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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, 13 March 2025
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Principal on issues with School Lunch Programme
A principal at a school where free lunches contained melted plastic says staff try to encourage children to eat the food, but many just don't like it. Murchison Area School principal Andy Ashworth… Read more Audio
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Muslim community still fearful six years after Mosque attacks
Would the Christchurch terrorist today be foiled before carrying out his deadly plans? It's a question that haunts some within the Muslim community, six years on from the murder of 51 worshippers at… Read more Audio
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Online casinos now able to advertise
For the first time, online casino operators will be able to advertise as part of a new market being opened by the government, sparking fears about a rise in problem gambling. Guyon Espiner has more. Audio
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Nicola Willis on scrapping Living Wage requirement
13 Mar 2025The economic growth minister plans to scrap the Living Wage requirement for contractors providing cleaning, security, and catering services to government agencies. Nicola Willis spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Liam Lawson prepares for first Melbourne Grand Prix
13 Mar 2025Liam Lawson has made his first appearance in Melbourne ahead of the Grand Prix this weekend. Morning Report's Ben Strang spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Govt's Global Investment Summit set to begin
The government's much vaunted investment summit is finally set to get underway in Auckland on Thursday. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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LGNZ calls for ballot boxes for local elections
13 Mar 2025A report from Local Government New Zealand says that replacing postal voting with voting booths is vital for the future of local body elections. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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NZ steel exports to the US hit with tariffs
New Zealand's exports of steel and iron to the United States were valued at $65.5 million last year. Sense Partners economist John Ballingall spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Matamata-Piako community in shock after student hit by train
13 Mar 2025The Matamata-Piako community is in shock after a college student was hit by a freight train and killed just after 3pm on Wednesday. Mayor Adrienne Wilcock spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Convicted double murderer Scott Watson applies for parole
13 Mar 2025Four psychologists have told a parole board that convicted double murderer Scott Watson is at risk of re-offending if he is let out of prison, with one saying he is still high risk. Nelson Marlborough… Read more Audio
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Business News for 13 March 2025
13 Mar 2025News from the business sector, including a market report. Audio
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Number of properties listed on Trademe hits 10-year high
13 Mar 2025The number of properties listed on Trademe has surged - hitting a 10-year high. Trade Me Property customer director Gavin Lloyd 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 RNZ's First Up).
Edited by Martin Gibson
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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