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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.

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Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 11 December 2025

December 10, 2025 • 31 mins
The Taxpayers Union is taking aim at government spending with a campaign that has finance minister Nicola Willis at its centre; The latest State of Cancer report says treatments are better and death rates are falling - but we're crawling while other countries sprint; The Government has released a new app it says will make it easier and safer for people to access government services; The United States could soon ask travellers ...
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Kiwi reclaims kitesurfing jump world record

December 10, 2025 • 6 mins
An Auckland teen has blasted back into the record books - reclaiming the world's highest kitesurfing jump. Hugo Wigglesworth spoke to Corin Dann from South Africa.
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Wellington's Erskine Chapel may have new owners

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
Wellington's Erskine Chapel, which is part of the former Erskine College, is being sold by developers the Wellington Company and may have a new owner as soon as today. Krystal Gibbens reports.
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Christchurch's new sports centre is being put to the test

December 10, 2025 • 5 mins
Christchurch's new sports centre is being put to the test - hosting its first event before it opens to the public next week. Lead architect Daryl Maguire from Warren and Mahoney spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Sports Chat

December 10, 2025 • 3 mins
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Market Update

December 10, 2025 • 2 mins
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
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Market Update

December 10, 2025 • 2 mins
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
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Another IRD error raises concerns over trust

December 10, 2025 • 2 mins
Another IRD error has some people asking how much it's possible to trust the department's automated systems. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann.
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Concerns over lack of screening during custody disputes

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
A family violence specialist says she is regularly contacted by women who say their abusive partner has shared custody of their kids, and they wish they never left. Amy Williams reports.
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New app for government services released

December 10, 2025 • 5 mins
The Government has released a new app it says will make it easier and safer for people to access government services. Digitising Government and Public Service Minister Judith Collins spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Rhythm and Vines co-founder Hamish Pinkham speaks to Corin Dann

December 10, 2025 • 7 mins
As people tighten their spending in tough economic times, it seems live music is still something people will shell out for. Rhythm and Vines co-founder and director Hamish Pinkham spoke to Corin Dann.
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$165 million worth of Air NZ COVID credits set to expire

December 10, 2025 • 3 mins
$165 million of Air New Zealand COVID credits are set to expire in just a few weeks. Travel Agents' Association of New Zealand chief executive Julie White spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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NZ lagging behind according to latest State of Cancer report

December 10, 2025 • 6 mins
The latest State of Cancer report says treatments are better and death rates are falling - but we're crawling while other countries sprint. Te Aho o Te Kahu's Cancer Control Agency chief executive, Rami Rahal spoke to Corin Dann.
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Sports Chat

December 10, 2025 • 2 mins
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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Market Update

December 10, 2025 • 1 min
The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
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Aussie premier behind social media ban on why its needed

December 10, 2025 • 5 mins
South Australia's premier says young people will get around the social media ban, but overall it's a good policy to protect them. Premier Peter Malinauska spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Taxpayers Union taking aim at government spending

December 10, 2025 • 6 mins
The Taxpayers Union is taking aim at government spending with a campaign that has finance minister Nicola Willis at its centre. Taxpayers' Union chair and former finance minister Ruth Richardson spoke to Corin Dann.
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Businesses say they are struggling due to energy crisis

December 10, 2025 • 4 mins
Behind the nation's energy crisis are businesses quietly fighting to survive - from glasshouse growers to food processors and exporters. Kirsty Johnston reports.
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Calls for monitoring of children exposed to contaminated sand

December 10, 2025 • 5 mins
Toxicology and legal experts are calling for regular medical monitoring of children exposed to play sand containing asbestos. University of Canterbury toxicologist Professor Ian Shaw spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
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Business News for 11 December 2025

December 10, 2025 • 6 mins
An early morning update from RNZ's business team.
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