Morning Report

Fighting talk from Liam Lawson's rival, and Ma'a Nonu is back playing in France for Toulon. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

The Black Caps have wrapped up an ODI series victory against Pakistan with a resounding 84-run win in game two in Hamilton. Wicketkeeper Mitch Hay spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Five years after the first stocktake of shonky hospital water pipes and power cables, more than 40 percent of the worst cases have had no remedial work done. Phil Pennington spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

Health New Zealand has admitted "significant failings" and apologised for the experience of an 11-year-old girl who was restrained and mistaken for a 20-year-old. Children's Commissioner Dr Claire… Read more Audio

Farmers in the Tasman District say this year's drought is the worst in recent history and they are hoping heavy rain forecast for today might bring much-needed relief. Federated Farmers president… Read more Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A soon-to-be butcher from Waipawa Butchery in the Hawke's Bay has placed third in the World Champion Butcher Apprentice competition in Paris this week. Rhys Tamanui spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

Four children remain in hospital after a crash in South Taranaki yesterday which injured eleven students and two adults. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Unidentified mental health patients will now be assessed by a medical team to prevent identity mistakes. NZ Mental Health Foundation Chief Executive Shaun Robinson spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio

Thursday is "Liberation Day", a day US President Donald Trump describes as "Making America Wealthy Again" through the announcement of a raft of global tariffs. Correspondent in Washington DC Simon… Read more Audio

The 50th ASB Polyfest kicked off on Wednesday at Manukau Sports Bowl, celebrating half a century of Polynesian culture. Grace Fiavaai was there and has this report. Audio