Morning Report

The arts and culture sector is in for a $100 million boost to cushion the blow of red traffic light restrictions.

A $70 million boost has been earmarked for events that were planned before the move… Read more Audio

West Coast farmers are battening down the hatches in response to a red warning for heavy rain - shifting stock to higher ground and preparing for heavy rains and the possibility of flooding and slips.

Transport agency Waka Kotahi says heavy rain forecast for the West Coast is expected to make roads dangerous and some could become impassible due to slips and flooding. It's warning motorists not to… Read more Audio

Two families of Northern New Zealand dotterels are enjoying world-class harbour views from their nests in the gravel on Auckland's Wynyard Point.

The Point is the site of an old Shell silo park but… Read more Audio

Artist Joni Mitchell is seeking to remove all of her music from Spotify in solidarity with fellow musician Neil Young.

They are protesting against the streaming giant for allowing podcast star Joe… Read more Audio

How on farm emissions should be paid for will be up for debate at a series of meetings being held across provincial New Zealand from next week.

Industry partnership He Waka Eke Noa has come up with… Read more Audio

There's a growing push for employers to provide more support for workers going through menopause.

Experts say women should not be expected to soldier on in silence and should speak up when insomnia… Read more Audio