Morning Report

Consumer NZ is calling for scam protection to apply to online marketplaces, after a man lost $35,000 buying a car that turned out to be stolen. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid… Read more Audio

The family of 47-year-old Tekanimaeu Arobati, who was washed away in his vehicle during last week's severe weather has thanked all those who helped bring him home. Finn Blackwell spoke to his family. Audio

Ambulance call outs reached their highest level on record last year, according to new data from Hato Hone St John. Its Deputy Chief Executive for Ambulance Operations, Daniel Ohs spoke to Ingrid… Read more Audio

Despite a tough economic environment, things appear to be looking up at New Zealand's largest used car dealer, Turners Automotive Group. Chief executive Todd Hunter spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

A much-loved and famous three-legged cat from Wellington's Aro Valley has died, and tributes have been rolling in from far and wide. Krystal Gibbens reports on the death of Lola the Cat. Audio

Last week's severe weather again wreaked havoc on roads around North Island. Slips and flooding have significantly damaged State Highway 35 on the East Coast, and State Highway 25 in Coromandel. NZTA… Read more Audio

The British High Commissioner to New Zealand has acknowledged new border rules may be confusing for some potential travellers. High Commissioner Iona Thomas spoke to Corin Dann. Audio

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio

Depending on what school your child goes to, a full school uniform set - including shoes, blazer and PE uniform could set you back about $600. Westlake Boys High School headmaster Paul Fordham spoke… Read more Audio

It might not be the year to sell your home, with economists scaling back their forecasts for house prices. ANZ senior economist Matthew Galt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio

A major insurance company has temporarily stopped offering new home insurance policies in Westport because of the town's flood risk. Climate change correspondent Kate Newton reports. Audio