RNZ: Morning Report

An investment expert says retiring before the age of 70 is increasingly unaffordable, warning many New Zealanders may need to rethink their retirement expectations; Federated Farmers is concerned the Government's proposed RMA reforms could leave the door open to the introduction of a future water tax; Recent severe weather has exposed vulnerabilities in the country's roading network, prompting calls from the New Zealand Shipping Federation for greater investment in coastal shipping as a more resilient freight alternative; The Government has lifted the annual cap on space launches from 100 to 1,000, with Space Operations New Zealand saying the move will support growth in the sector; The Black Foils have repaired their damaged hull after a high-speed collision in Perth, with skipper Blair Tuke looking ahead to the Auckland round of SailGP.

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day and people around the country will be buying flowers and chocolates for the ones they love. Auckland wedding celebrant Nate Dunn spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The conditions that make Marlborough famous for Sauvignon Blanc are being hailed as the perfect place to grow medicinal cannabis. Samantha Gee reports.

The Black Foils have managed to put themselves back together for this weekend's Sail GP in Auckland after a crash ended their first regatta of the season. The team's skipper Blair Tuke spoke to Corin Dann.

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

In recent weeks, a number of car owners have been caught out by surprising changes to what their insurers think their cars are worth - particularly AA Insurance. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Weekly sports panel with Abby Wilson and Taine Randell.

The government is increasing the number of space launches allowed from 100 to 1000. Space Operations New Zealand CEO and Aerospace New Zealand committee member Robin McNeill spoke to Corin Dann.

Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight and the Crusaders are once again defending champions after winning a record extending 13th title in 2025. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.

Tai Rawhiti locals isolated again by January's slips on the Waioeka Gorge and East Coast highway want the government to find a more reliable route out of Gisborne. Mary Argue reports.

Origin Air's new eighteen-seat flights between Christchurch and Nelson begin today. Origin Air chief executive Robert Inglis spoke to Corin Dann.

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

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

New research out today found an alarming number of vaping stores are using loopholes to operate. Study author and public health researcher, Robin van der Sanden spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Judith Collins' appointment as President of the Law Commission was waved through by Cabinet - with no recruitment process, no selection panel and no rival candidates. Acting political editor Craig McCulloch reports.

One of the country's leading investment companies believes there needs to be a reality check about the age of eligibility for super, warning that anything before the early 70s, is unaffordable. Milford Asset Management chief executive Blair Turnbull spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

One of the country's leading investment companies believes there needs to be a reality check about the age of eligibility for super, warning that anything before the early 70s, is unaffordable. Milford Asset Management chief executive Blair Turnbull spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

An early morning update from RNZ's business team.

There's a call for more investment in regional ports to increase the use of coastal shipping. Recent severe weather events have highlighted the economic vulnerability of roads in some parts of the country. New Zealand Shipping Federation Executive Director, John Harbord spoke to Corin Dann.

Correspondent Simon Marks spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Washington DC.

Wet weather could impact this year's potato crop though mixing solar farming with growing crops is proving a winner. The morning's rural news with Gianina Schwanecke.

An early morning sports news update with Nathan Rarere.

Australian white supremacist Brenton Tarrant wants the Court of Appeal to overturn his convictions and sentence for the shootings at Al Noor Mosque and Linwood Islamic Centre. Timothy Brown was in court.

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

The government says businesses are benefiting from its Investment Boost policy - introduced in last year's Budget, and is calling on Labour to retain it. Chief Executive of United Machinists, Sarah Ramsay spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

This morning, we heard from the mother of a toddler who died after getting caught in a window blind cord - she wants to see a change to safety regulations; Plus, Westpac NZ's Chief Economist joined us as their Economic Overview pointed to a more positive outlook for the New Zealand economy; The former Chief Executive of LeaderBrand is calling for a major re-think of Tairawhiti roading; SailGP foils its way back into the city of sails, Tamaki Makaurau this weekend - we spoke to Tataki Auckland Unlimited Chief Executive Nick Hill; And, we were joined by the owner of a new company that's aiming to reunite missing dogs with their owners.

A business has been launched, helping connect missing dogs with their owners in seconds - and for councils there are big savings to be had. Doggone founder Tracey Austin spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

In the UK, New Zealanders are proving their businesses can thrive - and they say Kiwi support, and the Kiwi reputation, is a big part of their success. Alice Wilkins reports from London.

A low pressure system is lining up a soggy weekend, bringing warm, humid air and the risk of heavy rain, especially for parts of the North Island still recovering after January's floods. MetService meteorologist, Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Corin Dann.

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

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

Some customers of New Zealand fashion brand Augustine have been left upset by its decision to no longer stock bigger sizes. But one retail expert says it makes business sense. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Corin Dann.

One of two schools that illegally covered the cost of foreign students' fees says it happened because a sponsorship deal fell through. Education correspondent John Gerritsen reports.

Documents show a proposed LNG terminal will need to bypass even the fast-track process in order to be built in time for winter next year. Climate Change Correspondent Kate Newton has been looking through the cabinet papers and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

ASB Bank chief executive Vittoria Shortt speaks to Corin Dann.

Electrocurrents are being used to stun pest fish so they can be scooped up, brought to land, and killed at Auckland's Western Springs Lake. Jessica Hopkins reports.

The opposition is questioning the timing of the government's independent review into New Zealand's monetary policy response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell spoke to Corin Dann.

SailGP returns to Auckland's Waitemata Harbour this weekend, once again turning the City of Sails into a world stage. Tataki Auckland Unlimited Chief Executive Nick Hill spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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

The latest market updates and news from RNZ's business team.

A number of student associations say students are being bombarded by sports betting companies - and it's getting some into financial trouble. Auckland University Students' Association president Nimish Milan Singh spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The mother of a toddler who was caught in a window blind cord wants to see changes to safety regulations. Courtney Cambie spoke to Corin Dann.