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Morning Rural News for 5 June 2024
June 04, 2024 18:27 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 5 June 2024
June 04, 2024 18:25 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
PSA taking legal action against Ministry of Education
June 04, 2024 18:12 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBThe Public Service Association is taking legal action against the Ministry of Education, with the union saying the Ministry is not complying with its collective agreement when making job cuts. PSA assistant secretary Fleur Fitzsimons spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 5 June 2024
June 04, 2024 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.15 MBDefending champion Novak Djokovic pulled out of the French Open ahead of this morning's quarter-final against Casper Ruud.
Sports News for 5 June 2024
June 04, 2024 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.15 MBDefending champion Novak Djokovic pulled out of the French Open ahead of this morning's quarter-final against Casper Ruud.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 4 June
June 03, 2024 22:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBOn today's episode, we hear from the Prime Minister Christopher Luxon after the Finance Minister says the Government will keep its promise to fund more cancer treatments, Police estimate the cost of alcohol harm to be close to $8b dollars a year - but they deploy less than one percent of their staff on reducing its harm, Theresa Gattung, the former chief executive of Telecom and current patron of My Food Bag, is one of the country's new Dame Companions, we hear from the organiser of a Ch...
Cheese roll making workshop uncovers secrets of perfect roll
June 03, 2024 20:50 - 4 minutes - 3.72 MBThe secrets behind the cheese roll were revealed to those who attended a Cheese Roll Making Workshop last week at the Gore Town and Country Club. Organiser was Annabel Roy spoke to Charlotte Cook.
NZ's largest board game convention in Wellington
June 03, 2024 20:40 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MBNew Zealand's largest boardgaming convention took place in Wellington over the weekend, where you can play, trade and buy games. Wellycon chair Ceedee Doyle spoke to Morning Report.
Sports Chat for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 20:34 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 20:29 - 2 minutes - 2.39 MBMarket Update for 4 June 2024
Theresa Gattung recognised in King's Birthday Honours list
June 03, 2024 20:21 - 6 minutes - 5.51 MBTheresa Gattung, the former chief executive of Telecom and current patron of My Food Bag, is one of the country's new Dame Companions. Dame Theresa spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
NZ's largest citizen science project completed
June 03, 2024 20:18 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBAfter five years, country's largest citizen science project to map the distribution and abundance of New Zealand birds has been completed. Coordinator Dan Burgin spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Switching from gas to electricity easier said than done
June 03, 2024 20:16 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MBElectric homes are cheaper to run, but it's not always easy to switch from gas appliances. Climate Change Correspondent Eloise Gibson reports.
A third of NZ's quake prone school buildings built in past 20 years
June 03, 2024 20:10 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBA third of the country's 27 quake-prone school buildings were built in the past 20 years and include almost an entire Auckland secondary school. Education correspondent John Gerritsen spoke to Charlotte Cook.
PM Luxon on funding promised cancer drugs
June 03, 2024 19:53 - 6 minutes - 5.52 MBThe Finance Minister says the government will keep its promise to fund more cancer treatments. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Upsurge of anti-social behaviour in New Plymouth CBD
June 03, 2024 19:49 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBIt's not only the big cities dealing with an upsurge in street crime ranging from knife-fights organised on social media to brawling in the streets, New Plymouth locals worry crime is on the rise there too. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more.
Mild winter on the cards as NIWA releases outlook
June 03, 2024 19:44 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBAfter a chilly May, the country may be in for a milder winter. NIWA has released its seasonal climate outlook for June to August. NIWA's principal scientist for forecasting Chris Brandolino spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Selwyn district fastest growing region in New Zealand
June 03, 2024 19:40 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBCanterbury's Selwyn district has been crowned the country's fastest growing region in the latest census data. Niva Chittock reports.
Panel to look into future of local government
June 03, 2024 19:36 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBA new panel has been charged with looking at the future of local government and electoral system reforms that might appeal more to voters. The panel will be led by Nelson Mayor and former National Party MP Nick Smith. He spoke to Charlotte Cook.
PM Luxon to take first trip to Pacific
June 03, 2024 19:28 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBThe Prime Minister is about to head on his first trip to the Pacific, with Niue and Fiji on the itinerary. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Horowhenua mayor says behaviour at car meet 'disgraceful'
June 03, 2024 19:24 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBHorowhenua's mayor is appalled by the behaviour of people at a car meet in Levin that descended into chaos on Saturday night. Mayor Bernie Wanden spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Trump set to be sentenced on July 11 after guilty verdict
June 03, 2024 19:21 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBDonald Trump is due to be sentenced on the 11th of July, four days before Republicans formally choose their nominee to face Democratic President Joe Biden in November's election. US correspondent Mitch McCann spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Cost of alcohol harm close to $8 billion: Police
June 03, 2024 19:15 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBPolice estimate the cost of alcohol harm to be close to $8b dollars a year - but they deploy less than one percent of their staff on reducing its harm. Guyon Espiner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
ACC levies may need to be increased to cover costs
June 03, 2024 19:09 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBACC levies may need to be increased significantly to cover soaring costs the organisation is facing. Ben Strang spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Sports News for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.13 MBTop seed Novak Djokovic was pushed to five sets before beating Argentinian Francisco Sirendolo in the fourth round of the French Open.
Sports News for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 19:06 - 1 minute - 1.13 MBTop seed Novak Djokovic was pushed to five sets before beating Argentinian Francisco Sirendolo in the fourth round of the French Open.
Business News for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 18:55 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBBusiness news for 4 June 2024.
Warkworth waste issues slowing development
June 03, 2024 18:47 - 2 minutes - 2.72 MBThe North Auckland town of Warkworth has been tagged as a future satellite city for Auckland - but infrastructure problems are slowing its development. Melanie Earley reports.
Blood service workers strike over pay
June 03, 2024 18:45 - 2 minutes - 2.75 MBAlmost 300 blood service workers have walked off the job again on Tuesday to call for pay parity with their Te Whatu Ora colleagues. Apex union lab workers president Bryan Raill spoke to Charlotte Cook.
Early Sports Chat for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 18:40 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 18:27 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 18:20 - 1 minute - 1.55 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
India to start counting votes after general election
June 03, 2024 18:17 - 4 minutes - 3.93 MBThe Indian Election Commission says 642 million people voted in the parliamentary election; its chief commissioner says that's a world record. India correspondent Ishan Garg spoke to Charlote Cook.
Report shows house prices around the country stay stable
June 03, 2024 18:14 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBA property expert says now could be a good time to buy or sell with house prices remaining stable and a high number of houses for sale around the country. Realestate.co.nz chief executive Sarah Wood spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports News for 4 June 2024
June 03, 2024 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.15 MBDaniil Medvedev has become the highest seed to fall in the French Open with the fifth seed losing to Australian Alex de Minaur in the men's fourth round.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 31 May
May 30, 2024 22:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBOn today's episode, the Finance Minister Nicola Willis is defending the Government's Budget - saying the tax relief upholds her pledge on the campaign trail, while the Labour party is critical of the Budget, a plane slid of the run way at Christchurch airport, we speak to a passenger on the flight, Nathan Rarere updates us on the world of dog trials, we cross the Tasman to hear from Kerry-Anne Walsh, and the Beths have triumphed once again at the Aotearoa Music Awards.
Jury reaches verdict in Trump trial
May 30, 2024 20:50 - 2 minutes - 2.41 MBThe jury in the Donald Trump trial has reached a verdict. AP's Philip Crowther spoke to Corin Dann from outside the courthouse.
Market Update for 31 May 2024
May 30, 2024 20:40 - 2 minutes - 2.32 MBMarket Update for 31 May 2024
Sports Chat for 31 May 2024
May 30, 2024 20:35 - 4 minutes - 3.89 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Plane slides off runway at Christchurch airport
May 30, 2024 20:26 - 2 minutes - 2.35 MBPolice have confirmed they have been notified of an aircraft sliding off a runway in Christchurch on arrival. Freelance Journalist Diana Clement spoke to Corin Dann.
Political panel budget special
May 30, 2024 20:24 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBAnalysis of Thursday's budget from RNZ's Political Editor Jo Moir and Business Editor Gyles Beckford.
Large protests around the country as Government delivers budget
May 30, 2024 20:20 - 6 minutes - 5.73 MBTens of thousands of people took to the streets on Thursday, protesting against the Government as it prepared to deliver its Budget. Lady Tureiti Moxon spoke to Corin Dann.
Tax expert on Government's promised tax relief in Budget
May 30, 2024 20:12 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBA tax expert says the budget hasn't really included tax relief - despite the Government saying it has. Tax expert Geof Nightingale spoke to Corin Dann.
Labour slams Government's Budget
May 30, 2024 20:11 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBThe Labour Party is slamming the government's Budget as fiscally irresponsible, saying the Government is borrowing to pay for tax cuts. Labour's finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Proposal to revamp NZ Rugby governance fails
May 30, 2024 19:53 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBA proposal to revamp New Zealand Rugby's governance structure, backed by the NZ Rugby Players' Association and the NZ Māori Rugby Board received only 31 votes in favour while 59 were opposed. New Zealand Rugby Players Association's Rob Nichol spoke to Corin Dann.
NZ First donor wants Fast Track legislation to free up land to quarry
May 30, 2024 19:46 - 5 minutes - 4.59 MBAn NZ First donor wants Fast Track legislation to free up permanently protected land for quarrying. RNZ In Depth's Farah Hancock spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Business NZ welcomes rise in infrastructure spending in budget
May 30, 2024 19:40 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MBBusiness NZ is welcoming a rise in spending on infrastructure, saying it has the potential to improve economic growth. Business NZ chief executive Kirk Hope spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
CTU on tax relief in this year's budget
May 30, 2024 19:36 - 5 minutes - 5.21 MBThe Council of Trade Unions says tax and spending cuts have been favoured over what New Zealanders need in this year's Budget. CTU head economist Craig Renney spoke to Corin Dann.
Second day of deliberations in Trump hush money trial
May 30, 2024 19:22 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MBA second day of deliberations in Donald Trump's criminal hush money trial are underway. AP's Philip Crowther spoke to Corin Dann from outside the Manhattan Courthouse.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis on the Government Budget
May 30, 2024 19:14 - 7 minutes - 6.93 MBThe Finance Minister Nicola Willis is defending the Government's Budget - saying the tax relief upholds her pledge on the campaign trail. Willis spoke to Corin Dann.