Mani Dunlop

The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce are applauding a one way travel bubble into New Zealand as an exciting first step for the island nation. On Thursday, passengers from the Cook Islands can fly into… Audio

It has been a long night for the American team challenging for the America's Cup after the American Magic monohull capsized. The team had been sailing towards their first win of the America's Cup… Audio

Hawke's Bay is one of Aotearoa's premier wine spots, drawing in tourists from across the country and around the world. But the region has recently been making a name for itself because of its craft… Audio

It's crunch time for apples - an orchard owner believes New Zealand could face a shortage in the coming weeks. The apple season is set to start sooner than usual, due to warm temperatures, but there… Audio

The number of tennis players forced to quarantine for two weeks ahead of the Australian Open in Melbourne has risen to 72, after another person on a charter flight to Australia tested positive for… Audio

A flurry of shark sightings closed three Auckland beaches on Friday and two more on Saturday. For many New Zealanders seeing sharks at the beach is a big shock, but Department of Conservation shark… Audio

An Auckland foodbank service is still trying to meet the demand from families affected by the very first Covid-19 lockdown. The Village Community Trust founded by All Black legend Sir Michael Jones… Audio

The Restaurant Association says many eateries are still strugging to survive, almost a year after the Covid-19 downturn began. One of the latest casualties is well-known Asian-fusion restaurant… Audio

Some families in emergency housing are reporting their children are becoming emotionally distressed because of their living conditions. Demand for emergency accommodation has escalated this past year… Audio

There's unprecedented security around Capitol Hill in Washignton DC, ahead of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration on Thursday. All 50 American states are also on alert for possible violent… Audio

The Covid-19 recovery minister, Chris Hipkins, says New Zealanders have to wait for the vaccine to roll out in countries being ravaged by the virus before they'll get their turn. New Zealand's… Audio

The American Magic yacht is back at its base on Auckland's waterfront after a dramatic capsize yesterday. The team were sailing towards their first win of the America's Cup Challenger Selection Series… Audio

Time now for Bookmarks - this summer we've been talking to some of RNZ's favourite hosts and contributors. Māni Dunlop is RNZ's head of Maori News, and host of Midday Report. Audio

Cities around the country are quickly emptying as people head off for the summer break.

And that means delays should be expected on the roads.

Waka Kotahi's Mark Owen speaks to Māni Dunlop.
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Another new strain of Covid-19 has been detected in the UK, just days after a second new variant caused travel chaos across Europe.  

Two people in the UK have tested positive for the new Covid-19… Audio

Ariana Grande's loyal fans have revealed they are not so into one RNZ journalist.

RNZ's Deputy Political Editor Craig McCulloch will be known to Morning Report listeners for his thoughtful coverage… Audio

After decades without a formal marae or papakāinga housing, Te Kawerau ā Maki, can finally begin building on land in West Auckland.

The iwi has re-acquired ancestral land at Te Henga - or Bethells… Audio

The Children's Commissioner is demanding to know whether Police nation-wide are routinely taking pictures of young people on the street. 

Judge Andrew Becroft is calling for an investigation after… Audio

With the borders closed and without the usual flock of international tourists, New Zealanders are expected to venture into the outdoors greater numbers than ever before.

But one biosecurity expert is… Audio

The health system is robbing women of the right to make the best decisions about breast cancer including if they should have a masectomy or not.

That's according to a doctorate researcher who says… Audio