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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, 23 January 2025
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Nicola Willis pushes for more tourists to boost economy
The Government wants to boost tourism and immigration numbers in a bid to revive a flagging economy. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
Wednesday, 22 January 2025
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Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 22 January 2025
On today's episode, inflation heading into more manageable territory is good news for the government, in one of his first acts as the 47th President, Donald Trump signed an executive order that he… Read more Audio
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Scientists study NZ native solitary bee
22 Jan 2025Despite being important pollinators in the ecosystem, not much is known about New Zealand's native solitary bee population. Lead author of the study Zhuali Lim spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
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Lower Hutt letterboxes filled with erotic fiction
22 Jan 2025Mystery and intrigue is rippling through a Lower Hutt community where, over the past week, random letterboxes have been stuffed with literature - much of it, 80s erotic fiction. Lauren Crimp has been… Read more Audio
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Nottingham Forest fans embrace kiwi striker Chris Wood
Kiwi footballer Chris Wood has been making a splash in the English Premier League, with 14 goals this season helping his Nottingham Forest side to third in the standings. Forest Focus podcast host… Read more Audio
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Hump Ridge Track in Fiordland gains international acclaim
22 Jan 2025The country's newest Great Walk has achieved international status, with locals saying it's already a boon to sleepy towns. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
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Djokovic beats Alcaraz, NZ pair through to doubles semi
Novak Djokovic battled injury to beat Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarter finals last night, keeping alive his bid to reach a record 25 grand slam titles. Tennis correspondent Dave Worsley… Read more Audio
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Sports Chat for 22 January 2025
22 Jan 2025An update on what's happening in the sports world with Ben Strang. Audio
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Prince Harry's damages battle delayed as two sides in talk
The opening day of Prince Harry's damages battle against the owners of The Sun newspaper has been delayed as the two sides discuss a possible settlement. UK correspondent Olly Barratt spoke to Alexa… Read more Audio
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Nelson mayor on Trump's claims America split the atom
Nelson's mayor Nick Smith in extending an invitation to the incoming US ambassador to visit Nelson and learn who really first split the atom. Smith spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
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Retail spending continues to decline year on year
Retailers are hoping the new Economic Growth portfolio and its Minister, Nicola Willis - who we heard from earlier in the programme - will mean good news for the struggling sector. Reporter Lucy Xia… Read more Audio
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National Party caucus retreat begins in Hamilton
The National Party caucus retreat kicks off on Wednesday, fresh off the heels of the Prime Minister's cabinet reshuffle on Sunday. RNZ Political Editor Jo Moir spoke to Alexa Cook. 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 RNZ's First Up).
Edited by Martin Gibson
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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