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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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Black Foils back on the water ahead of Auckland SailGP
13 Feb 2026The Black Foils have managed to put themselves back together for this weekend's Sail GP in Auckland after a crash ended their first regatta of the season. The team's skipper Blair Tuke spoke to Corin… Read more Audio
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Morning market update
13 Feb 2026The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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People being caught out by car insurance valuations
13 Feb 2026In recent weeks, a number of car owners have been caught out by surprising changes to what their insurers think their cars are worth - particularly AA Insurance. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds… Read more Audio
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Government increases number of space launches to 1000 per year
The government is increasing the number of space launches allowed from 100 to 1000. Space Operations New Zealand CEO and Aerospace New Zealand committee member Robin McNeill spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Super Rugby kicks off tonight
13 Feb 2026Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight and the Crusaders are once again defending champions after winning a record extending 13th title in 2025. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more. Audio
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Locals call for more reliable route out of Gisborne
13 Feb 2026Tai Rawhiti locals isolated again by January's slips on the Waioeka Gorge and East Coast highway want the government to find a more reliable route out of Gisborne. Mary Argue reports. Audio
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New air connection between Christchurch and Nelson
13 Feb 2026Origin Air's new eighteen-seat flights between Christchurch and Nelson begin today. Origin Air chief executive Robert Inglis spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
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Morning sports chat
13 Feb 2026An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Morning markets update
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Research reveals vaping stores using loopholes to operate
13 Feb 2026New research out today found an alarming number of vaping stores are using loopholes to operate. Study author and public health researcher, Robin van der Sanden spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Questions over appointment of Judith Collins to Law Commission
13 Feb 2026Judith Collins' appointment as President of the Law Commission was waved through by Cabinet - with no recruitment process, no selection panel and no rival candidates. Acting political editor Craig… 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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