Morning Report

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

The Australian Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd's personal popularity has slumped, in a new poll released on the first day of the election campaign. Audio

The Pike River families have urged politicians to listen to those with on-the-ground experience while forming new safety laws. Audio

Critics say the food contamination scare has highlighted the dangers of New Zealand's reliance on the dairy sector. Audio

The infant formula company Nutricia has widened the recall of its products. Audio

Dairy farmers are demanding accountability over the tainted milk formula scandal, saying heads should roll at Fonterra. Audio

England has retained the Ashes for a third straight series after rain ruined Australia's chances of a win at Old Trafford. Audio

United States embassies which were forced to close on Sunday in the face of an al Qaeda terrorist threat will now remain closed all week. Audio

The police in Northland are considering whether to take any further action against an officer involved in an arrest when a man was seriously injured. Audio

An international expert on dams and earthquakes says dams the size of the proposed Ruataniwha water scheme in Hawke's Bay can trigger earthquakes. Audio

Five men who worked for the failed finance company, South Canterbury Finance, will enter pleas on fraud charges this morning. Audio