Morning Report

The government is facing criticism for not doing enough to protect translators in Afghanistan after New Zealand soldiers withdraw from Bamiyan province. Audio

The Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce responds to the Green Party currency restraint proposals. Audio

A major shift in monetary policy is being proposed by the Green Party - with the suggestions applauded by some, and dismissed as half-baked by others. Audio

John Key has returned from a whirlwind visit to Los Angeles - a trip he said was all about jobs for New Zealanders. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

Christchurch schools facing closure are considering a High Court challenge to the government's proposed plans. Audio

The Economic Development Minister, Steven Joyce, says the Green Party's proposals to rein in the dollar would send the wrong signal about the state of the economy. Audio

The national museum Te Papa Tongarewa, is preparing to welcome home this morning, 22 koiwi tangata or ancestral remains from two Australian museums; Te Papa's Kaihautu or Co- Leader, Michelle… Read more Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The latest from the Pacific region. Audio

The Institute of Economic Research's chief economist, Shamubeel Eaqub, says quantitative easing, or printing more money, may not help contain the high New Zealand dollar. Audio

The Prime Minister and his visit to Tinseltown; Greens propose monetary policy restraints, Govt responds; NZ Govt accused of 'dragging feet' in expediting protection for translators in Afghanistan… Read more Audio