Morning Report

The World Cup dream is over for the All Whites after a resounding 5-1 loss to Belgium ended their hopes of progressing to the next round. Football commentator and former Wellington Phoenix forward Paul Ifill spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Labour has started its countdown to the election, with its leader Chris Hipkins laying out the party's roadmap at the Labour Congress. He also laid the blame for rising unemployment, the high cost of living, and the cancellation of Fair Go at the feet of the current government. Labour's campaign manager Kieran McAnulty spoke to John Campbell.

England cricket captain Ben Stokes has one more day of international cricket and he's facing defeat.

Business News for 29 June 2026.

The ACT Party has begun its election campaign on the attack, hitting out at every political party in Parliament - including its own coalition partners. Political reporter Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira reports.

Ditching reliance on fossil fuels could save households as much as $3000 a year according to new research from advocacy group Rewiring Aotearoa. Rewiring Aotearoa CEO Mike Casey spoke to John Campbell.

The US and Iran have again traded strikes, accusing each other of violating the current ceasefire agreement. Washington correspondent Allister D'Souza spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

News from the rural farming sector.

An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.

The All Whites had big dreams, but were unable to deliver on their own goals at the Football World Cup. Heading into the expanded tournament in North America, the players were clear they wanted to create history by winning a game and ultimately getting to play knockout football. Instead they're heading home while some other small football nations have shocked the world. reports.

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

It's been a year since weight loss drug Wegovy was made available in New Zealand by prescription. The injectable treatment is available on prescription and costs between $450 to $630 a month. Dr Gerard McQuinlan, a GP who specialises in weight loss spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

A century from daryl Mitchell has set the Black Caps up for a good final day of the third Test against England at Trent Bridge.

Peters claims immigration changes discriminate against Indians; Younger bowel cancer patients face diagnosis delays; Tourism Minister discusses new industry strategy; Farah Hancock looks into the government conservation proposal; Beloved Auckland music venue rescued by supporters

We crossed the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Richard Willingham from ABC in Tasmania.

On the ninth floor of one of Wellington Hospital's older buildings, lifelike mannequins fill hospital beds and half an aircraft cabin sits in a dedicated training space. The simulation and skills centre gives healthcare staff hands-on experience in a wide range of scenarios, from operating theatres to emergency air transfers. Health correspondent Kate Green reports.

The Baileys Rescue Helicopter Sheepdog Trials have kicked off in Taupo. Event organiser Dave Schaw spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Market Update for 26 June 2026.

How does National's new solar policy compare to current funding options already on the market? Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to John Campbell.

1 News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and All Black and Manu Samoa player, Lima Sopoaga join Morning Report for this week's sports panel.

The Government's new Tourism Policy Statement aims to address current industry challenges through a long-term plan involving central government, local councils and the tourism industry. But while many welcome tourism growth, some leaders are concerned about the pressure it could place on smaller councils and their infrastructure. Tourism Minister Louise Upston spoke to John Campbell.

Aotearoa's music-lovers have taken less than a week to raise $150,000 dollars to save a beloved Auckland inner-city music venue. IMVA chair and co-owner of Whammy Bar in Auckland Lucy Macrae spoke to John Campbell about the saving of Karangahape Road's Neck of the Woods.

The family of a Cook Islands fisherman lost at sea for a week was knocked out of his dinghy twice during relentless storms and violent seas. Apiuta Apiuta's family in Mt Wellington spoke to Matthew Theunissen.

New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has accused the government of making covert changes to immigration settings to discriminate against Indian migrants. He made the claims during the first reading of the bill to ratify the India Free Trade agreement. Winston Peters spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Market Update for 26 June 2026.