Best Taylor Allan Podcasts (2024)

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Just Stop Oil breaking onto a London airfield hours after Taylor Swift's private jet touched down 3:20

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A pair of Just Stop Oil protestors painted two jets orange at a London airport, hours after Taylor Swift touched down for her next tour stop. The climate activists carried out the vandalism with fire extinguishers, in an act reminiscent of their previous protest at Stonehenge. UK correspondent Enda Brady says this will likely spark an investigation…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Princess Anne being hospitalised after suspected mishap with a horse 4:15

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Princess Anne is the latest royal with a health issue after suffering minor head injuries thought to be caused by a horse. It's believed the Princess was kicked by a horse while walking on her Gloucestershire estate on Sunday night. UK correspondent Enda Brady says she's been hospitalised - but she's in good spirits. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com…

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Oliver Mander: Shareholders' Association Chief Executive on the Warehouse's CEO's pay-out eclipsing falling shares 4:12

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There's concerns that the Warehouse's top level salaries don't match the company's declining performance. The Warehouse Group's shares fell to a record low of $0.97 after forecasting earnings would fall at least 64 percent year-on-year. Former chief executive Nick Grayston was paid $2.79 million, out-earning his retail counterparts in the 2023 fina…

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Rowena Duncum: The Country producer on Synlait asking shareholders for multi-million dollar lifeline 2:34

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Struggling dairy manufacturer Synlait has asked shareholders to vote in favour of a $130 million lifeline from Chinese shareholder Bright Dairy. The company said a2′s vote would be influential in deciding if the critical shareholder loan needed to pay off bank debt due July 15 went ahead. The Country's Rowena Duncum says the situation's looking dir…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on employment confidence dropping in latest report 3:00

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Kiwis’ confidence in the job market took a dive over the past three months, according to a survey conducted for Westpac. The bank reported its confidence index, which measures responses to five questions related to employment prospects, fell by 13 points to 91.4 in the June quarter. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen explains why less peopl…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Parliamentary debate about ferries 5:07

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A political blame game around Cook Strait ferries. KiwiRail, Maritime New Zealand, and the Transport Accident Investigation Commission are all investigating Interislander's Aratere, which ran aground on Friday after experiencing steering issues. The Government pulled the plug on new mega-ferries and upgraded portside infrastructure, soon after taki…

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Full Show Podcast: 25 June 2024 1:40:11

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 25 June 2024, the Government will extend its Covid inquiry to cover lockdowns, vaccine mandates and efficacy. Things get heated when Associate Minister Nicole McKee tells Heather why she had to water down her Three Strikes bill so much. NZ Rugby has posted a $8.9 million dollar ne…

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The Huddle: How necessary is a second Covid inquiry? 8:52

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Government relations consultant Kaine Thompson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government has announced a second Covid inquiry into the economic and societal impacts of lockdowns, restrictions and vaccine mandates. Is this necessary?…

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Mark Robinson: NZ Rugby CEO on the company posting an $8.9 million loss for 2023 6:25

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New Zealand Rugby has posted an $8.9 million dollar net loss for 2023 - the second deficit in a row. Although spending was reduced from the year prior, a drop in broadcast and match day revenue in a World Cup year saw income fall by $3 million to $268 million dollars. NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson says there's work to be done for the future. "What we'…

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Andrew Bydder: Hamilton Councillor defends expletive-laden comments directed at neighbouring council 3:17

4m ago3:17

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Hamilton city councillor Andrew Bydder is on the defence, after delivering an expletive-laden rant to a neighbouring council. In a letter directed at Waipā District Council, Bydder used derogatory language to voice his displeasure with the placement of a third bridge in Cambridge. He has since claimed he tried to be polite to the council - but it n…

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Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on the Government's revamped Three-Strikes regime 5:26

14m ago5:26

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An Associate Justice Minister is urging the public to submit on proposed three-strike laws. A Bill to reinstate the sentencing is being introduced to Parliament today, but it won't include sentences under two years. Minister Nicole McKee says it is fit for purpose. "I think that we need to go harsh and hard on our criminals, especially those seriou…

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David Shoebridge: Australian Green Party senator ahead of Julian Assange's return to the country 2:29

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There's hope WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will be back in Australia by the week's end. Wikileaks says the 52-year-old has left a UK prison, after reaching a deal with US authorities. The BBC is reporting Assange was likely to plead guilty to a charge of conspiracy to obtain and disclose US national defence information, in a deal giving him free…

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Brooke van Velden: Internal Affairs Minister on the Government's planned second phase of the Covid-19 inquiry 3:55

6m ago3:55

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Key figures in our Covid-19 response could have to give evidence publicly for phase two of the Government inquiry. Its focus is vaccine efficacy and safety, Auckland and Northland's extended lockdowns and the disruption to health, education, and business. Phase One examined the lessons learned from the pandemic. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I'm weirdly grateful for the Government's cancer drugs stuff-up 1:47

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I think we can all see the Nats stuffed up the 13 cancer drugs announcement on so many levels. They should never have promised specific drugs, that's Pharmac's job. But having promised them for the first year, they shouldn't have then broken that promise by leaving them out of the Budget. And then, it's never really a good look if you finally get d…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Julian Assange's return to Australia following prison release 3:59

9m ago3:59

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It's been confirmed Julian Assange will return to Australia after being released from prison. The Wikileaks founder was charged with conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defence information - and spent seven years in Ecuador's London Embassy, and five in a British prison. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Assange is set to return to A…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson's Achilles injury flaring up again 3:55

18m ago3:55

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Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson will be sidelined for at least four weeks due to the re-emergence of an old Achilles tendon injury. The 33-year-old was sidelined last month through a combination of the achilles issue, as well as a pectoral muscle strain. He returned in Round 15 before suffering a hamstring strain in last weekend's heavy loss to the…

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Sunil Kaushal: Waitakere Indian Association President on the high student visa rejection rate for Indian applicants 4:04

19m ago4:04

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There's concerns the India-New Zealand relationship could be strained by the high number of student visa rejections. Immigration NZ figures show applications between October 1 2023 and May 6 2024 for student visas by Indian nationals had an approval rate of 47 percent. The Immigration Minister has claimed it's not 'blanked geographic discrimination…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the EU and China gearing up for further talks about EV tariffs 3:15

7m ago3:15

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Top officials from both the EU and China have spoken about controversial EV tariffs over the weekend - and agreed to further talks. The call marks the first time the two sides have agreed to negotiate since the EU threatened China with electric vehicle tariffs of up to 38 percent. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this is a positive step forward. LI…

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Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on the problems impacting New Zealand's infrastructure 3:48

14m ago3:48

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It's been a bad week for infrastructure incidents, with increased pressure on the Government to find a solution. Between a Defence Force plane breaking down, a toppled power pylon wiping out Northland's power and the grounding of an Interislander ferry, concern is growing about a potential disaster. NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan explain…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government offering up additional funding for 54 new medicines 4:48

9m ago4:48

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Pharmac's getting a funding boost for new cancer drugs in a pre-commitment from next year's Budget. The Government's announced money for up to 26 cancer treatments, in an overall package of up to 54 new medicines. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the incident that locked down an Adelaide mall 3:48

23m ago3:48

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Two teens have been arrested after they got into a brawl at a mall in Adelaide. Police received reports of two groups of young males fighting in the food court and some people in the group were allegedly carrying weapons. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the alert locking down the mall was reminiscent of the recent attack at Bondi Junction…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 June 2024 1:40:37

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 24 June 2024, the Government has confirmed more than 50 new medicines will be funded, including some of the cancer drugs National promised before the election. So is Pharmac really still independent? Finance Minister Nicola Willis tells Heather she's going to try get by without hav…

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The Huddle: How will a documentary about Jacinda Ardern be received? 9:12

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson-Willis PR and Child Fund chief executive Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! It's been revealed that last week's power outage in Northland was caused by too many nuts being removed from the legs of a pylon. What do we think of this? Is this a sign…

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Jason Ryan: All Blacks assistant coach on Scott Barrett being named the team's new captain 4:34

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Scott Barrett has been named as the new captain of the All Blacks. The Crusaders lock is set to take over as skipper in the first squad named by Scott Robertson as All Blacks coach. All Blacks assistant coach Jason Ryan outlined why Barrett was the best choice for the role. "He's a real leader, players follow him - and he's a winner." LISTEN ABOVE …

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister outlines plan to get replacement ferries 5 to 6 years from now 8:35

10m ago8:35

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The Finance Minister thinks New Zealand's existing supply of ferries can keep operating until 2029. There's been debate about who's to blame for Friday's incident involving the Interislander's Aratere, after it spent 24 hours on the rocks. Nicola Willis says the Government has plenty of time to replace the existing vessels. "The Government is commi…

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Darryn Fisher: NorthChamber Chief Executive says several Northland businesses unsure if they're insured for recent power outage 3:04

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Northland businesses are unsure whether they'll be insured for last week's power outage. A pylon tipped over on Thursday after too many nuts were removed from the legs, letting it tip. Transpower says it is an inconceivable and unprecedented situation, and consumers can apply for compensation. But NorthChamber Chief Executive, Darryn Fisher says th…

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Sean Mandell: Los Angeles entertainment reporter on the upcoming documentary about Dame Jacinda Ardern 2:43

31m ago2:43

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A Hollywood documentary starring Dame Jacinda Ardern is reportedly in the works. The feature-length film, produced by Madison Wells studios, is set to follow Ardern from the moment she receives the Labour Party nomination to the birth of her child to her resignation in 2023. Los Angeles entertainment reporter Sean Mandell says there had been talks …

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Craig Kapitan: NZ Herald court reporter on Golriz Ghahraman's court decision getting reserved 3:10

16m ago3:10

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Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman will find out her fate on Thursday. Judge June Jelas has reserved a sentencing decision on shoplifting charges in court today. The Judge has confirmed she won't be imprisoned. NZ Herald court reporter Craig Kapitan says Ghahraman's defence says she was going through a mental health crisis. "A mental health report su…

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David Seymour: Associate Health Minister on the Government putting $604 million into Pharmac 4:04

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David Seymour says drug-purchasing agency Pharmac must be on its game, with a $604 million funding boost over four years. The Government has announced it'll fund up to 26 cancer medications and 28 other treatments, as a pre-commitment against Budget 2025. The Associate Health Minister says there's very few things he's in favour of spending more mon…

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Dr Claire Achmad: Children's Commissioner voices disapproval with new Young Serious Offender scheme 6:37

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The Government's proposed solution to crack down on youth offending has been met with disapproval from some. It's introducing a label of Young Serious Offender for 14-to-17-year-olds with multiple offences - and also designing a new military-style academy programme. Children's Commissioner Dr Claire Achmad says putting a label on young people who c…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host with his picks for the All Blacks squad 2:58

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We're less than an hour to go until Scott Robertson unveils his All Blacks squad for the upcoming test matches. Ahead of the big announcement, Sportstalk host Jason Pine outlined his picks. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Nicola Willis is having a ferry problem 2:47

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Be under no illusion about it - when that ferry ran onto the sand on Friday night, that became a massive problem for the person who is probably National’s biggest asset, Nicola Willis. Because she cancelled the ferries, this is going to be on her. Now I'm not arguing about cancelling those big ferries, I actually think she made the right call. The …

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Your Online Business Will Go Nuclear Once You Do This 9:53

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Episode 324 - Mark Feuerstein and Michael Chiklis on HOTEL COCAINE plus Meredith Scardino Talks Girls5eva 50:22

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Mase & Sue do a double-header - first up Mark Feuerstein and Michael Chiklis discuss their polar opposite roles in the MGM+Original crime thriller series, HOTEL COCAINE. They talk about the drug-fueled 70’s Miami scene, the real hotel the show is based on, the authenticity of their roles, the process of building their characters, and mutual admirat…

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Full Show Podcast: 21 June 2024 1:41:11

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 21 June 2024, how did a power pylon just topple over and plunge a massive power outage? Electricity Authority boss Sarah Gillies speaks to Heather with two investigations now trying to figure that out. Cabinet is reportedly about to sign off on a funding boost for Pharmac to fulfil…

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Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Vladmir Putin and Kim Jong Un meeting in North Korea 4:55

17m ago4:55

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un gave Russian President Vladimir Putin a pair of Pungsan dogs, a local breed, state media KCNA reported on Thursday. Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis told Heather du Plessis-Allan “Three’s very few places left that Putin can go to.” Lewis said “He’s become an international pariah because of the Ukraine war.” LI…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on UK Cyber attack 4:39

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London hospitals declared a critical incident after a cyber-attack led to operations being cancelled and emergency patients being diverted elsewhere. It applies to hospitals partnered with Synnovis - a provider of pathology services. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis-Allan “This was potentially one of the worst cyber-attacks in th…

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Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on defence force planes 5:43

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This week, the Prime Minister's Air Force plane broke down in Papua New Guinea. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper breaks this down, as he wraps the political week. Soper told Heather du Plessis-Allan “They’re very good planes – but it’s like anything – if you don’t use them, they’ll break down.” Soper said “They’re only used as VIP aircraf…

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Chris Quin: Foodstuff's North Island CEO on Commerce Commission's pending decision on merger of operations 4:21

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The Commerce Commission is pushing out its timeline for approving the Foodstuffs merger, due to "unresolved issues". It now expects to reach a decision in October. The North and South Island co-operatives - which run the Pak'nSave, New World and Four Square supermarkets - sought clearance to merge last year. Foodstuff's North Island Chief Executive…

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The Huddle: Adam Cooper and Jim Kayes 9:45

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On The Huddle tonight: All Sports Breakfast Wellington Host Adam Cooper, and sports journalist Jim Kayes. The Blue will face-off against the Chiefs tomorrow night – only one will reign victorious. Adam Cooper told Heather du Plessis-Allan “The Crusaders have been incredible – because we’re celebrating the fact they're not there.” Jim Kayes said “Th…

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David Hill: Chiefs Assistant Coach on Super Rugby final 4:06

20m ago4:06

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Blues captain Patrick Tuipolotu will make a remarkable return from a knee injury, playing lock in the starting side facing the Chiefs at Eden Park in the Super Rugby Pacific final tomorrow night. However - many of the 44,000 sold-out Eden Park crowd will be coming up from Hamilton. Chiefs Assistant Coach David Hill told Heather du Plessis-Allan “We…

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Ian Pottinger: Invercargill Councillor on calls for Mayor Nobby Clark's resignation 3:06

10m ago3:06

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Invercargill Mayor Nobby Clark has ignored requests for his resignation from his council today. Clark was found to have breached the code of conduct after comments he made at a United Fire Brigades' Association prize giving - which he blamed on surgery brain fade. The council voted to diminish his duties around public events, due to his health. Inv…

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David Seymour: Pharmac Minister on cancer drug funding 3:47

16m ago3:47

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The future of National's promise around 13 cancer drugs is set to become clearer. The Government's due to make a Pharmac funding announcement – which could bump up its medicines budget by 40%. Pharmacy Minister David Seymour told Heather du Plessis-Allan Pharmac could be instructed to fund specific drugs, another entity could be set up (like the pr…

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Sarah Gillies: Electricity Authority Chief Executive on Northland power outage 3:47

7m ago3:47

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Energy Minister Simeon Brown wants appropriate accountability over a fallen electricity tower. Thousands of Northland residents experienced outages yesterday after a transmission tower toppled northwest of Auckland. The Electricity Authority says it's investigating and Simeon Brown's asked WorkSafe to do the same. Electricity Authority Chief Execut…

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Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Northland power outage 6:11

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The Electricity Authority says Northlanders deserve answers - as it launches an investigation into a toppled electricity tower. The region experienced outages yesterday after a transmission tower fell down northwest of Auckland. Transpower says its workers were carrying out maintenance at the time and has started an investigation. Senior Political …

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Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on VIP packages offered by Mexican Cartels to smuggle people into the U.S. 3:46

6m ago3:46

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US President Joe Biden recently unveiled a halt to asylum-processing at the U.S. border with Mexico when illegal entries reach a certain threshold. About 4,000 people already are entering the U.S. each day. Biden has received Republican criticism over an unprecedented surge in new arrivals in an election year. US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson told H…

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Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on Super Rugby Final predictions 2:28

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The Super Rugby finals clash is tomorrow night at Eden Park – selling out hours after tickets went on sale. A crowd of more than 44,000 is expected – with many coming up from Hamilton for the event. Weekend Sport host Jason Pine told Heather du Plessis-Allan “I think Blues will win – they've got a lot stacked in their favour – it's a home game, the…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Why Transpower's press conference backfired this morning 2:56

2h ago2:56

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Well, Transpower has given us a master class in how to look guilty, hasn't it? I mean, come on. Who doesn't now think that the crew took the bolts out of the leg, which caused the thing to fall over, which caused the entire region of Northland to lose power? And why do we think that? Because Allison Andrew, the Chief Executive, sounded guilty as al…

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Morgan Connaughton: Rocket Lab Vice President of Marketing and Communications on 50th launch 4:57

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Rocket Lab is entering a league of its own --reaching 50 space launches in the shortest space of time. Its latest electron rocket launched this morning from the Mahia Peninsula, is taking a French satellite into orbit. Rocket Lab’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Morgan Connaughton, told Heather du Plessis-Allan “A lot of rockets do…

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