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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.
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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Thursday, 5 March 2026
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Demand for high-end homes may outstrip supply
Demand may outstrip housing supply when it comes to the wealthy foreign investors keen to come to New Zealand under the so-called golden visa. Sarah Wood, chief executive of realestate.co.nz spoke to… Read more Audio
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Iran war: Latest from Dubai
Israel's military has continued to strike Iran and Lebanon, as the war spills into a fifth day. Thomas Helm is the Jerusalem correspondent for The National, a Dubai-based English language news… Read more Audio
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Stats show 10% of Youthline calls come from children under 12
5 Mar 2026According to recent stats from Youthline, 10% of their calls come from children under 12. Health correspondent Kate Green reports. Audio
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World news wrap
5 Mar 2026The developments from overnight with our correspondent Alice Wilkins. Audio
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US betting markets under scrutiny following Iran attack bets
Prediction markets are under scrutiny in the US, following suspicion of insider knowledge of classified events. Betting platform Polymarket showed six new accounts placed bets the day before the… Read more Audio
Wednesday, 4 March 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 4 March 2026
Winston Peters responds to the latest actions in the Middle East; Weekly Political Panel with Nicola Willis and Barbara Edmonds; Housing minister, Chris Bishop; A tourism boom in the Mackenzie… Read more Audio
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Kiwi comedian’s new Saturday Night Live writing gig
Kiwi comedian Joseph Moore has scored his dream job as one of the first writers hired for the new UK version of Saturday Night Live. Audio
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New shower and laundry facilities for homeless in Bay of Plenty
4 Mar 2026People experiencing homelessness in the Western Bay of Plenty now have access to a mobile unit offering free shower and laundry facilities. Renee Hanna, from charity Good Neighbours spoke to Corin… 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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Investors concerned over Iran conflict’s effects on KiwiSaver
4 Mar 2026Many investors are keeping a watchful eye on their KiwiSaver balance as conflict in the Middle East continues. Money Correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. 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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