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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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Why are student flats in Dunedin freezing?
Dunedin university students continue to live in flats that are colder inside than out, despite meeting Healthy Home Standards. Tess Brunton reports.
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EDs swamped as winter illness takes hold
The government says it's been preparing for the annual inundation since March, investing an additional $25 million to up staffing levels and add extra beds…
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ERO calls for national framework for AI use in schools
A new report by the Education Review Office says generative AI is becoming part of every day school life but three quarters of schools want more guidance from…
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Why cities struggle to make public transport work
A public transport expert says cities around the world are struggling to change their infrastructure for the needs of public transport. A public transport…
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Tararua wary of amalgamation plans
Tararua District Council has taken on community feedback and won't be hurrying to meet the government's deadline on amalgamation. Mayor Scott Gilmore spoke to…
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Aftershocks continue in Japan after massive earthquake
Rescuers in Japan have had to contend with more than 100 aftershocks following the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck in the Kumamoto Prefecture on Tuesday…
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Morning rural news
The future of New Zealand's food security is shaping up to be a key election issue this year, meanwhile all eyes will be on today's national wool auction to…
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US company feels effects of AI hack
The US company at the sharp end of the first fully autonomous AI hack has revealed what it was like. Phil Pennington reports
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World news wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with our correspondent James Gooderson.
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Redevelopment of Scott Base to get underway
The redevelopment of Scott Base is finally set to get under way. Antarctica New Zealand chair Leon Grice spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday July 29
Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Vanushi Walters; Former Defence Minister on Russian man's alleged spying for NZ; Under-16s social media ban: Tensions brew…
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Freezing Dunedin student flat to get makeover
Castle Street's 'The Feisty Goat' flat is freezing and damp. It's the subject of a case study by Aero Solutions, which has developed air sealing technology…
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Music promoter sees potential in revamped Western Springs Bowl
Auckland's Western Springs is being transformed into a dedicated outdoor venue for summer concerts and festivals. Rugby and other sport will be hosted there in…
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Academic: How financial literacy could help Kiwis' wealth
Researchers say there may be a simple way to improve New Zealanders' wealth. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to AUT academic Bart Frijns.
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Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Vanushi Walters
Nicola Willis and Vanushi Walters joined Morning Report's Ingrid Hipkiss for the Weekly Political Panel to discuss paid parental leave, the Opportunity Party…
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Fewer potholes? Kiwi startup developing alternatives to bitumen
Auckland Transport and Fulton Hogan will soon be trialling a tree-based roading product that promises to make roads more resilient. The material has been…
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Director of liquidated Burger Burger on fight to save business
Restaurant chain Burger Burger went into liquidation, after the company announced it owed $1.8 million. Its director Mimi Gilmour spoke to Guyon Espiner.
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Netsafe: Parents figuring out how to protect kids from AI risks
The Norton Insights Report: Connected Kids found that parents are increasingly aware of the need to protect their children from new threats, but are still…
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'Left to rot': Akl residents on stalled Kainga Ora development
Hundreds of homes were set to be built on O'Donnell Avenue, as part of Kainga Ora's Wesley West development. But the Government's reset of the agency has…
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Under-16s social media ban: Tensions brew within coalition
National's Erica Stanford has failed to get support from either ACT or NZ First for legislation banning under 16s from social media. She's sounding out Labour…
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Industry welcomes loosened RSE rules for trusted employers
Employers with a strong track record will have fewer compliance checks, and workers will be able to move between employers, under changes announced by…
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Commonwealth Games: Lewis Clareburt clinches gold for 400m IM
New Zealand swimmer Lewis Clareburt has won gold in the men's 400m individual medley at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Reporter Leonard Powell is in Glasgow…
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Former Defence Minister on Russian man's alleged spying for NZ
Russian security services have arrested a 55-year-old Khabarovsk resident over accusations he spied for New Zealand. Former Defence Minister Wayne Mapp finds…
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Japan earthquake: People missing in collapsed buildings
Several people are trapped in a shopping centre and paper factory, after a strong earthquake in Kyushu island. The BBC's diplomatic correspondent Caroline…
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Early sports update with Nathan Rarere
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. He spoke to Guyon Espiner.
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The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke
Non-tariff measures are increasingly a barrier to many of New Zealand exporters. Meanwhile, farmers are being encouraged to get ahead with their fertiliser…
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Locals sceptical about plans to build 1200 homes near Arrowtown
More than 120 locals met at Arrowtown Rugby Club yesterday to discuss their concerns about a fast-tracked development of the Ridgeburn subdivision. Meanwhile…
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World news wrap
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with correspondent James Gooderson.
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Horse trainer on proposal to shut seven tracks
The horse racing industry has proposed shutting down seven race tracks and 12 other venues to keep the sport sustainable. Oamaru-based harness racing trainer…
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 July 2026
Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to Corin Dann; Dr Mamaeroa David on protecting against winter illness; Major disruption to businesses as slips continue at…
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NZ film festival’s artistic director Paolo Bertolin
International Film Festival has showcased feature films from across the globe, kicking off at the Civic with the Aotearoa premiere of drama Big Girls Don't…
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Lewis Clareburt wins New Zealand's first gold in the pool
Our reporter Adam Burns in Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games and saw it all happen.
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Hunters help stock food banks with venison
With food costs on the up, a national programme to get hunters donating game to local food banks is hitting the mark. Game Changer NZ is helping hunters…
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Bill Hammond painting tipped to fetch $1.8 million
An iconic New Zealand painting by artist Bill Hammond is going under the hammer, and it's expected to fetch up to $1.8 million. Luka Forman reports.
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Paid parental leave back in political spotlight
Parental leave is back in the news again, with National promising to increase the number of weeks that people can take off, paid, when they have a baby. But…
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Experts explain recent earthquake activity
It's been a shaky few days with a number of strong earthquakes around the country. A magnitude 5.9 earthquake near Taumaranui on Saturday was felt across much…
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to Corin Dann
With three months to go until the election, there's been a flurry of policy announcements from parties across the political spectrum. Labour's leader Chris…
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Beats on the Lawn Bowling green
Our reporter in Glasgow, Leonard Powell has watching the bowls, and noticed something he wouldn't have associated with the sport... music!
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Longest suspension bridge in New Zealand opens
The new bridge across the Hooker River spans 189 metres, replacing the previous crossing that closed last April after rainfall and storms caused riverbank…
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Former trade minister Tim Groser discusses latest US tariffs
Prime Minister Christoper Luxon is calling the latest attempt by the United States to impose a 12.5 percent tariff on New Zealand "ridiculous." Former trade…
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Dr Mamaeroa David on protecting against winter illness
The winter chill we're currently experiencing is bringing with it a host of viruses, with it seeming like many are being slammed by bug after bug. Dr Mamaeroa…
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Rising fuel costs hit rural school attendance
Social workers are warning some children in rural areas are missing out on too many days at school because their parents cannot afford the fuel to drive them…
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Political update: Luxon rules out working with Opportunity
Christopher Luxon has explicitly ruled out going into government with the Opportunity Party, as the aspiring kingmaker creeps ever closer to Parliament. Deputy…
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Transpower’s Chantelle Bramley discusses cold snap power demand
The cold snap being felt across the country has forced New Zealand's electricity grid operator to call on power companies to increase generation. Transpower is…
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Country's first AI Health Coach launched
One of New Zealand's largest privately owned healthcare providers has launched the country's first AI Health Coach in routine patient care.
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Calls for tightening of laws following Berlin Pride attack
German officials have called for laws around known extremists to be tightened, in the wake of the attack at a Pride event in Berlin. Thomas Sparrow spoke to…
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The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke
A joint New Zealand-China research project tackling methane emissions is one of four to get a big funding boost, meanwhile there's no need to panic about a…
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Matthew Theunissen reports from St Mary's Bay sinkhole
A large sink hole has appeared on a street in Auckland's St Mary's Bay with residents concerned what it will do to the ageing water infrastructure below…
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Live update on wildfires in France and Spain
Firefighters in France and Spain are facing a race against time to contain wildfires before a new heatwave bears down. Correspondent William Denselow spoke to…