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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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Wednesday, 28 January 2026
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Poll provides little clarity for Hipkins on coalition options
28 Jan 2026Labour leader Chris Hipkins is getting little clarity from voters on which governing partners he should shut out, with a new poll showing the electorate divided on his post-election options. Acting… Read more Audio
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What options are available to lower power bills?
28 Jan 2026How do you get the best deal to keep your power bill down. Consumer NZ's Powerswitch manager Paul Fuge spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Morning sports chat for 28 January 2026
28 Jan 2026An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere. Audio
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Latest business news for 28 January 2026
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Elderly residents hardest hit by NZ Post closures
28 Jan 2026NZ Post is removing 142 partner stores nationwide, including the only post shop in Te Kauwhata, which will close by the end of the year. The loss will hit the small Waikato town hard, particularly… Read more Audio
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Third of Auckland's recycling ending up in landfill
28 Jan 2026Almost a third of Auckland's recycling now ends up in landfill - with the council bringing in AI to help sort through bins. Auckland Council Waste Solutions General Manager, Justine Haves poke to… Read more Audio
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Hutt Valley bars step up security following armed robberies
28 Jan 2026Bar managers say they're stepping up security after a series of armed robberies in the Hutt Valley. Krystal Gibbens reports. Audio
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Marae to be reimbursed for help provided during weather event
28 Jan 2026The government has announced a financial support package for regions hard hit by last week's weather event.Otetao Reti Marae's Civil Defence lead Paora Glassie spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
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Early business chat for 28 January 2026
An early morning update from RNZ's business team. Audio
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Doomsday clock lurches closer to midnight
28 Jan 2026The panel of scientists behind the Doomsday Clock has announced it has ticked one-second closer to the destruction of humanity. Dr Steve Fetter is a professor of public policy at the University of… Read more Audio
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Latest news from the United States with Simon Marks
28 Jan 2026Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Corin Dann from Washington. 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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