Morning Report

Police say low snow falls last winter and this summer's warm temperatures are probably the reason Aoraki Mount Cook has begun giving up its secrets. Audio

Russian critics of President Vladimir Putin say the murder of a leading opposition leader leaves them fearful the country can ever return to normal political life. Audio

Muslim leaders in New Zealand say the government should listen to them or risk making some muslims more militant. Audio

The Iraqi army is launching a massive military operation to try and recapture Tikrit from Islamic State militants. Audio

A Health and safety lawyer says Work Safe's decision to charge the Ministry of Social Development over the death of two of its employees at its Ashburton WINZ office sends a message to other… Read more Audio

Maritime New Zealand figures show three port workers have been killed and more than a hundred injured in the past four years. Audio

The record damages payout imposed on New Zealand's biggest credit union is being hailed as a stern warning to employers who breach their workers' privacy. Audio

Listening to that has been our political editor Brent Edwards. Audio

Former MPs are at odds over the Prime Minister's announcement. Audio

The Labour Party is offering limited support to the government's move linking MP's pay rises to the average public sector increase -- but is warning it mustn't impact on ordinary public servants. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

Television New Zealand's half-year profit has fallen due to advertising revenue. Audio