Morning Report

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.