Morning Report

One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and RNZ sports reporter Joe Porter discuss this weekend's sport action. Audio

A new plane route connecting Asia with South America via New Zealand, has officially taken flight. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Rachin Ravindra says he couldn't have imagined a better day after blasting a near run a ball 176 to help the Black Caps take control of the opening test against the West Indies in Christchurch. Audio

It's officially the festive season, and businesses are preparing to shut up shop for the holidays. Sarah Hussey owns three cafes throughout Dunedin called The Perc, and will be shutting two as it is… Read more Audio

Sausage sizzles and family days are among the many creative ways health providers are spreading awareness of the risk of measles and getting people vaccinated amidst the current outbreak. RNZ's Lucy… Read more Audio

The High Court has ruled that holiday rental company Bachcare's cancellation terms were unfair. John Small, Commerce Commission chair, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

Market Update for 5 December 2025 Audio

With the Christmas shopping season well and truly in swing - sometimes it's easier to do the Christmas shopping online instead of battling the crowds. Chris Wilkinson, Managing Director of the First… Read more Audio

An electrical inspector is warning lives are being put at risk by recent rule changes to electrical standards. New Zealand Electrical Inspectors Association president Warren Willets spoke to Corin… Read more Audio

The highly anticipated opening of Swedish furniture company IKEA in New Zealand this week comes as a rural community worries about the fire risk from pine planting. RNZ's reporter Alexa Cook reports… Read more Audio

Holidaymakers travelling with Air New Zealand in the lead-up to Christmas could find themselves caught out by cabin-crew strikes, despite Monday's planned industrial action being called off. E tu… Read more Audio