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Episodes
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to chat about his Australia trip.
Lat week, after it was announced four New Zealand MPs would be banned from China for a year, Australia commented condemning China's decision. Luxon responded saying it was not a matter for Australia to be involved in, but today he stated he was 'appreciative' of the support anyway.
A focus of the trip was economic integration in...
The Government plans to crack down on run it straight-type events and other combat sports following lobbying from sports and health organisations.
Sports Minister Mark Mitchell confirmed that work on a potential law change was progressing.
Mitchell sought advice from sports officials and health experts after Palmerston North teen Ryan Satterthwaite died from a serious head injury suffered during an impromptu version of the game las...
Federated Farmers has launched a five-point plan setting out what it says should be the major focuses for the next Government.
The plan focuses on reducing farming cost, enabling technology and infrastructure, empowering community conservation, supporting young farmers, and fixing local government.
Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford told Heather du Plessis-Allan that a thriving farming sector is a thriving count...
Unusually for me, I feel like I should come to the defence of Gen Z.
These are the kids aged 14-29. We complain a lot about them, about how soft they are, how they lack resilience, and what a bunch of complainers they are.
The latest to join in this week was Michelle Obama, who said they aren’t developing the resilience they need because of a culture of instant gratification. And then told them they need bad bosses and ...
Mike Hosking and Kate Hawkesby are off on holiday, so Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to Wrap the Week that Was.
They discussed last night's Radio and Podcast Awards (and the afterparty), Gen Z, and whether Speaker of the House Gerry Brownlee is "too grouchy".
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The Super Rugby Pacific playoffs have arrived.
Christchurch is a sellout, with tickets going in twenty minutes for the Crusaders v Blues clash at One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha.
Four Kiwi sides make up the top six —the Hurricanes, the Blues, Crusaders, and Chiefs— with officials deciding to stick with the controversial “lucky loser” format.
Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley told Heather du Plessis-Allan that while...
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast with Heather du Plessis-Allan for Friday 5th of June, Former US Army Major General Randy Manner dives into the supposed ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley joined for a chat ahead of playoffs kicking off tonight.
And Tim Wilson and Kerre Woodham discuss the NZ Radio and Podcast Awards, kids ruining couches in cafes, and whether you’d ...
More people are interested in living with family – even at the top end of the property market.
Housing Survey data shows about one in 10 people want, or plan to, live with multiple generations in their next home.
Sotheby’s International Realty says wealthy buyers, like Active Investor Plus visa holders, often look for properties to accommodate this.
Managing Director Mark Harris told Heather du Plessis-Allan the areas t...
There are hopes a new solar-powered housing model could save homeowners thousands of dollars a year in power bills.
Fletcher Living is launching a solar-home pilot at its Greenstead development in Lincoln.
Octopus Energy will manage the household's energy use, offsetting the cost of any electricity, with no bills promised for the first five years.
Chief Executive Steve Evans told Heather du Plessis-Allan solar ac...
New data shows how unstable the construction sector is right now, with building activity dropping to a 10-year low.
Infometrics says building activity fell 3.5% in the March quarter.
The value of non-residential work in the South Island rose more than 8% as Wellington and Auckland recorded significant drops.
Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO Carl Taylor told Heather du Plessis-Allan consents can tell them wha...
A US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is already on the rocks.
Hezbollah is rejecting terms, calling them "futile" and "humiliating".
The armed militant group says the proposal is tantamount to surrender as Israeli strikes continue in southern Lebanon.
The comments come after Israel and Lebanon announced a renewal of their fragile deal.
Former US Army Major General Randy Manner told Heather du P...
The number of foreign teachers hired to fill gaps is at a record high.
Ministry of Education data shows of a workforce of about 78 thousand, almost 10 thousand come from abroad.
That means 12.5% of the workforce is trained overseas, rising to 13.3% among full-time teachers.
Education Minister Erica Standard told Heather du Plessis-Allan schools often recruit international teachers themselves.
She says they'...
I'm not one to get excited at election time about the outside chance that small parties like Opportunity make it into Parliament.
But I reckon this year is different. If Opportunity plays this right, they might just do it.
Yesterday’s Roy Morgan poll had them at 6%.
Now, I don’t know how much stock I put in that poll because it was very volatile. National went up 5% and Labour went down 7.5%.
Swings that big...
The self-proclaimed People’s Princess of Aotearoa, Chris Parker is bringing his latest tour back home.
Though he came into many people’s lives during lockdown, when his videos started going viral, he’s been a part of the Kiwi comedy scene for a lot longer, winning multiple awards at the NZ International Comedy Festival.
He’s appeared on TV shows, podcasts, and performed a lot of comedy – selling out shows in New Zealan...
The All Blacks are back on TV3 – if you’re willing to wait.
The July tests against France, Italy, and Ireland will be shown delayed on both the linear TV3 and on-demand Three Now.
It’s the first major play since Sky bought the channel last year, and is aimed at converting casual viewers into paying subscribers.
Sky TV’s Head of Sport Content Gary Burchett told Heather du Plessis-Allan that sports rights aren’t ch...
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast with Heather du Plessis-Allan for Thursday the 4th of June, Trade Minister Todd McClay shares his thoughts on Trump’s newest tariff.
Sky TV are delivering All Blacks games this year for free on delay, but in the days of streaming and social media, are we still into sport on delay?
And comedian Chris Parker explains why he’s worried about the world and discusses his upcomi...
Te Huia train fares are rising 25% as passenger numbers surge.
Waikato Regional Council's voted to lift the $24.06 one-way fare for the trip between Hamilton and Auckland to $32.50.
Patronage in recent months rose 52% on last year, with fewer track disruptions and more reliability.
But Waikato Regional Council Chair Warren Maher told Heather du Plessis-Allan that’s not why they’re putting the price up.
He sa...
The wool sector is continuing its rebound.
The latest auction prices are sitting around $6.80 a kilo – the best returns in 15 years.
Strong demand and low global supply are driving the recovery.
Federated Farmers Meat and Wool Chair Richard Dawkins told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the rising cost of synthetics means they’re no longer the cheap and reliable option.
He says the pressures caused by the war i...
A youth programme leader is delighted to see the Government prioritise early intervention through sport.
Sport and Police Minister Mark Mitchell has confirmed an $8 million cash injection for established initiatives supporting troubled young people.
Blue Light Ventures Chief Executive Brendon Crompton told Heather du Plessis Allan every dollar put into their programmes returns more than seven to the community and taxp...
An MP facing Chinese sanctions is refusing to apologise for visiting Taiwan.
ACT's Laura McClure has been banned from China for a year, along with NZ First’s David Wilson, Labour’s Duncan Webb, and National’s Maureen Pugh.
The four visited the self-governing island territory last month.
McClure told Heather du Plessis-Allan it's an intimidation tactic – likely to put people off visiting Taiwan, but she hopes tha...
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