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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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Monday, 23 February 2026
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Morning Report Essentials for Monday 23 February
23 Feb 2026This morning we spoke to the Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; We spoke to Auckland Council, they're asking for the government to do more about dog control laws; There's pushback from homeless… Read more Audio
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Latest news from Australia
23 Feb 2026Time to cross the Tasman now and speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper. Audio
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Gore's iconic trout finally gets a name
23 Feb 2026Gore's iconic statue is no longer with-trout a name.The brown trout statue has been proudly leaping in the Southland town since 1989 after being locally designed, built and fundraised. Tess Brunton… Read more Audio
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New Zealanders are having a successful night at the BAFTAs
23 Feb 2026Wellington visual effects artist Joe Letteri joins us now live from the outside the Baftas! Audio
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Weather anxiety increases following recent storms
Nine local states of emergency have been declared so far in 2026, that's already more than were declared in all of 2025 and 2024. Repeated weather events and wider concerns about climate change can… Read more Audio
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Morning market update
23 Feb 2026The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Morning sports chat
23 Feb 2026An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Is it harder being a student in 2026?
23 Feb 2026Do modern students have it tougher? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Mounjaro approved by Medsafe
23 Feb 2026Medsafe has quietly approved another weight loss drug, Mounjaro, which is now available by prescription in some New Zealand pharmacies. Obesity doctor, Dr Chaey Leem spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Store owners hope new move on powers will bring customers back
23 Feb 2026A business owner in central Auckland is hopeful giving the police powers to move anti-social people will bring more customers to the city centre. Nick Bennett from the store Applewood spoke to Corin… Read more Audio
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Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon
23 Feb 2026Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report. Audio
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Warnings of potential job losses in construction sector
There may be more job losses and liquidations to come, warns the head of the country's largest commercial construction firm, as the sector tries to regain its footing after a tough few years. Naylor… 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 First Up from 5-6am weekdays).
Monday to Friday, 6am - 9am
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