Morning Report

Bruce Chapman, New Zealand Historic Places Trust chief executive responds to allegations of backroom deals. Audio

Graye Shattky, formerly of the Historic Places Trust, and Nicky Duncan, of the Rangitikei Guardians, voice their concerns. Audio

Police have confirmed an arsonist was to blame for the Whakapapa skifield fire that caused damage put at more than $5-million. Audio

The courts released Brendan Sokaluk's name despite concerns for his safety - but facebook published his photo. Audio

The Government will cut hundreds of jobs at the Ministry of Social Development, and says there may be more to come. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ sports desk. Audio

Wanganui Collegiate's Principal, Tim Wilbur and PPTA President, Kate Gainsford join us. Audio

The recession is forcing some of the country's most exclusive and expensive private schools to look at state integration. Audio

The Government looks set to step in and prevent a planned cricket tour to Zimbabwe later this year. Audio

DoC's Director General, Al Morrison fronts up to answer questions about his department allegedly being bought off. Audio

Opponents of electricity projects say would-be developers are paying out money to overcome objectors in many parts of NZ. Audio

Our political editor Brent Edwards talks about the political ramifications of government intervention in the private sector. Audio