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The latest 1News-Verian poll has shown a surge in support for National, sitting on 32 percent, up from 28 last week and five points clear of Labour. Political reporter Lillian Hanly summarised the latest leadership debate and RNZ's Political Editor Jo Moir spoke to John Campbell.

ACT says trades training should be put on equal footing with university, arguing schools have focused too heavily on getting students into degrees. Its new policy would expand access to vocational subjects and introduce an Industry Award for senior students who complete industry-led study. Palmerston North Boys' High School offers its students a pathway into the trades. Its Principal David Bovey s...

Poll after poll suggests the Opportunity Party will hold the balance of power after November 7th. The party is pitching itself as able to work with both the left and right blocs - and according to the polls neither would have the numbers to govern without them, although last night's 1News Varian was coming close. National Party leader, Christopher Luxon, repeatedly rules Opportunity out. Opportuni...

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The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific.

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

EV and sustainability advocates are challenging politicians to front up with election ideas to rapidly electrify the country's transport network. They say tackling the country's dependence on imported energy would make a huge difference to the cost of living, now and in the future. But they're perplexed by the lack of attention the issue's had on the campaign trail and want to know - where are the...

If you're often on social media, you've probably seen the deluge of low-quality, artificial intelligence generated material, clogging up your feed. Labelled as "AI slop", it's made its way into this year's election campaign, with different political parties, and even the electoral commission using the tool to create promotional material. But is the use of AI resonating with voters or falling flat?...

The family of the man accused of attacking Australian MP Helen Haines, say they were long-time friends of the politician. 43-year-old Brendan Nugent has been charged with intentionally causing serious injury, dangerous driving, and causing harm to a Commonwealth public official. He is due to appear in the Wangaratta Magistrates' Court today. BBC's Simon Atkinson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Wangar...

Agricultural intensification was a hot topic during a political debate on freshwater, meanwhile global dairy prices are on the up again as New Zealand milk production hits a new record. Rural News on Morning Report with Gianina Schwanecke.

An early morning sports news update.

The Drug Foundation is calling for changes to the way drug users are treated and supported, to reduce the number of fatal overdoses. Last year 169 people died from suspected drug overdoses, according to a new report from the Drug Foundation, which analysed coronial and Te Whatu Ora data. It puts the number at more than 1000 families grieving their loved ones over the past decade. Health correspond...

Catch up with the latest headlines from around the world with RNZ's Alice Wilkins.

The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network.

The Free Trade Agreement with India has come into effect. It will eliminate or reduce tariffs on 95 percent of exports, with wins for kiwifruit, apples, meat, wool, coal, forestry, and more. International Business Forum Executive Director, Felicity Roxburgh spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Fresh lawsuit challenges Trump's American Samoa mining plans. Cyclone Wati weakens but warnings remain in the Cooks. PNG Chiefs win opening legal battle with NZ Rugby.

The Trump administration has announced it's moving ahead with a deep sea mining auction off the coast of American Samoa in the Pacific.

Aitutaki is assessing the damage brought on by tropical cyclone Wati yesterday.

The PNG Chiefs have welcomed the New Zealand High Court decision to decline a bid for an interim injunction on their use of the Chiefs name by NZ Rugby.

The latest news and sport from RNZ Pacific.

Yesterday Albertans cast their vote in a referendum of seperating from Canada. The 'remain' side is projected to win. The CBC's Shannon Scott explains the results and what comes next for the movement.

Labour's Tangi Utikere explains the party's ambition to ease pressure on emergency departments and the health system.

Store manager Judith Harvey tells First Up about Habitat for Humanity and the store's various building supplies.

Europe correspondent Dr Anita Purcell-Sjölund updates us on the latest from the region.

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