Best Canadian Formula 1 Podcasts (2025)

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Barbara Edmonds: Labour Finance Spokesperson on the preview of the 2025 Budget 4:31

19h ago4:31

4:31

The Government books are expected to reach surplus by 2029. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has teased slices of her Budget 2025 cake, revealing $1.3 billion in new operating spending – a cut from the forecast of $2.4 billion. Ministers and agencies have been asked to cut more costs, for diversion into focus areas including health, education, and de…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the major blackout that impacted Spain, Portugal, and parts of France 3:00

19h ago3:00

3:00

Chaos for southwest Europe during a major power blackout. Spain, Portugal, and parts of France went dark yesterday due to an issue with the grid, originating in Spain. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says power has now been restored, and they will take all necessary measures to prevent a repeat. Correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge cash registers…

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Nick Harper: Political Analyst on Mark Carney winning the Canadian Election 3:21

20h ago3:21

3:21

Canadian Liberal Party Leader Mark Carney will have a lot of issues to tackle after winning the country's election last night. The win means he'll continue to lead Canada – the job he took over from Justin Trudeau six weeks ago. It's an upset loss for the Conservative Party, which was leading the polls up until Carney took over. Political Analyst N…

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Jane Searle: Child Matters CEO talks growing number of reports of concern to Oranga Tamariki 2:44

24h ago2:44

2:44

A children's support charity says a mix of heightened awareness and more abuse could be the reason for more reports to Oranga Tamariki. The Ministry for Children estimates its seen a 45 percent increase in reports of concern in the year to April. It comes as Newstalk ZB reveals more than a-thousand children are overdue to be assigned a social worke…

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Ryan Bridge: Budget 2025 will be frugal, but will Budget 2026? 2:32

24h ago2:32

2:32

You can’t say we weren’t warned Nicola Willis would be taking to government spending like a butcher to a fresh carcass. She’s been saying it for months. Yesterday she halved the operating allowance to $1.3 billion. All this because she wants to do what she said she’s do, and that’s balance the books by 2029. The recession’s cut her tax take so you …

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Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2025 34:32

24h ago34:32

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 30 April 2025, numbers revealed this morning show more 1,300 children are waiting to be assigned a social worker by Oranga Tamariki. Child Matters CEO Jane Searle gives her reaction to Ryan Bridge. Labour is already calling the upcoming budget the "slash and burn budget." But Ryan questions Finan…

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Ankit Sharma: Master Builders CEO on the changes to builder certifications and inspections 3:34

2d ago3:34

3:34

A thumbs-up from the building industry over changes to certifications and inspections. The Government will be letting approved builders, plumbers, and drainlayers sign off their own work for simple residential dwellings. 80% of inspections will also need to be completed within three working days. Master Builders CEO Ankit Sharma told Ryan Bridge th…

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Rachel Barker: Plastics New Zealand CEO on the strategies for minimising plastic waste 1:52

2d ago1:52

1:52

A belief there's hope to solving New Zealand's plastic waste problem. Plastics New Zealand has released two reports with strategies for minimising plastic waste in the construction sector and in consumer, medical and seafood packaging. Five thousand tonnes of polystyrene packaging enters the supply chain every year, with 77% going to landfill. Plas…

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Andrew Little: Former Labour Leader on his bid for Wellington Mayor, Tory Whanau bowing out 6:03

2d ago6:03

6:03

Tory Whanau is bowing out of Wellington's mayoral race. The incumbent's confirmed she'll instead stand for the council's Māori ward seat to give former Labour Leader Andrew Little a clear run. She says Little will do a good job, and she hopes people see her withdrawal as a gracious move. Little's been critical of Whanau, calling rate increases unde…

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Ryan Bridge: Flying will always be expensive in regional NZ 2:58

2d ago2:58

2:58

Here we go again with the whinge fest about Air New Zealand's prices. I get it. I try book the same flights as everybody else and when you're trying to fly some obscure route from this province to province its gets expensive. Quickly. But here we are again with politicians telling us fibs - telling us they can wave a magic wand and fix all of our p…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2025 34:35

2d ago34:35

34:35

On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 29 April 2025, Tory Whanau has given up her bid to be re-elected Wellington's Mayor. Ryan Bridge got reaction from the apparent frontrunner in the race, Andrew Little. The construction industry is celebrating the government's to allow reputable builders, plumbers and drainlayers to self-certify the…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on a counterterrorism investigation after a crossbow attack in Leeds, Marks and Spencer's struggling after a cyber-attack, and Liverpool winning the Premier League 3:32

3d ago3:32

3:32

Three people have been taken to hospital after they were found injured in Leeds. Among them is a 38-year-old suspected attacker who is thought to have caused the injuries by using a crossbow. Police are investigating the incident as a counter-terrorism event because they also found a firearm at the scene. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey talks to Mike H…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB sports editor on Auckland FC win, Warriors in Christchurch and Super Rugby - Weekend Wrap 2:57

3d ago2:57

2:57

Auckland FC have officially claimed the Premier's Plate after Melbourne City drew with Adelaide United. The Auckland team beat Perth Glory 1-0 at home yesterday. Newstalk ZB sports editor Elliott Smith joins the show for a weekend sports wrap. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kirsten Corson: Chair of Drive Electric on the Government's latest push to have more public EV chargers missing the point 3:10

3d ago3:10

3:10

The Government's planning to build thousands of EV chargers by 2030. Using a concessionary loan scheme to do it, the Government will use a private-public funding model to build the charging model. Currently New Zealand has about 1400 EV charging stations. Chair of Drive Electric Kirsten Corson tells Ryan Bridge she isn't sure their plan will work. …

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Jo McKenna: Rome Correspondent discusses the upcoming conclave to select new Pope 4:20

3d ago4:20

4:20

Discussions around the next Pope are heating up. Eighty-eight year old Pope Francis has been laid to rest after a funeral in front of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican on Saturday night. One hundred and 35 cardinals will soon be locked in the Sistine Chapel to vote on his successor in secret - the candidates must be aged under 80. Newstalk ZB's Jo…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2025 34:24

3d ago34:24

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Monday 28 April 2025, Rome Correspondent Jo McKenna talks Ryan Bridge through what to expect as the Vatican prepares to elect a new Pope. The government is making moves to try and boost the number of public EV chargers - but Drive Electric's Kirstin Corson explains why she doesn't think the plan is a silve…

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Ryan Bridge: Churches risk coming across hypocritical 2:16

3d ago2:16

2:16

There was a priest on the news last night talking about homeless people the cost of buying a house in New Zealand. This priest, who was all dressed up in his garb, then mentioned the fact there were marina berths down at the waterfront bursting at the seams with super yachts. I thought that was such an odd thing to say. I know the church's role is …

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345. Mornings With Scott – Live! – Logistics Forecasts Economic Reality 25:10

4d ago25:10

25:10

• Maxime Bernier predicts conservative loss • Canada’s decade of economic stagnation will continue and worsen under Carney • National Bank CEO calls for reduced regulation on resource projects • Trucking companies getting “hammered” • Port volumes way down, except in Europe where Chinese goods are being diverted • Apple, Meta fined by EU • Earn Mor…

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Oskar Howell: Tech Commentator on the rising use of generative AI in the workplace 3:41

7d ago3:41

3:41

New Zealand workers seem to be embracing Gen AI in the workplace. New research from Robert Half finds 91% of workers are using AI tools to help with their day to day tasks. 93% of workers say they’re transparent about their use with their managers and employers. Tech Commentator Oskar Howell told Francesca Rudkin it’s becoming a real staple of a lo…

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Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood NZ CEO on the modelling for the FamilyBoost payment being incorrect 5:31

7d ago5:31

5:31

It comes as no surprise to some the Government got the number of families eligible for the full FamilyBoost payment wrong. New data shows 249 families have received the maximum payment of $975 dollars a quarter since the scheme came into effect last year. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says IRD got the modelling wrong, as 21,000 families were thoug…

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Francesca Rudkin: Let China and the US sort it out 2:59

7d ago2:59

2:59

Sometimes being the grown up in the room is deeply unfulfilling, pragmatic, sensible. Considering consequences, taking a long-term view, they're all good, admirable words, and we should take some solace in them. But sometimes I think we'd rather just throw a plate at the wall. And so, it is. Was the government's response yesterday to the Trump tari…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2025 34:35

7d ago34:35

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Thursday 24 April 2025, Early Childhood CEO Kathy Wolfe joins Francesca Rudkin to discuss concern the sector reform could put business over children. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson explains new protections that require banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000. Increasing num…

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Scott Simpson: Minister for Commerce and Consumer Affairs on new protections requiring banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000 4:16

7d ago4:16

4:16

A 24/7 reporting channel is just one of the new anti-scamming measures banks are implementing. The suite of consumer protections will be rolled out this year. Banks will also now reimburse victims up to $500,000 if they fail to adequately warn and protect consumers. Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson tells Francesca Rudkin telco c…

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344. Mornings With Scott – Live! – Tesla’s Fascinating Earnings Call 30:05

6d ago30:05

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• Canadian Conservatives miss the election • Trade war rhetoric cools; Fed rhetoric cools • Stocks up sharply; Bitcoin up sharply • Tesla Q1 earnings call – millions of humanoid robots by 2029 • Ravina Capital on Tariff Turbulence • Shareholder Agreements – Why and What • Sunterra Farms Fraud Allegations • Earn More Profit; Raise Business Capital h…

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Penalty or Politics? Verstappen, Team Radio Drama & Hamilton’s Ferrari Blues | F1TN 35:51

6d ago35:51

35:51

Was Max Verstappen’s penalty in Saudi Arabia truly justified — or is Formula 1 heading down a slippery slope of overregulation? In this episode of F1 True North, Drew, Walker, and Ed dig into the drama from the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, including: 🏁 Max Verstappen’s 5-second penalty – fair racing call or FIA overreach? 🎙️ Team radio manipulati…

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Geoffrey Miller: Geopolitical Analyst on the meeting between Christopher Luxon and Keir Starmer 5:49

8d ago5:49

5:49

Christopher Luxon and Sir Keir Starmer have reaffirmed the close ties between New Zealand and the UK. Luxon says the relationship between the two countries is strong, and he'd like to deepen ties around defence and security. The pair discussed their support for Ukraine, with Starmer announcing a multi-million dollar deal to buy Kiwi-made drones. Ge…

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Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Ltd CEO on the impact of Trump's tariffs on bookings in the US division 4:00

8d ago4:00

4:00

One of the first locally listed companies is seeing the impact of Trump’s tariffs. Tourism Holdings Limited has seen a dramatic slowdown in bookings by its US division and is anticipating a “significantly” lower net profit than previously expected. Its share price fell more than 10% after announcing it was downgrading its earnings outlook. CEO Gran…

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Ro Edge: Save Women's Sport Australasia NZ Spokesperson on NZ First's bill aiming to legally define gender 4:25

8d ago4:25

4:25

New Zealand’s new bill is finding support from a women’s sport advocacy group. The new bill wants to codify sex-based language, defining a woman as an “adult human biological female” and a man as an “adult human biological male”. It comes as Britain’s Highest Court ruled that only biological women —not trans women— meet a definition of a woman unde…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on funeral for Pope Francis confirmed by the Vatican 2:53

8d ago2:53

2:53

Some of the world's most influential people will be making their way to Rome to farewell the late Pope Francis. The Head of the Catholic Church died aged 88 on Easter Monday - following a stroke and heart failure. Pope Francis' funeral will take place outside St Peter's Basilica on Saturday evening - and he'll be laid to rest in Rome's Basilica of …

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Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2025 34:31

8d ago34:31

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 23 April 2025, geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller discusses the overnight meeting between Prime Minister Luxon and his British counterpart Sir Keir Starmer. NZ spokesperson for Save Women's Sport Australasia, Ro Edge explains a new members bill that aims to legally define men and women. And, To…

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Francesca Rudkin: We have control of our notifications 2:45

8d ago2:45

2:45

There has been a clever marketing campaign from 2degrees this week. The telco has released the results of a study it commissioned into the impact mobile phones are having on our mental health. It’s not good. While most telco’s like to concentrate on keeping us connected, 2 Degrees has taken a slightly different approach with this one, acknowledging…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Sports Reporter talks the Warriors, Super Rugby, Formula 1 3:41

9d ago3:41

3:41

The Easter weekend hosted a fair bit of sport, and Elliott Smith joined Francesca Rudkin to delve into the wins, losses, and major players. They discussed the Warriors' win over the Broncos, the Super Rugby results, and the latest out of Formula 1. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ernie Newman: Grocery Policy Expert on Costco's possible expansion to Wellington and Christchurch 5:08

9d ago5:08

5:08

Costco is assessing its options for a potential expansion. The US big box retail chain has seen a sharp rise in membership and revenue since opening in Auckland's Westgate in September 2022. It launched home delivery to members and non-members across Auckland last week, and is working on expanding to new regions. Grocery Policy Expert Ernie Newman …

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Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2025 34:40

9d ago34:40

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast Tuesday 22nd of April 2025, Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna has the latest on the death of Pope Francis. Costco is looking to expand to outside of Auckland, Grocery Policy expert Ernie Newman tells Francesca Rudkin what this could mean for the grocery sector. Elliot Smith has the latest on weekend sport. Plus, …

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Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the death of Pope Francis 4:57

9d ago4:57

4:57

Heavily choreographed proceedings are now in motion, following the death of the Pope. The leader of the Catholic Church has died overnight at the age of 88 following a battle with double pneumonia. Later this week, the Pope will lie in state in St Peters Basilica for several days for the public to pay their respects. Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna …

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Francesca Rudkin: Let's respect our teachers 3:07

9d ago3:07

3:07

According to an article in the NZ Herald this morning, fewer people want to be teachers. Teacher education is still a popular field of study, but both Canterbury and Otago Universities have seen a decline in teaching student enrolments over the past four years. Provisional data shows Canterbury has 964 students enrolled in a course in 2025, down fr…

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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the number of schools over capacity 2:38

14d ago2:38

2:38

The education sector's hopeful further investment into school classrooms is on the way. New data shows 368 state schools had more students enrolled than their official classroom capacity last year – almost 1500 are at capacity. Education Minister Erica Stanford announced $100 million for school property, with new schools and classrooms in Auckland.…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the new inflation data 2:57

14d ago2:57

2:57

Our economy could take a knock, with volatility in the global trade environment. Infometrics has revised its GDP forecast for next year from 2.6% to 1.0% per annum, in anticipation of reduced exports stemming from Donald Trump's tariff policy. The annual inflation rate is expected to have risen from 2.2% to about 2.4%. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuff…

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343. Mornings With Scott – Live! – Chamath’s Magnitude of Success Formula 29:37

13d ago29:37

29:37

343. Mornings With Scott – Live! – Chamath’s Magnitude of Success Formula • Nvidia takes hit on H20 export restrictions, at least for today • Canadian Leadership debate delayed for hockey game • Carney will not build pipelines for Canada (even though he builds pipelines) • Carney platform largely based on Brookfield Asset Management portfolio • Can…

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Ryan Bridge: The doctors strike doesn't add up 2:44

14d ago2:44

2:44

Have you been keeping up with this senior doctor's strike? There's a couple of things that don't add up. Yesterday we spoke about the average salary for these unionised senior doctors. Simeon Brown says it's a total package worth $343,500. The union hit back - they said the number was made up. Which it's not. It's the total package including supera…

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Rob Campbell: Former Health New Zealand Chair on new health infrastructure plan 4:19

14d ago4:19

4:19

A former New Zealand health boss says the Government's new list of health infrastructure priorities adds nothing new. The plan to pump $20 million into infrastructure includes general maintenance and specific projects across the country. Former Health New Zealand Chair Rob Campbell says there's no meaningful detail in the plan. He says the Ministry…

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Oscar Piastri dominates Bahrain, but is Red Bull in real trouble? 26:49

13d ago26:49

26:49

In this episode of F1 True North, Walker, and Tomas break down all the major storylines from the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix — from Piastri’s flawless performance to Red Bull’s rough weekend. We also dive into: 🔥 Piastri’s coming-of-age moment: Is he McLaren’s title hope? 🟥 Verstappen finishes P6 — is his Red Bull future in question? 🛑 Late safety car …

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Manish Thakkar: Dairy and Business Owners Group Chairperson says they're seeing less violent crime 2:11

15d ago2:11

2:11

Dairy owners say they're seeing the Government's tough on crime approach make practical impacts. The Government's claiming it's already exceeded its goal of 20 thousand fewer victims of violent crime, well before its 2029 deadline. It admits the data is volatile and subject to change. Dairy and Business Owners Group Chairperson Manish Thakkar told …

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John Murphy: Vegetables NZ Chair says fresh produce prices could well begin to rise 3:27

15d ago3:27

3:27

Prepare for more price rises. Data due out tomorrow is expected to show the inflation rate has risen again, from 2.2% to about 2.4%. One contributing factor is food price inflation, which is now back up at 3.5%. Vegetables New Zealand Chair John Murphy told Ryan Bridge that while fresh produce prices have fallen in the past 12 months, that trend is…

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Sherelle Kennelly: Chief Executive of the Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders Federation on new remote controlled vessels to help combat drug smuggling around our coastline 2:26

15d ago2:26

2:26

Customs now has two remote controlled vessels to help combat drug smuggling around our coastline. Tahi and Rua were launched yesterday and can be at sea for up to 100 days using renewable energy. A recent Government report shows Customs seized 55 kilograms worth of methamphetamine in 2015 - now 90 kilos gets stopped every week. Customs Brokers and …

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Full Show Podcast: 16 April 2025 34:03

15d ago34:03

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday 16th of April 2025, The Government's patting itself on the back for hitting its violent crime reduction target four years early, Dairy and Business Owners Group Chairperson Manish Thakkar shares his thoughts on the numbers. Food prices have increased 3.5% on last year, Chair of Veget…

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Ryan Bridge: What's the problem with the label 'pregnant women'? 1:56

15d ago1:56

1:56

So we have senior doctors going on strike. We're in the midst of a global trade war - not that we're allowed to call it that anymore, Winston. We have inflation potentially picking up again. We have a lot going on in this country, not to mention around the world. And yet there I was, sitting down to watch the news last night, and the second lead st…

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Mace Ward: Auckland Council Group Recovery Manager on the purchase of flood-affected homes 3:04

16d ago3:04

3:04

Auckland Council's set to put $352 million into purchasing homes in high-risk flood zones. More than 1200 properties will be bought by the end of the year, and a large amount of the land will be retained for flood resilience. Auckland Council Group Recovery Manager Mace Ward told Ryan Bridge it's a significant investment in future resilience for Au…

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Kyle Brewerton: Auckland Primary Principles' Association on the proposed new sex education curriculum 2:36

16d ago2:36

2:36

There's uncertainty over whether a newly proposed sex education curriculum has assigned topics across the appropriate age and stage. The Government's new curriculum will see children learning about puberty in Year 5 and menstruation in Year 6. High school students will also learn about sexual violence and STIs. Auckland Primary Principals' Associat…

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Ryan Bridge: Luxon needs a game plan to deal with Winston 2:25

16d ago2:25

2:25

Luxon’s stuck. Poor old Luxon, he's stuck between a rock and a hard place really, isn’t he? And it's only going to get worse as we head into next year. Just when he's done dealing with David Seymour on the Treaty Principles Bill - he never wanted to go with but agreed to get into government. That was shut down on Thursday and now the fire kicks off…

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