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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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Details on failed execution of US death row inmate Christa Pike
A series of 911 calls has revealed confusion around the failed execution Christa Pike. Washington correspondent James Gooderson spoke to John Campbell.
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Sports Chat for 14 October 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Shane Jones starts election tour with controversial mine visit
New Zealand First deputy leader Shane Jones says the progression of the Bendigo-Ophir mine through the fast track process has taken far too long. The comments…
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World news wrap for 14 October 2026
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
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Aluminium sector warns local plants and 1000 jobs could go
The government has turned down a request by New Zealand's aluminium manufacturers for temporary tariffs or quotas to stop a flood of cheap imports. But while…
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Hawke's Bay school takes action on affordable uniforms
The cost of school uniforms has become an election issue. Flaxmere College in Hawke's Bay has changed their policy to make uniforms more affordable. Principal…
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Morning Report Essentials Tuesday 13 October
West Auckland butcher gets 1000 applications for two jobs; Audit finds access to respiratory care depends on location; Weekly interview with opposition leader…
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Kiwi runner Camille French wins Melbourne marathon
Just 11 months after having her second child, New Zealander Camille French has won the Melbourne marathon. In her comeback race, French held off fast-finishing…
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Medics swap stethoscopes for sheet music
The 84-strong New Zealand Doctors' Orchestra came together for its annual charity concert in New Plymouth recently. Since its inception in 2012, the ensemble…
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Northland primary school converts to charter system
A Northland primary school has become the first state school in New Zealand to convert to the current charter system. Pakaraka School will now be run by the…
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Election issues for Wairarapa electorate
Vaping, housing, methamphetamine and water storage were just some of the topics on the table during a Wairarapa Electorate debate last night. Alexa Cook…
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Sports Chat for 13 October 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Which KiwiSaver providers have the biggest balances?
Money correspondent Susan Edmonds looks into the variations in balances across different KiwiSaver providers.
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Arrowtown locals concerned about fast-track housing
Residents and local council have been railing against a proposed fast-track housing development comprising of 1210 houses near Arrowtown, which they said…
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Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.
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One month since the opening of Auckland's City Rail Link
Today marks one month since the opening of Auckland's City Rail Link. Despite services running on a reduced timetable, patronage has been up, with the plan to…
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National's approach to superannuation
National hasn't included a policy around superannuation in its fiscal plan - despite earlier this year raising concerns about its long-term affordability…
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Sports Chat for 13 October 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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School uniforms putting strain on families
With the cost of living central to this election, the focus on savings has turned to school uniforms. Both Labour and ACT say they want to limit compulsory…
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Queenstown-Lakes residents oppose fast-track proposals
Submissions have been made by developers to increase housing supply, but locals are deeply concerned the infrastructure is not there to support more homes…
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National Party's Nicola Willis explains fiscal plan
The National Party has laid out its fiscal plan, promising more money for health and ruling out tax cuts this term. National Party Finance Spokesperson Nicola…
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Audit finds access to respiratory care depends on location
A new audit by Asthma New Zealand and the University of Auckland highlights significant gaps in respiratory care across the country. Audit leader Amy Chan is a…
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Assessing the fiscal plans with economist Shamubeel Eaqub
Simplicity's chief economist Shamubeel Eaqub has a look at the parties' fiscal plans. He spoke to John Campbell.
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Sports Chat for 13 October 2026
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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National unveils its fiscal plan
National has unveiled its fiscal plan and despite the party's fiery rhetoric calling out other parties for failing to tackle the rising cost of superannuation…
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World news wrap for 13 October 2026
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
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West Auckland butcher gets 1000 applications for two jobs
When one West Auckland butcher needed to replace a couple of staff, he put an ad out and got a thousand applications. The managing director of New Lynn's…
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Morning Report Essentials Monday 12 October
Christopher Luxon spoke to John Campbell; David Seymour on ACT's plan to cut debt and spending; Dr Lara Greaves discusses Maori electorate race; Letitia…
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Latest news from Australia
We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper
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West Coast scholarships help young talent return home
So each year a select group of the West Coast's youngest and brightest are offered scholarships to help them study and then bring those newfound skills back…
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When can you get government support for rest home care?
Would you be able to access government support for rest home care if either you or your partner needed it? It's an issue that money correspondent Susan Edmunds…
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AI regulation divides National and Labour
Christopher Luxon says there are serious dangers associated with artificial intelligence, but is sticking by the coalition government's strategy that takes a…
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Hokitika Primary kids launch video appeal for new principal
The children of Hokitika Primary School are on the hunt for their next principal. But the West Coast can have its challenges when attracting people to move…
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David Seymour on ACT's plan to cut debt and spending
The ACT Party says its fiscal plan will have New Zealand reaching surplus sooner, with $12.4 billion less debt by 2031. To do so, it is proposing to gradually…
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Christopher Luxon discusses welfare changes, AI
Christopher Luxon spoke to John Campbell.
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Trump's call for Ukraine to elect a new leader
Donald Trump says it's time for Ukraine to elect a new leader, after the US President announced a deal to get diesel from Russia. Trump suggested Volodymyr…
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Eden Park CEO on transport issues after All Blacks test
Rugby fans were left waiting almost 40 minutes for trains after they shuffled out of the All Blacks test at Eden Park on Saturday night. Auckland Transport…
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Auckland Central set for another close election race
Auckland's city centre, several inner-city suburbs, and the Hauraki Gulf Islands all make up the Auckland Central electorate.National won the most party votes…
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Training provider wants degree-equivalent apprenticeships
One of the country's biggest training providers is calling for apprenticeships that are equivalent to bachelors degrees, as well as student loans and…
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Fuel prices hit record high as oil giants bank $90 billion
Fuel prices have reached a record high since the war on Iran began. Motorists are now paying on average $3.60 for 91, according to price comparison app Gaspy…
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Letitia Harding on New Zealand's respiratory health burden
Children under 15 and the elderly make up more than two thirds of respiratory hospitalisations in New Zealand. New research from the Cardiac and Respiratory…
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Risk of wider conflict after Riyadh strike
Yemen's Houthis have warned against using airports in Saudi Arabia, after a deadly attack at Riyadh's international airport. BBC's Security Correspondent Frank…
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Marama Davidson on the Greens' youth jobs guarantee
The Greens want the government to pay wages for thousands of unemployed young people to get them into jobs. The party has laid out its Youth Jobs Guarantee…
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Morning rural news
Manufacturers of crop and animal medicine products feel encouraged by recent regulation reviews, meanwhile lots of young cattle at sale yards around the…
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Election campaign weekend brings fresh policy announcements
It's been a weekend filled with frantic campaigning, handshakes, and new policies from the politicians. Political reporter Russell Palmer covers off the latest…
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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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Dr Lara Greaves discusses Maori electorate race
With the election now less than a month away, the seven Maori electorate are riveting contests. Dr Lara Greaves, Ngapuhi, Pakeha, Tarara, is an associate…
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Morning Report Essentials Friday 9 October
Arena Williams on Labour's plan for regional air travel; Employment service founder on National's welfare changes; Party leaders address overseas Kiwis in…