Geoff Robinson

Wellington expected to be business as usual; Greens say GCSB bill changes 'cosmetic' only; Winston Peters on GCSB law changes; Monarchists welcome news of royal baby; Kaikoura shocked by latest seal… Audio

The earthquake has been reported around the world, but the subtleties of New Zealand geography escaped the Guardian Express in Las Vegas. Audio

The latest news and updates on last night's earthquake; a former resident of a Christchurch complex, where a woman was found dead over the weekend, says altercations are common; NZ says law change on… Audio

Unions claim changes to Employment laws breach International Conventions. Opposition parties say information-sharing between the MSD and Inland Revenue is unfair to beneficiaries. and after the Hong… Audio

Pike River Coal - Police will not be laying charges; West Coast community disappointed at police decision on charges; Explosion at scrap metal factory not first accidental blast; Tunnel campaigners… Audio

Russia blocks Antarctic sanctuary plan; Whistleblower seeks Asylum in Russia after weeks in airport; NZEI wants more resources for fixing Novopay; Worries about a lack of accountability in Whanau Ora… Audio

Auckland transport, Reserve Bank restrictions, Army brothers' compensation, GCSB cost, NCEA pass rates. Audio

We hear about: the tempestuous weather assaulting the country and how long it's going to hang around; the result of the Zimmerman trial in the US; the inestigation into the death of one-year-old… Audio

A union says Social workers at Child Youth and Family are struggling with double the recommended caseload. The Opposition vows to pile pressure on government mps to scupper the Sky City convention… Audio

Council hold special meeting to discuss future of Marryatt; Shearer grasps 'man-ban' nettle after five days of damage; Former advisers stick by decision to quit Glenn inquiry; Canterbury rugby fans… Audio

Investigations continue into Auckland shooting; Egypt's interim govt orders investigation into 51 deaths; Search for bodies hampered at the scene of train explosion; Dunne will push for more changes… Audio

Shots were fired during a police chase between Opotiki and Auckland last night, Labour says the public has been misled about how money from state asset sales will be spent, A New Zealander was knocked… Audio

Change mooted as feedback ends on Auckland's Unitary Plan, Mayor Len Brown talks about plan for Auckland, Sir Douglas Graham could get home detention, lose knighthood and Cartoonists criticise cartoon… Audio

A new electricity link between the North and South Islands is up and running, its job to boost the flow of electricity across the Cook Strait. Audio

A new report from the European Union reveals a bleak outlook for the the region's economy. Audio

Closing Christchurch intermediates angry at short time frame; Greens : Planning of major roading projects 'flawed'; Peters challenged to repeat leaking claims; Tau Henare says he'll fight for brothers… Audio

A combination of snow showers and extreme weather are continuing to leave their mark across the country, with homes west and north of Auckland without power and major roads closed in both the North… Audio

Hope new legislation will dampen demand for online child images; Minister spells out thinking behind tougher porn laws; Horahora principal on upcoming food in schools announcement; NZTA update after… Audio

Improving the way Pasifika people access education in New Zealand seen as the critical step in lifting wages and reducing unemployment in the local Pacific communities. Audio

Resource Management Act, Ikaroa Rahiti by-election, opinion polls, London soldier stabbing, Whanagarei schools, charities struggle for funding. Audio