Morning Report

A principal at a school where free lunches contained melted plastic says staff try to encourage children to eat the food, but many just don't like it. Murchison Area School principal Andy Ashworth… Read more Audio

Would the Christchurch terrorist today be foiled before carrying out his deadly plans? It's a question that haunts some within the Muslim community, six years on from the murder of 51 worshippers at… Read more Audio

For the first time, online casino operators will be able to advertise as part of a new market being opened by the government, sparking fears about a rise in problem gambling. Guyon Espiner has more. Audio

The economic growth minister plans to scrap the Living Wage requirement for contractors providing cleaning, security, and catering services to government agencies. Nicola Willis spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Liam Lawson has made his first appearance in Melbourne ahead of the Grand Prix this weekend. Morning Report's Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

The government's much vaunted investment summit is finally set to get underway in Auckland on Thursday. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

A report from Local Government New Zealand says that replacing postal voting with voting booths is vital for the future of local body elections. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

New Zealand's exports of steel and iron to the United States were valued at $65.5 million last year. Sense Partners economist John Ballingall spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

The Matamata-Piako community is in shock after a college student was hit by a freight train and killed just after 3pm on Wednesday. Mayor Adrienne Wilcock spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Four psychologists have told a parole board that convicted double murderer Scott Watson is at risk of re-offending if he is let out of prison, with one saying he is still high risk. Nelson Marlborough… Read more Audio

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

The number of properties listed on Trademe has surged - hitting a 10-year high. Trade Me Property customer director Gavin Lloyd spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio