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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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Tuesday, 17 February 2026
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Business owners welcome Eden Park changes
17 Feb 2026Business owners near Eden Park are welcoming the easing of event restrictions at the stadium. Steve Gillett, owns the Kingslander pub and is chair of the Kingsland Business Association. He spoke to… Read more Audio
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Tempers flare at a Moa Point public meeting
17 Feb 2026Tempers flared at a fiery public meeting about the meltdown at Wellington's Moa Point sewage treatment plant last night. Lauren Crimp was there. Audio
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Parts of South Wairarapa remain cut off
17 Feb 2026Communities in South Wairarapa remain cut off this morning, after torrential rain and galeforce winds downed trees, cut power to thousands, and closed roads across the North Island. South Wairarapa… Read more Audio
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Concerns over speed of prison expansion
17 Feb 2026A prison expansion is on such a fast track, it prompted officials to ask if compromises are being made. Papers show the Hawke's Bay Regional Prison project is using a one-off "untested" design to… Read more Audio
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Wild weather reaches Canterbury
17 Feb 2026As many regions move into recovery mode - parts of Canterbury continue to be hit by intense wind and rain. RNZ reporter Anna Sargent spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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UK PM pledges to tackle AI chatbots
17 Feb 2026UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is pledging to tackle AI chatbots. It's part of a wider proposal to help protect children online and crack down on the addictive elements of social media. Ingrid… Read more Audio
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Morning rural news
17 Feb 2026Fruit and veggie growers are taking stock of damage following recent storms. The morning's rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. Audio
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Winiata Marae steps up for stranded travellers
17 Feb 2026When the huge storm closed State Highway One between Taihape and Hunterville yesterday leaving hundreds of drivers stranded, the community at Winiata Marae knew just what to do. They quickly put word… Read more Audio
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Latest world news
17 Feb 2026Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
Monday, 16 February 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 16 February
16 Feb 2026This morning we spoke to the Prime Minister after he confirmed Eden Park will host a State of Origin match next year. We also spoke to Sir Graham Lowe about the announcement; The Vaping Industry… Read more 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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