The Mike Hosking Breakfast
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Rishi Sunak is struggling to recover after his blunder during the D-Day commemorations.
The Prime Minister left the commemorations early, deciding to return home to continue his election campaign instead of joining other world leaders to pay their respects.
He’s apologised for the decision, saying that “on reflection, that was a mistake and I apologise.”
UK Correspondent Rod Liddle...
Sole trader confidence in the government's slipped after the announcement of the fortnightly $20 tax credit.
Accountancy service Hnry's most recent report reveals 44% think they'll be worse off with the government's promises.
They've come up with six policies they would support instead, such as lower tax rates for high demand professions.
CEO James Fuller says sole traders aren't l...
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 11th of June, we looked at the Chinese Premier’s upcoming visit to our shores and discussed this and more with the Prime Minister.
Mike looked at the MPs who are taking the accommodation supplement in Wellington, and whether this passes the pub test or not.
Once again we ask the question: who is paying for the Waitangi Tribunal?
How much of it is what you would loosely call value for money?
There is a new urgent hearing this week. It is to do with the new Government's promise to have non-Māori Government departments use English for their name. Think the NZTA and the Ministry of Education.
The argument brought forward by a Tauranga iwi...
An Auckland community patrol is seeking more funding amidst ongoing crime and demand.
Epsom Community Patrol is putting out the plea, along with asking more locals to volunteer for patrols seven days a week.
Patrol Leader Rod Gabb says central Epsom is particularly rife with crime, which can't be reduced without a collective effort.
He told Mike Hosking that a report from the On...
School attendance is consistently falling short of Ministry of Education benchmarks.
Attendance hasn't surpassed 85% since May 15th, meanwhile Friday attendance hasn't exceeded 83% all year.
Only 15% of students last year reached the benchmark of being in class more than 90% of the time.
Canterbury's Darfield High School Principal Andy...
The far right has more seats in European Parliament, but the centre remains in control.
French President Emmanuel Macron has dissolved parliament and called a snap election after a defeat to Marine Le Pen's National Rally in the EU elections.
Far right gains were also seen in Italy and Germany.
France correspondent Catherine Field told Mike Hosking that all eyes are on France, a...
Another of America’s most prolific comedians, Chelsea Handler has had quite the extensive career.
She not only hosted her own late-night comedy show on E!, she’s also had a couple of Netflix shows, performed countless standup shows, hosted her own podcast, and written a number of books.
She’s bringing her comedy tour ‘Little Big B****’ to New Zealand shores for a couple ...
The New Zealand China Council says the trade relationship between the two countries still has huge potential.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang will arrive to meet the Prime Minister in Wellington this week.
Two-way trade between the countries was worth nearly $38 billion last year.
Executive Director Alistair Crozier told Mike Hosking that trading opportunities will continue to grow.
The Prime Minister says he wants to ensure there's trust and confidence in public institutions.
Christopher Luxon's announced the Public Service Commission will investigate allegations of data misuse by Te Pāti Māori at Manurewa Marae.
The Privacy Commissioner, Electoral Commission, Police, and Stats NZ are already investigating.
Luxon told Mike Hosking that it's about having an a...
Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews has been awarded the highest honour – the Companion of the Order of Australia this Australian King’s Birthday.
Andrews has been recognised for his service to the people and Parliament of Victoria, public health, policy and regulatory reform, and infrastructure development.
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The Warriors may play their 2025 NRL season-opener at Las Vegas, as the NRL courts US sports fans.
The Manly Sea Eagles, South Sydney Rabbitohs, Sydney Roosters and Brisbane Broncos - opened the current season at Las Vegas’ Allegiant Stadium, in March, the first of a five-year commitment.
Warrior CEO C...
Act party leader David Seymour believes that Act can get at least 15 percent of the vote in the next general election.
Seymour set the target while speaking at their annual rally in Auckland.
David Seymour told Mike Hosking “You’ve got to find a balance of being a constructive partner – but also show y...
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 10th of June, it was signalled but the Government is finally reserving the ban on oil and gas exploration. Resource Minister Shane Jones is on the show.
In a move that came out of left-field, Emmanuel Macron called a snap election of the national assembly after unfavourable EU election ...
Shall we open the week with a prediction?
This is the week the Government will call an inquiry into the accusations around the Māori Party, the marae and the use of Covid and census information.
The trouble is if the Government doesn’t call an inquiry, too many questions start to get asked around trans...
French President Emmanuel Macron has called a snap election after his party suffered a heavy defeat in elections for the European Parliament.
Exit polls put Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party well ahead of Macron’s pro-European centrists.
France Correspondent Catherine Field told Mike Hoski...
The government decided to cut back on emergency housing motels in Rotorua.
While contracts for seven motels are being extended until the end of next year - there's hope three could be dropped before then, as residents are prioritised for new Kāinga Ora homes.
Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell told Mike Hoski...
A report from Auckland Council’s boarding house inspectors shows out of 44 properties suspected to be breaking the law, 40 were “operating unauthorised transient accommodation or boarding houses”.
Many had issues with fire safety, gang-affiliated guests and owners questioning council authority.
Profess...
Key Israeli Cabinet member Benny Gantz has announced he's withdrawing from Benjamin Netanyahu's emergency government.
Gantz has said he will also withdraw from the National Unity party he chairs.
US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking “He was demanding some plan on ending the war.”
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The government will look at ways to set up long-term security for investors, when it reverses an oil and gas ban.
Critics say this will be detrimental to the environment.
Resources Minister Shane Jones told Mike Hosking “No one is going to make a long-term capital commitment to New Zealand in the face ...
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