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Central Otago town ponders sewer system's resilience
September 26, 2022 19:42 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MBIs it time to stop treating our lakes and rivers like toilets? That's the question in Central Otago after the Manuherekia River flooded a small town's sewage treatment plant in July and swept the waste into the river. Otago-Southland reporter Timothy Brown has more.
Market Update for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 19:29 - 1 minute - 1.53 MBBusiness update for 27 September 2022
Renters United on details asked of prospective tenants
September 26, 2022 19:15 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBYoung flat hunters are being asked to hand over intrusive and unnecessary private details in order to secure a place to live. A Consumer New Zealand investigation has found that some property agencies are breaking privacy laws by asking potential renters for very personal information. This morning the watchdog's Chief Executive Jon Duffy told us some property managers are asking prospective tenants to even show their bank statements. Renters United president Geordie Rodgers spoke to Guyo...
Phil Mauger and David Meates debate Christchurch mayoralty
September 26, 2022 19:10 - 18 minutes - 17 MBTwo candidates top the polls for Christchurch mayoral candidates - Phil Mauger and David Meates. Current councillor Mauger is ahead, with a Kantar poll this month showing he was preferred by 58 percent of the voter base. Meates was at 26 percent, but with 38 percent of respondents unsure, there is the opportunity to win a majority over to his side. The key issues for the region are national housing density rules, three waters reform, fluoridation and the new Christchurch stadium. The pai...
Burrito the poodle headed home after week missing
September 26, 2022 18:55 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBThere's been a happy ending for a missing poodle called Burrito who disappeared over a week ago in an Auckland park. His owners were so worried they set up a camp in the Manurewa Botanic Gardens where he was last seen - and offered a $2500 reward. One of his owners, Grace Loyola, spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Bumpy journey for first few Air New Zealand New York flights
September 26, 2022 18:53 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MBAir New Zealand is blaming extreme weather for disruption to its new non-stop flight from New York to Auckland on Sunday. Fifteen customers, on the Prime Minister's flight back from New York, had to volunteer to take alternative flights, to lighten the load in the face of unusually strong headwinds on the way. It was not the new route's first hiccup, - 65 passengers on the inaugural flight arrived in Auckland last Monday without their bags, while passengers on a flight that departed New ...
Some living in emergency housing more than two years
September 26, 2022 18:48 - 3 minutes - 3.04 MBEmergency housing's supposed to be short term for those most in need - but some have now lived in motels for two years or longer - with no immediate end in sight. While it puts a roof over the head of some of New Zealand's most vulnerable, not all are safe from violence, gang activity and intimidation. Taxpayer dollars continue to pour into moteliers' pockets with the bill topping a billion dollars since Labour took office in 2017.
Former deputy governor of UK central bank on pound tanking
September 26, 2022 18:44 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MBThe British pound has crashed to a record low against the US dollar, as markets react to the UK's biggest tax cuts in 50 years. The plunge of nearly 5 percent to just above $1.03, came during trading in Asia and Australia, before recovering slightly as European traders came online. The Bank of England says it won't hesitate to raise interest rates by as much as needed to return inflation to the 2 percent target. Former deputy governor of the UK's central bank Sir John Gieve spoke to Cori...
Far right party wins Italian snap election
September 26, 2022 18:38 - 5 minutes - 5.07 MBItaly's snap elections have resulted in victory for the far right and for Brothers of Italy leader Giorgia Meloni. Meloni's party secured 26 per cent of the vote, setting her on course to become Italy's first female Prime Minister. But with Brothers of Italy tracing its roots to the neo-fascist Italian Social Movement, the victory may be met with alarm by much of Europe. Italy correspondent Davide Lerner spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Schools warning 2022 worst year of pandemic
September 26, 2022 18:25 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBSchools have hit the final week of the third term and secondary principals are warning that this year is shaping up to be the worst of the pandemic. They say two-and-a-half years of Covid-19 disruption has left many teenagers short of both the motivation and the credits they need get their NCEA qualifications. Their warning comes just weeks after the government announced a $20 million package to provide extra teaching and tutoring. Education correspondent John Gerritsen filed this report...
NASA set to smash spacecraft into an asteroid
September 26, 2022 18:20 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBNASA is taking a crash course in defending Earth against a killer asteroid- literally. We've seen how Hollywood does it, but it's now NASA's turn to test how to deflect an asteroid - for real - by slamming a spacecraft into it. The DART mission probe was launched in November towards an asteroid called Didymos and its small moon, Dimorphos. On Tuesday, at 12.14pm NZT, they will finally collide, 11-million kilometres away from Earth. NASA's Co-Investigator on the Impact Working Group Team,...
Health authorities warned about poor radiology scan reporting
September 26, 2022 18:15 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MBHealth authorities have been told poor reporting of radiology scans throughout the lower half of the North Island is endangering people's lives. A new internal report to Health NZ lists four frequent failures it says could lead to 'patient death or a life-changing delay to treatment'. In it, radiologists describe how they are often not seeing all the body parts that have been scanned - so could miss a patient's cancer. They say the missing information, delays and other failings have pers...
Situation around New Zealand dollar's strength volatile - Grant Robertson
September 26, 2022 18:10 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBThe Finance Minister says the situation around the New Zealand dollar remains volatile, with much of the impact stemming back to the strength of the US dollar. The Kiwi took further hits overnight, and is near 13 year lows. Grant Robertson told Morning Report that there are factors that New Zealand can control, and some it can't. Mr Robertson says a lower dollar will mean the price of imported goods can go up and put pressure on inflation - but some of the supply chain issues, such as ...
Business News for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:57 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBBussiness news for 27 September 2022
New Zealand Memorial service held for Queen Elizbeth II
September 26, 2022 17:47 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBAn emotional memorial service was held at Wellington Cathedral of St Paul yesterday, as New Zealand officially commemorated the death of Queen Elizabeth. Across the road, on Parliament's lawn, a large crowd gathered to pay their respects and watch the ceremony on big screens. Political reporter Giles Dexter was there.
New Zealand dollar sliding against US
September 26, 2022 17:41 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MBThe New Zealand dollar continues its slide as currency values around the world continue to drop. It has already fallen 16 per cent in the past six months against the US dollar and has continued its downward trend today. ASB chief economist Nick Tuffley spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Early Sports News for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:35 - 3 minutes - 2.78 MBA brief update from the RNZ sports team.
Morning Rural News for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:27 - 3 minutes - 3.39 MBNews from the rural and farming sector.
Early Business News for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.26 MBA brief update from the business sector.
Property agencies breaking privacy laws with questions for renters
September 26, 2022 17:16 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBSome property agencies are breaking privacy laws by asking potential renters for intrusive and unnecessary personal information. A Consumer New Zealand investigation has found that young people looking for a flat are being asked about their religion, and marital status and to show their bank statements. Consumer New Zealand chief executive Jon Duffy spoke to Corin Dann.
British pound tanks after biggest tax cuts in 50 years
September 26, 2022 17:10 - 5 minutes - 4.62 MBThe British pound has fallen to a record low against the US-dollar as markets react to the UK's biggest tax cuts in 50 years. The sterling fell close to $1.03 early on Monday before regaining some ground to stand at $1.06 The pound, and the euro, also plummeted in early Asia trade. The Bank of England says it won't hesitate to raise interest rates by as much as needed to return inflation to the 2 percent target. Global financial services firm Ebury head of market strategy Matthew Ryan sp...
At least 13 dead after gun attack at Russian school
September 26, 2022 17:10 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MBA gunman has opened fire at a school in Russia, killing at least 15 people, 11 of them children. At least 24 others were injured in the incident in the city of Izhevsk, before the shooter turned the gun on himself. Sergei Goryashko from BBC Russia spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Sports News for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:06 - 58 seconds - 917 KBSport News for 27 September 2022
Sports News for 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:06 - 58 seconds - 917 KBSport News for 27 September 2022
Top Stories for Tuesday 27 September 2022
September 26, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBTop stories this morning. The New Zealand dollar continues to slide - we'll speak to Finance Minister Grant Robertson about what that means for inflation Health authorities are told some lives are being endangered by poor reporting of radiology scans School principals are warning this year is shaping up to be the worst of the pandemic. It's not Armageddon, but NASA will today attempt to change the course of an asteroid And Burrito the poodle has been found after being missing more than a...
Political editors panel: Sam Uffindell report released to National Party
September 22, 2022 20:45 - 10 minutes - 9.79 MBIt's time now for the Friday feature on Morning Report in which we dissect, discuss and analyse the political stories of the week. They might be big issues, they might be small, nothing is off limits in the next ten minutes. RNZ political editor Jane Patterson, and New Zealand Herald Political Editor Claire Trevett.
Heavyweight bidders line up for photojournalism charity auction
September 22, 2022 20:41 - 3 minutes - 3.05 MBHeavyweight bidders have been manoeuvring behind the scenes ahead of a charity auction of more than 100 examples of New Zealand's finest photo-journalism. Major corporates and even representatives of the Kīngitanga have made approaches about the images - depicting many iconic moments in the history of Aotearoa. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more
All Whites facing Australia on Sunday
September 22, 2022 20:37 - 4 minutes - 3.76 MBOne hundred years on from the first international football match between New Zealand and Australia, and more than a decade since their last encounter, two matches serve to break the dry spell between the trans-Tasman rivals. The first of the matches was held in Brisbane last night, with Australia winning one-nil thanks to a wonder goal from Awer Mabil. A second game will kick off at Eden Park on Sunday afternoon, the first home game for New Zealand in five years. Former All White and cur...
Market Update for 23 September 2022
September 22, 2022 20:29 - 1 minute - 1.33 MBBusiness update for 23 September 2022
Public health expert wants overhaul of chicken regulation
September 22, 2022 20:26 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBIt's one of our cheapest meats, but chicken comes with a unpleasant risk for the unwary. Poultry is thought to be responsible for more than 80 percent of campylobacter infections and a public health expert is calling for an overhaul of how it's regulated. Here's Farah Hancock with the story.
Wellington student on why she's taking part in climate strike
September 22, 2022 20:23 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBToday Aotearoa will be the first country in the world to kick off a Global Climate Strike led by Fridays For Future. Simultaneous protests, marches and rallies are being held in the main centres to draw attention to climate change and demand action from leaders. In Wellington a rally is being held at parliament, year 12 student and spokesperson for School Strike for Climate Wellington Izzy Cook is one of the attendees. She spoke to Morning Report.
Thirty years since Sealord deal signing
September 22, 2022 20:20 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBThirty years ago today, one of the first major treaty settlements was signed, guaranteeing Māori commercial fishing rights. Those who were there and current leaders got together yesterday to take stock of the Sealord Deal, and what has become a billion dollar industry. But with the growing pressures of climate change and overfishing big challenges lie ahead. Here's Māori news reporter Jamie Tahana.
Whakaari may have erupted again, but scientists don't know
September 22, 2022 20:15 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MBWhakaari - or White Island may have erupted again but faulty monitoring equipment meant it wasn't confirmed. This follows large plumes of white steam, which reached a height of about 600 metres being seen above the island from as far away as the Papamoa hills. GNS science volcanologist Steven Sherburn spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Russia's war eclipses climate crisis at UN assembly
September 22, 2022 20:15 - 2 minutes - 2.75 MBPrime Minister Jacinda Ardern has just spoken to media after another busy day at the United Nations general assembly. Her schedule changed after Russia's war on Ukraine eclipsed other existential threats on the agenda such as the climate crisis. She skipped the global launch of the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent, but managed to meet with the president of Chile and the UN secretary-general. Deputy political editor Craig McCulloch spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Twelve thousand cows to be culled from NZ feedlot
September 22, 2022 19:55 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBAbout 12,000 cows on New Zealand's largest feedlot are set to be culled from mid-October. Mycoplasma bovis was first detected on the Five Star Beef feedlot in Ashburton about four years ago. Now the operation has until January to quote "depopulate", while 14 nearby farms also need to commence culling or ramp up testing for the disease. Mid-Canterbury Federated Farmers president David Acland spoke to Susie Ferguson.
Police collecting licence plate photos from CCTV
September 22, 2022 19:50 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MBThe police have positioned themselves at the centre of a spreading web of surveillance cameras run by two private companies. They can tap into footage from hundreds if not thousands of cameras that are continuously reading car number plates. In addition, they have spent years helping develop a private platform of almost 5000 CCTV cameras. The police have just issued new rules that massively extend how long they can keep the number plate footage for. Reporter Phil Pennington is looking in...
Events on to mark passing of Queen Elizabeth II
September 22, 2022 19:45 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBMany events are being held on Monday to mark the life and passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Included in the one-off public holiday is a national minute of silence at two in the afternoon. Cafes, bars and retailers can open, but staff will need to be paid according to the rules for working on a public holiday. Anyone who wants to raise a glass in honour of the Queen's 70 year reign can still do so as there won't be any restrictions on the sale of alcohol. Speaking of which the late Queen app...
Man who died after reaction to Covid-19 vaccine should have been informed of risk - parents
September 22, 2022 19:39 - 6 minutes - 6.22 MBThe parents of Dunedin plumber Rory Nairn say their son was failed by health authorities. A coroner this week ruled the 26-year-old died in November last year as a result of myocarditis caused by the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine. The inquest heard that the pharmacist who vaccinated him wasn't aware of the risks of myocarditis and never warned him. Brett and Chris Nairn have spoken out for the first time about what happened to their son. They say the death of a woman in August last year from m...
All Blacks have chance to collect second trophy
September 22, 2022 19:35 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBDespite all their struggles this year, the All Blacks have the chance to collect a second trophy for 2022 when they host Australia in Auckland tomorrow night. The Eden Park clash will help determine who wraps up Rugby Championship honours. It also comes with the added spice of the All Blacks controversial win in last week's dramatic first Bledisloe Cup test in Melbourne. Clay Wilson reports.
Strong earthquake rattles Wellington
September 22, 2022 19:30 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MBA strong 5.8 earthquake rattled the top of the South Island, and lower North Island last night. The quake was centred about thirty kilometres north-east of French Pass, about 50 kilometres deep and was felt by about 45,000 people across New Zealand. Residents at the top of the South Island are worried the earthquake might cause more landslides. GeoNet's John Ristau spoke to Susie Ferguson.
Russians in NZ terrified for families back home
September 22, 2022 19:25 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBRussians here are terrified for their families back home. President Vladimir Putin's call for thousands of extra troops to fight in Ukraine has sparked panic as people scramble to get out of the country. Among those is Nadia Dikareva's brother, a politician in Russia who has been vocally opposed to Putin's regime. It won't be easy for him to leave. Dikareva spoke to Guyon Espiner.
Russian Ambassador must be expelled - National
September 22, 2022 19:19 - 4 minutes - 4.06 MBMore than 1000 protestors have been arrested across Russia following President Vladimir Putin's "mobilisation" announcement. The order for 300,000 more Russian's with military experience to be conscripted has sparked large protests across the country. Reports have been made that some protestors were given draft papers but that has been denied by the Kremlin. The National Party is again calling for the expulsion of the Russian ambassador Georgy Zuev, saying it's long overdue. National Pa...
Business News for 23 September 2022
September 22, 2022 18:57 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBBussiness news for 23 September 2022
Getting a taste of a job through VR
September 22, 2022 18:52 - 3 minutes - 3.25 MBIf you've ever wanted to try out driving a forklift or being a kiwifruit picker before signing onto the job, then this story is for you. The Ministry of Social Development is giving those on the jobseeker benefit a taste of work through virtual reality. MSD's Industry Partnerships team spokesperson Nicola Anderson spoke to Guyon Espiner.
David Seymour stokes fire against housing rules in Christchurch
September 22, 2022 18:48 - 2 minutes - 2.56 MBChristchurch is fighting back against the government's new rules for housing density and the Act party leader David Seymour was happy to stoke the fire at a public meeting last night. Adam Burns went along.
NZ positioning self to expel Russian Ambassador
September 22, 2022 18:42 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBNew Zealand is positioning itself to expel its Russian Ambassador, as the illegal invasion of Ukraine ratchets up. Vladimir Putin has repeated his threats of nuclear war and announced plans to hold referendums in occupied territory on becoming part of Russia. The Government here is now actively considering expelling Russian Ambassador Georgy Zuev - a move the Opposition says is long overdue. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more.
Sports News for 23 September 2022
September 22, 2022 18:40 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBThe Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua is keen to move on from the shambolic series against Jamaica.
Sports News for 23 September 2022
September 22, 2022 18:40 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBThe Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua is keen to move on from the shambolic series against Jamaica.
Morning Rural News for 23 September 2022
September 22, 2022 18:22 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBNews from the rural and farming sector.
Early Business News for 23 September 2022
September 22, 2022 18:20 - 2 minutes - 2.09 MBA brief update from the business sector.