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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.
Episodes
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Commonwealth Games closing ceremony underway in Glasgow
The Commonwealth Games are wrapping up in Glasgow, with the closing ceremony underway. Eliza McCartney leads the team into the stadium as the flag bearer…
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Julie White discusses continued growth in travel sector
The Middle East conflict and rising fuel prices don't seem to have stopped kiwis from travelling. Data from the Travel Agents' Association of New Zealand shows…
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Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.
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Paul Spoonley discusses NZ First’s new parent payment policy
New Zealand First has announced a policy to pay parents $5000 a year for the first three years of a child's life, for up to three children per family. Party…
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New policies announced by ACT, New Zealand First
From the cradle to the classroom to the board room, it's been a busy weekend for politicians. ACT and New Zealand First both announced new policies and the PM…
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Tiaki Wai chair Will Peet discusses Wellington water bills
Wellington households are receiving their first water bills from the region's new water entity, Tiaki Wai, with some facing higher costs than expected. Tiaki…
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Chris Bishop discusses Fast-Track Approvals Act
The Government says its Fast-Track Approvals Act is about cutting through red tape to get more projects built sooner. But councils and community groups are…
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Silver Fern, Kimiora Poi speaks following Commonwealth Gold win
The Silver Ferns are on top of the netballing world, winning gold at the Commonwealth Games overnight. Kimiora Poi spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from onboard the…
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Andrew Geddis discusses government’s use of urgency
The coalition government has passed more legislation under urgency than any other parliament since at least 2008, according to data given to RNZ by the…
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Latest from Washington as Trump pauses further strikes on Iran
US President Donald Trump says he is halting further strikes on Iran, claiming the parameters of a deal to end the war have been reached. Correspondent Jagruti…
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Locals say Queenstown tourism reputation at risk
The number of international visitors to Queenstown is soaring above pre-pandemic levels but some locals say the town has reached a tipping point with crowding…
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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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Hawke's Bay grower discusses food cost transparency
Growers are calling for more transparency in the food supply chain, saying they're often left wondering where the money goes between the farm, and the…
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Morning Report Essentials for Friday July 31
Helen Clark discusses Peters' comments to Lawrence Xu-Nan; Community Board rep: Council mergers put local voice at risk; Samuel "Q" Belk discusses planned…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the Tasman to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Richard Willingham from ABC in Victoria.
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Chrome Horsepower Festival organiser, Azhar Bhamji
It's a motorhead's paradise in the Waikato this weekend as thousands of enthusiasts from different vehicle scenes attend the Chrome Horsepower Festival…
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David Liti speaks to Morning Report following gold medal
Leonard Powell spoke to Weightlifter David Liti at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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Susan Edmunds on the Australia migration trend
Thousands of us have headed across the Tasman in recent years, looking for better job opportunities or less cost-of-living pressure. But economists say the…
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Weekly Sports Panel: Dana Johannsen and Lima Sopoaga
RNZ Sports Editor Dana Johannsen and All Black and Manu Samoa player, Lima Sopoaga join Morning Report for this week's sports panel.
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Helen Clark discusses Peters’ comments to Lawrence Xu-Nan
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has come under fire from government coalition partners, political rivals, and the Chinese ambassador over comments he made…
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Food festival showcases rescued ingredients
The month-long food festival Wellington on a Plate opens this weekend, with a smorgasbord of nearly 100 events and more than 240 burgers on the menu. Everybody…
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Franklin councillor discusses opening of two new train stations
Two brand new train stations will be opening in Auckland on Sunday. Auckland Transport says the Drury and Paerata stations will put South Auckland and Franklin…
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Leonard Powell live from Commonwealth Games
Leonard Powell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss live from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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Matthew Cutler discusses need for warmer rentals
Housing advocates are calling for changes to rental standards as students suffer through cold Dunedin winters, in some cases it's warmer outside than inside…
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Chinese embassy raises concerns over Peters comments
There's been condemnation across the House after Winston Peters told Green Party MP Lawrence Xu-Nan to go back to his own country. The Chinese-born MP, is a…
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Samuel Q Belk discusses planned Arrowtown development
A plan to fast-track the consenting and building of more than 1200 homes near Arrowtown is drawing strong opposition from locals. Queenstown Lakes District…
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Tom Phillips’ former partner speaks to Mihingarangi Forbes
For some, the Tom Phillips saga ended on the day he was shot dead by police on a lonely country road. But Cat Christey, whose children were abducted for…
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Regulation ministry urges government to legalise plug-in solar
The Ministry for Regulation has recommended legalising plug-in solar and allowing accredited installers to sign off on an installation without an inspection…
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BBC’s Henry Moeran reports on Stephen Fleming’s appointment
Kiwi cricketer Stephen Fleming has been confirmed as the new coach for England's test side. Fleming replaces fellow Kiwi Brendon McCullum, who was sacked…
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Live update from Bordeaux as wildfires burn
Wildfires are continuing to rage across France, Spain and Greece, as firefighters face intense heat and powerful winds. Correspondent Ross Cullen spoke to John…
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Water bills climbing as infrastructure costs mount
Water bills in Auckland and Wellington are about to climb, as water companies try to catch up on decades of under-investment. Luka Forman reports.
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World news wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's James Gooderson.
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Community Board rep: Council mergers put local voice at risk
Community Boards are the smallest units of representation within many councils. Many are worried proposals to amalgamate councils will mean smaller communities…
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 30 July
EDs swamped as winter illness takes hold; Redevelopment of Scott Base to get underway; Leading cancer research institute struggles with funding; Biometric…
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Commonwealth Games update with Adam Burns
A celebration is underway at New Zealand House for some of the medalists, including 100m gold medalist Zoe Hobbs.
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Ryan Fox success reaches local bakery
The bakery Ryan Fox gave a shout out after his British open win is being inundated with customers from far and wide. Rollers in Auckland's Northcote had queues…
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'Simple things make it really difficult'
Why pensioner households have had fastest inflation.
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Mixed feelings on reopening of Mt Maunganui Mauau
The iwi of Tauranga Moana say the recent landslides on Mt Maunganui Mauau is their mountain telling them he is not ready to accept people yet. Six slips have…
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Biometric EFTPOS payments on the way
Kiwis could soon be able to make purchases using their face or hand. EFTPOS New Zealand is rolling out new biometric payment terminals that will allow people…
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Leading cancer research institute struggles with funding
The CEO of New Zealand's biggest independent medical research organisation, the Malaghan Institute, says the ongoing challenge of funding the organisation…
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How Hawkes Bay has become an AI robotics hub
A surge in global demand for robotics and AI from the apple industry is driving big changes for a Hawke's Bay robot manufacturer.And while there are concerns…
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Govt plan to lure tourists with $800,000 AI boost
The Government is hoping that investing 800 thousand dollars in AI search tools for tourists will help boost visitor numbers to New Zealand. The money, from…
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Today marks 100 days until the election
There are just a hundred days to go until the November 7 election in what is shaping up to be one of the tightest campaigns in recent memory. Deputy political…
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SPCA slams govt for fireworks response
The government has decided not to ban the public sale of fireworks, going against the recommendation from Parliament's Petitions Committee. The committee…