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RNZ National’s flagship news programme known for breaking news stories, incisive interviews with politicians across the political spectrum and newsmakers and commentators from Aotearoa and around the world. There's a lot to talk about in the mornings and Morning Report is covering the stories that matter to the people of Aotearoa.
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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Monday, 19 January 2026
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Possible changes to Auckland housing intensification targets
19 Jan 2026The Government is considering lowering its housing intensification targets in Auckland after pushback from critics. Scott Caldwell, a spokesperson for advocacy group Coalition for More Homes spoke to… Read more Audio
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Northlanders begin clean up after weekend flooding
19 Jan 2026Northlanders have begun the big job of cleaning up the debris left by yesterday's flooding. Kim Baker-Wilson is in Oakura and spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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Black Caps take historic ODI series win over India
19 Jan 2026The Black Caps have won the final ODI against India to take the series 2-1. Debutant Jayden Lennox spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
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Calls for Picton ferry terminal to move to Clifford Bay
19 Jan 2026It's been an idea floated for nearly 100 years - shifting the Picton ferry terminal to Clifford Bay for a faster Cook Strait crossing but so far, the Government has dismissed the proposal. Mary Argue… Read more Audio
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Trump push for Greenland risks ‘dangerous downward spiral’
Donald Trump is doubling down on his efforts to acquire Greenland, threatening to slap tariffs on European allies standing in his way. Nicholas Ross Smith, a senior research fellow at Canterbury… Read more Audio
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Market Update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Market Update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Pharmac seeks advice on Wegovy government funding
19 Jan 2026Pharmac is seeking clinical advice on whether the weight loss medication Wegovy should receive government funding. Professor of Paediatric Endocrinology at the University of Auckland, Wayne Cutfield… Read more Audio
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Pharmac seeks advice on Wegovy government funding
19 Jan 2026Pharmac is seeking clinical advice on whether the weight loss medication Wegovy should receive government funding. Professor of Paediatric Endocrinology at the University of Auckland, Wayne Cutfield… Read more Audio
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Minister considering ban over rock pool harvesting
19 Jan 2026The government is working on stopping busloads of people stripping rockpools of sea life in north Auckland. Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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Whangarei Mayor Ken Couper updates flood situation
19 Jan 2026Most flood-damaged roads on Northland's east coast have been cleared after yesterday's torrential rain brought down slips and downed trees. Whangarei Mayor Ken Couper spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Morning Report
RNZ National’s flagship news programme known for breaking news stories, incisive interviews with politicians across the political spectrum and newsmakers and commentators from Aotearoa and around the world. There's a lot to talk about in the mornings and Morning Report is covering the stories that matter to the people of Aotearoa.
Hosted by former political editor and breakfast and business TV host Corin Dann, with co-presenter Ingrid Hipkiss. They’re joined by award-winning newsreader Nicola Wright, and, sports newsreader and commentator Nathan Rarere (who also hosts First Up from 5-6am weekdays).
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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