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APEC Summit kicks off in San Francisco
November 15, 2023 17:43 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBThe annual APEC - or Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation group - Summit has kicked off in San Francisco. It's an opportunity for leaders from 21 member states to meet and talk about trade, security and sustainable growth. Labour's Damien O'Connor is there representing Aotearoa while coalition negotiations continue between National, ACT and New Zealand First. RNZ business editor Gyles Beckford spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from San Francisco.
Sports Chat for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 17:39 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 17:26 - 4 minutes - 3.83 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Early Business News for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 17:25 - 1 minute - 1.21 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
Scheme to send asylum seekers to Rwanda unlawful UK Supreme court rules
November 15, 2023 17:19 - 5 minutes - 4.78 MBThe UK Supreme Court has upheld a ruling by the Court of Appeal that found that a scheme to send asylum seekers to Rwanda is unlawful. In a unanimous decision, the country's most powerful court rejected arguments from the Conservative government that Rwanda had given them clear and trustworthy diplomatic assurances about the safety of migrants sent to the central African nation. Refoulement, in this context, is the process of genuine refugees being sent back to the countries from which t...
Israel continues raid on Al-Shifa hospital
November 15, 2023 17:14 - 4 minutes - 4.04 MBThe first fuel truck to enter the Gaza Strip since the conflict began has passed through the Rafah crossing from Egypt. Its cargo will be used to refuel UN vehicles, but won't be given to hospitals - many of which have been forced to close due to fuel shortages. Israel has blocked deliveries for weeks, saying the fuel could be stolen by Hamas. The UN says the fuel being carried in the truck allowed through is less than a tenth of it's daily operational needs in Gaza. Meanwhile Israel is ...
Sports News for 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBThe Black Caps' run at the Cricket World Cup has come to an end following a 70 run loss to hosts India in their semi-final this morning in Wankhede.
Top Stories for Thursday 16 November 2023
November 15, 2023 17:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBTop stories for 16 November 2023 More than a hundred Israeli soldiers are searching Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital... building by building. US President Joe Biden is set to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the APEC Summit in San Francisco NZ falls short in its huge run chase in the Cricket World Cup semi final against India.
Christmas cake competition major draw at Canterbury Show
November 14, 2023 19:53 - 5 minutes - 5.16 MBExhibitors and visitors are warming up for three days of show-jumping, woodchopping and dog trials as the New Zealand Agricultural Show marks its 160th anniversary. The Canterbury show is hoping to overtake last year's record-breaking attendance numbers, with over a 100,000 people coming along. The Canterbury A&P Association president Anne Rogers and the show's Christmas Cake competition convenor and passionate Christmas cake baker Christine Beaton spoke to Corin Dann and Ingrid Hipkiss....
New strategy in Hastings reduces number in emergency accommodation
November 14, 2023 19:49 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBEvery day, thousands of people across the motu are struggling to secure a stable home. But in Hastings, a new housing strategy has made a massive dent in the number of households living in emergency accommodation - it's dropped almost 70 percent in the last 18 months alone. Lauren Crimp looks at what's behind the welcome decline.
Concerns over racial bias of new facial recognition technology used by Ministry of Social Justice
November 14, 2023 19:44 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBThe Ministry of Social Development begins a roll out next week despite an "untested risk" around racial bias. AI researcher Joy Liddicoat says that's not good enough. Liddicoat spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Sports Chat for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 19:37 - 4 minutes - 3.96 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 19:30 - 1 minute - 1.02 MBMarket Update for 15 November 2023.
Thousands sit NCEA exams, but there are concerns over online system
November 14, 2023 19:27 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBThousands of high schoolers will sit their NCEA level two English and level one History exams Wednesday morning - but it's not just students feeling the pressure. A glitch in the system for school exams last week left thousands unable to log-in and complete their level one English exam online. It's a problem that's left educators feeling nervous only a couple of hours away from today's exams. Papatoetoe High School principal and president of the Secondary Principals' Association Vaughan ...
Former police district commander gives evidence at mosque inquest
November 14, 2023 19:23 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBA former police district commander says officers need more training so they can better respond to mass casualties like the 2019 Christchurch terror attacks. John Price has been giving evidence at the inquest into the killings. Reporter Niva Chittock was in court. [audio_play] Warning, this audio contains distressing details.
Cyclone Mal intensifies as it bears down on Fiji
November 14, 2023 19:21 - 3 minutes - 2.91 MBTropical Cyclone Mal is bearing down on Fiji, leading to power cuts and some flooding Tuesday night. MetService says the cyclone upgraded to a category 3 about midnight Tuesday, but things are starting to slow down. The strongest winds were recorded near the eye of the storm out in the open waters. So far, eight evacuation centres have been opened with about 300 evacuees staying there. Reporter Caleb Fotherington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown on introducing congestion charges
November 14, 2023 19:09 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBAuckland council will meet on Thursday to discuss whether to introduce congestion charges for Auckland's busiest roads. The so-called 'Time of Use Charge' would cost drivers between $3.50 to $5 per trip during peak times. Auckland mayor Wayne Brown spoke to Corin Dann.
Pūteketeke announced as winner of Bird of the Century
November 14, 2023 18:55 - 4 minutes - 4.54 MBIt has been weeks of twists and turns for the Bird of the Century campaign. With international attention, a record number of votes, and a delay in announcing the winner as votes were tallied. Morning Report can now reveal which bird has won. Ellen Rykers of Forest and Bird spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Black Caps take on India for a spot in the World Cup final
November 14, 2023 18:51 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBThe Black Caps take on India in Wednesday night's Cricket World Cup semi-final in Mumbai. India are hot favourites having have gone through the tournament unbeaten. While the Black Caps have had their ups and downs so far, they have the advantage over India at World Cups, winning five of the nine times the teams have met, including upsetting India in the semi-final four years ago in Manchester. Cricket fanatic and former president of the Wellington Indian Association Nanu Ranchod spoke t...
Online system for NCEA exams faces test as thousands log-in
November 14, 2023 18:47 - 3 minutes - 3.19 MBThe online system for school exams faces a test of its own Wednesday morning when thousands of teenagers try to log-in to the level two English exam. Teachers say it is critical there is no repeat of last week's failure when the Qualifications Authority stopped perhaps a couple of thousand students from joining the level one exam because the system wasn't coping with the volume of log-ins. That glitch came just a week after a similar problem with an online literacy and numeracy test. Edu...
New facial recognition technology rolled out by government despite racial bias concerns
November 14, 2023 18:40 - 5 minutes - 5.34 MBThe government begins the roll out of new facial recognition technology next week despite an "untested risk" around racial bias. No tests have been done for bias on New Zealand's unique population mix in the four years the new tech has been worked on. US testing raises more questions. Phil Pennington spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Canterbury A and P show begins
November 14, 2023 18:36 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBIt's all go at the Canterbury showgrounds Wednesday morning, as the gates open for the annual agricultural show. More than a 100,000 people came to last year's three-day event, and organisers are aiming to top that this year with kids getting in free for a second time. RNZ rural reporter Sally Murphy is at the showgrounds with Richard Lemon, an A&P show stalwart. Murphy spoke to Corin Dann.
Missing man Tom Phillips allegedly robbed superette in Piopio
November 14, 2023 18:28 - 2 minutes - 2.68 MBThe whereabouts of missing Marokopa man Tom Phillips and his three children continues to mystify. Police have released a video that they say shows the father trying to smash into a superette in the town of Piopio earlier this month. They believe the other heavily disguised person is one of his children. Phillips has been on the run for more than two years. Waitomo District mayor John Robertson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Auckland Council to discuss congestion charges
November 14, 2023 18:24 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MBAuckland council will meet on Thursday to discuss the introduction of congestion charges for some of Auckland's busiest roads. The so-called 'Time of Use Charge' would charge people using specific roads during peak-time travel. Mayor Wayne Brown has told media that it would cost about the same as a cup of coffee - around $5. He says it will take another two to three years for the charge to be introduced. Tracey Berkahn is council's group manager of Services and Performance. Berkahn spoke...
Luxon and Seymour to meet Peters in Auckland as talks continue
November 14, 2023 18:18 - 4 minutes - 4.56 MBIt's been back and forth for the leaders of National and ACT who are in Auckland Wednesday morning to meet with NZ First leader Winston Peters. Both Christopher Luxon and David Seymour were in Wellington on Tuesday with hopes of a three-way meeting. But by day's end, it was clear they had to fly back to Auckland for there to be a chance of in-person talks with Peters on forming a new government. RNZ political editor Jane Patterson spoke to Corin Dann.
Largest hospital in Gaza 'virtually a cemetery' says WHO
November 14, 2023 18:10 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MBThe World Health Organisation says Gaza's biggest hospital is "virtually a cemetery" with bodies piling up inside and out. A mass grave has been dug at Al Shifa Hospital and a doctor says there are now 200 bodies in total that have been buried in the hospital grounds. US President Joe Biden says Gaza's hospitals "must be protected", amid allegations from Israel that Hamas is using hospitals to coordinate attacks. Hamas denies that their fighters hide under hospitals, as do Gazan health o...
Sports News for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBThe Black Caps head into tonight's World Cup semi final against India with a clean slate and confident they can upstage the hosts in Mumbai, says skipper Kane Williamson.
Sports News for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 18:06 - 1 minute - 1.17 MBThe Black Caps head into tonight's World Cup semi final against India with a clean slate and confident they can upstage the hosts in Mumbai, says skipper Kane Williamson.
Business News for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 17:54 - 3 minutes - 3.11 MBBusiness news for 15 November 2023.
Brynderwyn Hills section of SH1 to close for repairs
November 14, 2023 17:51 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MBState Highway One over the Brynderwyn Hills, a vital passage linking Northland to the rest of the country, will fully close while damage done during Cyclone Gabrielle is repaired. Waka Kotahi says official closure dates and detour routes will be confirmed next month, working around key dates such as Waitangi Day and Easter. It's left business groups in the North frustrated at the lack of strong infrastructure, which they say is restricting the region's economic growth. Whangārei mayor Vi...
Volcanic eruption imminent in Iceland as town evacuated
November 14, 2023 17:44 - 4 minutes - 4.34 MBAfter saying volcanic activity had reduced on Tuesday, on Wednesday there has been a sudden second evacuation of the Icelandic town of Grindavik. The Icelandic Civil Protection Agency said they have detected sulfur gas, amid reports of a 15 kilometre "magma-filled crack" running across the country's southwest. Reykjavik correspondent Darren Adam spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Early Sports Chat for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 17:40 - 4 minutes - 3.74 MBAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning Rural News for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 17:28 - 4 minutes - 3.73 MBNews from the rural farming sector.
Poll shows majority want public transport discounts to stay
November 14, 2023 17:22 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MBPolling commissioned by a group advocating for cheaper public transport shows 71 percent of New Zealanders want the current discounts to stay. In this year's budget, the outgoing government made half-price fares permanent for Community Service Card holders and under 25-year-olds. It made travel free for children under 13. The National Party has indicated it will cancel the discounts under its tax plan. The Free Fares campaign is made up of student groups, councils, and unions, and has be...
Early Business News for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 17:20 - 1 minute - 1.31 MBLatest news from Radio New Zealand's business team.
US Congress to vote on bill to avoid government shutdown
November 14, 2023 17:17 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBThe US Congress is voting Tuesday morning on whether to approve a bill that would see the government avoiding a shutdown. The last time Congress tried to fund the government to prevent a shut down, it ended with the Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy losing his job. This time, new Speaker Mike Johnson appears on track for a better outcome as he introduces a stopgap package to keep the government running into the new year. BBC Senior North American reporter Anthony Zurcher spoke to Ingri...
Sports News for 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 17:06 - 1 minute - 1.25 MBFormer Black Caps skipper Ross Taylor maintains India will be "nervous" about playing New Zealand in tomorrow night's World Cup semi-final in Mumbai.
Top Stories for Wednesday 15 November 2023
November 14, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBTop stories for Wednesday 15 November: The World Health Organisation says Gaza's biggest hospital is "virtually a cemetery" with bodies piling up inside and outside its buildings. Coalition talks head back to Auckland, with a three way meeting expected later today in the city. More than two years on the run and fugitive Marokopa man Tom Phillips is still on the run
Huge surfboard and memorabilia collection up for sale in Tauranga
November 13, 2023 19:55 - 5 minutes - 4.71 MBA massive collection of classic surfboards and memorabilia is going up for sale in Tauranga. The collection, which is stored in an airport hangar, includes 130 longboards and short boards, skateboards, surfing posters, movies, diecast models and even wetsuits. Tauranga businessman Dusty Waddell says the collection, which at one point included around 800 surfboards, is valued at around $200,000 with pieces dating back to the 60s right through to the 80s. Grant Dyson, a spokesperson for Wa...
Thousands expected for 120th racing of NZ Trotting Cup in Christchurch
November 13, 2023 19:50 - 3 minutes - 3.29 MBThousands are expected at Addington Raceway on Tuesday for the New Zealand Trotting Cup. The harnessed-horse race is a big event on the Christchurch social calendar, and this year the New Zealand Cup is worth $750,000. The cup dates back to 1904, so this will be the 120th running of the race. Addington Raceway chief executive Brian Thompson spoke to Corin Dann.
Concerns raised as Te Whatu Ora axes gambling rehab programme
November 13, 2023 19:46 - 3 minutes - 3.33 MBAnti-gambling advocates are concerned that recovering gambling addicts could relapse or drop out of treatment if the Salvation Army's rehabilitation programme is axed. For more than three decades, The Salvation Army's Oasis programme has offered services to prevent gambling harm for more than 60,000 people. But last week, Te Whatu Ora told the charity its services are no longer required and that it is opting for a more specialised provider under a new contract. Rayssa Almeida has more.
'World-first' climate provision in free trade deal a step closer
November 13, 2023 19:42 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBNew Zealand could find itself in breach of a free trade deal with Europe if it walks back on meeting its climate target for 2030. The trade pact with the European Union includes a ground-breaking, enforceable promise for both parties to 'effectively implement' their 2030 promises under the Paris Agreement. Climate correspondent Eloise Gibson explains.
Businesses in Coromandel 'thrilled' over State Highway 25A reopening
November 13, 2023 19:38 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MBCoromandel businesses are thrilled State Highway 25A is opening before Christmas. The vital link to the region has been closed by a massive slip since January and is re-opening well ahead of schedule in time for the holiday season. But some fear not enough visitors will return to save their businesses. Andrea Johnson owns a restaurant in Pauanui and saw her revenue halve since the highway closure. Carole Williams owns a motor lodge in Pauanui and used her savings to keep her lodge open, ...
Market Update for 14 November 2023
November 13, 2023 19:31 - 1 minute - 1.24 MBMarket Update for 14 November 2023.
Foreign buyers tax major sticking point in government talks
November 13, 2023 19:24 - 7 minutes - 7.01 MBNational's plan to fund tax cuts through a tax on foreign home buyers is proving to be a major sticking point in coalition negotiations. New Zealand First voted for the foreign buyers ban while in coalition with Labour and is flatly opposed to partially rolling it back. That's a big problem for National, which plans to pay for tax cuts with the billions the party says the tax will raise. Michael Reddell is a former Reserve Bank economist and was critical of National's tax plan heading in...
Expert calls for protest laws to be reviewed
November 13, 2023 19:19 - 4 minutes - 4.24 MBA legal expert says New Zealand's protest laws need to be reviewed to make sure they're still fit for purpose. It comes as many countries grapple with how to deal with climate protestors fairly. New laws have been drafted in Britain to create specific offences for protest actions like obstructing major transport works or causing serious disruption by tunnelling. In New Zealand, protesters could face up to 14 years in jail for "endangering transport", which University of Waikato law Profe...
Questions over who will represent NZ at APEC summit
November 13, 2023 19:14 - 5 minutes - 4.84 MBWith incoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon saying it's "highly unlikely" he will attend the APEC summit in San Francisco this week, questions have arisen as to who will replace him. The two likely candidates are the caretaker Prime Minister Chris Hipkins or Damien O'Connor, who is already in San Francisco for trade talks. It looks increasingly likely that Chinese leader Xi Jinping will attend, alongside President Biden and other world leaders from the summit's 21 member nations, the ...
Pro-Palestine protestors throw paint at US consulate and MFAT
November 13, 2023 19:11 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MBRed paint has been thrown at the US consulate and Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Auckland. A group calling themselves Tamaki for Palestine says the paint symbolises the blood on US and New Zealand officials' hands following the death of thousands of people in Gaza. Auckland Reporter Felix Walton spoke to Corin Dann.
Paramedic wasn't sure if mosque was safe on arrival, inquest hears
November 13, 2023 18:54 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MBOne of the first paramedics at the Linwood Islamic Centre after the Christchurch terror attacks says he didn't know he was being driven to a mosque or that people were dead. Dale Muller told the inquest into the 2019 mass shootings that he wasn't sure if the mosque was safe or if ambulances were on their way either. Niva Chittock was in court. [audio_play] Warning, this audio contains distressing details.
Eliminating homelessness an 'unreasonable goal' - Auckland Council
November 13, 2023 18:50 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MBAuckland Council says it takes weeks to house rough sleepers and eliminating homelessness is an "unreasonable goal". Business association Heart of the City wants more police on the beat and tougher laws including trespassing people for rough sleeping and anti-social behaviour. But those who work with the homeless say slapping people with fines and trespass notices is not the solution. Amy Williams filed this report.