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All the best bits of the Mike Hosking Breakfast on Newstalk ZB that you might've missed, put together by GlennZB.
Marcus Lush engages Kiwis from all walks of life, discussing the issues that matter most on Newstalk ZB.
After 33 years behind the Newstalk ZB microphone, Leighton can’t give it up completely. There were so many requests to continue his opinionated commentary that the prospect of podcasting was born. So, without restriction, Leighton continues to serve up on everything you want to hear about and some things you don’t. Stand by to be enlightened, educated and enraged!
Don't risk not knowing what's going around New Zealand and the world - catch up with interviews from Early Edition, hosted by Kate Hawkesby on Newstalk ZB.
News, opinion, analysis, lifestyle and entertainment – we’ve got your Sunday morning listening covered with The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin on Newstalk ZB.
Weekend Sport on Newstalk ZB brings you all the action and reaction to the sporting weekend.
With decades of broadcasting experience behind him, Andrew Dickens has worked around the world across multiple radio genres. His bold, sharp and energetic show on Newstalk ZB is always informative and entertaining.
Jamie Mackay, Rowena Duncum and Tessa Prentice deliver your daily fix of everything going on in NZ's biggest industry, along with a generous side-serve of news, sports and politics. The Country from Newstalk ZB, Hokonui and Gold AM.
Jack Tame’s crisp perspective, style and enthusiasm makes for refreshing and entertaining Saturday morning radio on Newstalk ZB. News, sport, books, music, gardens and celebrities – what better way to spend your Saturdays?
Looking to make sense of your dollars? Newstalk ZB’s Smart Money delves into the deep, dark recesses of unwanted debt, traverses the highs and lows of investments and helps to ensure you money works for you. Our industry experts give us their top tips on a wide selection of topics including mortgage rates, stock, savings, goal-setting and retirement.
With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.
Home is where the heart is, and there’s no question that Kiwis LOVE property. Newstalk ZB’s OneRoof Radio Show is a full-house of property talk, tips and tricks. Leading industry experts join us to discuss and debate the latest in market trends, investments, DIY and much more. Step inside The OneRoof Radio Show and make yourself at home.
Every weekday join the new voice of local issues on Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonald, 9am-12pm weekdays. It’s all about the conversation with John, as he gets right into the things that get our community talking. If it’s news you’re after, backing John is the combined power of the Newstalk ZB and New Zealand Herald news teams. Meaning when it comes to covering breaking news – you will not beat local radio. With two decades experience in communications based in Christchurch, John also ...
Every week, Rugby Direct gives you the lowdown on all you need to know from the rugby world. Whether it's the All Blacks, Black Ferns, NPC, Farah Palmer Cup, or just what's going down at the club grounds, we have you covered on your home for all things rugby. Listen on iHeartRadio for every angle, every moment, and every opinion.
Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show. Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda. The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more. The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.
Keeping up to date with the news just became a little easier. Available every weekday at 5am, tune in as Damien Venuto chats with the journalists and newsmakers, going behind the headlines to break down what you need to know on the biggest stories of the day.
The #MeToo movement has turned into a hurricane force of social change, sweeping across the world. NZME journalist Georgina Campbell explores the global campaign against sexual abuse and harassment in New Zealand in this New Zealand Herald-Newstalk ZB co-production.
A summer podcast series from the New Zealand Herald and Newstalk ZB. Go to Health looks at a different health issue each week, from pregnancy to medical marijuana, with the help of an expert. Hosted by Frances Cook. New episode every Tuesday.
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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Chief Political Reporter on Emissions Reduction Plan
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Newstalk ZB Chief Political Reporter Jason Walls joined the show to unpack the Emissions Reduction Plan and explain how it all works and what it will cover. LISTEN ABOVEBy Newstalk ZB
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The Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin
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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB chief political reporter on what to expect in Budget week
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Newstalk ZB chief political reporter Jason Walls joined Francesca Rudkin to give a preview into what we can expect in this week's Budget. The pair discussed Act's alternative Budget, National's response and a few details on the Emissions Reduction Plan that will be delivered by James Shaw on Monday. LISTEN ABOVE…
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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Chief Political Reporter on the reaction to Maori Party's Tauranga claims
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The Maori Party have had to retract an inflammatory statement. This morning, Maori Party president Che Wilson announced they would not be entering a candidate for the Tauranga by-election over a claim that a Department of Internal Affairs report stating Tauranga is a hotspot for hate speech and white supremacy. But the report did not mention the re…
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast
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Mike's Minute: Are the supermarkets ripping us off? Time will tell
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Whether The Warehouse dip their toes back into the supermarket game properly may well be an insight into the reality of the supermarket game in this country. And whether or not the Commerce Commission was ever really needed to provide the report they did into the sector. There was much upset from those who believed we are getting ripped off when th…
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Liam Lawson and Marcus Armstrong: Kiwi F2 drivers on the season so far and what lies ahead
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Liam Lawson and Marcus Armstrong have been flying the New Zealand flag high in Formula Two this season, with Lawson fourth and Armstrong seventh after four races. The pair joined Mike Hosking to give an update on the season so far and what the future holds. LISTEN ABOVEBy Newstalk ZB
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Lift Your Game, James/Where Everyone Gets a Supermarket/Aussie Campaign Wind-Up/Covid's Coming/Motorway HazardsBy Newstalk ZB
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Chloe Gong: Bestselling Kiwi author on her success and latest release
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Chloe Gong is a Kiwi author who has topped the New York Times bestseller list with her novels since she was a teenager. Her most notable work is These Violent Delights, and the sequel Our Violent Ends. Now she has a spin-off duology out to those two books, called Foul Lady Fortune. Chloe Gong joined Mike Hosking. LISTEN ABOVE…
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Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby
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Cherie Taylor-Patel: Principals' Federation President when autistic children have the right levels of funding and support, they're more like
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New findings show autistic children are three times more likely to be stood down or suspended from school, than other students. These levels reverted back to the general population average, when autistic students received high-needs funding. Principals' Federation President Cherie Taylor-Patel told Kate Hawkesby suspension can be a strategy for sch…
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Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby
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Finn McLaren: Singer Electrical Marketing Manager says there are issues around subsidies and supply for electric vehicle charging units
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There are predictions of a few hiccups in getting more electric vehicles on our roads. The Government wants total driving cut by a fifth, and 30 percent of people driving zero emission cars by 2035. Manufacturer Singer Electrical says home charging units haven't been subsidised, and can cost up to $5,000. Marketing Manager Finn McLaren told Kate Ha…
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Economist says Omicron, staffing and supply chain issues are stalling economic momentum
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Omicron, staffing and supply chain issues are stalling economic momentum. New research from Infometrics shows economic activity has picked up slightly in the first three months of this year. However, the shortage of workers and materials is proving a hindrance. But Infometrics Economist Brad Olsen told Mike Hosking when you factor in Auckland's per…
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Early Edition with Kate Hawkesby
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Chris Finlayson: Former Arts Minister says documentary about Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick is a misuse of taxpayers' money
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New Zealand On Air has been slammed, over the awarding of 200-thousand dollars for a documentary about Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick. The project, Being Chlöe, looks to explore the political and personal life of New Zealand's youngest MP. Swarbrick wasn't involved in pitching the project. Former Arts Minister Chris Finlayson told Kate Hawkesby it's a mi…
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast
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James Shaw: Climate Change Minister says the Government has been forced to play catch up on emissions reduction plan
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A lot of details around the Government's emissions reduction plan still remain a mystery. It includes a goal to have 30 percent of people driving zero emission cars by 2035. Climate Change Minister James Shaw says the car replacement scheme would apply to those near the minimum wage, but he hasn't given an exact number. He told Mike Hosking the Gov…
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Dane Dougan: CEO of Autism NZ on research finding school kids with autism are almost three times as likely to be stood down or suspended com
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New Zealand school kids with autism are almost three times as likely to be stood down or suspended compared to those without autism. The research by Otago University shows out one out of 20 autistic children are stood down or suspended, compared to the usual one in fifty. Dane Dougan, CEO of Autism NZ joined Mike Hosking. LISTEN ABOVE…
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Raelene Castle: NZ Sport CEO says we need balance between people on podiums and athletes being safe and healthy
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There are hopes this will be the last investigation into Cycling New Zealand. A long-awaited inquiry into the organisation, which follows the death of Olivia Podmore last year, found its high-performance system prioritises medals over wellbeing. It's also found athletes have a fear of reprisals for raising issues with coaches and management. High P…
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Kate Hawkesby: It's good to hear from former MPs who actually talk a lot of sense
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I’m enjoying the politicians who’ve stepped away from politics long enough to be able to look back in on it with fresh eyes and with wisdom, and then write about it. Paula Bennett has a column in the Herald on Sunday which is always a good read, Steven Joyce writes for the Herald and his pieces always make sense too. Part of it may be that it remin…
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Winston Peters: NZ First leader rules out a run in next month's Tauranga by-election
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Winston Peters is ruling out a run in next month's Tauranga by-election. Nominations close at midday in the race to replace National MP Simon Bridges, with the final candidates confirmed at 4pm. The New Zealand First Leader had been tipped to stand. But he told Mike Hosking he nor his party will be standing, and thinks the whole by-election is a wa…
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FIRST WITH YESTERDAY'S NEWS (highlights from Monday on Newstalk ZB) So Hard to Worry About the Future/Buses Would Be Great if They Worked/Giving Up On SportBy Newstalk ZB
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The Front Page
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Kiwi journalist in Ukraine on the state of Russia's invasion
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A NZ journalist believes the Ukrainian people will never accept a settlement that sees territory handed over to Russia, as a result of the atrocities the invading forces have inflicted on the people. Tom Mutch has been in Ukraine since before Russia invaded at the end of February, and is currently reporting out of Kramatorsk, in the Donetsk Oblast …
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
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Gavin Grey: It really shows how keen people were to see her
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Nothing quite like a NATO exercise on Russia's doorstep. The Queen made a grand appearance at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. Switzerland has voted to boost the availability of transplant organs by making everyone a potential donor after death unless they have expressly objected. UK correspondent Gavin Grey joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABO…
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Andrew Hoggard: We need to actually have some mitigation's and that requires research
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The farming sector has welcomed today's Emissions Reduction Plan. The Government wants to set up a new centre for climate action on agricultural emissions to find innovative ways to reduce emissions. President of Federated Farmers Andrew Hoggard joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVEBy Newstalk ZB
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Fran O'Sullivan: He was a man of many contrasts
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Some sad news for the business community today... With the passing of Brian Gaynor. The business commentator, co-founder of Milford Asset Management and backer of Businessdesk. Someone who knew Brian for decades is NZME's business commentator Fran O'Sullivan. Fran joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE…
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Grant Robertson: The fine detail of the design happens now
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It's a big week for the Finance Minister as he gears up to budget day on Thursday. Things were supposed to start big today with the release of the Government's Emissions Reduction Plan. But the lack of detail is what really stuck out. Finance Minister Grant Robertson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE…
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The Huddle: Emissions Reduction Plan, Palestine v Israel and ramraids
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Was Wellington mayor Andy Foster right to pull the pin on plans to light up a Wellington landmark in Palestinian colours, after a warning he might upset Israel? The big Emissions Reduction Plan – not many specifics, a lot more consultation – has the plan fallen flat? A report into High Performance Sport has recommended the approach needs to be chan…
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Andy Foster: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade advised us not to go ahead
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Wellington's mayor is defending his move to put the brakes on a Palestinian commemoration event. The Michael Fowler Centre was set to be lit up in the colours of the Palestinian flag tonight to mark Nakba Day ... which recognises the impact of a 1948 war with Israel. However, the capital's mayor vetoed it after MFAT expressed concerns about Israeli…
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Eric Murray: There's a well-being system for each individual person
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The findings of the Cycling New Zealand and High Performance Sport inquiry have been released, following the death of Olivia Podmore last August. The report found that there is an inherent tension between well-being and the pursuit of medal success, and recommends cyclists be treated as "people first, athletes second". Issues have also been raised …
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James Shaw: This is a five year plan and not everything has been completed
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The Government's released its long-awaited plan on how to reduce emissions – but many big decisions have been put in the "for later" basket. 570 million dollars will go towards funding low- and middle-income households to swap their old gas guzzlers for EVs. The Government wants 30% of our cars to be zero emissions by 2035... But hasn't gone as far…
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Jason Walls: The Government has earmarked 4.5 billion for the emissions reduction plan
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The much-anticipated emission reduction plan's been released – what are the highlights and what has been the reaction? There's been a spate of ram-raids again overnight... what's the Government doing about it? NZ on Air's given a $220,000 grant for a film about Chloe Swarbrick – how have they justified that? Chief political reporter Jason Walls joi…
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Weekend Sport
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Mike Hesson: McCullum as England coach is a pretty good fit
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Former Blackcaps coach Mike Hesson chats to Piney about Brendon McCullum taking up the role of England test cricket coach. LISTEN ABOVEBy Newstalk ZB
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Oliver Peterson: All the polls are showing that Labor will win
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It’s the final week of the election campaign and it's looking like Anthony Albanese will be the next PM. Andrew Symonds's death continues to rock the cricketing world as the police investigation continues. The North Sydney Bears set to re-enter the NRL – but not in North Sydney. 6PR Perth Live Presenter Oliver Peterson joined Heather du Plessis-All…
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Phil Gifford: There is no question that you have to make sacrifices
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The Podmore report finds that cyclists should be treated as people before athletes. Who's going to be in the Super Rugby final? Sports commentator Phil Gifford joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVEBy Newstalk ZB
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Debbie Randall: It was someone with a lot of know-how
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Ramraiders have stepped it up a notch. They used a digger to break into the Wainuiomata BP in Lower Hutt overnight. The seven-tonne digger owned by K & D Contracting was taken from a nearby building site. The company's director Debbie Randall joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVEBy Newstalk ZB
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I'm not sure what James Shaw has been doing but it wasn't nailing down a climate plan
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I’m not entirely sure what James Shaw has been doing with his time. But whatever it is, it certainly wasn’t spent nailing down a climate plan. What he’s released today is very short on detail. Very short. This is supposed to be a big day for the Government by the way. The PM’s called climate change the nuclear-free moment of our generation. Her gov…
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Andrew Dickens Afternoons
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Andrew Dickens: The post-pandemic hangover is affecting the whole world
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Welcome to budget week and welcome to the immediate aftermath of the Covid pandemic. Is the pandemic over? No, far from it. Temporary labour shortages as the virus works its way through the population means everything will be difficult for some time yet. Nearly half our music station staff were off last week after one company super spreader event. …
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The Country
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The Country 16/05/22: Phil Duncan talks to Jamie Mackay
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Monday’s resident weather expert comments on a declared drought in the Waikato and winter's first shot in anger for the south later this week.By NZME
