Morning Report

An on-stage altercation has stolen the spotlight at this year's Oscars.

Actor Will Smith slapped presenter Chris Rock, after he joked about his wife, who has alopecia.

US Correspondent Rachel… Read more Audio

An Oranga Tamariki manager says improvements have been made despite the number of children abused in state care rising.

Its latest figures are the worst since the Ministry for Children began… Read more Audio

Plans to remove some kerbside parking across Tāmaki-Makaurau is dividing councillors.

Under Auckland Transport's new draft parking strategy, on-street parking on dozens of main roads could be taken… Read more Audio

Actor Will Smith brutally open-palm slapped Chris Rock at Monday's Oscars.

The comedian made a joke on stage about Smith's wife Jada Pinkett Smith - referencing her alopecia.

After attacking Rock… Read more Audio

The Omicron outbreak is causing visitor spending to tank in Taranaki after it defied predictions and held its own during the first two years of the pandemic.

The sector wants the government to help… Read more Audio

Environment groups are outraged at a proposal by the brand new water regulator to increase the amounts of some toxic chemicals allowed in drinking water.

Pesticide Action Network NZ coordinator Dr… Read more Audio