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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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Susan Edmunds explores AI's role in personal finance
We are using AI in more aspects of our lives, but have you got it managing your finances? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been talking to some people who…
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Remembering the life and career of Sam Neill
Sam Neill is being remembered as a truly brilliant actor, a giant of the screen and a real old-school movie star. His family announced his death in Sydney…
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New report highlights rise in organ and tissue donations
Last year there were almost 300 life saving or life-changing organ and tissue donations across the country. Organ Donation New Zealand released its 2025 Annual…
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Chris Hipkins responds to latest RNZ-Reid Research poll
The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll continues to have Labour on top, despite a drop in support. It's sitting on 34 percent - down 1.6 percent since March, but…
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Repeat recycling offenders face losing bins
A new Hauraki District Council policy will see repeat recycling offenders stripped of their bins. From September 1, residents who put the wrong things in their…
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Brigitte Morten reacts to National's polling slide
National has fallen to its lowest level of support under Christopher Luxon in the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll. The party is now sitting on 28.7 percent -…
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SolarZero customers feel left behind by solar plans
Angry SolarZero customers say they feel forgotten as National and Labour announce plans to help more households install solar power systems. SolarZero went…
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Sir Grahame Sydney remembers screen legend Sam Neill
Sir Grahame Sydney spoke to John Campbell about Neill's legacy.
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Auckland Council responds to roaming dog concerns
An Auckland charity says New Zealand needs a 24/7 desexing clinic to tackle the country's roaming dog problem. Auckland Council's Community Director, Rachel…
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K Road residents discuss impact of move-on orders
The boss of a homeless outreach organisation says fear about move-on orders are pushing people out of Auckland's CBD and into neighbouring suburbs. Political…
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Jo Moir breaks down the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll
It's more bad news for National, continuing its slide down to 28.7 percent in the latest RNZ-Reid Research poll, while Opportunity is closer to breaking into…
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Study links nitrate exposure to higher pre-term birth risk
A groundbreaking New Zealand study suggests nitrate-polluted drinking water may increase the risk of pre-term birth. The lead author, Canterbury University's…
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BBC's Dan Johnson with latest on Ann Widdecombe case
UK counter-terrorism police are now leading the investigation into the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe, following new information and evidence. BBC…
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Charlotte Cook reports on hidden phone addiction
Psychologists are warning most of us are addicted to our phones, but we don't realise it until we get help for other problems. Cell phone addiction is not…
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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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Kate Rodger discusses the death of actor Sam Neill
Tributes are pouring in from across the globe for actor Sam Neill, who died in Sydney at the age of 78. Film journalist Kate Rodger spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 13 July
Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks to John Campbell; Todd McClay on strengthening ties with India; BBC's Frank Gardner discusses latest from Middle East…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Gavin Coote.
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Kate Bush fans prepare for Wuthering Heights dance day
Kate Bush fans are being encouraged to glam themselves up and join a worldwide homage to the idiosyncratic singer and one of her most iconic songs. The Most…
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Matariki and snow boost Mount Hutt visitor numbers
The manager of Mount Hutt is thanking the public holiday of Matariki, and the wintry blast that preceded it, for the busiest day the ski field has had in a…
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Locals push for change after violent deaths in Hokianga
In the Far North's Hokianga locals are feeling isolated and afraid following two violent deaths in the district. Northland reporter Peter de Graaf reports.
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OECD data puts New Zealand at bottom for wage growth
Data from the OECD shows New Zealand at the bottom of the world in terms of wage growth. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking at the figures and…
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Brendon McCullum sacked as England test coach
Brendon McCullum has been sacked as head coach of England's test team, after four years in the role. BBC reporter Henry Moeran spoke to John Campbell.
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Robert Patman discusses latest hostilities between US and Iran
The reignition of hostilities between the United States and Iran has again closed the Strait of Hormuz and seen Iranian missiles fired at targets throughout…
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Saving Hope launches mobile clinic for dog de-sexing
An animal charity says New Zealand is at a crisis point with thousands of unwanted puppies born, and hundreds of roaming dog attacks, every year. Saving Hope…
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Todd McClay on strengthening ties with India
The government's celebrating the relationship with India, after a historic trip by its Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trade Minister Todd McClay spoke to Ingrid…
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Josh Moorby on dream All Blacks debut against Italy
All Black debutant Josh Moorby's barnstorming display during the weekend's 47-17 victory over Italy in Wellington capped a memorable 28th birthday for the…
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Players seek answers over future of netball in New Zealand
Question marks continue to hang over the future of Netball's ANZ Premiership. It is the third straight year players have entered the season without certainty…
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Inside IKEA’s Hawke’s Bay forestry operation
Swedish furniture company IKEA says it has 'nothing to hide' with its forestry operations and is proud of what it's doing in New Zealand. The company owns…
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Road users react to roads of national significance u-turn
The government has admitted its Roads of National Significance programme is too expensive with the future of several projects unclear. National Road Carriers…
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Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks to John Campbell
Winston Peters spoke to John Campbell following the weekend's visit by the Indian Prime Minister and last week's test of a nuclear capable missile by China in…
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Construction sector continues to shrink, industry warns
The building and construction sector is shrinking and showing little sign of improvement this year. Chief Executive of New Zealand Certified Builders Malcolm…
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BBC’s Frank Gardner discusses latest from Middle East
Iran has targeted US military sites across the Middle East, after facing another wave of strikes by the United States. BBC's security correspondent Frank…
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Morning rural news
The financial toll of extreme weather is mounting, as insurers grapple with rising claims and getting more life out of vines for longer could enhance New…
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Have rising fuel prices changed travel habits for good?
Petrol prices have fallen back below three dollars a litre, for now. But, has the fuel crisis shifted any of our transport habits for good? Climate change…
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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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Hone McGregor on Modi's visit to New Zealand
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi jetted in and out of New Zealand over the weekend, meeting with Christopher Luxon and members of the business community…
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 9 July
GP discusses rise in number of homeless being hospitalised; New non-invasive tests for endometriosis rolled out in the UK; Julian Wilcox previews Matariki…
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Kara Rickard previews the Waiata 100 final countdown
New Zealand has been counting down its top 100 songs in this year's Waiata 100 on RNZ National. Today, more songs will be revealed, before the top songs are…
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Teen pianist Shan Liu set for NZSO mainstage debut
In two weeks' time, Shan Liu will make his mainstage, solo debut with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra in Wellington. The 16-year-old Auckland piano player…
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Solar-powered eye clinic slashes costs and waste
A Hawke's Bay eye clinic is yet to spend a dollar on power this year, and has halved the amount of waste it generates per patient. Health correspondent Kate…
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Kainga Ora taking thousands of tenants to tribunal
Kainga Ora has been busy in the Tenancy Tribunal, taking thousands of tenants to task. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking into it and spoke to…
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Auckland's City Rail Link put through major test
Some lucky train enthusiasts are getting a glimpse of how Auckland's City Rail Link is expected to operate during peak times. The entire Auckland rail network…
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Julian Wilcox previews Matariki events
The theme for this year's Matariki public holiday is 'Matariki Herenga Waka - Matariki For Everyone' and organisers say more and more people are embracing the…
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CEO interview: Mitre 10’s Lindsay Rowles
Australian retail veteran Lindsay Rowles started as the new head of Mitre 10 in March after a senior role at Foodstuffs. He's touring the country's Mitre 10…
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Torrential rain continues to hit the lower North Island
Torrential rain and galeforce winds continues to lash the lower North Island. A heavy rain warning remains in place further north in the Tararua District and…