Morning Report

Weekly interview with Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon; Reaction to Air New Zealand's annual loss; GP group calls for more support for in-person visits; Health NZ scheme to get graduates into areas with high need; NZ peanut butter company on the shelf at US retail giant

We crossed the tasman to speak to our Australia correspondent, Emma Cropper.

Mike Gilligan is a former farmer from Dargaville who has devoted his retirement to keeping Northland's tiniest patients warm. Peter de Graaf reports.

Hundreds of talented teens spent the weekend singing as part of the secondary school choral festival the Big Sing. Choir director David Squires spoke to John Campbell about the finale.

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Changes to planning and environmental rules have tree advocates worried about how many trees could be cut down around the country. Luka Forman reports.

The All Blacks have suffered their first loss under Dave Rennie - losing to the Springboks 33-26 in Cape Town yesterday. All Blacks assistant coach Neil Barnes spoke to John Campbell about the result and the upcoming test in Johannesburg.

Air New Zealand has plunged to a $242 million annual loss, as soaring fuel prices and engine problems wiped out gains from stronger passenger revenue. Andy Bowley, head of research at Forsyth Barr, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about the airline's performance.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Morning Report.

Health NZ reveals the roles and locations they are targeting for the 2026 intake of the Voluntary Bonding Scheme. Robyn Shearer, Health New Zealand's executive national director of people, culture, health and safety, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about the initiative.

There's been a war of words between the Springboks and All Blacks following the second test in Cape Town. South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus has taken umbrage at some comments from his opposite Dave Rennie regarding the hosts' scrum.

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The National Party says it will reduce the compulsory student-loan repayment rate if re-elected, while cracking down on overseas-based borrowers. Nimish Milan Singh, president of the Auckland University Students' Association, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about the policy.

Grey Power is calling for government policies to address the needs of an increasing number of older New Zealanders struggling to meet the most basic living expenses. Nona Pelletier reports.

20,000 rescuers from the security forces have been deployed in Nepal following last week's devastating flood. Amy Lefevre, Save the Children's Global Media Manager, spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about the relief operation and the conditions on the ground.

GenPro represents 475 general practices and urgent care centres and is asking political parties to commit to more investment in general practice. Dr Angus Chambers, GenPro's Chair and Riccarton Clinic GP, spoke to John Campbell about the seven points GenPro is asking parties to address, and the call for a funding increase.

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Scientists are searching New Zealand waters for marine organisms that could be the secret ingredient for skincare products such as sunscreen and anti-aging creams. Alexa Cook reports

Heavy machinery has been airlifted into parts of Nepal to help with search and rescue efforts after the devastating flash-flood last week. Nepali journalist Roshan Sedhai spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss about his visit to one of the worst-hit areas of Nuwakot.

Fix & Fogg has made its way onto the shelves of the third biggest retailer, by revenue, in the world. The company's "Everything Butter" can now be found in Costco stores across the Southeastern United States. Chief growth officer Thom Brooks spoke to John Campbell about the expansion.

Web caption New Zealand exporters are still wading through the process to clawback tariff refunds from the United States meanwhile smaller poultry operators are being urged to take up help on offer to beef up their biosecurity. Rural News on Morning Report with Gianina Schwanecke.

An early morning sports news update.