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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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Wednesday, 26 November 2025
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Property owners take council to court over flooding
The owners of a property prone to severe flash flooding are taking Auckland Council to court for designating their house safe to live in. Brendon Deacon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Principals say they are at an impasse over school reforms
26 Nov 2025Regional associations representing hundreds of principals have penned open letters to Education Minister Erica Stanford urging her to slow down curriculum changes, reinstate school boards' obligations… Read more Audio
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Shane Jones responds to regional council announcement
26 Nov 2025Regional Development Minister and NZ First Deputy Leader Shane Jones has been one of the strongest critics of regional government, previously saying there is "less and less of a justifiable purpose"… Read more Audio
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Business News for 26 November 2025
26 Nov 2025An early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Government plans to scrap regional councils
26 Nov 2025The Government's plan to scrap regional councils and hand responsibilities over to mayor-led combined territories boards marks the biggest structural shift in local government in decades. Doug Leeder… Read more Audio
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UK budget to expand sugar tax to milkshakes and coffees
As the UK Chancellor puts the finishing touches on her budget ahead of tomorrow's announcement - more details are emerging about what will be in it. London correspondent Stuart Smith spoke to Corin… Read more Audio
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Morning Rural News for 26 November 2025
26 Nov 2025The latest rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. Audio
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Early Sports Chat for 26 November 2025
26 Nov 2025An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Report says WCC could save millions as job cuts questioned
26 Nov 2025A report suggests Wellington City Council could save tens of millions of dollars through drastic job cuts, but councillors won't be drawn on whether hundreds of staff are facing layoffs. Mary Argue… Read more Audio
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World News Wrap for 26 November 2025
26 Nov 2025Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
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Cameron Bagrie previews official cash rate announcement
26 Nov 2025As we wait for today's official cash rate announcement, one economist says we've turned a corner and things are feeling, overall, a lot more positive. Cameron Bagrie spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Tuesday, 25 November 2025
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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 25 November 2025
Opposition leader, Chris Hipkins spoke to Morning Report; An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand staff going on strike could have a severe impact throughout Oceania; About 70% of the 50,000 plus… 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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