Morning Report

Morning Report Essentials for Friday 16 January

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A former All Blacks captain says New Zealand Rugby was left with no option but to sack Scott Robertson; With an internet blackout in place in Iran, on...

NZ Surfing Nationals taking place in Gisborne

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The New Zealand surfing Nationals have been on all week in Gisborne and they're getting to the pointy end of the competition with the men's and men's ...

What's been making news overnight in Europe

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Liucy Thompson spoke to Melissa Chan-Green from London with an update on what's been making news overnight in Europe.

Sports Chat

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Jonty Dine.

Market Update

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

No 8 wire mentality making Kiwis vulnerable to scammers

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A new report from a global cybersecurity company says online scammers are using our "number 8 wire" mentality against us. Specialist systems engineer ...

New chief executive at Federated Farmers

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The new chief executive of Federated Farmers says he wants to create an "unfair" advantage for kiwi farmers at home and on the world stage. Mike Sierm...

What next for the All Blacks, and who could take over as coach?

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand Rugby have given Scott 'Razor' Robertson the cut just half way through his four year contract. RNZ Sports Reporter Joe Porter spoke to Lau...

Skilled or not: residence changes this year and who it affects

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Migrants who were told their job was skilled and put them on a path to residence say the goalposts have shifted - and some are off to Australia.

Calls to invest in environment as Govt boosts tourism marketing

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is investing $3.7 million to market New Zealand's regions internationally, encouraging visitors to travel beyond traditional hotspots d...

Sports Chat

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Jonty Dine.

Market Update

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Warnings over car heat not getting through to dog owners

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

SPCA inspectors in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato have been getting up to 4 calls a day for dogs left in hot cars this summer. Jason Blair leads the te...

Internet blackout in place as Starlink deployed to Iran

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

With an internet blackout in place in Iran, only scant details about what is happening on the ground are emerging via the Elon Musk-owned internet sat...

Locals say beachcombing putting marine eco-system at risk

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Locals in northern Auckland say busloads of people are turning up to beaches and taking everything from sea cucumbers to starfish out of rockpools. Je...

Sacking Robertson was unavoidable, says former AB captain

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A former All Blacks captain says New Zealand Rugby was left with no option but to sack Scott Robertson. Taine Randell spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 15 January

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Waikato regional councillor says rising visitor numbers are damaging the Blue Spring near Putaruru, with rubbish clogging toilets, coins thrown into...

Floorball tournament kicks off in Wellington

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week Wellington is hosting an international tournament for a sport you've probably never heard of. Floorball is particularly popular in Scandanav...

10-year-old celebrates NCEA and Cambridge success

14 Jan 2026

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While teenagers up and down the motu are opening their NCEA results, they're joined by 10-year old Raymond Hsu. In 2025, Raymond was one of the few, a...

Wellington City Mission cafe marks one year of 24-hour support

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a year since the Wellington City Mission opened its crisis recovery cafe, providing round the clock support for anyone experiencing emotiona...

Sports Chat

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Jonty Dine

Market Update

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

US and UK begin troop withdrawal amid Iran tensions

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The US and UK have begun pulling troops from a key military base in the middle east. Associated Press correspondent, Philip Crowther spoke to Melissa ...

Experts say ManageMyHealth ignored years of security warnings

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

IT experts say ManageMyHealth ignored warnings about vulnerabilities in its cyber security for years - but the regulatory vacuum meant the company was...

Labour may introduce streaming levy to fund local productions

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Streaming services could be forking over cash to support local productions should Labour get into government. Irene Gardiner, president of the Screen ...

Zealandia hits record temperatures as climate warms

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New research shows rising land and ocean temperatures across Zealandia, with 2025 the hottest year on record. The five warmest years have all occurred...

SH3 closure forces lengthy detours in and out of Taranaki

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The closure of State Highway 3 north of Mt Messenger for five days is forcing motorists to take lengthy detours in and out of Taranaki. From Friday, t...

London OE dream dims as Kiwis struggle to find work

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An OE in London is often viewed as a rite of passage for travel-hungry New Zealanders and Australians. But even experienced expats are finding it diff...

Summer break reignites concerns over literacy ‘summer slide’

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

While much focus was put on literacy achievement in schools in 2025, the break over summer raises the issue of a 'summer slide', a phenomenon studied ...

Sports Chat

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world

Market Update for 15 January 2026

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Concerns over touchscreens prompt ANCAP push for buttons

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As vehicle dashboards rely more heavily on touchscreens, concerns are growing about driver distraction. ANCAP says it will reward higher safety rating...

How business confidence could affect mortgage rates and lending

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Signs of rising confidence and a possible peak in unemployment may influence the Reserve Bank's February decision, with potential implications for mor...

Dual UK–NZ citizens angry over new passport rule

14 Jan 2026

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Dual UK New Zealand citizens are up in arms over a change that forces them to get UK passports or specific documents to return to Britain. Gill Bonnet...

Councillor seeks tourist levy funds to protect Blue Spring site

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Waikato regional councillor says rising visitor numbers are damaging the Blue Spring near Putaruru, with rubbish clogging toilets, coins thrown into...

Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 January

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government hopes a law change will give the electricity authority more teeth to maintain a fair and competitive market; Business confidence has ri...

Onboard with the Waikato harbourmaster for Operation Neptune

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The run of hot weather is ideal for the estimated 160,000 recreational boaties who launch into the waters in and around Waikato each year. RNZ's Waika...

Kiwi teen aims to be youngest to bike Aotearoa trails solo

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Mahe Braaksma has spent his summer holidays riding more than 3000km across the country on his own, hoping to be the youngest person to complete the to...

Latest from Australia with correspondent Rebekah Holt

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Latest from Australia with correspondent Rebekah Holt.

Sports Chat

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Glen Larmer.

Market Update

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

"New year, new me" trend linked to rise in breakups

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This time of year sees a surge of people filing for divorce or breaking up with their partners. Divorce coach, Kelly Sutton spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Queenstown workers struggle to stay as living costs soar

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Despite record visitor numbers and hundreds of job opportunities, workers in Queenstown say the cost of living is making it increasingly difficult to ...

US lawmakers head to Denmark amid Trump Greenland claims

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Greenland and Denmark's Prime Ministers have held a joint news conference in response to President Donald Trump's renewed desire to annex the territor...

Teen charged after allegedly using nitrous oxide while driving

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An 18-year-old has been charged with dangerous driving after allegedly inhaling nitrous oxide - also known as nangs or NOS - while behind the wheel in...

Kerikeri swelters while access to swimming spots dries up

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Northland town of Kerikeri has been smashing temperature records in recent days - but the sweltering conditions come as the town loses access to o...

Maori chefs hope to reconnect people with traditional kai

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The E Kai Maori partnership has been running three day wananga at different marae around the country for the last three years to revive practical know...

NZ scientists hope $1m boost leads to new melanoma treatment

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand has the world's highest melanoma death rate, but University of Auckland scientists hope a $1 million grant will help bring a new treatment...

Sports Chat

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Market Update

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

NCEA results published today

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today's the day students can login to their NZQA portal to see how they did. Craig Dyason, a careers advisor at Albany Senior High School spoke to Mel...

Business confidence at highest level since 2014

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Business confidence has risen to its highest level since March 2014 according to the latest survey by the Institute of Economic Research. Lisa Quarrie...

Coroner calls for urgent support for released prisoners

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Coroner is calling for urgent psychological support for prisoners before and after their release, following the death of a man who served almost 3...

Govt hopes tougher powers will keep electricity market fair

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Government hopes a law change will give the electricity authority more teeth to maintain a fair and competitive market. Energy Minister Simon Watt...

Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 13 January

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An IT expert says even more of the country's patient information portals are at risk - because there's no-one checking private providers; A Southland ...

Fears pet cats putting birds at risk in Queenstown

12 Jan 2026

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Conservationists fear roaming pet cats could undo years of work at a Queenstown wetland. Katie Todd reports.

Dead hammerhead sharks washing up in Auckland

12 Jan 2026

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Dead hammerhead sharks have been washing up on shore in north Auckland, perplexing some beachgoers. Marine biologist and shark enthusiast Riley Elliot...

US correspondent Zach Montellaro from Washington DC

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the last few hours, three former heads of the US central bank have put out a statement condemning a criminal investigation into the current chair J...

Sports Chat

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on the latest sports news from RNZ's sports team.

Market Update

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on the latest business headlines from RNZ's business team.

Tips for getting your finances sorted in the new year

12 Jan 2026

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Practical things you can do to get your year off to a good start financially. RNZ's money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Retail chain Yoyoso in liquidation owing millions

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Retail and supermarket chain Yoyoso is in liquidation owing millions of dollars, and liquidators say it's unlikely unsecured creditors will get their ...

Kmart sand recall leaves Christchurch father footing the bill

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Christchurch father has been left out of carpet - and out of pocket - after pulling it up during a major recall of coloured sand. He spoke with Kim ...

States of Emergency now far more frequent across New Zealand

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New data shows New Zealanders are spending far more time under States of Emergency than a decade ago, driven by increasingly frequent storms and fires...

Christchurch club hosts visiting Australian and UK cricketers

12 Jan 2026

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A Christchurch cricket club welcomed an overseas touring team from Australia and the UK to its scenic home ground. Ben Stokes' brother was among the p...

New OCD treatment being trialled in New Zealand

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An intensive, circuit-breaker type treatment for obsessive compulsive disorder is now being trialled in New Zealand. Founder of the treatment, Dr Bjar...

Sports Chat

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Market Update

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

GP says skin cancer reaching almost epidemic levels

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Southland GP says skin cancer is reaching an almost epidemic level. She's so concerned that she's opening the region's first specialist clinic. Dr S...

Leaders warn tourism risks Blue Spring taonga

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A popular five-kilometre walkway and crystal-clear Blue Spring near Putaruru is drawing growing numbers of visitors, but also unsafe parking, rubbish,...

Skippers Bridge closed after Serious structural failures found

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A popular tourist area north of Queenstown has been cut off after engineers identified serious structural failures with Skippers Bridge. Jessica Hopki...

More patient data could be at risk says IT expert

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An IT expert says even more of the country's patient information portals are at risk - because there's no-one checking private providers. Callum McMen...

Morning Report Essentials for Monday 12 January

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

While parts of the country experienced scorching temperatures yesterday, other areas were hit with heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Napier almost br...

The Battle of Ruapekapeka Pa remembered

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Up to a thousand people gathered on a Northland hilltop before dawn yesterday to remember the Battle of Ruapekapeka Pa. Reporter Peter de Graaf.

NZ crowns first national women’s Scrabble champion

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Scrabble boards were put to serious use as New Zealand hosted its first national women's Scrabble championship in Auckland. Twenty competitors battled...

Latest news from Europe with correspondent Lucy Thomson

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Lauren Crimp from London.

Sports Chat

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Glen Larmer.

Market Update

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Elina Svitolina wins ASB Classic Women's singles title

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ukrainian Elina Svitolina has won the ASB Classic Women's Single title in straight sets. Commentator Dave Worsley spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Cost-of-living crises through history

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The phrase "cost of living" has become synonymous with a struggle faced by increasing numbers of Kiwi families just to make ends meet. The news is ful...

Iranians in NZ fear for families amid Iran protest crackdown

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwi-based Iranians are watching with worry as Iranian military forces continue their violent crackdown on anti-government protesters. Forough Amin wh...

Northland particularly hit by Manage My Health data breach

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New details in the Manage My Health data breach show more than 80,000 of the 125,000 patients affected by the hack are based in Northland. Coast to Co...

How to avoid being left behind at the bus stop

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that we should use public transport more but there's nothing fun about being left on the side of the road when you're trying to catch a bu...

New supermarket giving Christchurch locals an alternative

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The owner of a new supermarket in Christchurch says sales in the first three days were more than double what they expected. Ethan Vickery and his fath...

Sports Chat

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Glen Larmer.

Market Update

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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

Deadly weekend at beaches and rivers as Kiwis escape heat

11 Jan 2026

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It was a deadly weekend at the country's beaches and rivers as kiwis hit the water to escape the scorching sun. Water Safety NZ chief executive Glen S...

Jehovah's Witness Convention takes place in Auckland

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Jehovah's Witness Convention in Auckland over the weekend has been forecast to boost the city's economy by more than $20 million. Hotel Council Aote...

Hawkes Bay hit by near record breaking temperatures

11 Jan 2026

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RNZ reporter Jessica Hopkins's been speaking to some of the people who experienced the hottest weather in the country.

New Zealand hit by winds, heat and lightning

11 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

While parts of the country experienced scorching temperatures yesterday, other areas were hit with heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Napier almost br...

Morning Report Essentials for Friday 9 January

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

South Marlborough is in a restricted fire season, meaning permits are required, and Canterbury has cancelled fire permits for the weekend. Heat alerts...

Kiwi busking mum and daughter become TikTok hit

08 Jan 2026

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A Hamilton Mum and her 8 year old daughter have found unexpected social media fame while taking a special road trip this summer. Jessie Matthews and A...

Queenstown targets ultra-wealthy tourists with luxury stays

08 Jan 2026

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Queenstown's tourism offering is shifting upmarket with new ultra-luxury experiences targeting high-spending travellers. Katie Todd reports.

Latest news from London with Lucy Thomson

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

UK correspondent Lucy Thomson spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Morning sports update

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

An update on the latest sports headlines with Barry Guy.

Morning business update

08 Jan 2026

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Morning business update with Jeffrey Halley.

Lastest from MetService as weekend heat warnings issued

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Just how hot is it going to get this weekend across New Zealand? MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Former colleagues remember Sir Tim Shadbolt

08 Jan 2026

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The enormous legacy of Sir Tim Shadbolt includes those praising his role in turning Invercargill's fortune around and his comic genius. Shadbolt died ...

Hackers threaten to leak records as patients face confusion

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As hackers have threatened to publish all 430,000 patient records they've stolen, there's still widespread confusion among patients about what's happe...

High heat makes summer the riskiest season for new workers

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Summer has been found to carry the most risk for new workers getting into construction. Brett Murray, chief executive of Site Safe spoke to Melissa Ch...