Morning Report

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Funeral directors say the cost of funerals and cremations are going up, and they're worried about the impact on families. Bradley Shaw, president of the Funeral Directors Association spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Weekly interview with opposition leader; Richard Hills discusses Plan Change 120; Calls grow for mandatory e-scooter helmets; Fiona MacMillan on bird flu response; Not all 'local' online stores are what they seem

After a life-changing brain injury forced her to walk away from the career she'd built, Rachel Hemingway spent years rebuilding her life. Rather than giving up on her lifelong passion for creativity, she opened Chapter1 Gallery in Christchurch earlier this year-a space designed to support artists and bring the community together. Now she's behind Suitcase Stories, a unique exhibition featuring 50 Canterbury artists transforming vintage suitcases into one-of-a-kind artworks. Hemingway spoke to John Campbell.

We're often told to shop local, but not all stores claiming to be NZ owned actually are. A website with the name My Tamariki, says it sells products that support everyday family life in New Zealand. However the business address is based in Hong Kong. According to reviewers on Facebook and Trust Pilot, the products it sells are also available on sites like Ali Express. So how can we make sure we're supporting local and not getting ripped off? Consumer's Chief Executive Jon Duffy spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

An early morning sports news update.

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

Auckland councillors are voting today on a compromise version of the controversial Plan Change 120, which dictates how much housing intensification the city should have and where. Luka Forman reports.

Free range egg producers are moving their flocks indoors, as farmers remain on high alert for any signs of bird flu. Poultry Industry Association of New Zealand's executive director Fiona MacMillan spoke to John Campbell.

Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.