Opposition leader Chris Hipkins speaks to Ingrid Hipkiss; Finance Minister Nicola Willis explains the fuel rationing plan; Mariameno Kapa-Kingi discusses her exit from Te Pati Maori; Calls for more money for trades following fees free scrapping; Interview with NZ Rugby League's new boss, Andrea Nelson .
A Wairarapa couple is working tirelessly to preserve the heritage of wheelwrighting - the traditional craft of making wooden wagon wheels and building carriages. Greg Lang spoke to John Campbell.
Painga Project aims to boost children’s eyecare
11/05/2026 | 3 mins.
A Tamaki Makaurau charity is aiming to address what it calls a significant and ongoing gap in eyecare for children. The Painga Project chief executive, Sarah Corson spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
Coroner hears claims over Canterbury baby’s death
11/05/2026 | 3 mins.
The aunt of a 16-week-old Canterbury baby who died from catastrophic head injuries in 2014 has laid the blame for the boy's death at her sister's former partner. Timothy Brown reports.
Sports update for 12 May 2026
11/05/2026 | 4 mins.
An update on what's happening in the sports world with Nathan Rarere.
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.
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