Morning Report

Some Maori in the Waiariki region say they fear the Waitangi Tribunal report into water rights may turn out to be a waste of time and money. Audio

China-watchers say the New Zealand Government's call for more investment from the Asian powerhouse is not likely to be answered any time soon. Audio

Auckland's Pacific communities are to hold a public debate over the same-sex marriage bill to counter what organisers say are unfounded fears that it's an attack on traditional Pacific values. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The Australian government's victory over 'big tobacco' is resonating on this side of the Tasman. Audio

A United Nations investigation into evidence of war crimes and human rights abuses in Syria has condemned what it calls the brutal activities of both government and opposition forces. Audio

The government is defending its plan to allow the Transport Agency borrow large sums of money to pay for new roads. Audio

The Social Development Minister is defending the proposed drug-testing of beneficiaries, saying she has all the evidence she needs to justify it. Audio

The Land Information Minister is Maurice Williamson. Yesterday he revealed the Overseas Investment Office is taking civil proceedings against the bankrupt businesswoman May Wang, who was part of a… Read more Audio

Parliament last night voted against legislation that would have stopped foreigners buying sensitive land in New Zealand. Audio

A midwife who texted instead of talking to a woman who was having serious problems with her unborn baby has been criticised by the coroner. Audio

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