Morning Report

The national anthem has been ringing out across the Commonwealth Games pool and velodrome once again this morning.

New Zealand has just won a fifth swimming gold medal after Andrew Jeffcoat powered… Read more Audio

The Prime Minister has acknowledged New Zealand's unique relationship with Samoa as the two countries celebrate the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Friendship.

Jacinda Ardern and a… Read more Audio

Just over $116 landed in the bank accounts of 2 million New Zealanders yesterday, the first of three cost-of-living payments from the government for those earning under $70,000.

But what are they… Read more Audio

An Electoral Amendment Bill which would tighten laws on political donations is expected to pass its First Reading today.

Electoral laws have come under increasing scrutiny since the High Court ruled… Read more Audio

Of the 23 medals New Zealand has won at the Commonwealth Games so far, 13 have been at the velodrome.

A man who knows all about track cycling success on the Commonwealth Games stage is former team… Read more Audio

New Zealand has finished as the top nation in the track cycling at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games after another golden day for the riders in black.

Ellesse Andrews and Aaron Gate both won titles… Read more Audio

The Government is being warned against relying too much on migrant doctors and nurses to manage chronic staff shortages in the country's health system.

The Health Minister yesterday set out a package… Read more Audio

Six prisoners are still on the roof of Hawkes Bay Regional Prison, after a stand off with staff.

The prisoners aged between 16 and 19 have been on the roof of the youth unit since 2.30pm on Monday.

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