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Early Sports Chat for 4 July 2023
July 03, 2023 18:37 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Barry Guy.
Morning Rural News for 4 July 2023
July 03, 2023 18:25 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Morning Rural News for 4 July 2023
July 03, 2023 18:25 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 4 July 2023
July 03, 2023 18:23 - 1 minute - 1.25 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Former IWD worker raises questions over his baby's death
July 03, 2023 18:18 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBA former employee of a controversial chemical plant in New Plymouth wonders if the death of his first child from spina bifida was related to his time working there. The multi-national company Dow is surveying anyone who was involved at its Paritūtū site, to fill in the picture of how chemicals there were used. Our Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more.
NZ in danger of giving away capabilities
July 03, 2023 18:14 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MBAn Australian cloud computing trailblazer says New Zealand is in real danger of giving away its capabilities to big foreign firms. Giant US companies in particular are doing well from the government's policy to shift public data to the cloud, and to support them building large data centres here. Australia is more reluctant to pass its public data over this way, but faces similar pressures. Rupert Taylor-Price who heads Canberra's Vault Cloud is among those pushing back, and starting to w...
Top Stories for Tuesday 4 July 2023
July 03, 2023 18:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBTop stories for 4 July 2023 Minister Kiri Allan is back on parliamentary leave, as the Prime Minister looks to tidy up the mess around her alleged treatment of staff and officials. Counter protests gain traction in France And back here, a Muscovy duck is captured after trying to make Wellington's Basin Reserve home
TVNZ picks up live sport
July 02, 2023 20:45 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBFor the past 30 years the bulk of the international sports coverage has not been available on free-to-air television. Prime TV has played some sports free to air either live or delayed, including the Olympics, Commonwealth Games and the Rugby World Cup. Now there's set to be even more free to air sport, with TVNZ picking up major international sport once again - including cricket, netball, athletics, and basketball. Sports Reporter Jonty Dine has more.
Trauma experts at schools
July 02, 2023 20:42 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBWhen tragedy strikes a school community, a team of experts trained in handling trauma are on call, ready to help. So far this year the Ministry of Education's specialist team has been called out to schools 57 times, roughly what they would expect. The crises include the death of a student while caving in Whangārei, and two children murdered in Ruakākā. One school principal vividly remembers making the call for help 15 years ago after a canyoning disaster which killed six students and a t...
Auckland faces train delays
July 02, 2023 20:40 - 2 minutes - 2.37 MBAuckland commuters have been facing another morning of train delays and cancellations due to technical issues. Auckland Transport says an electrical fault forced the cancellation of all Eastern Line services, while Southern Line services are reduced to every twenty minutes. Replacement bus services have been put on for affected travellers. Auckland Transport manager of metro optimisation Richard Harrison spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Future of the country's most expensive schools remain in limbo
July 02, 2023 20:38 - 3 minutes - 2.87 MBThe future of the country's most expensive schools remains in limbo. Enrolments have doubled at the three boarding schools for disabled children but remain below the numbers they are funded for. A UN committee says the schools should be closed and the government says it is still thinking about what to do. Our Education Correspondent John Gerritsen reports.
Market Update for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 20:33 - 1 minute - 1.1 MBBusiness update for 3 July 2023.
Australian win after stumping controversy
July 02, 2023 20:25 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBAustralia's second Ashes test win has been soured by a controversial stumping of England's Jonny Bairstow. Not in the spirit of the game is the general view of what happened and it resulted in Australian players being harangued as they walked through hallowed long room at Lords after the match. Some may lose their highly sought after MCC membership as a result. BBC cricket commentator Henry Moeran spoke to Corin Dann.
More NZers looking to buy homes
July 02, 2023 20:18 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBNew data shows more Kiwis are looking to buy a house, but new property listings are down 20 percent across the country compared with last year. The data, from realestate.co.nz, shows the national average asking price has remained stable. But Central Otago and the Lakes District bucked the trend, hitting an all-time high in June. Vanessa Williams spoke to Corin Dann.
Oranga Tamariki disappointed it wasn't contacted
July 02, 2023 20:10 - 8 minutes - 7.57 MBAn organisation that represents young people in care is disappointed it wasn't contacted when five teenagers forced their way onto the roof of Oranga Tamariki's Korowai Manaaki youth justice facility on Saturday. Whakarongo Mai chief executive Tracie Shipton spoke to Corin Dann.
Twitter introduces limits
July 02, 2023 19:57 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBTwitter owner Elon Musk has introduced sudden limits to the number of messages users of the site can see each day. Those who pay for the service can view 10,000 tweets, but un-paying users are now limited to 1,000 or less a day. Users came across the new rule by receiving unexplained notices saying they'd exceeded the rate limit. Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Renters policy proposal
July 02, 2023 19:50 - 4 minutes - 4.3 MBThe Green Party has made a 'pledge to renters', promising landlords won't be able to increase yearly rent by more than three percent. The president of Renters United, Geordie Rogers, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Green Party makes pledge to renters
July 02, 2023 19:45 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBThe Green Party has made a 'pledge to renters', promising landlords won't be able to increase yearly rent by more than three percent. Their newly proposed renters rights bill also includes keeping a national register of landlords, and enforcing a healthy home 'warrant of fitness' test. Peter Lewis, the vice president of New Zealand Property Investors Federation, says if this policy goes ahead, we could see more rental deals being made on the black market. Peter Lewis spoke to Corin Dann....
'Shut them down': charity on youth justice facilities
July 02, 2023 19:39 - 5 minutes - 5.44 MBShut them down - that's the call from criminal justice charity JustSpeak regarding youth justice facilities, after eight young people climbed onto the roof of the Korowai Manaaki centre in Auckland on Saturday. This is the second time recently that young people have scaled the roof of a youth justice facility, and JustSpeak executive director Aphiphany Forward-Taua says it's time to shut the facilities down. Aphiphany Forward-Taua spoke to Corin Dann.
Skiers return to slopes
July 02, 2023 19:36 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MBSkiers were able to hit the slopes at Mt Hutt and Coronet Peak yesterday, with some help from the weekend's polar blast. Ski fields on both mountains had already opened this year, but were forced to close because of a lack of snow. Nigel Kerr from Coronet Peak spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Cold blast closes state highways
July 02, 2023 19:28 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBThe cold blast over the weekend saw closures and warnings for a lot of our state highways. To update us with what's happening in the South Island this morning, Waka Kotahi's Southland Network Manager, Robert Choveaux spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Long wait for heart scans
July 02, 2023 19:24 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MBPatients are waiting a year and a half for heart scans that could reveal a serious or life threatening condition. Echocardiograms are an ultrasound for the heart, a non invasive test that can show blockages and other damage. Doctors say the unprecedented waits are causing huge anxiety. Ben Strang reports.
France enters sixth night of riots
July 02, 2023 19:18 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBAs France enters its sixth night of riots, hopes that action will quieten down have been dampened by a violent attack on a Mayor in Paris. Police are investigating a murder attempt at the home of Vincent Jeanbrun, his house was ram-raided and set alight by rioters. Paris-based journalist Peter Allen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Standoff with youths on rooftop ends
July 02, 2023 19:09 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBThe five remaining young people on the roof of an Auckland youth justice facility in Wiri in South Auckland have come down last night. Eight had originally climbed onto the roof at Korowai Manaaki centre on Saturday, five were still up there last night, but three of them came down at about 6:30pm, and the final two chose to come down just after 10:30pm. All of these young people are safe, off site and in Police custody. The Children's and Corrections Minister, Kelvin Davis, spoke to Cori...
Sports News for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.12 MBAustralia's second Ashes test win has been soured by a controversial stumping of England's Jonny Bairstow.
Sports News for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.12 MBAustralia's second Ashes test win has been soured by a controversial stumping of England's Jonny Bairstow.
Business News for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 18:55 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBBusiness news for 3 July 2023.
Muriwai flooding
July 02, 2023 18:51 - 2 minutes - 2.1 MBAfter another weekend of heavy rain, residents of a popular West Auckland surf spot are looking for permanent solutions to flooding. People in Muriwai say some driveways have been flooded and flood-altered waterways are moving water across roads and onto properties. Chairperson of the Muriwai Stickered Residents Group Mike Hibbert says silt protection walls to direct water away from houses and into gullies could be a solution. Mike Hibbert spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Green Party proposes rent increase limits
July 02, 2023 18:42 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MBThe Green Party wants to introduce a new Bill, if elected, which would limit annual increases to rents, and improve the quality of rental accommodation. Rent increases would be restricted to a maximum of three-percent each year. Opposition parties don't like the idea, with National suggesting the Bill would see some landlords exit the market as a result, leaving fewer rental options. Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports Chat for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 18:38 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Barry Guy.
Morning Rural News for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 18:26 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 18:25 - 1 minute - 1.28 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Tapanui covered in snow
July 02, 2023 18:15 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBThe small, West Otago town of Tapanui woke at the weekend to one of the biggest dumps of snow in years. Between 18 and 20 centimetres fell over Otago, Southland and Clutha and left Tapanui without power for most of Sunday morning. Vaughn Wesselson, a local butcher and business owner, thinks it was probably colder outside than in his meatlocker. Vaughn Wesselson spoke to Corin Dann.
Wintry blast hits south
July 02, 2023 18:09 - 6 minutes - 5.62 MBA cold wintry blast has covered parts of Southland with snow and left some roads closed. Heavy snow warnings were issued by MetService for Central Otago, the Southern Lakes, Dunedin, Clutha, Southland and Stewart Island, and Fiordland about and south of Doubtful Sound, lasting into Monday in some places. There are also strong wind watches for Hawke's Bay and Tararua, Marlborough, Nelson, the Canterbury high country, Dunedin, Clutha, Southland, and Stewart Island. MetService Meteorologist...
Sports News for 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.12 MBNew Zealand golfer Daniel Hillier has won his maiden World Tour title with a two shot victory in the British Masters at the Belfrey.
Top Stories for Monday 3 July 2023
July 02, 2023 18:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBTop stories for 3 July 2023 The remaining young people on the roof of an Auckland youth justice facility are now down - we'll speak to Minister Kelvin Davis France enters its sixth night of riots, with tensions high after a violent attack on the home of a paris Mayor overnight. Patients are having to wait up to 18 months for important heart scans
Political panel: Kiri Allan allegations, PM in China
June 29, 2023 20:50 - 10 minutes - 9.99 MBListen to our weekly political panel. This week we're joined by RNZ's deputy political editor, Craig McCulloch, and Stuff political reporter, Thomas Manch.
Late England collapse leaves Ashes test evenly poised
June 29, 2023 20:36 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBOllie Pope, Ben Duckett and Joe Root all gifted their wickets to Australia's telegraphed short-ball plan, Duckett falling for 98 and missing out on a maiden Ashes hundred. The three wickets fell for 34 runs before Harry Brook, who had several near misses in his 45, and captain Ben Stokes, with a calm 17 from 57 balls, took England to 278-4, 138 behind. The carelessness of England's batting was compounded by the fact key Australia spinner Nathan Lyon was off the field with a calf injury t...
Black Ferns hold onto O'Reily Cup in brutal win
June 29, 2023 20:30 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBThe Black Ferns thumped the Wallaroos 50-0 last night to secure the O'Reily Cup for another year. The world champs held tight at half time with 26 points to Australia's nil, and almost doubled that by the end of the match - scoring eight tries at Brisbane's Dolphins Stadium. Former Black Fern and rugby commentator Kristina Sue watched the game last night, and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Market Update for 30 June 2023
June 29, 2023 20:29 - 1 minute - 1000 KBBusiness update for 30 June 2023
Last chance to have your say on bilingual road signs today
June 29, 2023 20:25 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBIf you have something to say about bilingual road signs, the final deadline for submissions is 5pm this afternoon. Waka Kotahi and Te Mātawai have a package of 94 bilingual traffic signs they released for consultation as part of a programme to promote the use of te reo. Some Opposition MPs think the country's transport agency ought to be concentrating on other things, like fixing pot holes. Dave Armstrong is a staunch supporter of the initiative - and spoke to Morning Report.
Te Whatu Ora marks first anniversary
June 29, 2023 20:23 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBDoctors are giving Te Whatu Ora a fail mark for its first year but say it is now showing glimmers of promise. Tomorrow marks a year since 20 district health boards were abolished and replaced with Te Whatu Ora to try to stop big differences in care, depending on where people live. Its the biggest employer in the country but those workers say they're seeing very little change. Health Correspondent Rowan Quinn reports.
Fuel prices rise around 29 cents tomorrow
June 29, 2023 20:19 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBPetrol prices will jump up around 29 cents from tomorrow, as cuts on petrol excise duty and road user charges end. The government's 25 cents per litre discount will be added back on and, when GST is added, will cost customers around 29 cents to the litre price. The fuel discounts were introduced last March and continued as part of the government's cost-of-living relief. Jimmy Ormsby, the owner of Kiwi fuel company Waitomo Group, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Auckland hit by stormy conditions, marine warnings
June 29, 2023 20:12 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBA series of marine warnings has been issued for areas around Auckland as the city continues to be hit by stormy conditions. The outer lanes of the Auckand Harbour Bridge has been closed with gusts up to 80 kilometres an hour possible. Some ferries have been cancelled. Services are unable to stop at Northcote Point and are being replaced by taxis Joining us now is David Miller from the MetService for the latest
NZ Football Ferns squad announced at midday
June 29, 2023 19:55 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBNew Zealand's Football Ferns will reveal the squad competing at the FIFA Women's World Cup at midday today. Players were told who made the cut on Wednesday and will join friends and family at Eden Park for the announcement. Former Football Fern and Kiwi football legend Maia Jackman is a Women's World Cup ambassador. She spoke to Morning Report.
Microsoft wants Education Ministry to use AI
June 29, 2023 19:40 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBUS tech giant Microsoft pushed the Education Ministry to adopt an artificial intelligence programme for continuous live reporting on children and teachers in the classroom. Emails released under the Official Information Act reveal deep ties and high hopes between the ministry and the American company over greater use of AI in schools. Phil Pennington has been looking into it, and spoke to Morning Report.
Cyclone loan scheme a 'bailout for the banks' - fruit grower
June 29, 2023 19:38 - 6 minutes - 6.26 MBA Hawke's Bay fruit grower is labelling the government's loan scheme for weather-effected farmers and growers a 'bail out for the banks.' As a method to help those impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle, banks will be supported to grant loans up to $10 million dollars over five years, with a guarantee of 80% by the government. And for those unable to get loans from their banks, the government itself will lend up to $4 million dollars, with interest deferred for the first ten years. Yummy Apples o...
More plastics phasing out, but what about disabled community?
June 29, 2023 19:30 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBWe will wave good-bye to another lot of single-use plastics tomorrow. Plastic produce bags and stickers, plates, bowls, cutlery and straws are being taken off the shelves, and businesses can be fined up to one-hundred-thousand-dollars if they don't comply. Niva Chittock reports.
Paris protests: 40,000 police and paramilitary mobilised
June 29, 2023 19:28 - 4 minutes - 4.42 MBIn Paris, 40,000 police and paramilitary officers have been mobilised in anticipation of more riots and protests. It comes after 150 people were arrested on Wednesdsay, the second night of widespread protests over the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old boy at a traffic stop by a police officer. The accused officer has been charged with voluntary homicide and placed in custody. Our France correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
$7 billion Wellington transport plan back on track
June 29, 2023 19:20 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MBA $7 billion transport plan for the capital is back on track after an eleventh hour bid failed to stop it. City Councillors voted 9 to 7 in favour of keeping Let's Get Wellington Moving - an ambition project that has barely gotten started. It includes a second Mt Victoria Tunnel, lightrail running to Island Bay and banning cars from the Golden Mile - an inner city stretch of road from Lambton Quay to Courtney Place. Soumya Bhamidipati reports.