Politics
BBM foodbank closure will put pressure on other foodbanks - provider
A provider for a popular South Auckland foodbank said its closure will put even more pressure on other struggling food banks - and he doesn't know where the people it serves will now go. Dave Letele… Audio
Government outlines how it manages conflicts of interest
The government has outlined how it managed conflicts, or potential conflicts of interest, among ministers with projects included in the controversial Fast-Track legislation. If a conflict was… Audio
Christopher Luxon meets Narendra Modi, but little sign of free trade deal
The PM has emerged with an official invite to New Delhi after his coveted meeting with India's leader in Laos.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 11 October 2024
On today's episode, the Tampa Bay Times office building has been crushed by a falling crane amidst the storm. Reporter Kirby Wilson says that's just some of the destruction Hurricane Milton has left… Audio
PM Luxon pursues freetrade deal in meeting with Indian PM Modi
The prime ministers of India and New Zealand held a one-on-one bi-lateral meeting at the East Asia Summit, as New Zealand is pursuing a trade agreement with India, which has the fastest growing and… Audio
US President chats with Israel PM for first time in two months
US President Joe Biden and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have held a much-anticipated 30-minute phone call, their first contact in two months. Middle East correspondent Rania Abouzeid… Audio
Wellington councillors vote down proposal to sell airport shares
Wellington's mayor has suffered another political blow after the city council voted to stop the sale of its airport shares. Nick James reports. Audio
PM Luxon meets with Indian PM Modi
Christopher Luxon has emerged from a meeting with his Indian counterpart Narenda Modi - wielding a formal invitation to visit - but little sign of tangible progress towards a promised free trade deal… Audio
Wellington City Council decide to keep airport shares
Today, divided Wellington councillors voted nine to seven against the sale of its 34% stake in Wellington Airport after months of controversy. Audio
Luxon talks global conflict in relaxed setting
Talking crises over coffee, the leaders of NZ, Australia and Canada convened at a in a meeting on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit.
Decision to remove Luxon artwork from Trade Me 'weird' - artist
The artist behind a painting depicting Christopher Luxon in a fleshy tunnel says he is genuinely surprised by its removal.
Luxon focused on building a rapport with India's Modi
The Prime Minister remains confident a free trade agreement with India can still be struck this term.
Two thousand jobs lost from public sector - 'and that's just the start'
Just over 2000 jobs were lost from the public service between December and June, new data shows.
Christopher Luxon in Laos for East Asia Summit
Christopher Luxon is launching into his Laotian sprint, about to rattle through meetings with roll call of world leaders on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit. In the next hour, he's due to sit… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 10 October 2024
In today's episode, Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall this afternoon with devastating life-threatening consequences expected, parts of Dunedin Hospital were leaking through the walls and… Audio
Parts of Dunedin Hospital leaked during intense rain
Parts of Dunedin Hospital were leaking through the walls and ceilings during last week's storm, which a local MP says highlights the urgent need for a new hospital. MP Ingrid Leary spoke to Charlotte… Audio
Real schemes, or unfunded dreams? Questions over fast-track list
A roof for Eden Park; a second bridge for Ashburton; a new dry dock for the navy. What will actually become reality?
Communities concerned over telehealth at local hospital
Communities in Kapiti and Porirua north of Wellington have rallied against telehealth being brought in at their local hospital. Political reporter Giles Dexter has more. Audio
Sepuloni: Fast track projects concerning
Labour's Deputy leader Carmel Sepuloni joined the programme to discuss the week in politics Audio