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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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Uncertainty over future of Auckland's Avondale Racecourse
More than 130 years of horse racing is coming to an end at Auckland's Avondale Racecourse with the final race day set for next Wednesday. reports.
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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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Oamaru club president discusses flooding clean up
Households and businesses in Oamaru are in clean-up mode after torrential rain and flooding. Floodwaters seeped into the Oamaru Club's clubrooms. President…
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 6 July
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; Waitaki District declares state of emergency; Health NZ boss discusses strain on system at winter…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper.
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Bike Auckland backs real-time travel comparison signs
Cycling advocates are welcoming a new initiative they hope will get more Aucklanders thinking about how they travel. By October this year, Auckland Transport…
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Matariki celebrations continue to grow
This Friday will mark the fifth year that New Zealand has celebrated Matariki as a public holiday. The theme this year is 'Matariki For Everyone' and…
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Are things finally starting to feel better?
After a tough few years, economists say better times might be just around the corner. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Anna Fifield discusses China's new ethnic unity law
Academics say China's new ethnic unity law has implications for people living outside of the country and New Zealanders should be concerned. Anna Fifield…
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Academics warn of reach of China's new ethnic unity law
Academics say China's new ethnic unity law has implications for people living outside of the country and New Zealanders should be concerned. The Ethnic Unity…
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Oamaru resident discusses overnight flooding
Daylight in Oamaru is revealing the full extent of the damage left behind by heavy overnight flooding. Resident Raylene Mulligan braved floodwaters to get to…
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Genesis chief discusses growing energy cost concerns
More than three quarters of New Zealanders say rising energy costs have had a major or moderate impact on their household budget within the last six months…
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Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.
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Elaine Reese on boosting toddlers' communication skills
Research from the University of Otago shows that something as simple as asking open-ended questions and weaving conversations into everyday activities help…
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ACT proposes new protections for pets and abuse victims
The ACT Party is promising to make it illegal to use family pets to control and coerce victims of family violence, if elected. Political reporter Tuwhenuaroa…
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Tony Johnson discusses All Blacks win against France
The All Blacks welcomed new coach Dave Rennie to the hotseat with a thrilling two-point victory over France in Christchurch over the weekend. Commentator and…
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Health NZ boss discusses strain on system at winter
Health NZ chief executive Dr Dale Bramley spoke to John Campbell.
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Health system struggles with seasonal surge in illness
More beds have been added in hospitals around the country, as the health system battles a seasonal surge in illness. Health correspondent Kate Green reports.
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Waitaki District declares state of emergency
Heavy rain has flooded homes and businesses in the Waitaki District. A welfare evacuation centre has been opened in Oamaru with more than 20 people choosing to…
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Young Farmer of the Year winner, Tom Slee
Farming excellence runs in the family for the latest Young Farmer of the year winner, who's taken home the prize 27 years after his dad did. Tom Slee spoke to…
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Live update from Venezuela as searches continue following quake
Thousands of families are still searching for their missing loved-ones in Venezuela, after two huge earthquakes. Caracas-based journalist Rosali Hernandez…
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Dairy farmers falling short of fertiliser reporting rules
Almost 40 percent of dairy farmers are failing to meet the legal requirement to report their use of nitrogen fertiliser. Keiller MacDuff reports.
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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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Dunedin weather update with mayor Sophie Barker
Dunedin Mayor Sophie Barker spoke to John Campbell with an update on weather conditions following a night of heavy rain.
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Morning Report Essentials for Friday 3 July
Erica Stanford on boosting language skills before school; Homeless Aucklanders respond to emergency housing targets; MSD chief responds to criticism of housing…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Richard Willingham from ABC in Tasmania.
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Finalists prepare for national kapa haka title showdown
Thousands have turned out in force to support the Secondary School national kapa haka competition in Tauranga. Maori News Journalist Layla Bailey McDowell…
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NZ Fungi Fest wraps up after month-long celebration
Fans of mushrooms in the Bay of Plenty have had a whole month to celebrate their favourite fungi at the annual NZ Fungi Fest. Four weeks of talks, workshops…
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Estate planning experts say don't forget the family pet
Public Trust says only about five percent of people consider their furry friends when they're doing their estate planning. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds…
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Weekly Sports Panel: Abby Wilson and Joe Porter
1 News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and RNZ rugby reporter Joe Porter join Morning Report for this week's sports panel.
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Meridian CEO Mike Roan speaks to John Campbell
For weeks we've been hearing from listeners about the increase in their power bills going into winter. Now big power companies will now need to offer…
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All Black Fletcher Newell speaks to John Campbell
The All Blacks are gearing up to face off against France in the first game in the Nations Championship. They'll play in front of a sold-out Te Kaha stadium in…
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Devonport residents oppose fast-tracked development
Some residents on Auckland's North Shore are worried a proposed new development will be pushed through the fast-track process without locals getting a say…
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Debate erupts over future of Auckland's central suburbs
Residents of Auckland's central suburbs have come out swinging against a plan that could see 15 storey apartment blocks next to the historic villas and…
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Erica Stanford on boosting language skills before school
Hundreds of early childhood centres will soon offer a new language development programme to give children the skills they need before they start school…
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MSD chief responds to criticism of housing targets
The Ministry of Social Development's boss is defending linking staff performance with cutting emergency housing numbers, saying it's executing the government's…
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Homeless Aucklanders respond to emergency housing targets
The Ministry of Social Development's boss is defending linking staff performance with cutting emergency housing numbers, saying it's executing the government's…
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Cotality's Craig Dargusch on climate risk and house prices
New research shows house hunters are pushing climate risk aside in the name of affordability. Analysis from property data firm Cotality suggests many…
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Seafood NZ discusses calls for a ban on fishing tarakihi
An environmental group wants a total ban on fishing tarakihi after an assessment found its stocks have plummeted. Seafood New Zealand general manager of…
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BBC analyst discusses devastating attack on Kyiv
At least 20 people have been killed in a large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine's capital. Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko has declared a day of mourning. He says…
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Flood-risk homes being snapped up by house-hunters
Instead of avoiding homes at risk of flood, house-hunters are snapping them up at a discount. Data from the property analyst firm Cotality shows that buyer…
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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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Review finds widespread failures in government tech
A review of government tech has found a raft of failures including duplication, a lack of prioritisation, progress and strategy. Matt Crockett, one of the…
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 2 July
Tama Potaka responds to criticism of housing targets; Study finds asbestos in play sand can become airborne; Chris Brandolino discusses El Nino outlook; Toy…
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Three brothers among Song Quest semi-finalists
This year's Song Quest marks the event's 70th year, with the new name: the Kiri Te Kanawa Song Quest. This year, half of the semi-finalists have Maori or…
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New planning rules simplify building on Maori land
New standards for building homes on Maori land come into effect today. They are replacing the patchwork of council provisions with a single set of planning…