Morning Report

Investors brace as Middle East conflict hits markets

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Investors are bracing for a wave of volatility following the attack on Iran from the United States Government. About 20 percent of the world's oil and...

Morning Report Essentials for Monday 3 March

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Extensive coverage from the conflict in the Middle East, including Helen Clark and Robert Patman. Plus, changes to KiwiSaver for farmers in New Zealan...

Latest news from Australia

01 Mar 2026

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Australia correspondent Emma Cropper spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Sydney.

Fijian circus wraps up first New Zealand tour

01 Mar 2026

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Fiji's only professional circus has wrapped up its New Zealand tour by headlining the Hamilton Arts Festival this weekend. RNZ Pacific's Tiana Haxton ...

Support floods in for Nelson bike charity after raids

01 Mar 2026

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A Nelson charity that restores and donates bikes has received overwhelming support after it was forced to shut due to repeated break-ins. Bike Hub Nel...

Sports Chat

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Joe Porter.

Market Update

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

What Middle East conflict could mean for economy

01 Mar 2026

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Investors are being told to brace for volatility as the markets open this morning. The impact of the weekend's attacks could have implications for fue...

New data shows power infrastructure vulnerable in flood events

01 Mar 2026

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New data shows thousands of high voltage power pylons and hundreds of kilometres of transmission lines are exposed to a flood hazard, and the risk wil...

Changes to KiwiSaver rules for farmers

01 Mar 2026

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Changes to KiwiSaver rules mean young farm workers can now use their balances to buy a first home without having to live in it. Share milker Danielle ...

Experts advise travellers not to panic over airspace closures

01 Mar 2026

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Travellers have been left grounded as countries surrounding Iran shut their airspace within hours of the strikes on Tehran. Travel Agents Association ...

Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon

01 Mar 2026

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.

Kiwis stranded in Middle East due to airport closures

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thousands remain stranded in Dubai amid ongoing airspace closures in the region and reported strikes across the city. Auckland restaurateur Chand Sahr...

Clark slams NZ government’s reaction to US–Israel strikes

01 Mar 2026

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Former Prime Minister Helen Clark has labelled New Zealand's official response to US and Israeli strikes on Iran "a disgrace". Clark spoke to Ingrid H...

Morning sport chat

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Joe Porter.

Market Update

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Morning rural news

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

KiwiSaver rules are changing for the rural sector and livestock carriers are operating full throttle with an unprecedented level of activity. The morn...

Report: AI set to automate thousands of jobs within a year

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The State of AI in the Enterprise report from Deloitte found 36% of the 3000 organisations it surveyed expect at least 10% of roles to be fully automa...

Kiwis stuck in Dubai as airports close due to conflict

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Airlines continue to cancel and divert flights around the Middle East. RNZ board member Brent Impey is stuck in Dubai and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Reaction in the United States to Iran military action

01 Mar 2026

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Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann from Washington DC.

Iranian political scientist living in NZ discusses developments

01 Mar 2026

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Iranians have taken to the streets of its capital city Tehran to celebrate the death of the country's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, while oth...

Business News

01 Mar 2026

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An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

KiwiSaver rule change helps live-in workers buy first home

01 Mar 2026

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KiwiSaver laws are changing so first-time farm buyers and other workers with 'live in' job residences can use their accounts to buy a first home. Poli...

Middle East conflict likely to increase petrol prices

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Experts warn that the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East will be felt by New Zealanders at the petrol pump. AA's principal policy adviser Terr...

Iran continues attacks on Israel

01 Mar 2026

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As Iran continues attacks on Israel, correspondent Thomas Helm spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Jerusalem.

Early Sports Chat

01 Mar 2026

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An early morning sports news update with Joe Porter.

New bridges off limits to heavy vehicles

01 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Truckers are worried the government is embarking on building Roads of National Significance and putting in bridges they won't be allowed to drive over...

Communication with people in Iran difficult following attacks

01 Mar 2026

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Communication with people inside Iran has been difficult since the military strikes began, but possible - using Starlink satellites and VPNs. Sahar Za...

Robert Patman discusses developments in Iran

01 Mar 2026

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Robert Patman, a professor of international relations at Otago University spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about developments in the Middle East.

Morning Report Essentials for Friday 27 February

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning we took a look at Air New Zealand's multi-million dollar loss, with one analyst telling us the company will be looking at its labour cost...

Latest news from Australia for 27 February 2026

26 Feb 2026

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ABC's Richard Willingham with an update on the latest news from Australia.

Locals question hosting World Surf League in Raglan

26 Feb 2026

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Some Raglan locals are questioning whether the town wants to host the upcoming World Surf League. Waikato reporter Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports.

Woodville’s big annual show taking place this weekend

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Time to head around the motu to find another community doing something interesting and wholesome for our regional spotlight. And today we're heading t...

Market update

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Growing number using KiwiSaver to fund weight loss surgery

26 Feb 2026

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A growing number of Kiwis are using KiwiSaver to fund weight loss surgery. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann.

Weekly Sports Panel for 27 February 2026

26 Feb 2026

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One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and former All Black captain Taine Randell discuss this weekend's sport action.

Labour considers ACC mental injury cover for volunteers

26 Feb 2026

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Labour says it will consider expanding ACC mental injury cover to all volunteers - amid calls for change. Labour's ACC spokesperson Camilla Belich spo...

David Seymour calls for sale of government’s AirNZ shares

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The asset sale discussion is rearing its head, with the ACT leader asking whether Air New Zealand should be owned by the government. Political reporte...

Tough few years for NZs screen industry

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's screen industry is seen as a growing sector with huge potential to generate local jobs and diversify the economy. But the past few years...

Sports Chat for 27 February 2026

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

Market Update for 27 February 2026

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Aucklander creates sticker for cars being driven by seniors

26 Feb 2026

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A West Auckland man has created a bumper sticker that alerts drivers to cars being driven by seniors. Boyd Steel spoke to Corin Dann.

Children living in material hardship reaches 10 year high

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Child poverty groups are frustrated the number of children living in material hardship has reached a 10 year high. Isaac Gunson, Campaign and Communic...

Confusion over water advice in Wellington

26 Feb 2026

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A Wellington diver says advice from authorities has been confusing and thinks people should stay out of the water until the Kaimoana is safe to eat. F...

Winston Peters responds to Seymour’s call to sell off AirNZ

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Winston Peters responds to David Seymour's calls for the government to sell its shares in Air New Zealand. He spoke to Corin Dann.

Business News for 27 February 2026

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Benefits of e-bikes for Maori and Pacific people

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A new study found e-bikes can improve physical and mental health and help manage chronic conditions among Maori and Pacific people. Project lead and c...

Hillary Clinton testifies at Epstein investigation

26 Feb 2026

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Hillary Clinton has begun testifying as part of a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Our correspondent in Washington DC, Simon Marks sp...

Morning Rural News for 27 February 2025

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early Sports Chat

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Aucklanders protest new move on rules

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some people living and working in Auckland's central city are making their opposition to forcing out homeless people known. Jessica Hopkins reports.

World news wrap for 27 February 2026

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Air New Zealand launches full strategic review following loss

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand has launched a full strategy review after posting a half-year loss of $40 million after tax. Forsyth Barr's head of research Andy Bowl...

Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 26 February

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A former board chair of Health New Zealand warns that health inflation is rapidly rising and urges the government to consider how it will respond. An ...

Auckland Lantern Festival lights up this weekend

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Auckland Lantern Festival kicks off today. Jep Savali is the group manager of major events at Tataki Auckland Unlimited spoke to Corin Dann.

Rifleman roundup takes place in Wainuiomata

25 Feb 2026

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Phil Pennington went along to a rifleman roundup at the Wainuiomata water catchment area.

Golden Bay Air first to benefit from government loan scheme

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The first regional airline to benefit from a new government loan scheme says it'll increase its resilience as it operates close to bone. Golden Bay Ai...

Sports Chat for 26 February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

Market Update for 26 February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Power companies post big profits

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Power companies have been reporting big profits in their latest half-year results. But now Consumer NZ is asking whether that's fair. Money correspond...

Lyall Bay residents say local neglected house a danger

25 Feb 2026

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Residents of Wellington's Lyall Bay say a local house is so neglected it's a danger to passers-by and recent storms have only made the problem worse. ...

New Zealand women are under-represented in property ownership

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand women are under-represented in property ownership, despite a desire to own, according to new data released by Cotality. Financial journali...

Apartment developer critical of new Auckland housing plan

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An Auckland apartment developer says the Council's proposed Plan Change 120 won't meaningfully increase housing supply and risks missing the point.Ock...

Expert says time running out to eradicate yellow-legged hornet

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An expert says time is ticking for MPI to eradicate the invasive yellow-legged hornet before the Autumn breeding season. Phil Lester, Professor of Bio...

Moana Pasifika calls for more investment from World Rugby

25 Feb 2026

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Moana Pasifika wants to see more investment in the team from World Rugby. Sports reporter Jonty Dine reports.

Extra shot needed to keep hospitality sector brewing

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

People will need to pay more for their coffees if they hope to keep their local spots alive. That's the message from the Managing Director of coffee r...

Sports Chat for 26 February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

Market Update for 26 February 2025

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

New changes to road rules proposed

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kids up to the age of 12 will be allowed to ride their bikes on the footpath under proposed changes to road rules being floated by Transport Minister ...

Warnings of ‘spiralling’ health inflation

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The former board chair of Health New Zealand is warning health inflation is spiralling and the government needs to pivot its thinking in response. For...

Rescue volunteers not eligible for ACC mental health support

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Land Search and Rescue wants the government to reconsider ACC support for emergency volunteers, saying the Mt Maunganui landslide demonstrates the lev...

Expert says MediMap hack easy to prevent

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A cybersecurity expert says the hack of a widely used medication monitoring platform would have been easy to prevent. Abhinav Chopra spoke to Ingrid H...

Morning Business News for 26 February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Report calls for change to NZ dental care system

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A new report into dental care says New Zealand can learn from other countries with better results, many of which have publicly funded services. Report...

New visa and passport regulations now in place in UK

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New visa and passport regulations have officially come into effect in the UK. Almost all visitors will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authoris...

Morning Rural News for 26 February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early Sports Chat

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Civil liberties groups raise alarm about data sharing with US

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Civil liberties groups are raising the alarm about a controversial data sharing arrangement with the United States. Critics say it could give the US g...

World News Wrap for 26 February 2026

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

Meridian Energy back in profit

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Meridian Energy is back in profit after last year's dry year loss, posting a $227 million dollar half-year result. Chief Executive Mike Roan spoke to ...

Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 25 February

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This morning Nicola Willis and Tangi Utikere joined us for our weekly political panel. We also heard from a mother in rural Hawke's Bay who says propo...

Wellington Mountain Bike festival kicks off this Friday

24 Feb 2026

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The Wellington Mountain Bike festival kicks off this Friday with three days of racing, shuttle runs, food, beer and entertainment in three different t...

Wellington Mountain Bike festival kicks off this Friday

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Wellington Mountain Bike festival kicks off this Friday with three days of racing, shuttle runs, food, beer and entertainment in three different t...

Fancy a change? Forty jobs going on Antarctica

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Antarctica New Zealand is on the hunt for 40 people - everything from medics to chefs - willing to brave sub-zero temperatures and work in one of the ...

Cold temperatures signal the end of summer for the south

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's going to be a chilly end to summer for the South Island as a cold snap brings low temperatures over the weekend. Metservice meteorologist Mmathap...

Morning Sports chat

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

Morning Market update

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Real estate agents sticking it out despite tough times

24 Feb 2026

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Real estate agents sometimes get a hard time from people who think their commission rates are a bit generous - particularly when houses are selling qu...

Ecological restoration study taking place in Tasman

24 Feb 2026

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Environmental groups have launched a study of rivers in the Tasman District in the hopes restoring native plants could protect communities during extr...

Weekly Political Panel for 25 February 2026

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nicola Willis and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel.

Pharmac to widen access to two medicines for advanced melanoma

24 Feb 2026

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Experts say a proposal for Pharmac to widen access to two medicines for advanced melanoma will improve outcomes. Oncologist Dr Gareth Rivalland spoke ...

Positive outlook for NZ shipping logistics company

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's largest shipping logistics company says container volumes continue to climb, even amid global uncertainty over conflicts and tariff poli...

Morning sports chat

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

Morning market update 730

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Concern over lack of car spaces in high-density new builds

24 Feb 2026

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Some Auckland City councillors say there's growing frustration near high-density new builds over a lack of mandated car parking spaces. Franklin Ward ...

New UK passport rules in place from today

24 Feb 2026

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From today, anyone with British citizenship through birth or ancestry will need UK documentation to travel there. Immigration reporter Gill Bonnett sp...

Drop in homeless numbers following new home funding

24 Feb 2026

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The latest quarterly tally of people sleeping rough in Auckland shows there has been a drop in homelessness - but those on the frontline are treating ...

Medication management system hacked

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The hack of a medication management system is causing big delays for the doctors, pharmacists and rest homes using it. Taupo pharmacist Ayman Ibousi s...

Morning business chat for 25 February 2026

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

School bus cuts hit Hawkes Bay community

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you want farmers to support the economy, you need to help them get their kids to school. That's the message from a Hawkes Bay farmer and vet whose ...