Join Donny Singe: Elite Performance Coach, and Jem Bolt: Founder of Old Bull Health. Talking health, myths, studies, and research, things you always wanted to know and were too lazy to Google, exciting dinner party conversation, and basically trying to help you be Fitter and Stronger one step at a time. Old Bull Health is an Australian company that makes and sells ingestible powder supplements for men. For more info visit www.oldbullhealth.com or find us on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn f ...
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Welcome to "The Spotlight Series – Don’t Just Survive, Thrive”. Season 1 was launched to help people through the pandemic by talking to a variety of experts about topics such as psychology, finance and health. Season 2 focused on more work related issues including HR, marketing and leadership. Now it is time for Season 3! Season 3 is centred on the IT industry, specifically tech startups. There are also Career Spotlights from senior IT people revealing the secrets to their impressive career ...
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The Australian Health Company is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to promoting well-being. Offering a wide range of medical services, they prioritize excellence in patient care, innovation, and community health.
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A mental health advocate with an honours in Psychology, and no stranger to the commercial world through her entrepreneurial endeavours, Mel is a sought-after empathetic and inspiring speaker. Mel Yu guides and encourages her community to live a meaningful life through the power of authentic story-telling. The Authentic Me connects powerful stories and life lessons to the ears of listeners by interviewing successful game-changers from all walks of life. Popular guests include Australian influ ...
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Beginning in 2018, PodMD creates medical podcasts by doctors for doctors. It is a joint initiative between A/Prof Sean Mackay, (Melbourne-based surgeon) and Caroline Chaplin, (Director of RWS, a management company assisting doctors in private practice across Australia). PodMD provides convenient, bite-sized, educational medical podcasts for doctors to stay reliably informed and clinically up-to-date.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.
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Wild & Free Boxes is an Australian subscription box company for organic, non-toxic and eco-friendly baby products. Join us as we interview the makers of such products and learn more about the organic lifestyle.
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Hi my name is Athena Zolis and I am excited to welcome you to this wonderful podcast. For the last 11 years I founded and operated an aromatherapy company and introduced the first Ultrasonic Aromatherapy Diffuser to the Australian retail environment. I sold the business at the end of 2017 and have spent most of the year working on the concept behind Heal Naturally. Having worked in the health and wellness sector for well over a decade, I was privileged to be introduced to some incredibly inn ...
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The Unicorn Launcher is a business podcast like no other. Follow the real, raw and unfiltered lives of two Australian tech founders pulling apart and rebuilding their small company under the guidance of Silicon Valley super-coach, Matt Mochary (Coinbase, Robinhood, Reddit and more).
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Are you really tired of searching for bond cleaners? If so, then we are providing bond cleaning services in Ipswich. As bond cleaning Ipswich Australian-owned company with experience of 10+ years, we believe in customer satisfaction is our first priority that's why our company has hired the best and well-experienced cleaners with good experience. Our cleaners use biodegradable products which do not cause any harm to the health of our customers and surrounding.
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Peter Biantes works as a Interim Independent Non Executive Chairman at Wattle Health Australia, which is a Food & Beverage company with an estimated 14 employees; and founded in 2011. Peter is currently based in Abbotsford, Australia.
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Everyone comes out in their own way, in their own time. Innies + Outies brings you fascinating stories from diverse LGBTQIA+ Australians about coming out or staying in. From people struggling for acceptance to embracing their true selves — each story is packed with life lessons for queer Australians and the people who love them. Exploring a range of topics like coming out in high school, queer comedians who turn their trauma into jokes, and LGBTQIA+ folks who choose not to come out — Innies ...
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Reality Check Radio is an oasis of rational thought in an age of cancel-culture, censorship and false narratives. We cover the issues the establishment won’t, we challenge the voices the mainstream media don’t, and we believe you can discern the truth for yourself when given the full story. It’s time time welcome back common sense, open debate and reasonable discussion to the airwaves. Have a listen and see for yourself if the voice of reason isn’t music to your ears.
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In this limited podcast series, we’ve brought together a series of conversations with experts from medical science to finance to help demystify investing in biotech, medtech and digital health (also known as the life sciences). This podcast has been brought to you by Life Sciences WA (Western Australia’s Life Sciences Industry Association) in collaboration with Talking HealthTech. It has been possible with funding support from the West Australian government through the New Industries Fund an ...
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A Higher Branch Podcast is created for people who want to continuously upgrade their life. You will learn proven mindset tools to help you stay motivated and practical techniques to help you overcome fears and obstacles that often stop you from taking daily action. It is based on a proprietary operating system for living developed by Sam Makhoul over 30 years including The 8 areas of life and the Circle fo Conscious Living. Sam Makhoul holds a Master of Laws degree and is Founder and managin ...
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Greig Wilson: Courtney Place Precinct Group member and owner of businesses on string of hospitality closures in Wellington
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Hospitality sales are down up to 50 percent, according to member of Courtney Place Precinct Group and owner of Courtney Place businesses, Greig Wilson. Cafe and bakery chain Pandoro is the latest to close it’s doors after 28 years - in a string of hospitality closures in the capital. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Full Show Podcast: 6 September 2024
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 6 September 2024, Act leader David Seymour says Government agencies will soon receive direction to prioritise services based on need - not race. Hagley College in Christchurch is trialling letting students work from home two days a week. Plus the Sports Huddle debates whether the A…
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Sports Huddle: Second Springboks test match, Rob Nichol, Israel Adesanya, Raygun
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Newstalk ZB Canterbury Sports reader Nick Bewley and NZB Kiwi Head of Communications Andrew Gourdie join the huddle. They discuss the AB’s v Springbok’s test, old school tours of South Africa, Israel Adesanya’s parking controversy, and Raygun’s first interview post-Olympic Games. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Liam Napier: Chief Sports Writer at the Herald on the Springboks v All Blacks second test match this weekend
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The Springbok’s have made changes to their side ahead of the second test in Cape Town this weekend. Chief Sports Writer at the Herald Liam Napier tells Heather du Plessis-Allan the All Blacks will be looking to play the game at pace. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB
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Sue Barker: Charities law expert on three women suspended for unauthorised spending from wellbeing fund at Women's Refuge
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Women’s Refuge is in the spotlight following claims of unauthorised spending from a “wellbeing fund”. Three women at Whare Manaaki Porirua Women’s Refuge have been suspended while a forensic accountant goes over expenditure. Charities Law expert Sue Barker tells Heather du Plessis-Allan charities need public support and reputational controversies c…
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Chris Cahill: Police Association Chief Executive on police using force more often and facing increasing levels of violence
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Police are using force 9 percent more often and are facing increasing levels of violence. The Annual Tactical Options Report provides an overview of what officers face and the tactics they use. Nearly 1 in 10 events where force is used involves a gang member. The report reveals gang members are 25 percent more likely to be armed with a firearm than…
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David Seymour: Associate Health Minister on free GP visits for 14 to 24 year old Māori and Pasifika
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In Hawkes Bay, Health NZ has made GP visits for 14 to 24 year-olds free for Māori and Pasifika. Health Minister Shane Reti has requested “further information”. Associate Health Minister David Seymour tells Heather du Plessis-Allan Health NZ will soon face a directive that public services must be delivered on need not race – a party coalition commit…
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Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on China's warning to New Zealand after report finds examples of foreign interference
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China has issued a warning to New Zealand, following a report from the NZ Security Intelligence Services (NZSIS) that identified examples of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) influence here “smacks heavily of foreign interference”. China warns Aotearoa’s interests may be in jeopardy if it pushes other countries’ agendas. Senior Political Corresp…
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Mitch McCann: US correspondent on arrest of 14 year old suspect's father following fatal school shooting and Donald Trump wants Elon Musk to lead Government Efficiency Commission
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A 14-year old suspect has been put in custody following a fatal school shooting in Winder, Georgia, USA. In a dramatic development, the teenager’s father has been arrested with police saying he is directly connected to the actions of his son by allowing him to possess a weapon. US correspondent Mitch McCann tells Heather du Plessis-Allan the teenag…
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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks v Springboks rematch this weekend
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Sportstalk host D’Arcy Waldegrave joins Heather du Plessis-Allan to consider how the country should react to an All Blacks loss. “It’s how they lose that I’m interested in. Not the actual result, but how they got to that result.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB
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Derek Wenmoth: New Zealand Education Specialist on Hagley College in Christchurch trialling online learning
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A Christchurch school is trialling letting students work from home two days a week, to address falling attendance rates. Hagley College hopes to target students who struggle with attendance due to mental health concerns or sickness. The hybrid learning model will be offered to 20 NCEA Level 2 students. Students will attend 16 hours of in-person mat…
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the damning findings concerning London's Grenfell Tower fire tragedy
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Survivors of London's Grenfell Tower Fire are urging swift change from the UK Government in the wake of a scathing report. The 1600-page report from the public inquiry, published seven years after the tragedy, says all 72 deaths were avoidable. UK correspondent Enda Brady says dishonest companies and political failings have been blamed for the disa…
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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the state of the US housing market
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The US housing market has been undergoing an unusual period. Various aspects of the sector have been found to be running at different speeds - with new builds selling at significant highs and older homes selling at record lows. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains what's going on with the economy. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on his New Zealand Order of Merit honours
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Famed rural broadcaster Jamie Mackay has been appointed a member of the New Zealand Order of Merit. He was recognised earlier this year as part of the King’s Birthday Honours for services to broadcasting and the rural community. Mackay joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to recap the ceremony. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…
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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on oil prices slumping to their lowest level all year
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Global financial market turmoil overnight has come with a silver lining for motorists as oil prices have slumped to their lowest level this year. Cheaper petrol at the pump should follow in coming days after Brent Crude Oil fell 5 percent to US73.74 - a price not seen since mid-December 2023. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann unpacks the…
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The Huddle: Can Wellington Council justify spending $136,000 on a bike rack?
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Tonight on The Huddle, Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett and former Labour Party advisor Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Watercare struck a $20 million dollar deal with Waikato-Tainui in exchange for permission to take more water from the Waikato River - and kept it secret. What do we make of …
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Dr Rob Hales: Griffith Business School associate professor on the rise in corporations ditching their climate targets
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There's been a growing uptick in corporations ditching their green ambitions. Volvo Cars has abandoned its ambitious target to sell only electric cars by 2030 amid a global slowdown in growth for battery-powered vehicles. Sweden has recently scrapped their aviation tax on airline tickets in a bid to reduce prices and boost availability. Griffith Bu…
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Full Show Podcast: 05 September 2024
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 5 September 2024, Stacey Morrison speaks to Heather from Tūrangawaewae after a new Māori Queen was crowned. What do we know about the 27-year old and what will she bring to the role? Watercare boss Dave Chambers fronts up after it was revealed that Watercare agreed to a secret de…
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Dave Chambers: Watercare CEO on Watercare’s secret $20 million deal with Waikato-Tainui
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Watercare is under fire for keeping a $20 million deal with Waikato-Tainui under wraps. It's been revealed the Auckland Council-controlled water provider last year signed up to paying $1 million a year, for two decades. The money will go into research and environmental projects in the Waikato River and catchment. It's on top of $40 million paid for…
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Elliott Smith: ZB sports commentator on Scott Robertson's picks for the second test against the Springboks
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All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has made a few changes ahead of Saturday’s Rugby Championship rematch against the Springboks. Beauden Barrett and TJ Perenara have been benched, Sevu Reece and Cortez Ratima will be starting and Wallace Sititi will take the number 6 jersey. ZB sports commentator Elliott Smith says Razor is focused on getting the las…
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Maria Slade: BusinessDesk reporter on the release of the receiver's report into Du Val group
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PwC has identified accounting irregularities, complexities and a lack of auditing at failed Auckland property development group, Du Val. This first receiver's report says one area of concern is related-party transactions. BusinessDesk reporter Maria Slade says PwC has identified a $15 million intellectual property transaction between a trust belong…
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Stacey Morrison: Broadcaster on Ngā Wai hono i te pō being appointed the new Māori Queen
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Kīngi Tuheitia's youngest child has ascended the throne to become the new Māori Queen. 27-year-old Ngā Wai hono i te pō has been anointed, and her father laid to rest alongside his ancestors on Maungataupiri. Broadcaster Stacey Morrison says the young Queen is well-known. She says she stands out when she performs kapa haka. "That's when she is real…
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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the latest costly bike rack paid for by Wellington ratepayers
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Wellington ratepayers have reportedly paid more than $550,000 on the upgrade of a 32m laneway to accommodate a new designer bike rack and two extra motorbike parks. Work to install the bike rack in Wellington's Shell Lane, off The Terrace was carried out earlier this year - in addition to extra upgrades around the area, new security cameras and new…
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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Raygun's first big interview after the Paris Olympics
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Australian breakdancer Raygun is speaking out about the negative global reaction to her Olympic performance. Rachael Gunn says many people didn't understand her performance - and she was saddened to see how much hate it evoked. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson voiced his disapproval with her rise to fame. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis…
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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host outlines predictions for second All Blacks v South Africa clash
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New Zealand Rugby's embracing the support in Cape Town - as it remains a stronghold of All Blacks fandom. The All Blacks are set to play their second match against the Springboks this weekend, with New Zealand hoping to turn their luck around. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave weighs up the odds ahead of the big clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…
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Chris Luxon: Prime Minister on receiving support from Elon Musk
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The Prime Minister's welcoming support from a billionaire admirer. Elon Musk replied to a tweet by Chris Luxon this week - about being in Malaysia. The founder of SpaceX and Tesla wrote he likes the new New Zealand PM, adding he has good energy and talks directly to the public. Speaking from South Korea, Luxon was pleased to hear of the boost. "Tha…
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Don't feel too sorry for Raygun
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Having watched Raygun the Aussie breakdancer’s first big interview, which aired on The Project in Australia last night - I think it's pretty clear that you should not waste your emotions feeling sorry for her because she is making the most out of this. The natural inclination, obviously, is to feel sorry for her, because she completely embarrassed …
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent ahead of the release of the final report into the Grenfell Tower fire
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The final report on the Grenfell disaster is set to be published - six years after the inquiry began hearing evidence about what caused the incident. The fire caused the deaths of 72 people in a London tower block fire in 2017. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the report will examine how the tower block came to be in a condition that allowed the fi…
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Nick Tuffley: ASB chief economist on the outlook of the latest ASB Housing Confidence survey
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A new survey by ASB indicates Kiwis aren't expecting house prices to pick up again anytime soon. According to ASB's Housing Confidence survey, a net 13 percent of respondents believe house prices will go up - down more than 30 percent compared with last quarter. A net 20 percent of respondents now expect lower interest rates and only a net 8 percen…
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Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management Analyst on the 'fallen angels' in the US markets
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The US market is up almost 16 percent on the year - but big names like Starbucks, Nike, and Lululemon have been struggling. The consumer discretionary sector has jumped 4 percent, with a number of companies being dubbed 'fallen angels'. Milford Asset Management's Stephanie Batchelor explains how investors can proceed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.co…
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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on depositors rushing to take advantage of high interest rates
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Savers have rushed to lock in high interest rates ahead of the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR for the first time in more than four years. New RBNZ data shows households put an extra $2.1 billion in term deposits in July - which saw the amount of money held in term deposits rise to a record $136 billion. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibs…
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Andrew Bayly: Commerce Minister outlines solutions to boost competition in supermarket sector
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The Commerce Minister says a third big player in our supermarket sector is unlikely to come from overseas. A first annual Commerce Commission report on the grocery market has found no meaningful improvement in competition. It wants New Zealand's two major operators - Foodstuffs and Woolworths - pressured more and for it to be made it easier for a t…
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The Huddle: Is educating uni students about Taylor Swift useful?
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Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and podcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Do we appreciate trigger warnings in our media - or have they gone too far and ruined things? The Commerce Commission's first Annual Grocery Report found retail margins are inc…
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Full Show Podcast: 04 September 2024
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 4 September 2024, the Grocery Commissioner tells Heather Kiwis are still being ripped off at the supermarket checkout. A lawyer weighs in on the question of whether you should have to give up cash you find after a couple found $230,000 stashed away in the roof of their new house…
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Dougal Sutherland: clinical psychologist agrees that trigger warnings are overused
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'Trigger warnings' on sensitive content have been thrust into the spotlight after Hollywood actor Matt Smith criticised their use. The House of the Dragon star claimed giving viewers 'trigger warnings' has left TV shows 'dumbed-down'. Clinical psychologist Dougal Sutherland says these warnings aren't particularly useful - and can create problems in…
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Simon Laube: Early Childhood Council CEO supports ending pay parity for relievers
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Early childhood education providers are hopeful ending pay parity for relievers will allow more permanent roles. From October, only permanent part-time or full-time certified teachers will be paid according to the pay parity policy. The Early Childhood Council says 74 percent of its members support the exclusion. Chief executive Simon Laube approve…
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Paul Scofield: Canterbury Museum Senior Natural History Curator on the shocking insights about New Zealand's native fauna
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There's new insights into New Zealand's ancient fauna from a 20-year dig. An international team of palaeontologists researching the St Bathans fossil site in Central Otago have concluded kakapo, small wrens, bats and freshwater limpets arrived well before other well known species - like kiwi and moa. Canterbury Museum Senior Natural History Curator…
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I'm hoping the next supermarket call might be more promising
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There's a very big call on the supermarkets today - the Grocery Commissioner has accused them of ripping us off. Now, a lot of people will probably agree with that and think - what of it? But there's a difference between you or I feeling ripped off when you’re standing in front of the olive oil looking at a price of $30 and someone like the Grocery…
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Pierre van Heerden: Grocery Commissioner on the Commerce Commission's annual report criticising lack of competition in the sector
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The Grocery Commissioner says the returns our big supermarkets get on assets is about double what overseas equivalents make. The Commerce Commission's first annual report into the grocery market shows competition hasn't meaningfully improved. It flags increasing margins and high profitability. Pierre van Heerden says overseas grocers make less beca…
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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the results of the latest Roy Morgan political poll
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Roy Morgan’s New Zealand Poll for August 2024 shows support for the coalition Government has gone up in August. National's approval rating has jumped 3.5 points to 36 percent and support for NZ First increased 1 point to 7.5 percent - but support for ACT dropped 1.5 points to 9.5 percent. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the poll …
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Logan Church: US correspondent on US universities trying to tame Gaza protests as new year starts
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Over in the US, universities are trying to clamp down on student protests as the new academic year starts up. University leaders are expecting a new wave of protests as the conflict between Israel and Hamas rages on in Gaza. US correspondent Logan Church says security has tightened up at New York universities - with police guarding the campuses. LI…
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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the rugby touring proposal between New Zealand and South Africa
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A new touring proposal between New Zealand and South Africa has been reached, according to new reports. New Zealand will tour South Africa in 2026 with eight-games proposed - including three tests between the All Blacks and Springboks, before New Zealand hosts South Africa in 2030. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks this announcement. LISTEN…
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Warren Brookbanks: AUT law expert on the Christchurch couple fighting to keep $230,000 they found in their roof
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Finders keepers may not apply, as a young Christchurch couple fight to keep $230,000 they found in their roof. Open Justice reported that an electrician found five sealed plastic bags of cash, which the couple reported to authorities. Police took out a civil court case under the Criminal Proceeds Recovery Act, believing the cash is the product of c…
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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the Government's plan to crack down on mobile phone thefts
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The UK Government is committed to cracking down on mobile phone thefts, after a significant spike in incidents. New data shows at least 80,000 people have had their phones snatched out of their hands - with only one percent of these cases resulting in arrest. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the police can't arrest their way out of this epidemic, s…
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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of Australia's GDP announcement
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Australia's GDP data is set to be released tomorrow - and experts are outlining their predictions. This follows last week's inflation data, which is currently at 3.8 percent for the year to July. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham is predicting weak economic growth, but rate cuts aren't looking very likely. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the possibility of near-record farm gate milk price this season
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Growing global demand for dairy products and a flat milk supply could be setting the stage for a near-record farm gate milk price this season. With nine months left in the 2024-2025 season, Jarden and ANZ have outlined their predictions ahead of the latest GDT austion. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis…
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Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist unpacks how chief financial officers feel about New Zealand's business outlook
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New Zealand's chief financial officers have revealed their thoughts in a first of its kind survey. Hunter Campbell's report reveals 42 percent expect challenging conditions with positive opportunities over the next year. The survey also revealed 41 percent of CFOs met or exceeded their revenue growth target in 2024. Infometrics Brad Olsen says they…
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Miles Hurrell: Fonterra chief executive on the company's new Southland plant
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Fonterra is set to invest $150 million to build a new plant at its Edendale site in Southland to meet growing demand from Asia. The plant will produce UHT cream - a product that expected to experience growing demand over the next decade. Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell says this venture will open up at least 70 new jobs in the area. "We've got a strong …
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The Huddle: Are we too relaxed about potential foreign threats?
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Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! New Zealand's spy agency has issued a warning about potential foreign interference in the country. Are we too relaxed about potential threats? The Government has pushed up …
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Full Show Podcast: 03 September 2024
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 3 September 2024, the Government is hiking the tourism levy to $100 - against advice from the industry. But Tourism Minister Matt Doocey tells Heather it's not going to lead to fewer visitors. The boss of NZ's spy agency tells Heather there's a "realistic possibility" of a terrori…
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