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Te Matatini gets underway at Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth
This year's Te Matatini as just got underway at the Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth/Ngāmotu. Te Manu Korihi reporter Emma Andrews spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Thousands expected in New Plymouth to compete in Te Matatini
Thousands are expected to pour through the gates of New Plymouth's Bowl of Brooklands on Tuesday, as kapa haka groups from around the country compete in Te Matatini. Māori News Journalist Tuwhenuaroa… Audio
Taranaki economy set for boost thanks to Te Matatini
Te Matatini - the national kapa haka championships - kick off in New Plymouth on Tuesday - the first time the event has been held in Taranaki for more than 30 years. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio
Champion barbecuer Troy Bilbrough sizzles world champs
Competitive barbecuer Troy Bilbrough has achieved the best-ever result for a New Zealander at the American Royal World Series of Barbecue. Audio
Hamish Kerr wins Sportsman of the Year at Halbergs
Olympic high jump champion Hamish Kerr was named Sportsman of the Year, ahead of kayak cross Olympic gold medallist Finn Butcher, triathlete Hayden Wilde, footballer Chris Wood and the jockey James… Audio
NZ's best sports people honoured at Halberg Awards
The absolute best of New Zealand sport was celebrated at the 62nd annual Halberg Awards last night in Auckland. Sports reporter Jonty Dine was at Spark Arena for all the glitz, glamour and glory. Audio
Oscar buzz builds after BAFTAs
The Oscars are in two weeks' time, but a good indicator of what might happen there took place in London at the BAFTAs. Showbiz correspondent Sandro Monetti spoke to Morning Report. Audio
Competitive field for Halberg Awards
New Zealand sport's best and brightest in 2024 will be honoured tonight at the Halberg Awards - in what is considered one of the most competitive ceremonies in recent memory. Stuff senior sports… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 14 February 2025
On today's episode, the families of those who died in Cyclone Gabrielle say Hawke's Bay residents are in danger because authorities have not made the urgent changes needed to keep people safe in… Audio
Grammy Awards 2025 dominated by women
It's one of music's biggest nights of the year - with this year's Grammy's largely dominated by women. RNZ's Tahi presenter Janay Harding spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Voting opens for Quote of the Year competition
Voting is underway for this year's Quote of the Year competition. Massey University speech-writing specialist Dr Heather Kavan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The Sunday Morning Quiz with Jack Waley-Cohen
Our quiz master Jack Waley-Cohen is back for another Sunday Morning quiz. Audio
The Panel with Aimie Hines and Peter Elliott (Part 2)
Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Aimie Hines and Peter Elliott to discuss a new survey revealing just how bad we are at backseat driving and chat to a potential Guiness… Audio
12,000 Miles | Episode 1: Ground Work
In the first of a three-part series, bands from Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland travel to Scotland to compete in the World Pipe Band Championships. Video
12,000 Miles | Episode 2: Circadian Clocks
In part two of 12,000 Miles, we follow four Kiwi bands as they land in Glasgow, adjust to the time difference, and prepare for their first competitions. Video
12,000 Miles | Episode 3: 'The Green'
In our final episode, it's down to the wire as the bands face the judges in their final performances. Video
12,000 Miles | Trailer
12,000 Miles is a spellbinding insight into the journey New Zealanders take to compete at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow, Scotland. Video
Singapore hosts world chess championship
The world chess championship kicked off in Singapore on Monday night, with the incumbent champion taking an early lead. Morning Report's chess reporter Troy Matich has more. Audio
'Two to four years' to live - cycling champion Chris Hoy reveals cancer diagnosis
Britain's six-time Olympic track cycling champion Chris Hoy has revealed he has "two to four years" to live.
