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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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Calls for improved mental health training for corrections staff
A coroner says corrections staff need specialist in-depth mental health training, following the death of a man in custody four years ago. Caleb Moefa'auo died…
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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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Auckland University expands rural medical programme
Fifth-year medical students are placed in rural areas for a year, working in hospitals and alongside GPs general practitioners. Taupo will become the…
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 23 June
Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins; Nicola Willis answers listeners questions on KiwiSaver policy; BBC's Rob Watson discusses Starmer's…
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Former Kamo Wildlife Park lions on the mend
After getting a stay of execution earlier this year, the lions from the former Kamo Wildlife Park are on the mend. Carolyn Press-McKenzie, who helped save the…
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Time running out for Moana Pasifika
Time appears to be running out for Moana Pasifika, which is in liquidation and its future in Super Rugby is very uncertain.
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Author compiles Southern Hemisphere's greatest novels
A Kiwi author has helped compile a list of the Southern Hemisphere's best novels ever written after being so incensed that only three made the Guardian's top…
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Taxes back in the spotlight in election year
Tax is back on the agenda for this year's election, with new taxes being proposed by many parties. But what would they mean, and do we need them? Money…
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Rescued food helping feed Aucklanders in need
Hundreds of meals made with rescued food that would otherwise go to waste are being delivered to people in need throughout Auckland. Amy Williams reports.
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Mayors call for cross-party support over bed tax
Mayors of some of New Zealand's biggest tourist centres are calling on political parties across the spectrum to support a proposal for national accommodation…
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Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.
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Dave Rennie discusses his All Black team announcement
New All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has unveiled his first squad, ahead of games against France, Italy and Ireland. He spoke to John Campbell.
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Jo Moir discusses National’s KiwiSaver policy
RNZ's Political Editor Jo Moir spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Busiest May for cyclists in Auckland in ten years
May was Auckland's busiest month for bike trips in more than ten years. Auckland Transport's Head of Active Modes, Tania Loveridge spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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BBC’s Rob Watson discusses Starmer’s resignation
Just two years after entering Number 10 Downing Street, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing to pack up and leave. BBC's political correspondent Rob…
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Fresh claims over handling of failed immigration project
A furious Labour MP is accusing Immigration officials of misleading and manipulating a select committee earlier this year over the botched IT project that's…
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Nicola Willis answers listeners questions on KiwiSaver policy
The National Party has outlined numerous changes to KiwiSaver they would enact if re-elected. National's finance spokesperson Nicola Willis spoke to John…
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Students leaving mainstream schooling doubles in a decade
A new report from the Education Review Office has found that the number of students leaving mainstream schooling to learn in alternative settings has doubled…
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What the discovery of H5N1 in Australia could mean for NZ
A second bird has now tested positive for the deadly H5N1 bird flu strain in Western Australia. Professor Jemma Geoghegan, an evolutionary virologist at Otago…
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Latest from London as UK PM announces resignation
Correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to John Campbell from London after Sir Keir Starmer announced he would resign as UK prime minister.
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Survivors of abuse in care critical of redress system
Survivors of abuse in care say last year's changes to the redress system have made little difference to their lives. Timothy Brown 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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Mt Hutt ski manager discusses delay to ski season
Winds of almost 250 kilometres an hour have once again pushed back the start of the ski season at one of the South Island's most popular sites. Mt Hutt's Ski…
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 22 June
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; Chloe Swarbrick discusses Green Party's new tax policy; National has announced changes to KiwiSaver at…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper.
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Southland father with MND finds voice through storytelling
A Southland father who has lost his voice and movement to Motor Neurone Disease has found a new lease of life as a storyteller. Otago Southland reporter Katie…
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SmokeFree Rockquest organisers welcome extra funding
Organisers behind the SmokeFree Rockquest say extra funding from the government is a welcome investment for young artists. Co-founder Pete Rainey spoke to…
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Lost fisherman rescued after week adrift in Pacific
The tiny Cook Island nation of Pukapuka is overwhelmed with joy following the remarkable rescue of a local fisherman by the New Zealand Air Force. Penny Smith…
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What potential KiwiSaver changes could mean for Kiwis
KiwiSaver has been back in the spotlight this weekend, thanks to National announcing its plan to make the scheme compulsory and increase contribution rates. It…
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Auckland shops accused of selling illicit cigarettes
No-one has been prosecuted by the Ministry of Health for breaching tobacco packaging rules over the last year. That's despite RNZ learning an Auckland suburban…
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Chlöe Swarbrick discusses Green Party’s new tax policy
The Green Party has its tax policy ahead of the election, including wealth and inheritance taxes, and a higher tax for corporations. Green Party co-leader…
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Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.
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Supply issues continue to hit pharmacies
Pharmacists spoken to by Morning Report say supply issues continue to hit medicine stocks. The four month US war with Iran significantly disrupted global…
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Kiwi fans gather in Vancouver ahead of All Whites game
It's game two for the All Whites at the Football World Cup as they face Egypt in Vancouver later today. Kiwi fan Dan Eaton, who is travelling with the team…
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Poll finds strong opposition to selling conservation land
New polling commissioned by conservation advocates Forest and Bird shows 64 percent of voters oppose allowing public conservation land to be sold. Conservation…
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Teachers traumatised by AI-generated fake porn images
Some teachers are being left traumatised and unable to work after students used AI or deepfake videos to make pornographic images of them. Field Correspondent…
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National has announced changes to KiwiSaver at its AGM
National will make KiwiSaver compulsory for all and automatically enrol babies, putting $1500 in their accounts as a kickstart payment. Business leader Fraser…
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What potential Strait of Hormuz closure could mean for NZ
Less than a week since signing a memorandum of understanding, Iran is planning to again close the Strait of Hormuz. Starboard Maritime Intelligence analyst…
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Latest from London as pressure mounts on UK PM to resign
Pressure is mounting for UK prime minister Sir Keir Starmer to resign. BBC political correspondent Rob Watson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss with the latest from…
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National announces plan for major changes to KiwiSaver
The National Party announced major changes to KiwiSaver at the party's annual conference in Wellington over the weekend. Political reporter Lillian Hanly…
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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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Trampers say new conservation bill deeply problematic
An organisation representing trampers, climbers and backcountry users says the Government's Conservation Amendment Bill is deeply problematic and risks…