Morning Report

A quarry company seeking to take over a section of regional park is confident it's offering a like-for-like land swap, despite protests from local advocates. Kate Green has more. Audio

A new report says foul environmental odours are common in New Zealand, and they can make people sick. Lead author Dr Jonathan Jarman spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Auckland Airport is in the midst of a multi-billion-dollar transformation it says will set New Zealand up for the future. Auckland Airport CEO Carrie Hurihanganui spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Australia's total of 326 proved too much for the White Ferns as the defending champions scored an 89 run win in their opening game at the World Cup. Audio

The politics of power is certain to feature in election year - with all three coalition parties staking out distinct positions on how to fix the electricity market. Acting political editor Craig… Read more Audio

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

Market Update for 2 October 2025 Audio

Auckland Council is considering halving rubbish collections - cutting the service from weekly to fortnightly. Auckland Council general manager of waste solutions Justine Haves spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Meridian Energy says the government's long-awaited energy reforms are bold, and provide clarity. Meridian chief executive Mike Roan spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

More than 11,500 allied health workers have voted to strike for 24 hours as part of a mega strike later this month. PSA delegate and mental health social worker Andy Colwell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

White Ferns captain Sophie Devine says she would happily have thrown away her century if the team had been able to get up and beat Australia in their opening World Cup game. Audio

Business news for 2 October 2025 Audio