Morning Report

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says his party has ruled joining the security pact AUKUS. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

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

Market Update for 2 December 2024 Audio

Sunday marked the start of summer and Water Safety New Zealand says Kiwis are on track to make 2024 a landmark year. Water Safety New Zealand chief executive Daniel Gerrard spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

A former US defence department chief of staff in the first Trump administration, Patel has been a steadfast supporter of the incoming Republican president. Correspondent Jagruti Dave spoke to Morning… Read more Audio

Abuse in care survivors are outraged after senior ministers suggested lowering expectations on government commitments. Abuse survivors Ken Clearwater and Tu Chapman spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

Resource minister Shane Jones is considering a request from the gas and oil lobby to underwrite the risk of fossil fuel exploration. Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Red Bull's Formula One champion Max Verstappen won the Qatar Grand Prix as McLaren and Ferrari took their Formula One constructors' title duel down to the last race of the season in Abu Dhabi next… Read more Audio

Te Papa has pocketed $750,000 since it started charging international visitors an admission fee two months ago. The change came in during September to help fund rising energy, insurance and staffing… Read more Audio

A temporary path to the Coromandel's Cathedral Cove has opened nearly two years after the walk was closed to the public. Thames Coromandel District Mayor Len Salt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

England defeated New Zealand by 8 wickets in the first Test at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Sunday, to take a 1-nil lead in the three-match series. Cricket commentator Bryan Waddle spoke to Corin… Read more Audio

A new report highlights the success of the current lunches in schools programme, which the government plans to overhaul from January. Health Coalition Aotearoa co-chair Professor Lisa Te Morenga spoke… Read more Audio