Best NZ Herald Podcasts (2024)

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the uptick in mortgage holders switching banks 3:09

18h ago3:09

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Elevated interest rates have encouraged mortgage holders to switch banks at a record rate. The value of mortgages refinanced by a new bank climbed to $1.75 billion in July – the largest amount since at least 2017, when the Reserve Bank started publishing this data. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny unpacks the market factors enc…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the German far-right winning their first state election since World War II 4:56

8m ago4:56

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Germany's far-right has secured its first state parliament win since the second World War. The anti-immigration party Alternative for Germany won a third of the vote in the eastern state of Thuringia - but may not be able to form a Government. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this news has sent shockwaves across the EU. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.…

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Dean Hamilton: Ryman Healthcare executive chair defends price hikes and job cuts 6:26

12m ago6:26

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Retirement village operator Ryman Healthcare is raising prices and slowing down construction efforts to repair its financial holes. The company has raised its deferred management fee (DMF) and made three senior executives redundant in order to get profits back up. Ryman Healthcare executive chair Dean Hamilton says people are living longer and stay…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on financial markets pricing in interest rate cuts 2:03

11m ago2:03

2:03

Markets around the world are pricing in potential cuts to interest rates. Last Friday saw PCE inflation in the US rise 0.2 percent over the month to be up 2.6 percent on a year ago, bolstering federal rate cut expectations. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explains why this has been happening. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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The Huddle: Do we think 'dynamic pricing' needs regulation? 9:38

20m ago9:38

9:38

Tonight on The Huddle, Josie Pagani from Child Fund and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayer's Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Do we need tighter regulations around 'dynamic pricing'? The UK Government has announced investigation after Oasis tickets went on sale. Do we agree with this move? The Governm…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on her plans to fix the health sector 9:41

17m ago9:41

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis says she's determined to ensure the health system is as efficient and effective as possible. A survey by the General Practice Owners Association says 83 percent of respondents are worried about their long-term viability - with 89 percent of them planning to increase patient fees Willis has promised the health system w…

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Full Show Podcast: 02 September 2024 1:40:44

1h ago1:40:44

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday 2 September, the College of Midwives defended giving new mothers tea and toast after one Wellington hospital stopped offering it. Transport Minister Simeon Brown unveiled the National Land Transport Plan - and explained why funding for speed bumps had to be cut. More GPs have voiced…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I can't wait to see what comes out of the Oasis ticketing fiasco 2:21

23m ago2:21

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I'm going to be fascinated to see what comes of the Oasis ticketing fiasco in the UK - but I imagine it would be nothing. What's happened is that Oasis tickets went on sale this weekend for as low as $280, but after spending hours in the online queues to get the tickets, they were $710 by the time people got to buy them - plus fees on top of that. …

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Jon Duffy: Consumer NZ CEO on Ticketmaster's 'dynamic pricing' controversy impacting Oasis tour tickets 4:43

29m ago4:43

4:43

Consumer New Zealand says Ticketmaster's 'dynamic pricing' for the Oasis tour tickets is likely to be following the law. People have complained after wildly different rates were charged on the same tickets. Consumer New Zealand CEO Jon Duffy says as long as Ticketmaster is transparent prices can change, it's not breaking the law. He says transparen…

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Steve Gordon: former All Black on the controversy surrounding the team's haka at Ellis Park 3:50

13m ago3:50

3:50

There were a few raised eyebrows as the All Blacks' pre-match haka was drowned out at Johannesburg’s Ellis Park. The team's rendition of Kapa O Pango was interrupted by chanting - and music, pyrotechnics and a flyover from an Emirates Airlines A380 jet. Former All Black Steve Gordon says this felt disrespectful to the All Blacks. "I think they real…

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Samantha Murton: College of General Practitioners President on more clinics voicing concerns about their long-term viability 2:10

8m ago2:10

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There's a real likelihood GP clinics will close, as the financial squeeze goes on. A survey by the General Practice Owners Association has found 83 percent of respondents are worried about their long-term viability. College of General Practitioners President Samantha Murton says practices with several branches will have to reduce sites. "There will…

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Simeon Brown: Transport Minister on the Government's new National Land Transport Plan 3:51

26m ago3:51

3:51

The Transport Minister says today's National Land Transport Plan shouldn't surprise councils. Simeon Brown's unveiled the new $32.9 billion scheme, which includes $5.5 billion for pothole prevention, and $7 billion for state highway improvements. Brown says this is the end of funding for speed-bumps, a change councils were already told about in the…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Minister Simeon Brown unveiling new direction for transport 4:17

18m ago4:17

4:17

The Government's earmarked an extra $32.9 billion as part of its new National Land Transport Plan for the next three years. The plan includes $5.5 billion for pothole prevention and $7 billion for state highway improvements. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Auckland motorists will see the full benefits of this scheme - but there's…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on an animal handler being attacked by a tiger at a theme park 5:02

24m ago5:02

5:02

An Australian animal handler has been hospitalised after a tiger mauled her at the Gold Coast theme park, Dreamworld. The woman was transported to hospital on Monday morning in a stable condition, with injuries to her arm. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says investigations have started up, with park staff conducting a thorough review. LIS…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks losing to South Aftrica 4:20

11m ago4:20

4:20

The All Blacks accept they need to be better in the closing stages of test matches as they move to Cape Town for the second test against the Springboks. The team failed to score in the final quarter of their three Rugby Championship tests - including the 31-27 loss in Johannesburg. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains what comes next. LISTEN ABOVE S…

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Alison Eddy: College of Midwives chief executive defends giving toast to new mothers 5:10

25m ago5:10

5:10

The College of Midwives wants new mums given toast. The Minister Shane Reti has asked for a re-think of not offering toast at Wellington Hospital to those who've just given birth. Health NZ had been advised it was nutritionally sub-optimal. College of Midwives chief executive, Alison Eddy, says toast is long-standing offering at such a time. "There…

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How wild will our spring weather be - and is La Nina still coming our way? 13:18

1h ago13:18

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Winter has come to an end, and it's been a wet last few weeks. A burst of rain in August culminated in flooding in Wellington and saturated days for the rest of us. With us heading now into spring, the hope is that with longer days fast approaching, we might start to see some warmer weather again soon. For an outlook on weather in the months ahead,…

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Tim Brown: On buying into the new Auckland FC league franchise 4:14

19m ago4:14

4:14

All birds founder and former All Whites footballer Tim Brown has bought into the new Auckland FC league franchise. Brown has taken a 1.56% stake in the club.. alongside fellow former All Whites Winston Reid and Noah Hickey. Tim brown told Heather du Plessis-Allan he sees nothing but good coming from this. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Days 22 and 23: Defence opens their case with Pauline Hanna's sister 29:41

1h ago29:41

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After nearly five weeks of witnesses, The Crown has closed its case in the trial of Philip Polkinghorne. The former Auckland eye surgeon is accused of murdering his wife, Pauline Hanna, who was found dead on 5 April, 2021. He maintains she took her own life. The Crown closed its case with more on Polkinghorne’s arrest, Police searches, and a last m…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 30 August 2024 1:40:30

36m ago1:40:30

1:40:30

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 30 August 2024, Philip Polkinghorne's defence has begun in his murder trial today. Herald reporter Craig Kapitan tells Heather who the surprising first witness was, and why Polkinghorne's mistress won't take the stand. TVNZ's chief executive Jodi O'Donnell joins Heather in studio t…

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Sports Huddle: Our America's Cup boat is broken - are we stuffed? 9:49

17m ago9:49

9:49

Tonight on The Sports Huddlle, Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Elliot Smith and sports journalist Nicky Styris joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Our America's Cup boats is broken - are we stuffed? Ellis park All Blacks vs Springboks - are we stuffed? Is Lydia Ko New Zealand's greatest ever golfer? how many mo…

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Matt Doocey: Mental Health Minister: On police stepping back from mental-health callouts 3:47

5m ago3:47

3:47

The Mental Health Minister is confident about moving emergency responses to people in acute mental distress to health experts, rather than Police. Police say they'll be phasing rollout - of stepping back from mental-health callouts, over a year, starting in November. They'll lift the risk threshold for turning up - and start reducing how long offic…

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Barry Soper: The week that was 4:53

8m ago4:53

4:53

Senior political correspondent Barry Soper discusses the following topics with Heather du Plessis-Allan. The Greens taken to court...Fuel tax to be scrapped but will it be any cheaper to drive?..Did Māori cede sovereignty? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Shane Te Pou: On who will take on the Te Kiingi's mantle (1) 2:40

2m ago2:40

2:40

Tributes have flowed for the Maori King on his death, including from King Charles. Kīngi Tuheitia died peacefully this morning after he had been in hospital recovering from heart surgery. Political Commentator, Shane Te Pou, told Heather du Plessis-Allan the Tainui waka council, and Maori leaders around Aotearoa, will decide who takes on the Te Kii…

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Shane Te Pou: On who will take on the Te Kiingi's mantle 2:40

15m ago2:40

2:40

Tributes have flowed for the Maori King on his death, including from King Charles. Kīngi Tuheitia died peacefully this morning after he had been in hospital recovering from heart surgery. Political Commentator, Shane Te Pou, told Heather du Plessis-Allan the Tainui waka council, and Maori leaders around Aotearoa, will decide who takes on the Te Kii…

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Craig Kapitan: On the defence kicking off their case in the Philip Polkinghorne murder trial 3:47

10m ago3:47

3:47

The defence has kicked off their case in the Philip Polkinghorne murder trial. The Auckland eye surgeon's accused of killing his wife, Pauline Hanna, in their home in 2021. The defence says Hanna took her own life. It called its first witness, Pauline's sister Tracey, who believes Hanna took her own life. The Herald's Craig Kapitan told Heather du …

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: It looks like trouble is not nearly close to being over for TVNZ 2:20

40m ago2:20

2:20

Yeah, it looks like the trouble is not nearly close to being over for TVNZ, the news out today is that they've made the loss that we were expecting about 29,000,000 bucks and it is not ending there. They now have to find another $30 million worth of savings to make another 30 million, which basically what they've just done and they need to do that …

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How does the Government plan to tackle infrastructure? 34:20

1h ago34:20

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This week has seen the Building Nations conference hosted by Infrastructure NZ take place in Auckland, with Ministers, Mayors and a range of experts speaking about the state of the country's infrastructure. New Zealand is believed to have an infrastructure deficit in the billions, if not trillions - so how can we go about fixing it? BusinessDesk In…

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50 years since the death of Norman Kirk: His life, his legacy - and the 'what ifs' 19:55

2h ago19:55

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Norman Kirk was elected Prime Minister in 1972, bringing the Labour Party back to power after 12 years of National Party rule. His two years in office were seen as radical at the time in how he sought to reshape New Zealand’s place in the world, and his legacy has endured as one of the country’s most popular Prime Ministers. However, on August 31st…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's plan to crack down on outdoor smoking 5:00

14m ago5:00

5:00

The UK Government is reportedly planning to ban smoking in outdoor public areas amid health concerns. Leaked documents claim smoking in beer gardens, outside restaurants and hospitals, and football stadiums could soon be made illegal. UK correspondent Enda Brady says Nigel Farage has already voiced opposition to the moves to ban outdoor smoking. LI…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the growing market interest in humanoids 4:50

14m ago4:50

4:50

There's growing market interest in humanoids - robots and robotic technology designed to mimic humans. New improvements in technology have opened up room for more developments in the world of robotics, and it's caught the eyes of investors. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on how New Zealand can restart a 'rockstar economy' 4:30

4m ago4:30

4:30

Ten years ago, New Zealand had a 'rockstar economy' according to experts. In 2014, New Zealand's GDP growth turned out to be among the strongest across the OECD economies. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham unveiled his tips for how the nation can change its tune and bring those figures back. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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The Huddle: Do we need higher parking fees? 10:30

15m ago10:30

10:30

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Darleen Tana's won another round against the Greens, with the party postponing their meeting about her political future until the legal mess is sorted. What do we …

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Greg Foran: Air New Zealand CEO on the airline's profit and earnings falling over 60 percent 10:09

8m ago10:09

10:09

Air New Zealand's CEO isn't holding back his frustration about the issues plaguing some of its engines. The airline's earnings, underlying profit, and net profit have all more than halved. Air New Zealand is one of several airlines that have seen planes taken out of action due to engine issues. CEO Greg Foran says the newer planes have been plagued…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 August 2024 1:40:36

40m ago1:40:36

1:40:36

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 29 August 2024, have the Greens rolled over under the pressure of Darleen Tana? Legal expert Andrew Geddis explains what we learnt from this morning's hearing. Air NZ chief executive Greg Foran tells Heather when his planes will finally be on time - and why business is so tough r…

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Jason Holland: All Blacks assistant coach on the squad set to face the Springboks this weekend 3:19

12m ago3:19

3:19

There's two key starting changes to the All Blacks side set to face the Springboks in Johannesburg on Sunday. Sam Cane starts his first test since last year’s World Cup final - a match in which he was sent off against the same opposition. A thumb injury to Dalton Papali’i means the former captain is elevated from the reserves. All Blacks assistant …

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Melanie Spencer: Thompson Spencer co-founder and CEO on the new data revealing what Kiwi influencers really earn 2:25

9m ago2:25

2:25

Many people dream of becoming social media influencers - but the reality is a lot less glamorous. According to new data from the IRD, only 60 people in New Zealand are working full-time as influencers, with the average annual income being $46,000. Thompson Spencer co-founder and CEO Melanie Spencer is surprised by these statistics. "We have influen…

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Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister responds to gang members wearing patches in Hawke's Bay Regional Council's chambers 4:51

29m ago4:51

4:51

The Local Government Minister is pulling no punches about gang members wearing patches in Hawke's Bay Regional Council's chambers, which is illegal. The Council yesterday voted unanimously to keep its Māori Wards - but photos posted on Facebook afterwards included patched gang members celebrating. They've since been taken down The Council has repli…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Have the Greens underestimated Darleen Tana? 1:52

17m ago1:52

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Is anyone else getting the feeling the Greens have underestimated just how far Darleen Tana will go to to mess with them? I feel like they might have bit off a bit much with this one. Because so far - it’s 2-nil to Darleen. She won the first round when she refused to quit Parliament. The Greens clearly thought that after they’d finished the report …

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Andrew Geddis: Otago University law professor unpacks Darleen Tana's legal challenge against the Green Party 3:06

27m ago3:06

3:06

Darleen Tana will still be in Parliament at least another two weeks, as the Greens push back a party vote until her legal challenge against them has concluded. The independent MP filed an injunction to stop a party meeting on Sunday discussing using waka-jumping legislation to remove her from Parliament. Otago University law professor Andrew Geddis…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Darleen Tana's legal proceeding delaying Green Party vote 5:34

2m ago5:34

5:34

The Green Party denies it's been out-manoeuvred by ex-MP Darleen Tana, whose legal proceedings have delayed this weekend's party vote. Delegates planned to decide on Sunday whether to use waka-jumping laws to force Tana from Parliament, now she's no longer a party member. That'll now be deferred until court proceedings on her injunction conclude. Z…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese getting caught making fun of Pacific Policing Initiative with US official 4:40

12m ago4:40

4:40

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is being questioned about a private conversation where he joked with the US Deputy Secretary of State about splitting the cost of the Pacific Policing Initiative. The initiative was announced in Tonga on Wednesday - and last night, a Kiwi journalist caught Albanese and Kurt Campbell jokingly discussing the …

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host outlines predictions ahead of the All Blacks v Springboks clash 4:16

9m ago4:16

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The All Blacks are set to face off against the Springboks this weekend - their first clash since last year's Rugby World Cup. Coach Scott Robertson is likely to stick with what worked last time out when he names his side to face the Springboks. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave outlined his predictions here today. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/li…

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Julie-Anne Kincade: Law Association Vice President on Minister Shane Jones' 'attacks' on judiciary 5:22

16m ago5:22

5:22

Minister Shane Jones has been on the receiving end of some backlash after his comments on the judiciary. Attorney-General Judith Collins plans to speak to Jones following a recent incident where he called a High Court judge a 'communist' - prompting concern from New Zealand Bar Association. Law Association Vice President Julie-Anne Kincade says res…

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Spotify's data alchemist explains the mysteries of music streaming 50:59

20h ago50:59

50:59

Glenn McDonald spent over a decade with a very mysterious and specific job title: data alchemist at Spotify. It's possible – even likely – that no one on earth knows as much about music streaming. He is in New Zealand for the Going Global music industry conference, and joins Duncan Greive to talk about how Spotify does and doesn't work for artists,…

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New Zealand's energy crisis: Why are power prices soaring? 19:11

2h ago19:11

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Back in May on The Front Page, in the wake of warnings about overuse of the power grid, we discussed what challenges faced the energy sector for the winter ahead. Over the last few weeks, those challenges have become more and more apparent, with diminishing supply sparking rising power prices across the country. It has prompted the Government to th…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer setting up a co-operation treaty with Germany 3:38

24m ago3:38

3:38

The UK is set to start talks on a new co-operation treaty with Germany, as the Labour Government looks to 'reset' relations with Europe. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Berlin to meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz - and he explained the deal was part of a bid to 'turn a corner' on Brexit. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the agreeme…

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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Air New Zealand's financial year results 3:37

7m ago3:37

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Air New Zealand's financial results are out tomorrow - and hopes aren't flying particularly high. The airline has been hit with plane engine troubles, increased competition and decreased consumer demand. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton outlined some predictions about the airline's financial state. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Tony Canavan: EY Global Transport Leader for the Government and Public Sector on what New Zealand can learn from Singapore 6:11

14m ago6:11

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Ever since Singapore introduced congestion charges in the 1970s, other cities have tried to emulate its success. Wellington is the latest major New Zealand city to look at introducing congestion charges as a means of reducing traffic and improving public transport? Tony Canavan, EY's Global Transport Leader for the Government and Public Sector, exp…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 August 2024 1:40:54

14m ago1:40:54

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 28 August 2024, ex-Green MP Darleen Tana is taking her old party to court to avoid them kicking her out of Parliament. Trouble with NCEA? Almost half of our NCEA students have failed maths and writing exams they have to pass to receive their qualifications. Principal Kate Gainsf…

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