Morning Report

Whanganui's mayor says she will do all she can to prevent the serial rapist Stewart Murray Wilson being paroled in the city, and will chair a special council meeting today to decide on what action can… Read more Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

An apology made by the Social Development minister to a beneficiary whose private information she made public, has been described by critics as meaningless and arrogant. Audio

The Corrections Department says a meeting last night with Whanganui residents about the release of the serial sexual offender, Stewart Murray Wilson, was difficult. Audio

A Bay of Plenty iwi is urging the government to seriously consider the findings of a soon-to-be-released Waitangi Tribunal report on water because - otherwise it will be a waste of time and money; A… Read more Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The latest from the Pacific region. Audio

Latest figures show a significant drop in the amount of the illegal drug, methamphetamine, seized at the borders. Audio

Mayor will do all she can to prevent release of Wilson into area, Multiple errors contributed to baby's death, Bill to stop sale of sensitive land to foreigners rejected, Civil case to be lodged… Read more Audio

Today marks the start of whitebait season for most of the country - but it's unlikely many whitebaiters will brave the weather. Audio

Tougher penalties could be in store for gecko smugglers. Audio

The Housing Minister has come in for some intense questioning about the state of Housing Corporation properties, being grilled by the Opposition about everything from leaky toilets to mould. Audio