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Heavy rain, surface flooding and slips has forced evacuations in Tasman. Tasman Mayor Tim King spoke to Morning Report.

In today's episode, Minister Tama Potaka is concerned that public funding may have been used for electioneering, after a Whānau Ora Commissioning Agency advertisement encouraging Māori to sign up for the Māori electoral roll was released this week, victims of sexual abuse will get the final say on whether their attackers get permanent name suppression, NATO members have confirmed they've agreed to spend 5 percent of GDP on defence and security by 2035 - an increase from the current core defence spending target of 2 percent, data analysis shows little evidence of success from a fund that has been giving schools $10 million-a-year to tackle truancy, and all rugby matches have been cancelled in the Horowhenua-Kāpiti region this weekend, after yet another incident of serious abuse was directed at a referee.

In today's episode, the Foreign Minister Winston Peters is again calling for a peaceful resolution to the Middle East conflict, saying diplomacy must come first, not last, the longest ad ever made in New Zealand will soon be aired, encouraging Maori to join the Maori Electoral Roll. The 30-minute ad features Tame Iti reading some of the names of the 300,00 people who are on the roll, "What is the point of regional government?" That's the question the regional development minister posed to a meeting of local government officials last week, US President Donald Trump has let loose the f-bomb in comments about the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and international carriers are cancelling or rerouting flights to and from the Middle East amid the conflict between Israel and Iran.

In today's episode, Iran's military has carried out what it calls "devastating and powerful" retaliatory missile attacks on US airbases in Qatar and Iraq, Labour says the government should be acknowledging the US breached international law when it bombed targets in Iran, GPs are getting a big funding boost in a new agreement the government hopes will eventually lead to faster care, and the first images are out from the biggest camera in the world pointing into the universe. The "Vera C. Rubin" Observatory is in Chile, more than 2,500 metres above sea level.

Experts are warning one of the immediate repercussions of the conflict in Iran could be a spike in fuel prices. Infometrics chief executive Brad Olsen told Morning Report that if the Iranian side responds with attacks on US shipping, quote, "worries about oil supply will increase substantially". But there are things you can do to manage and drive your car in a more efficient way that will save petrol and save money. We thought this would be a great time to get some tips, so I'm joined by Terry Collins, Principal Policy Advisor for AA.

New Zealand is sending a C130-J Hercules to the Middle East to bring back New Zealanders stuck in Israel and Iran, it will have to wait until the air space has reopened. University of Waikato expert Alexander Gillespie spoke to Morning Report.

In today's episode, New Zealand says the Middle East crisis is extremely concerning and there are worries over the consequences of further actions, the United States says it has devastated Iran's nuclear programme, after its military bombed three nuclear sites on Sunday, In the US, several Republicans have posted statements in support of Donald Trump's move, while others say the President should have sought congressional approval first, instability in the middle east often raises the question of what could happen to fuel prices, and we cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

The karen read murder retrial coming to an end with the jury handing down "not guilty" verdicts for second degree murder, manslaughter and leaving the scene of a crime,an iranian missile slams into the main hospital in southern israel, a deal finalizing the merger of u.s. steel and nippon steel is done.Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartradio.

In today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks about plans to evacuate New Zealanders from Israel and Iran. Donald Trump is leaving open the possibility he'll step into the fighting between Israel and Iran. New Zealand has paused its core sector support funding for the Cook Islands after its government signed partnership agreements with China earlier this year. Magic mushroom drug psilocybin will soon be available for patients with treatment-resistant depression. And we cross to Australia for our weekly chat with Kerry-Anne Walsh.

Conflict rising in the Middle East, jury deliberations continue into day 4 in the Karen Read trial, and Gen Z's go-to shorts this summer. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Now, perhaps the most startling thing of the news yesterday that our old mates at the state radio broadcaster have opened a voluntary redundancy programme, is that they've never done that before. 100 years they've been doing the business at Radio New Zealand. 100 years, never had a voluntary redundancy. Tells you something about how insulated the real world from the real world they are. Mind you, I don't even know that's true actually, because Radio New Zealand used to be a whole different beast. In my early days of broadcasting, Radio New Zealand encompassed commercial and non-commercial radio stations, and there was, I can tell you from personal experience, no shortage of carnage fiscally. The place was run by halfwits and we were permanently in a state of flux, if not carnage. The most famous might have been a thing called Project Aurora, where we allegedly all took pay cuts – that was a scandal in and of itself. So it's not like the media hasn't seen tricky days, and I think that's the ultimate point here, isn't it? There's a tremendous amount of coverage of the media, too much, really. And if I can be a little bit blunt, a lot of the tough stuff in the industry is no more upsetting than the dark days for any number of industries. Also, and this applies to Radio New Zealand, if you live in a false world, it will catch up with you eventually. Yes, media like a lot of industries is changing, but then it always has. 44 years in and counting for me, I can tell you media has been in a constant state of change, if not upheaval – it's all I've ever known. No, it wasn't always Google or Facebook nicking the ad money, but it was video, or TV, or deregulation of licences, or rubbish management. Having worked at Morning Report myself, you've never seen such a sheltered workshop of lavish staffing and indulgence. They enter the Radio Awards every year and apart from not winning, the joke in the industry is the number of producers they've got: 19. Are you serious? For contrast, this show, which 1. wins and 2. has more listeners, has three. And that includes Glenn, which is debatable as to whether we should include him at all. I wish no one ill will, don't get me wrong. I wish no one ill will. I wish boom times prevailed across the whole landscape. But equally, I wish people lived in the real world. And Willie Jackson handing out tens of millions is irresponsible politics, not a business plan. Willie and his ilk, as always, never paid the price for this. The poor sap who took the new Radio New Zealand job will. The money that pays for jobs has either earned or it's given. If it's given, it's always on a whim – in this case a political one. It is not their fault that Willie is an idiot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, Health New Zealand has been directed to give private hospitals 10-year outsourcing contracts to perform elective surgeries, Wednesday marks day five of the conflict between Israel and Iran and there's still no talk of a ceasefire, the blaze at New World Victoria Park has been extinguished while five Fire and Emergency crews remained on Tuesday night to deal with hotspots, and from 10 on Wednesday morning senior medical and dental officers in Northland will go on strike for 24 hours.

The Blue Line is back on track, beach bacteria may throw a wrench in your plans, and we await a verdict in the Karen Read trial. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, Iran's ambassador to New Zealand says negotiations and diplomacy will not resume until Israel stops attacking the country, the Foreign Minister is urging New Zealanders in Iran and Israel to get out of what he calls the "arc of danger" - as the conflict in the Middle East escalates, a survey by the Asia New Zealand Foundation has found New Zealand's perception of China has cooled in recent months following China's live fire drills and partnership deal with the Cook Islands, the government is directing Sport New Zealand to help curb youth offending, board games are forging new connections and combating social isolation, and a customer who has been left $2000 out of pocket due to the failure of an appliance retailer says there need to be better protections for unsecured creditors.

The Rafael Devers trade shocks Boston, The future of Harvard University as we know it could be on the line starting today, Researchers say more immigrants are on track to leave the U.S. than arrive in this country, Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, the Prime Minister is heading to China on Tuesday, where he will be meeting some of the world's most influential leaders at a time of increased global volatility, he is also not dismissing a review of sick leave provisions, including reducing the number of sick leave days that employees are entitled to, Israel and Iran launched fresh attacks on each other overnight into Monday, killing scores and raising fears of a wider conflict, and we cross the ditch to talk to our correspondent in Australia.

Thousands packed the streets of the Back Bay for Boston's Pride Parade. Police put an early end to "No King" Day protests yesterday in LA. Happy Father's Day! Looking for food for Dad? Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Global stock markets plunged as escalating tensions in the Middle East rattled investor confidence. Concerns over inflation are growing, driven by a sharp rise in energy prices. Oil surged to its highest level in three years on supply fears, while gold gained as investors flocked to traditional safe havens. Elsewhere, defence stocks rallied in response to the geopolitical uncertainty. Closer to home, Aussie shares are expected to open lower following five consecutive weeks of gains. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel and Iran trade missle strikes. Local health officials alerting the public in Boston about a potential exposure to Measles. The 2025 FIFA World Cup kicks off at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida with Ahely facing Inter Miami. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

The National Hurricane Center said it will start using AI in its forecasts, closing arguments to take place in the Karen Read case, and Israel launched attack on Iran overnight. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, at least 290 people have been killed when an Air India plane bound for London crashed minutes after taking off from the city of Ahmedabad, Air New Zealand chief executive Greg Foran has been in touch with the Air India to offer his support, we have our weekly political panel, and we cross the ditch to talk to our correspondent in Australia.

Rescuers found a fishing vessel and two bodies in Cape Cod Bay, the defense rests its case in the Karen Read trial, and remembering the Beach Boy's Brian Wilson. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Wall Street showed resilience overnight, recovering from early losses to close higher. Oracle shares soared to a record high after reporting dramatically stronger sales, helping to lift overall market sentiment. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields edged higher following a strong auction and signs of easing inflation. Boeing shares, however, slipped amid renewed scrutiny in the wake of a tragic Air India crash, weighing on the industrials sector. In commodities, oil prices dipped as traders assessed ongoing tensions in the Middle East, while gold jumped on heightened geopolitical risks. Closer to home, the ASX is on track to end the week on a positive note. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US has condemned New Zealand and others for sanctioning Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir. Tel Aviv correspondent Trent Murray spoke to Morning Report.

In today's episode, the Pentagon is reviewing the AUKUS security pact between Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom, the latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries shows export forecasts are billions of dollars more than what was projected just months ago, two Interislander sailings have been cancelled after the Aratere ferry broke down on a sailing from Picton to Wellington the United Kingdom's national health service has told parents not to rely on shop-bought baby food as everyday meals after pouches from six leading brands fail to meet key nutritional standards, Brian Wilson, the co-founder of the 1960s group The Beach Boys, has died aged 82, and Nathan Rarere speaks to golfer Ryan Fox ahead of the US open.

Morning Report producer Katie Fitzgerald takes us on an overland adventure through South Korea & on to Japan.

Roman Anthony has his first hit in the MLB right at Fenway, teens with screens presents a social problem, and some guests would rather skip the wedding season. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Coverage of the aggro in LA; media feel the heat from advocacy ads, why David Seymour snubs Morning Report, the controversy created by dangerous combat-type cash prize contests Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

US stocks closed lower, dragged down by technology names and despite stronger-than-expected inflation data. Interest rates also eased, supported by progress on reducing the budget deficit. In company news, Starbucks shares surged after reports it may sell a minority stake in its Chinese operations. Meanwhile, oil prices jumped 4% to a two-month high, while iron ore rallied as traders welcomed signs of progress in Sino–US trade relations. Closer to home, Aussie shares are tipped to hit a fresh record high, buoyed by rising energy prices. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, government ministers will be arriving at Fieldays on mass as the country looks to the agricultural sector to drive the economy over the next year, Federated Farmers believe this year's Fieldays is likely to be one of the most positive, the government will be hoping tractor sales are tracking upward at Fieldays with a new tax incentive for farm machinery, it is now the fourth day of protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions in Los Angeles, and 11 people, including the gunman, have died in a shooting at an Austrian high school in the city of Graz.

Protests against ICE spread to Boston, a mistrial proposal once again rejected in the Karen Read trial and trying again to slim down the work week. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Global markets saw a mix of optimism and caution on Tuesday. The S&P 500 rose for a third consecutive session, buoyed by renewed hopes for progress in US-China trade talks, while US small business sentiment improved for the first time this year. In Asia, Taiwan semiconductor stocks surged, driven by a strong revenue boost. Meanwhile, in the US, J.M. Smucker shares tumbled, marking their steepest drop in nearly 40 years as tariffs weighed heavily on profits. Across Europe, markets were mixed, though UK shares edged closer to record highs despite a slowdown in wage growth. Closer to home, the ASX 200 is poised to break above 8,600 points on Wednesday, setting up a potential fresh record high as local momentum continues to build. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, the Labour Party's ability to work with Te Pāti Māori in a potential government has come under question following the Treaty Principles haka debate, the Green Party is calling on the government to condemn the capture of a civilian yacht carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, residential property values in Auckland have dropped by nine percent, Canterbury University has seen a large increase in demand for student accommodation, with more than half of the applicants missing out on a place this year, and Jeffing - when you have strategic walk breaks during your run, to reduce fatigue, prevent injuries, and make running more enjoyable.

A travel ban goes into effect across the nation, swimmers in crisis off Plum Island, and a zebra on the loose no longer. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Cautious optimism prevails on Wall Street as trade talks between the US and China progress. In corporate news, Apple disappointed investors with its recent event, dragging its shares down, while Qualcomm announced a $2.4 billion deal to acquire chipmaker Alphawave. Topgolf Callaway saw its stock jump 11%, and Tesla shares edged higher, clawing back last week's losses. Meanwhile, it was a mixed session for commodities, though iron ore stood out with a decline amid renewed deflation concerns in China. Closer to home, Aussie shares are poised to open modestly lower on Tuesday following the long weekend and the Aussie dollar has held firm above 65 US cents, buoyed by ongoing weakness in the greenback. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, from September, parents of citizens and residents will be able to get a five-year visa allowing them to come and go, with an option to extend for a further five, the National Guard has begun deploying in Los Angeles on the orders of President Donald Trump in a bid to quell clashes with ICE agents that've been ongoing since Friday, the National Business Review has released its 2025 rich list, painting a picture of Aotearoa's rich and powerful, former All Blacks wing great Stu Wilson has died at the age of 70. Wilson was regarded as one of the world's finest attacking players during his hey-day with the All Blacks in the early 1980s, and we cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

President Trump deploys two thousand National Guard troops to quell protests over Immigration raids near Los Angeles. Another plot twist in President Trump and Elon Musk's fallout. With the Red Sox trailing the New York Yankees by more than ten games, it doesn't look like much of a race in the American League East. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to his native El Salvador earlier this year, was returned to the U.S. and is now facing federal charges. A chaotic scene in Los Angeles yesterda after three seperate major ICE raids were carried out. Authorities say a woman is facing charges for causing problems on a Southwest flight to Phoenix on May 22nd. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

Testimony resumes in the Karen Read trial, a White House bromance turned into a fued, and a sweet treat to satiate your cravings on this National Donut Day. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, Te Pati Maori co-leaders and one of its MPs are beginning their suspension from Parliament after unprecedented punishments against them were confirmed, we cross the Tasman for the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh, and Nathan Rarere previews the weekend's Super Rugby and NBA finals.

TSA officials issued warning to summer travelers, President Trump moved to deny Harvard from admitting international students, and he's calling to investigate former President Biden's pardons. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

US stocks ended lower despite a wave of early optimism, sparked by news that U.S. President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping have agreed to resume trade talks. In corporate news, Brown-Forman — the maker of Jack Daniel’s — suffered its steepest share price drop since 2008 following weaker-than-expected earnings. Meanwhile, consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble announced plans to cut 7,000 jobs as part of a restructuring effort. Across the Atlantic, the European Central Bank cut interest rates once again but signaled a possible pause in future easing. Oil prices climbed on renewed hopes surrounding U.S.-China trade negotiations. Back home, Australian shares are set to finish the week in the red ahead of the long weekend. The content in this podcast is prepared, approved and distributed in Australia by Commonwealth Securities Limited ABN 60 067 254 399 AFSL 238814. The information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider the appropriateness of the information before acting and if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, questions are being raised about why the Prime Minister's office did not know that a senior press secretary was investigated by police last year, it's a worrying time for residents from 70 homes - as the Tauranga-Taupo River is threatening to breach its bank, the Grocery Commissioner says major supermarkets and large suppliers use their power to set unfair terms, hurting small suppliers and new competitors, Auckland University has been told to pay more than $200,000 to microbiologist Siouxsie Wiles, former prime minister Dame Jacinda Ardern has put herself back in the media spotlight this week - giving a string of interviews - here and overseas to promote her new memoir, and Black Caps coach Gary Stead's successful seven years in charge of the national cricket side is over.

Capitol lawmakers to vote on DOGE cuts, Elon Musk speaks out against Trump's budget bill, and to wear or not to wear sunscreen as summer approaches. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, according to results out on Wednesday morning, the left bloc would have enough support to govern, the Privacy Commissioner says facial recognition technology in North Island supermarkets has potential safety benefits, despite raising significant privacy concerns, after a shareholders meeting on Tuesday media company NZME - which owns the New Zealand Herald and Newstalk ZB - has a revamped board and an historic ship at the Paihia waterfront in Northland has been 90 percent destroyed by fire.

Talk of dog bites in the Karen Read trial, coffee has its benefits and maybe more so for women, and a drought lessens up in the state. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, the government's making big changes to WorkSafe, the agency tasked with keeping workers safe including shifting in priorities from enforcement to giving advice, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority says there are some energy-saving things that you can do that could help cut your bills, without denting your lifestyle too much, two New Zealand high school students have been victorious at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Ohio, and we cross the Tasman to get the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.

A new season for summer savings, an act of terror unfolds in Boulder, Colorado, and the White House pulls the plug on a candidate to run NASA. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

18-year-old Milfordhigh school student detained by ICE, Progress on peace in Gaza has stalled, Boston Legacy looks to build new practice facility. Stay in "The Loop" with #iHeartRadio.

In today's episode, Parents who repeatedly refuse to send their children to school are more likely to be prosecuted as the government cracks down on truancy, Christchurch-based musician Amelia Murray, better known as Fazerdaze, was named Best Solo Artist and also took out the coveted Album of the Year award for her third release, Soft Power, big changes are coming to New Zealand's money as the Reserve Bank revealed photos of the new 10 cent coin that features the effigy of King Charles the third, we have our weekly political panel and we cross the Tasman for the latest from Kerry-Anne Walsh.