Heavy rain and strong winds continue to hit the upper North Island; Auckland Transport has plans to purchase three new diesel vessels as electric ferry trials continue; Research has linked childhood screen time with poor mental and physical health, but a digital education expert says it's not all bad; Labour's ranks are meeting in West Auckland today where they are expected to outline their priorities heading into this year's election; Cyclists on Wednesday morning's Tour of Southland stage will also be taking on the Kingston Flyer vintage steam train.

Cyclists on Wednesday morning's Tour of Southland stage will also be taking on the Kingston Flyer vintage steam train. Kingston Flyer General Manager Tom O'Brien spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Lauren Crimp about what could happen to interest rates this year, and what it means for mortgage holders.

Correspondent Rebekah Holt spoke to Lauren Crimp from Tasmania.

An update on what's happening in the sports world.

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Whangarei residents in the hard-hit northeast coast are being urged to stock up on supplies and have emergency plans ready. Northland Civil Defence Emergency Management Group Controller Jenny Calder spoke to Lauren Crimp.

The parents of a 20-year-old who died under compulsory care are devastated that no-one is being held accountable for what they believe was "gross negligence". Ruth Hill reports.

Upper Hutt's NZ Performance Academy Aotearoa aims to attract students trying to juggle their sporting commitments with academics. Academy's CEO Karen van Gemerden spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

At least five new charter schools are set to open this term. Altum Classical Academy principal Christian Pera spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.