Morning Report

An international study looking at the Canterbury earthquakes is attracting loud criticism from New Zealand scientists. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

One of the most anticipated games of the Rugby World Cup kicks off tomorrow night when France takes on the All Blacks at Eden Park. Audio

The final day of the search and rescue phase at the Pike River Royal Commission gets underway today. Audio

The United States' top military officer has accused Pakistan's spy agency of supporting the militant Haqqani group, which has carried out a series of recent attacks in Afghanistan. Audio

All this volatility comes a day after growth statistics here showed the New Zealand economy slowing to a crawl. Audio

And volatility isn't limited to shares. Audio

World sharemarkets have fallen sharply overnight. Audio

Scientists in Switzerland have made a startling discovery that if true, turns conventional wisdom on its head. Audio

The All Blacks captain, Richie McCaw, will become the first New Zealander to play one hundred Test matches when his side runs out against France on Saturday night. Audio

The Insurance Council is warning New Zealanders to prepare for the time when their insurance policies won't cover earthquakes and other natural disasters. Audio