Best Steve Nightingale Podcasts (2024)

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the migrant boat capsizing in the English Channel 2:47

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At least 12 people have died after the capsize of a migrant boat in the English Channel. The French Coastguard has rescued more than 50. It's the deadliest disaster in the Channel so far this year. Downing Street is labelling the disaster "truly horrific", and says it's determined to further crack down on dangerous people-smuggling operations. UK C…

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Ryan Bridge: Don't we want higher spending, higher yield tourists coming here? 2:22

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I have zero issues with foreign visitors paying more to visit New Zealand. The tax hike that is being touted is big – $35 up to $100 per visitor, and that is substantial. Crucially though, our Aussie mates are exempt, and they make up 40% of our market. So that's a good chunk who won't be contributing and shouldn't be affected in terms of numbers v…

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Eve Lawrence: Intrepid Travel GM on the risks of raising the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy 3:19

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Travel experts believe that now isn't the time to push up the fees for overseas tourists. The International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy is rising almost 200% from next month, from $35 to $100. The money raised will go back into services and infrastructure used by visitors to the country. Intrepid Travel general manager Eve Lawrence told R…

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John Battersby: Massey University International Security Expert on the risk of terrorism in New Zealand 3:57

25m ago3:57

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A terrorism expert says New Zealanders need to be more aware of the threat of terrorism. The SIS identifies a person acting alone as our biggest terrorist risk and warns of a small number of people subscribing to violent extremist ideologies. It's also concerned about foreign interference and how many young people are engaging with violent extremis…

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Full Show Podcast: 04 September 2024 33:54

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 4th of September, visitors to the country will soon have to start paying a $100 levy, up from $35. Eve Lawrence from Intrepid Travel talks to Ryan about what it means for the tourism industry. The SIS has released its second annual report detailing security threats to New Zealand…

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Angus Chambers: GP Owners Association Chair on GPs having to raise their prices to keep up with running costs and patient demand 4:57

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The state of New Zealand's general practices is being dubbed a crisis. A GP Owners Association survey of about a quarter of GPs reports they're being squeezed by rising costs, high patient demand, and staff shortages. It found nearly 60% have doctor and nurse vacancies, and about 70% are financially worse off than a year ago. Chair Angus Chambers t…

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Monika Lacey: Centrix COO on the downward trend in the number of people behind on their payments 2:38

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People appear to be getting a better handle on their financial situations. The latest Centrix figures for July show overall the number of people behind on their payments fell month-on-month by nine thousand to 456 thousand. Chief Operating Officer Monika Lacey says there's also positive signs when it comes to those who are several months behind. Sh…

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Lesley Yeomans: Australia Correspondent on the investigations into the tiger attack at Dreamworld 3:12

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A tiger handler remains in hospital after being attacked by a tiger at Dreamworld on Australia's Gold Coast. Investigations are underway after the trained handler was set upon by one of the theme park's nine Sumatran and Bengal tigers yesterday morning. It follows a fatal tiger attack on a keeper at Hamilton Zoo in 2015. Correspondent Lesley Yeoman…

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Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers Association head of advocacy on the National Land Transport Plan 3:09

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The country could be driving towards a need for cross party agreement on transport. The Government's National Land Transport Plan will see almost $33 billion pumped into roading, public transport, and maintenance. Employers and Manufacturers Association head of advocacy Alan McDonald told Ryan Bridge there should be a broad agreement on what the ma…

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Ryan Bridge: What is wrong with our state run services? 2:07

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Health New Zealand is the country's largest organisation by far, it employs more than 80,000 people. Roughly the same number of teachers are employed by state schools in our education system, and these numbers dwarf any private enterprise that's currently operating here. Fletcher buildings has about 18,000 staff, Woolworths about 18,000, Fonterra a…

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Full Show Podcast: 03 September 2024 34:04

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 3rd September 2024, the Government has allocated $32.9 billion dollars in transport funding over the next 3 years. How could it improve our roading network and the economy? Alan McDonald from the Employers and Manufacturers Association speaks to Ryan. Nine out of ten general practi…

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Ryan Bridge: The treasury boss' truth bomb 2:15

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As we squabble over toast for new mums in hospitals and funding for street dance performers in Auckland, we are penny pinching a lot lately, aren't we? We're bickering about all sorts of things, should nurses be getting the free toast in the smoko room if they're doing a night shift? The insignificance of all of these debates is being laid bare thi…

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Geof Nightingale: On officials being told to take a look at the financial impact of our ageing population 2:29

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Officials are being told to take a clear look at the financial impact of our ageing population. Outgoing Treasury boss Dr Caralee McLiesh [Cara lee Mick Leesh] has made it clear there's a need for a Capital Gains Tax and superannuation changes, as her five-year term comes to an end. She says with an ageing population, an increasing share of governm…

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Gavin Grey: On the final moments of the superyacht Bayesian 3:15

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The final moments of the deadly sinking of the superyacht Bayesian have been revealed by crew members. New Zealand-born captain James Cutfield is being investigated for possible manslaughter, after seven people died in the disaster. Ship engineer, Tim Parker Eaton, and watchman Matthew Griffiths are also under investigation. Europe Correspondent Ga…

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Full Show Podcast: 02 September 2024 34:07

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 2nd if September 2024. The outgoing Treasury Chief Executive has called for a capital gains tax and rise to the retirement age to stop future budget deficits. Could it work? Tax expert Geof Nightingale joins the show. Lambing season is underway and our red meat exports are down …

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Kevin Putt: Former Spring Bok and Rugby Commentator previews the All Blacks v South Africa 2:36

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It’s a big weekend for the All Blacks as they’re set to face South Africa at one of the toughest rugby venues. They’re playing the Springboks in the Rugby Championship early Sunday morning. Former Springbok and Rugby Commentator Kevin Putt told Ryan Bridge that the All Blacks will be walking into a really confrontational, hostile place, but that’s …

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Geoff Upson: Rodney Local Board member and roading campaigner on the potential introduction of widespread road user charges 3:45

11m ago3:45

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Roading advocates say a sudden shift to widespread user charges would be relatively straightforward. Petrol cars could be hit with road user charges from 2027 under the Government's Revenue Action Plan. It's also exploring tolling for all new roads, including the Roads of National Significance. Auckland's Rodney Local Board member and roading campa…

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Hinewai Ormsby: Hawke's Bay Regional Council Chair on the need for a gang patch ban in their meetings 4:28

16m ago4:28

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Hawke's Bay Regional Council is rethinking its policies after facing backlash for allowing patched gang members into a meeting. Images were posted online with the patched members after the council voted to retain Māori wards. Ministers David Seymour and Simeon Brown are frustrated it isn't the forcing the new patch ban. The council's chair, Hinewai…

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Ryan Bridge: Thank you to David Seymour and Big Pharma 1:51

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I've got an amazing wonder drug to tell you about New Zealand, and it saved me in the last couple of weeks. People are talking about it from top of the country to the bottom and it's not Ozempic. No, I'm not taking Ozempic, though, I wouldn't mind trying it. I think a lot of people are curious. David Seymour made this drug a priority. Yes, I'm talk…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 August 2024 34:03

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 29th of August, the Government says all vehicles could face road user charges as soon as 2027 to help pay for more transport infrastructure. Rodney Local Board Member and Road Safety Campaigner Geoff Upson joins the show. Hawke's Bay Regional Council are under fire for letting patch…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Kamala Harris agreeing to her first interview as the democratic nominee 2:29

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Kamala Harris has finally agreed to her first interview. The Democratic nominee has agreed to an interview on CNN alongside her running mate Tim Walz. The interview is set to air at 9pm eastern time, or 1pm Friday afternoon in New Zealand. US Correspondent Mitch McCann told Ryan Bridge that Donald Trump has released a press release containing poten…

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Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ CEO on the new infrastructure plans and agency 4:06

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There's optimism from the sector over the prospect of more effective infrastructure development. The Infrastructure Minister's launching a National Infrastructure Agency from December to manage funding and proposals and facilitate private investment. Infrastructure New Zealand says the current system is complex, time-consuming and expensive. Chief …

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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the passing rates for the new NCEA prerequisite tests 4:32

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A reassurance that students failing new NCEA pre-requisite tests will still have options to get their qualifications. Less than half of the 55 thousand students who passed the tests passed numeracy, with 59% passing reading, and 56% passing writing. Students must pass all three tests to start receiving NCEA qualifications. PPTA President Chris Aber…

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Steve Ferguson: Next Generation Critical Communications Director on the revamping of emergency service communication 3:02

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There are hopes a revamp of emergency service communication will streamline responses. Five hundred radio towers and 15 thousand units for first responders are being switched out to make way for a new digital, and encrypted, radio communication system. Politicians and experts say the current analogue system is deteriorating and needs to be replaced…

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Ryan Bridge: If this is the kaupapa of the Green Party, I don't recognise it 1:59

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At the Auckland High Court this morning at 10am, Darleen Tana will be seeking an interim injunction. It's been sought to stop the Greens from meeting to try and waka jump her, and that meeting is meant to go ahead this weekend. There's also going to be a judicial review. The saga continues, and we all know why this is happening, don't we? Because h…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 August 2024 34:22

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29th of August, the Government has a new plan for national infrastructure, could it stop political interference from stopping major projects? Infrastructure NZ's Nick Leggett speaks to Ryan. The rollout of a new radio network for our emergency services has started. How is the $1.4…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Chief Economist on the potential housing prices will rise in 2025 3:30

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BNZ is picking our house prices to rise after the new year. They forecast an increase of 7% over 2025, following a flat 2024. Brad Olsen, Infometrics Chief Economist, told Ryan Bridge that while 7% is a little bit higher than what most expect at the moment, everything is quite uncertain. He said that we’ve got a little bit to get through in 2024 be…

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Rob Mallinson: Head of Solid Bioenergy Group on its potential in aiding the energy crisis 4:38

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There’s another option that could help us fill the gaps in the energy crisis: solid biofuel. It makes use of forestry slash, burning it to generate heat and electricity as a cheaper alternative to gas. New Zealand exports around 20 million tonnes of wood per year, and we would only need to divert around 30% of those export logs to decarbonise every…

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Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the ruling around seizing gang assets 2:57

16m ago2:57

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There’s pressure from the Police union to speed up the process to seize gang assets. In a major win for authorities, the High Court released a decision yesterday ruling the Head Hunters must forfeit $15 million in assets, including its Mount Wellington gang pad. It follows a decade of investigation and court processes. Police Association President …

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Ryan Bridge: Filming seems to be the new word of mouth 2:21

1h ago2:21

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Awful for the family to see – this is the people who were filming that tragic fatal accident on the southern motorway. The news media will cover it, they will film it go out to a story. They will film if the bodies in the accident, they will film the accident aftermath, but they would not show it to the audience. Here we have social media, everyone…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 August 2024 34:21

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 28th of August, a win for police in the gang crackdown. A court has ruled they can take assets and property from the Head Hunters worth almost $15 million. Police Association President Chris Cahill speaks to Ryan about what the decision means. Could solid biofuels be an alternati…

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Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on workers now having the right to refuse unreasonable contact outside of work hours 3:08

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Workers in Australia can now legally refuse unreasonable contact from their employers outside of work hours. A legislated right to disconnect has come into effect and is expected to majorly reduce the number of unpaid work hours. The law change offers some flexibility around the employee's role and responsibilities, the nature of the contact, and h…

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the need for bipartisan support for oil and gas reforms 5:40

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The energy sector is questioning how long new reform will really last. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in efforts to boost energy supply and ease power bills. Energy Resources Aotearoa is urging Labour to support the changes. Chief Executive John Carnegie told Ryan Bridge the chang…

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Ralph Sims: Massey University Professor of Sustainable Energy on the need for oil and gas exploration in New Zealand 4:19

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An energy expert is confident New Zealand can do without oil and gas exploration. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in efforts to boost energy supply and ease power bills. Labour Leader Chris Hipkins is refusing to support the move, despite urges from the Prime Minister. Massey Unive…

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Alastair Espie: Employment Lawyer on the ruling around Uber drivers 2:54

8m ago2:54

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A ruling against Uber is likely to benefit all drivers. The Court of Appeal has ruled that four Uber workers were employees not contractors. It means they will have access to certain entitlements like minimum wage and sick days. Uber's appealing the decision, claiming it will create greater confusion for those on contract work. Employment lawyer Al…

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Ryan Bridge: Energy Crisis - Where are Labour in all of this? 2:51

8d ago2:51

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Hundreds of decent hard working Kiwi provincial Union jobs are hanging in the balance today. Electricity spot prices peaking at $1000 per megawatt hour in the last couple of weeks. Power companies, they are basically cancelling deals for Kiwis to heat their homes this winter, and businesses are literally shuttering operations, rationing power, prod…

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Full Show Podcast: 27 August 2024 34:09

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 27th of August, big changes for our energy sector - a new LNG terminal will be built for importing gas and extended resource consent periods will be introduced for renewable electricity. Ryan speaks to Massey University professor Ralph Sims and John Carnegie from Energy Resourc…

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Ryan Bridge: Fast Track Approvals Bill: this is not fast food anymore people, it's like a long lunch for infrastructure construction 1:35

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The fast track approvals bill, it's been in the news in the last couple of days. Fast track - I was thinking fast food, like drive through, how quickly we can get infrastructure done in this country. Something we haven't been able to do very well for a very long time. Like you would drive into the McDonald's or whatever it is to get your speedy inf…

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Josie Vidal: On the mining industry wanting the latest changes made to the Fast Track Bill to be its last 4:28

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The mining industry wants the latest changes made to the Fast Track Bill, to be its last. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop yesterday announced Cabinet will recommend changes to the proposed law, to the Environment Select Committee. It includes changing who has the final say - from ministers to an independent panel. Minerals industry association…

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Leon Goldsmith: On Israel and Hezbollah signalling an escalation in hostilities 4:22

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Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged fire - signalling an escalation in hostilities. Israel says it pre-emptively destroyed thousands of rocket launchers across Southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Hezbollah says it fired 320 rockets and drones at Israel - in the first phase of a retaliatory attack for the killing of its leaders. Otago University Middle Eas…

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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 26 August 2024 33:57

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 26th of August. Changes have been made to the fast track approvals bill - what does it mean for our mining sector. Straterra's Josie Vidal speaks to Ryan. Israel and Hezbollah have traded strikes in the Middle East. Otago University Expert Dr Leon Goldsmith joins the show. Team …

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Tony Johnson: Rugby Commentator on the departure of Leon MacDonald from the All Blacks coaching staff 4:37

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The rugby world is reeling from Leon MacDonald’s abrupt departure from his role as assistant coach of the All Blacks. NZ Rugby announced the news yesterday, Scott Robertson telling the media that their coaching techniques didn’t quite click. Rugby Commentator Tony Johnson told Ryan Bridge that there’s a couple of schools of thought surrounding the …

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Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson on the newly announced reforms to the Resource Management Act 3:38

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There’s relief over imminent changes to resource management rules on private farmland. The Government has announced a second amendment to the Resource Management Act, which will set new national directions for areas such as infrastructure, energy, and farming. Federated Farmers resource management spokesperson Mark Hooper told Ryan Bridge this chan…

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Vincent McAviney: Europe Correspondent on Andrew Tate's further house arrest following new allegations 2:30

5d ago2:30

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Controversial influencer Andrew Tate's under house arrest following damming new allegations. Tate and his brother are being investigated by Romanian authorities for allegations including sex with a minor and trafficking underage persons. One of the 35 alleged victims is as young as 15 years old. UK Correspondent Vincent McAviney told Ryan Bridge th…

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Simon Marks: FSN Correspondent on the report that Former Democrat Robert F Kennedy Jr. will endorse Donald Trump 3:57

5d ago3:57

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A curve ball has been thrown for Kamala Harris as she's about to accept her presidential nomination. US media is reporting the independent, and former Democrat, Robert F Kennedy Junior is planning to pull out of the race and endorse Republication nominee Donald Trump. It coincides with the final day of the Democratic National Convention, where Harr…

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Ryan Bridge: On New Zealand's energy crisis 2:44

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Resource and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones has given quite a fiery speech in the House taking aim at the Greens over Labour's oil and gas ban, calling out their opposition to using Kiwi coal. "We can power up New Zealand by using our domestic coal resources. But that party would rather see New Zealanders thrown on the unemployment scrap hea…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 August 2024 34:31

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday the 23rd of August, All Blacks assistant coach Leon MacDonald has left the team a week before they head to South Africa - what does it mean for the team? Ruby commentator Tony Johnson talks to Ryan. It's the final day of the Democratic National Convention where Kamala Harris will fo…

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Matt Cowley: Local Government Business Forum Chair ahead of the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference 3:51

34m ago3:51

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Anticipation is building over Government announcements at the second day of the Local Government New Zealand conference in Wellington today. It comes after Prime Minister Christopher Luxon ruffled feathers yesterday with an address telling councils to cut back on wasteful spending. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown is expected to speak to the …

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John Harbord: Major Electricity Users' Group Chair on the possibility of using more water from hydro lakes to generate power 3:51

8d ago3:51

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Transpower will today decide whether it'll take the next big step in combatting the current power shortage. Spiking electricity prices have forced Winstone's central North Island pulp and sawmills to propose closing, with more than 200 jobs on the line. Transpower will make a decision on if generators can take more water from the hydro lakes - crea…

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Kelly Seaburg: New Shoots Children's Centre director on the concerns over pre-school children's literacy skills 5:04

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There are concerns over the impact of Covid-19 on children's spoken language skills. The Education Review Office research shows more than two-thirds of parents report their child had language difficulties before they started school last year. It found a similar number of teachers blame the lockdown period for its impact. New Shoots Children's Centr…

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