Morning Report

NZ milk exports banned as botulism threat unveiled; Primary Industries on latest with New Zealand milk products; Government in talks with Fonterra over botulism scare; Dunne gobsmacked emails were… Read more Audio

Let's cross to Melbourne now for a chat with our correspondent Donna Demaio. Audio

Early childhood teachers fear that in a rush to boost participation among children in poor communities, the government could be taking short cuts with the quality of education provided. Audio

The chief coronor, Judge Neil MacLean, says Maori have made it clear to him that if suicide isn't talked about - then misinformation will continue; The Maori Party hopes the Minister for Primary… Read more Audio

An announcement that the Ministry of Primary Industries is to develop what it describes as a 'China Strategy' for meat exports, is a reminder of that country's continuing power and influence. Audio

Public health advocates are calling for controls on fast food outlets in low-income areas of south Auckland in the wake of a new report showing accelerating child obesity in Pasifika communities. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

A man whose son drowned off New Plymouth almost a year ago says he has no faith that the outdoor centre held responsible has changed. Audio

The Christchurch contracting industry is nervously watching to see what impact a major deal with the world's second largest construction firm will have on the local market. Audio

A West Coast economic development group is calling on the Government to help the region's mining sector following the announcement that the cement giant, Holcim, is closing. Audio

As the GCSB Bill moves through the parlaimentary process it has been debated vigourously inside Parliament and outside parliament by oppositin parties. Audio