Best Gavin Brown Podcasts (2024)

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E341: Insightful Conversation with Assemblymember Marc Berman 32:58

13m ago32:58

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In this episode of SacTown Talks, host Jarhett interviews Assemblyman Marc Berman, who shares his journey from Palo Alto to Sacramento. Asm. Berman discusses his early life, education at Georgetown and USC, and experiences working on political campaigns across the country. He recounts his path to becoming a member of the Palo Alto City Council and …

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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

9m ago1:40:37

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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

12m ago9:12

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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

9m ago4:34

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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

18m ago3:04

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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

16m ago4:04

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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

27m ago6:37

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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

4m ago2:58

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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

5m ago2:47

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

12m ago1:41:11

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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

23m ago4:39

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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

12m ago5:43

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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

5m ago4:21

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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

12m ago9:45

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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

10m ago6:11

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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

19m ago2:28

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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

3m ago4:57

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

3h ago3:20

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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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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains the investing environment six months into 2024 4:24

4h ago4:24

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One expert says investors have had to pay more attention to their long-term goals this year. Ongoing inflation and changing economies have led investors to chop and change their short-term predictions as 2024 went on. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Minister Shane Jones wanting to bring back live animal exports 4:19

4h ago4:19

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Minister Shane Jones is still keen to bring back live animal exports sooner rather than later. In an interview on The Country, Jones made it clear in no uncertain terms that live animal exports would be good for the economy. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on New Zealand's GDP going up by 0.2 percent 3:15

4h ago3:15

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New Zealand's GDP grew 0.2 percent in March, according to new data. This officially takes the country out of a technical recession, but on a per-capita basis, it went backwards 0.3 percent. Experts predict a weak economy for the latter half of this year. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says the economy isn't likely to bounce back just …

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Chris Penk: Minister for Building and Construction on the Government's planned review into earthquake-prone buildings 4:20

4h ago4:20

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The Government has launched a new review designed to ensure earthquake-prone buildings are up to standard. The current NBS system has run into controversy, with the inadequate review of a Wellington hospital unit sparking concerns. Minister for Building and Construction Chris Penk says the current standards are very complicated - and he aims to mak…

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Full Show Podcast: 20 June 2024 1:40:15

4h ago1:40:15

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 20 June 2024, Finance Minister Nicola Willis reacts to news that our economy grew 0.2% in the first quarter, lifting NZ out of recession. The power is out across large parts of Northland - Energy Minister Simeon Brown says it could take a few days to bring everybody back on line.…

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The Huddle: Is Wellington Council's Chief Executive entitled to withhold information? 9:39

5h ago9:39

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Tonight on the Huddle, David Farrar and Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Wellington Council's CEO is under fire for trying to hide information from councillors. Is this a bad move? GDP rose 0.2 percent, bring New Zealand out of technical recession. Is this good news for the economy - or is t…

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Vern Cotter: Blues head coach ahead of their Super Rugby Final 3:03

5h ago3:03

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There's nerves in the air as the Blues gear up for their Super Rugby final this weekend. It's been 21 years since the franchise lifted a full Super Rugby title - something they can end against the Chiefs at a sold-out Eden Park on Saturday. Blues head coach Vern Cotter says the team are hoping to play well, but they've seen what the Chiefs can do o…

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Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister on the ongoing stoush in Wellington City Council over withheld information 4:21

6h ago4:21

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Ministers are keeping a close eye on Wellington City Council, over a stoush between councillors and officials. Some around the council table claim CEO Barbara McKerrow is withholding information from them. She'd devised new protocols limiting information councillors could request from officials. The proposal's been withdrawn after Local Government …

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Karen Rutherford: Newshub reporter suspects search for missing Marokopa man Tom Phillips is close to wrapping up 3:22

6h ago3:22

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Police don't think a letter from Tom Phillips is recent, or relevant to their search for him and his three children. Their mother, Cat, posted the letter on social media, while begging the public to help. Searches around Marokopa continue, with the $80,000 reward for information expiring in five days. Newshub reporter Karen Rutherford is in Marokop…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the GDP lifting 0.2 percent, according to latest data 4:35

6h ago4:35

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The Finance Minister says there's still better days to come for the economy as New Zealand exits a technical recession. Stats NZ figures show GDP rose 0.2 percent in the three months to March, and the same amount for the year. Minister Nicola Willis says it's still tough out there for Kiwi workers - and the Government still has work to do. "Good ne…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on New Zealand's GDP rising by 0.2 percent 6:16

7h ago6:16

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New GDP data shows New Zealand's out of a technical recession - but the nation's not out of the woods just yet. Stats NZ figures show GDP rose 0.2 percent in the three months to March, and the same amount for the year. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says it's a good result for the new Government, but there's room for a bigger victory…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on police hunting down a driver following deadly NSW road rage incident 4:18

7h ago4:18

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Police are on the hunt as details about a deadly road rage accident in NSW continue to emerge. Authorities have revealed a 27-year-old was killed after he got out of his vehicle to respond to threats from the driver following him. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says witnesses have claimed the alleged killer was driving a ute - and an appeal h…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on NZ Football calling in facilitators to repair rifts in Football Ferns 4:51

7h ago4:51

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A leaked letter has revealed NZ Football plans to start a 'restorative process' to repair rifts within the Football Ferns weeks out from the Olympics. The moves were outlined in a letter NZ Football chief executive Andrew Pragnell sent to players after an employment investigation into coach Jitka Klimkova. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave speculat…

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Caril Cowan: Extinction Rebellion Auckland member on Stonehenge being sprayed by Just Stop Oil protestors 4:35

7h ago4:35

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Two Just Stop Oil protestors have been arrested after the vandalisation of Stonehenge. Activists from the group were caught spraying the monument with orange powder paint - and Rishi Sunak and Keir Starmer have condemned the incident. Extinction Rebellion Auckland member Caril Cowan is defending Just Stop Oil, claiming the paint they used did no pe…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK inflation hitting 2 percent for the first time in almost 3 years 4:24

1d ago4:24

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Over in the UK, inflation has hit the Reserve Bank's target for the first time in nearly three years. Prices rose by 2 percent in the year to May, down from the previous 2.3 percent. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says these stats will likely come into play ahead of July's general election. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Prime Minister's business dealings in Japan 2:56

1d ago2:56

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Prime Minister Luxon's managed to find himself in hot water after some off-colour comments about previous business delegations. Ahead of his trip to Japan, the Prime Minister said the calibre was lacking in earlier delegations, labelling prior groups 'C-list'. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains why Luxon's comments seeme…

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Susan Kilsby: ANZ agricultural economist on the latest carbon auction failing 3:32

1d ago3:32

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The second carbon auction of the year failed with no bids made. 4,075,700 New Zealand Units were on offer at the June auction - prompting zero interest from potential buyers. ANZ agricultural economist Susan Kilsby explains why the market didn't feel the need to turn up for this. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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