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Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 20 January 2026
8:59 AM.Christopher Luxon gave his annual scene setting speech in Auckland on Monday to a crowd of 700 people hosted by the Auckland Business Chamber; New research shows many New Zealanders aren't paying… Read more Audio
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New asteroid named after Kiwi photographer
8:55 AM.An award-winning New Zealand photographer who's had an asteroid named after him for his work in space sustainability says it's a "tremendous thrill." Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin reports. Audio
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Skipper lucky to be alive after six hours clinging to debris
8:49 AM.More than six hours. That's how long Nick Destounis was in the water, clinging to floating petrol containers with his two crew after his boat suddenly tipped over. A week on from his ordeal in Tolaga… Read more Audio
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New hate crime and gun control bills introduced in Australia
8:43 AM.Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government is expected to introduce bills in parliament today on hate crimes and gun control. Australia Correspondent Katie Silver spoke to Melissa… Read more Audio
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Sports news for 20 January 2026
8:36 AM.Speculation season around who will be the new All Blacks coach. Audio
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Business news for 20 January 2026
8:32 AM.For the latest from the business world, we have business reporter Jeffrey Halley. Audio
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Is owning a home no longer the strong investment it once was?
8:26 AM.New data shows the old adage that house prices double every ten years hasn't been true in the past decade - and some commentators are saying it might not be in the next one, either. Money… Read more Audio
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Thousands of 'ghost houses' remain empty in Queenstown
8:23 AM.As Queenstown's population booms, and its house prices soar, experts say a largely invisible force is having a major effect on the housing market. Katie Todd reports. Audio
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Sociologist discusses how Minneapolis is responding to ICE
8:15 AM.A US Defence official has said 1500 soldiers are on standby as an option to deploy to Minneapolis as protests continue. Minneapolis Sociologist Nicola Bedera spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
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Concerns over possible new rough sleeper rules
8:10 AM.Community housing advocates are worried the police will soon be given powers to move rough sleepers on from public spaces. Community Housing Aotearoa's Paul Gilberd spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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PM speaks to Morning Report ahead of National Party retreat
7:50 AM.Christopher Luxon spoke to Melissa Chan-Green following Monday's State of the Nation speech. Audio
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Trump doubles down on Greenland threats
7:40 AM.Washington correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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Sports Chat for 20 January 2026
7:36 AM.An update on what's happening in the sports world. Audio
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Market Update for 20 January 2026
7:31 AM.The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Research reveals Kiwis not protecting themselves from sunburn
7:23 AM.New research shows many New Zealanders aren't paying enough attention when it comes to skin cancer prevention. Report co-author Dr Bronwen McNoe spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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Residents describe Northland flooding as worst in living memory
7:16 AM.Longtime residents of flood-damaged Oakura in Northland describe the weekend's rain as the worst in living memory. Glenn Ferguson, who runs the community hall spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
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Former mayor pushes back on claims by Tim Shadbolt’s wife
7:14 AM.Former Invercargill mayor Nobby Clark disputes claims made at Sir Tim Shadbolt's funeral that his colleagues have blood on their hands. Otago/Southland reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
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Christopher Luxon delivers State of the Nation speech
7:10 AM.Christopher Luxon gave his annual scene setting speech in Auckland on Monday to a crowd of 700 people hosted by the Auckland Business Chamber. Political reporter Lillian Hanly was there and spoke to… Read more Audio
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 19 January
10:00 AM.The government is working on stopping busloads of people stripping rockpools of sea life in north Auckland; Pharmac is seeking clinical advice on whether the weight loss medication Wegovy should… Read more Audio
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Australian Open underway in Melbourne
8:53 AM.The first Grand Slam tournament of the year is already upon us, with the Australian Open kicking off in Melbourne. Tennis commentator Dave Worsley spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
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Latest news from Europe with correspondent Lucy Thomson
8:40 AM.The latest from Europe Correspondent Lucy Thomson in London. Audio
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Market Update
8:32 AM.The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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How spending habits have changed over the decades
8:27 AM.If you think about what you - or your parents - were spending your money on 30 years ago, it might be quite different to how you spend it now. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking at how… Read more Audio
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Low rate of prosecution following inquiry into abuse in care
8:23 AM.Police have prosecuted fewer than one in ten of the cases referred from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care. Timothy Brown reports. Audio