Morning Report

The chainsaws are coming for a swathe of mature trees which line the streets in downtown New Plymouth. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports. Audio

The Labour Party is calling for the government to condemn US President Donald Trump's sanctions against the International Criminal Court. Labour's foreign affairs spokesperson David Parker spoke to… Read more Audio

Two soldiers are facing a court martial beginning at Linton Military Camp near Palmerston North on Monday on charges that include strangulation. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

A private prison operator has been paid millions as a reward for reoffending rates that are incredibly low even by international standards. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Primary schools are starting the year with a new maths curriculum and it's a lot harder than the old one. Education correspondent John Gerritsen has been asking principals what they think. Audio

The controversial practice of 'year 14' students competing at the Maadi Cup Regatta has been banned under new rules for high school rowing. Sports correspondent Dana Johannsen spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Foreign Minister Winston Peters' office says Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has headed to China to sign a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, without properly consulting New Zealand. Massey… Read more Audio

The government is revamping its so-called 'golden visa' to attract wealthy investors to New Zealand. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

The Black Caps are set to be without all-rounder Rachin Ravindra for tonight's one-dayer against South Africa in Lahore after he suffered a gash to his forehead during New Zealand's win over Pakistan… Read more Audio

Business news for 10 February 2025 Audio

A high school principal says large schools are being forced to pay extra under the new school lunch programme. Papatoetoe High School principal and Secondary Principals' Association head Vaughan… Read more Audio

The government is making it easier for wealthy foreign investors to get residency in New Zealand. Labour immigration spokesperson Phil Twyford spoke to Corin Dann. Audio