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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, 13 February 2026
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Latest news from the United States
13 Feb 2026Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Washington DC. Audio
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Morning rural news
13 Feb 2026Wet weather could impact this year's potato crop though mixing solar farming with growing crops is proving a winner. The morning's rural news with Gianina Schwanecke. Audio
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Crown to make case against Christchurch mosque killer appeal
13 Feb 2026Australian white supremacist Brenton Tarrant wants the Court of Appeal to overturn his convictions and sentence for the shootings at Al Noor Mosque and Linwood Islamic Centre. Timothy Brown was in… Read more Audio
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Latest world news
13 Feb 2026Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins. Audio
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Are businesses benefiting from its investment boost policy?
13 Feb 2026The government says businesses are benefiting from its Investment Boost policy - introduced in last year's Budget, and is calling on Labour to retain it. Chief Executive of United Machinists, Sarah… Read more Audio
Thursday, 12 February 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 12th February
12 Feb 2026This morning, we heard from the mother of a toddler who died after getting caught in a window blind cord - she wants to see a change to safety regulations; Plus, Westpac NZ's Chief Economist joined us… Read more Audio
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New business aims to reconnect missing dogs with owners
A business has been launched, helping connect missing dogs with their owners in seconds - and for councils there are big savings to be had. Doggone founder Tracey Austin spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Reputation a big asset for UK-based Kiwi-owned businesses
12 Feb 2026In the UK, New Zealanders are proving their businesses can thrive - and they say Kiwi support, and the Kiwi reputation, is a big part of their success. Alice Wilkins reports from London. Audio
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Weekend weather outlook
12 Feb 2026A low pressure system is lining up a soggy weekend, bringing warm, humid air and the risk of heavy rain, especially for parts of the North Island still recovering after January's floods. MetService… Read more Audio
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Morning sports chat
12 Feb 2026An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Morning market update
12 Feb 2026The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. 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 First Up from 5-6am weekdays).
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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