Morning Report

The National Party has set New Zealand's 'squeezed middle' firmly in its sights with its new tax plan.

People with children on an average income of $120,000 would pocket an extra $125 dollars a week… Read more Audio

Auckland port workers are getting a $1,100 bonus, for their part in the company's $40 million profit.

More than 430 union workers will be receiving the full bonus; while part time workers, and those… Read more Audio

The union representing public servants believes National's fiscal plan will hurt the country's most vulnerable by cutting the services they rely on.

It includes $9 billion of tax bracket adjustments… Read more Audio

A website aimed at immigrants, heavy on te reo and pushing a message of unity is being accused of being deceitful and divisive.

The 'We Belong' website's stated purpose is "whiria te tāngata" meaning… Read more Audio

The danger of wildfires is on the rise with forecasts of a hotter, drier, windier summer.

Fire and Emergency says the wildfire season could kick-off earlier this year, and people should prepare their… Read more Audio

There are lane closures in place on State Highway 1 southbound in Wellington near Bolton Street due to a Restore Passenger Rail protest.

Reporter Bill Hickman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Read more Audio

There's no sign of extra police being sent to Rotorua despite the city's mayor's desperate pleas for help following brutal attacks on two teenage girls in the central city. The beatings happened… Read more Audio

The National Party plans to fund a large chunk of its newly announced tax plan through a levy on foreign buyers.

Offshore purchase of houses worth more than $2 million would have a 15 percent tax… Read more Audio

The National Party has made a big play for the centre vote with a tax plan specifically designed for middle income earners.

Its 'Back Pocket Boost' promises extra income for working families, made… Read more Audio