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Summer Report for Thursday 13 January 2011
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One of the most common summer ailments - sunburn
8:52 AM.We're all aware we should slip, slop, slap and wrap during the summer months, but sometimes the sun still gets the better of us, possibly more of a problem for those living in Whakatane than in… Read more Audio
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2010 national climate figures released
8:50 AM.Whakatane has taken the crown of sunniest town in New Zealand with the release of the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research's climate figures for 2010. Audio
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For crayfishermen, work is a constantly moving feast
8:38 AM.For fishermen, their office is constantly on the move, the scenery changes daily, there's no traffic and wearing a white collar at sea is unheard of. Audio
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NZ Bus spends up large for new buses
8:34 AM.The largest bus operator in New Zealand has shelled out more than 50-million dollars for more than a hundred new buses in Auckland. Audio
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Surf's up report
8:26 AM.Joining us to discuss where to find the biggest waves across the country is Doug Young. Audio
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Local stories from the editor of the Timaru Herald
8:23 AM.We're joined by the editor of the Timaru Herald, David King. Audio
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Busy Dunedin street cordoned off after building collapse
8:20 AM.One of Dunedin's busiest streets remains cordoned off this morning after part of a building collapsed. Audio
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Architect compares these floods with those in 1974
8:15 AM.Earlier we heard from a Brisbane man, Peter Skinner. Audio
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Brisbane River now expected to peak at a lower level
8:09 AM.Queensland's Premier has warned that Brisbane residents will wake this morning to 'shocking' flood scenes - despite the Brisbane River now expected to peak at a lower level than originally feared. Audio
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Place names: deciphering te reo Māori place names
7:55 AM.Te, Puke, Awa, Mutu, Maunga, Roto, Wai, Nui, O: with Peter Dowling, revising editor of AW Reed's 'Place Names of New Zealand'. Audio
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Questions asked following second death at level crossing
7:51 AM.A second fatal collision at a Taranaki level crossing has left some asking why it still hasn't been upgraded with safety features. Audio
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Speed limits on beaches could be challenged in court
7:46 AM.Council by-laws enforcing speed limits on beaches could be challenged in court. Audio
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Flooding and mudslides killed dozens in Brazil
7:41 AM.Dozens of people have died in towns near Rio de Janeiro as heavy rains continue to cause flooding and mudslides in southern Brazil. Audio
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Morning Sports News for 13 January 2011
7:37 AM.An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio
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Morning Sports News for 13 January 2011
7:31 AM.An update from the RNZ sports team. Audio
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Brisbane Correspondant
7:29 AM.The ABC's Robin McConchie is in Brisbane. Audio
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Weather update
7:28 AM.Time to talk about the all-important weather, joining us is Bob McDavitt of the Met Service. Audio
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Police still investigating reappearance of missing diver
7:24 AM.The police are to release more information later this morning about the missing diver who turned up safe and well last night. Audio
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Ipswich's Bremer River excedes 1974 flood peak
7:19 AM.West of Brisbane in Ipswich, flood waters have reached their peak, covering a third of the city. Audio
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We speak to a Brisbane arcitect in Saint Lucia
7:17 AM.A Brisbane architect, Peter Skinner, lives in the riverside suburb of Saint Lucia. Audio
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Floods cause further distress for the sick
7:15 AM.The floods are also causing distress for those with health problems whose lives are dependent on electricity. Audio
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Brisbane floods reach their peak
7:09 AM.The Brisbane River is due to hit its peak about now, flooding up to 36-thousand homes and businesses, and devastating the city's infrastructure. Audio
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Summer Report Top Stories for 13 January 2011
7:00 AM.Brisbane's floodwaters are expected to peak about now - as many as 36 thousand homes could be flooded, the death toll is now 13 and the bill from the damage is mounting and back home - the missing… Read more Audio
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