The Weekend Collective
The Weekend Collective on Newstalk ZB is an intelligent and fun take on the life you live and what you love. From Barrister to singer to recording artist and concert producer, including performing the national anthem for the All Blacks, you name it, Tim Beveridge has done it. Joined by a range of special expert guests throughout the afternoon, The Weekend Collective will cover off the issues of the week, politics, parenting, finance, wellness and property.
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The Greens have expressed hope for a more sustainable future in their State of the Planet speech, delivered in Central Auckland.
Co-leader Mārama Davidson says she hopes voters understand the Party stands for supporting the wellbeing of the country and the environment.
Davidson says the Greens aim to reach out to people who are feeling 'disempowered' under new legislation.
"To say to the people who have seen the anti-smoking leg...
Some of the biggest names in New Zealand music are teaming up in an attempt stop new mining plans.
Anti-mining group Ours Not Mines, have launched the Musicians Against Mines campaign to raise funds for their court battle against the OceanaGold mine, set for DOC land near Whangamata.
25 musicians have donated handwritten lyrics and art, which are available for auction on TradeMe.
Co-founder Morgan Donoghue says the potential eco...
This week on Politics Central, Mārama Davidson recently delivered her State of the Planet speech about how the Green Party want to challenge the Government to prioritise people and the planet over profit. Plus, Mārama discusses the standards MPs need to follow after the Julie Anne Genter saga.
Later, big names in New Zealand music are supporting a campaign against OceanaGold’s proposed gold and silver mine underneath conservation ...
It was Pink Shirt Day on the 17th of May and Dave Atkinson from the Parenting Place joins the Weekend Collective to chat about why people turn to bullying - and how we can prevent it.
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Is it now or never for first-time buyers, or are you waiting for the market to change?
Helen O'Sullivan from Valocity Global joins the Weekend Collective to share her thoughts on where the market is going and what trends she's seeing in consumer habits.
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Today on the Panel Tim Beveridge was joined by Shane Te Pou and Matt Heath to wrap this week’s most interesting stories.
On the agenda today was the newly revealed portrait of King Charles, the first since his coronation. Fonterra is looking to sell off well-known consumer brands and focus on ingredients, and a woman was arrested for shoplifting 12 boxes of Scorched Almonds. What would you shoplift?
As money has moved into the digital space, physical cash has become less prevalent.
Only 57.2 percent of kiwis used cash for everyday purposes in 2023, down from 95.8 percent in 2019. Those using cash tend to be among more vulnerable groups, including the young, elderly and disabled, and are more likely to live rurally.
Hannah McQueen joins Tim Beveridge to discuss whether all kiwis would save m...
Bowel cancer rates are rising among New Zealanders under 50 years old, driving calls for an even lower screening age.
Dr John Cameron joins Tim Beveridge to discuss who should screen for what and when.
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Ahead of the 2024 Budget, Defence Minister Judith Collins has confirmed the NZDF will receive a $571 million budget increase.
$163 million will boost personnel pay - and the money will also be used to upgrade the military's NH90 helicopter fleet, replace dated military vehicles and improve maritime detection systems.
Former Defence Minister Dr Wayne Mapp says this move was a long time coming.
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Auckland residents say they're feeling blindsided by new 24/7 parking charges.
Cost challenges and better use of road space are some of Auckland Transport's reasons for this change.
Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck believes this is gong to disadvantage Auckland's economy.
She says night time life is a third of the city's spend, so parking needs to be accessible and affordable.
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Big changes are coming for Auckland CBD, as it was announced today residents and visitors will be stung with new 24/7-hour parking charges. Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck joined the Weekend Collective to discuss these changes.
Later, former Defence Minister Dr Wayne Mapp explains why the $571 million budget increase for the NZDF is long overdue.
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Is the new school lunch programme a sign that parenting has changed? Expert Dougal Sutherland joins the Weekend Collective to share his insight.
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What’s the best way to sell your property in a soft market – auction/tender/offer and negotiation – or does it depend on the property? Mark Harris from Sotheby's Real Estate joined the Weekend Collective to discuss.
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This week on the Panel Tim Beveridge was joined by Pete Wolfkamp and Jo McCarroll to discuss this week’s stories.
School lunches are continuing, this time without “woke” sushi. Lord of the Rings is about to get another instalment, and zoogoers were outraged to find the “panda” exhibit filled with black and white dyed dogs. Plus, there's been another political poll released.
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When do you start writing your will, and should your kids help you with writing it?
Plus, is downsizing the best way to free up some cash? Well renowned financial author Martin Hawes joins us with his thoughts.
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Something is going wrong for young people between the ages of 15 and 24 in the UK, across Europe, the US and Australia, as Oxford Universities World Happiness Report sounds alarm about the welfare of young people.
The report shows that young adults are being hit from all sides by a toxic combination of government policy, a housing affordability crisis, stagnating wages, and a high cost of living. Plus, social ...
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown and Simeon Brown unveiled their new water plan for the city, which will see an increase of rates by 7.2 percent, rather than the 25.8 percent proposed by Watercare. Simeon Brown joins the Weekend Collective to explain further.
Later, Julie Anne Genter has been accused of 'intimidating' behaviour after a disagreement saw the Green MP leave her seat to confront a Government minister during a transport deba...
The standard of Parliament has been called into question as Green MP Julie Anne Genter undergoes disciplinary action.
Ms Genter confronted Minister Matt Doocey on Wednesday.
She has until midday Monday to make any representations to the Speaker, before he decides if she will be referred to the Privileges Committee.
Former speaker of the house Sir Lockwood Smith says Parliament standards have slipped.
"Members of Parliament are ...
A deal between Auckland Council and the Government has helped Aucklanders avoid the projected 25.8 percent increase in water rates.
Auckland Council will retain local control of water assets, as part of the Local Water Well Done plan.
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown says councils will have more control over their water assets under their scheme.
Local councils will be asked to put forward their water service delivery plan...
A review by the Education Hub found just 60 percent of the country's 15-year-olds were achieving above the most basic levels of reading and writing.
This means 40 percent of 15-year-olds struggle with reading and writing, so what role do parents need to play in encouraging their kids to read? Expert Nathan Wallis joins the Weekend Collective with his advice.
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