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Morning Report Essentials for 4th July
July 03, 2024 22:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBOn today's episode, a New Zealand woman named as Patricia Mckay has been run down and killed during a gunpoint robbery in California. A witness to the crime speaks about what happened during the robbery. Labour MPs seek Auckland input after electoral setback. An education expert says frequent, standardised testing makes children anxious and affects their mental wellbeing. And Liam Lawson's being promised a full-time role driving for Red Bull's junior formula one team.
Australian sanctuary ends koala cuddling after guest feedback
July 03, 2024 20:58 - 2 minutes - 1.97 MBA popular koala sanctuary in Queensland is no longer allowing visitors to cuddle its koalas. The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane says it's ended its koala holding attraction after "increasingly strong" feedback from guests. In other Australian states, including New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania, it is illegal to hold a koala. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary's general manager Lyndon Discombe spoke to Charlotte Cook.
More on the death of a NZ woman in Southern California
July 03, 2024 20:53 - 7 minutes - 6.45 MBBack now to our lead story on the violent death of 68 year-old New Zealander Patricia Mckay, during a gunpoint robbery in Southern California. The police in Newport Beach in LA say two men, one armed with a handgun tried to rob two victims as they were walking, there was a struggle and Patricia Mackay was pulled onto a roadway in the outside the Fashion Island shopping mall. Dan Sheen was at the shopping centre when the shots rang out. He spoke to Charlotte Cook
NZ honors Pacific Island coastwatchers decades after WWII
July 03, 2024 20:47 - 3 minutes - 3.6 MBAfter decades of being unsung World War II heroes in New Zealand, Pacific Island coastwatchers have finally been recognised. New Zealand's Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro presented families of over 25 Pacific Islands coastwatchers - along with five Post and Telegraph Department coastwatchers with certificates to honour the sacrifice of their relations' service. The long-awaited ceremony in recognition of dozens of war-heroes took place at Government House in Wellington on Tuesday. Eleis...
Salvation Army: government cuts worsen hardship
July 03, 2024 20:44 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBThe Salvation Army says the government's cuts to social services are leading to continued hardship for tens of thousands of people- and it can't keep up with the demand. It's sending out a plea for donations. Salvation Army National Director of Community Ministries Jono Bell spoke to Corin Dann.
Sports Chat for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 20:35 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 20:31 - 1 minute - 1.32 MBMarket Update for 4 July 2024
Liam Lawson set for Red Bull junior team role
July 03, 2024 20:29 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBNew Zealand racing car driver Liam Lawson's being promised a fulltime role driving for Red Bull's junior formula one team, RB. That's according to Helmut Marko - the racing team's director, and the head of Red Bull's driver development programme. But - there could be a pothole or two ahead... the team's boss Christian Horner wants to keep Australian Daniel Ricciardo behind the wheel. Motorsport analyst Bob McMurray spoke to Corin Dann.
Pacific Islands Forum SG concerned over Kanaky unrest
July 03, 2024 20:23 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MBThe new secretary general of the Pacific Islands Forum is seriously concerned about the ongoing unrest in Kanaky/New Caledonia and France's handling of the situation. In his first press briefing, Secretary General Baron Waqa says the Forum hopes to step up its engagement with Paris ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting in Tonga in August. Lydia Lewis has the story:
NZ "a decade behind" in terms of eczema treatment
July 03, 2024 20:19 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBSome patients with severe eczema are paying thousands of dollars for new-generation treatments - but many of those worst affected are missing out. Dermatologists say eczema treatment in New Zealand is a decade behind, despite having one of the highest rates of the chronic inflammatory skin condition. Ruth Hill reports.
Union warns biannual testing echoes National Standard
July 03, 2024 20:13 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBThe primary teachers' union says requiring children to sit standardised tests twice a year looks like National Standards in disguise. From next year, the government will require primary schools to test children twice a year to measure their progress. That means phonics checks for new entrants; and for those in year three or higher -- reading, writing and maths assessments. NZEI Te Riu Roa president Mark Potter spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Sports News for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 20:06 - 2 minutes - 2.14 MBNew Zealand tennis player Lulu Sun has won 2 sets to 1 and has progressed to the 3rd round
Takina exhibitions fall short on targets despite investments
July 03, 2024 19:52 - 2 minutes - 2.54 MBNew documents reveal the two first major exhibitions at Takina have either failed to break even or reach their target visitor numbers. The 180-million dollar central city convention centre opened just over a year ago, with Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau declaring it "the first step in the rebirth of Wellington." Nick James reports.
Labour MPs seek Auckland input after electoral setback
July 03, 2024 19:50 - 6 minutes - 5.95 MBLabour Party MPs are in Auckland to hear from its communities, as the party grapples with it electoral loss. Labour lost a significant chunk of the Supercity's support in the last election, and concedes it didn't listen or engage well enough with Aucklanders. Leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Corin Dann.
OT plans boot camp pilot amid staffing uncertainty
July 03, 2024 19:42 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBIt's just weeks before the serious young offender boot camp pilot starts and Oranga Tamariki is still discussing who will take on the critical role of intensive mentoring. The defence force says it won't be involved in running or staffing the trial, which will start at the end of the month. But Oranga Tamariki is holding an online meeting today for community organisations it's contacted about providing intensive mentoring for the military-style academies. Political reporter Lillian Hanly...
White House in crisis mode over Biden's debate fallout
July 03, 2024 19:36 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBThe White House is in damage control mode trying to calm nerves - if not downright panic - following President Biden's shaky debate performance last week. Later today the President will be meeting with Democratic governors who want to ensure the 81-year-old is still fit for the job. The New York Times is reporting that the President told a key ally that the coming days will decide whether he stays in the race. It comes following a poll from CNN showing that three-quarters of US voters sa...
UK Election: polls predict punishment for Sunak's conservatives
July 03, 2024 19:33 - 5 minutes - 5.41 MBThe final day of campaigning in the UK is drawing to a close ahead of tomorrow's potentially historic general election. Opinion polls are suggesting that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party will be punished for failing to deliver on promises made during 14 years in power. AP's Philip Crowther spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Standardised tests may cause anxiety in children - expert says
July 03, 2024 19:23 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBAn education expert says frequent, standardised testing makes children anxious and affects their mental wellbeing. From next year, the government will require primary schools to test children twice a year to measure their progress. That means phonics checks for new entrants; and for those in year three or higher -- reading, writing and maths assessments. Ruth Boyask, from Auckland University of Technology's school of education, spoke to Corin Dann.
Overfilled schools force classes into staff rooms,
July 03, 2024 19:19 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBRapid growth has pushed more than a hundred schools well beyond their classroom capacity - forcing them to teach students in staff rooms and libraries. The Education Ministry has warned the government new schools and classrooms are urgently needed in high-growth areas and parts of Auckland and Canterbury have critical unmet demand. A roll bulge is moving through secondary schools and last year migration brought an extra 20-thousand school children, half of them in Auckland. Education Cor...
Hundreds of GPs turning to AI to help manage workloads
July 03, 2024 19:15 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBHundreds of GPs are turning to AI to help manage workloads as burnout and stress hit critical levels in the health workforce. Increasing numbers of GP's across Aotearoa are already using AI software to listen to patient consultations, and provide a summary of notes. Charlotte Cook reports.
New Zealander killed in the US after gunpoint robbery
July 03, 2024 19:10 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBA 68 year-old-New Zealand woman named as Patricia Mckay has been run down and killed during a gunpoint robbery in Southern California. The police in Newport Beach in LA say two men, one armed with a handgun tried to rob two victims as they were walking, there was a struggle and Patricia Mackay was pulled into a roadway in the parking lot of the Fashion Island shopping mall. California correspondent Ira Spitzer spoke to Corin Dann.
Business News for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 18:55 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBBusiness news for 4 July 2024
Labour woos Auckland, admits past mistakes ahead of election
July 03, 2024 18:44 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBThe Labour Party is out and about wooing Auckland - as it starts to think about policies to take to the next election. The party has lost a significant chunk of the city's support and concedes it didn't listen or engage enough with Aucklanders at last year's election. Political reporter Giles Dexter has more.
Early Sports Chat for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 18:38 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 18:27 - 3 minutes - 3.57 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 4 July 2024
July 03, 2024 18:20 - 1 minute - 1.3 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Category 4 Hurricane Beryl hits Jamaica with 250 km/h winds
July 03, 2024 18:20 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MBA deadly hurricane which has been tearing through the south-east Caribbean is currently hitting Jamaica. Hurricane Beryl, a category 4 hurricane, is expected to bring storm surges and winds of more than 250 kilometres per hour. Journalist Nick Davis spoke to Charlotte Cook from Jamaica.
Rishi Sunak fights for PM as Labour's Starmer leads polls
July 03, 2024 18:15 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBIn just 12 hours the polling booths will open in the UK as Rishi Sunak fights to hold onto Prime Minister amid polls showing Labour's Keir Starmer is set for a landslide victory. Our political editor Jo Moir is in London and spoke to Corin Dann.
New Zealander killed during a gunpoint robbery in California
July 03, 2024 18:10 - 5 minutes - 5.35 MBA New Zealand woman named as Patricia Mckay aged 68 has been run down and killed during a gunpoint robbery in California. The police in Newport Beach in LA say two men tried to rob two victims as they were walking, pulling the victim into a roadway in the parking lot of a shopping mall. California correspondent Ira Spitzer spoke to Corin Dann
Morning Report Essentials for 3rd July
July 02, 2024 22:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MBOn today's episode, Labour is pleased that the government is now supporting the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill. The Communications and Media Minister admits Australia has faced challenges in trying to compel global media giants to pay for local media. Driver training advocates are welcoming the government's changes to eligibility for free driver test re-sits. In its latest monthly report, RealEstate.co.nz found that the number of houses for sale is higher than it was a year ago. The f...
Rare fernbird spotted at Taupo Swamp after restoration
July 02, 2024 20:57 - 2 minutes - 2.33 MBAn elusive songbird has been photographed at the Taupo Swamp near Plimmerton, north of Wellington, for the first time. The fernbird or matata was first spotted in the wetland last year, but hasn't been caught on camera until now. Chair of the Friends of Taupo Swamp & Catchment, Judy McKoy spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Innovation puts more crunch into Taranaki lunchboxes
July 02, 2024 20:53 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBTucked away on a Waverley side street, a South Taranaki business has cut the ribbon on a 900 square metre state-of-the-art tunnel house aimed at putting the crunch into sandwiches across the region and beyond. Salad Brothers took over the 1-pont-1 hectare site about 18 months ago and aims to produce half a million lettuces a year. RNZ Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin went to visit.
More Kiwi young adults living at home, rent debate heats up
July 02, 2024 20:44 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MBThere was a time when Kiwi kids couldn't wait to fly the coop. But households are changing... latest figures show nearly three in ten New Zealanders aged 20 to 29 still live with mum and dad. And as the cost of living crisis bites, some retirees are even moving back in with their kids to save on household costs. So who should pay what and when should young adults start paying rent? RNZ's Mahvash Ikram has the story.
Abuse survivor urges PM to scrap OT boot camp plans
July 02, 2024 20:40 - 4 minutes - 3.88 MBAn abuse survivor advocate is imploring the Prime Minister to ditch plans for Oranga Tamariki to run boot camps for teenage serious offenders. Ken Clearwater says Oranga Tamariki's record shows it cannot be trusted to look after some of the country's most vulnerable teenagers. He spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 3 July 2024
July 02, 2024 20:37 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBAn update from RNZ's sports team.
Markets Update for 3 July 2024
July 02, 2024 20:30 - 1 minute - 1.21 MBA brief update of movements in the financial sector.
Solomon Islands upgrades runway with NZ, Australian aid
July 02, 2024 20:27 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBA remote Solomon Islands community is now finally able to have planes land in the rain, after New Zealand and Australian governments helped pay to upgrade the runway in Seghe. Both countries contributed around 25 million New Zealand dollars with Solomon Islands pitching in about 5 million. Caleb Fotheringham has more.
Government fund to relocate cyclone-damaged marae and homes
July 02, 2024 20:22 - 4 minutes - 4.25 MBA multimillion dollar government fund will soon pay to move cyclone-wrecked marae and homes on Maori land out of harm's way. But no plans for relocation are set in stone yet, and eight months after the council buyouts of other homes began, marae representatives say the Crown's process has been too slow. RNZ reporter Lauren Crimp spoke to Corin Dann.
Government pushes plan for tech giants to pay for news
July 02, 2024 20:16 - 6 minutes - 5.6 MBThe government will pursue a plan to get global internet giants such as Google and Meta to pay for news, even if that means Facebook would ban news from its platform. The Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill would encourage those online titans to negotiate with local media outlets to pay for reusing their news content. RNZ Mediawatch's Colin Peacock spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Kaitorete Spit considered for rocket launch pads
July 02, 2024 20:10 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBKaitorete Spit south of Christchurch is being considered for multiple rocket launch pads. Demand has grown rapidly especially from the US military, for launches of the small type of satellites Kaitorete is most suited for, since an assessment of the market, that included Russian rockets, was done in 2020. Back then, consultants told the government getting investors interested would require tax breaks. RNZ's Phil Pennington spoke to Corin Dann.
Former Samoan PM speaks on New Zealand citizenship pathway
July 02, 2024 19:56 - 2 minutes - 2.05 MBA former Samoan Prime Minister has told a public hearing in Auckland that 'hell' is easier to reach than New Zealand. Community members met over a bill that aims to restore a pathway to New Zealand citizenship - for a group of people born in Western Samoa - has been held in South Auckland. The bill is at select committee stage, after it passed its first reading in April. Grace Fiavaai has the story.
Tiny NZ town rallying behind young tennis star
July 02, 2024 19:53 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MBA Southland town is abuzz after one of its youngsters pulled off a massive tennis upset on the world stage. Te Anau born Lulu Sun beat world number eight Qinwen Zheng in the first round of the women's singles at Wimbledon overnight yesterday. Sun switched allegiances from Switzerland to New Zealand in March and is the first Kiwi player to make a grand slam singles main draw in seven years. RNZ Niva Chittock reports.
Foreign students paid $885m in fees last year
July 02, 2024 19:49 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBForeign students paid $885m in fees last year including half-a-billion to universities. Export Education Levy statistics show foreign enrolments doubled in 2023 after reaching an historic low due to covid-related border restrictions. The figures show universities were closest to pre-pandemic levels of enrolment last year while other sectors still had far fewer international students than in 2019. RNZ's education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Driver training advocates welcome testing changes
July 02, 2024 19:45 - 4 minutes - 3.74 MBAdvocates for driver training say changes being rolled out for testing are long overdue. From Monday, applicants for Class 1 theory and practical tests will now only be eligible for one free re-sit, and will be required to pay for any additional tests. The Transport Minister says the previous removal of re-sit fees led to unacceptable wait times and no-shows. National Coordinator of the Driving Change Network Wendy Robertson spoke to Corin Dann.
Christchurch council mulls bylaw to curb aggressive begging
July 02, 2024 19:42 - 3 minutes - 2.88 MBThe Christchurch City Council is considering options, including a bylaw, to address aggressive begging in the central city. Auckland and Wellington City Councils have bylaws in place that don't ban begging, but prohibit the aggression that sometimes goes with it Anna Sargent reports.
More on the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill
July 02, 2024 19:26 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBThe Government's flipped from opposing the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill, which started under Labour, to now supporting it - saying on balance, it's worth doing. The Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill will be ushered through the House by the communications and media minister Paul Goldsmith. He spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Meta challenges government over Digital News Bargaining Bill
July 02, 2024 19:20 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBThe company that owns Facebook - Meta - says the government misunderstands how its platform works. The Government has flipped from opposing the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill, which started under Labour, to now supporting it - saying on balance, it's worth doing. The Bill would encourage companies such as Meta and Google to negotiate with local media outlets to pay for news content shared on those platforms. But after Canada introduced a similar law in 2023, Meta blocked news content ...
Left and centrist parties unite against far-right in France
July 02, 2024 19:16 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MBLeft and centrist parties in France are banding together to keep the far right candidate Marine Le Penn's party from power. Le Pen's National Rally (RN) and its allies on the right finished first with 33% of the vote in the first roubnd of voting, President Emmanuel Macron's centrist bloc came third. This week second-round of voting takes place this weekend. Paris-based journalist Peter Allen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Govt pushes for expanded AI use in health and education
July 02, 2024 19:10 - 5 minutes - 4.96 MBCabinet Minister Judith Collins wants the government to expand the use of AI, starting with the health and education sectors where it could be used to assess mammogram results and provide AI tutors for children. Collins, whose Digitising Government portfolio gives her responsibility for AI policy, says the technology could also be used for government productivity gains, including processing Official Information Act requests. RNZ'S Guyon Espiner spoke to Corin Dann.
Business News for 3 July 2024
July 02, 2024 18:54 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBNews from the business sector, including a market report.