Best Dan Kiernan Podcasts (2024)

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host pays tribute to Norm Hewitt 5:14

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The Country's Jamie Mackay is among thousands of fans and admirers paying tribute to the late Norm Hewitt. Hewitt died aged 55 after a battle with motor neurone disease, having played 23 games for New Zealand between 1993 and 1998. Jamie Mackay recalled past interviews and catch-ups with the deceased rugby great. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist ahead of the CPI announcement 3:43

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Tomorrow's CPI announcement is set to reveal whether or not New Zealand is making headway with its war on inflation. Stats NZ will publish the Q2 consumers price inflation figures, helping the Reserve Bank determine future OCR decisions. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen outlines his predictions - and how they'll impact Kiwi households. LI…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 July 2024 1:39:55

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday,16 July 2024, Donald Trump has been officially confirmed as the Republican Presidential nominee, while also confirming J.D. Vance as his VP pick - US Correspondent Lauren Tomasi talks to Jack Tame about the latest from the states. David Seymour has written an open letter to Pharmac …

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The Huddle: What do we think of Trump's Vice President pick? 8:39

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Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Donald Trump has confirmed Ohio senator JD Vance will be his Vice President at the Republican National Convention, his first public appearance since Sunday's shooting. What do we think of this,…

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Mark Thomas: Auckland University expert urges health bodies to stop over-prescribing antibiotics 6:47

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There's growing calls from experts to reduce New Zealand's dangerously high use of antibiotics. The Public Health Communication Centre says the nation has some of the highest rates of antibiotic resistance, which makes bacterial infections difficult to treat. It's urging the Ministry of Health and College of Practitioners to set targets to reduce t…

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Peter Lineham: Massey University religious expert on the Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer being stripped of authority by Vatican and Christchurch bishop 5:16

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There's questions whether a Christchurch Catholic order will continue, even after being stripped of its authority, over unauthorised exorcisms and abuse. The Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer's priests have been banned from practicing and told to leave the diocese, after 17 people raised concerns. Its leaders deny they manipulated and controlled follo…

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Laurie Mains: Former All Blacks head coach on the death of Norm Hewitt 5:12

14m ago5:12

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Former All Blacks coach Laurie Mains is touting the late Norm Hewitt as one of New Zealand rugby's greats. The nine-test hooker has died aged 55 after a battle with motor neurone disease, having played 23 games for New Zealand between 1993 and 1998. After issues with alcohol abuse, Hewitt became an anti-violence ambassador and public speaker. Mains…

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David Seymour: Associate Health Minister on his open letter to Pharmac outlining expectations for medicines access 3:23

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The Associate Health Minister wants patients involved in Pharmac decision making. David Seymour has outlined his expectations for the drug-buying agency in a letter to Board Chair Paula Bennett. It notes Pharmac should see itself as a partner with patient advocacy groups and clinicians and work together to bring treatments to those in need. Seymour…

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Lauren Tomasi: Channel 9 US correspondent on Donald Trump's classified documents case being dismissed 5:11

6m ago5:11

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A US judge appointed by Donald Trump has dismissed charges against the former President, accusing him of illegally keeping classified documents when he left office. Judge Aileen Cannon ruled lead prosecutor Special Counsel Jack Smith was unlawfully appointed - and didn't have the authority to bring the case. Channel Nine US Correspondent Lauren Tom…

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Jason Walls: ZB political editor on Darleen Tana breaking her silence in exclusive interview 5:08

4m ago5:08

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Embattled ex-Green MP Darleen Tana has broken her silence after backing away from the party. Tana spoke to 1News in her first sit-down interview since she quit the Greens - but she hasn't confirmed any plans to leave Parliament altogether. ZB political editor Jason Walls says it's unlikely Darleen Tana will step down. "She says she's going to be ma…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on voters showing overwhelming support for Peter Dutton in new poll 5:43

14m ago5:43

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Over in Australia, Opposition leader Peter Dutton is winning over voters in a new poll. According to a national Resolve poll, 38 percent of voters now support the Coalition, while Labour dropped to 28 percent. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this is the lowest rating for Labour since Prime Minister Albanese entered Government. LISTEN ABOV…

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Elliott Smith: ZB sports commentator on the death of former All Black and Dancing with the Stars winner Norm Hewitt 3:22

20m ago3:22

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Tributes are flooding in following the death of nine-test All Blacks hooker Norm Hewitt. Hewitt was involved in one of the most monumental face-to-face haka confrontations with England's Richard Cockerill at Old Trafford in November 1997. He went on to win the inaugural Dancing With The Stars in 2005, which included a flawless paso doble Hewitt die…

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Simeon Brown: Transport Minister unveils warning signs for speed cameras in high-crash areas 5:13

12m ago5:13

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The Transport Minister says speedsters will still be caught - even with signs warning them cameras are ahead. More than 100 signs are being rolled out onto New Zealand roads over the coming year. Minister Simeon Brown says it will give motorists a chance to slow before they enter high-crash areas. But he says there will only be signs for fixed came…

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Louise Upston: Social Development Minister confirms beneficiaries who miss compulsory phone calls will face sanctions 5:59

8m ago5:59

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Jobseekers who miss a case manager phone appointment - without good reason - could face sanctions. Social Development Minister Louise Upston has announced a new phone case management service for young job seekers, due to expand to 4,000 people. She says being a beneficiary has work obligations, including taking the phone call. "And if they don't do…

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Winning Wimbledon with Pat Cash 12:22

1d ago12:22

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As we enter Finals weekend here at Wimbledon, we look back to Episode 188, when we welcomed our first singles Wimbledon champion to the show, the one and only Pat Cash! As we wait to see whether new champions will be crowned on the world famous Centre Court, Pat gives an amazing insight into what it's like to try and lift the famous title as he did…

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Full Show Podcast: 12 July 2024 1:41:25

1d ago1:41:25

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 12 July 2024, Joe Biden confused Russian leader Vladimir Putin with Ukrainian Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and then spoke about his Vice-President Donald Trump. Is this the end of his presidential hopes? Iconic Auckland restaurant SPQR has gone into liquidation, and none other than Kerre Wo…

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Dave Tilton: Temporary Traffic Management Industry Steering Group Chair on the new risk-based approach to road cones 4:29

1d ago4:29

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There's a belief changes to road cone use will help strike a better balance between safety and minimising disruption. The Government's announced a new risk-based approach to temporary traffic management rather than requiring a certain number of cones per project. NZTA will also have to publicly report on its total cone spending per quarter. Tempora…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the family members of a BBC commentator being killed in a crossbow attack 4:46

2d ago4:46

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The three women killed in a UK crossbow attack are understood to be the wife and two daughters of a well-known BBC commentator. British police have found the 26-year-old suspect behind the attack, who is currently undergoing medical treatment for injuries. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the country is in shock after the attack. LISTEN ABOVE See o…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on what Mastercard's performance says about the economy 4:44

2d ago4:44

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One expert explains how Mastercard's market performance is impacted by the concerns global investors have raised. Recently, investors have been focused on slower economic growth expectations in the US, as well as regulatory risk and the impact this has on new technology like open banking. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVE …

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Rowena Duncum: The Country commentator on their year's FMG Young Farmer of the Year final 2:20

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New Zealand’s best young farmers are preparing to take over Waikato to battle it out at one of the country’s most prestigious farming contests. The FMG Young Farmer of the Year grand final kicks off in Hamilton on Thursday, July 11 and runs over three days. The Country's Rowena Duncum explains what to expect from the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystu…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on food prices dropping for the first time in six years 4:47

2d ago4:47

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Economists say falling food prices are a certain sign inflation's going down - but we may have to wait to get the full picture. Annual food prices have decreased for the first time in six years - sliding 0.3 percent in the year ending June. Despite this, NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says more data in other industries is needed to co…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 July 2024 1:40:57

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 11 July 2024, Interislander boss Duncan Roy fronts up after a leaked memo into the Aratere grounding says an accidentally pushed button is to blame. Chris Luxon met with US president Joe Biden at the White House for dinner. Political correspondent Jason Walls has the inside word …

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The Huddle: Doe we agree with George Clooney's message about Biden? 8:54

2d ago8:54

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Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Men's Health Week director Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! It's been confirmed the Interislander's Aratere ran aground after someone accidentally pushed the autopilot button and couldn't switch it off. How bad does this look? Should the co…

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George Adams: Synlait chairperson on the company's shareholders voting in favour of $130 million loan 4:18

2d ago4:18

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Synlait Milk will live to see another day after winning shareholder approval for a last-minute loan. The shareholders have approved the company taking out a $130 million loan from Bright Dairy, after a nail-biting waiting period. Synlait chairperson George Adams is 'relieved' the vote worked out. "It wasn't close at all, actually. We had 99.6 perce…

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Chris Jones: BBC rugby commentator previews the second clash between the All Blacks and England 5:00

2d ago5:00

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One expert is weighing in on England's chances to turn their luck around against the All Blacks. Both nations have named their teams for the match, with Scott Robertson making one injury-enforced change to the starting lineup for Saturday's match. BBC rugby commentator Chris Jones says England's been on a good trajectory - and can identify what to …

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Leanne Geraghty: Air New Zealand Chief Sales Officer adds 41,000 extra seats to the Pacific in response to proposed G-string ban 2:17

5d ago2:17

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Air New Zealand entered the G-string debate and added 41,000 more seats to the Pacific this summer. The move comes after a New Plymouth swimming pool considered banning g-string bikinis following a petition from a concerned mum. Air New Zealand Chief Sales Officer Leanne Geraghty says they saw an opportunity and took it, claiming customers should h…

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Jason Walls: ZB political editor on Prime Minister Chris Luxon meeting Joe Biden at Washington DC gathering 2:32

2d ago2:32

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Prime Minister Chris Luxon's enjoyed a variety of discussions with fellow leaders in Washington DC for the NATO Summit. President Joe Biden has hosted a White House dinner with NATO partners. ZB political editor Jason Walls is travelling with the Prime Minister. He says Luxon described meeting Biden, and some other interactions, in a statement to m…

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Duncan Roy: Interislander Executive General Manager unpacks what happened with the Aratere grounding 6:56

2d ago6:56

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Interislander executives are waiting for results of full investigations into Aratere's grounding near Picton last month, and aren't being drawn on speculation. The Aratere has now arrived in Wellington, with its post grounding detention notice lifted. A leaked safety bulletin suggests the ship was accidentally put in auto-pilot before running agrou…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Prime Minister Luxon meeting Joe Biden and Sir Keir Starmer at NATO gathering 4:36

2d ago4:36

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A good outcome for the Prime Minister at NATO, as he rubbed shoulders with several world leaders. Chris Luxon has met US President Joe Biden, while he hosted NATO partners at the White House. He's also spoken with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and new UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Luxon …

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on a Sydney father being charged with murder for deadly house fire 5:32

3d ago5:32

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A father in Sydney has been charged with murder for allegedly setting the house fire that killed three of his children. Two boys, aged two and six, and a five-month-old baby girl died in their Lalor Park family home last Sunday. The man allegedly blocked the children from leaving the home as it burned, stopping them from running to safety. Australi…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Cortez Ratima being brought in to cover for injured TJ Perenara 5:06

2d ago5:06

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All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has declared Cortez Ratima ready for a test debut on Saturday night. There's just one change to the side that pipped England by a point for the Eden Park rematch, with Ratima named in jersey 21 to back up Finlay Christie who replaces the crocked TJ Perenara. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains what this means…

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Sunny Kaushal: Dairy and Business Owners Group chair on the Government's plan to create a Ministerial Advisory Group to tackle retail crime 3:37

2d ago3:37

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The Government has launched a new initiative designed to reduce the impact of retail crime. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith confirmed the Ministerial Advisory Group will speak with victims and business owners to form proposals on reducing offending. This will be led by Dairy and Business Owners Group chair Sunny Kaushal - who says he's grateful the…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer expressing 'commitment' to defence spending but not revealing a timeline 4:39

3d ago4:39

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Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK has a 'cast iron commitment' to spending 2.5 percent of national income on defence - but won't attach a timeline to that promise. Starmer has travelled to Washington for NATO's annual summit days after he won the general election. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says there's concern a proposed review coul…

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Katlyn Parker: Milford Asset Management expert on the economic impact of years of high interest rates 2:36

3d ago2:36

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The Reserve Bank's decision to leave the OCR in place was in line with expectations - but their tone caught markets by surprise. The Bank indicated inflation could return to the one-to-three percent threshold by the end of the year, and cuts could be coming sooner than predicted. Milford Asset Management's Katlyn Parker explains further. LISTEN ABO…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the mood among mortgage holders following the OCR update 4:00

3d ago4:00

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The light at the end of the tunnel could be in sight for mortgage holders after today's OCR update. The Reserve Bank left rates unchanged at 5.5 percent - but the bank has hinted cuts could be coming sooner than initially predicted. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains how the Reserve Bank's change in tone could impact bor…

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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on President Joe Biden having to prove himself at NATO summit 3:40

3d ago3:40

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Joe Biden's appearance at this week's NATO summit came with additional pressures ahead of the US election. Less than two weeks after Biden's shaky debate performance, Biden was under extra scrutiny on the world stage. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Biden sounded better during his first address - but he still has to contend with further global…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on SailGP being moved to Auckland for next year 4:42

3d ago4:42

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Auckland Council has confirmed the venue for next year's SailGP. It's hosting the start of the Australasian leg in January after Christchurch proved too problematic and it was moved. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave addressed some concerns ahead of the event. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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James Maclaurin: Otago University Emeritus Erofessor on Otago University's free speech statement 8:28

3d ago8:28

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Otago University is signalling it has the backs of staff and students when it comes to free speech. The University Council has confirmed its new Free Speech Statement, which aims to enable diverse idea exploration and encourage open exchanges. Otago University Emeritus Professor James Maclaurin says this statement was 'absolutely essential'. LISTEN…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 July 2024 1:39:19

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 10 July 2024, a lawyer acting for some of the Aratere crew is refuting the suggestion they were getting coffee when the Interislander ferry ran aground. Kiwibank chief economist Jarrod Kerr tells Heather why he's so upbeat about the Reserve Bank's OCR statement. Will we actually…

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The Huddle: Do we believe NZ First's theory about the Aratere grounding? 9:40

3d ago9:40

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union 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! NZ First has been making headlines over their claims the crew on the Interislander's Aratere ducked out to get coffee and didn't turn the auto-pilot off. Were …

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Mark Hopper: Federated Farmers national board member on Minister Shane Jones calling for more investment in aquaculture sector 3:41

3d ago3:41

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Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones has agreed New Zealand's dairy sector is 'capped out' - and investing in aquaculture is the way to go. In an interview with Newsroom, Jones claimed the aquaculture sector faced fewer barriers and offered more opportunities than other primary industries- including wool, dairy and meat. Mark Hopper from Feder…

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David Seymour: Associate Education Minister blames 'red tape' for Country Kindy closure 4:34

3d ago4:34

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David Seymour says early childhood centres are being held back by 'extraordinary' regulatory compliance standards. The Associate Education Minister issued a 'please explain' to the Ministry of Education, after Manawatu's Country Kindy faced closure. It has since been granted a 12-week continuation of operations from the Ministry. Seymour says child…

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Tama Potaka: Conservation Minister on the 'short-term fix' set to help Cathedral Cove open up by Christmas 2:31

3d ago2:31

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The Government's promised an extra financial boost to help Coromandel’s closed Cathedral Cove track open up by summer. The popular beach has been inaccessible by land since February last year, after being damaged by landslides caused by Cyclone Gabrielle. DOC has been allocated $5 million to plan, build, reopen and maintain walking access to the co…

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Troy Stade: Maritime Union lawyer responds to Winston Peters' 'unhelpful' speculation about Aratere grounding 3:41

3d ago3:41

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One legal expert is challenging Winston Peters' speculation about what happened to the Interislander's Aratere. The ferry ran aground near Picton in June, and its detention notice has officially lifted this afternoon. The Aratere has had inspections and tests and will make a graduated return to service - beginning with freight, then trucks, then pa…

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Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank economist predicts OCR will be reduced come November 1:48

3d ago1:48

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There's some potential light at the end of the tunnel for mortgage holders after today's Reserve Bank update. The OCR's been held in place at 5.5 percent - the eighth pause in a row. However, the Bank's tone has softened, with experts predicting inflation will make the one-to-three percent target by the end of this year. Kiwibank Chief Economist Ja…

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Gary Morrison: Security Association Chief Executive on Woolworths calling for tougher regulations to protect staff from assault 3:53

3d ago3:53

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Woolworths is calling on the Government to implement tougher changes amid an increase in retail crime. The retailer says physical assaults on staff jumped 50 percent in the past year, with 329 incidents against 219 from the year before. Security Association Chief Executive Gary Morrison says the current trespass laws need updating to protect worker…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Country Kindy situation is beyond ridiculous 2:54

3d ago2:54

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Thank goodness there is some common sense left in this country. Country Kindy has been given permission to stay open for another 12 weeks, at least. I’ve been fascinated by this story since we got wind of it at the end of last week. If you haven't been across it - last Thursday, it was announced that the Ministry of Education was going to close dow…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent ahead of Sir Keir Starmer's appearance at upcoming NATO summit 4:18

4d ago4:18

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UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to appear at this week's NATO summit, just days into his new role. It's widely expected the ongoing war in Ukraine will be top of the agenda, with growing calls for more aid coming from the region. UK correspondent Enda Brady says Starmer is expected to do well under these circumstances. LISTEN ABOVE See om…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host ahead of the crucial vote impacting Synlait Milk 3:41

4d ago3:41

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The future of South Island dairy company Synlait Milk is up in the air ahead of a crucial vote to ensure its survival. A special shareholders meeting will be held on Thursday to approve a $130 million loan from its biggest shareholder, China's Bright Dairy. The Country's Jamie Mackay speculates which direction the voters will go. LISTEN ABOVE See o…

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