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District affected by Manawanui disaster continues to smell fuel
A spokesperson for the community says the Safata district deserves equitable treatment and fair compensation.
'Everyone must go' tourism slogan hits international headlines
The slogan, which aims to attract Australians to visit, has received mix reviews.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 19 February 2025
On today's episode, the Privacy Commissioner will now investigate whether Census and Covid-19 vaccination data shared with Manurewa Marae was misused for election purposes, Russia and the US have… Audio
Keeping the peace in Ukraine: How ready would NZ forces be?
Amid talks to end Russia's war against Ukraine - could New Zealand provide peacekeeping troops, and how ready are our forces? A former peacekeeper weighs in.
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Australia's central bank cuts rates for first time since 2020
Australia's central bank has cut rates for the first time in more than four years. Bloomberg TV Australia anchor and correspondent Paul Allen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Aid worker in Ukraine on conditions in country
An aid worker on the ground in Kyiv says humanitarian conditions are becoming increasingly dire after three years of war. World Vision's response director in Ukraine and Moldova Arman Grigoryan spoke… Audio
Russia and US conclude talks over Ukraine war
Russia and the US have concluded their first direct talks since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine 3 years ago. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
US and Russia conclude first talk since Ukraine invasion
Russia and the US have concluded their first direct talks since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine 3 years ago. The Americans said the four-and-a-half hour talks were an exploratory session to establish… Audio
Australias most notorious priest passes away
One of Australia's most notorious paedo priests has died in prison - Pam Corkery has the story out of Brisbane. Audio
Alex Baird from the Middle East
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in the Middle-East in an attempt to solve a few of the world's wars - Alex Baird reports from the region Audio
US, Russian officials to discuss Ukraine war in Saudi Arabia
The conversation could pave the way for a summit between Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
The Panel with Stephen Franks & Boopsie Maran (Part 1)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Stephen Franks & Boopsie Maran discuss insufficient safeguarding of personal data collected at Manurewa Marae, and would you support New Zealand… Audio
White House says Musk is not DOGE employee, has no authority
According to a filing, Musk can only advise the president and communicate the president's directives - not make decisions.
European leaders meet in Paris for emergency summit on Ukraine
European leaders have convened in Paris for an emergency summit on the future of Ukraine. Correspondent Sarah Coates spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Ukrainian President to visit Saudi Arabia day after US-Russia talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, one day after planned meetings between Russian and US officials. Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Henry Riley reports from London
Sir Keir Starmer says British troops will be on the ground in Ukraine if peace is achieved Audio
UK offers to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was ready to send British soldiers as a peacekeeping force.
US drops website wording on not supporting Taiwan independence
The US Department of State has removed the statement on its website.
BAFTA 2025 red carpet: All the looks from the celebrities
Britain's top movie honours hosted Hollywood's biggest stars, from Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez to Timothée Chalamet, and Demi Moore.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 17 February 2025
On today's episode, European leaders have been left out in the cold with the US saying Europe won't have a seat at the table when talks start to end the war in Ukraine, Auckland Council is reviewing… Audio
