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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, 26 February 2026
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Extra shot needed to keep hospitality sector brewing
7:41 am todayPeople will need to pay more for their coffees if they hope to keep their local spots alive. That's the message from the Managing Director of coffee roaster Flight Coffee, which operates Wellington… Read more Audio
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Sports Chat for 26 February 2026
7:34 am todayAn update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Market Update for 26 February 2025
7:32 am todayThe latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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New changes to road rules proposed
7:23 am todayKids up to the age of 12 will be allowed to ride their bikes on the footpath under proposed changes to road rules being floated by Transport Minister Chris Bishop. Bike Auckland co-chair Karen Hormann… Read more Audio
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Warnings of ‘spiralling’ health inflation
7:17 am todayThe former board chair of Health New Zealand is warning health inflation is spiralling and the government needs to pivot its thinking in response. Former board chair of Te Whatu Ora Health NZ Rob… Read more Audio
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Rescue volunteers not eligible for ACC mental health support
7:12 am todayLand Search and Rescue wants the government to reconsider ACC support for emergency volunteers, saying the Mt Maunganui landslide demonstrates the level of trauma they are repeatedly exposed to. RNZ… Read more Audio
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Expert says MediMap hack easy to prevent
7:07 am todayA cybersecurity expert says the hack of a widely used medication monitoring platform would have been easy to prevent. Abhinav Chopra spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Morning Business News for 26 February 2026
6:50 am todayAn early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Report calls for change to NZ dental care system
6:40 am todayA new report into dental care says New Zealand can learn from other countries with better results, many of which have publicly funded services. Report coordinator Kayli Taylor spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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New visa and passport regulations now in place in UK
6:36 am todayNew visa and passport regulations have officially come into effect in the UK. Almost all visitors will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation, or present proof of their British… Read more Audio
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Civil liberties groups raise alarm about data sharing with US
6:23 am todayCivil liberties groups are raising the alarm about a controversial data sharing arrangement with the United States. Critics say it could give the US government access to unprecedented personal and… 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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