Morning Report

British journalist Sakhr Al-Makhadhi analyses Syrian situation. Audio

Analysts are predicting any US led action will be short and targeted. Audio

The United States Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel says the American military is ready to launch an attack on Syria if president Obama gives the order. Audio

Business news including a market report. Audio

The Foreign Affairs Minister, Murray McCully, says there's no clear course for the international community to deal with the escalating violence in Syria's civil war yet. Audio

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

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

News from the Pacific Region. Audio

US ready to strike Syria; Short sharp strike on Syria expected; Police say homicide suspect has killed himself; Fonterra payout could still take a hit; Housing intensification to dominate Auckland… Read more Audio

A convoy of 900cc Triumph Bonneville motorcycles customised with a dose of Kiwi ingenuity were showcased at the British High Commissioner's residence in Wellington yesterday. Audio

The New Zealand number one Marina Erakovic has lost in the first round of the US Tennis Open this morning. Audio

Labour's Maori caucus will meet later today to discuss support for the party's leadership contenders; Meanwhile, the Ngapuhi leader, Sonny Tau, predicts that if Labour MP, Shane Jones, becomes party… Read more Audio