Geoff Robinson
Top Stories for Wednesday 28 September 2011
Regional councils failing to crack down on dirty dairying; Environment Minister responds to reports findings; Parliament passes first stage of surveillance bill; Report blames RWC opening shambles on… Audio
Irish paper reports missing yacht arrives safely
News just in The Irish Times is reporting that a missing yacht which sparked a massive air and sea search has arrived in Ireland ten days behind schedule. Audio
Top Stories for Friday 23 September 2011
World stock markets falling; Finance Minister says patchy recovery not a concern; John Key explains his commitment to miners' families; Pike River families have mixed feelings on PM's promises; All… Audio
Top Stories for Thursday 22 September 2011
The US President tries to derail a UN vote on a Palestinian state. The battle lines are drawn on the government's hidden camera law, Labour now says it goes too far and what will the Pike River… Audio
Rugby fans reflect on the tournament so far
It was a weekend of northern hemisphere rugby victories. Audio
Top Stories for Monday 19 September 2011
Security expert talks about breach at Auckland Airport; RWC repercussions following Ireland's win over Australia; Ireland rapt with Australia victory; Tindall's antics overshadow World Cup success… Audio
Top Stories for Friday 16 September 2011
A major back down by the government over its criminal justice reforms ..after criticism from allies and opponents alike. The Transport Minister won't accept the arguments for signposting speed cameras… Audio
Markets Update for 15 September 2011
A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
Top Stories for Thursday 15 September 2011
The number of speed camera tickets being issued skyrockets, police say it's about road safety, the AA's not so sure. Crisis talks in Europe over the Greek debt crisis... and its impact on the Eurozone… Audio
Top Stories for Wednesday 14 September 2011
Government changing the running of fanzone 'kick in the guts' for Auckland Mayor;RWC Minister denies trying to embarrass Auckland mayor;Auckland deputy mayor disappointed with the RWC move;Radio New… Audio
Top Stories for Tuesday 13 September 2011
Child advocacy group calls for policy change; Labour backs child advocacy group's calls for policy change; Estimates on Auckland waterfront crowd numbers 'grossly wrong'; Minister demands answers on… Audio
Sounds from ten years ago
Some of the sounds first heard on Morning Report during its coverage of 11 September 2001 terrorist attacks. Audio
Low-profile World Cup matches still draw crowds
Rugby fans turned out in droves for low-profile, but high octane World Cup matches that took place over the weekend. Audio
Top Stories for Monday 12 September 2011
9/11 remembered at commemoration at Pentagon; New Yorkers sombre on 9/11 anniversary; 9/11 families want civilian victims of war remembered; New Plymouth takes time out to remember 9/11 fallen… Audio
Top Stories for Friday 9 September 2011
It's finally here - the Rugby World Cup starts today;RWC chief executive says stadium of 4 million is ready;Hive of activity at Eden Park as final preparations made;Defending champions will face Wales… Audio
Top Stories for Thursday 8 September 2011
Report suggests heavy drug users still driving cars stoned; National Standards opponents give up; Minster for Education comments; Auckland prepares for influx of rugby fans for RWC opening; former… Audio
Top Stories for Wednesday 7 September 2011
Lawyers want reasons for dropping raids charges released; Rising concerns over euro zone debt crisis; UN head wants Fiji to return to civilian rule as soon as possible; ferry upgrade delay embarrses… Audio
Top Stories for Tuesday 6 September 2011
36 people injured following school bus and logging truck collision, Pike River inquiry to focus on emergency response today, Prices drop sharply on European stock markets, Christchurch's white zoned… Audio
Top Stories for Monday 5 September 2011
A year on from the first major quake in Canterbury we see how the region's progressing; the death of Alan Hubbard; Haere mai and welcome to teams from around the globe for RWC; Gaddafi loyalists' last… Audio
Top Stories for Friday 2 September 2011
Nicky Hagar's new book - claim and counterclaim about New Zealand defence force's actions in the Persian Gulf; another quake for Christchurch; Libya's future in Paris talks and; waterskiing death… Audio