wehi at Waihirere marae. A spokesperson for the family, Muriwai Ihakara, says people have travelled from the… Read more Audio
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Stripper for Chiefs rugby team denounces her treatment
8:42 AM.The stripper hired by the Chiefs rugby team for their end-of-season celebration says the players were drunk, swore at her and touched her inappropriately. Audio
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Chch cycleways may not live up to expectations
8:38 AM.Promised a network of 13 cycleways that would keep cyclists separated from motorists, people in Christchurch are now discovering sections of the $162-million project involve cyclists sharing the road… Read more Audio
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Rio Games hasn't even started; already Football Ferns kicking off
8:35 AM.There hasn't even been the opening ceremony yet but already the Football ferns are taking to the pitch in Brazil. We cross to our reporter in Rio. Audio
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Calls for better training for police taking suicide calls
8:26 AM.Calls for more training for call centre staff on how to handle people threatening or attempting suicide, after figures reveal just one day's training is set aside for it. Audio
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Legal action threatened over mandatory microchipping
8:22 AM.The Wellington City Council is being threatened with possible legal action if it goes ahead with plans to require the mandatory microchipping of pet cats. Our local government reporter, Michael Cropp… Read more Audio
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Severe weather warning in place in South Island
8:20 AM.South Islanders are being warned to watch out as a severe weather warning is in place. But so far conditions haven't deteriorated yet. Audio
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Canterbury gripped by the worst drought in 30 years
8:20 AM.Canterbury farmers still waiting for rain as drought continues to grip the region. Canterbury Regional Council chief executive Bill Bayfield says it's groundwater that's the problem for farmers. Audio
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Hundreds of drug dealers killed by police in Philippines
8:17 AM.More than 400 drug dealers and users have been killed in the Philippines' by police following the newly elected president's promise to crackdown on drugs. We cross to the Philippines. Audio
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Meth-contamination hysteria is an "overcooked issue"
8:11 AM.The Drug Foundation says hysteria about meth-contaminated houses is punishing vulnerable citizens. We talk to the Drug Foundation's executive director Ross Bell. Audio
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Kiwi dream becoming a reality for some in Kaitangata
7:57 AM.Kaitangata locals are looking forward to welcoming the genuine buyers who have been selected to live in the South Island town. We talk to Kaitangata Promotions Manager Evan Dick who says the whole… Read more Audio
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Hurricanes' ceo calls out ticket scalpers
7:50 AM.Tickets to the Hurricanes final has sold out - but now the scalpers are offering them at a premium. The Hurricanes' chief executive has been taking direct action. Audio
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Trump continues to cause division; support flows for Clinton
7:45 AM.Donald Trump has sparked yet more controversy by refusing to endorse House Speaker Paul Ryan and senator and former presidential candidate John McCain. We talk to political correspondent Brent… Read more Audio
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Marama Fox rejects criticism she's being vindictive
7:41 AM."Pot, kettle, black" - Marama Fox's reaction to the criticism of her stance towards Helen Clark's bid for UN job. She says she's not being vindictive. Audio
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Meth contamination "ruined my life" says Tauranga woman
7:37 AM.A single mother-of-three who was driven out of her supposedly meth-contaminated home in Tauranga wants testing methods to be tightened so more lives aren't ruined. Audio
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Tongan PM to visit Katikati to pay respects to crash victims
7:28 AM.The Tongan Prime Minister will visit Katikati today after five Tongan workers were killed in Tuesday's crash with a logging truck on State Highway Two Audio
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Motor racing legend Jackie Stewart remembers Chris Amon
7:18 AM."One of the real gentlemen of the sport" - that's how motor racing legend Sir Jackie Stewart describes his competitor and friend, Chris Amon, who died yesterday. Audio
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Kevin Roberts resignation welcomed by trenchant critic
7:12 AM.High profile international marketing consultant Cindy Gallop has welcomed the resignation of Saatchi and Saactchi chair Kevin Roberts. Audio
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Pets at work help reduce stress - Purina
6:57 AM.A special pets at work day is being organised throughout the country by the pet food company, Purina. Audio
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Cavalier ramps up manufacturing of synthetic carpet
6:55 AM.The carpet manufacturer, Cavalier, says synthetic carpets are going to dominate its product range because of commercial demand as it looks to lift its performance. Audio
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Commodity prices perk up to nine-month high - ANZ survey
6:53 AM.The prices for the country's main commodities hit their highest level in nine months in July on the back of broad based gains in the face of a still elevated currency. Audio
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Briscoe Group sees 1st half profit up, sales strong
6:51 AM.The sporting goods and homewares retailer, Briscoe Group, hit a record high yesterday after it said its first-half net profit is expected to be at least a third better than the year earlier, driven by… Read more Audio
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Call for interest on student loans
6:47 AM.The Child Poverty Action Group is calling on the Government to start charging interest on student loans saying it would make life easier for students. Audio
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Emirates Boeing 777 crash lands in Dubai: all passengers safe
6:39 AM.An Emirates Boeing 777 has crashed landed at Dubai International Airport overnight. All 300 on board escaped without injury. Audio
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Early Business News for 4 August 2016
6:21 AM.A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
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Ex F1 driver Howden Ganley recalls his mate Chris Amon
6:11 AM.Tributes pour in for New Zealand racing driver great, Chris Amon. We speak to Howden Ganley - one of only four New Zealanders who have won points in F1 racing. Audio
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Top Stories for Thursday 4 August 2016
6:00 AM.Kevin Roberts resignation welcomed by trenchant critic, Motor racing legend Jackie Stewart remembers Chris Amon, Tongan PM to visit Katikati today to pay respects to crash victims, Meth contamination… Read more Audio