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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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Thursday, 15 January 2026
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Labour may introduce streaming levy to fund local productions
15 Jan 2026Streaming services could be forking over cash to support local productions should Labour get into government. Irene Gardiner, president of the Screen Production and Development Association and RNZ… Read more Audio
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Zealandia hits record temperatures as climate warms
15 Jan 2026New research shows rising land and ocean temperatures across Zealandia, with 2025 the hottest year on record. The five warmest years have all occurred since 2018, highlighting ongoing climate change… Read more Audio
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SH3 closure forces lengthy detours in and out of Taranaki
15 Jan 2026The closure of State Highway 3 north of Mt Messenger for five days is forcing motorists to take lengthy detours in and out of Taranaki. From Friday, travellers will need to head south via Whanganui on… Read more Audio
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London OE dream dims as Kiwis struggle to find work
15 Jan 2026An OE in London is often viewed as a rite of passage for travel-hungry New Zealanders and Australians. But even experienced expats are finding it difficult to secure work. Alice Wilkins reports from… Read more Audio
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Summer break reignites concerns over literacy ‘summer slide’
15 Jan 2026While much focus was put on literacy achievement in schools in 2025, the break over summer raises the issue of a 'summer slide', a phenomenon studied around the world that has shown a loss of reading… Read more Audio
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Market Update for 15 January 2026
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Concerns over touchscreens prompt ANCAP push for buttons
15 Jan 2026As vehicle dashboards rely more heavily on touchscreens, concerns are growing about driver distraction. ANCAP says it will reward higher safety ratings to cars that reintroduce physical buttons for… Read more Audio
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How business confidence could affect mortgage rates and lending
15 Jan 2026Signs of rising confidence and a possible peak in unemployment may influence the Reserve Bank's February decision, with potential implications for mortgage rates and borrowers. Mortgage advisor Nick… Read more Audio
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Dual UK–NZ citizens angry over new passport rule
15 Jan 2026Dual UK New Zealand citizens are up in arms over a change that forces them to get UK passports or specific documents to return to Britain. Gill Bonnett reports. Audio
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Councillor seeks tourist levy funds to protect Blue Spring site
15 Jan 2026A Waikato regional councillor says rising visitor numbers are damaging the Blue Spring near Putaruru, with rubbish clogging toilets, coins thrown into the water and unsafe parking. He wants an access… Read more Audio
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 14 January
The Government hopes a law change will give the electricity authority more teeth to maintain a fair and competitive market; Business confidence has risen to its highest level since March 2014… 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 RNZ's First Up).
Edited by Martin Gibson
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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