Morning Report

The Act Party leader, David Seymour, says for the first time ever he agrees with the Prime Minister after she moved to freeze MPs pay for a year. Jacinda Ardern announced last night MPs would not be… Read more Audio

New Plymouth residents say a tornado that tore through several city blocks last night arrived with no warning. Up to 30 houses were damaged, some losing roofs. Police say it was lucky no one was… Read more Audio

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 global markets. Audio

Pacific islands are being urged to consider following Hawaii and ban certain sunscreens to protect their coral reefs. The US state has banned sunblock containing chemicals harmful to coral from 2021.

New research shows that when it comes to hunting for supermarket bargains, New Zealanders are world leaders. Six of every $10 spent at supermarkets goes on items that are on special. That's well ahead… Read more Audio

People in the regions say they're looking forward to the arrival of more police officers, but say they need to make sure they become part of the community. The government has announced an extra… Read more Audio

England face a huge challenge to save the third cricket Test against India after a century from Virat Kohli on day three at Trent Bridge. Audio

Dozens of homes damaged in Taranaki tornado, Ohope cleans up after tornado, Broad political support for MPs' pay freeze, MPs' wage freeze not about cost-saving - Ardern Audio

Auckland's young people and ethnic minority groups fear they are being left out of the council's gentrification plans for their communities. The Council's Auckland Plan 2050 sets the direction for the… Read more Audio

Wellington currently has bragging rights over Auckland in New Zealand's most 'liveable city' stakes. The capital has recently captured top spot on the Deutsche Bank's list of 'most liveable… Read more Audio

The latest political poll in Australia has revealed plummeting support for Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, as supporters of Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton say he is leaning towards a challenge… Read more Audio