Morning Report

Whether New Zealand's first banned book in 20 years remains off-limits to teenagers could be decided today. Audio

The former Labour Party President Mike Williams who now teaches literacy in prisons says there's no need for Te Reo Maori in prisons. Audio

Hundreds of bargain hunters are waiting to see if they'll get to keep their purchases after a huge Harvey Norman bungle. Consumer New Zealand Chief Sue Chetwin says Harvey Norman should honour the… Read more Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

Keith Quinn joins Morning Report ahead of the All Blacks match against Georgia tomorrow. Audio

The All Blacks are aiming to lay down a marker at the Rugby World Cup in their pool match against Georgia in Cardiff tomorrow morning. Audio

The Government has been accused of spending the proceeds of asset sales on pet projects, rather than schools and hospitals as promised. Economics correspondent, Patrick O'Meara reports. Audio

School principals say they are facing a perfect storm. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports. Audio

The Justice Minister says a report on the escape of the convicted murderer and sex offender Phillip John Smith has highlighted the system is not fail-safe. Justice Minister Amy Adams joins Morning… Read more Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Wellington City Council deputy major Justin Lester has been spearheading the panda proposal. Audio

If Wellington wants giant pandas it would need to build a bamboo plantation or import 50 kilograms of the plant a day. Audio