Morning Report

Researchers have found that somnambulism could be an inherited condition. Audio

Farmers and scientists say a sharp, dangerous weed that is spreading through Canterbury must be stopped. Audio

The latest news from the Waatea team. Audio

Audiologists are angry the Accident Compensation Corporation is cutting back its coverage of audiologist appointments and hearing aid repair bills, as well as the aids themselves. Audio

More teams, more games - an expanded Super Rugby competition was launched in Auckland last night. Audio

An update from the team at RNZ Sport. Audio

A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio

New evidence has emerged that young Australian men are being recruited to Al Qaeda training camps in Yemen. Audio

The cash-strapped Wellington property developer, Terry Serepisos, is today in Switzerland making a last-ditch attempt to get loans to save his businesses from bankruptcy. Audio

The Tai Tokerau MP Hone Harawira will today face a disciplinary hearing that pundits say may make or break the Maori Party. Audio

The Prime Minister, John Key, signalled further significant change to the welfare system and indicated the likelihood of public sector mergers in yesterday's annual Statement to Parliament. Audio

A frantic dash through busy Auckland streets failed to save a Green candidate from missing out on standing in next month's by-election in Botany. Audio