Morning Report
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday April 21
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weekly interview with opposition leader; Warning Strait of Hormuz closure will hit NZ economy; Latest from Middle East with BBC's Frank Gardner; 200% ...
Chinese robot out-strides humans in half marathon
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Chinese robot has just run a half marathon six minutes faster than any human ever has. Professor Dale Carnegie from Victoria University spoke to Ing...
Disabled kea still top bird due to unique jousting technique
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A disabled kea with a missing upper-beak has achieved social dominance with his one-of-a-kind jousting technique. Felix Walton reports.
Coffee prices adding a double shot of pain to cost of living
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Wellington-based coffee roaster says the price of beans is squeezing business margins. Richard Corney from Flight Coffee, which runs cafe The Hangar...
Sports Chat for 26 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 26 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Rise in AI-generated Tenancy Tribunal claims
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Property managers say they have a new problem on their hands - AI-generated Tenancy Tribunal claims. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid...
Super Round set to take place at Christchurch's new stadium
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Businesses surrounding Christchurch's new stadium are buzzing about the first big event this weekend. Anna Sargent reports.
Warning Strait of Hormuz closure will hit NZ economy
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Westpac's chief economist says the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz will have very serious consequences for the economy. Kelly Eckhold spoke to...
Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.
Hunters and taxidermists gear up for the roar
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's the time of year where hunters take part in the roar. It's not only a busy time for hunters around the country but also the businesses processing...
Political update for 21 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in politics from RNZ's press gallery team.
Locals wanting clarity over when Mauao will reopen
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Some locals in Mount Maunganui are calling for clarity about when Mauao will reopen. Mayor of Tauranga, Mahé Drysdale spoke to John Campbell.
Sports Chat for 26 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 26 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Government announces fuel relief package for schools
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The government announced a fuel relief package for schools, meaning relief teachers will get a boost to their transport allowance. Andrew King, princi...
What does more severe weather mean for insurance claims?
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Data from New Zealand's largest insurer, IAG, shows a more than 200% increase in weather related claims. Kris Faafoi, chief executive of the Insurance...
How residents of Newtown are dealing with wild weather
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Merio Marsters from the Newtown Residents Association discusses the wild weather hitting Wellington with Ingrid Hipkiss.
Lower Hutt mayor gives update on state of emergency
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
People have spent the night out of their homes as downpours continue to hit the lower North Island - with a red heavy rain warning in place. Hutt City...
Morning Business News for 21 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
New data shows jump in opioid detection in workplaces
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A workplace drug testing service is urging employers to review their drug and alcohol policies, with new data showing a jump in opioid detection. Chie...
Latest from Middle East with BBC’s Frank Gardner
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The next phase of peace talks between the US and Iran appear to be uncertain, before the two-week ceasefire ends this week. BBC's security corresponde...
Morning rural news for 21 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.
Early Sports Chat for 21 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.
Woman sleeps in shop due to flooding fears
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A woman was so worried about rising floodwaters she decided to sleep in her shop after flash floods ravaged Wellington. Field correspondent Charlotte ...
World news wrap for 21 April 2026
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
Latest on Wellington weather from emergency management
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Wellington Region is under a state of emergency after heavy rains flooded streets and homes. Wellington Region Emergency Management response contr...
Morning Report Essentials for Monday April 20
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; Major flooding hits areas of Wellington; Green Party reveals new plan to electrify country; U...
Latest news from Australia
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We crossed the ditch to Sydney to talk to our correspondent Emma Cropper.
Solution sought for 'ghost' trees of Castlecliff
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whanganui residents are on a mission to find a solution for the 'ghost' trees of the seaside suburb of Castlecliff. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin ...
Christchurch mayor rejects claims over Bromley sewage plant
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Christchurch's mayor is rejecting claims his council only acted on the stench from the Bromley sewage treatment plant after it affected the whole city...
Brad Shields discusses Hurricanes clash with Chiefs
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Chiefs have joined the Hurricanes at the top of the Super Rugby table, after a dramatic game in Hamilton. Hurricanes player Brad Shields spoke to ...
Sports update
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market update
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
New food price data shows another rise in March
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Food price data showed another rise in March, though not as sharp as February's. But takeaway coffee lovers were feeling the pinch. Money corresponden...
On the road with busy fuel tanker drivers
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
RNZ field correspondent Charlotte Cook spends a day with a fuel tanker driver.
Govt says no reimbursements for marae following Cyclone Vaianu
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says it won't set up another dedicated fund to reimburse marae for their work leading up to Cyclone Vaianu, but is encouraging marae to...
Political update
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in politics from RNZ's press gallery team.
Update on severe weather hitting Wellington
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has been alerted to more than 150 weather-related events in Wellington this morning. Dan Neely is Regional Manager of W...
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
How increased fuel prices are hitting NZ Post
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NZ Post Chief Executive Dave Walsh spoke to John Campbell about how increased fuel costs are hitting the company.
Wellington weather update
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
RNZ reporter Ellen O'Dwyer provides an update on the weather in Wellington.
Morning sports chat
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning market update
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Study: Some students miss school due to not having uniform
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new study from the University of Otago has found some kids are missing school because they don't have a full uniform. Around one in five students re...
Tornado rips through part of Tauranga
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A tornado ripped through a small pocket of houses in Tauranga in the early hours of Sunday morning. Mellanee Kendrick was lying in her bed when the to...
KiwiRail boss Peter Reidy discusses fuel supply crisis
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As logistics companies grapple with huge spikes in diesel prices, KiwiRail says it's working with them to take some of their cargo. KiwiRail chief exe...
Wellington mayor gives update on the wild weather
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington has experienced extreme weather this morning, with thunderstorms and torrential rain causing flash flooding in the cental city and several ...
Business news
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
Green Party reveals new plan to electrify country
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Greens want a national plan to electrify the country in response to the fuel crisis. Greens co-leader Marama Davidson spoke to John Campbell.
Uncertainty over status of Strait of Hormuz
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of violating the current ceasefire, by firing at ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Lars Jensen, former directo...
Morning rural news
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A training facility in the lower North Island could finally be revived and New Zealand's commercial coffee growing industry is also gaining momentum. ...
Early Sports Chat
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.
North Island hit by more severe weather
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The North Island has been hammered again by a series of severe weather events over the weekend - some with little warning. Lucy Xia reports.
World news wrap
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
New programme aims to get get young people into dairy farming
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A group of young people with little or no farming background are getting hands-on dairy farming experience as part of a new training programme. Group ...
Major flooding hits areas of Wellington
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another extreme weather event has hit Wellington. Morning Report producer Rachel Helyer-Donaldson spoke to John Campbell.
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 17 April
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mainfreight CEO 'frustrated' at KiwiRail, Auckland Transport; India FTA: Trade Minister still trying to woo Labour; NZTA discusses latest on national ...
Marama Royal discusses the life of Sharon Hawke
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Marama Royal, chair of Ngati Whatua Orakei, spoke to John Campbell about documentary maker and storyteller Sharon Hawke, who died last week.
Latest news from Australia for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We crossed the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Richard Willingham from ABC in Tasmania.
Concerns over koura rock lobster on Aotea Great Barrier Island
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Aotea Great Barrier Island community says overfishing is decimating the numbers of koura rock lobster. It wants the government to back its plan to...
Market Update for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Warnings of increased cost in construction secto
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A construction expert is warning major pain is coming for the sector. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking into it and spoke to John Cam...
Weekly Sports Panel for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
1 News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and RNZ sports reporter Joe Porter discuss this weekend's sport action.
NZTA discusses latest on national ticketing solution
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NZTA says the national ticketing solution trial is proving successful in Christchurch. In the meantime Auckland and Wellington councils have launched ...
Political update for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on politics with RNZ Political editor Jo Moir.
New findings over how sperm whales communicate
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Researchers at the University of California in Berkeley have made the remarkable discovery that vocalised communication by sperm whales has close para...
Scientists say fuel crisis perfect time to reduce emissions
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Climate scientists say the fuel crisis is the perfect opportunity for the government to make meaningful changes to reduce New Zealand's greenhouse gas...
Sports Chat for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Market Update for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Auckland school reconsidering camp amid fuel crisis
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
School camp is a rite of passage for many Kiwi kids. But as the fuel crisis drags on, one Auckland primary school says they might have to axe theirs. ...
India FTA: Trade Minister still trying to woo Labour
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Labour's under increasing pressure to support the India Free Trade Agreement, but says it hasn't been given all the details it's asked for. Meanwhile,...
Fuel prices changing people's driving habits
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The high price of fuel is changing people's driving habits. Some say they've cut back on other essentials to meet the cost. Kevin Laskey, of Laskey's ...
Morning Business News for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
WoF and CoF changes worry motor industry
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The time between warrants of fitness is being extended under changes phased in from later this year. The Motor Trade Association's James McDowall spok...
US announces 10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has announced a ten day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. But it's unclear if Iran-backed Hezbollah will observe any cea...
Morning Rural News for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rural families are worried about how fuel costs will impact the school run, some surprising results from a study involving sheep poo and updated lives...
Waitangi Tribunal inquiry: History curriculum under scrutiny
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Waitangi Tribunal has been told the draft school history curriculum is badly written and inaccurate. It's as the government rewrites it as part of...
Early Sports Chat for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.
World News Wrap for 17 April 2026
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
Mainfreight CEO 'frustrated' at KiwiRail, Auckland Transport
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Diesel prices have climbed as much as 80% since the start of the Middle East conflict. Mainfreight is New Zealand's largest logistics and transport co...
Major fire at an oil refinery in Geelong
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia correspondent Emma Cropper and ABC reporter Costa Haritos spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss with an update on a major fire at an oil refinery in Geelo...
Iconic New Zealand beer going green
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of New Zealand's most iconic beers is going green. Speight's has upgraded its LPG boiler to electric. Lion Chief Operating Officer and NZ Country ...
Sports Chat for 16 April 2026
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 16 April 2025
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Experts warn Otago goldmine risks unprecedented wildlife deaths
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Experts are warning that a proposed goldmine in Central Otago risks unprecedented wildlife deaths, complete erasure of wetlands, intergenerational har...
Some groups hit harder by cost of living crisis
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Data is showing older people, and women in particular, are under pressure from increased cost of living. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to In...
Retail consultants say facial recognition technology essential
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A retail consultancy group says more stores now feel facial recognition technology is essential, as staff face increasingly aggressive behaviour. Firs...
CEO Interview: Ryman Healthcare’s Naomi James
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The country's largest retirement living and aged care provider says New Zealand's infrastructure is not ready to deal with a rapidly ageing population...
Buller District mayor discusses the region’s relocation plans
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the effects of climate change are more keenly felt, many coastal communities are weighing up whether it's worth staying where they are, or if it's ...
Moana Pasifika boss hopeful club could be saved
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There might be life in Moana Pasifika yet. Chief executive Debbie Sorenson is still hopeful someone could step in to save the club. Sorenson spoke to ...
Sports Chat for 16 April 2026
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Market Update for 16 April 2026
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Proposal to give pharmacists extra treatment powers
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new proposal from Health New Zealand would allow community pharmacists to assess and treat children with conditions like scabies, head lice and conj...
Shane Jones on fuel supplies as stocks drop
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's fuel stocks have dropped for the second time in a row.. as MBIE warns delays in fuel shipments are likely to become more common. Associa...
Cost of water to rise as infrastructure upgrades get underway
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Households across the country will soon face a spike in water bills as a shake-up to water services gets underway. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.
Concerns over connectivity as jet fuel prices continue to rise
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Airlines are cutting routes here and across the Tasman as jet fuel prices soar. Board of Airline Representatives chief executive Cath O'Brien spoke to...
Morning Business News for 16 April 2026
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
Whitney Hansen speaks to John Campbell ahead of Canada test
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Whitney Hansen was given the top job as the Black Ferns Coach in December. Hansen spoke to John Campbell.
BBC's Security Correspondent Frank Gardner
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Iran has threatened to shut down shipping operations in the Red Sea as well as the Persian Gulf, if the US continues its blockade of Iranian ports. BB...