Morning Report

A controversial bridge which cost the German city of Dresden its UNESCO world heritage status has been officially opened. Audio

As the US Tennis Open continues in New York, rain caused a delay for the crowd favourite Roger Federer, but he's finally made it on court. Audio

The new mayor of Los Angeles has vowed to try to stem the loss of film and television jobs from Hollywood to other states and countries such as New Zealand. Audio

The Public Health Association has given itself until 2017 to eradicate racism it says is in the sector; The north Waikato marae hosting hearings for Fonterra's new open cast coal mine says it is… Read more Audio

The oil and gas industry is showcasing its operations in Taranaki as other regions start looking to expand the hunt for petrochemical resources. Audio

The Economic Development minister says an airport extension might not be the best way to get the Wellington region moving forward. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

The World Bank says concern about growing inequality is behind its decision to broaden its mandate. Audio

A meeting in a country hall near Whangarei last night has spurred the council into action after a spate of crashes involving logging trucks. Audio

Fonterra has lifted its forecast payout for the 2014 season, despite a roller coaster month for the dairy cooperative. Audio

Former United States government intelligence and defence policy analyst, Paul Buchanan from the consultancy firm 36th Parallel Assessments on whether NZ should consider getting involved in Syrian… Read more Audio