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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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Friday, 20 February 2026
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Farmer says 250 sheep killed by roaming dogs
20 Feb 2026A Northland farmer says more than 250 of his family's sheep have been killed by roaming dogs, and he's thinking of quitting sheep farming if the killing can't be stopped. Luka Forman reports. Audio
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Andrew arrest: Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams
20 Feb 2026Andrew Mountbatten Windsor remains in custody after being arrested by police on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Early business chat for 20 February 2026
20 Feb 2026An early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Wellington coast residents cleaning poo-filled spray off houses
20 Feb 2026Residents living on Wellington's coast fear a public health hazard is now coating their homes. Field Correspondent Charlotte Cook reports. Audio
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Chinese and Pacific visitors using new tourism pathway
20 Feb 2026Chinese and Pacific visitor numbers using a new tourism pathway have nearly tripled in the past two months, with the Government crediting new visa-free settings for travellers coming via Australia… Read more Audio
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Andrew arrest: Correspondent John Bevir reports from London
20 Feb 2026Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has been arrested over suspicion of misconduct in public office. Correspondent John Bevir spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Rural news update for 20 February 2026
20 Feb 2026The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. Audio
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Long-term neurologist shortage affecting patient care
20 Feb 2026Patients say they're waiting months to see neurologists - as research shows we're facing a long-term workforce shortage. Health correspondent Kate Green reports. Audio
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World news update for 20 February 2026
20 Feb 2026Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
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Fonterra Shareholders in for a windfall
20 Feb 2026Fonterra Shareholders are in for a windfall, after voting to receive a capital return of $3.2 billion dollars from the sale of the company's consumer brand business Mainland Group, to Lactalis. Ross… Read more Audio
Thursday, 19 February 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 19 February
A very happy Zoi Sadowski-Synnott joined us after becoming the most decorated Olympic snowboarder in the world; Corin Dann spoke with Reserve Bank governor Dr Anna Breman following her first official… 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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