Best Bar Down Performance Podcasts (2024)

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the political uncertainty following French snap election 5:27

12m ago5:27

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The winners of France's snap election may be certain, but deep political divisions means what'll happen next isn't clear. People are celebrating in the streets of France, after left-wing coalition - the New Popular Front - has fended off the far-right National Rally. It's a surprise result, reversing the National Rally's lead in votes last week. UK…

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George Adams: Synlait chairperson ahead of Thursday's vote to approve $130 million loan from Bright Dairy 4:39

5m ago4:39

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Synlait Milk's future is hanging in the balance ahead of an upcoming vote impacting the company. On Thursday, a shareholders meeting will take place to determine if a $130 million dollar loan from China's Bright Dairy will be approved. Synlait chair George Adams unpacks the significance of the upcoming vote. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson ahead of the Reserve Bank's upcoming Monetary Policy Statement 3:35

7m ago3:35

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The Reserve Bank is set to deliver its next Monetary Policy Statement regarding the OCR on Wednesday. It's expected the Bank will keep rates on hold for longer, but economists are divided on when the anticipated cuts will come. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly says markets are pricing in cuts, which could come between November to next Februar…

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Chris Bishop: Housing Minister defends new housing policy from backlash 9:21

15m ago9:21

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Housing Minister Chris Bishop is standing up for the Government's new housing policy changes, amid concerns it'll create more problems. Bishop plans to fill urban areas with development land and remove council powers to mandate boundaries and standards. He acknowledges shoebox apartments aren't ideal for everybody, but more housing is better for Ki…

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Full Show Podcast: 8 July 2024 1:40:04

14h ago1:40:04

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 8 July 2024, Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick speaks to Francesca Rudkin about THAT report into Darleen Tana, why the Greens wanted Darleen out of the Party and why they're calling on her to resign from Parliament. 40,000 Kiwis each year get their power cut off because they ha…

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The Huddle: Where can the Green Party go from here? 12:03

10m ago12:03

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Nick Leggett from Infrastructure NZ joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Green Party has been calling for disgraced ex-MP Darleen Tana to resign from Parliament altogether after a report detailing alleged migrant exploitation at her husband's …

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Bryce Edwards: political analyst examines whether or not Darleen Tana has a future in Parliament 3:52

13m ago3:52

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Disgraced ex-Green MP Darleen Tana says she doesn't accept the findings of the report that's prompted calls for her resignation. Following a months-long investigation into her knowledge of alleged migrant exploitation at her husband's business, Tana has resigned from the Greens. Political analyst Bryce Edwards says Tana's response today is the only…

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Gregory Sheppard: Te Anau Tennis Club President has high hopes for former member Lulu Sun 2:48

10m ago2:48

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Tennis player Lulu Sun's hometown club is confident she'll go all the way at Wimbledon. She's beaten Britain's Emma Raducanu today, making her the first Kiwi woman to make Wimbledon's quarter-finals. Her Te Anau club pulled an all-nighter to watch her compete. Club president Gregory Sheppard says Sun had them on the edge of their seats. "It was qui…

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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Democrats calling for Biden to end his re-election campaign for President 3:16

11m ago3:16

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Joe Biden is continuing to insist on staying in the presidential race, despite escalating calls for him to end his re-election campaign. Four more Democrats currently in Congress have voiced their belief that Biden needs to step down during a recent phone call. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says it's unclear who could replace Biden at this point …

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Chlöe Swarbrick: Green Party co-leader on the party's future if Darleen Tana doesn't resign 7:52

18m ago7:52

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Greens co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says it's unclear what path the party will take if Darleen Tana won't resign from Parliament. The party was handed a report on Tana's knowledge of alleged migrant exploitation at her husband's business on Friday. She's resigned from the party, and the caucus has unanimously requested she also quit Parliament. Tana's…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Darleen Tana resigning from the Green Party 6:21

24m ago6:21

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The Greens are picking up the pieces of another public scandal, after Darleen Tana stepped down. Tana has resigned after a report was delivered discussing claims of migrant exploitation at her husband's business. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper has labelled this 'disgraceful'. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Australian authorities investigating the father of the three children who died in Sydney house fire 3:40

5m ago3:40

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Australian police believe the father of three children who died in a Sydney house fire on Sunday is responsible for the tragedy. Four children and their mother survived, but three died - including a 10-month-old. The blaze at Lalor Park is being investigated as domestic violence. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says police still need to fo…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Lulu Sun making the Wimbledon final 8 2:51

15h ago2:51

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Surprise grand slam quarter-finalist Lulu Sun is exhausted and keen to recharge her batteries. The New Zealand left hander became the first female qualifier to make the final 8 at Wimbledon in 14 years when she overcame Emma Radacanu in three sets. Sportstalk host Jason Pine unpacks this victory further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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Paul Fuge: Consumer NZ spokesperson calls for reprieve as thousands of Kiwis suffer from 'power poverty' 4:40

5m ago4:40

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There's growing calls for power companies to go easier on customers who can't pay their bills. Each year, around 40,000 New Zealanders are disconnected from the power supply for non-payment, according to new data. Consumer NZ's Paul Fuge says people genuinely struggling shouldn't have to ration an essential service. "There needs to be more protecti…

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Wheel of Life | 2024 June Edition | Momentum! 33:06

20h ago33:06

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Full Show Podcast: 5 July 2024 1:40:48

39m ago1:40:48

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday July 5 2024, we get the latest from the UK as the Labour Party sweeps to power in the general election. Heather speaks to both Auckland councillor Richard Hills and Mayor Wayne Brown after the council voted against the government's proposed speed limit changes. Kelly Martin from Sou…

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Kelly Martin: South Pacific Pictures CEO on Shortland Street being cut to three nights a week 3:44

8m ago3:44

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It's thought Shortland Street should make up a big part of TVNZ's new digital strategy. Our longest running soap will drop from airing five nights a week in February, to three. It will now continue with support from NZ On Air and the New Zealand Screen Production Grant. South Pacific Pictures Chief Executive, Kelly Martin told Heather du Plessis-Al…

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Henry Riley: LBC Presenter on Nigel Farage and the Reform Party's success in the UK Election 3:37

20h ago3:37

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The Tories have been totally annihilated in the UK election with a colossal victory for Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party. It's won 392 seats, topping the amount needed to form a majority Government by more than 60 seats. Meanwhile, controversial Brexit champion Nigel Farage has proved eight times is the charm —finally getting a seat in Clacton— with…

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Barry Soper: ZB Senior Political Correspondent on Keir Starmer's win in the UK election 5:40

13m ago5:40

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Christopher Luxon is set to meet the UK’s new Prime Minister next week. He said in a media standup earlier today that he would work with “every leader the partner countries deliver” and was confident he would have a good relationship with whoever won the election. Labour’s Keir Starmer has won the election by a landslide, the party having taken ove…

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Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on the downward slope of national pride in the US 4:26

7m ago4:26

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National pride in the US nears record lows. The most recent Gallup poll revealed that 41% of respondents considered themselves “extremely proud” to be an American, and an additional 26% said they were very proud. The downwards slope hit its lowest point in 2020, with only 63% of respondents saying they were very or extremely proud, compared to the …

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Jason Pine: Weekend Sport Host ahead of this weekend's All Blacks test against England 2:20

17m ago2:20

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Plenty of excitement in Dunedin as the city prepares for tomorrow’s match. The All Blacks are facing off against England in their first test of 2024 - the first test of Scott Robertson’s tenure as coach. Jason Pine is broadcasting live from the stadium this weekend, and told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the team picked for this game was pretty pre…

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Peter Anderson: UK Correspondent on Labour's landslide victory in the UK election 5:45

29m ago5:45

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The UK Labour Party has won county's election in a commanding fashion. The tally of Sir Keir Starmer's party's seats has now topped 360 seats —it needed 326 for a majority— and he will become Prime Minister. Starmer says they're here to return Britain to the service of working people. UK Correspondent Peter Anderson told Heather du Plessis-Allan th…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Was saving Shortland Street the right thing to do? 2:41

14m ago2:41

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Reluctantly, I think saving Shortland Street was the right thing for now. The news on Shorty today is that it’s been saved, but it will go down to three episodes a week. What's saved it is taxpayer money: $3 million from NZ On Air and then be eligible for a rebate from the Screen Production Grant which must be about $6 or $7 million. Which means we…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the polls opening in the UK election 4:48

10m ago4:48

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Voting booths are opening in the UK, where it's predicted the 14-year Tory rule will come to an end. Keir Starmer's Labour party is expected to cruise to an easy victory over Rishi Sunak's Conservatives. UK correspondent Enda Brady says data predicts Labour will win in the biggest victory since 1836. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the state of equity markets around the world 3:52

15m ago3:52

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Equity markets around the world are experiencing lifetime highs - but one expert has warned of the possible risks involved. The US, Japan, Europe and Australia are all thriving, amid a collective battle with inflation. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains the situation further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the Deputy Secretary of Trade calling for New Zealand to diversify trading partners 4:18

22m ago4:18

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The golden era of trade is over and New Zealand needs to push hard to diversify its trading partners, according to a warning from the Deputy Secretary of Trade. During the Primary Industries Conference, Vangelis Vitalis said primary industry exports went through a boom between 1995 and 2017 but since then, things have become much harder. The Countr…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Housing Minister's plan to boost the housing market 5:39

12m ago5:39

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Housing Minister Chris Bishop says six major changes to housing reflect the needs of a modern population. They'll let cities expand at the fringes by stopping councils setting fixed rural-urban boundaries, and requiring them to plan for growth 30 years ahead. Minimum floor area and balcony requirements are being abolished for apartments. ZB senior …

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Belinda Castles: Consumer NZ writer on the organisation calling for sun beds to be banned 3:10

21m ago3:10

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Consumer NZ says the nation's tanning salons are putting vulnerable customers at risk of permanent damage. The watchdog has accused some operators of letting under-18s and fair-skinned users to book sessions - and is calling for an overall ban. Consumer NZ writer Belinda Castles says other countries have made the move to ban sunbeds amid concern su…

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Full Show Podcast: 4 July 2024 1:40:13

7m ago1:40:13

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 4 July 2024, Property Developer David Whitburn responds to the Government's announcement to 'flood' cities with housing - will it lead to slum areas? Pollster Henry Olsen gives us an update on the Biden situation in the US and why he's refusing to stand down. The Huddle debates w…

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The Huddle: Will Joe Biden hang on until November? 9:00

5m ago9:00

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Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog head and Curia pollster David Farrar and former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Housing Minister has announced a raft of changes designed to fill urban areas with development land and remove council powers to mandate boundaries and standards…

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Bruce Bernacchi: Dentons Kensington Swan tax expert on the IRD targeting crypto users who failed to declare it as taxable income 3:15

24m ago3:15

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The IRD has confirmed it plans to target cryptocurrency users who haven't declared it as taxable income. The department has identified 227,000 users in New Zealand who had made about 7 million transactions with a value of $7.8 billion in the last tax year. Dentons Kensington Swan tax expert Bruce Bernacchi suspects there's tens of millions of dolla…

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Sir John Kirwan: former All Black on Scott Robertson's picks for the All Blacks test squad 4:35

16m ago4:35

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There's shock among Kiwi rugby fans, as Stephen Perofeta has been given the nod to start at fullback for the All Blacks in the first match of the year against England. He's pipped fellow Taranaki and Blues playmaker Beauden Barrett to the starting role at 15 for Saturday's test in Dunedin, with the veteran of 119 tests on the bench. Former All Blac…

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Tim Botting: Ormiston Senior College principal on the uptick in schools adapting to increased student numbers 1:49

19m ago1:49

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The Government has been warned it needs to build more schools and classrooms to meet a bulge in class rolls. An April Ministry of Education paper shows 139 schools were over capacity. Migration last year brought almost 21,000 extra school children. Ormiston Senior College principal Tim Botting says his school has had to adapt. "We've had to use som…

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David Whitburn: property developer and investor warns recent housing changes come with an infrastructure bill 4:14

20m ago4:14

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A property expert says housing changes announced today will increase supply - with a massive infrastructure bill attached. Housing Minister Chris Bishop says they'll let cities expand by stopping councils setting fixed rural-urban boundaries and requiring them to plan for growth 30 years ahead. Apartment floor area minimums and balcony requirements…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the pro-Palestine protestors scaling the roof of Australia's Parliament House 4:43

31m ago4:43

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Pro-Palestine protesters climbed the roof of Australia's Parliament House in Canberra to voice opposition with the ongoing conflict. Australian lawmakers have condemned the security breach, and authorities have planned a review into the building's security. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says a group of climate protestors also made it to the …

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Scott Robertson's picks for the All Blacks team taking on England on Saturday 4:50

44m ago4:50

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No sign of Crusaders bias in Scott Robertson's maiden All Blacks team to tackle England in Dunedin on Saturday. Despite taking the Crusaders to seven consecutive Super Rugby titles, Razor has included just three Crusaders in the starting line-up and one on the bench. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacks the announcement further. LISTEN ABOVE S…

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Henry Olsen: American pollster says Joe Biden is getting less and less likely to stay in the race for President 3:49

1h ago3:49

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There's growing calls from prospective voters for Joe Biden to step down from the ongoing presidential race. Biden has stayed adamant that he's not dropping out, and he's told campaign staff he's in to the end. American pollster Henry Olsen says public support for Biden is decreasing fast. "Because of the electoral college balance towards Trump, Bi…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: We're finally giving in to the shoebox apartments 2:54

1h ago2:54

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It looks like we are finally giving in and allowing shoebox apartments in New Zealand. This morning, Housing Minister Chris Bishop announced a whole raft of changes designed to make houses more affordable, and one of those changes is that he will remove any requirements for how big an apartment must be and how big the balcony must be. He reckons th…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the mood of voters ahead of the election 4:45

22h ago4:45

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UK citizens are less than a day away from being able to head to the polls - and it's been predicted the opposition will dominate. Another respected pollster has predicted Labour will win a 318 seat majority, with the Conservatives only just holding on to second place. UK correspondent Enda Brady says Labour leader Keir Starmer will beat Tony Blair'…

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Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on the role AI plays in the discovery of new medicines 3:37

22h ago3:37

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New developments in the world of AI could make the discovery of medicines faster and cheaper for consumers. It's been found generative AI can be taught to process and examine new molecules - with the potential to unveil new treatments. Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie explains the benefits of these new developments. LISTEN ABOVE See omnyst…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Nicola Willis' refusal to establish an independent unit to check on Government spending 2:37

22h ago2:37

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Finance Minister Nicola Willis isn’t receptive to calls for the establishment of an independent unit to check Treasury’s forecasts and ensure Government spending is sustainable. The International Budget Partnership and Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) are among the organisations that believe New Zealand needs an institu…

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Full Show Podcast: 3 July 2024 1:40:22

23h ago1:40:22

1:40:22

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 3 July 2024, Hawke's Bay Regional Council Chief Executive Dr Nic Peet responds to calls for an apology for the council's role in Wairoa's devastating flooding last week. The Education Minister Erica Stanford tells Heather why she's introducing tests for primary school kids. The …

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The Huddle: Is more testing the way to go? 7:35

23h ago7:35

7:35

Tonight on the Huddle, Matt Heath from Radio Hauraki and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! David Seymour has raised some eyebrows after he was caught Snapchatting school-aged students back in 2016. Has the outrage been blown out of proportion? The Government has…

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Joe Williams: employment lawyer reveals chats on workplace communication tools aren't all that private 3:45

23h ago3:45

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Experts are reminding people that employers can see when staff are venting or sharing insults on workplace communication tools. Two Ministry of Justice staffers who used inappropriate language on Teams to describe academic Barbara Sumner have been made public after she asked for all correspondence mentioning her name. Employment lawyer Joe Williams…

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Chris Bishop: Housing Minister hopeful Kāinga Ora refresh will turn financial losses around 5:04

23h ago5:04

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The Government is hoping the Kāinga Ora board refresh will turn around its financial losses around. A new chair and deputy and six board members have been appointed to oversee the housing agency. It follows a damning review from Sir Bill English that concluded Kāinga Ora is not financially sustainable. Housing Minister Chris Bishop has also issued …

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Tim Groser: Former US ambassador on the significance of Luxon appearing at next week's NATO summit 5:35

24h ago5:35

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There's increased efforts to position New Zealand on the world stage and make connections with the US. Prime Minister Chris Luxon is jetting off to the NATO summit and meeting with officials in Washington next week. He says he looks forward to forging stronger links with businesses and investors to help rebuild our economy. Former US Ambassador Tim…

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Adam Muirson: Ario general manger on the new e-scooters launching in Auckland 3:03

1d ago3:03

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A new type of e-scooter has hit Auckland's streets, with remote-control capabilities. Ario's three-wheeled variety can be moved off the street, after being left by users. General Manager, Adam Muirson says the three-wheelers are designed to help people who struggle with balance. "Pedestrian and disability advocacy groups were really impressed with …

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Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the response from schools to the Government's new standardised tests 2:34

1d ago2:34

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The Education Minister says many schools across the country welcome the idea of standardised testing in primary schools. Erica Stanford's announced next year, all children in their first year of schooling will do a phonics check to help teachers understand how well they read, by sounding out letters. Stanford says it's far from being controversial,…

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Dr Nic Peet: Hawke's Bay Regional Council Chief Executive defends Wairoa river bar opening timeframe 6:15

1d ago6:15

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The Hawke's Bay Regional Council is defending not opening up the Wairoa river bar earlier. Last week's downpour damaged more than 100 properties in the district, where a state of emergency lifted this morning. The Government has launched a quickfire review, including assessing locals' claims the river should've been cleared sooner. Council Chief Ex…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government introducing standardised testing to primary schools 6:46

1d ago6:46

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The Government is set to introduce standardised tests to ensure primary schoolers meet the right standards academically. Phonics checks will start for new students as young as five next year, and become compulsory from 2026. Progress on reading, writing and maths progress for years 3 to 8 will also be monitored twice a year. ZB senior political cor…

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