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Morning Report

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New Zealand
Residential Property Values
Unemployment
Welfare System
America's Cup
Child Drowning
Auckland
Whakaari/white Island
Deerstalkers Association
World Long Drive Championship
Visa Fees
ACT Party
Retirement
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Conservation Authority
Golf
Jobseeker
Community Support
Tourism
Child Poverty

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.

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Latest Episodes

Disgusted, disappointed and furious - those are words of Simone Bennett reacting to the government's announcement that the long-awaited National Erebus Memorial will be built in Christchurch; Tourism operators are preparing for what they hope will be... more

We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh.

The government says it's making it easier for Kiwi exporters, by reducing trade barriers affecting $600 million worth of exports. Trade Minister Todd McClay spoke to Corin Dann.

Christchurch's Orana Wildlife Park is bringing in a top international zoo designer to help shape its long-term masterplan. They'll look at how to better use the park's space and improve animal habitats, as well as help visitors connect with wildlife ... more

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Simone Bennett
Family member of a victim of the Erebus disaster
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Friday 28 November 2025
Justine Haves
General Manager for Waste Solutions
Auckland Council
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Friday 28 November 2025
Unnamed passenger
Traveler discussing airfare experiences
Episode: How airfares are affecting tourism spend in regions
Josh Renall
Owner of the Goat Horn Café
Goat Horn Café
Episode: Waipukurau cash depot opens as part of Reserve Bank trial
Dr. Wazim Al-Zahir
CEO and founder of Cannabis Clinic
Cannabis Clinic
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 27 November 2025
Nick Sautner
CEO of Eden Park
Eden Park
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 27 November 2025
John Turner
Local community board member
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 27 November 2025
Louis Davis
New Zealand's TikTok creator of the year
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 27 November 2025
Dr. Tricia Dunleavy
Associate Professor of television studies at Victoria University
Victoria University
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Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • Good for information to but difficult to listen.

    Good for information and overall, however, from what I’ve listened to so far the male host tends to ask a question and then speak over the person’s answer. It’s very frustrating to try and hear a complete answer. I prefer to listen to the information available and make a on assessment from there.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Walto1987
    Australia2 years ago
  • Top stories

    Top stories are hidden in amongst all the other clips. It would be so great to separate the top stories into its own channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jubbazz88
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Why is “today” split into so many parts

    I love the segments and topics but it’s a little frustrating that it’s all split up rather than being in a single episode. Maybe I’m missing something.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jkristalie
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • Bring back daily summaries

    Please bring back 30 min daily summaries

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Alex W90
    United States5 years ago
  • The best journalism in NZ

    RNZ still remains the benchmark

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dcjmartin
    New Zealand5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Offers a great source of current events from New Zealand and beyond.
Generally seen as a reliable and timely news source for keeping up with local and international stories.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth coverage of political issues and sport commentary.
The format is sometimes criticized for being fragmented, with a request for longer episodes.
Episodes can be highly informative, though some prefer consolidated content for easier listening.

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Apple Podcasts
#133
New Zealand/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#41
New Zealand/News
Apple Podcasts
#120
Singapore/News
Apple Podcasts
#177
Hong Kong/News
Apple Podcasts
#242
Taiwan/News

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Property owners take council to court over flooding
Q: What happens when it rains?
Brendon described their anxiety during storms and the precautions they take to ensure their children's safety during flooding events.
Property owners take council to court over flooding
Q: What has the council said?
The council believes the house is safe to live in, despite the couple and experts stating otherwise.
Property owners take council to court over flooding
Q: What is the, what have your experiences been of flooding at your place?
Brendon shared about multiple significant floods since 2021, highlighting the first incident where floodwaters rose to chest height, necessitating a kayak rescue for his family.
Maths education expert questions education ministry decision
Q: But they have to test against something, don't they? Or do you think the testing itself is the problem?
The problem lies in using outdated testing methods that do not align with the current curriculum, which raises questions about the validity of the results.
Maths education expert questions education ministry decision
Q: Does how they've measured that matter? What is the problem here?
While it's important to assess student progress, the data released suggests the assessment only covers a small area of mathematics, making claims of significant progress questionable.

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Listeners are treated to a comprehensive overview of current events, featuring incisive interviews with politicians, commentators, and newsmakers both domestically and internationally. Central themes often revolve around Aotearoa's political landscape, highlighting pressing local news, economic trends, and notable achievements in sports. A unique aspect is the blend of in-depth discussions on current affairs alongside lighter pieces that capture community spirit, traditions, and perspectives from various regions within New Zealand. This diverse content mix is likely to resonate with audiences eager to stay informed on critical issues while also enjoying narratives that reflect New Zealand's culture and environment.

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Morning Report launched 19 years ago and published 2434 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Morning Report include:

1. Simone Bennett
2. Justine Haves
3. Unnamed passenger
4. Josh Renall
5. Dr. Wazim Al-Zahir
6. Nick Sautner
7. John Turner
8. Louis Davis

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