Morning Report

A property developer says he rejected an approach from a company who went on to build a substandard multistorey building in Christchurch's central mall.

The building at 230 High Street is in limbo… Read more Audio

For the first time, a council is going to court to get the power to strengthen two heritage listed, earthquake-prone buildings - because the owners refuse to do so.

The Wellington City Council's… Read more Audio

It's the second day of the government shutdown in Samoa, with more than 100 immunisation teams expected to head out to the country's most remote areas.

The death toll due to measles is now 62, and is… Read more Audio

National is demanding answers after reports Cabinet Minister Kris Faafoi intervened in an immigration case to help a friend.

Newshub says it has seen texts and Facebook messages showing Mr Faafoi… Read more Audio

The government is looking into changes to the fuel sector after a long awaited report from the Commerce Commission was released yesterday.

The report found the industry could do more to be… Read more Audio

Motorists are being warned not to expect a major drop in petrol prices across the country - even as the Government's vowed to drive them down.

It's promised to make changes recommended by the… Read more Audio

Donald Trump now looks almost certain to be impeached - but the US President will not necessarily be convicted.

Nancy Pelosi has announced she will ask her colleagues to draft articles of impeachment… Read more Audio

The World Cup champion Silver Ferns were awarded the New Zealand Olympic Committee's most prestigious award in Auckland last night. Read more Audio

News from the business sector, including a market report. Read more Audio

Where is the line when it comes to cartoons?

Three different papers owned by separate media companies have crossed that invisible red line this week.

It began with the Otago Daily Times making light… Read more Audio

Wanaka residents and council staff have been busy preparing for flooding that's yet to arrive.

The flood water crept closer to Wanaka overnight, but it hasn't reached the town's main street yet.

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News from the rural and farming sector. Audio