Ben Strang
Howzat for parliamentary bipartisanship
New Zealand's politicians are a spirited bunch, standing proudly - and often very loudly - for the beliefs of their party and constituents. Producer Ben Strang has more. Audio
Sports Chat for 10 April 2025
It was the Melie Kerr and Matt Henry show at the New Zealand Cricket Awards last night. Audio
RNZ time capsule unearthed by Parliament's security services
An RNZ time capsule has been unearthed by Parliament's security services who were initially worried the silver cylinder might be a bomb. Ben Strang has been taking a look through the precious loot. Audio
Liam Lawson crashes out of Melbourne Grand Prix
Liam Lawson's Red Bull Racing debut in Formula One has been one to forget, after he crashed out of yesterday's Melbourne Grand Prix. Morning Report's Ben Strang spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Liam Lawson at the Melbourne Grand Prix
Pukekohe local Liam Lawson is competing for the first time as a permanent driver for Red Bull Racing at the Australian Grand Prix. Audio
Lawson 16th in first practice session of Melbourne Grand Prix
Liam Lawson has made a modest start to his Melbourne Grand Prix weekend, 16th in the first practice session this afternoon. World championship favourite Lando Norris, racing for McLaren, was top of… Audio
Liam Lawson to get first drive on Melbourne Grand Prix track
New Zealand's formula one driver Liam Lawson says deep down he believes he is the best driver on the planet. Morning Report's Ben Strang spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Liam Lawson welcomed in Melbourne for F1 debut with Redbull
Liam Lawson has been welcomed to the Albert Park street circuit in Melbourne for his formula one debut with Red Bull by thousands of giddy fans. The 23 year old was promoted to the Red Bull senior… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 13 March 2025
On today's episode, four psychologists have told a parole board that convicted double murderer Scott Watson is at risk of re-offending if he is let out of prison, with one saying he is still high… Audio
Liam Lawson prepares for first Melbourne Grand Prix
Liam Lawson has made his first appearance in Melbourne ahead of the Grand Prix this weekend. Morning Report's Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 17 February 2025
On today's episode, European leaders have been left out in the cold with the US saying Europe won't have a seat at the table when talks start to end the war in Ukraine, Auckland Council is reviewing… Audio
Google's AI breaching name suppression orders
Google's Artificial Intelligence has been breaching name suppression orders put in place by New Zealand courts. Reporter Ben Strang spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Sports Chat for 23 January 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
Sports Chat for 22 January 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
Sports Chat for 21 January 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
Sports Chat for 17 January 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
Sports Chat for 15 January 2024
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
Sports Chat for 13 January 2025
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 8th January
On today's episode, Willie Jackson calls for an extension for Treaty Principles Bill submissions, a child advocacy group calls for change and Australian scientists develop a revolutionary new pest… Audio