Morning Report
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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
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...
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Donald Trump to deliver State of the Union speech today
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump will give his State of the Union speech later today. Correspondent Jagruti Dave spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Washington DC.
Morning Rural News for 25 February 2026
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.
Morning sports chat for 25 February 2026
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.
Increased powers for NZ immigration officers
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Immigration officers will soon have the power to request identity-based information from suspected overstayers in homes and workplaces. Political repo...
Latest world news for 25 February 2026
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
Report finds increased psychological distress in young people
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Young people are facing more psychological distress and finding it harder to get specialist help according to a new report. Mental Health and Wellbein...
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 24 February
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This morning Chris Hipkins joined us for his weekly chat following his state of the nation speech yesterday; Plus, we spoke to RNZ's National Crime Co...
New mural pays tribute to Fat Freddy's Drop’ Chris Faiumu
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A longstanding mural of David Bowie in downtown Wellington has been replaced with one paying tribute to Fat Freddy's Drop band member Chris Faiumu, wh...
Bird watching good for the brain according to research
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bird watching may be more than a relaxing and rewarding pastime - it could also be good for the brain. Erik Wing from Canada's Baycrest Academy for Re...
Wellington Zoo inundated with injured birds following storm
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After last week's storms, Wellington Zoo has been inundated with injured sea birds and staff have been busy looking after them at its avian hospital T...
Morning sports chat
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning market update
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Streeties ask where they're supposed to go under move on policy
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The government is giving police new powers to move on rough sleepers, or people displaying disorderly behaviour in town and city centres.
Aussie move leaves Kiwi with tax credit bill
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A New Zealander who has left for Australia says he's been hit hard by Inland Revenue "annualising" his income to claw back Working for Families credit...
Tariff uncertainty for NZ fruit exporters
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's fruit exporters are among those grappling with uncertainty after US President Donald Trump announced a fresh 15-percent global tariff se...
Weekly interview with opposition leader, Chris Hipkins
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report.
Labour’s Chris Hipkins delivers his State of the Nation speech
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins delivered his State of the Nation speech in Auckland yesterday, with a promise a new Labour government would run an ...
Dairy farmers look to lock in economic wins
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins delivered his State of the Nation speech in Auckland yesterday, with a promise a new Labour government would run an ...
Morning sports chat
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning market update
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Mounting financial pressure putting university out of reach
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Student leaders say mounting financial pressure is putting university out of reach for some. President of the Waikato Students' Union and law student ...
Wellington Phoenix bring back old hand
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Wellington Phoenix have brought back an old hand after its head coach quit this weekend. Director of Football Shaun Gill, the man tasked with find...
Tourists in Mexico urged to take shelter
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tourists in Mexico are being urged to shelter in place, as violence erupts after the death of a top drug lord. Mehpara Khan is a New Zealander who is ...
Police Minister Mark Mitchell discusses new move on orders
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Police Association is questioning whether officers are the right people to help rough sleepers get the social support they need. Police Minister M...
Morning business chat
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
New revelations about Jevon McSkimming
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's been revealed Jevon McSkimming claimed he pursued harassment charges against a woman who accused him of sexual assault after he was advised to by...
Animal law expert says NZ needs to rethink dog control laws
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An animal law academic says New Zealand needs a total rethink when it comes to dog control laws, and should consider requiring dog-owners to be licens...
Four years on from the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week marks four years since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. A recent round of peace talks have brought progress, but still no b...
Morning rural news
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.
Morning sports chat
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.
Leaders warn hardship could be pushing students out of uni
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Student leaders are warning rising hardship could start pushing people out of university. Rayssa Almeida reports.
Latest news from around the world
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.
Union says neurologist shortage a symptom of poor health system
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A doctors' union says a neurologist shortage is the perfect case study in what's going wrong across our health system. Association of Salaried Medical...
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 23 February
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This morning we spoke to the Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; We spoke to Auckland Council, they're asking for the government to do more about dog c...
Latest news from Australia
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Time to cross the Tasman now and speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper.
Gore's iconic trout finally gets a name
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gore's iconic statue is no longer with-trout a name.The brown trout statue has been proudly leaping in the Southland town since 1989 after being local...
New Zealanders are having a successful night at the BAFTAs
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington visual effects artist Joe Letteri joins us now live from the outside the Baftas!
Weather anxiety increases following recent storms
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nine local states of emergency have been declared so far in 2026, that's already more than were declared in all of 2025 and 2024. Repeated weather eve...
Morning market update
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Morning sports chat
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Is it harder being a student in 2026?
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do modern students have it tougher? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann.
Mounjaro approved by Medsafe
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Medsafe has quietly approved another weight loss drug, Mounjaro, which is now available by prescription in some New Zealand pharmacies. Obesity doctor...
Store owners hope new move on powers will bring customers back
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A business owner in central Auckland is hopeful giving the police powers to move anti-social people will bring more customers to the city centre. Nick...
Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.
Warnings of potential job losses in construction sector
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There may be more job losses and liquidations to come, warns the head of the country's largest commercial construction firm, as the sector tries to re...
Morning sports chat
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning market update
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
UK entry requirement changes come into force this week
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Travel Agents' Association of New Zealand say the last minute back track on UK entry requirements is causing more confusion for travellers Its Chi...
Advocates for homeless oppose new move-on orders
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Advocates for the homeless say proposed new police powers to move on rough sleepers will do nothing to tackle the issue. Auckland City Missioner Helen...
The Rotary Club-funded counselling service for students
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Schools say a scheme that pays for counselling for students within 24 hours is making a huge difference. Education correspondent John Gerritsen report...
E-scooter injuries on the rise
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New ACC data revealed e-scooter injuries are on the rise - and young people and children are making up about half of claims. Starship emergency paedia...
Morning business news
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Morning business news with Anan Zaki.
Minister Todd McClay discusses the latest US tariff threats
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Businesses face huge uncertainty over Donald Trump's latest tariff threats.
Armed man shot dead at Mar-a-Lago
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US correspondent Ira Spitzer spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Rural News 23rd February 2026
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The kiwifruit season gets underway for Maori-owned kiwifruit orchards in the Bay of Plenty and the latest of red meat exports. The morning's rural new...
Morning sports chat
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.
Government introduces move-on orders for homeless
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Move-on orders are coming to our city and town centres, with the government confirming police will have the power to disperse people sleeping rough, b...
Latest world news
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Latest world news with Alice Wilkins.
Latest world news
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Latest world news with Alice Wilkins.
Renewed calls for dog control legislation overhaul
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Councils are renewing calls for an overhaul of dog-control legislation after a second serious dog attack in a week. Auckland Council's General Manager...
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 20 February
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This morning we spoke to a Raglan dairy farmer following the decision from Fonterra shareholders to sell the company's consumer brand business Mainlan...
Latest news from Australia for 20 February 2026
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Time to cross the Tasman now and talk to the ABC's Richard Willingham.
Regional roundup: On The Fly Mataura River Festival in Gore
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This weekend it's the On The Fly Mataura River Festival in Gore. Event Coordinator Florine Potts spoke to Corin Dann.
Morning market update
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Changes made for renters living with pets
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Things have officially got better for tenants with pets in the past couple of months. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Weekly Sports Panel for 20 February 2026
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weekly sports panel with 1News Sports Editor Abby Wilson, and former All Black captain Taine Randell
Move to ban paywave and credit surcharges appears stalled
19 Feb 2026
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Government promises to ban paywave and credit surcharges from card payments appear to have stalled. Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Br...
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo takes over Eden Park
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has swapped Edinburgh Castle for Eden Park, with Auckland hosting the musical phenomenon this weekend. Emma Leask ...
Govt introduce legislation to make English an official language
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The government has introduced legislation to make English an official language - to ridicule from the opposition, and fierce defence from Winston Pete...
Minister Chris Bishop responds to housing changes
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says the council isn't going to change its approach to housing intensification after the government lowered its housing cap...
Early sports chat
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
Morning market update
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Airport Association says regions bearing brunt of airfare hikes
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Airport Association says regional New Zealand is bearing the brunt of airfare hikes because of a lack of competition. New Zealand Airports Associa...
Call for urgent government investment in neurologists
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's a call for urgent government investment in specialist neurologists to treat the growing number of people with Multiple sclerosis. Amanda Rose ...