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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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Rare South Island moa egg returning to Aotearoa
A rare South Island giant moa egg will be returned to Aotearoa, after being bought from a private collection in the United States. According to auction…
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Forest and Bird weighs in on proposed beach vehicle ban
Whangarei District Council is looking at softening a proposed bylaw change outlawing vehicles on a number of beaches after community pushback. Last month's…
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Is it still cheaper to rent a house than it is to buy one?
BNZ economists have recently looked at the numbers and found some surprising results. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking at this and spoke to…
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Study finds current alcohol advice exceeds safe levels
Experts are asking the government to adjust drinking guidelines after new research showed current advice is out of date and exceeds safe levels. The University…
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Iwi question National's Waiheke marine reserve promise
A National Party promise to set up a marine reserve off Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf is raising more questions from frustrated locals. Iwi say the party…
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Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.
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Te Tai Tonga in focus as Maori seats could shape election
With polls indicating a very tight race this election the seven Maori seats could play an influential role in who is able to form the next government. Te Tai…
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Maggie Cogger-Orr makes rugby refereeing history
Maggie Cogger-Orr is not only one of the top female rugby referees in the world, but has just set a new record for tests refereed by a New Zealand woman. She…
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‘On a roll’ campaign targets young voters
The deadline to enrol for the General Election is looming, with anyone not enrolled before Sunday not able to vote. 'On a roll' is a rangatahi-led campaign to…
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Wellington residents still struggling six months after floods
Residents in affected parts of Wellington's southern suburbs are calling for action as they continue to struggle with the aftermath of flooding six months on…
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Ngai Tahu welcomes Trade Me pounamu ban
The theft of pounamu from Te Waipounamu, the South Island, has become so big that the thieves use helicopters to lift it out from remote parts of the West…
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Latest from Australia after alleged attack on MP Helen Haines
An Australian MP is in a critical condition after being hit by a car outside her electorate office, in what's been described as a deliberate attack…
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Months after floods, Wellington residents face costly repairs
It's exactly six months since a devastating storm hit Wellington, causing flash flooding and landslides. Around 4am on Monday April 20th, nearly 80mm of rain…
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BBC's Pierre-Antoine Denis on unrest in France
France's mayors are being given the power to impose curfews, after riots across the country. Largely peaceful protests, calling for better investment in public…
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Schools say losing donation scheme payments would hit budgets
Schools in affluent communities say they can't afford to leave a government scheme that pays them not to ask parents for an annual donation. Nearly 1900…
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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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Pirongia businesses band together as bridge closure hits trade
Businesses in a rural Waikato town are banding together as a major road closure is forcing people to bypass the town. Chris McDonnell, owner of the Pirongia…
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Morning Report Essentials Monday 19 October
Christopher Luxon discusses Opportunity Party, voter enrolment; ACT pledges extra $100m a year for GPs; Calls for stricter gambling ad rules as online casinos…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the Tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper.
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Wellington jobseeker takes to streets with sign to find work
Jobseekers are having to find creative ways of standing out from the crowd as unemployment reaches a decade-high. One Wellingtonian took to walking the streets…
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Russell pub patrons treated to surprise Justin Bieber gig
A few lucky patrons at a Far North pub have been treated to an impromptu piano performance by one of the world's biggest pop stars. Justin Bieber was at the…
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Paris correspondent on France's escalating student protests
Student-led protests turned into riots in France over the weekend, in demonstrations that saw half a million people hit the streets. Correspondent Ross Cullen…
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Market update for 19 October 2026
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
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Money correspondent Susan Edmunds
Health insurance has been in the news since celebrity chef Simon Gault complained about being turned down for a procedure by Southern Cross.
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RNZ hits the road for Backroads to the Beehive
As the election campaign switches into high gear, RNZ has hit the road talking to voters in the South Island. Today is the start of a six-part series called…
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Electoral Commission boss responds to enrolment concerns
Labour and the Greens are expressing concern about enrolment numbers - as the deadline draws near. Unlike previous elections, eligible voters can no longer…
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Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.
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Greens and NZ First back South Island passenger rail revival
Talk of establishing intercity commuter trains on the South Island is increasing with two parties floating policy to make it happen. Both the Greens and New…
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Market Update for 19 October 2026
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
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Documents reveal risky police use of AI translation tools
Official documents show police investigators misused AI translation tools numerous times in seriously risky ways. One investigator used Google Translate to…
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Parties hit campaign trail as voter enrolment deadline nears
Labour and the Greens are crying foul over government moves they say will cause voter suppression this election. Yesterday RNZ revealed the Prime Minister…
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Calls for stricter gambling ad rules as online casinos loom
The problem gambling foundation is calling for stricter restrictions on gambling advertisements for the TAB, with New Zealand poised to move to licenced online…
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ACT pledges extra $100m a year for GPs
The ACT Party wants to increase funding for GPs by an additional $100 million a year for the next four years, on top of planned increases, if it makes it back…
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ADHD care remains out of reach for some despite rule changes
Despite rule changes allowing GPs to diagnose and treat ADHD, some parts of the country remain short of affordable options. Health correspondent Kate Green…
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Auckland's bumper entertainment weekend comes with hiccups
It was a bumper weekend for entertainment in Auckland, but not without hiccups. A revamped Western Springs hosted 40,000 Olivia Dean fans, but the crowd…
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Paris correspondent on France's escalating student protests
Student-led protests turned into riots in France over the weekend, in demonstrations that saw half a million people hit the streets. Correspondent Ross Cullen…
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Youth campaign pushes to get more young people enrolled
With less than a week until enrolment closes, youth advocates are ramping up efforts to get more young people on the electoral roll. A youth-led campaign…
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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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Labour pledges $7m a year to get kids off screens
Labour wants to put $7 million towards sports and community activities every year to help cut down kids' screen time. Labour's education spokesperson Ginny…
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Morning Report Essentials Friday 16 October
Grey Lynn businesses hope Olivia Dean concert brings a boost; Mother speaks out after son's cancer treatment is delayed; Wellington Mayor responds to growing…
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Latest news from Australia
We cross the Tasman to talk to our correspondent Richard Willingham from ABC in Victoria.
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Whanganui hosts first national design festival
Whanganui, the country's only UNESCO City of Design, is co-hosting New Zealand's first-ever national design festival, along with Palmerston North. The Festival…
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How much does it cost to hold an election?
We hear a lot about the cost of campaigning, but what about the admin side of getting people on the roll, running polling stations? Money correspondent and…
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Calls for tougher action on illegal online casino ads
A former problem gambler says regulators need sharper teeth as ads for illegal online casinos continue to infiltrate the phones of recovering addicts. He…
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Weekly Sports Panel: Abby Wilson and Lima Sopoaga
1 News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and All Black and Manu Samoa player, Lima Sopoaga join Morning Report for this week's sports panel.1 News Sports Editor Abby…
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OmniHealth clinics under review after Pahiatua resignations
Today marks the last day for six staff who resigned from Pahiatua Medical Centre over what they described as overwhelming workloads and a growing safety…
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Grey Lynn businesses hope Olivia Dean concert brings a boost
Grey Lynn businesses are gearing up to welcome around 30,000 Olivia Dean fans tomorrow night as they flock to the newly reopened Western Springs Bowl. Locals…