Morning Report

Latest rural news for 29 January 2026

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early Sports Chat

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Flood hit homeowners in Auckland heading to court

28 Jan 2026

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Three years since Auckland was hit by double storms that took lives and displaced hundreds, some homeowners facing ongoing flood risk are heading to c...

Latest international news

28 Jan 2026

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

Researcher says congestion charge plan could backfire

28 Jan 2026

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A University of Auckland researcher looking into congestion charging says the plan could backfire if realistic alternatives aren't in place. Dr Hyesop...

Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 28 January

27 Jan 2026

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Simeon Brown and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel; Labour leader Chris Hipkins is getting little clar...

Parents launch school bus service after students left stranded

27 Jan 2026

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Some Manawatu parents are starting their own school bus service after routes into Palmerston North were cut, leaving rural students stranded. Tangimoa...

Morning sports chat

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Morning market update

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Data shows singles hit hardest by inflation

27 Jan 2026

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Data shows that single people and older households are hit hardest by inflation. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann

Tourists hit by devastating storm praise local hospitality

27 Jan 2026

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Tourists helicoptered out of a flood-damaged East Coast campground, say the hospitality from locals is the silver-lining following last week's devasta...

Weekly Political Panel: Simeon Brown and Carmel Sepuloni

27 Jan 2026

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Simeon Brown and Carmel Sepuloni joined Morning Report this morning for the Weekly Political Panel.

Kakapo cam broadcasting 24/7 for birdwatchers

27 Jan 2026

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Bird-watchers can keep an eye on critically endangered kakapo from the comfort of the couch via a 24/7 webcam, live and direct from remote Whenua Hou ...

Poll provides little clarity for Hipkins on coalition options

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Labour leader Chris Hipkins is getting little clarity from voters on which governing partners he should shut out, with a new poll showing the electora...

What options are available to lower power bills?

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How do you get the best deal to keep your power bill down. Consumer NZ's Powerswitch manager Paul Fuge spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Morning sports chat for 28 January 2026

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Latest business news for 28 January 2026

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Elderly residents hardest hit by NZ Post closures

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NZ Post is removing 142 partner stores nationwide, including the only post shop in Te Kauwhata, which will close by the end of the year. The loss will...

Third of Auckland's recycling ending up in landfill

27 Jan 2026

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Almost a third of Auckland's recycling now ends up in landfill - with the council bringing in AI to help sort through bins. Auckland Council Waste Sol...

Hutt Valley bars step up security following armed robberies

27 Jan 2026

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Bar managers say they're stepping up security after a series of armed robberies in the Hutt Valley. Krystal Gibbens reports.

Marae to be reimbursed for help provided during weather event

27 Jan 2026

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The government has announced a financial support package for regions hard hit by last week's weather event.Otetao Reti Marae's Civil Defence lead Paor...

Early business chat for 28 January 2026

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Doomsday clock lurches closer to midnight

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The panel of scientists behind the Doomsday Clock has announced it has ticked one-second closer to the destruction of humanity. Dr Steve Fetter is a p...

Latest news from the United States with Simon Marks

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann from Washington.

Rural news update

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early Sports Chat

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Govt announces financial support for regions hit by weather

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister has announced financial support for flood hit regions of New Zealand. Lillian Hanly reports.

Latest international news

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Thames-Coromandel State of Emergency ends today

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Thames-Coromandel's local State of Emergency ends today, but the clean-up is far from over. Mayor Peter Revell spoke to Corin Dann.

Morning Report Essentials for Monday 26 January

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The RNZ-Reid Research poll surveyed one-thousand-people from January the 15th through to the 22nd; A mix of cameras, drones, and human spotters are pr...

Fish n chip shop becomes community hub during flooding

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce and Dana Williams have been humbled by the generosity of their customers since they lost their home to the flood that hit their Northland town. ...

Salvation Army pastor walking length of NZ

26 Jan 2026

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A retired Salvation Army pastor is battling blisters and hunger as he walks the length of New Zealand to raise money for foodbanks. Amy Williams repor...

Gold prices reach record highs

26 Jan 2026

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The price of gold is surging, up over 75% in the last year alone. Infometrics economist Gareth Kiernan spoke to Corin Dann.

Morning sports chat for 27 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Market update for 27 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Is it worth having a savings account?

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some of New Zealand's least generous savings accounts are paying as little as 0.05 percent in interest. RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds has be...

Two thirds of people report exposure to extreme content online

26 Jan 2026

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It's becoming more common for people to see extreme or illegal content online - with a new survey finding two thirds of people have seen such material...

Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.

Wild deer wander the streets of Whanganui

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Wild deer roaming the streets of suburban Whanganui are delighting some residents, while raising concerns for others. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robi...

Future of Hamilton to Auckland train service on the line

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The future of the Hamilton to Auckland train is on the line, with supporters holding a rally this weekend ahead of a key funding decision next month. ...

Parking fees at Mt Cook raise $214K in a month

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A five dollar-an-hour parking fee at some popular tourist spots has raised almost half a million dollars in its first month. DOC's Operations Manager ...

Morning sports chat for 27 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Latest business news for 26 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Cameras and drones monitoring Mount Maunganui landslide

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A mix of cameras, drones, and human spotters are providing constant monitoring of the Mount Maunganui landslide, as recovery efforts continue. Bay of ...

What moving to off-peak hours could do for your power bill

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Shifting more of our electricity use to off-peak hours could save the country up to $3 billion. Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority Chief Exe...

Latest RNZ-Reid Research political poll released

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The RNZ-Reid Research poll surveyed one-thousand-people from January the 15th through to the 22nd. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch spoke to In...

Early business chat for 27 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

World surf league event to take place in Raglan

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Raglan will host one of the world's biggest surfing events this year, after being added as a stop on the World Surf League Championship Tour. National...

Court hearings take place over fatal shooting of Alex Pretti

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Two court hearings are taking place in the US today, in relation to the fatal shooting of Minneapolis man Alex Pretti by a federal agent. Corresponden...

Latest rural news for 26 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early Sports Chat for 27 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Dunedin council pays tribute to former mayor, Jules Radich

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Former Dunedin mayor Jules Radich has been remembered as a passionate leader who always put his community first with a smile and a twinkle in his eye....

Latest world news for 27 January 2026

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Warnings over lack of beds for dementia patients

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Aged Care Association is warning that dementia patients are being forced to move from their communities because there aren't enough beds where the...

Morning Report Essentials for Monday 26 January

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NZ First leader Winston Peters is questioning whether New Zealand should continue to fund the World Health Organisation; Travel agents are worried Bri...

Australian Open update

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tennis Commentator Dave Worsley spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Melbourne.

Latest news from Australia

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Latest news from Australia with Emma Cropper.

Morning sports chat for Monday 26 January

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Latest business news update

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

High unemployment boosting volunteering numbers here and abroad

25 Jan 2026

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An organisation offering volunteering work abroad says New Zealand's tight job market is fueling interest in their assignments. Amy Williams reports.

KiwiSaver default rate to rise by one percent

25 Jan 2026

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The default KiwiSaver rate is slowly rising from 3%to 4% by 2028. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann.

Parts of East Coast evacuated due to landslide risks

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Residents on the East Coast in Onepoto and parts of Te Araroa were evacuated over the weekend due to landslide risks. Tairawhiti Civil Defence group c...

Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.

Human remains found at site of Mount Maunganui landslide

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Recovery work at the scene of the Mount Maunganui landslide has been halted after a crack was seen on the hillside. RNZ Reporter Lauren Crimp is in Mo...

What the higher-than-expected inflation figures could mean

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Economists say it might be time to recalibrate our expectations for inflation and interest rates following higher-than-expected inflation figures on F...

150,000 tonnes of trees still on the ground after October storm

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A logging contractor in Clutha estimates there's more than 150,000 tonnes of trees still on the ground at private properties, after a storm lashed the...

Sports Chat for Monday 26 January

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Market Update for Monday 26 January

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Concerns over changes to UK passport rules

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Travel agents are worried British-New Zealand dual nationals may get turned away at the airport or UK border when new passport rules come into force. ...

Winston Peters questions whether NZ should continue to fund WHO

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

NZ First leader Winston Peters is questioning whether New Zealand should continue to fund the World Health Organisation. Mr Peters spoke to Corin Dann...

Tauranga Mayor announces investigation into slip disaster

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rescue crews have halted recovery efforts at the Mount Maunganui landslide overnight after workers spotted potential instability in the slip. Tauranga...

Morning Business News for 26 January 2026

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

Latest news from United States with Mitch McCann

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Vigils and protests have been held across the US, after a 37-year-old Minneapolis man was fatally shot by federal officers. Mitch McCann spoke to Cori...

Morning Rural News for Monday 26 January

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

Early Sports Chat for Monday 26 January

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Mount Maunganui search on hold due to risk of further slips

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The search for six people unaccounted for after a landslide hit a campground at the base of Mount Maunganui has been put on hold due to the risk of fu...

Latest news from overseas with Alice Wilkins

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Weather hampering response to East Coast flooding

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Gisborne helicopter pilot helping with the East Coast civil defence response says treacherous weather has made flying conditions tough, as floods cu...

Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 23 January

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Emergency crews have been working through the night searching for people missing after a landslide at Mount Maunganui; Emergency teams have been searc...

Kiwis get ready for next month’s Winter Olympics

22 Jan 2026

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From curling to cross country skiing and bobsleighing - the 25th Winter Olympics are nearly upon us. Marty Toomey, who is the Chef de Mission leading ...

Latest news from Europe with Lucy Thompson

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Europe Correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Sports Chat for Friday 23 January

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Bridget Tunnicliffe

Political year kicks off as Ratana celebrations begin

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Politicians will this morning be travelling Ratana Pa south of Whanganui for the annual celebrations, which traditionally mark the start of the politi...

Start of the year can be a tough time financially for families

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The start of the year can be a tough time financially for many families. Research this week has shown lots of us are already feeling stressed about ev...

Riversdale community comes together to support injured teen

22 Jan 2026

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Members of the lower North Island's Riversdale community have come together in an outpouring of support for a teen who suffered a horrific spinal inju...

Gisborne mayor Rehette Stoltz speaks to Morning Report

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gisborne is in clean-up mode again after heavy rain and flooding caused major damage, leaving some areas cut off and roads blocked by slips and debris...

Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale speaks to Morning Report

22 Jan 2026

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Emergency teams have been searching overnight for several people trapped under a landslide at Mount Maunganui. Tauranga Mayor Mahe Drysdale spoke to M...

World Buskers Festival hits the streets of Christchurch

22 Jan 2026

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Acrobats, juggling and flying trapeze artists will fill Christchurch's CBD for the next ten days as the World Buskers Festival returns to town. Anna S...

What role climate change may have played in recent weather

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For years climate scientists have warned us to expect more extreme weather - now, it seems, we're living through it. Chris Brandolino is a Principal S...

Young children with cystic fibrosis could soon access Trikafta

22 Jan 2026

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Very young children with cystic fibrosis could soon access funded medicines with the potential to add decades to their lives. Christchurch couple Edwa...

Thames Coromandel mayor provides update on conditions

22 Jan 2026

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Coromandel locals say the heavy rain that blocked roads and left communities isolated was the worst in 30-years. Thames Coromandel mayor Peter Revell ...

Market Update for Friday 23 January

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Retailers report disappointing sales figures for December

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Retailers have reported a disappointing December for sales, saying they believe consumers are still keeping spending tight. Retail NZ chief executive ...

Coromandel residents hit by floods and slips

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Tairua man has described waking to screams before finding his elderly neighbours trapped and covered in mud. RNZ's Field Correspondent Charlotte Coo...

Witnesses describe the moment the Mauao slip came down

22 Jan 2026

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Witnesses have described the noise and the confusion as the Mauao slip came down. Rowan Quinn reports.

An update on rescue efforts from Minister Mark Mitchell

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Emergency crews have been working through the night searching for people missing after a landslide at Mount Maunganui. Emergency Management and Recove...

Business News for Friday 23 January

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

What Greenland threats could mean for Antarctica and NZ

22 Jan 2026

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Polar region experts are warning that US threats over Greenland could also have ramifications for Antarctica, including New Zealand's interests there....

Asian Americans eye up move to New Zealand

22 Jan 2026

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An immigration advisor says he's seeing a noticeable increase in Asian Americans exploring visa options to New Zealand, with some citing safety concer...

Landslides cut off main access to Oakura

22 Jan 2026

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Landslides have cut off the main access roads to Oakura in Northland, leaving a steep and narrow emergency road as the only way in or out. Oakura Comm...