Morning Report

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been in meetings with US officials in Washington DC. Political reporter Lillian Hanley spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

A group of aid agencies have penned an open letter to the Foreign Minister, Finance Minister, and Climate Change Minister - calling for an increase in funding for Pacific nations to help them with the… Read more Audio

The drought in the Central North Island is really starting to bite for farmers. Lake Taupō sheep farmer Ruby Mulinder spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Doctors are warning that giving GPs the task of doing more on-the-job training for new graduates and foreign medics will load more pressure on primary care. Ruth Hill reports. Audio

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

Market Update for 18 March 2025 Audio

A new Rotorua housing development is offering cheaper rent to some essential workers. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Househunters are being offered $500 grocery vouchers or a free week's rent by Auckland landlords keen to lure them - but are being told to hold off for more. Rowan Quinn reports. Audio

The Prime Minister has pledged greater military co-operation with India, following his bilateral talks with Narendra Modi. Political editor Jo Moir spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

The White Ferns are chasing a T20 series win over Sri Lanka and while the hosts are missing some big names, all-rounder Brooke Halliday is confident the team's rookies will continue to step up. Audio

Now to an activity for people who love to stare at the back of someone else's head for a reward at the end..... Queuing! First Up reporter Ke-Xin Li went to find out what makes people get in line. Audio

"Alexa, play RNZ" may be something some of our listeners are used to saying, as smart devices ingratiate themselves into our lives. But others have embraced the internet even more and can say "okay… Read more Audio