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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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Friday, 31 October 2025
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Morning Report Essentials for Friday 31 October 2025
31 Oct 2025On today's episode, Oyster farmers are outraged after what is believed to be the biggest Wastewater spill into the Mahurangi River, this year; Fonterra shareholders have voted in support of the sale… Read more Audio
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News from Australia with Kerry-Anne Walsh
31 Oct 2025It's Friday, so we cross to Australia for our weekly chat with Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
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Treasure trove of movie history goes under the hammer
31 Oct 2025A treasure trove of movie history has gone under the hammer in Lower Hutt, with items from a private Wellington cinema being sold off. Time Cinema was owned by John Bell who died earlier this year and… Read more Audio
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Prince Andrew stripped of titles over ties with Jeffrey Epstein
31 Oct 2025Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles, over his ties with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Buckingham Palace has released a statement saying King Charles has initiated a formal process… Read more Audio
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Govt announces new charter school for students with Autism
31 Oct 2025Another charter school has been announced by the Government, this time specially catered to students with Autism. The Autism NZ Education Hub will open in Term 3 next year, and hopes to engage… Read more Audio
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Why are parents assessed as individuals for their taxes?
31 Oct 2025When you apply for a benefit, it's your household income that's assessed. It's the same when you want Working for Families credits. So one parental leave expert is asking - is it fair that parents are… Read more Audio
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Sports Panel for October 31 2025
31 Oct 2025The grudge match re-match is on for the All Blacks and Ireland as they prepare to face off in Chicago on Sunday morning New Zealand time. It's the same place Ireland secured its famous first win over… Read more Audio
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Ministry of Health fronts on ineffective oestrogen patches
31 Oct 2025The manufacturer of Estradot patches says its actively investigating reports that some of the patches are faulty - but so far testing hasn't found any defects. Women have been having problems with the… Read more Audio
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Health officials urge vaccination as 13 measles cases confirmed
31 Oct 202513 measles cases have now been confirmed, health officials are urging the public to get vaccinated. About 80 percent of New Zealanders are immunised but 95% coverage is needed for herd immunity… Read more Audio
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Auckland Grammar affected by latest measles outbreak
31 Oct 2025One of the country's largest schools has been hit by the latest measles outbreak. The current number of confirmed cases is now sitting at 13 nationwide. Auckland Grammar is closed for years 9 and 10… Read more Audio
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All Blacks kick off Northern tour against Ireland in Chicago
31 Oct 2025The All Blacks Northern tour kicks off tomorrow, when they face Ireland in Chicago. It's the same place the Irish secured their first ever win over the All Blacks. RNZ sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke… 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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