Morning Report

It could be 'Arise Sir Richard' as the cabinet office confirms the All Blacks captain's nomination in the New Year's Honours list. Sir Brian Lochore joins the programme. Audio

Gary Ahern gives us an update of sport and an insight into his Melbourne Cup picks. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

The north-eastern seaboard of the US has been blanketed by unseasonable snow which has been causing major problems for the unprepared states of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Audio

The global economy is on the verge of a new and deeper recession that could cause social unrest. That's according to a report by the United Nations agency, the International Labour Organisation. Audio

Auckland issues reporter Todd Niall was at last night's feisty Epsom candidates' meeting in Mount Eden. Audio

Former vice-chancellor of Waikato University, Bryan Gould, and University of Otago political scientist, Bryce Edwards, speak to Simon Mercep about last night's televised leaders' debate. Audio

The Chiefs coach Dave Rennie joins the programme to talk about his franchise's chances in the coming season and the Sonny Bill Williams impact. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

The chief executive of Business New Zealand, Phil O'Reilly, joins the programme and talks about the business survey which his organisation conducted with Deloitte's. Audio

Labour says National Party dealt blow by survey suggesting only third of businesses believe John Key has good plan for economy. Audio

Amid an influx of foreign horses, New Zealand runners faced an uphill task to qualify for this year's race says Cambrige Stud owner, Sir Patrick Hogan, part-owner of entrant Precedence. Audio