Politics
The risk of missing the boat on a good deal for the Cook Strait
It hasn't been clear sailing for the Interislander, but any day the government will announce plans for the ferries' future. Audio
Defence minister defends defence force: 'Out there with our tails up'
While the NZDF deals with budget issues, lagging equipment, and the Manawanui aftermath, Judith Collins makes it clear it still has her support. Audio
Investigation reportedly launched into South Korean president over martial law
President Yoon Suk Yeol now faces an impeachment vote.
Israel guilty of ongoing genocide - Amnesty International
An extensive Amnesty International investigation concludes Israel is guilty of a mass and ongoing genocide against Palestinians in the Gaza strip. It is calling on the New Zealand government to ban… Audio
'No apology' from Verrall after clash with Health Commissioner
The Labour MP accused Lester Levy of "cooking the books" during a Select Committee.
Police Commissioner speaks on officer number coalition promises
New Police Commissioner Richard Chambers said it will be "very, very challenging" to increase officer numbers by 500 before November next year. The National-NZ First coalition agreement made the… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 5 December 2024
On today's episode, the culling of 80,000 hens is now into its second day at Mainland Poultry's Hillgrove Farm in Otago as biosecurity officials work to contain an outbreak of the H7N6 bird flu virus… Audio
UK: Army wipeout, ongoing Masterchef row
UK correspondent Harriet Line looks at the comments from Britain's Defence Minister Alistair Carns that the British Army would be wiped out in as little as six months if force to fight a war on the… Audio
Wayne Brown on Auckland Transport and "taking back control"
Auckland's Mayor Wayne Brown joins Kathryn Ryan to talk about taking back control of transport policy and planning, his plans for Auckland's development agency Eke Panuku and its events agency Tataki… Audio
French PM must resign after no-confidence vote
France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier has lost the confidence of lawmakers, and his government must resign. Paris correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
South Korean president faces impeachment after attempting to impose martial law
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol, is facing impeachment after attempting to impose martial law, claiming threats from North Korea. Journalist and Korean export Jean H Lee spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
…Trump's pick for Defense Secretary under scrutiny
Donald Trump's controversial pick for Defense Secretary may be replaced, as his nomination comes under intense scrutiny. Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
French government could collapse with no-confidence vote
French lawmakers will soon vote on a no-confidence motion after Prime Minister Michel Barnier pushed through budget measures without parliamentary approval. Paris correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to… Audio
South Korean opposition move to impeach president after martial law bid
Yoon Suk Yeol's shock move to suspend civilian rule for the first time in over four decades plunged the country into deep turmoil and alarmed its close allies.
Luxon sells third property, may have made $300,000
It's the second Onehunga home the Prime Minister has sold recently, along with a Wellington apartment.
Peek-a-boo politics: Scrutiny in the dark
The House: Parliament is conducting its annual week of performance reviews of government entities (and their ministers), sometimes all but blindfolded. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 4 December
On today's episode, South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has declared emergency martial law, saying it's needed to protect the country from North Korea's communist forces and to eliminate anti-state… Audio
South Korean President declares emergency martial law
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol has declared emergency martial law, saying it's needed to protect the country from North Korea's communist forces and to eliminate anti-state elements. Senior… Audio
