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Morning Report
RNZ National’s flagship news programme, known for breaking news stories and incisive interviews with politicians, newsmakers and commentators from Aotearoa and around the world. Hosted by Ingrid Hipkiss and John Campbell.
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Researchers warn of deadly El Nino effects
Researchers are projecting that nearly half a million people could die globally because of the current so-called super El Nino. Victoria University climate…
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Morning Report Essentials Wednesday 23 September
Weekly Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni; Lillian Hanly discusses Nicky Hager's new book; Police Association responds to new move on order…
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New dinosaur exhibition heading for Auckland
The world's only known triceratops herd is coming to Auckland Museum. It's a chance to come face-to-face with five fossil skeletons of one of the most iconic…
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Panmure's iconic roundabout sign finally returns
The 15 metre tall Panmure roundabout sign spelling out the suburb's name, stood in the centre of a notorious three-lane roundabout that was for years a car…
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Ashhurst locals say they have no connection to new electorate
The redrawing of boundary lines means Ashhurst, which is just outside Palmerston North, is now in the Wairarapa electorate. The boundaries were changed late…
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Sports Chat for 23 September 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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New Zealand’s most desired workplace revealed
Where do New Zealanders want to work? According to a new survey, the answer is Green Cross Health. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Pahiatua locals don't hold back at public meeting
Pahiatua locals have flocked to a public meeting to discuss the state of their teetering healthcare service on Tuesday night. The meeting - one of three…
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Weekly Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni
Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel.
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Big changes could be on the way for rugby in NZ
The biggest decision makers in New Zealand's rugby establishment are meeting to chart the course of the game on our shores. NZ Rugby Players Association chief…
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Lillian Hanly discusses Nicky Hager’s new book
Investigative journalist and author Nicky Hager has released a new book called Dirty Work, an exposé of the Taxpayers' Union. Political reporter Lillian Hanly…
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Sports Chat for 23 September 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Police Association responds to new move on order laws
The New Zealand Police will soon have the power to order people to move elsewhere if they are being disorderly, begging or rough sleeping, after the…
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Firefighters claim to be missing out on valuable training
New firefighters say they're missing out on valuable training by not having live fire training in this country. Last September, the live fire cells in…
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Former ECE teacher discusses National’s school start check plan
National has announced it will bring in a school start check to assess whether five year olds have hit certain milestones before they go to school. Claire…
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Liz Gregory discusses Gloriavale Trust losing charities status
Campaigners are welcoming Gloriavale's Christian Church Community Trust being stripped of its charitable status. The Charities Registration Board has…
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Report says workplace harm cost $5.5 billion last year
Formed in 2010, the same year 29 men died in the Pike River mine workplace, following numerous warnings of a potential catastrophe, the Health and Safety Forum…
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Mitch McCann live from UN following Donald Trump’s speech
US President Donald Trump says he is deciding whether to pursue war or peace with Iran. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, he said he could "annihilate the…
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Sports Chat for 23 September 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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The evolution of Auckland’s inner suburbs
Auckland's villa-lined and leafy central suburbs are some of the city's most sought after and expensive, with the trendiest cafes and bars. But Grey Lynn and…
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World news wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
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NZ dollar drops to 13-and-a-half year low against Aussie dollar
The New Zealand dollar has fallen sharply against the Australian dollar to a 13-and-a-half year low. ASB Acting Chief Economist Kim Mundy spoke to Ingrid…
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Morning Report Essentials Tuesday 22 September
Labour leader Chris Hipkins discusses landlord tax; Dr Mamaeroa David discusses flu vaccination funding; Winston Peters looks back on his stint as Foreign…
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Vital Northland lifeline set to reopen after floods
Russell Road into Helena Bay, Teal Bay, Oakura and Whangaruru was swamped at the start of the year by landslides. Work to clear the vital lifeline has…
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Wairarapa electorate one to watch this election
Wairarapa is shaping up to be an electorate worth watching in November's election. It's a big electorate that takes in Central Hawke's Bay, Tararua and now…
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Tak Mutu on Rotorua's mountain biking future
Rotorua's mountain bike community is planning its next move, as its 10-year deal with the Crankworx festival expires next year. The industry is a huge part of…
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Auckland disability care home hailed as a turnaround success
A house providing round-the-clock care for adults living with intellectual disabilities in Auckland is being hailed as a turn-around success, giving residents…
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Susan Edmunds looks into the supermarket duopoly
Supermarkets have become a key topic for the election. But how much has the duopoly structure been to blame for rising prices? Money correspondent Susan…
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Search begins for plane missing since 1978
A search is about to get underway for a plane that went missing with seven people onboard almost half a century ago. Reporter Katie Todd spoke to John Campbell…
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Government rejects Gigablue's bid for marine carbon research
The government has turned down an international start-up request for law changes so it could carry out controversial marine carbon research in New Zealand…
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins discusses landlord tax decision
Labour's ruling out making any changes to interest deductibility rules for landlords if elected. That's despite decrying it as a 'tax cut for landlords'…
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Rotorua faces turning point as Crankworx contract ends
Rotorua's mayor says the Government needs to step up in support of regional tourism as the internationally renowned mountain biking destination faces a turning…
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Northland offers free buses for World Car Free Day
With petrol prices climbing once again, more people will be considering using alternate transport options. And today just so happens to be World Car Free Day…
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Jo Moir discusses Labour’s landlord tax deductibility decision
Labour is ruling out making any changes to interest deductibility settings for landlords if elected - despite decrying the policy at the time. RNZ's Political…
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School readiness plan prompts concerns over toilet training
A primary school principal says about a quarter of children starting school are not independently toilet trained. It follows National's announcement to lay out…
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Dr Mamaeroa David discusses flu vaccination funding
An Auckland-based GP says Pharmac's decision to fully fund flu vaccinations for children under five from this winter is making a difference, and not just for…
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Winston Peters looks back on his stint as Foreign Minister
Winston Peters delivered his final speech as Foreign Affairs minister in this government yesterday, reflecting on what he called a deeply troubled world…
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Morning business news for Tuesday 22 September
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
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Dr Jason Mitchell discusses HIV outbreak in Fiji
Those leading the fight against HIV in Fiji are also having to deal with dangerous drug practices and misinformation. The country's government has declared a…
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Live update from Japan as Typhoon Dujuan hits
Almost two million people have been urged to evacuate as Typhoon Dujuan batters Japan. Tens of thousands are without power, flights have been cancelled, and…
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Morning rural news for Tuesday 22 September
Southland just had what's believed to be its wettest winter in nearly half a century, making for difficult lambing and calving conditions. Rural News on…
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New rural GP practice opens in Hawke’s Bay
A new rural GP practice is opening up in Hawke's Bay, despite a nationwide shortage of doctors. After fundraising over $1.2 million, Takapau Health Centre is…
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World news wrap for Tuesday 22 September
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
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Labour rules out changing landlord interest deductibility
Labour is ruling out changing interest deductibility settings for landlords, if it's elected in November. While in government, Labour stopped property…
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Morning Report Essentials Monday 21 September
Christopher Luxon discusses supermarkets, AI and the Warriors; Labour's Arena Williams discusses new supermarket policy; David Seymour responds to supermarket…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Archie Milligan.
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World's first indigenous language robot interpreter
There is no official Maori sign language but increasingly, signs for Maori concepts are being used within New Zealand Sign Language, as Turi Maori, Maori who…
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Weather, parrots, rugby and a DJ: The battle for Tukituki
What do a meteorologist, a parrot trainer, a former All Black captain and a DJ have in common? They're all vying to be the next MP for Tukituki in Hawke's Bay…
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Should you rent your house if you can't sell?
Property sales have slowed and it can be hard going for people wanting to sell a house. That's driving some to decide to rent out their places instead. But is…