Eric Frykberg
KiwiRail reveals plans for development
KiwiRail says its future is looking good despite a series of setbacks. Audio
Fossil fuel row follows pre release of cabinet energy paper
The accidental release of a proposed energy strategy ahead of its consideration by cabinet has reignited debate on the environmental cost of powering the country. Audio
MPs pledge no politics but cracks already showing
MPs are pledging not to let politics get in the way of helping rebuild earthquake-devastated Christchurch. Audio
Genesis Energy faces accusations of price gouging
The state-owned electricity company Genesis Energy is being accused of price gouging. It is being charged with taking advantage of a power shortage in the upper North Island during the weekend to… Audio
Former military man tipped to head recovery effort
News that a former military man, Major General Martyn Dunne, is expected to head the first stage of earthquake recovery in Christchurch has reignited debate about how that recovery should be managed. Audio
Fuel prices could rise further
There are warnings that the price of petrol could rise still higher in the wake of Japan's devastating earthquake and tsunami. Audio
Christchurch quakes again
Christchurch has been rocked by a series of aftershocks; the largest, a five point one magnitude quake, hit the city just before ten o'clock last night. Audio
Prince William visits Christchurch
Prince William arrived in Christchurch today to inspect some of the worst quake damage in the city. Audio
Business owners in Chch zone 7 get to check premises
Small business owners from around Christchurch got their first chance to inspect their quake damaged properties in so-called Zone 7, just east of the city's central business district. Audio
Rules may be stopping future proofing of power lines
Electricity experts fear rules designed to stop profiteering by electric lines companies could prevent them upgrading their networks to a level that would ensure the loss of power experienced last… Audio
Fonterra freezes milk prices
Fonterra has just announced it is freezing wholesale domestic milk prices for the rest of 2011. Reporter Eric Frykberg has been following developments and discusses the ramifications with Mary. Audio
Much interest in buying Pike River - Receivers
The receivers for Pike River Coal say more than ten companies have expressed an interest in buying the mine. Audio
Labour wants better union rights but denies return to awards
The Labour Party is denying suggestions it wants to move back to the days of centralised wage fixing. Audio
Predator who murdered victim's father denied parole
A man convicted of murdering the father of a boy he was sexually obsessed with has been denied parole. Audio
Iwi leaders work on ways of securing state asset holdings
Maori leaders are working behind the scenes to find ways to ensure at least part of any state assets sales are directed their way. Audio
Reaction to the latest developments regarding Hone Harawira
Supporters of the Te Tai Tokerau MP Hone Harwira say the Maori Party leadership has not followed due process by suspending him from its caucus - only days before he was due to face a disciplinary… Audio
Government says open cast mine for Pike River too soon
The Government says its too soon to consider an open cast mine near the closed down Pike River underground mine. Audio
History suggests new party may fail to make impact
Political commentators are casting doubt on the chances of a new left-wing party making an impact on New Zealand politics. Audio
Fans welcome Wright's appointment as cricket coach
New Zealand cricket enthusiasts are applauding the appointment of John Wright to coach the nation's representative team. Audio
John Wright's appointment as cricket coach given big tick
New Zealand cricket enthusiasts are welcoming the appointment of John Wright as the coach of the Black Caps. Audio