World
Heading Off: Cuba
It's a country known for its vibrant culture as well as its complex political history. But there's got to be more to it than vintage cars and cigars - what is it actually like to travel there? Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 18 June 2025
In today's episode, Health New Zealand has been directed to give private hospitals 10-year outsourcing contracts to perform elective surgeries, Wednesday marks day five of the conflict between Israel… Audio
Concern for NZers in Iran as internet cut amid Israel strikes
We were hoping to cross to Iran this morning to speak to a New Zealand woman who's found herself stuck there while visiting family. However, her internet has been cut and we've been unable to reach… Audio
Israeli ambassador to NZ on Iran - Israel conflict
Wednesday marks day five of the conflict between Israel and Iran and there's still no talk of a ceasefire. New Zealand's Israeli ambassador Alon Roth spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Trump claims 'total control' of skies over Iran
Donald Trump's posted on social media saying "we now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran". Correspondent Mitch McCann spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Immigration Minister quizzed over deportations, parent visas and Gaza
Scrutiny week is in full swing, and MPs have been quizzing the immigration minister, Erica Stanford. Gill Bonnett reports. Audio
Trump's comments on Israel - Iran conflict raises questions
Eyes are now on Washington DC for President Trump to expand on his new comments. Trump's reportedly asked the national security council to be ready for his return in the White House situation room… Audio
Latest on Iran/Israel conflict, Gaza
No sign of a let up in the war between Israel and Iran - Alex Baird has the latest from the Middle-East Audio
Australian PM misses out on G7 meeting with US President
Anthony Albanese went to the G7 with the expectation of a meeting with Donald Trump - that wasn't to be - Pam Corkery has the news out of Australia Audio
Israeli tank shelling kills 51 people awaiting aid trucks in Gaza, ministry says
Israeli tank shellfire has killed at least 51 Palestinians as they awaited aid trucks in Khan Younis, wounding dozens of others, the territory's health ministry says.
Trump urges evacuation of Tehran
Iranian officials have reported 224 deaths, mostly civilians, while Israel say 24 civilians have been killed.
Prosecutor details Erin Patterson's 'lies upon lies' to jury
Erin Patterson's defence barrister has told the jury in her triple-murder trial that the "devoted" mother had no motive to deprive her children of their "wonderful" grandparents.
UK correspondent Christian Smith
Our man in London, Christian Smith, is chatting to us about the UK launching a grooming gangs inquiry after claims officials avoided the ethnicity issue, protests against over tourism erupting in… Audio
Trump to leave G7 summit day early, citing Middle East tensions
The summit had already generated a degree of division in the few hours Trump attended. Audio
What we know about Trump's new phone service
Trump's company has launched a gold-coloured smartphone and a mobile service: "Trump Mobile".
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 17 June 2025
In today's episode, Iran's ambassador to New Zealand says negotiations and diplomacy will not resume until Israel stops attacking the country, the Foreign Minister is urging New Zealanders in Iran and… Audio
'The world has forgotten us': Gazans plead as crisis deepens
Gazans facing famine fear the world has forgotten them as attention shifts to the Israel-Iran conflict.
Minnesota lawmaker killing suspect planned killing spree
The suspect accused of assassinating a Minnesota lawmaker and shooting another this weekend drove to the homes of at least four state politicians as part of a planned killing spree, according to… Audio
New Zealand's perception of China cools
A survey by the Asia New Zealand Foundation has found New Zealand's perception of China has cooled in recent months following China's live fire drills and partnership deal with the Cook Islands. Asia… Audio
New Zealander working in Israel amid conflict with Iran
New Zealanders have been urged not to travel to Israel, and for anyone already there to leave, amid the country's conflict with Iran. David Kepes, a New Zealander working in Israel, spoke to Corin… Audio
