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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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Young readers compete for Kids Lit Quiz title
More than 30 children from around the world have converged on the Bay of Islands to compete in the final of this year's Kids Lit Quiz. 13-year-old AJ Salerno…
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New non-invastive tests for endometriosis rolled out in the UK
In England and Wales, new non-invastive tests for endometriosis are being rolled out. GPs will be able to recommend a saliva or gut electrical signal test as…
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Solar Panel installer responds to Labour's policy announcement
A solar panel installer says Labour's new solar policy won't provide anywhere near enough money to get the level of solar investment the country needs…
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Westpac senior economist responds to OCR rise
For the first time in three years the Reserve Bank has lifted the official cash rate, economists are divided on whether that's the right call, although there's…
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GP discusses rise in number of homeless being hospitalised
Data from Health New Zealand shows the number of homeless people being hospitalised has doubled in six years. The number has leapt from just under a thousand…
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Report warns of soaring infrastructure flood costs
A report out today estimates flooding could cause more than three quarters of a billion dollars a year to infrastructure by 2075, if greenhouse gas emissions…
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Latest from NATO summit with correspondent Stuart Smith
US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over. He made the comments from the NATO summit in Turkey, after Iran and the US traded fresh…
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Hospitalisations among homeless people double in six years
More homeless people are ending up in hospital with the latest figures showing hospitalisations have doubled over six years. Political reporter Lauren Crimp…
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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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Robbie Paora previews Matariki hautapu ceremony
Thousands of people are expected to gather at Takaparawhau, Bastion Point in Auckland tomorrow morning where Ngati Whatua Orakei will host this year's national…
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Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 8 July
Weekly Political Panel: Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni; Kai Co co-founder responds to grocery sector report; Former detective discusses Red Fox Supreme…
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Tasman GP amongst Wearable Art Show finalists
A Tasman-based doctor is among the finalists for this years' World of Wearable Art Show. GP Ben Ng-Wai Shing spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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More Americans moving to New Zealand to live
More Americans are coming to New Zealand, not just as tourists, but to stay. Reporter Ke-Xin Li spoke to some of these American-New Zealanders to find out why…
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New research on state of Hauraki Gulf released
Researchers say the Hauraki Gulf is struggling under the pressure of environmental change and immediate action is needed. Gulf Forum Nicola Rata-MacDonald…
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Money correspondent Susan Edmunds
It's the school holidays - and it seems many New Zealanders have regained some confidence to travel. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking at the…
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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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New Marsden Point fuel storage tanks completed
The government is celebrating the completion of new fuel storage tanks in Northland, which its hopes will bolster the country's fuel supply against unexpected…
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Former detective discusses Red Fox Supreme Court decision
Mark Hoggart and James Wilson were arrested and charged with Bush’s murder and aggravated robbery at the Red Fox Tavern 9 years ago. Yesterday, the Supreme…
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Is Wellington’s street design safe for disabled and elderly?
Sue Taite says she's abused by cyclists and street parking was removed without considering disabled, sick or elderly people. Wellington Council says they…
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Uncertainty over drone directives at NZDF
New Zealand troops have taken part in an exercise blowing up drones in Australia. Yet they still do not have any command directives for drones even though…
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ED doctor discusses winter flu season surge
Emergency room doctors are warning of a growing pressure on staff as the winter flu season surges towards its peak. Emergency room physician Dr Thomas Carter…
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Hundreds seek shelter at marae as flooding hits Kaikoura
Hundreds of people have sought shelter at a marae in Kaikoura after torrential rain caused widespread flooding. Manager of Takahanga Marae Chevy Allen spoke to…
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Lawyer responds to Red Fox Supreme Court decision
Two men convicted of the brutal 1987 murder of Red Fox Tavern publican Chris Bush have had those verdicts overturned by the Supreme Court. A majority found…
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Ross Cullen live from Paris following Le Pen ruling
A Paris court has cleared the way for Marine Le Pen to run for president, but with the condition she must wear an electronic ankle tag. Correspondent Ross…
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Tradies say cycleways are adding to job costs
A Wellington plumber says he's been forced to charge up to 30 percent more if clients live on streets with cycle ways and no parking or bad access. Some…
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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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Kai Co co-founder responds to grocery sector report
The latest Commerce Commission report into the wholesale grocery market found dozens of rebate, discount, and payments schemes which see $6 billion a year…
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 7 July
Chris Hipkins discusses Indian PM visit, China Pacific test; Grocery Commissioner discusses investigation into sector; ABC's Lice Movono on rising Pacific…
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SPCA Wellington Centre
Economic pressures have meant its been a tough time for animal adoption over the last year. In a bid to find homes for the animals that have been their care…
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Pregnancy Help Auckland charity at risk of closing
An Auckland charity that has been supporting families in need for 50 years says it faces closure unless it can raise $20,000 to get it through winter…
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Common household electricity money wasters
Genesis wants to ban incandescent light bulbs. But, experts say they aren't the only thing that households could be wasting money on when it comes to power…
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Clock ticking on local government reforms
The coalition government's local government reforms are fast approaching their first major deadline. Kaikoura Mayor, Craig Mackle spoke to John Campbell.
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Chris Hipkins discusses Indian PM visit, China Pacific test
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.
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Blind community concerned about infrastructure accessibility
Disabled New Zealanders say poorly designed cycle lanes and other city infrastructure make many people scared to leave their homes. Deputy chair of the…
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ABC's Lice Movono on rising Pacific tensions with China
Speculation is mounting that China's test launch of a nuclear-capable missile was a direct reaction to Australia and Fiji signing a defence agreement. ABC's…
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Red heavy rain warning for Marlborough and Canterbury
There's a red heavy rain warning for Marlborough and Canterbury between Ward and Hanmer, as well as the Kaikoura ranges. Reporter Keiller MacDuff is in…
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Teen forced to switch schools to get game time
A teenage boy has been given dispensation to play for another school because his coaches weren't giving him any game time. Despite regularly going to training…
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Changes to street parking causing issues for Wellingtonians
A Wellington woman has been forced to park across a bike lane and be verbally abused by cyclists so her disabled husband can get to their house, after her…
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College of Nurses boss highlights winter healthcare pressures
An experienced nursing leader says difficulties in accessing primary care means already-stretched emergency departments are facing even more demand this…
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Grocery Commissioner discusses investigation into sector
After a nearly two year investigation into wholesale grocery supply, the Commerce Commission says it's worried about competition and weak pricing. Grocery…
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Nicholas Khoo discusses China’s weapon test in South Pacific
Foreign Minister Winston Peters says he's 'deeply concerned' by China's testing of nuclear-capable weapons in the South Pacific. Nicholas Khoo, Associate…
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Funeral takes place for Iran’s former supreme leader and family
A huge funeral procession has taken place in Iran, as the coffins of the late supreme leader and his family members were transported through Tehran's streets…