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Midday Report
Midday Report - Te Pūrongo o te Poutūtanga. RNZ National's midday current affairs programme, hosted by Guyon Espiner.
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- Midday Report
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 14 May 2026
David Seymour questions government ownership of Air NZ shares; Labour responds to recent political debate over immigration; Police appeal for information over…
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Midday sports news for Thursday 14 May 2026
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team.
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Police appeal for information over missing person cold case
Police spoke to media outside a Head Hunters gang pad in West Auckland, where they've announced a new appeal for information into the disappearance of Andrew…
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Latest news from the United States
The latest news from the United States with correspondent Laura Taglianetti in New York.
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Midday rural news from Thursday 14 May 2026
An update on the latest news from RNZ's rural team.
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Labour responds to recent political debate over immigration
New Zealand had a net migration gain of about 24,200 in the last year, up from a net gain of 14,000 the previous year, according to numbers released by Stats…
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David Seymour questions government ownership of Air NZ shares
Air New Zealand is forecasting a full year loss of nearly $400m. Is it time to sell the national carrier? Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour spoke to Guyon…
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Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 13 May 2026
Everlee Wihongi's lawyer speaks out over her ICE detention; Data reveals number of properties selling at a loss on the rise; Anna Fifield discusses Donald…
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Midday Sports News for 13 May 2026
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team.
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Anna Fifield discusses Donald Trump’s visit to China
US president Donald Trump is on his way to Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with the Chinese president Xi Jinping. Journalist Anna Fifield was Bureau Chief in…
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Latest news from Australia
The latest news from Australia with correspondent Amanda Copp in Canberra.
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Data reveals number of properties selling at a loss on the rise
In Auckland, nearly 20 percent of residential houses sold at a loss in the first quarter. And, for apartments the number was 40 percent. The new data comes…
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Everlee Wihongi’s lawyer speaks out over her ICE detention
New Zealander Everlee Wihongi is being held in detention by ICE over a decade-old cannabis charge. Her lawyer Marc Christopher spoke to Guyon Espiner.
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Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 12 May 2026
Russel Norman discusses government's climate law change; Te Pati Maori co-leader Rawiri Waititi speaks to Midday Report; Job market looking bleak for young New…
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Job market looking bleak for young New Zealanders
Stats NZ figures released last week show young people who are not in employment, education or training has increased from 13.3 percent in December to 14.4…
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Latest news from the United States
The latest news from the United States with correspondent Laura Taglianetti in New York.
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Te Pati Maori co-leader Rawiri Waititi speaks to Midday Report
Te Pati Maori co-leader Rawiri Waititi spoke to Guyon Espiner following the departure of Mariameno Kapa-Kingi from the party to set up her own.
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Russel Norman discusses government’s climate law change
The government is changing the law to prevent companies being sued for climate change damage. This applies to current and future cases so will stop a High…
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Midday Report Essentials for Monday 11 May 2026
Are we about to lose an entire generation of skilled workers?; New private climate change funding scheme announced.
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Te Tai Tokerau Party announced
Mariameno Kapa-Kingi has announced a new political party.
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Latest news from Australia
The latest news from Australia with correspondent Amanda Copp in Canberra.
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New private climate change funding scheme announced
A new scheme to get private money to restore nature and combat climate change has been announced by Associate Agriculture Minister Andrew Hoggard. He spoke to…
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Are we about to lose an entire generation of skilled workers?
That's the claim from the PSA union after a survey showed 27% of public service workers are thinking of leaving NZ for better pay and nearly half of workers…
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Midday Report Essentials for Friday 8 May 2026
Music month event putting on free show for Aucklanders; The Opportunity Party leader discusses new tax policy; Music month event putting on free show for…
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Music month event putting on free show for Aucklanders
Aucklanders can expect some exceptional performances to celebrate New Zealand Music Month right in the CBD with MIGHTY. It will let a handful of people into a…
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The Opportunity Party leader discusses new tax policy
The Opportunity Party has announced its tax policy, which includes a land tax and making Kiwisaver compulsory with contribution rates of six percent from…
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Weather warnings issued for many parts of the country
MetService Meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira.
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Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 7 May 2026
Climate report urges action on ten critical risks; Energy boss previews government's solar energy announcement; Labour responds to decision to scrap BSA.
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Labour responds to decision to scrap BSA
The government has confirmed the BSA will be scrapped. Does the decision have broader support, or would a Labour government bring it back? Reuben Davidson…
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Latest news from the United States
The latest news from the United States with correspondent Laura Taglianetti in New York.
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Energy boss previews government’s solar energy announcement
SUPA Energy CEO, Luke Blincoe previews Thursday afternoon's solar energy announcement from the Minister of Regulation. Blincoe spoke to Guyon Espiner.
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Climate report urges action on ten critical risks
The 2026 National Climate Change Risk Assessment is out and it's urging the government to act on ten critical priorities where climate change is hitting New…
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Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 6 May 2026
ASB chief economist responds to latest unemployment figures; New mental health funding for Northland youth; Are we falling for conspiracy theories more often?
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Midday Sports News for 6 May 2026
An update on the latest news and results from RNZ's sports team.
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Are we falling for conspiracy theories more often?
A new study shows respondents to surveys are trolling researchers. Associate Professor Matt Williams from Massey University, who studies misinformation and…
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Latest news from Australia
The latest news from Australia with correspondent Amanda Copp in Canberra.
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ASB chief economist responds to latest unemployment figures
Economists say the numbers largely show the state of the labour market before the Middle East conflict broke out. Nick Tuffley, ASB's chief economist, spoke to…
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New mental health funding for Northland youth
New mental health funding and services for Northland youth have been announced following a damning report from the Coroner over a cluster of six suicides of…
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Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 5 May 2026
ANZ economist Sharon Zolner discusses latest spending data; Popularity of betting on politics sparks corruption concerns; Government announces further plans to…
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Midday Sports News for 5 May 2026
How Kiwis can watch the FIFA World Cup with Barry Guy.
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Government announces further plans to change local councils
The government has unveiled a new fast-track system, this time for councils looking at amalgamation. Political reporter Russell Palmer spoke to Guyon Espiner.
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Latest news from the United States
The latest news from the United States with correspondent Laura Taglianetti in New York.