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Newstalk ZB serves up what you need to know, on all things politics at home, and abroad. The show reviews, previews, analyses and challenges the biggest political issues of the week, with all the big players.
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Growing up as the son of a successful contractor, Logan experienced firsthand the benefits of a healthy contracting business: less stress, more money, and more time for family. Now Logan runs Contractor Growth Network to help guide you on your journey to create a strong and reliable contracting business for your family. Interested in learning more? Visit contractorgrowthnetwork.com or join our Facebook group, Common Sense Contracting, today.
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When Lambs Are Silent is a movement committed to the belief that just because the world is the way it is, does not mean it must remain that way. We are dedicated to the idea that change is possible, believing that as human’s we encounter each other through our stories and that in order to challenge the dominate narratives of our society, that we need to do more than just hear the stories of our whanau, we need to listen. For it is in our stories that we fully come to know and understand one ...
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The Changes Ahead Podcast

Cathy Marston & Steven Goulstone

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It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing to change. Despite this, the number of sustainable alternatives or even smaller changes to what most would be familiar with as church is tragically low. This podcast is capturing thoughts of people who can see the Changes Ahead of us. Together we’ll be challenged, provoked even, by the views of people who are thinking about how the church might thrive going forward. S ...
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The ten teenagers signed up to the Military Style Bootcamp trial for youth offenders have just finished their three months in the bootcamp portion, learning basic skills like ironing and cleaning. The teenagers are about to begin the next phase of the trial - transitioning back into the community. Each child will now have nine months with an indivi…
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In this insightful episode of the Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser talks with Tanner Mullen, founder of DripJobs and owner of a thriving painting company in Florida. Tanner shares his journey in the contracting world and dives into the powerful role automation and technology play in solving the everyday pain points contractors face.…
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The Government has announced a new charter to improve access to public conservation land for fishing and hunting. The charter will help the Department of Conservation to provide consistent guidance across the country. Minister for Hunting and Fishing, Todd McClay, joins Tim Beveridge with more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…
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With the reality of less and less children and young people in our churches, perhaps it is time to listen to those who work directly with these generations – along with those generations themselves. Sarah is a Youth Development Worker calling the church to respect, uphold and value the voices and participation of children and young people as the ch…
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Leaders from around the world gathered this week in Samoa for the Commonwealth Head of Government Meeting. Our own Prime Minister had the chance to meet the King and Queen in person and was full of praise for Queen Camilla after sitting beside her at a gala dinner to mark the end of the meeting. Luxon also announced the New Zealand Government will …
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The Israel Defence Force carried out multiple strikes on Iranian military targets this weekend, killing four soldiers. Israel's army has said the attacks are in retaliation to continuous attacks from Iran. U.S. President Joe Biden says he's hopeful this will mark the end of a months-long cycle of escalation, but many experts are concerned this will…
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In this episode of the Contractor Growth Network podcast, Logan Shinholser sits down with Chris Lalomia, founder of The Trusted Toolbox, a handyman and remodeling company generating over $3 million annually. Chris shares his journey from corporate life to building a thriving handyman business with 15 employees and how he expanded into the remodelin…
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NZ First have just finished up with their 31st Annual General Meeting in Hamilton. The party and its members discussed everything from reliable energy, to the future of the Interislander. This is their first AGM since they joined the coalition that formed the Government almost a year ago, and a lot of ground was covered. NZ First leader Winston Pet…
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The Government has announced changes to the Hauraki Gulf Protection Bill, including 19 new marine protection areas, while allowing limited ring-net fishing to continue for some fishers. The new areas would almost triple the number of spaces protected, but the Government has come under fire for still allowing ring-net fishing. Opposition parties and…
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New Zealand Navy ship HMNZS Manawanui sank this morning after running aground on a reef off the coast of Samoa last night. The ship caught fire, but the Chief of Navy says it's too soon to speculate on what caused the incident. Minister of Defence Judith Collins joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss more. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystu…
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The government has announced that they will temporarily underwrite private housing developments to support developers who are struggling to pre-sell enough dwellings to get developments off the ground. The development must have a minimum of 30 houses and the developer must own or have legal use of the land. CEO of Williams Corporation, Matthew Horn…
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Alliance Group is proposing a closure to its Timaru meat processing plant. Consultations are ongoing and will likely lead to the loss of 600 jobs. Minister for Regional Development Shane Jones joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Government announces a significant shake up to building and construction with reform of the building consent system. They have proposed a number of potential changes; including establishing consenting authorities to replace the 67 BCAs New Zealand currently has, allowing councils to team up on building consents, and creating a single point of c…
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In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Liz Chism, process and systems mastermind, to talk about her unique approach to creating systems that gets the entire team involved and bought in on the process. Getting the whole team bought into the "why," and then the "how." 0:00:00 How Liz mastered systems in the…
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In this episode Sean, Cathy’s husband and Steven’s long-term mentor, shares from his decades of working with young people the importance of being present in people’s lives in order to speak into them before challenging followers of Jesus to embrace a faith that is not going to leave us comfortable and safe.…
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RMA Minister Chris Bishop's revealed two laws will replace the old system -- one to manage environmental effects arising from activities, and another to enable urban development and infrastructure. Under-Secretary to the Minister Responsible for RMA Reform, Simon Court, joined Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omn…
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The Government is working on a potential next step for addressing recreational nitrous oxide use. New Medsafe advice says nitrous products, or nangs, sold for recreational use, fall under the Psychoactive Substances Act 2013, and are now illegal. Health Minister Dr Shane Reti, says the rising use of the drug is a trend seen globally in countries li…
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New statistics show a 22% reduction in serious assaults in Auckland CBD over the past year. Auckland Council is reporting that crime in the city dropped 35%, and retail crime is down 50%. Police Minister Mark Mitchell joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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This week Cabinet discussed the draft for the Treaty Principles Bill, introduced by the ACT Party. The three principles that were agreed upon included the Government power to govern and Parliament's power to create laws, the Crown's recognition of hapu and iwi rights, and the right to equality. ACT Party Leader David Seymour joins Tim Beveridge on …
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In this episode of Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with Kyle Hunt, the mastermind behind Remodelers on the Rise, to explore how contractors can maximize their remodeling profits by adjusting the six key financial dials. Whether you're looking to boost your bottom line, improve cash flow, or streamline your business proces…
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The Labour Party has started a discussion around a potential capital gains tax. Leader of the Opposition Chris Hipkins had campaigned against the tax in the 2023 election, but has since changed his mind. Hipkins told Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective that there are several ways of implementing a capital gains tax, including potentially taxing…
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is about to jet off with a senior business delegation to Malaysia followed by South Korea. Retired Professor of International Relations Stephen Hoadley joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the importance and what we can expect. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The Government has proposed several changes to speed limits countrywide. This week, proposing to change State Highway 1/76 in Christchurch and State Highway 1 north of Auckland from 100km/h to 110km/h. Transport Minister Simeon Brown joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…
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In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Horner to uncover the top 5 video marketing mistakes that could be costing you views and conversions. From poor targeting to neglected analytics, we break down each mistake and provide actionable tips on how to fix them. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this podcast will help you refin…
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Anashuya shares her experiences of leadership and miraculous healing and how she has been and is being formed by both spaces. Ana invites us to think about what the future of the church might look like and where we are looking for its leaders. She shares the questions and wrestles that being ill and experiencing healing have raised.…
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Welcome to the second episode of season 3 of Conversations with Kara-Leah, recorded in my new home - Squamish Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, Canada. My guest today is Bhairav Thomas English. Bhairav is a dedicated teacher, practitioner, and empowered guru of Tantra and Kundalini Yoga with over 25 years of experience. His journey began after a near-fatal car acciden…
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The Local Government New Zealand conference wrapped up this week, with local government minister Simeon Brown hinting at more streams of funding for councils. But some councillors are unhappy with recent comments from the Prime Minister. Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the feeling among counci…
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The Government announced this afternoon that Cabinet has agreed to recommend a suite of changes to the Fast-track Approvals Bill. These changes would require applications to be sent to a panel of experts to streamline approval. Minister for Infrastructure, Chris Bishop, joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss the new recommendation…
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The Helen Clark Foundation is calling for tougher rules against corruption after a report outlined the levels of transparency in the Government. The report's author, Philippa Yasbek, says Kiwis should be reassessing the level of threat corruption has in New Zealand to avoid the need for a "too little, too late" reaction. Political commentator Dr Br…
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The Government has announced $1.3 billion of funding for a new Road Policing Investment Programme (RPIP) to improve road safety over the next three years. The funding will be targeted at drunk and drugged drivers, increasing roadside testing and focusing on high-risk times and locations. Transport Minister Simeon Brown joins Tim Beveridge on The We…
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In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, host Logan Shinholser sits down with CGN’s SEO expert, Stuart Hendry, to unravel the mysteries surrounding AI's role in search engine optimization. Together, they dive deep into what's genuinely transformative in AI-driven SEO and what's simply marketing buzz. From understanding the latest tools and…
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The number of households living in emergency housing has dropped by a third from December 2023 to June 2024. Auckland saw the biggest drop, from 624 households to 354 households. Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss what caused the drop and where to go from here. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio…
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Wholesale energy prices are the highest since October 2018, with hydro-lake levels only 32% full. Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss what can be done to help. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB
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Welcome to the first episode of season 3 of Conversations with Kara-Leah, recorded in my new home - Squamish Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, Canada. (Listen to the correct pronunciation here.) My first guest this seasion is Warren Hooley. Warren Hooley is from Penticton, British Columbia and was born of Okanagan/Syilx, English and Ukrainian heritage. He is passionat…
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With the recent release of Whanaketia – Through pain and trauma, from darkness to light, the final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in State and Faith-Based Care, we reflect with Jaimee on its implications, why it is so important to engage with this as churches and the desperate need for change in our spaces to do everything i…
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Act MP Karen Chhour has raised concerns with Parliament becoming an unsafe working environment following personal attacks surrounding her youth offender boot camp. Former Speaker of the House Sir David Carter joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss whether the conversation around race relations will ever cool down. LISTEN ABOVE See…
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Join Logan Shinholser as he talks to CGN's social media expert, Sean Holleran, and dives deep into the essential marketing strategies for contractors to promote their work at job sites effectively. As the busy summer season rolls on, Logan and Sean emphasize the importance of capturing content from ongoing projects to create impactful marketing mat…
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What does mutual flourishing look like within relationships, and why is this an important change that is needed in our church narratives? Hear the story of two people figuring it out and seeing each other thrive as they seek the best ways for each other to live into and out of their gifts.By Christa and Matt McKirland with Cathy Marston and Steven Goulstone
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The Republican National Convention has been and gone with Donald Trump being confirmed as the Republican Presidential nominee, and Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his running mate. U.S. Correspondent Dan Mitchinson joins Tim Beveridge on The Weekend Collective to discuss how the convention went. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…
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In this episode of The Contractor Growth Network, Join our host, Logan Shinholser, as he sits down with his father, Steve Shinholser, to explore the secrets behind building successful businesses and maintaining lifelong customers. Steve shares his journey from starting a lifeguard business right out of college to founding Premier Ponds, a company h…
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Housing Minister Chris Bishop expects to see Kainga Ora evictions rise before improving. This comes after the Government ordered the housing agency to end the Sustaining Tenancies Framework in March. The Minister joined Tyler Adams on The Weekend Collective to discuss what he hopes will come of this. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…
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Former President Donald Trump is injured after what seems to have been an assassination attempt at his Pennsylvania campaign rally. The former President says the bullet scraped his ear, while two people have died and one is seriously injured. US Correspondent Mitch McCann spoke with Tyler Adams on The Weekend Collective to give all the latest. LIST…
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