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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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Sports Chat for 30 June 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Black Caps secure victory against England
The Black Caps have secured a two one test series victory against England overnight with a 160 run win at Trent Bridge. Joining us from Nottingham is Zak…
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Loophole fears over proposed boarding house register
Legal experts are worried a move to register boarding house landlords will still leave a loophole allowing them to avoid being counted. Amy Williams reports.
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Drug Foundation boss discusses rise in GHD overdoses
One person is dead and five others have been hospitalised after a string of suspected GHB and GBL overdoses across the Wellington region in a matter of days…
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Questions over Oranga Tamariki response to Gloriavale
Oranga Tamariki took months to respond to an Education Review Office letter raising serious and immediate concerns about children at Gloriavale. Reporter Jean…
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Specialist GP discusses new funding settings for GPs
New funding settings for GPs will kick in on Wednesday, with a $120 million boost for primary care over the next year. Dr David McKay is a specialist GP at…
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Update from Venezuela as search for quake survivors continues
A powerful 4.6 magnitude aftershock has rattled Venezuela, as rescuers race to free survivors from the rubble. Fatima Andraca, Save the Children's Country…
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Sports Chat for 30 June 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Study explores routine testing for virus linked to deafness
A feasibility study to introduce routine checks for Congenital cytomegalovirus that can cause deafness in children is underway at the University of Auckland…
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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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Masterton's deputy mayor discusses weather damage
Hundreds of homes in southern Wairarapa remain stranded after raging floodwaters again wiped out the critical Turanganui River bridge near Lake Ferry. The AA's…
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 29 June
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; McAnulty discusses Labour's roadmap to election; Power bills rise again as network charges increase…
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First large-scale conservation partnership comes to an end
Biodiversity has gained from the multi-million philanthropic investment in Abel Tasman, which is about to be handed over to the Department of Conservation…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper.
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Suzy Cato discusses Children's Music Awards with John Campbell
Children's Music Awards organiser, and long-time all round children's entertainer, Suzy Cato discusses the awards event with John Campbell.
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Bowel cancer: is self-funded screening a good option?
A 42-year-old man has saved himself a cancer diagnosis after buying his own bowel cancer testing kit, but not everyone thinks private self-testing is a good…
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Sports Chat for 29 June 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Market Update for 29 June 2029
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
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What mortgage holders should be looking for in OCR announcement
The Reserve Bank is reviewing the OCR next month but commentators say it's not the only thing that mortgage borrowers should be thinking about when it's time…
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Giles Dexter reports from Labour’s conference
Chris Hipkins as he rallied the Labour troops over the weekend as the party held its election year conference in Wellington with eyes squarely on the future…
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Auckland City Missioner discusses emergency housing statistics
Charities are warning of a growing gap between the government's emergency housing statistics and what's happening on the ground. They say people are being…
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Power bills rise again as network charges increase
The Electricity Authority says most households have seen an average increase of about 8 percent to their power bills this winter, on top of last year's 8…
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Sports News for 29 June 2026
A century from Daryl Mitchell and 94 from Rachin Ravindra, along with 3 wickets from replacement Zak Foulkes has put the Black Caps in a good position in the…
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Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.
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How supermarkets use data from loyalty cards
Consumer NZ says supermarket loyalty schemes such as Foodstuffs' Club+ and Woolworths' Everyday Rewards do more than offer discounts, they also collect…
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Sports Chat for 29 June 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Wild weather isolates hundreds in South Wairarapa
South Wairarapa locals are again in clean-up mode after wild weather washed out a crucial bridge and caused slips to further isolate small communities. With…
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Whangarei woman challenges sale of meth pipes
For years people have been turning a blind eye to the sale of glass pipes for smoking methamphetamine in shops all around the country. But one young Whangarei…
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Paul Ifill discusses All Whites performance at World Cup
The World Cup dream is over for the All Whites after a resounding 5-1 loss to Belgium ended their hopes of progressing to the next round. Football commentator…
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McAnulty discusses Labour's roadmap to election
Labour has started its countdown to the election, with its leader Chris Hipkins laying out the party's roadmap at the Labour Congress. He also laid the blame…
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Sports News for 29 June 2026
England cricket captain Ben Stokes has one more day of international cricket and he's facing defeat.
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ACT takes aim at opponents and coalition partners
The ACT Party has begun its election campaign on the attack, hitting out at every political party in Parliament - including its own coalition partners…
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Electrification could save families thousands, report says
Ditching reliance on fossil fuels could save households as much as $3000 a year according to new research from advocacy group Rewiring Aotearoa. Rewiring…
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The latest from Washington as US and Iran trade strikes again
The US and Iran have again traded strikes, accusing each other of violating the current ceasefire agreement. Washington correspondent Allister D'Souza spoke to…
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Sports Chat for 29 June 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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All Whites unable to make history at World Cup
The All Whites had big dreams, but were unable to deliver on their own goals at the Football World Cup. Heading into the expanded tournament in North America…
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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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GP discusses Wegovy's first year in New Zealand
It's been a year since weight loss drug Wegovy was made available in New Zealand by prescription. The injectable treatment is available on prescription and…
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Sports News for 29 June 2026
A century from daryl Mitchell has set the Black Caps up for a good final day of the third Test against England at Trent Bridge.
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Morning Report Essentials for Friday 26 June
Peters claims immigration changes discriminate against Indians; Younger bowel cancer patients face diagnosis delays; Tourism Minister discusses new industry…
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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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Inside Wellington Hospital's medical simulation centre
On the ninth floor of one of Wellington Hospital's older buildings, lifelike mannequins fill hospital beds and half an aircraft cabin sits in a dedicated…
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Sheepdog trials raising funds for rescue helicopter
The Baileys Rescue Helicopter Sheepdog Trials have kicked off in Taupo. Event organiser Dave Schaw spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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How National's solar plan compares with existing options
How does National's new solar policy compare to current funding options already on the market? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to John Campbell.
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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.
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Tourism Minister discusses new industry strategy
The Government's new Tourism Policy Statement aims to address current industry challenges through a long-term plan involving central government, local councils…
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Beloved Auckland music venue rescued by supporters
Aotearoa's music-lovers have taken less than a week to raise $150,000 dollars to save a beloved Auckland inner-city music venue. IMVA chair and co-owner of…
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Family shares story of fisherman rescued after week at sea
The family of a Cook Islands fisherman lost at sea for a week was knocked out of his dinghy twice during relentless storms and violent seas. Apiuta Apiuta's…
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Peters claims immigration changes discriminate against Indians
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has accused the government of making covert changes to immigration settings to discriminate against Indian migrants. He…
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Sports Chat for 26 June 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.