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RNZ 676 Episodes Jul 28, 2026

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.

Episodes

Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 July 2026
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 28 July 2026 Jul 28, 2026 00:32:56 Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to Corin Dann; Dr Mamaeroa David on protecting against winter illness; Major disruption to businesses as slips continue at mount; Former trade minister Tim Groser discusses latest US tariffs; Experts explain recent earthquake activity.
NZ film festival’s artistic director Paolo Bertolin
NZ film festival’s artistic director Paolo Bertolin Jul 28, 2026 00:05:16 International Film Festival has showcased feature films from across the globe, kicking off at the Civic with the Aotearoa premiere of drama Big Girls Don't Cry, directed by Kiwi Paloma Schneideman. Artistic director Paolo Bertolin spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Lewis Clareburt wins New Zealand's first gold in the pool
Lewis Clareburt wins New Zealand's first gold in the pool Jul 28, 2026 00:03:28 Our reporter Adam Burns in Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games and saw it all happen.
Hunters help stock food banks with venison
Hunters help stock food banks with venison Jul 28, 2026 00:06:15 With food costs on the up, a national programme to get hunters donating game to local food banks is hitting the mark. Game Changer NZ is helping hunters connect with butchers so they can safely share their kills with those in need. Wayne Langford is the founder of Wild Game Recovery Trust and spoke to Corin Dann.
Bill Hammond painting tipped to fetch $1.8 million
Bill Hammond painting tipped to fetch $1.8 million Jul 28, 2026 00:03:38 An iconic New Zealand painting by artist Bill Hammond is going under the hammer, and it's expected to fetch up to $1.8 million. Luka Forman reports.
Market update
Market update Jul 28, 2026 00:01:52 The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.
Paid parental leave back in political spotlight
Paid parental leave back in political spotlight Jul 28, 2026 00:01:59 Parental leave is back in the news again, with National promising to increase the number of weeks that people can take off, paid, when they have a baby. But some employers are already offering a lot more than the minimum. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds has been looking into it and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Experts explain recent earthquake activity
Experts explain recent earthquake activity Jul 28, 2026 00:04:40 It's been a shaky few days with a number of strong earthquakes around the country. A magnitude 5.9 earthquake near Taumaranui on Saturday was felt across much of the North Island, and has been followed by dozens of aftershocks. It came just over a week after another magnitude 5.9 quake near Te Anau. Earth Sciences Chief Scientist for Earthquake Hazards, Anna Kaiser spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to Corin Dann
Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to Corin Dann Jul 28, 2026 00:09:45 With three months to go until the election, there's been a flurry of policy announcements from parties across the political spectrum. Labour's leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Corin Dann.
Beats on the Lawn Bowling green
Beats on the Lawn Bowling green Jul 28, 2026 00:03:36 Our reporter in Glasgow, Leonard Powell has watching the bowls, and noticed something he wouldn't have associated with the sport... music!
Longest suspension bridge in New Zealand opens
Longest suspension bridge in New Zealand opens Jul 28, 2026 00:04:53 The new bridge across the Hooker River spans 189 metres, replacing the previous crossing that closed last April after rainfall and storms caused riverbank erosion. Department of Conservation's Aoraki Mt Cook District Operations Manager, Sally Jones spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Former trade minister Tim Groser discusses latest US tariffs
Former trade minister Tim Groser discusses latest US tariffs Jul 28, 2026 00:05:54 Prime Minister Christoper Luxon is calling the latest attempt by the United States to impose a 12.5 percent tariff on New Zealand "ridiculous." Former trade minister Tim Groser spoke to Corin Dann.

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