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Devpolicy Talks

Development Policy Centre, ANU

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Devpolicy Talks brings you interviews, event recordings and in-depth documentary features relating to the topics we research at the Development Policy Centre. The Centre, part of the Australian National University’s Crawford School of Public Policy, works on Australian aid, development in Papua New Guinea and the Pacific, and regional and global development issues. It is host to the Devpolicy Blog (devpolicy.org) and a range of public events including the annual PNG Update, the Pacific Updat ...
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Welcome to the LSE Middle East Centre's podcast feed. The MEC builds on LSE's long engagement with the Middle East and North Africa and provides a central hub for the wide range of research on the region carried out at LSE. Follow us and keep up to date with our latest event podcasts and interviews!
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Australian Defence Magazine (ADM) is dedicated to reporting the business of defence capability planning and procurement as well as reporting the development of infrastructure to support the ADF. ADM's main objective is to provide an essential communications bridge between defence industry and its single source customer, the Department of Defence. ADM also reports on the budgetary process, the policy development, the capability planning process and the procurement decisions which together pro ...
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Perspectives | Perth USAsia Centre Podcast

Foreign affairs podcast by Perth USAsia Centre

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The Perth USAsia Centre is a non-partisan, not-for-profit institution that promotes stronger relationships between Australia, the Indo-Pacific and the USA by contributing to strategic thinking, policy development and enhanced networks between government, the private sector and academia.
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Memorandum of Understanding

Host: Gordon Peake, Sound design: Luther Canute, Producer: Julia Bergin

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From the Development Policy Centre. The podcast that peers behind the bureaucratic curtain to tell the stories of the people, policy and politics of international development.
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Mobilise podcast from the Centre for Research on Play and Education, Development and Learning (PEDAL) at the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge. Mobilise is a mini -series in which Sally Hogg, Senior Policy Fellow at University of Cambridge, talks to leading policymakers and politicians from across the UK about how research can be used in policy to improve children's lives. We'll be finding out about the things our guests have achieved for children and about the challenges that ar ...
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Rural Routes

Rural Routes

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This is a show that asks: "What is rural in the 21st century?" Rural Routes is the production of The Leslie Harris Centre of Regional Policy and Development at Memorial University of Newfoundland.
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“The Theory of the Postdoc Evolution” is a podcast from the Postdoctoral Development Centre of Queen’s University Belfast. It aims to provide postdocs with information helping them to develop their careers. It includes, for example, interviews of professionals talking about their career paths, information on the Higher Education system and ways to improve researchers’ CVs. For more info go to: go.qub.ac.uk/PodcastPDC
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JAIAC's Dispute Management in a New World Podcast Series

Jamaica International Arbitration Centre

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The Jamaica International Arbitration Centre Ltd (JAIAC), Dispute Management in a New World Podcast Series, is biweekly conversations with Dr Christopher Malcolm, Secretary General, JAIAC. In this informative and insightful podcast series, Dr Malcolm will share his views and explore the concept, including by reference to the leveraging implications of the appropriate use of dispute management options for stability in business relationships and in support of sustainable economic development; ...
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Navigating our way through these testing times and embracing hybrid working environments. Here we go almost live, recorded remotely (excuse some sound issues!) with a variety of relaxed discussions with friends from across the development industry. #BWUncut
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The Global Economic Governance Programme was established at University College in 2003 to foster research and debate into how global markets and institutions can better serve the needs of people in developing countries. The Programme is directly linked to Oxford University’s Department of Politics and International Relations and Centre for International Studies. It serves as an interdisciplinary umbrella within Oxford drawing together members of the Departments of Economics, Law and Developm ...
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The aims of the Calleva Research Centre are to investigate key questions about the origins, development, causes and functions of human behaviour by bridging the humanities, and the social, cognitive, and biological sciences in an evolutionary framework. The Centre's work is embodied through successive three-year interdisciplinary research programmes that draw on unique collaborations between Magdalen Fellows working in these diverse fields. The Centre was inaugurated in October 2010. Its fir ...
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Doing Good Better

Centre for Effective Altruism

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We all want to make a difference — but knowing exactly what we should do with our limited time, money and energy is an extremely hard question. Doing Good Better is a podcast about using reason and evidence to figure out how we can do the most good, using the ideas of effective altruism. We talk to researchers, development economists, philosophers, journalists, charity workers, entrepreneurs, and social scientists to try to figure out what works — and just as importantly, what doesn't. More ...
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SystemShift explores how we can create a sustainable, thriving economy that respects the Earth’s capacity to support humankind while putting people and nature at the centre, and provides alternatives to the current failing economic and financial systems that are driving the exploitation of people and planet. Economists, researchers and innovators from around the world offer their solutions for a sustainable, thriving economy that is equitable and serves the interests of all, not just the wea ...
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The RISE Podcast

Research on Improving Systems of Education (RISE)

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The RISE Podcast aims to illuminate the human perspective behind education research and practice through a series of interviews with experts in education development. In the RISE Podcast series, we invite people who are passionate about improving education to discuss the ‘big picture’ ideas and narratives that have inspired their work. Our guests bring with them stories and expertise from a variety of experiences in research, practice, and policy, and it's our hope that their insights will s ...
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I have conceived this podcast as a personal endeavour to bring interesting topics that I have encountered through my professional and academic life to the table. Each episode will take place as conversations with relevant guests who can shed light into the issues being discussed. The podcast will cover economic and political issues with major impact in the countries of the region. EU-Asia relations will feature prominently. I am currently working in Public Affairs in Brussels (Belgium). I ha ...
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The ReEnergise Podcast

Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult

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This is the place to discover more about emerging technology innovation in offshore renewables and the way that we will harness low carbon energy sources to meet our future energy needs. If you are curious about how to harness the world’s tides, launch intelligent ships with robotic crews in UK waters, adapt national grids to the future energy mix or how artists are envisioning the new offshore reality – this podcast is for you. The ReEnergise Podcast is delivered by the Offshore Renewable E ...
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True Currency: About Feminist Economics

The Alternative School of Economics & Gasworks

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True Currency: About Feminist Economics is a six-part podcast hosted by artists Amy Feneck and Ruth Beale (The Alternative School of Economics), launching on 16 July, with a new episode released weekly. The outcome of an eight month residency, the podcast is produced in collaboration with Lucia Scazzocchio from Social Broadcasts, and presents detailed testimonials from academic researchers, policy experts, community leaders and activists; and explores financial inequality, feminism, intersec ...
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Commercial Real Estate Library - or CRE Library - is a Canadian Commercial Real Estate podcast focused on connecting you with industry leaders. Listen to insightful discussions with commercial real estate executives who drive the market - from founders of the largest REITs and pension funds to the fastest growing organizations in CRE tech. Your hosts on the show are Dayma Itamunoala - a leading investment broker at Colliers International specialized in the multifamily asset class, and Garret ...
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HR in Review is a podcast that brings you interviews with leading HR practitioners, academics and consultants. We cover a host of HR related topics like HR strategy, technology, recruitment, training, diversity, employment law, reward and wellbeing. Guests also share personal experiences and career tips, resulting in a varied and interesting discussion which we hope will provide you with useful and actionable advice, while also being an enjoyable and stimulating listen. HR in Review is produ ...
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UK forces were found to be involved in supporting Israel's response after Iran launched a missile attack on the country. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says the UK 'stands with Israel' and recognises its right to self-defence. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says other MPs will be very disappointed with this revelation. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com…
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A proposal to re-develop Marsden Point's decommissioned refinery is being considered. Channel Infrastructure NZ recently entered a conditional agreement with Seadra Energy to create a bio-refinery at the Northland site. Seadra would purchase it for about $53-million and use some existing, decommissioned assets like tankage and jetties. Milford Asse…
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Politicians of all stripes say the Government shouldn’t try to stop the values of properties vulnerable to the effects of climate change from plummeting. In fact, they believe there is room for at-risk property values to fall further to discourage investment in flood-prone parts of the country. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny …
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The Government has continued its push to increase the use of remote building inspections to speed up the construction and consenting process. Building and Construction Minister Chris Penk has voiced disapproval with the current process - and claimed that remote inspections will make the building process more efficient and affordable. NZ Certified B…
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Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Mark Sainsbury and Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The partner of an Australian diplomat was allegedly involved in an altercation in central Wellington early on Sunday and authorities are looking to waive immunity to press charges. Do w…
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 2 October 2024, the situation in the Middle East continues to escalate with Iran firing missiles into Israel. Director of Special Projects at the Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council Bren Carlill joins Jack to discuss how other countries can avoid getting invo…
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Genesis Energy has confirmed it will spend $64 million on taking a majority stake in ChargeNet - the nation's leading EV public charging network. Under terms of the agreement, Genesis will acquire a 65 percent stake in ChargeNet, which was founded in 2015 by tech entrepreneurs Steve and Dianna West. Genesis chief retail officer Stephen England-Hall…
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A legal expert sees a reasonable chance New Zealand could waive diplomatic immunity after allegations about an Australian diplomat's partner surfaced. Sky News has reported the partner was involved in an altercation in central Wellington early on Sunday. New Zealand Police have confirmed they're seeking to waive diplomatic immunity for an individua…
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One former Black Caps coach has expressed some confusion as Tim Southee relinquished his team captaincy. Tom Latham has taken the reins after Southee ended his tenure as skipper with six wins, six losses and two draws through just under two years at the helm. Mike Hesson says some aspects of his resignation have raised a few questions. "I can't thi…
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There's belief Republican candidate JD Vance completely lost credibility as today's vice-presidential debate ended. The contest against Democrat Tim Walz was mostly civil and policy focused. But Vance dodged a question on Donald Trump challenging the 2020 election results - saying he's 'future-focused'. Former US ambassador to New Zealand, Mark Gil…
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It was civil. It was somewhat thoughtful. It was focused for the most part on policy. It was, frankly, a novel experience to be watching a modern U.S political debate that didn't immediately descend into petty name calling, insults, conspiracy theories, hyperbole and lies. I thought JD Vance was much better than Tim Walz. If these things are to be …
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There's hopes that the US will step in soon to de-escalate Middle East tensions. Iran has launched nearly 200 missiles at Israel, with most being intercepted. Israel is promising consequences while continuing airstrikes - and yesterday, forces invaded Lebanon. The Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council says strong intervention is the only way …
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The vice presidential candidates in the US election clashed in their first and only debate ahead of the 2024 US election. Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance faced off over the economy, abortion, immigration, the conflict in the Middle East and energy. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the pair raised some interesting argumen…
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Over in the US, both vice presidential candidates just had their first and only debate ahead of the November election. Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance clashed over hot-button issues including the Middle East crisis, immigration, taxes, and climate change - to name a few. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says this debate felt more civilised…
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A whitewash test series defeat to Sri Lanka was Tim Southee's trigger to step down as Black Caps test captain. Tom Latham will take the reins with immediate effect, beginning with three tests in India starting in a fortnight. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave says this was the right move on Southee's part. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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There's suggestions private companies should build - and potentially run - our public hospitals. 1News reports Health NZ is urging the Government to consider private sector help, given the investment required for dozens of hospitals. Former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell says he believes this is being raised now as a diversion. "It's previously been …
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In this episode, we present four of the interviews we recorded at Land Forces 2024. The first is with Cathy O'Carroll, Campaign Director, and Graeme Bick, Chief Solution Architect, Global Test and Evaluation Campaign from QinetiQ: We discuss QinetiQ's background in both Australia and the UK, then get an insight into the lifecycle of developing, tes…
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The Duke of Sussex has returned to the UK to make a brief public appearance at a central London charity event. Prince Harry attended WellChild's annual awards ceremony at a London hotel to pay tribute to the young people recognised at the event. UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's unlikely Harry will be able to meet up with the royals - and will …
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Australian retail sales rebounded by more than expected in August as warmer weather brought forward spring spending after a midwinter slump. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, retail sales rose 0.7 percent - beating out initial predictions of 0.4 percent. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham says it's clear recent tax cuts have driven u…
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Construction continues to slow, although consents for office and public transport buildings have risen 26 percent. Stats NZ says new home consents dropped 20 percent in the year to August - and standalone new builds fell 9.7 percent. Consents for townhouses, apartments, retirement village units, and flats are down 27 percent. Infometrics Principal …
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Another Global Dairy Trade auction is expected to take place tonight - and experts are predicting more good news this time round. There was a substantial life off the back of the previous auction - with a 0.8 percent increase across the board. The Country's Jamie Mackay outlined his predictions ahead of tonight's results. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudi…
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NZIER's latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion (QSBO) shows a marked improvement in business confidence in the September quarter. A net 5 percent of firms expect a deterioration in general economic conditions over the coming months - a significant drop from the net 40 percent that expected a downturn three months ago. NZIER deputy chief execut…
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If you were in a bit of a rush yesterday morning, I dunno - perhaps somehow you were caught out by daylight saving and you scrambling to get to an appointment - and you forgot to put money in the meter before rushing off, you'd have been fined $40. If you did it today, exactly the same offence, you'd be fined $70. Almost double. Parking fines are u…
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Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! New research shows more young men are feeling pressured to start using steroids and other illegal enhancers to keep up with body image pressures. How concerning is this? Prime Minister Ch…
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 1 October 2024, the Israeli Military says it has begun a "limited, localised" ground offensive against Hezbollah targets in Southern Lebanon. International relations expert Robert Patman tells Jack Israel has the upper hand against the Houthis, Hamas and Hezbollah wi…
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Fuelled by fitness and gym content online, more young men say they are turning to risky and illegal measures to enhance their appearances. According to new reports, men in their 20s - or younger - have been encouraged to use steroids and other banned performance-enhancing substances in order to keep up with pressure to look a certain way. Otago Uni…
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Foodstuffs has argued a merger blocked by the Commerce Commission would benefit consumers and suppliers. The competition watchdog has decided merging the chain's North and South Island co-ops would substantially lessen competition. Foodstuffs North Island CEO Chris Quin says they're likely to appeal the decision - based on the evidence they have at…
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A popular - and divisive - shoe is making a significant showing in more ACC claims. ACC has received 128 claims for fall-related injuries from Croc wearers so far this year, costing nearly $64,000. There were 109 claims last year. But injury prevention spokesperson, James Whittaker, says although Crocs and jandals feature in some trips, slips and f…
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Hostilities are running high - and fear's rising for the future - as Israel launches a ground offensive into southern Lebanon. Lebanon says Israeli attacks in the past two weeks have already killed more than a thousand people. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman says the recent pummelling of Hezbollah has severely degra…
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The Prime Minister seems to have narrowly avoided a large tax bill for selling his Wellington apartment. He paid $795,000 for it in 2020, and 1News reports it's been sold for $975,000. When it was purchased, a five-year bright-line test applied - under which Luxon would have owed $70,000 in tax. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Lu…
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Australian police have launched a probe related to the appearance of Hezbollah flags at pro-Palestine rallies that took place over the weekend. Victorian police reported that flags representing Hezbollah were seen being carried by a small group who weren't affiliated with the protest organisers. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says police are …
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The World Athletics Indoor Championships could be coming to New Zealand for 2028. Athletics New Zealand and the Government are working on a bid to host the biennial event, typically held in the third week of March. The current criteria permits an outdoor venue to be used - and with only a 200-metre track needed, Eden Park or the new Christchurch st…
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Kiwis struggling to stay afloat have turned to credit cards to bridge the cap amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis. New credit card application enquiries have reached their highest level since 2021- and card arrears have jumped 4.4 percent in August. Sorted Personal Finance Lead Tom Hartmann says living costs have increased and bills have piled up…
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Austria's far-right Freedom Party has secured a historic political victory following the recent election. The party finished first with 29.2 percent of the vote, beating out the OVP's 26.2 percent, and the centre-left Social Democrats' 20.4 percent. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it doesn't have the support to form a majority Government - and the…
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Over in China, regulators recently announced a range of monetary and fiscal stimulus policy changes aimed at fostering economic stabilisation and improving consumer confidence. Official interest rates were cut and the Government announced a number of central bank spending programmes aimed at stabilising housing and supporting consumption. Harbour A…
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Synlait Milk has reported a net loss of $182.1 million and stumped up with a one-off payment to try to keep supplying South Island farmers. The embattled dairy processor reported its full-year results to July 31 on Monday with revenue up 2 percent to $1.64 billion. It took a total non-cash impairment of $114.6 million during the year against its lo…
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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and NZME editor-at-large Shayne Currie joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government's copped some backlash after it warned the new Dunedin Hospital could face some downgrades after costs blew out over $1 billion higher than expected. Are people…
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The Finance Minister says the Government is still committed to funding Dunedin's new hospital. It's asked Health NZ for two options to deliver the project within budget after it claimed costs ballooned by over $1 billion. About 35,000 protesters took to the streets in Dunedin on Saturday. Nicola Willis says she understands the frustration, but argu…
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Jack Tame for Monday 30th September 2024, the Government has released its latest quarterly action plan and it's largely focussed on infrastructure. Chris Bishop talks Jack through the details. There are calls that "tough conversations" are needed around the future of small town New Zealan…
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Dunedin's mayor isn't backing down on fighting for the city's new hospital ahead of potential cuts. The Government has asked Health NZ for two options to deliver the project - within budget - after costs escalated to an estimated $3 billion from an original estimate of between $1.2b-$1.4b. About 35,000 people took to the streets in Dunedin on Satur…
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The wine industry is hoping a new programme will help double production. The Government is investing $5.6 million over seven years into the programme, Next Generation Viticulture. It aims to grow vines more efficiently, turning sunlight into grapes. NZ Winegrowers Research Centre CEO Dr Juliet Ansell says it will redesign canopy management. "It ena…
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Auckland mayor Wayne Brown aims to disestablish the city's tourism and economic development agency. The mayor is progressing plans to fold Tātaki Auckland Unlimited back into council control and reduce its functions. He says the agency spent more than $700,000 on a campaign promoting Auckland to Aucklanders. He says these things need to stop happen…
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New toll roads could be on the horizon as the Government moves into its next quarterly plans. It says it's achieved 39 of its 40 third-quarter goals, largely targeting law and order. The 43 actions up next focus on infrastructure and economic growth. They include passing the fast-track approvals bill - but also look into introducing more road tolls…
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Energy and Resources Minister Shane Jones has been caught up in a climate protest, while on a walk - over policy he's spearheading. A small group of protestors marched down Wellington's Lambton Quay opposing the Government's bill reversing Labour's ban on oil and gas exploration. They told Jones he should be ashamed of himself, a claim he loudly re…
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Qantas engineers across Australia walked off the job for two hours this morning - and they've warned more industrial action will come if their requests aren't heard. Staff throughout Brisbane, Sydney, and Perth airports have requested a 15 percent payrise with further rises in subsequent years. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says these st…
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The Black Caps have suffered a fourth consecutive test loss, after an innings and 154-run defeat by Sri Lanka in their second match in Galle. Resuming their second innings at 199 for five on day four, the visitors were dismissed for 360, which included half centuries by Tom Blundell, Glenn Phillips and Mitchell Santner. Sportstalk host Jason Pine e…
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There's growing concerns about the future of small town New Zealand - with one expert warning 'tough conversations' are needed. The closure of Winstone Pulp International's Ruapehu mills have cost the region 230 jobs, and the proposed shutdown of Alliance Group’s Smithfield meat processing plant in Timaru could cost over 600 more. Regional Developm…
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In this episode, we present two of the interviews we recorded at Land Forces 2024. The first interview is with Phil Guy, Executive Director, and David Devine, GM, at Mellori Solutions: They give us an update on Mellori’s work over the last year and their views on the increased pace of innovation seen in the Ukraine and Middle East conflicts. We als…
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In this episode, Robin Davies speaks with Dr Ismahane Elouafi, the Executive Managing Director of CGIAR. CGIAR (formerly the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research) is a global partnership that unites international organisations engaged in research about food security. CGIAR's mission is to deliver science and innovation that ad…
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