Morning Report

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

An early look at the day's business news and a catch up on overnight action on international finance markets. Audio

Thirty Vietnam War veterans will have their bravery and exceptional service formally recognised in ceremonies at Government House in Auckland and Wellington over the next two days. Veterans' groups… Read more Audio

Building product fears fuelled by the Grenfell Tower fire in London are taking a toll here. SkyCity is replacing panels similar to those used on Grenfell, at the international convention centre being… Read more Audio

A developer says he's ready to lay the groundwork for hundreds of new homes but he's having to wait at least a year while the Auckalnd Council sets rules about noise from the Defence Force air base at… Read more Audio

An unbeaten century to opener Martin Guptill guided the New Zealand cricketers to a comfortable eight wicket win over Bangladesh in the first one dayer in Napier. Audio

Govt dismisses claims China stalling on ministers' visas; Auckland homes delayed by airforce base noise; Industry trainers warn govt over proposed polytech merger; Merger proposal to give trainers… Read more Audio

A Marlborough Sounds conservation group and fishing company have put aside their differences to open a native wildlife attraction. King Salmon has partnered with the Tui Nature Reserve Wildlife Trust… Read more Audio

A David and Goliath battle between Facebook and a small Wellington events company has resulted in thousands of dollars in donations for the underdog. But despite media attention and claims to the… Read more Audio

The new political party that wants to challenge the Greens for votes has launched its website and is signing up members. While commentators have been calling it a potential "blue-green" or "teal"… Read more Audio

The Salvation Army is accusing the government of not doing enough to reduce social inequality. The Army's 2019 State of the Nation Report points out multiple problems, including record levels of… Read more Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio