Morning Report

News from the rural and farming sector. Audio

The latest from the Pacific region. Audio

A psychologist says recent events highlighting the risks associated with helping strangers will not deter most people for long. Audio

Renewed heavy fighting is reported in Syria's largest city, as the government pledges to defeat rebels who control parts of Aleppo. Audio

Black Sticks, rowers among standout performaces at Olympics; Kiwis break rowing best; major problems with Chinese locomotives made clear; Auckland council braced as first new rates bills mailed… Read more Audio

Who's carrying the Australian flag at the Olympics opening ceremony and Chinese business ownership. Audio

The country's latest rich list is out, but nearly half of the top ten wealthiest people are what's been called "international additions". Audio

Auckland councillors have mounted a spirited defence for the right of residents to scavenge through rubbish put for inorganic collections. 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

The fastest-growing airport in Australasia, Queenstown International Airport, wants to expand and introduce night flights. Audio

The Chiefs and the Crusaders will face off tonight in Hamilton in the first of the Super 15 semi finals. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio