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Morning Report for Wednesday 20 January 2016
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Upsets on Day 2 of Australian Open
8:56 AM.Day two of the Australian Open was one of upsets yesterday. Audio
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Former players take reins at Breakers basketball team
8:53 AM.With four championships in the past five years, the Breakers know a thing or two about success. Audio
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Algae warning in Wairarapa river for Masterton dog owners
8:49 AM.Dog owners in Masterton are being warned to avoid the Waipoua River, which runs through the town, because of potentially lethal levels of toxic algae Audio
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Pacific trade deal negotiations drag on
8:43 AM.The Chief Trade Advisor for the Pacific Island countries says he is confident negotiations over the PACER Plus trade agreement for the region can reach a successful conclusion. Audio
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Chinese economic slow down not panicking exporters
8:39 AM.New Zealand companies are not panicking about China's slowing economy, saying Chinese consumers' appetite for what they're offering remains undiminshed. Audio
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Markets Update for 20 January 2016
8:34 AM.A brief update of movements in the financial sector. Audio
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Te Atatu residents vigilant as hunt for killer enters 6th day
8:30 AM.Te Atatu locals gathered last night to remember Cun Xiu Tian - the woman found dead in her home last Friday after a brutal daylight bashing. The hunt for Ms Tian's killer is entering its sixth day. Audio
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Passenger tells of terrifying evacuation from burning boat.
8:26 AM.Another passenger who survived the sinking of the White island tour boat the Peejay V has spoken of her ordeal. Audio
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Fonterra defends Chinese investments
8:23 AM.Fonterra's chief financial officer, Lucas Paravicini, is with us Audio
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Dairy professor worries Fonterra burdened by Chinese investment
8:20 AM.Dairy prices have fallen again in the global dairy auction, and analysts say that could force Fonterra to revise its current payout of four dollars 60. Audio
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Corrections Minister
8:12 AM.Joining us is Corrections Minister Judith Collins Audio
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Stars boycott over lack of diversity in Oscar nominees
7:54 AM.Two prominent African-American filmmakers say they'll be boycotting this year's Academy Awards over a lack of diversity among nominees. Audio
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End to Iran sanctions increase oil supply
7:48 AM.Saturday's agreement to remove economic sanctions against Iran is expected to lower world oil prices. Audio
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Low inflation will give little comfort to those struggling
7:45 AM.Inflation figures are out this morning - and they should be rock bottom. Audio
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London Maori called in to identify Cook's souvenirs
7:42 AM.Britain's National Maritime Museum hopes a group of London based Maori can resolve a mystery around artefacts brought back to England by Captain James Cook. Audio
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Criminal Bar Association President criticises Corrections Minister
7:37 AM.The president of the Criminal Bar Association says newly appointed Corrections Minister Judith Collins should keep her nose out of court judges' decisions. Audio
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Flood affected Timaru begins cleanup this morning
7:34 AM.As the water recedes in Timaru today, the cleanup from last night's flooding begins. Audio
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China slowdown to continue
7:25 AM.The news that China's economy grew at its slowest pace in 25 years has not surprised economists. Audio
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Too early to say if Whakatane boat will be salvaged
7:21 AM.Tourist trips to White Island are scheduled to resume today, as accident investigators consider whether it's worth salvaging the boat that sank on Tuesday off Whakatane. Audio
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Te Atatu residents walk together to grieve for killed neighbour
7:17 AM.Mourners who made a solemn and emotional hikoi in Te Atatu in Auckland last night have told how they still fear for their safety. Audio
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Child abuser told he will not be deported
7:12 AM.A man who punched his infant son in the head and broke his leg and ribs has been told he will not be deported because it would not be in the best interests of his children. Audio
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SkyCity says plenty of room for growth
6:56 AM.The casino operator, SkyCity Entertainment Group, says there's plenty of room for growth in its high roller business, which has produced a turnover of more than 7 billion dollars in the past six… Read more Audio
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RBNZ can stay on hold through 2016 - NZIER
6:54 AM.In a little over a week the Reserve Bank will release its first interest rate statement of the year. Audio
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China growth tipped to fall further
6:53 AM.China's economy could slow even further, with expectations the Government in Beijing may set a target of 6-and-a-half percent for this year. Audio
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British spy agency rated UK's most gay-friendly employer
6:45 AM.British spy agency MI5 has been named as the country's most gay-friendly employer. Audio
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Good year to ask for a pay rise?
6:40 AM.2016 could be a good year to ask for a pay rise, with the number of businesses intending to hire reaching a six year high according to a recruitment company survey. Audio
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Investigators say 'sooner the better' for sunken ship
6:38 AM.The clock is ticking for investigators deciding whether to salvage a passenger boat which sunk off Whakatane after catching fire with 60 people on board. Audio
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Early business news
6:20 AM.Our business editor, Gyles Beckford, with what's happening in the financial world. Audio
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China's debt levels could threaten its economy
6:10 AM.A New Zealand investment manager based in Beijing says China's increasing debt levels are a greater threat to its economy than the latest growth figures. Audio
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Top Stories for Wednesday 20 January 2016
6:00 AM.Child abuser told he will not be deported 'in the interests of his children', Te Atatu residents walk together to grieve for killed neighbour, Too early to say if Whakatane boat will be salvaged, and… Read more Audio