Morning Report

Extended opening hours at council offices, and a drive-through to drop off your voting papers. Audio

A second Christchurch school may go to court to prevent the government shutting it down. The Republicans offer a "breathing space" deal to delay the United States going into default and why a New… Read more Audio

Bob Sheridan's in Auckland for another heavweight fight, tonight's clash between the New Zealand boxers Joseph Parker and Afa Tatupu. Audio

The Breakers begin a new era in Auckland tonight as they start their campaign for an unprecedented fourth straight Australian National Basketball League championship. Audio

The Cabinet is to consider whether to pay extra compensation to two brothers who received life changing injuries in the Defence Force; The Maori Party co-leader, Te Ururoa Flavell, says the party… Read more Audio

A Hawke's Bay regional councillor says despite promising the Ruataniwha dam project won't add to rates bills, council staff are unable to explain how ratepayers will avoid being stung. Audio

In the midst of financial turmoil and a government shut down, the US President Barack Obama has said he'll nominate Janet Yellen as the new chief of the Federal Reserve. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

David Cunliffe has declared a return to "red" Labour, and has pledged to roll back National's changes to employment law. Audio

Christchurch's move past Auckland as the most expensive place to rent has come as no surprise to the housing sector. Audio

Local body elections are under way around the country, but there is one region where people don't get to have their say on who sits on the local council. Audio