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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, 16 January 2026
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Market Update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Warnings over car heat not getting through to dog owners
16 Jan 2026SPCA inspectors in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato have been getting up to 4 calls a day for dogs left in hot cars this summer. Jason Blair leads the team and spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
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Internet blackout in place as Starlink deployed to Iran
16 Jan 2026With an internet blackout in place in Iran, only scant details about what is happening on the ground are emerging via the Elon Musk-owned internet satellite Starlink. Geopolitical analyst Dr Geoffrey… Read more Audio
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Locals say beachcombing putting marine eco-system at risk
16 Jan 2026Locals in northern Auckland say busloads of people are turning up to beaches and taking everything from sea cucumbers to starfish out of rockpools. Jessica Hopkins reports. Audio
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Sacking Robertson was unavoidable, says former AB captain
16 Jan 2026A former All Blacks captain says New Zealand Rugby was left with no option but to sack Scott Robertson. Taine Randell spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Thursday, 15 January 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 15 January
A 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
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Floorball tournament kicks off in Wellington
15 Jan 2026This week Wellington is hosting an international tournament for a sport you've probably never heard of. Floorball is particularly popular in Scandanavian countries, but it's beginning to pick up in… Read more Audio
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10-year-old celebrates NCEA and Cambridge success
15 Jan 2026While teenagers up and down the motu are opening their NCEA results, they're joined by 10-year old Raymond Hsu. In 2025, Raymond was one of the few, and definitely one of the youngest students to sit… Read more Audio
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Wellington City Mission cafe marks one year of 24-hour support
15 Jan 2026It's been a year since the Wellington City Mission opened its crisis recovery cafe, providing round the clock support for anyone experiencing emotional distress. Wellington City Missioner Murray… Read more Audio
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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.
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 First Up from 5-6am weekdays).
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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