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Morning Report

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United States
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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RNZ National’s flagship news programme, known for breaking news stories and incisive interviews with politicians, newsmakers and commentators from Aotearoa and around the world. Hosted by Ingrid Hipkiss and John Campbell.

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Lima Sopoaga
Former All Black and Manu Samoa player
Former professional player
Episode: Weekly Sports Panel: Abby Wilson and Lima Sopoaga
Nathan Rarere
Radio New Zealand broadcaster
RNZ
Episode: Sports update
Giles Bedford
A commentator and expert on critical minerals and resources
Episode: Market update
Miracle Whailangi
Captain, Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika
Episode: Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday May 27
Chris Van Der Geer
Musician and advocate campaigning for copyright extension
Recorded Music NZ
Episode: The campaign to keep NZ music protected
Alex Lelong
Runs a centre for Rangatahi in Portiki
Te Ariroa Evolution Centre
Episode: Soaring youth unemployment hits rural communities hard
Tyler Dinsdale
BMX rider
New Zealand BMX team
Episode: Three family members to compete in BMX World Champs
Erin Johnson
Reporter
RNZ
Episode: Auckland councillor agree to 7.9% rate rise
Miracle Fai'ilagi
Captain of Moana Pasifika
Moana Pasifika
Episode: John Campell joins Moana Pasifika's training

Hosts

John Campbell
Host of Morning Report / RNZ Morning Report, longstanding presenter with emphasis on political and public policy interview insight
Ingrid Hipkiss
Co-host / Host of RNZ Morning Report, known for presenting and guiding policy-focused conversations

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 215 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.

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    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 Zealand4 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 Zealand5 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

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Some feedback notes pacing and segment length; shorter clips are liked for quick consumption.
Audiences value human-interest elements that accompany policy discussions.
Listeners appreciate timely, policy-focused conversations with expert guests.

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#150
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Apple Podcasts
#121
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Apple Podcasts
#21
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#50
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#198
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$1m in political donations linked to fast track applications
Q: Are the projects that have been fully approved the ones with donations tied to them?
Seven of the fully approved projects have donations associated with them, suggesting a potential link between donations and approvals, though the reporter notes that not all links are clear-cut and some donors did not respond to questions.
$1m in political donations linked to fast track applications
Q: Who got what in donations since 2022?
The bulk of donations went to National and NZ First, with National receiving roughly $700,000, NZ First about $330,000, ACT around $150,000, Labour $13,000, and the Greens about $5,000, illustrating a significant skew toward the major parties.
Raglan farewells NZ leg of World Surf League
Q: Will the tour be back, do you think?
The return depends on negotiations between the WSL and government, with current discussions suggesting potential funding transitions that could enable a longer-term future for the NZ leg.
Raglan farewells NZ leg of World Surf League
Q: Logistically, how did you cope?
The organizers coordinated transportation, hospitality, and crowd management effectively, enabling a smooth operation that allowed the event to run at or near capacity with positive feedback from retailers and locals.
What do dozens of Air New Zealand flight cuts mean for Dunedin?
Q: What impact do you see on fares and how should travelers respond?
Fares have escalated due to fuel costs and reduced seat availability; the best strategy is to book early, lock in capacity, and be flexible with travel dates to mitigate price spikes, especially around graduation periods and when flights are limited.

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What is Morning Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A brisk, current-affairs focused interview show that blends breaking news with in-depth conversations with politicians, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders from New Zealand and beyond. Recurring discussion topics include government reform, public service efficiency, AI and technology adoption in the public sector, housing and regional economics, and sector-specific issues like tourism, education, health, and charitable relief. The format often pairs sharp political or policy analysis with human stories from frontline professionals, giving listeners practical insights into how policy and events play out in real life. A standout aspect is the balance between hard-edged policy scrutiny and accessible, human-centered storytelling, w... more

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4. Miracle Whailangi
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7. Tyler Dinsdale
8. Erin Johnson

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