Best Barry And Bernie Podcasts (2024)

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirming the election will take place in July 4:10

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Prime Rishi Sunak has recently announced the UK will have a general election on July 4. Sunak has promised to earn voters' trust and prove to them only a Conservative government led by him will not put economic stability at risk. UK correspondent Enda Brady explains the collective outlook following Sunak's announcement. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on copper prices jumping up 25 percent 4:24

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Copper prices have surged this year by 25 percent, according to new data. Copper has a broad level of demand, with plenty of industries relying on this commodity. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains how copper can be a barometer of the human economy. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Zespri's growers getting paid record prices for their kiwifruit 3:31

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Kiwifruit producer Zespri’s profit has dropped 27 per cent but growers have been paid record prices for their output. Zespri reported a net profit after tax of $173.3 million for the 2023-24 financial year - down from $238.7m the year prior. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains what this means for the sector. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large one week out from Budget 2024 3:36

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One week ahead of this year's Budget day, the Finance Minister has warned Kiwis shouldn't expect too much. Minister Nicola Willis warned the Government faces a significant structural deficit of $6 billion a year - and changes will need to be made to fix that. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains how this warning could potentially i…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Nicola Willis' 'no-frills' pre-Budget speech 5:43

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The Finance Minister turned up to readjust expectations ahead of this year's Budget. Addressing the Employers and Manufacturers Association in Auckland this afternoon, Nicola Willis has warned the Government faces a structural deficit. That's the fact Government spending has way exceeded tax revenue, and it's projected to continue without significa…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia recording two cases of bird flu 5:30

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There's concerns from epidemiologists as the threat of bird flu rears its head. Australia has recorded its first human case of the H5N1 strain, in a child returning to Victoria from India. Another case was later found in an egg farm within the region. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says both of these cases have been dealt with - but it's stil…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Crusaders coach Rob Penney getting caught making derogatory remarks about a reporter 4:11

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Crusaders coach Rob Penney has found himself caught in a storm of backlash over a hot-mic comment. Penney was picked up using a derogatory term to describe a reporter after responding to questions about his performance and future with the side losing 10 out of 12 games this season. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the controversy further. …

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Full Show Podcast: 23 May 2024 1:39:46

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 23 May 2024, the Government's unveiled its mining strategy and it sounds very much like "drill, baby, drill". Patrick Phelps from Minerals West Coast tells Heather about the opportunities that lie in the ground. Former defence advisor for French President Emmanuel Macron, General…

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The Huddle: Is Shane Jones' mining scheme giving people false hope? 10:04

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Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Richard Hills and TV3 broadcaster Paddy Gower joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! More experts and advocates have voiced support for Minister Shane Jones' plan to boost mining efforts and remove red tape. Is this a good idea - or is it giving people false hope? Crusa…

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John Kensington: KPMG partner agrees with RBNZ Governor that the banks need competition 5:50

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Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has called out the nation's biggest banks over their profit margins and lack of competition The banks have since claimed their margins in New Zealand are bigger than they are overseas - thanks to certain capital requirements. KPMG partner John Kensington says Orr's comments were a little harsh - but more competition…

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Dominique Trinquand: former Defence Advisor to Emmanuel Macron on the increased tensions in New Caledonia 3:49

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Tensions are high in New Caledonia, as France's President meets officials in the region. The violence is over voting reforms that indigenous Kanaks say would dilute their vote - and undermine their struggle for independence. Six people have died and new barricades have been appearing across the capital. Emmanuel Macron's former Defence Advisor, Dom…

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Patrick Phelps: Minerals West Coast manager on Minister Shane Jones' plan to cut mining barriers 4:01

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Advocates and experts are supporting the resource minister's plan to cut barriers to mining. Shane Jones has outlined a draft strategy for the industry. He wants a stock-take of available minerals and to double export value in 10 years. Minerals West Coast manager Patrick Phelps says you could get a feel for New Zealand's resources within a year or…

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Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders chief executive on the fallout from coach Rob Penney's derogatory comments 3:23

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Crusader chief executive Colin Mansbridge has offered a defence after their coach was scrutinised after their ten-loss Super Rugby season. Coach Rob Penney is in hot water after getting caught referring to a journalist in a derogatory manner after facing questions over his future in the role. Penney's apologised to Mansbridge - who in turn apologis…

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Sarah Hogan: NZIER deputy chief executive on the new research revealing a quarter of primary teachers didn't pass NCEA level 1 standards 7:29

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Concern over a quarter of new primary teachers not passing NCEA Level 1 maths. The Institute of Economic Research has analysed NCEA achievement of those starting between 2017 and 2022. It found more than half didn't pass Level 1 science. Deputy chief executive and principal economist, Sarah Hogan, says this confirms what other studies have claimed …

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Ken Coull: husband of Tauranga Hospital patient raises alarm over abuse and neglect of patients 6:10

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There's concerns over possible abuse and neglect at Tauranga Hospital. Associate Health Minister Casey Castello is asking for a report on the hospital - after a video's showed an elderly patient lying on the ground. It shows a patient in the mental health services for older people unit crying for help - as people walk past him. Ken Coull, the husba…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK inflation dropping to 2.3 percent 4:21

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Over in the UK, inflation has dropped to 2.3 percent, the lowest in 3 years. It heaps pressure on the Bank of England to cut high interest rates - and gives the Government a welcome boost. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this drop is significant - but it's not as low as predicted. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Huddle: What can we do about Te Pati Māori? 10:31

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Tonight on the Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Te Pati Māori managed to raise a few eyebrows over their comments about Children's Minister Karen Chhour, with the party accusing her of having disdain for her own people. Was …

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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Gentrack's strong market performance 3:32

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Experts say Gentrack is well placed to capture the opportunities created by changes to the utilities and airport sectors. A surging Gentrack gave the New Zealand sharemarket and the company reporting season a positive tone with strong revenue growth and an earnings upgrade. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains Gentrack's financial grow…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank revealing they considered hiking the OCR 3:41

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The Reserve Bank left the OCR unchanged today - but people may have to hold out for rate cuts. RBNZ Governor Adrian Orr revealed the bank considered hiking rates past 5.5 percent, and there's still scope for a potential hike this year. The committee also pushed out its projected timeframe for its first OCR cut from mid-2025 to around September 2025…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Te Pati Māori's controversial comments about Minister Karen Chhour 6:32

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Te Pati Māori managed to raise a few eyebrows over their comments about the Children's Minister. Karen Chhour's bill to remove section 7AA from the Oranga Tamariki Act passed its first reading yesterday. Responding to the Bill, Te Pati Māori has said since Chhour was raised by Pakeha, she has a disconnection and a disdain for her own people. ZB sen…

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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Donald Trump refusing to take the stand in hush money trial 3:51

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Fireworks as the defence wraps up in Donald Trump's hush money case. The former president is facing charges of falsifying business documents after allegedly paying off porn star Stormy Daniels. Trump's decided not to take the stand, and jurors will now prepare for deliberations. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says unless any significant news break…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Players' Association threatening to split from NZR over governance structure reform 3:55

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New Zealand Rugby Players' Association boss Rob Nichol has lambasted the provincial unions' proposal for governance reform, which will be voted on at next week's special general meeting. The body have threatened to divorce New Zealand Rugby if that option is selected. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.c…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 May 2024 1:40:08

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 22 May 2024, the Reserve Bank has delivered a "hawkish shock" today. Kiwibank Chief Economist tells Heather the RBNZ even considered hiking the Official Cash Rate, with cuts now further into the distance. Children's Minister Karen Chhour is hitting back at Te Pati Maori which qu…

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Doug Moss: former airline pilot and safety consultant warns flights with dangerous turbulence could be more common 4:12

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One expert has warned flights with severe turbulence could become more common, due to climate change. Overnight, one person was killed and several were injured after a Singapore Airlines flight hit turbulence and descended 1,800 meters in three minutes. Former airline pilot and safety consultant Doug Moss says clear air turbulence is difficult to d…

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Sir Geoffrey Nice: Former International Criminal Court prosecutor says US out of line over Netanyahu arrest warrant response 8:12

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One former International Criminal Court prosecutor says the US was 'out of line' by attacking the court for seeking arrest warrants for Israel's PM. The ICC's is looking to get an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Sir Geoffrey Nice says the US is 'very unwise' to oppose the actions of the Court.…

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Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on the Government's plan to scrap First Home Buyers Grant to fund social housing 3:02

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The Government says scrapping the First Home Grant scheme is another example of tough decisions it has to make this Budget. It has also announced $140 million in new funding for 1500 new social housing places. Housing Minister Chris Bishop says everyone sympathises with first home buyers, but they have to focus on a more vulnerable group of people.…

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Karen Chhour: Children's Minister hits back at Te Pati Māori over 'disdain' comments 3:25

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The Children's Minister says the word racism is chucked around too much in Parliament. A Bill by Karen Chhour that removes some Treaty obligations from the Oranga Tamariki Act passed its first reading yesterday. It's prompted fiery and emotional speeches in the House, and Labour's Children's Spokesperson called Chhour a 'sell out'. On social media,…

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Mike King: I Am Hope founder on the Government putting $24 million into the foundation 3:01

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The founder of I Am Hope says every cent of a funding boost will go into mental health counsellors. The Government has announced the Budget will include $24 million going into Mike King's Gumboot Friday initiative over four years. It gives under-25s free counselling. King says kids often take on the stress of adults around them. "It's huge for the …

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Social housing must take priority over the First Home Buyers Grant 2:22

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Now, on this decision by the Government to cut the First Home Buyers Grant in order to put the money into social housing instead- I've got to be honest, on principle, it's not the kind of thing I love. Because I'd personally much rather the Government give a helping hand to Kiwis trying to do the right thing rather than constantly bailing out the d…

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Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank economist warns there's a risk the OCR won't be cut until 2025 3:10

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An economist says there's a risk the Reserve Bank won't cut the OCR until next year. It's kept the Official Cash Rate at 5.5 percent today, unchanged over a year with seven consecutive holds. Kiwibank's, Jarrod Kerr says there is worry it won't be cut until February. However, his bank's outlook remains the same. "Our forecast has inflation dropping…

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Pete Winchester: Canterbury Rugby chair on the NZ Rugby Players' Association threatening to split with NZ Rugby 6:05

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The New Zealand Rugby Players' Association have outlined a plan to replace the governing body if the vote at next week's special general meeting goes against them. Last year's independent review formed the basis of a proposal to overhaul the governance structure. Canterbury Rugby chair Pete Winchester says this eleventh-hour update is likely to gal…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Britain's infected blood scandal racking up £10bn in compensation costs 4:28

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It's been predicted over £10 billion could be given to the victims impacted by Britain's infected blood scandal. More than 30,000 people received infected blood and products in the 1970s and 80s, from the state-funded National Health Service. 3,000 people died, and thousands more contracted hepatitis or HIV. UK correspondent Enda Brady says Prime M…

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Geoffrey Miller: geopolitical analyst on the ICC applying for arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders 5:04

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The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has applied for arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and top Hamas leaders. Prosecutor Karim Khan says these warrants have been put forward for alleged crimes committed during the Hamas-led October 7 attack and the subsequent war on Gaza. Geopolitical analyst Geof…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra's consumer brands experiencing uptick in demand 3:35

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Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell says his phone's been 'running hot' following last week’s announcement. Fonterra plans to divest its consumer businesses, including Anchor and Mainland - overseas operations Fonterra Oceania and Fonterra Sri Lanka. The Country's Jamie Mackay reveals which investors have been expressing interest. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudi…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist ahead of tomorrow's OCR update 2:31

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All eyes are on the Reserve Bank, ahead of tomorrow's OCR update. The RBNZ is predicted to hold the cash rate steady at 5.5 percent - potentially marking a full year since the last rate change. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen predicts the new forecast hasn't moved since February. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on David MacLeod being stood down for failing to declare donations 6:06

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National's David MacLeod has admitted to making a high-profile slip-up. Macleod has lost his select committee roles for failing to declare 19 candidate donations, worth $168,000. He says he mistakenly believed those 2022 donations were already logged. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this could set MacLeod's political career back.…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Northern Territory government introducing new curfew laws 3:56

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Over in Australia, Northern Territory police could soon enact more snap curfews under new legislation. The 'Police Administration Bill' gives the Police Commissioner the ability to implement three-day curfews in the region. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this comes off the back of a 'successful' three week curfew for minors in Alice Spri…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Warriors' picks for their Sunday clash against the Dolphins 3:32

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The Warriors have welcomed back some injured players ahead of their clash against the Dolphins at Mt Smart this weekend. Marata Niukore, Rocco Berry, Freddy Lussick and Te Maire Martin and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad are some of the names confirmed to play on Sunday's match. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudi…

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Full Show Podcast: 21 May 2024 1:40:41

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 21 May 2024, the Defence Force has begun its rescue mission of Kiwis stuck in New Caledonia. Foreign Minister Winston Peters tells Heather why French authorities have been so reluctant to let them in. Can you smoke a spliff on the weekend and drive the next day? Transport Minister…

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The Huddle: Will roadside tests help crack down on drug-driving? 7:36

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Tonight on The Huddle, Nick Mills from ZB's Wellington Mornings and government relations consultant Kaine Thompson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government has confirmed they plan to roll out roadside drug testing later this year, allowing police to randomly screen drivers to crack down on drug-driv…

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Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on SkyCity being forced to pay multi-million dollar penalty for breaches 3:07

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SkyCity will pay more than $4 million for breaching obligations to prevent money laundering and terrorism. A Department of Internal Affairs review found multiple breaches over five years, including failures in risk assessment, compliance and account monitoring to counter money laundering and terrorism financing. Forsyth Barr Head of Research Andy B…

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Simeon Brown: Transport Minister on the Government's plan to roll out randomised roadside drug testing 4:44

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The Government says it'll roll out randomised roadside drug testing later this year. Legislation's being introduced to allow Police to randomly screen drivers for drugs, similarly to testing for drink-driving. Doing two roadside tests would make false positives less likely. Transport Minister Simeon Brown says it's one of the biggest killers on our…

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Nicola Legat: NZ Book Awards Trust chair on Prime Minister Luxon's frosty reception at the Ockham national book awards 3:57

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According to Newsroom, Prime Minister Luxon's unexpected appearance at the Ockham national book awards was met with disapproval from the crowds. The piece claims Luxon was mocked and dismissed by attendees, with MC Jack Tame and two authors getting some digs in. The Trust disputes this version of events, saying that author Steve Braunias "rather ov…

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David MacLeod: National MP for New Plymouth apologises after failing to declare 19 candidate donations 2:02

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National's MP for New Plymouth has been apologising after failing to declare 19 candidate donations. David MacLeod claimed $168,000 of donations from 2022 weren't filed last year because he believed they already had been, an error the Party picked up last week. He's been stripped of his roles on the Environment and Finance Select Committees - and b…

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Winston Peters: Foreign Minister on the first flight set to rescue trapped Kiwis from New Caledonia 4:32

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Winston Peters says multiple Defence Force flights will collect Kiwis from New Caledonia in the coming days. The first C-130 Hercules has touched down at Noumea's Magenta Aerodrome, the island's domestic airport. It will bring about 50 people back to Auckland tonight. Foreign Minister Winston Peters says French authorities are confident people can …

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Bernie Smith: former Monte Cecelia Housing Trust chief executive on the Government's plan to diversify social housing 3:17

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There's changes coming for social housing in New Zealand, off the back of a damning review of Kāinga Ora. Prime Minister Chris Luxon has expressed interest in diversifying social housing - and whether these options come from Kāinga Ora or community providers is yet to be determined. Former Monte Cecelia Housing Trust chief executive Bernie Smith sa…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: You don't have to applaud a politician 2:17

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Judging by the list of the most popular reads on any particular website, it seems quite a few of us have now read the account of how rude the audience at the Ockham Book Awards were to the Prime Minister. According to Steve Braunias, when Luxon was welcomed onto the stage, the "applause basically sounded like one hand clapping" - and after his spee…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the public inquiry into the infected blood scandal publishing findings soon 3:31

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The public inquiry into the infected blood scandal, known as the biggest treatment disaster in NHS history, is due to publish its findings soon. Over 30,000 people were infected with HIV and hepatitis C from 1970 to 1991 by contaminated blood products and transfusions, with 3,000 having died since. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says thousands of peop…

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Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Chinese ambassador Wang Xiaolong issuing a warning to the nation about joining AUKUS 4:22

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Chinese ambassador Wang Xiaolong has issued a warning to New Zealand over the prospect of joining AUKUS. In a speech delivered to the China Business Summit in Auckland, Xiaolong said China's relationship with New Zealand had reached a critical juncture - and joining AUKUS could impact that. NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says this stance…

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Māmari Stephens: Victoria University law lecturer on the role tikanga plays in the rule of law 8:16

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There's been questions raised about the purpose of tikanga - and the role it should play in the rule of law. Senior King’s Counsel Gary Judd has filed a complaint to the Government’s Regulations Review Committee over incoming compulsory tikanga Māori studies for law students. Judd claims he filed this complaint because up until now, the curriculum …

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