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Number of Tui spotted in Canterbury triples over past decade
May 08, 2024 20:27 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MBWhile bird numbers have only slightly risen in other parts of the country, Canterbury had a significant surge in tui populations, soaring up to 210 percent. Senior researcher and survey co-ordinator Dr Angela Brandt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Iwi leader optimistic govt will make changes to Fast Track bill
May 08, 2024 20:22 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MBAn iwi leader who led a hikoi of hundreds to Parliament on Wednesday is optimistic the government will make changes to the Fast Track Approvals Bill. Ngati Toa chief executive Helmut Modlik spoke to Corin Dann.
Preschool concerned over govt provided lunches
May 08, 2024 20:22 - 3 minutes - 3.11 MBAn Auckland preschool is worried that the government-provided lunches could lack in nutrition for children under five. Te Papapa Preschool in Onehunga has been getting lunch support from the charity KidsCan for years. The school's manager Liz Ferris spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Wellington City Councillors react to changes to housing density
May 08, 2024 20:17 - 2 minutes - 2.65 MBSome right-leaning Wellington City councillors are labelling the government's decision to back recommendations allowing for more high-density housing, as bizarre and surprising. Nick James reports.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis gives pre-budget speech
May 08, 2024 20:12 - 7 minutes - 7.02 MBFinance Minister Nicola Willis has given a pre-Budget speech Thursday morning to the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to Corin Dann.
Vic Uni offers scholarship for those made redundant in cuts
May 08, 2024 19:56 - 4 minutes - 3.84 MBA new scholarship from Victoria University, aptly named the 'Wellington Public Sector Scholarship', has been offered. It pays for two courses done in the second trimester of this year. Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington Vice Chancellor Nic Smith spoke to Corin Dann.
Former teachers working at Ministry of Education angry teaching service isn't considered for redundancies
May 08, 2024 19:50 - 2 minutes - 2.51 MBFormer teachers working at the Ministry of Education are angry it's refusing to count their years of teaching service when calculating redundancies. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
NZ's supply of natural gas is shrinking
May 08, 2024 19:45 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MBNew Zealand's supply of natural gas is shrinking, and the country will need to fire up its coal imports to make up for the shortfall. Enerlytica energy analyst John Kidd spoke to Corin Dann.
US pauses weapon exports to Israel
May 08, 2024 19:37 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBThe United States has paused weapons imports to Israel in opposition to apparent moves to invade the Gazan city of Rafah. Middle East correspondent Don Macintyre spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Examining the charity behind the 'Win A House' raffle
May 08, 2024 19:25 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBIf you've been driving on Auckland's Southern motorway, you may have seen a large billboard with the offer - Win A House! The raffle offers its winner a $2.5 million home, a brand new Tesla, $50,000 of furniture, and a secret mystery prize. Morning Report producer Katie Fitzgerald.
School lunch programme extended into early childhood centres
May 08, 2024 19:22 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBPre-schoolers are the big winners from the government's overhaul of funding school lunches. In a major u-turn the government says free lunches will remain for eligible primary students for the next two-and-a-half years. Kate Green reports.
Coalition forges ahead with fast-track agenda in face of fierce protest
May 08, 2024 19:14 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBThe Government is pushing ahead with its agenda to fast-track major projects in the face of fierce protest both inside and outside Parliament. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more.
Cost of doctors working overtime skyrockets
May 08, 2024 19:10 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBJunior doctors who have been striking this week are getting paid about twice as much per hour as before 2022. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 9 May 2024
May 08, 2024 19:05 - 1 minute - 1020 KBThe Crusaders are treating this weekend's southern derby as a must win with their playoff hopes rapidly dwindling.
Sports News for 9 May 2024
May 08, 2024 19:05 - 1 minute - 1020 KBThe Crusaders are treating this weekend's southern derby as a must win with their playoff hopes rapidly dwindling.
Jobs could go as government rolls out new school lunch model
May 08, 2024 18:44 - 5 minutes - 5.13 MBThe Government says it will order what schools need from a central source rather than relying on the current 156 school lunch suppliers. Jak's Café makes 240 meals per day for two schools in the Coromandel region. Owner Jan Caris spoke to Corin Dann.
Early Sports Chat for 9 May 2024
May 08, 2024 18:39 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 9 May 2024
May 08, 2024 18:28 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 9 May 2024
May 08, 2024 18:20 - 1 minute - 1.46 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
DOC proposes to half number of Chatham Islands staff
May 08, 2024 18:09 - 4 minutes - 3.67 MBAn ecologist is worried about the state of important conservation work with DOC proposing to halve the number of staff working on the Chatham Islands. Otago University ecologist Travis Ingram spoke to Corin Dann.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 8 May
May 07, 2024 22:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBOn today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins discusses MP behaviour and Corrections funding, Genesis Energy is to resume importing coal, Resource Minister Shane Jones joins us, a Te Pāti Māori MP is facing backlash across the political spectrum for using inflammatory language in the House, MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi joins us, and the Eurovision song competition is underway, we get the latest from Sweden form journalist Callum Rowe.
Endangered short-tailed bats recorded in Wellington
May 07, 2024 20:55 - 2 minutes - 2.13 MBCritically endangered short-tailed bats have been recorded in the Wellington region for the first time in more than seven years. Auckland Council Senior Conservation Adviser, and bat advocate, Ben Paris spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Communities say managed retreat 'long overdue'
May 07, 2024 20:52 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBCommunities at risk from climate change hazards say a national plan for how to move them out of harm's way is long overdue. Kate Newton reports.
Popular payment method may be putting customers at risk
May 07, 2024 20:47 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MBA popular payment method used by some big organisations may be putting customers at financial risk. Consumer investigative writer Ruairí O'Shea spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Person dead after house fire at Burnham military camp
May 07, 2024 20:44 - 2 minutes - 1.99 MBOne person has died following a house fire at the Burnham military camp in Canterbury. Reporter Anna Sargant spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Ponsonby shooter allegedly found dead in Taupō
May 07, 2024 20:40 - 2 minutes - 2.32 MBRNZ understands the man sought after the fatal Ponsonby shooting has been found dead in the Central North Island. Reporter Maia Ingoe spoke to Corin Dann.
Sports Chat for 8 May 2024
May 07, 2024 20:35 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
PSA union says NIWA staff 'on edge' over redundancies
May 07, 2024 20:27 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBA public service union leader says staff at one government organisation are constantly on edge because of their employer's approach to redundancy. Public Service Association's assistant secretary Fleur Fitzsimons spoke to Corin Dann.
Court in Whangarei hears evidence from survivors of Enchanter
May 07, 2024 20:17 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBA court in Whangarei has heard harrowing evidence from survivors of the fishing boat Enchanter which capsized in horrendous weather resulting in five deaths. Reporter Peter de Graaf spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Labour leader Chris Hipkins on MP behaviour
May 07, 2024 20:13 - 6 minutes - 5.65 MBOver at Parliament, the last seven days have been peppered with calls of bad behaviour in the House. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith on inquiry into errors in last year's election
May 07, 2024 19:50 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MBThe Justice Minister is signalling an end to voters' ability to enrol on election day. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith spoke to Corin Dann.
Experts say university campuses are increasingly polarised
May 07, 2024 19:40 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBExperts say university campuses are increasingly polarised - with academics fearful of speaking out and university leaders trying to protect staff from internet trolls. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.
Genesis Energy to resume importing coal
May 07, 2024 19:30 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBGenesis Energy has announced on Wednesday morning it will resume importing coal, with gas supply falling faster than projected. Resource Minister Shane Jones spoke to Corin Dann.
Te Pāti Māori face backlash over inflammatory language
May 07, 2024 19:22 - 6 minutes - 5.75 MBA Te Pāti Māori MP is facing backlash across the political spectrum for using inflammatory language in the House. MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Frustration over wait times for passports
May 07, 2024 19:15 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MBFrustration is growing with the Department of Internal Affairs over long wait times for passports and citizenship applications. Gill Bonnett reports.
Chief Electoral Officer Karl Le Quesne on inquiry into election results
May 07, 2024 19:10 - 4 minutes - 3.88 MBThe Auditor General yesterday released his inquiry into errors with the final result of last year's general election. Chief Electoral Officer Karl Le Quesne spoke to Corin Dann.
Sports News for 8 May 2024
May 07, 2024 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.08 MBCanterbury golfer Kazuma Kobori will line up in the PGA Championship next week after receiving a special invite.
Sports News for 8 May 2024
May 07, 2024 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.08 MBCanterbury golfer Kazuma Kobori will line up in the PGA Championship next week after receiving a special invite.
Maritime Union on Port of Auckland agreement with council
May 07, 2024 18:52 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBThe Maritime Union says a signed agreement keeping the Port of Auckland in council ownership is a victory for the people of the city and for transparency. The Maritime Union's Auckland secretary Grant Williams spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Te Pati Maori criticised for language in the House
May 07, 2024 18:45 - 2 minutes - 2.52 MBPolitical parties have roundly criticised Te Pati Maori for using words like 'extermination' and 'white supremacy' in the House. Political reporter Anneke Smith has more.
Morning Rural News for 8 May 2024
May 07, 2024 18:44 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Sports Chat for 8 May 2024
May 07, 2024 18:38 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Chathams Island Mayor on stakeholder forum
May 07, 2024 18:19 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MBMP Julie Anne Genter is making her first public appearance after a heated altercation with National MP Matt Doocey last week. Genter is attending the Chatham Islands Stakeholder Forum, as the region is a part of the Wellington electorate of Rongotai she represents. Chatham Islands Mayor Monique Croon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 7 May
May 06, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBOn today's episode, we hear from Prime Minister Christopher Luxon about the $1.9 billion promised for corrections, and we get reaction from former prisoner and penal reform campaigner Cosmo Jeffery, economist Cameron Bagrie questions the Government's planned tax cuts after a survey from the OECD, Resident Doctors Association senior advocate Melissa Dobbyn discusses the junior doctors' strike, and we hear from two post-grad students who are about to take-up internships with NASA.
Consumer NZ reveals NZ's favourite cars
May 06, 2024 20:55 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBConsumer NZ surveyed over 8,000 New Zealanders about 72 different models to assess reliability and owner satisfaction. Consumer product test manager James le Page spoke to Morning Report.
NZ post-grad students awarded NASA internships
May 06, 2024 20:53 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBSix post-graduate students were awarded New Zealand Space Scholarships last night in Wellington, allowing them to take up three-month internships with NASA. Alexandra McKendry, of the University of Canterbury and Grace Jacobs Corban, from Victoria University spoke to Corin Dann.
New study shows at-risk children slipping through cracks
May 06, 2024 20:45 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MBThe Otago University research shows referrals from support organisations requesting intervention from Oranga Tamariki are being left unopened, with carers sometimes spending hours on the phone to reach a social worker. Associate professor Emily Keddell is the lead author of the study and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.