Morning Report

International milk prices; Fonterra won't answer questions but the markets judge; Tourism industry worries about Fonterra fallout; GCSB Bill makes progress through Parliament; Heightened security… Read more Audio

The singer of one of New Zealand's best known songs, Blue Smoke, has died. Pixie Costello, also known as Pixie Williams, was 85. Audio

A new generation of people moving into aged care has prompted a welfare group to launch a how-to kit for carers looking after gay retirees. Audio

The government's being encouraged to work with Maori to make sure a trade agreement with Taiwan becomes a reality; Two Waikato iwi that have partnered up with Lincoln University to develop a new… Read more Audio

The world's first stem-cell hamburger has been made, and eaten in London overnight. Audio

New Zealand's recycling industry is starting to feel the heat - from a Chinese crackdown on plastic imports. Audio

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