The Mike Hosking Breakfast
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.
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Australian correspondent Steve Price joined Mike Hosking to chat about the latest news out of Australia.
PM Anthony Albanese is jetting off to Brunei and Malaysia with the goal to make fuel supply deals.
Meanwhile, the Government has released a $20 million ad campaign on how to limit your use of fuel when driving.
And, Meghan and Harry head to Australia for a visit.
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US President Donald Trump has ordered the US Navy to block the Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks in Pakistan.
Although, Trump said on Saturday whether the talks were successful or not made 'no difference to me'.
"That breakdown in Pakistan came as, I guess, a little surprise, with Trump saying whether or not there was a deal made no difference to him," US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking.
"Of cours...
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 13th of April, after the negotiations fell over after 21 hours where does the ceasefire go next as Trump says the U.S will blockade the Strait.
The Prime Minister says we are through the fuel situation and talks the India FTA.
Andrew Saville and Jason Pine review the Warriors, the Supercars and the cancellation and Rory at the Masters.
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I'm pleased for Judge Emma Aitken. She lives to rule another day.
That dreadful night at the Northern Club that threatened to derail her career has not ended in the calamity it could have.
The adjudicators didn’t like what she did. But equally she isn't losing her job.
I got fascinated by the whole experience because it's unusual to see a procedure that is legal, but not really legal.
There was a panel and witnesses were called and...
The Warriors have snapped an 11‑year, 17‑game losing streak against the Melbourne Storm, securing their first win at AAMI Park since 2014.
The 38-14 victory came in dominant fashion, with the Warriors holding Melbourne scoreless in the second half to seal a statement win.
Warriors assistant coach Slade Griffin told Mike Hosking it was great to see the team bounce back from back-to-back losses.
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After 21 hours of marathon talks in Islamabad, the United States and Iran have walked away without reaching an agreement.
U.S. Vice President JD Vance described the proposal put to Tehran as Washington’s “final and best offer,” but discussions ultimately broke down over Iran’s refusal to commit to not developing nuclear weapons.
The failure to secure a deal raises fresh questions about regional stability and the future of diplomati...
The Prime Minister says the Government's still looking into how to get more fuel into the country.
It's put 20-million dollars towards an extra diesel storage tank at Marsden Point, south of Whangārei.
Chris Luxon says it will be built and completed in seven weeks.
He says told Mike Hosking they're considering offers for extra diesel, to fill the new tank.
Luxon says there are currently high levels of fuel in the country - about 53...
The latest surge in fuel prices, and disruptions to supply chains - are being felt at the pump, but not yet at the checkout.
Stats NZ is due to release its latest monthly inflation update on Friday.
But new data from Infometrics and Foodstuffs shows grocery-supplier-cost-inflation actually dropped in March, from 2.3 percent to just 2.1.
Vegetables New Zealand Chair John Murphy says told Mike Hosking rising costs are yet to translat...
Major exporters are urging political leaders to urgently back a Free Trade Agreement with India, warning against “playing games” with access to one of the world’s largest and fastest‑growing markets.
In an open letter released today, leading figures from New Zealand Inc. highlight the opportunity presented by India’s 1.4‑billion‑strong consumer base, which is expected to become one of the world’s fastest‑growing economies by 2030.
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At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.
It ended the way at least some thought it would: within six weeks, with last minute high drama. Now there'll be a bit of back and forward, but eventually, like all Middle East conflicts, we will all go home.
Artemis II: 7/10
I have failed to get as fizzed as some...
Here is an irony for you.
Could it be that the Prime Minister, the one so disliked by the media, is actually so good at his job that his numbers are a result of his excellence?
The pollster David Farrar has broken down the NZ First poll numbers this week.
Now, small warning – the NZ First poll numbers are not accurate given NZ First went up 4%, which is a 30%-ish swing in their favour.
As I said this week, p...
Home-base preparations ahead of Artemis II's crew splash down off California's coast on Saturday afternoon.
The four astronauts are on the return trip to Earth after their historic lunar flyby.
NASA landing and recovery director, Liliana Villarreal says a ship's heading towards the capsule landing zone.
The crew will then be helicoptered to dry land, for post-flight medical checks.
US Correspondent Richard...
Friday has come once more which means it’s time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week that was.
They discussed the state of the conflict in the Middle East and the ceasefire negotiations, the follow up to the ‘Jury Duty’ TV show, and the upcoming return of the Artemis II.
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New research has highlighted an issue hidden beneath our feet.
A Ministry for the Environment report shows E. coli has been detected in almost half of monitored groundwater sites since 2019.
Nitrate levels have risen more than a third in the past two decades, and 63% of New Zealand's lakes had poor or very poor health.
Water NZ CEO Gillian Blythe told Mike Hosking a critical piece of information highlighted by the...
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 10th of April, former National Security Advisor to Donald Trump, John Bolton gives his opinion on the conflict in the Middle East and the ceasefire negotiations.
Taupō Motorsport Park Owner Tony Quinn talks the biggest event of the weekend – Supercars is back at Taupō before it heads to the South Island for the first time ever.
Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson talk...
Israel’s attacks on Lebanon may be a sticking point in ceasefire negotiations between Iran and the United States.
More 300 people were killed and over 1000 injured in Israel's strikes on Lebanon yesterday, with Israel claiming the conflict there wasn't covered by the ceasefire agreement.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's since ordered his Cabinet to open direct talks with Lebanon to establish "peace relations", but h...
A flurry of international tourists is expected in Taupō this weekend for the first leg of the Supercars double-header.
More than two and a half thousand Australians are expected, with accommodation in the town nearing capacity.
Taupō’s hosting for the first time before Christchurch's Ruapuna Speedway's debut for the second round next week.
Taupō Motorsport Park owner Tony Quinn told Mike Hosking everythin...
A former advisor to Donald Trump says he's under more pressure than Iran.
The US and Iran will sit down for talks in less than 48 hours in Pakistan, as the ceasefire between the two nations continues to look shaky.
The Strait of Hormuz is reportedly back open, but Iran says any ships that pass through will need to communicate with its army.
Iran's claimed victory, saying its regime will seek compensation for ever...
David Seymour believes financial flexibility is playing a role in the rapid growth of charter schools.
New figures show more than 1,400 students were enrolled in 16 schools as of last month.
The first seven schools established have seen their rolls jump more than 200% from 215 to 650.
The Associate Education Minister told Mike Hosking charter schools demonstrate what's possible within the learning environment.&nbs...
Reviews and reports aren't enough to keep the early childhood sector up to scratch.
The Education Review Office has found almost half of ECE services don't meet the quality threshold, down from 64% a year earlier.
Advocates for Early Learning Excellence Chair Kelly Seaburg told Mike Hosking although the results are better, it also highlights things to work on.
She says there needs to be a stronger systemic appro...
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