Morning Report

There are calls from the business community for the Government to make tough decisions on spending - even if it could cost them popularity with voters. Audio

Sir Peter Jackson declined to be interviewed because he had an early start and a busy schedule this morning. Audio

New papers reveal just how much the Government conceded to Warner Bros to ensure the Hobbit Movies were made in New Zealand. Audio

News from the business sector including a market report. Audio

As the Royal Commission continues deliberating on the cause of the Pike River Mine explosion, the manufacturer of a power regulator supplied to the site has rejected suggestions its equipment was to… Read more Audio

Opposition parties are casting doubt on the Government's ability to get its books back into surplus over the next three years without savage cuts. Audio

The Waitangi Tribunal's heard that the Teachers' Council is capable of approving a qualification created by Maori for Maori; A member of Auckland's largest hapu says she's prepared to protest if her… Read more Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The latest from the Pacific region. Audio

The New Zealand photojournalist Robin Hammond remains in custody in Zimbabwe, but may be deported within days. Audio

Papers released to Radio New Zealand reveal new insights into the deal the government made with Warner Brothers over the Hobbit movies. Predictions that savage cuts to public spending may lie ahead… Read more Audio

New Zealand Breakers fans will get the chance to meet the basketball champions, and pose with their hard-won Australian NBL trophy, at a victory rally tomorrow. Audio