Morning Report

MPs can expect fierce lobbying as the countdown begins to the first reading of a bill to legalise gay marriage. Audio

The former Maori Affairs Minister, Parekura Horomia, is encouraging his people to consider allowing their women to speak alongside men on the orator's bench on the marae; Descendants of the original… Read more Audio

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The latest from the Pacific region. Audio

Fishermen say new fishing boat safety rules being introduced by the government could burden them with unnecessary compliance costs. Audio

The Prime Minister says the only consequence of the controversy over John Banks and local body donations may be a tightening of the law. Audio

NZ Olympic team eager to start campaigns; Nick Willis announced as flag bearer; The Olympic Flame is in the middle of London; Gay community pleased Parliament to consider same sex marriage; Banks… Read more Audio

Is it the crack of doom for the famous and flamboyant loos of Kawakawa? Audio

In the final of our athlete profiles in the lead up to the London Olympic games, we take a look at the hopes of Pacific athletes. Audio

Descendants of Te Rauparaha, who composed the haka, Ka Mate, have decided to freeze their fight to protect parts of the traditional war dance, or challenge; Waikato-Tainui says its relationship with… Read more Audio

Skilled meatworkers in South Taranaki are being warned off a recruitment drive by an Australian firm making its first foray into New Zealand. Audio

An investigation into solar hot water heaters has revealed they offer only lukewarm benefits for users. Audio