Morning Report

Market Update for 1 October 2024 Audio

Submissions on the law change that will repeal the oil and gas exploration ban close on Wednesday after only being open for four working days. Resources Minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

The Government is for now refusing to release three key documents expected to shed more on the cost of Dunedin's new hospital building project. Political Editor Jo Moir spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

The detective in charge of the investigation that led to the conviction of a serial rapist has paid tribute to the bravery of the survivors, saying they had shown grit and courage. Detective Inspector… Read more Audio

Questions are being asked about the Black Ferns ability to defend their World Cup title next year after they suffered another defeat to a northern hemisphere side to slip down the World rankings. Audio

The Prime Minister is standing by his Associate Health Minister despite concerns she made policy decisions that would benefit tobacco company Philip Morris the most. Christopher Luxon spoke to Corin… Read more Audio

The number of KiwiSaver members tapping into their retirement savings to get by remains at record levels. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

Gisborne businesses are struggling with many on the brink of closure. Hawke's Bay Tairawhiti reporter Alexa Cook went to see how people are faring. Audio

An advocate for survivors of sexual violence says she's thankful for the number of guilty verdicts in the trial of serial rapist John Hope Muchirahondo. Aviva Sexual Violence Service manager Jo Bader… Read more Audio

Many early childhood teachers who work as relievers face a big pay cut today when an exemption from pay parity rules kicks in. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports. Audio

The first cancer drug funded through Pharmac's boost earlier this year is available from Tuesday. The Cancer Control Agency head Rami Rahal. Audio

Drivers beware, from Tuesday, it's going to cost a lot more if you get pinged parking illegally. Maia Ingoe reports. Audio