27 Apr 2011

Top Stories for Wednesday 27 April 2011

From Morning Report, 6:00 am on 27 April 2011

Violent storm cuts power to more than 10,000 people. Many in Taupo still without power. Weather set to ease today: Metservice. Senior hospital doctors seek multi million dollar pay rise. Deferment of fuel tax increase labelled electioneering stunt. New Zealand's Prime Minister meets British counterpart. Brash's coup may be blocked if Act MPs stick to their word. Fears of a major bloodbath in Syria.