Best Estate Planning For Pets Podcasts (2025)

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent gives an update on the Liverpool car ramming 5:59

18h ago5:59

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There are still many questions regarding the man who drove his car into a crowd in Liverpool. Fans of Liverpool Football Club had flooded the city's streets to celebrate its Premier League title win. Nearly 80 people were injured, and a 53-year-old local was arrested for attempted murder. UK Correspondent Rod Liddle told Mike Hosking one theory is …

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Mike's Minute: Here's my advice for Hipkins and Labour 2:08

20h ago2:08

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I am here to help the ol' Chipster. The Chipster, aka Chris Hipkins, was in the building this week. I said hello to him. He asked me when I was dropping the blacklist I have on him appearing on this show. I said he had appeared once already this year and that was plenty. We both laughed. What I like about him is that he doesn’t seem to take any of …

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Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2025 1:29:45

21h ago1:29:45

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29th of May, the Reserve Bank made the decision to cut the OCR by 25 basis points, but did we get any sort of clear direction for the future? Acting Governor Christian Hawkesby is on the show. The Prime Minister has recovered from his illness and is on the program to give his reaction to …

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Tami Neilson: NZ Country musician on her Neon Cowgirl NZ tour, new album, NZ Music Award nominations 12:21

21h ago12:21

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One of the most significant country music figures to emerge from New Zealand, Tami Neilson continues to grow on the world stage. Later this year she’ll be touring around the US with Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan, as well as a string of European dates – but unlike some other stars, she’s not leaving New Zealand out. Neilson is returning to our stages …

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Sandra Grey: Tertiary Education Union's national secretary on the number of international students enrolled in polytechs 2:58

21h ago2:58

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The effects of centralising New Zealand's polytechs continue to be felt. New data shows there were about 75 thousand international students in the country last year, down from 125 thousand in 2016. Tertiary's seen the biggest drop, halving in that timeframe. Tertiary Education Union's national secretary Sandra Grey told Mike Hosking polytechs had m…

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Christian Hawkesby: Acting Reserve Bank Governor on the OCR cut, future developments 6:28

22h ago6:28

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Don't bank on further cuts to the Official Cash Rate. The Reserve Bank's dropped the OCR 25 basis points to 3.25%, and is now forecasting it could reach a low of 2.9% by the end of the year. But Governor Christian Hawkesby says further cuts aren't guaranteed. He told Mike Hosking they're taking things one step at a time, as they wait to see how glo…

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Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist on a new fast track plan to introduce competition to the supermarket sector 3:58

22h ago3:58

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A new plan is being touted as a way to fast track shaking up the grocery sector. The New Zealand Initiative is proposing allowing new entrants to enter the market, rather than forcing any break-up of the existing supermarket companies. It outlines the need for fast track plans for rezoning, consenting, overseas investment clearance, and a more neut…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the OCR cut, superannuation, public service leaks 10:02

22h ago10:02

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Christopher Luxon remains hopeful the latest cut in the OCR isn't the last. The Reserve Bank's dropped the Official Cash Rate 25 basis points to 3.25%, and is now forecasting it will reach a low of 2.9 percent in December. But the Monetary Policy Committee wasn't able to reach a unanimous decision to cut the cash rate. The Prime Minister told Mike …

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Mike's Minute: Christian Hawkesby's difficult job today 1:56

2d ago1:56

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To give you an insight into just how hard Christian Hawkesby's job is today, have a look at what the shadow board says. The NZIER has a monetary policy shadow board. It’s a bunch of economists and their view as to what should be happening. Some say drop by 25 basis points, one says 50, and some say don’t do anything. How do you deal with that? Thes…

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John Roberts: Director of Muttley's Estate on the first shelf stable pet friendly wine 3:37

2d ago3:37

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A new horticultural initiative is set to transform New Zealand into a commercial catnip producer. Kiwi startup, Muttley's Estate, is believed to be the world’s first manufacturer of catnip-based 'pet wine', that can be stored for up to 12 months. The garden herb's estimated to positively impact mood in about two-thirds of cats while helping to soot…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk retail crime, police, and private hospitals 11:35

2d ago11:35

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Today on Politics Wednesday, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking to discuss the biggest topics of the week so far. They discussed the shoplifting directive issued to Police – will officers still be attending retail crime incidents if the value of the theft is less than $500? And why is Labour against the use of private hospitals to…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2025 1:30:08

2d ago1:30:08

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 28th of May, what will Christian Hawkesby and the Reserve Bank do today? We look ahead to this afternoon's announcement and, perhaps more importantly, the forecasts for the rest of the year. Do we need to do something about this 'Run It Straight' game now that someone has died? Or is tha…

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Todd McClay: Trade Minister on export momentum, new trade deals 5:51

2d ago5:51

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The Trade Minister says New Zealand's hustling on the world stage, looking for every opportunity. KPMG's latest Agribusiness Agenda suggests New Zealand can't rely on our usual global customers and needs to look for new markets. Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says this is a priority, with free trade negotiations in full force with India…

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Chris Penk: Building and Construction Minister on the new independent Building Consent Approvals authority 3:47

2d ago3:47

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There's changes happening in the construction sector. Construction Minister Chris Penk is launching the country's first fully independent residential building consent authority - with approval subject to certain conditions being met. The privately-owned company, supported by the government, promises to issue building consents within 10 working days…

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Roger Gray: Port of Auckland CEO on the increase in access charges for truck drivers 4:36

2d ago4:36

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Access to the Port of Auckland is going to get more expensive for truck drivers. Peak access charges for trucks entering the Fergusson Container Terminal will increase from $130 to $180 in January. It will be followed by a further increase to $230, six months later. Port of Auckland CEO Roger Gray told Mike Hosking they've given transport operators…

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Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist ahead of today's OCR announcement 3:48

2d ago3:48

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BNZ's the latest bank to drop its home loan rates, anticipating a change to the Official Cash Rate this afternoon. The Reserve Bank's expected to cut the OCR 25 basis point to 3.25%. Already BNZ's cut its fixed rates to as low as 4.89%, and its standard variable rate to 6.44%. BNZ chief economist Mike Jones told Mike Hosking today's decision should…

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Richie Barnett: Former Kiwis Captain on the teen who died playing a Run it Straight game 3:21

2d ago3:21

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There's a belief official 'Run it Straight' events are trying to mitigate head injuries, but has risk written all over it. Ryan Satterthwaite —a 19-year-old— has died after suffering a serious injury during a private version of the aggressive tackling game in Palmerston North on Sunday. A championship league final has been blocked from Auckland's T…

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the car ploughing into crowds at the Liverpool FC victory parade 7:35

3d ago7:35

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A day of celebrations has turned violent in the UK after a car collided with pedestrians at Liverpool Football Club's victory parade. Authorities say a 53-year-old white British man has been arrested and the area has been evacuated. 47 people were injured – 27 were taken to hospital, two with serious injuries, and 20 treated on scene. UK Correspond…

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Mike's Minute: The pressure is on Christian Hawkesby 1:54

3d ago1:54

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The pressure is on the new Reserve Bank fill-in Governor tomorrow. Although given it’s a committee, in theory he is more of a messenger. It's reported that we have increased calls for a 50 basis point cut. Why? Because things aren't flash. If you read business results in the current reporting season, a lot of commentary tells us the recovery is und…

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Libby Weaver: Biochemist, Author, and Speaker on her new book 'Fix Iron First' 12:05

3d ago12:05

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A common deficiency could be holding you back. Iron is the most common nutritional deficiency, both globally and in New Zealand, and it plays a role in everything from energy to brain function and development, thyroid function, and anxiety prevention. Dr Libby Weaver is biochemist, nutritionist, and author, and her latest book ‘Fix Iron First’ delv…

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Todd Hunter: Turners Automotive CEO on the company's record return 4:14

3d ago4:14

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Despite the challenging economic conditions, Turners Automotive is standing strong. The company announced a record year to March, returning a profit of $38.6 million – a 17% increase. The result capped off what the company said was a decade of sustainable growth. CEO Todd Hunter told Mike Hosking the secret to sustainable growth is to provide a gre…

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Full Show Podcast: 27 May 2025 1:29:52

3d ago1:29:52

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 27th of May, are police deliberately not investigating retail crimes if the value is under $500? We have a big recycling problem in this country, but we also have some good old Kiwi ingenuity when it comes to old and bruised kiwifruit. Health whiz Dr Libby Weaver is back in studio to talk …

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Sue Coutts: Zero Waste Network NZ Director of External Affairs on coloured plastic waste 3:36

3d ago3:36

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A year’s worth of plastic waste, once collected for recycling, may now end up in the landfill. The market for coloured plastics dried up with the closure of Chinese recycling plants, and as a result, the Far North District Council is set to send 190 tonnes of plastic to the landfill. Sue Coutts, Director of External Affairs for Zero Waste Network N…

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Shelley Houston: KiwiLeather Innovations Founder on turning kiwifruit waste into a leather alternative 3:36

3d ago3:36

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Kiwi ingenuity has found a new use for the 50,000 tonnes of kiwifruit that is rejected each year. KiwiLeather Innovations is taking the byproduct and turning it into a plant-based leather alternative. Founder Shelley Houston told Mike Hosking it takes about 500 grams to make a square meter of the alternative leather. She says they’re targeting the …

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Nick Smith: Nelson Mayor on the upgrade to the city's hospital 2:23

3d ago2:23

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Nelson's Mayor says upgrading the city's hospital will be a turning point for its health services. Completion of a 128-bed inpatient building has been brought forward two years to 2029. Nick Smith told Mike Hosking the city’s health services have been under real pressure, with the old buildings dating back to 1955 and 1970. He says it's encouraging…

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Edward Rennell: Greyhound Racing NZ CEO on the judicial review into the ban 3:04

3d ago3:04

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The Government's being accused of rushing a greyhound racing ban, affecting hundreds of jobs. Racing Minister Winston Peters gave the industry 20 months to wind down from November. Greyhound Racing NZ is applying for a judicial review, saying the Government failed to inform, prepare, and consult on the ban. CEO Edward Rennell says many only found o…

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Sunny Kaushal: Retail Crime Advisory Group Chair on the new Police directive for shoplifting 3:01

3d ago3:01

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Retailers are seeking clarity on a Police directive on shoplifting. RNZ reports police staff have been told to not investigate allegations of theft below $500. Police may not take further action if the reports don't have enough evidence, such as CCTV. Chair of the Ministry of Justice's Retail Crime Advisory Group Sunny Kaushal told Mike Hosking ret…

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Mike's Minute: Luxon might be fighting the wrong battle with super 2:25

4d ago2:25

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It is suggested Peter Dutton in Australia lost the election because of his nuclear issue and work from home policies. I personally think he lost because they ran a hopeless campaign. But it is more than possible that he floated a couple of ideas that the voter simply could not stomach. I am wondering if Chris Luxon is heading in a similar direction…

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Steve Price: Australian Correspondent on National-Liberal coalition makeup, young people fighting in a mall with machetes, the flooding in NSW and Formula 1 7:24

4d ago7:24

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Australia's National-Liberal coalition has made up after a three day split. New Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley is expected to announce her shadow cabinet this week. Australian Correspondent Steve Price says it will be a battle between the Conservatives who were closely aligned to former leader Peter Dutton, and the moderates who are aligned to Sus…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 May 2025 1:29:43

4d ago1:29:43

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Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 26 May. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on raising the retirement age, outsourcing surgeries, the Northern Motorway speed limit and more 7:24

4d ago7:24

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis talks to Mike Hosking about the week's big issues after the budget announcement last week. Health New Zealand's aiming to perform more than 30-thousand elective surgeries by June 2026 by outsourcing more straightforward cases to private hospitals. Willis says getting doctors and specialists on longer term contracts wi…

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David Nash: Bluff Distillery co-founder on the New Zealand gin taking home several international awards 3:22

4d ago3:22

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Alcohol out of New Zealand's showing strong results around the world. Bluff Distillery's London Dry Gin had a very good day out at the Gin Guide Awards in London, winning five awards, including Best Contemporary gin over 42 percent. They also took out Best Australasian gin and best branding. Bluff Distillery co-founder David Nash talks to Mike Hosk…

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Robin Whyman: New Zealand Dental Association Spokesperson on the growing child dental waitlist 3:32

4d ago3:32

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More than half of the children on the waiting list for dental surgery have been waiting more than four months. Data from Health New Zealand shows that as of March, there were 5564 young people aged 14 and under on the waitlist, with 2942 waiting more than 120 days. The overall waitlist has grown by about 1500 children in two years. New Zealand Dent…

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Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on sanctions for beneficiaries 3:06

4d ago3:06

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More benefit sanctions are coming in today for beneficiaries not meeting their requirements. People on a main benefit like Jobseeker Support could be hit with money management and community work sanctions if they fail to meet one of their obligations, which involve preparing or looking for work. One sanction means half of a person's benefit would b…

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Scott Caldwell: Greater Auckland writer on the city's density rules 3:12

4d ago3:12

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Changes are coming to Auckland City's density rules. It means height limits for buildings have been increased, and more buildings are expected. Greater Auckland writer Scott Caldwell talks to Mike Hosking about what it means for the city. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Russia's latest raid on Ukraine and the people caught after escaping a New Orleans prison 3:11

4d ago3:11

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Russia unleashed a massive drone and missile attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv on Sunday, killing 12 people. Ukrainian officials say it's the largest aerial assault since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. It came hours after the two countries swapped hundreds of prisoners in the third and final part of a major exchange. …

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Andrew Kelleher: JMI Wealth Director on New Zealand's economic signals 5:56

4d ago5:56

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New Zealand's economic recovery is now forecast to be slower than the half year update. Unemployment is slated to peak at 5.4 percent in the June quarter. Job ads in April increased for the second consecutive month, this time by 1.1 percent. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ryan Bridge: We need more of a heads up on Kiwisaver 2:06

4d ago2:06

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KiwiSaver. I was thinking about this at the weekend. I get why the government is doing the old switcharoo. I get it. Means test the government sweet we, halve it for everyone else… save some money. Then we workers… and our employers… will slowly put more into the scheme… So that when it all comes out in the wash, we’re at least no worse off than be…

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Mike Hosking: Is the butter debate really supermarkets ripping us off? 2:09

5d ago2:09

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I hope you are following the butter debate, specifically the Costco part of it. Why? Because it's an insight into how the world works, especially the economic world, and why Nicola Willis and her crusade to convince us supermarkets are ripping us off might be wrong. Willis sighted Costco the other day when she once again reminded us she is back to …

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Mike's Minute: This was a classic centre-right budget 2:07

7d ago2:07

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It's likely, and indeed forecasted, that if this Government is re-elected next year it will end its second term in 2029 having never run a surplus. Now, that either means they spent too much, or they inherited a gargantuan mess. The latter we know to be a fact. But the former is a bit debatable. Depending on how you measure things, the forecast sur…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 May 2025 1:29:58

7d ago1:29:58

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday the 23rd of May, it's all things Budget on the show this morning - KiwiSaver changes, how the Government is making the "savings" gas exploration and Nicola Willis to explain it all. A home playoff game for Auckland FC this weekend as they look to make their way into the final. Kate Hawkesby…

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Mark the Week: The Greens shouldn't be let near a calculator 2:42

7d ago2:42

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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. The Budget: 7/10 In totality she did quite a lot with next to nothing and the intent and messaging, I hope, gave hope. Because boy do we need hope. Oh, and also a surplus. The Green's budget: 1/10 They shouldn’t even be allowed ne…

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Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on second leg of A-League Semi Final 2:54

7d ago2:54

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Auckland FC have the second leg of their A-League semi-final clash against Melbourne Victory tomorrow night. It’s the home leg for AFC – with Go Media Mount Smart Stadium expected to be a sellout with 28-thousand fans. The club’s CEO Nick Becker told Mike Hosking the team aren’t getting ahead of themselves – and are solely focused on this game. He …

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on $200 million contingency fund for new gas fields 2:24

7d ago2:24

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An oil and gas lobby group is celebrating the Government's 200 million dollars for gas fields. Resource Minister Shane Jones announced the money would be used to co-invest with developers to start new fields. Energy Resource Aotearoa Chief Executive John Caregie told Mike Hosking it's a positive signal to the sector. He says it will tilt the econom…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Budget 2025, return to surplus, and New Zealand's growing debt problem 10:13

7d ago10:13

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The Finance Minister is defending her budget and growth agenda, despite a surplus being some years away. The Government's books aren't set to return to surplus until 2029. Nicola Willis says that surplus is coming despite disruption on the world stage. She told Mike Hosking alongside spending cuts they're also investing to encourage businesses to g…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the private jet crash near San Diego 5:13

7d ago5:13

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Two people are dead and eight injured after a plane crashed in San Diego overnight. The small business jet crashed into the Murphy Canyon neighbourhood, spilling jet fuel across the road and engulfing multiple homes in flames. Police evacuated around 100 residents. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking authorities are doing more searche…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist talks Budget 2025 and whether the government can get back to surplus 3:21

7d ago3:21

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A view suggests says yesterday's Budget is highlighting New Zealand's fiscal realities. It found more than 21-billion dollars in savings - including nearly 13-billion from its pay equity changes. Despite the many cuts - the Government isn't forecasting New Zealand to return to a surplus until 2029. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mi…

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Mike's Minute: What I hope from the Budget 1:42

8d ago1:42

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What I hope for today is a sign and a sense that what we are facing economically as a country is real, and it's real bad, and the Government see it, accept it, and chart a path forward that gives us some sort of hope. The damage done by Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, Chris Hipkins, and Adrian Orr is now years long. You can't invent money in that …

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Barnaby Weir: Fly My Pretties leader and co-founder on the band's return, 7th album 12:46

8d ago12:46

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One of New Zealand’s most influential music groups is back after five years out of the game. Fly My Pretties was first formed in 2004, and brought together musicians from a lot of well-known Kiwi bands to record live albums. The cast includes musicians from the Black Seeds, Fat Freddy’s Drop, The Phoenix Foundation, and The Phoenix Foundation, amon…

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Tom Walters: Matakana Oysters co-owner on the lack of accountability from Watercare, Auckland Council for norovirus contaminated waters 3:22

8d ago3:22

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North Auckland oyster farmers have been hit with a wave of uncertainty. Norovirus has been found in the Mahurangi River where the shellfish are grown, resulting in contaminated product and closures until further notice. They're blaming Watercare and Auckland Council, claiming they let sewage flows get out of control before infrastructure could catc…

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