A podcast for Kiwi farmers to stay up to date with the latest news and views shaping the future of farming in New Zealand. Tune in every fortnight as we take a deep dive into the big issues. Hosted by Ben Chapman-Smith.
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This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural. REX is the best of rural radio hosted by Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa. For more rural news and updates, head to www.rexonline.co.nz.
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A fresh and intelligent start to your day - catch the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business on Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, on Newstalk ZB.
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Hosted by broadcast legend Peter Williams.Real yarns with real down to earth kiwis about urban and rural issues. Bringing town and country together.On Air: 7am Saturdays & Sundays on Radio Central
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REX August 5th - Ag Consultant Ellie Cranswick, Gavin O'Donnell QSM and Angus Simms from Wonky Box
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Agriculture Consultant Ellie Cranswick about growing up farming in England, her consultancy roles and selling pet lambs... He talks with Gavin O'Donnell QSM about his farming career, balancing farming and conservation and life after farming... And he talks with Wonky Box co-founder Angus Simms about its new offeri…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 5th of August - the Government has unveiled their maths action plan, a new curriculum for primary and intermediate school students from next year. Ryan speaks to a principal about the changes. Kidscan have the longest waitlist in their 19-year history. Chief Executive Julie Chap…
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Martyn Weatherill: Laingholm Primary School doubtful the Government's new maths-based scheme will solve educational issues
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An Auckland principal isn't hopeful a new maths action plan will address the root problem. The Government is bringing forward a new curriculum to Term 1 next year, assessing twice yearly and establishing a $20 million boost for teachers' professional development. Laingholm Primary School principal Martyn Weatherill believes this isn't going to fix …
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Kay Oliver: UK correspondent on the rioting sweeping through Britain following Southport stabbing
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There's calls for the army to be deployed in the UK, where violent demonstrations are escalating for a seventh day. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has labelled the outbreaks as 'far-right thuggery'. They've continued to escalate since last week's stabbing rampage at a dance class left three children dead and several injured. This morning, 10 police of…
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Andrew Alderson: ZB sports reporter on Novak Djokovic winning gold at the Paris Olympics
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Novak Djokovic has won an elusive Olympic tennis singles gold medal. A 7-6, 7-6 win over Carlos Alcaraz in nearly three hours has seen him become the fifth player after Steffi Graf, Andre Agassi, Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams to win the four majors and a Games individual title. ZB sports reporter Andrew Alderson explains further. LISTEN ABOVE Se…
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Julie Chapman: KidsCan Chief Executive on the record number of school-aged children needing help from the organisation
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Demand for help from KidsCan has sky-rocketed in the last year. The charity is urgently appealing for donations as more than 10,000 children in 260 schools await help with food, shoes and clothing. Many don't qualify for the Government's free lunch scheme. KidsCan Chief Executive Julie Chapman says the wait-list has grown by more than 150 schools i…
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Ryan Bridge: Why are our councils discussing the war in Gaza?
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What are councils, local councils, regional councils? It should be a simple question. What is their purpose? I've always believed it's to take away my rubbish, put the street lights on. When I go to the toilet, you can take that away too. That's part of your job. Roads, rubbish, sewerage, swimming pools, maybe a library. Although we've got the inte…
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From New Zealand pastures to Chicago's markets
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Join us for an engaging conversation with Stu Davison, an NZ dairy farmer turn analyst now based in the US. Discover the differences between the political landscapes of New Zealand and the US, and how recent events are impacting global markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By rova | REX
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REX August 2nd - MIA Chair Nathan Guy, Billy Dowle from Natural Hound, Daniel Kenna Farmers and Wendy Paul from Growing Future Farmers
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Meat Industry Association Chair Nathan Guy about the recent Red Meat Sector Conference, the increasing competition in many of NZ's key export markets and signs of positivity in the sector... He talks with Bill Dowle from Natural Hound about his and soon-to-be wife Annabelle's range dog beds and covers using NZ woo…
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Kerri Williams: Olympic rower on their bronze medal in the Olympic Women's Four race
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New Zealand's medal haul at the Paris Olympics has increased by a rowing trifecta of gold, silver and bronze. Lucy Spoors and Brooke Francis took the gold in the double sculls, the men’s four of Logan Ullrich, Tom Murray, Matt Macdonald, and Ollie Maclean dipped their oars in the spoils with silver. And their female counterparts Jackie Gowler, Kerr…
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Darryn Fisher: North Chamber CEO says Transpower needs to front up and explain why they can't compensate Northland businesses for the power cut
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Northland businesses say Transpower needs to take responsibility for a fallen pylon and show face in Northland. Transpower's found contractor Omexom's team leader was distracted sandblasting, as unsupervised inexperienced workers removed the bolts from three legs at once. It says residents can contact their retailer for compensation, but they can't…
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Vincent McAviney: UK Correspondent gives Southport stabbing update, accused named
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The 17-year-old accused of the fatal Southport stabbings at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class has been named. Axel Rudakubana has made his first court appearance in the UK. British newspapers successfully argued the minor should be named, given public interest. Three children died and five more were critically injured in the attack earlier this wee…
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Jacqui Southey: Save the Children's Child Rights Advocacy Director says recommendations for child safety systems have been made for more than 20 years
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A children's rights advocate says calls for changes to New Zealand's child safety systems go well beyond the 2021 death of Tauranga five-year-old Malachi Subecz. The Independent Children's Monitor has found recommendations made following Malachi's death haven't happened, and tamariki are no safer today than when he died. But, Save the Children's Ch…
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Ryan Bridge: Keep doing what you're doing Karen Chhour
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Did you see the reaction to Donald Trump's comments yesterday? This is what he said about Kamala Harris' race: "She was Indian all the way and then all of a sudden she made a turn and she became a black person." What? The media rightly ran the story, and it was a big deal. Isn't questioning someone's race exactly what Rawiri Waititi did to Karen Ch…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 2nd of August, Gold, Silver, and Bronze for our rowers in Paris! Ryan speaks to medallist Keri Williams. Transpower says compensation is off the table for those impacted the major outage, which was caused by workers removing too many nuts of an Auckland power pylon. How are Northlan…
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REX August 1st - Chatto Creek Farmer & Author Matt Chisolm, Holly Turner from the Marlborough Falcon Trust and Life Coach Shane Bird
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with farmer, author, keynote speaker and journalist Matt Chisolm about his new book, 'The Road to Chatto Creek'... REX Producer and reporter Jo Grigg talks with falconer Holly Turner from the Marlborough Falcon Trust about falcon rearing, birds of prey and her time in the UK learning about falconry... And Dom talks wit…
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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent says Kamala Harris is set to reveal her running mate in the coming days
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Kamala Harris is set to reveal her running mate in the coming days. The current Vice President will be holding her first rally with her new vice presidential nominee on Tuesday, August 6th US time. The rally will be held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the campaign saying it will launch a four day “battleground tour”. US Correspondent Mitch McCann t…
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Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists ED on the new regional directors at Health NZ
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There’s confidence the new regional roles at Health New Zealand will offer something new. The Government's appointed four Deputy Chief Executives to run different regions from next month. It comes after its board was sacked and replaced by a sole commissioner. Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director Sarah Dalton told Ryan Bri…
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Tommy Honey: Construction Industry Council ED on the drop in building consents
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There's a belief New Zealand's building sector is still many months away from a rebound, as consents plummet. Stats NZ data shows fewer than 34,000 new homes were consented in the year to June. That's a 24% annual drop, and five-year low. Construction Industry Council Executive Director Tommy Honey told Ryan Bridge it's a continuation of a trend th…
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Leon Goldsmith: Middle East politics expert on the effects of the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh
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A Middle East politics expert says the assassination of a Hamas political leader will have reverberating effects. Iran's vowing to avenge the killing of Ismail Haniyeh after his reported death in an air strike in Tehran. It's declared three days of mourning and is promising what it calls "harsh punishment" against Israel. It follows an Israeli stri…
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Ryan Bridge: Where is the shame from breaking rules?
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This is not the most important story that you will hear today, but it grinds my gears. It's a small, seemingly insignificant event, but I think it speaks to two things that I absolutely hate about the world that we live in right now. It took place at cinema three in Pukekohe. You might have seen the video on the Herald website. So, two women and a …
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 1st of August, it's a throwback to the days of regional DHBs - Health NZ has announced four new regional directors. Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in Iran, so where could the conflict go to from here? Ryan speaks to a Middle East expert. Building consents are down - i…
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REX July 31st - Ag Journo Sandra Taylor from the Paris Olympics, Simon Millar from Pure Advantage, Rochelle Flint from Bremworth and Wayne Rewi from Rangiora Bakery
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with renowned agricultural journalist Sandra Taylor who's in Paris for the Olympics about her nephew Ben Taylor, who's part of the NZ rowing team, swimming in the Seine and croissants... He talks with Simon Millar, Executive Director with Pure Advantage, about its origins, purpose and vision for NZ's future... He talks…
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent gives an update on the stabbing at the Taylor Swift-themed dance class in the UK
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A nine-year-old girl has become the third child to die after a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in the UK. Two other girls, aged six and seven, died in the attack in northwest England on Monday. A 17-year-old boy remains in custody accused of murder and attempted murder following the incident in Southport. Eight other children suff…
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Campbell Barry: Local Government NZ Vice President on the NZIER report on the cost of Government reforms for councils
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The changing whims of different governments are putting financial pressure on councils. A report from NZIER has found central government underestimates what its reforms cost councils to implement. Local Government New Zealand is calling for more assistance from Government to help them carry the cost. Vice President and Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Bar…
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Andree Froude: Problem Gambling Foundation Director of Advocacy and Public Health on the changes to online gambling advertising regulations
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Moves to improve online gambling regulation will allow overseas online casinos to advertise in New Zealand from early 2026. The Minister of Internal Affairs says it will only apply to licensed operators and come with strict limits. The Problem Gambling Foundation says the advertising is a concern. Director of Advocacy and Public Health for the Prob…
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We all know something's broken in the way agricultural policy has been made in New Zealand, but what's the solution? How do we get farming regulations that actually work? Kerry Worsnop is a Gisborne sheep and beef farmer who's been on a mission to find answers through her Nuffield Scholarship. In this episode, Kerry explains what's wrong with the c…
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Michael Burgess: NZ Herald Sports Reporter on the postponing of the Men's Triathlon due to the Seine's water quality
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The River Seine fell short yesterday, leading to a last minute cancellation. The Men’s Triathlon was postponed due to the poor water quality in the river, after the cancellation of two prior training sessions. They’ve moved the event from 6pm last night to 8:45pm tomorrow, after the Women’s Triathlon. Michael Burgess, NZ Herald Sports Reporter, tol…
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Ryan Bridge: What are our wealthy politicians going to do with their tax cut?
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Income tax cuts kick in for us today and 94% of us will get a few extra bucks. Will it be swallowed up by your mortgage, or your insurance going up, or your rates? Probably, but better we get the money and decide what to do with it than the politicians, right? Also today, MPs get their first pay rise since 2017, and watch closely, watch those parti…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 31st of July, Local Government NZ say central government policies are costing councils and ratepayers more - LGNZ Vice President Campbell Barry speaks to Ryan. New licensing rules are on the way for online casinos, but do they go far enough? The Problem Gambling Foundation has co…
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REX July 30th - Roger Green from Maxwell Rodgers Fabrics, DINZ CEO Rhys Griffiths, Scott Rome from Waifield Farm and Stand Rivett from Netspeed
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Roger Green, owner of Maxwell Rodgers Fabrics, about having its wool throws featured in one of the world's leading interior magazines, his legacy with wool and the future of the industry... He talks with newly appointed Deer Industry NZ CEO Rhys Griffiths about his background, the opportunities for NZ deer velvet …
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Tom Saunders: Kiwi Olympic Sailor on the competition for the 1-person Dinghy men’s races
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New Zealand is still looking to secure their first medal in this year’s Olympic Games. They had a busy morning on Day Three, with multiple equestrian events, cycling, swimming, and the Black Ferns Sevens moving through to the semifinals. Kiwi Tom Saunders, one of the top laser sailors in the world, is in Paris for his first Olympics. He told Ryan B…
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Wayne Langford: Federated Farmers President on the low economic confidence of farmers
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Farmers still feel there are tough times ahead. The latest Farm Confidence report from Federated Farmers shows confidence has fallen over this year, with debt, interest rates, and banks the greatest concern. More than half of farmers are expecting conditions to deteriorate in the year ahead. Federated Farmers President Wayne Langford told Ryan Brid…
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Ginny Andersen: Labour's Justice Spokesperson on the proposed Firearm Prohibition Order laws
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There’s concerns a crackdown on gangs could go too far. Proposed Firearm Prohibition Order laws would expand bans on holding a firearms licence to people committing lower-level offences, and allow warrantless police searches of suspects. The Justice Select Committee is asking for it to be scaled back, concerned it gives police too much power. Labou…
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Ryan Bridge: I love watching the Olympics, but there have been a few dampeners
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I love watching the Olympics. I'm still watching, I'm still excited, but there are just a few little niggly things that are putting a slight dampener on it for me. The river Seine is dirty again. That's the second day with no practice. You've got to do a triathlon, you want to practice swimming in the river that you're going to compete in, but you …
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 30th of July, changes could be on the way for the Firearms Prohibition Order following recommendations from the Justice Select Committee. Committee Member and Labour MP Ginny Anderson talks to Ryan. Federated Farmers say farmer confidence remains at a historic low. Wayne Langford r…
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REX July 29th - Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch, Tim Henshaw from Westpac, Sarah Gilbertson from Ridge Top Farm and North Canterbury Young Viticulturist of the Year Nick McArthur
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the latest severe weather warnings, which areas are in for heavy snow and which places will be warmer than usual... He talks with Westpac Head of Agribusiness Tim Henshaw about its latest Red Meat paper, an overview of the global red meat market and the outlook for the sector... …
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Is it just me or does it feel like democracy is somewhat under threat or at risk? Just reading the international news headlines day in day out, it feels precarious. Trump, over the weekend if you missed it, is suggesting that he will fix the next election. And I know he's probably joking, but you never really tell with Donald Trump. "You won't have…
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Willow Jean Prime: Labour's Children's Spokesperson on bootcamp pilot programme for serious youth offenders starting today
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Oranga Tamariki’s bootcamp pilot programme for serious youth offenders starts today. The 12-month military style programme will see one-to-one mentoring with a focus on routine, physical activity and education. Labour’s children’s spokesperson Willow Jean Prime tells Ryan Bridge the programme is experimental and is taking place despite evidence tha…
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Gavin Grey: Europe correspondent on France's high speed rail network returning to normal after attack
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France’s high speed rail network is expected to be back to normal tomorrow after a co-ordinated attack on the infrastructure occurred before the Olympics Opening Ceremony. It’s estimated 800,000 have been affected. And, the UK Government is softening taxpayers up for widespread tax rises. Ministers are set to reveal a treasury audit of public spend…
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Andrew Alderson: ZB Sports on 49er sailors leading in Marseille, Lewis Clareburt's medal hopes
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Sailors Isaac McHardie and Will McKenzie are first after the opening day of the men's 49er competition off the Marseille coast. The pair triumphed immediately, before posting a third and an eighth. Meanwhile, in efforts to snag New Zealand’s first Olympic swimming medal since 1996, Lewis Clareburt faces tough competition in France’s Leon Marchand. …
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Brigitte Morten: Political Commentator on Darleen Tana being asked to resign again
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The Green Party held its annual General Meeting over the weekend – but focus remained on the Darleen Tana saga. Party leadership has written to Tana, formally requesting her resignation and response within 21 days. Delegates will hold a vote on September 1 on whether to invoke the waka jumping legislation and kick her out of parliament. Political c…
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday the 29th of July. The Government's serious young offender bootcamp trial starts today - Ryan speaks to Labour about their thoughts on the pilot programme. Darleen Tana has been asked again by her former party to resign from parliament. What are the next steps for the party? It's all…
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Navigating Leadership and Growth with Will Burrett
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Will Burrett, COO of Pāmu. Discover his journey from a young enthusiast to a respected leader in the agricultural sector. Will delves into the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the power of cultural connections. This discussion explores the heart of leading and growing in today's world. See omnys…
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REX July 26th - Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar from AgResearch, Mike Warren from Springbank School and Dr Andrea Judd from the Kaikoura Health Facility
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On today's podcast, Dom talks with Dr Kioumars Ghamkhar from AgResearch about its prototype Map and Zap system which uses AI to hunt weeds and eliminate them with a laser... He talks with the principal of Springbank School in Kerikeri, Mike Warren, about its humble beginnings in rural Northland, its unique outdoor curriculum and its upcoming 30th a…
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Erin Routliffe: NZ Tennis Olympian ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics
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Excitement is building in Paris as the Olympic Opening Ceremony draws near. In less than 24 hours, nearly 100 boats will be floating down the River Seine for the outdoor ceremony. 195 Kiwi athletes are in France for the Games, competing across 22 sports. Erin Routliffe is competing in the tennis doubles alongside Lulu Sun, and told Ryan Bridge that…
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David Seymour: Regulation Minister on the opposition to the Early Childhood regulatory review
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The Regulation Minister says people in Early Childhood tell them they're sick of the amount of red tape and regulation. Labour, Te Pati Māori, and the Greens have united against the Regulation Ministry's regulatory review. They claim the Government's making dangerous changes. The NZEI union is also calling for it to stop. David Seymour told Ryan Br…
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Kate Acland: Beef + Lamb Chair on the report on New Zealand's freshwater quality targets
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It’s being suggested that New Zealand's freshwater quality targets are unworkable. A Beef + Lamb-commissioned independent review shows more than a third of our rivers won't meet national sediments standards. That's even if agriculture is removed and catchments are returned to their natural state. Chair Kate Acland told Ryan Bridge they're asking fo…
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Ryan Bridge: Olympic spying - Send the entire Canadian team home
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Drone gate. It's all anyone is talking about at the Olympics. We've just lost to the Canadians by the way, 2 - 1 in the women's football. Imagine being that assistant coach and the analyst who were caught, who were busted. You know, you go to the Olympics, it's one of your proudest moments. Your family is behind you, your kids are cheering you on. …
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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 26th of July, the Olympics opening ceremony is just about here - Ryan speaks to kiwi tennis star Erin Routliffe. Beef and Lamb are up in arms about our water sediment targets - what's the solution? Opposition parties have united against the early childhood sector review - Ryan speak…
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