Morning Report

Back to our lead story about how convicted criminal Alan Titford was able to run for the Far North mayoralty while in prison awaiting sentencing, the Internal Affairs Minister, Chris Tremain is with… Read more Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

We're used to new generations surpassing the achievements of their forebears but a study of global fitness has found that when it comes to running, today's children are going backwards. Audio

For the New Zealand team, Ricki Herbert says he leaves the job proud of his achievements but has taken a swipe at his critics, labelling them jealous. Audio

The candidates campaigning to be the next MP for Christchurch East have been quizzed by locals as to how personally connected they are to the electorate and the wider city. Audio

A man charged with posing as a dentist and an optometrist to rip off the tax-payer to the tune of over 400 thousand dollars has lost his share in a flat. Audio

Joining us is Detective Eddie Evans, the officer in charge of the case against Titford. Audio

The mayoral campaign of Allan Titford is to come under government scrutiny after it emerged he ran for office after being convicted on rape and violence charges. Audio

A master Maori carver suspects vandalism of carved tourist and information posts is being carried out by iwi members as a protest against so-called corporate tribal leaders. Audio

The execution of Joseph Franklin drew a number of protest vigils from opponents of the death penalty. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio