Morning Report

Last week's floods have been a major blow to roads across the Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough regions, some of which were still recovering from the weather events in July 2021.

Wild weather had… Read more Audio

The body of a New Zealand soldier killed in Ukraine is thought to be in the hands of Russian soldiers, according to a number of sources.

Corporal Dominic Abelen died fighting Russian forces while on… Read more Audio

The party's over for the world's most famous plastic container brand in New Zealand. After nearly 50 years, Tupperware is pulling its products out of Aotearoa this October. 'Tupperware parties' –… Read more Audio

Do you feel a bit snappier when you haven't had a good sleep? You're not imagining it. People are less likely to help each other when they haven't had enough rest, according to a new study by UC… Read more Audio

There's a real race on for the local elections in Gisborne, with the highest number of candidates in 21 years.

More than 40 people are competing for 14 seats.

Tairāwhiti reporter Tom Kitchin has… Read more Audio

A disabled woman is worried those who rely on in-home care could suffer or even die because the help is inconsistent and they are often left to fend for themselves.

Matty Angel asked the Health… Read more Audio

New Zealand is struggling to attract migrant nurses, as the country continues to grapple with desperate nursing shortages - particularly in the aged care sector.

National Party immigration… Read more Audio

A public health expert says people who get Covid-19 should isolate as soon as possible after they develop symptoms.

Case numbers have been dropping over recent weeks, and the rolling average of… Read more Audio

Consumer advocates are questioning whether electricity users are getting a raw deal as the big three state-controlled power companies post big profits.

Meridian Energy yesterday reported a 55 percent… Read more Audio