Morning Report

New medicinal cannabis farm opens in Marlborough

12 Feb 2026

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The conditions that make Marlborough famous for Sauvignon Blanc are being hailed as the perfect place to grow medicinal cannabis. Samantha Gee reports...

Black Foils back on the water ahead of Auckland SailGP

12 Feb 2026

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The Black Foils have managed to put themselves back together for this weekend's Sail GP in Auckland after a crash ended their first regatta of the sea...

Morning market update

12 Feb 2026

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

People being caught out by car insurance valuations

12 Feb 2026

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In recent weeks, a number of car owners have been caught out by surprising changes to what their insurers think their cars are worth - particularly AA...

Weekly Sports Panel

12 Feb 2026

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Weekly sports panel with Abby Wilson and Taine Randell.

Government increases number of space launches to 1000 per year

12 Feb 2026

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The government is increasing the number of space launches allowed from 100 to 1000. Space Operations New Zealand CEO and Aerospace New Zealand committ...

Super Rugby kicks off tonight

12 Feb 2026

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Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight and the Crusaders are once again defending champions after winning a record extending 13th title in 2025. Rugby ...

Locals call for more reliable route out of Gisborne

12 Feb 2026

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Tai Rawhiti locals isolated again by January's slips on the Waioeka Gorge and East Coast highway want the government to find a more reliable route out...

New air connection between Christchurch and Nelson

12 Feb 2026

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Origin Air's new eighteen-seat flights between Christchurch and Nelson begin today. Origin Air chief executive Robert Inglis spoke to Corin Dann.

Morning sports chat

12 Feb 2026

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

Morning markets update

12 Feb 2026

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

Research reveals vaping stores using loopholes to operate

12 Feb 2026

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New research out today found an alarming number of vaping stores are using loopholes to operate. Study author and public health researcher, Robin van ...

Questions over appointment of Judith Collins to Law Commission

12 Feb 2026

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Judith Collins' appointment as President of the Law Commission was waved through by Cabinet - with no recruitment process, no selection panel and no r...

Investment expert says reality check needed for NZ’s super age

12 Feb 2026

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One of the country's leading investment companies believes there needs to be a reality check about the age of eligibility for super, warning that anyt...

Concern government RMA reforms leave door open for water tax

12 Feb 2026

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One of the country's leading investment companies believes there needs to be a reality check about the age of eligibility for super, warning that anyt...

Morning business chat

12 Feb 2026

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An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Call for more coastal shipping as severe weather hits roads

12 Feb 2026

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There's a call for more investment in regional ports to increase the use of coastal shipping. Recent severe weather events have highlighted the econom...

Latest news from the United States

12 Feb 2026

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Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Washington DC.

Morning rural news

12 Feb 2026

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Wet weather could impact this year's potato crop though mixing solar farming with growing crops is proving a winner. The morning's rural news with Gia...

Morning sports chat

12 Feb 2026

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An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Crown to make case against Christchurch mosque killer appeal

12 Feb 2026

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Australian white supremacist Brenton Tarrant wants the Court of Appeal to overturn his convictions and sentence for the shootings at Al Noor Mosque an...

Latest world news

12 Feb 2026

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

Are businesses benefiting from its investment boost policy?

12 Feb 2026

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The government says businesses are benefiting from its Investment Boost policy - introduced in last year's Budget, and is calling on Labour to retain ...

Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 12th February

11 Feb 2026

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This morning, we heard from the mother of a toddler who died after getting caught in a window blind cord - she wants to see a change to safety regulat...

New business aims to reconnect missing dogs with owners

11 Feb 2026

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A business has been launched, helping connect missing dogs with their owners in seconds - and for councils there are big savings to be had. Doggone fo...

Reputation a big asset for UK-based Kiwi-owned businesses

11 Feb 2026

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In the UK, New Zealanders are proving their businesses can thrive - and they say Kiwi support, and the Kiwi reputation, is a big part of their success...

Weekend weather outlook

11 Feb 2026

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A low pressure system is lining up a soggy weekend, bringing warm, humid air and the risk of heavy rain, especially for parts of the North Island stil...

Morning sports chat

11 Feb 2026

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

Morning market update

11 Feb 2026

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

NZ fashion brand to stop stocking larger sizes

11 Feb 2026

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Some customers of New Zealand fashion brand Augustine have been left upset by its decision to no longer stock bigger sizes. But one retail expert says...

Two schools illegally covered cost of foreign student fees

11 Feb 2026

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One of two schools that illegally covered the cost of foreign students' fees says it happened because a sponsorship deal fell through. Education corre...

What will proposed LNG terminal mean for Kiwis?

11 Feb 2026

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Documents show a proposed LNG terminal will need to bypass even the fast-track process in order to be built in time for winter next year. Climate Chan...

CEO interview: ASB Bank chief executive Vittoria Shortt

11 Feb 2026

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ASB Bank chief executive Vittoria Shortt speaks to Corin Dann.

Pest fish cull at Western Springs Lake

11 Feb 2026

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Electrocurrents are being used to stun pest fish so they can be scooped up, brought to land, and killed at Auckland's Western Springs Lake. Jessica Ho...

Government launches review into Reserve Bank Covid-19 response

11 Feb 2026

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The opposition is questioning the timing of the government's independent review into New Zealand's monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic. ...

SailGP returns to Auckland

11 Feb 2026

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SailGP returns to Auckland's Waitemata Harbour this weekend, once again turning the City of Sails into a world stage. Tataki Auckland Unlimited Chief ...

Morning sports chat

11 Feb 2026

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

Latest business news

11 Feb 2026

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

Students raise concerns over sports betting apps

11 Feb 2026

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A number of Students' Associations say students are being bombarded by sports betting companies - and it's getting some into financial trouble. Auckla...

Calls for changes to window blind cord safety following death

11 Feb 2026

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The mother of a toddler who was caught in a window blind cord wants to see changes to safety regulations. Courtney Cambie spoke to Corin Dann.

Government announces review of Reserve Bank pandemic policies

11 Feb 2026

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The government announced a review into the Reserve Bank's pandemic policies, saying it's necessary to make sure mistakes aren't repeated. Giles Dexter...

Horticultural leader says rethink of Tairawhiti roading needed

11 Feb 2026

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A major rethink of transport links and roading into Tairawhiti is needed to ensure the economic future of the region as severe weather events become m...

Latest business news

11 Feb 2026

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An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Queenstown’s new safe-driving video campaign for tourists

11 Feb 2026

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Queenstown council has teamed up with local police to create videos for tourists promoting safe driving in the district. The idea came from the counci...

Nine killed in Canadian school shooting

11 Feb 2026

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Nine people have been killed in Canada's deadliest school shooting in decades. Steven Chase, a senior reporter for Toronto's Globe and Mail spoke to C...

Morning rural update

11 Feb 2026

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Fears rural school bus changes will hollow out communities and work is progressing on restoring exports of Meyer lemons to Korea. The morning's rural ...

Early Sports Chat

11 Feb 2026

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An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Inquest into special forces trooper death in Auckland in 2019

11 Feb 2026

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An inquest into the death of a special forces trooper during a training exercise in south Auckland aims to find out what went wrong. Lance Corporal Ni...

Latest world news

11 Feb 2026

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

Westpac overview points to more positive outlook

11 Feb 2026

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The latest Westpac Economic Overview is pointing to a more positive outlook for the New Zealand economy. It shows growth and employment are picking up...

Westpac overview points to more positive outlook

11 Feb 2026

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The latest Westpac Economic Overview is pointing to a more positive outlook for the New Zealand economy. It shows growth and employment are picking up...

Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 11th February

10 Feb 2026

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This morning we were joined by Nicola Willis and Megan Woods for our weekly political panel; We spoke to Justice minister Paul Goldsmith following the...

Whanganui man’s backyard railway seeks new caretaker

10 Feb 2026

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Behind a corrugated iron fence in Whanganui sits one of the country's quirkiest backyard creations, a fully working miniature railway built track by t...

Auckland Museum boss calls for government help

10 Feb 2026

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Auckland Museum's boss is calling for government support to keep the attraction going. Chief Executive David Reeves spoke to Corin Dann.

Morning sports chat for 11 February 2026 8am

10 Feb 2026

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

Latest business news for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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

What bitcoin value drop means for investors

10 Feb 2026

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Money correspondent Susan Edmunds looks into the drop in price for bitcoin and what it could mean for investors.

Christchurch mosque killer appeal hearing continues

10 Feb 2026

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The lawyers who represented the Christchurch mosque killer have raised questions about the terrorist's evidence to the Court of Appeal. Timothy Brown ...

Weekly Political Panel for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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

Zoi Sydowski-Synnott speaks following silver medal performance

10 Feb 2026

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It was a nail biting watch for Winter Olympics fans yesterday, with ups and downs aplenty before snowboarding champion Zoi Sydowski-Synnott won silver...

International Convention Centre opens in Auckland

10 Feb 2026

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The International Convention Centre in Auckland officially opens today, 10 years after construction started. SkyCity Chief Executive Jason Walbridge s...

Latest sports news for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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

Morning market update for 11 February 2026 7am

10 Feb 2026

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

What AirNZ crew strike will mean for passengers

10 Feb 2026

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Thousands of travellers on Air New Zealand international flights could be affected by industrial action this week. Air New Zealand's Chief Customer an...

Retail crime advisory group disbands four months early

10 Feb 2026

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Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is pulling the pin on a group charged with tackling retail crime four months early. He spoke to Corin Dann.

Plans to cut number of guards at Work and Income offices

10 Feb 2026

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The Ministry of Social Development is planning to cut the number of security guards at Work and Income offices throughout the country. Ellen O'Dwyer r...

Coroner calls response to child abuse a ‘national disgrace’

10 Feb 2026

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A coroner's report into the death of five-year-old Malachi Subecz describes New Zealand's response to child abuse "a national disgrace". Paediatrician...

Morning business chat for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Government announces LNG import terminal for Taranaki

10 Feb 2026

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Energy Minister Simon Watts announced a contract for a billion dollar LNG import terminal in Taranaki is expected to be signed by the middle of the ye...

UK Prime Minister says he’s not prepared to walk away

10 Feb 2026

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UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says he won't be walking away, as he faces pressure over his decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. ...

Morning rural update for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early sports chat for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Auckland War Memorial Museum appeals for government help

10 Feb 2026

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The Auckland War Memorial Museum is short on cash and appealing to the government to help keep the beloved building running. Jessica Hopkins reports.

World news wrap for 11 February 2026

10 Feb 2026

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Time to catch up on what's happening overseas with our correspondent Alice Wilkins

Salvation Army State of the Nation report released

10 Feb 2026

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The Salvation Army says the high cost of living and a lack of jobs is contributing to a rise in child poverty and material hardship. Senior Social Pol...

Morning Report Essentials for 10th February

09 Feb 2026

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This morning, we spoke to Energy Minister Simon Watts about the government's plan for a new liquified natural gas import terminal. and we had our week...

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's friends cheer her on

09 Feb 2026

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Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's friends cheer her on from home, as she competes at the Winter Olympics. Friend and fellow snowboarder, Sian Leigh spoke to Ingr...

Wellington food and beer events get cash injection

09 Feb 2026

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The Government's just announced 250-thousand dollars for Wellington's biggest food and beer festivals, aiming to draw more international visitors and ...

Sport update

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Market update

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Borrowers snap up solar deals

09 Feb 2026

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Thousands of New Zealanders have borrowed from their banks to put solar power systems on their houses. Money Correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Cori...

New hop variety in development in Tasman

09 Feb 2026

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Along the banks of the Wangapeka River in Tasman, a new hop variety named after the grower's love of beer and music, has been in development. Samantha...

Kiwirail on faulty track works in Auckland

09 Feb 2026

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Kiwirail had to carry out emergency overnight repairs after finding faulty track works by contractors.

Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins

09 Feb 2026

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Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.

Food businesses redistributing unsold food

09 Feb 2026

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New data shows some of New Zealand's biggest food businesses are cutting waste and emissions while feeding the community. Kai Commitment executive dir...

Auckland hotels feeling buoyant, ready for Sail GP

09 Feb 2026

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Auckland's hospitality sector is bracing for a big weekend as Sail GP hits the harbour. Chief Operating Officer of Sudima Hotels and Hind Management, ...

Taranaki locals come to grips with Swiss wresting

09 Feb 2026

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The Olympics features greco-roman and freestyle wrestling and Japan is famous for sumo - but in South Taranaki it's schwingen that rules supreme. Tara...

Sport update

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Latest market update

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Physical book loans more popular than digital at Akl libraries

09 Feb 2026

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Auckland library data shows physical book reign supreme with 11 million loaned last year, compared to six million digital books. Book Hero owner Dylan...

Govt agrees Moa Pt inquiry needed

09 Feb 2026

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Wellington's mayor says the government has agreed an independent inquiry is needed into the Moa Point treatment plant failure.

Court to hear from mosque terrorist's lawyers

09 Feb 2026

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The Court of Appeal will today hear from the lawyers who were poised to act at trial for Brenton Tarrant, until he abruptly changed his pleas to guilt...

Energy Minister on plans for LNG import terminal

09 Feb 2026

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The government has announced a new liquified natural gas import terminal - and is promising lower power prices will come as a result. Energy Minister ...

Morning Business news

09 Feb 2026

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An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Funding for emergency care meds 'lifesaving' - rural doctors

09 Feb 2026

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Rural doctors say new funding for emergency care drugs could be lifesaving for those in remote communities. Rebekah Doran from the Rural Health Networ...

Pressure mounts on UK's Starmer

09 Feb 2026

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Sir Keir Starmer has lost his second aide in just 24 hours - as pressure mounts over the decision to hire Lord Peter Mandelson, who had links to Jeffr...

Early Sports Chat

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Morning rural news

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Maori-owned agri-business could move manufacturing overseas and an update from Central Otago cherry growers as the harvest wraps up. The morning's r...

New levy to fund LNG terminal

09 Feb 2026

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The government says taxpayers will pay for a new liquified natural gas import terminal - but is promising lower power prices will come as a result. Gi...

World news update with Alice Wilkins

09 Feb 2026

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