Best Team Simeon Podcasts (2024)

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent ahead of the release of the final report into the Grenfell Tower fire 5:23

18m ago5:23

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The final report on the Grenfell disaster is set to be published - six years after the inquiry began hearing evidence about what caused the incident. The fire caused the deaths of 72 people in a London tower block fire in 2017. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the report will examine how the tower block came to be in a condition that allowed the fi…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB chief economist on the outlook of the latest ASB Housing Confidence survey 5:14

7m ago5:14

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A new survey by ASB indicates Kiwis aren't expecting house prices to pick up again anytime soon. According to ASB's Housing Confidence survey, a net 13 percent of respondents believe house prices will go up - down more than 30 percent compared with last quarter. A net 20 percent of respondents now expect lower interest rates and only a net 8 percen…

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Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management Analyst on the 'fallen angels' in the US markets 4:05

10m ago4:05

4:05

The US market is up almost 20 percent on the year - but big names like Starbucks, Nike, and Lululemon have been struggling. The consumer discretionary sector has jumped 6 percent, with a number of companies being dubbed 'fallen angels'. Milford Asset Management's Stephanie Batchelor explains how investors can proceed. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.co…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on depositors rushing to take advantage of high interest rates 3:43

18m ago3:43

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Savers have rushed to lock in high interest rates ahead of the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR for the first time in more than four years. New RBNZ data shows households put an extra $2.1 billion in term deposits in July - which saw the amount of money held in term deposits rise to a record $136 billion. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibs…

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Andrew Bayly: Commerce Minister outlines solutions to boost competition in supermarket sector 6:11

8m ago6:11

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The Commerce Minister says a third big player in our supermarket sector is unlikely to come from overseas. A first annual Commerce Commission report on the grocery market has found no meaningful improvement in competition. It wants New Zealand's two major operators - Foodstuffs and Woolworths - pressured more and for it to be made it easier for a t…

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The Huddle: Is educating uni students about Taylor Swift useful? 10:52

4m ago10:52

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and podcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Do we appreciate trigger warnings in our media - or have they gone too far and ruined things? The Commerce Commission's first Annual Grocery Report found retail margins are inc…

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Full Show Podcast: 04 September 2024 1:40:42

22m ago1:40:42

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 4 September 2024, the Grocery Commissioner tells Heather Kiwis are still being ripped off at the supermarket checkout. A lawyer weighs in on the question of whether you should have to give up cash you find after a couple found $230,000 stashed away in the roof of their new house…

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Dougal Sutherland: clinical psychologist agrees that trigger warnings are overused 2:47

15m ago2:47

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'Trigger warnings' on sensitive content have been thrust into the spotlight after Hollywood actor Matt Smith criticised their use. The House of the Dragon star claimed giving viewers 'trigger warnings' has left TV shows 'dumbed-down'. Clinical psychologist Dougal Sutherland says these warnings aren't particularly useful - and can create problems in…

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Simon Laube: Early Childhood Council CEO supports ending pay parity for relievers 1:59

1m ago1:59

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Early childhood education providers are hopeful ending pay parity for relievers will allow more permanent roles. From October, only permanent part-time or full-time certified teachers will be paid according to the pay parity policy. The Early Childhood Council says 74 percent of its members support the exclusion. Chief executive Simon Laube approve…

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Futbol W: Angel City FC's Ali Riley Joins The Show 1:17:13

1h ago1:17:13

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In Episode 8 of Futbol W, Seb and Ali break down the latest in the NWSL, naming the winners and losers of the week. Then, New Zealand Captain and Angel City FC star Ali Riley joins the show for an exclusive interview, talking both national team and club play, and even breaking down her brand new cookbook, "Girls Gone Veg". Also, Ali and Seb recap M…

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Paul Scofield: Canterbury Museum Senior Natural History Curator on the shocking insights about New Zealand's native fauna 3:03

11m ago3:03

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There's new insights into New Zealand's ancient fauna from a 20-year dig. An international team of palaeontologists researching the St Bathans fossil site in Central Otago have concluded kakapo, small wrens, bats and freshwater limpets arrived well before other well known species - like kiwi and moa. Canterbury Museum Senior Natural History Curator…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I'm hoping the next supermarket call might be more promising 2:26

11m ago2:26

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There's a very big call on the supermarkets today - the Grocery Commissioner has accused them of ripping us off. Now, a lot of people will probably agree with that and think - what of it? But there's a difference between you or I feeling ripped off when you’re standing in front of the olive oil looking at a price of $30 and someone like the Grocery…

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Pierre van Heerden: Grocery Commissioner on the Commerce Commission's annual report criticising lack of competition in the sector 6:00

8m ago6:00

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The Grocery Commissioner says the returns our big supermarkets get on assets is about double what overseas equivalents make. The Commerce Commission's first annual report into the grocery market shows competition hasn't meaningfully improved. It flags increasing margins and high profitability. Pierre van Heerden says overseas grocers make less beca…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the results of the latest Roy Morgan political poll 6:05

20m ago6:05

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Roy Morgan’s New Zealand Poll for August 2024 shows support for the coalition Government has gone up in August. National's approval rating has jumped 3.5 points to 36 percent and support for NZ First increased 1 point to 7.5 percent - but support for ACT dropped 1.5 points to 9.5 percent. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the poll …

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Logan Church: US correspondent on US universities trying to tame Gaza protests as new year starts 4:29

34m ago4:29

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Over in the US, universities are trying to clamp down on student protests as the new academic year starts up. University leaders are expecting a new wave of protests as the conflict between Israel and Hamas rages on in Gaza. US correspondent Logan Church says security has tightened up at New York universities - with police guarding the campuses. LI…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the rugby touring proposal between New Zealand and South Africa 4:11

1h ago4:11

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A new touring proposal between New Zealand and South Africa has been reached, according to new reports. New Zealand will tour South Africa in 2026 with eight-games proposed - including three tests between the All Blacks and Springboks, before New Zealand hosts South Africa in 2030. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks this announcement. LISTEN…

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Warren Brookbanks: AUT law expert on the Christchurch couple fighting to keep $230,000 they found in their roof 5:13

10m ago5:13

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Finders keepers may not apply, as a young Christchurch couple fight to keep $230,000 they found in their roof. Open Justice reported that an electrician found five sealed plastic bags of cash, which the couple reported to authorities. Police took out a civil court case under the Criminal Proceeds Recovery Act, believing the cash is the product of c…

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The Power of La Masia 1:11:29

38m ago1:11:29

1:11:29

The FC crew react to Joan Laporta's comments on Hansi Flick's time at Barcelona and praise Las Masia for continuing to produce talented players for the first team. Plus, the guys argue if Barcelona failing to sign Nico Williams is a blessing in disguise after Raphinha's brilliant start to the season. The crew also praise Thomas Muller after he brok…

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Time's Up for Ten Hag? 1:20:48

1h ago1:20:48

1:20:48

The FC crew continue to react to Manchester United's 3-0 loss vs Liverpool and question why Erik ten Hag defended his teams performance after a subpar display. Plus, the guys break down Arne Slot's start at Liverpool and praise Ryan Gravenberch for stepping up midfielder. The crew also question if Carlo Ancelotti would bemoan international breaks i…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the Government's plan to crack down on mobile phone thefts 5:37

11m ago5:37

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The UK Government is committed to cracking down on mobile phone thefts, after a significant spike in incidents. New data shows at least 80,000 people have had their phones snatched out of their hands - with only one percent of these cases resulting in arrest. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the police can't arrest their way out of this epidemic, s…

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of Australia's GDP announcement 3:53

15m ago3:53

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Australia's GDP data is set to be released tomorrow - and experts are outlining their predictions. This follows last week's inflation data, which is currently at 3.8 percent for the year to July. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham is predicting weak economic growth, but rate cuts aren't looking very likely. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the possibility of near-record farm gate milk price this season 3:08

2m ago3:08

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Growing global demand for dairy products and a flat milk supply could be setting the stage for a near-record farm gate milk price this season. With nine months left in the 2024-2025 season, Jarden and ANZ have outlined their predictions ahead of the latest GDT austion. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist unpacks how chief financial officers feel about New Zealand's business outlook 3:41

9m ago3:41

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New Zealand's chief financial officers have revealed their thoughts in a first of its kind survey. Hunter Campbell's report reveals 42 percent expect challenging conditions with positive opportunities over the next year. The survey also revealed 41 percent of CFOs met or exceeded their revenue growth target in 2024. Infometrics Brad Olsen says they…

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Miles Hurrell: Fonterra chief executive on the company's new Southland plant 4:19

29m ago4:19

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Fonterra is set to invest $150 million to build a new plant at its Edendale site in Southland to meet growing demand from Asia. The plant will produce UHT cream - a product that expected to experience growing demand over the next decade. Fonterra CEO Miles Hurrell says this venture will open up at least 70 new jobs in the area. "We've got a strong …

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The Huddle: Are we too relaxed about potential foreign threats? 9:43

7m ago9:43

9:43

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! New Zealand's spy agency has issued a warning about potential foreign interference in the country. Are we too relaxed about potential threats? The Government has pushed up …

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Full Show Podcast: 03 September 2024 1:40:37

14m ago1:40:37

1:40:37

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 3 September 2024, the Government is hiking the tourism levy to $100 - against advice from the industry. But Tourism Minister Matt Doocey tells Heather it's not going to lead to fewer visitors. The boss of NZ's spy agency tells Heather there's a "realistic possibility" of a terrori…

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Andrew Hampton: Director-General of Security issues warning about threats to national security 4:16

21m ago4:16

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There's pleas from the Security Intelligence Service to report threats to national security. Their annual Insights report warns a small number of people subscribe to a range of violent extremist ideologies. The report reveals it's increasingly assessing individuals supporting violence as having a mixed, unstable or unclear ideological outlook. Dire…

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Futbol Americas: USMNT Announces Roster For September Friendlies 1:18:52

31m ago1:18:52

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In episode 395 of Futbol Americas, Seb & Herc are back together! They react to the USMNT announcing their 24-player roster for the upcoming international break, with players like Antonee Robinson and Weston McKinnie being left off the squad, and young Barcelona goalkeeper Diego Kochen being called. Also, a breakdown of CONCACAF players abroad durin…

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Simon Bridges: Auckland Chamber of Commerce CEO blames IRD methods for uptick in business closures 2:27

13m ago2:27

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Inland Revenue is being asked not to seesaw on its stance, with rising liquidations across the country. Centrix's July figures reveal business liquidations are up 19 percent overall year-on-year. They sparked spiked sharply in Auckland in the second quarter, up 33 percent annually. Auckland Chamber of Commerce CEO Simon Bridges says he thinks IR's …

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I don't think now's the time for a higher tourist levy 2:50

20m ago2:50

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Today, the Government has done the thing that the tourism industry was hoping they wouldn't do and increased the visitor levy - the amount that tourists pay to come here - from $35 bucks to $100. That is the high end of what they were considering. The Government could have gone with $50, or $70, or just left it at $35. But they went full noise to $…

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Sir Ian Taylor: Kiwi entrepreneur wants to explore commercial viability of new museum on Auckland's waterfront 3:02

27m ago3:02

3:02

A New Zealand entrepreneur and former Waitakere City Mayor are getting behind a waka-shaped museum on Auckland's waterfront. Sirs Ian Taylor and Bob Harvey say a mega attraction on Wynyard Point could be Auckland's answer to the Sydney Opera House. Sir Ian says he wants to explore its commercial viability. He says he wouldn't want the Government to…

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Matt Doocey: Tourism Minister defends International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy hike 5:05

40m ago5:05

5:05

The Tourism Minister says the extra money from increased overseas visitor fees will be funnelled back into the industry. The International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy rises next month from $35 to $100 next month. Matt Doocey says $100 is less than three percent of a visitor's total spend. "Ultimately, this levy will be reinvested into bot…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government lifting the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy 6:13

14m ago6:13

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The Government's pushing ahead with plans to triple the tourism tax in a bid to make overseas visitors pay for regional infrastructure upkeep. The International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will go from the current $35 to $100 per visit from next month. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper theorises why the Government has implemen…

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Sam Emery: Australian correspondent on the Australian Government banning online gambling advertising in new reform 4:45

28m ago4:45

4:45

The Australian Government is looking to ban gambling advertising under new reforms set to hit Cabinet. Online advertising would be banned immediately - and TV promotions would be banned within two years. Australian correspondent Sam Emery isn't sure if a blanket ban is the way to go - given how many sectors rely on the money generated by the gambli…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on South Africa Rugby apologising for haka disruption 4:21

5m ago4:21

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South Africa Rugby has offered a mea culpa for the haka being drowned out by music, fireworks and a plane on Sunday morning. They have conceded the cacophony shouldn’t have happened, writing an apology and explaining the gaffe was a result of human error and a failure to observe scheduling. Sportstalk's D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the statement. LIST…

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Jeremy Sutton: Bastion Chambers lawyer on the uptick in older couples divorcing 4:30

18m ago4:30

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New data has revealed a number of Kiwi couples are ending their marriages later in life. Stats NZ shows the amount of divorces that involved people aged 50+ last year was 39.9 percent - up 7.1 percent in 10 years. Bastion Chambers lawyer Jeremy Sutton says children growing up and leaving home can put stressors on a marriage. "Once the last child ha…

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Gab and Juls: Is Salah annoyed by Chiesa's arrival? 1:09:39

36m ago1:09:39

1:09:39

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Manchester United and ask whether there could be more to Mohamed Salah’s comments post-game regarding his future at the club. The guys also yet another Erling Haaland hattrick, Barcelona’s 7-0 demolition of Real Valladolid & discuss all the completed deals from Transfer Deadline Day. …

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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

6:26

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

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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

1:40:44

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

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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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