Best Darcy Robinson Podcasts (2024)

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David MacLeod: National MP for New Plymouth apologises after failing to declare 19 candidate donations 2:02

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National's MP for New Plymouth has been apologising after failing to declare 19 candidate donations. David MacLeod claimed $168,000 of donations from 2022 weren't filed last year because he believed they already had been, an error the Party picked up last week. He's been stripped of his roles on the Environment and Finance Select Committees - and b…

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Winston Peters: Foreign Minister on the first flight set to rescue trapped Kiwis from New Caledonia 4:32

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Winston Peters says multiple Defence Force flights will collect Kiwis from New Caledonia in the coming days. The first C-130 Hercules has touched down at Noumea's Magenta Aerodrome, the island's domestic airport. It will bring about 50 people back to Auckland tonight. Foreign Minister Winston Peters says French authorities are confident people can …

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Bernie Smith: former Monte Cecelia Housing Trust chief executive on the Government's plan to diversify social housing 3:17

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There's changes coming for social housing in New Zealand, off the back of a damning review of Kāinga Ora. Prime Minister Chris Luxon has expressed interest in diversifying social housing - and whether these options come from Kāinga Ora or community providers is yet to be determined. Former Monte Cecelia Housing Trust chief executive Bernie Smith sa…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: You don't have to applaud a politician 2:17

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Judging by the list of the most popular reads on any particular website, it seems quite a few of us have now read the account of how rude the audience at the Ockham Book Awards were to the Prime Minister. According to Steve Braunias, when Luxon was welcomed onto the stage, the "applause basically sounded like one hand clapping" - and after his spee…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the public inquiry into the infected blood scandal publishing findings soon 3:31

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The public inquiry into the infected blood scandal, known as the biggest treatment disaster in NHS history, is due to publish its findings soon. Over 30,000 people were infected with HIV and hepatitis C from 1970 to 1991 by contaminated blood products and transfusions, with 3,000 having died since. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says thousands of peop…

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Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Chinese ambassador Wang Xiaolong issuing a warning to the nation about joining AUKUS 4:22

14m ago4:22

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Chinese ambassador Wang Xiaolong has issued a warning to New Zealand over the prospect of joining AUKUS. In a speech delivered to the China Business Summit in Auckland, Xiaolong said China's relationship with New Zealand had reached a critical juncture - and joining AUKUS could impact that. NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says this stance…

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Māmari Stephens: Victoria University law lecturer on the role tikanga plays in the rule of law 8:16

12m ago8:16

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There's been questions raised about the purpose of tikanga - and the role it should play in the rule of law. Senior King’s Counsel Gary Judd has filed a complaint to the Government’s Regulations Review Committee over incoming compulsory tikanga Māori studies for law students. Judd claims he filed this complaint because up until now, the curriculum …

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the new review revealing Kāinga Ora is 'underperforming' 6:26

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Housing agency Kāinga Ora has been found to be in a questionable state, according to new report. A high-level review of the agency has found the Department is under-performing and isn't financially viable without significant reform. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this review follows accounts of unpaid rent, abandoned state house…

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Full Show Podcast: 20 May 2024 1:40:28

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 20 May 2024, an inquiry into Kainga Ora has found the social housing system is not socially or financially sustainable. Housing Minister Chris Bishop tells Heather there will be immediate changes. Heather asks the Warehouse Group chair Joan Withers whether she sacked the CEO or if …

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The Huddle: How can Kāinga Ora's issues be fixed? 8:36

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! A new review has revealed Kāinga Ora has been left in a poor state, with Housing Minister Chris Bishop placing the blame on the previous Government. How can this be addressed? The investig…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister aims to address the country's current structural deficit in Budget 2024 8:28

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The Finance Minster says credit agencies are still looking favourably on New Zealand, despite high debt levels. Treasury told the Government it was running a structural deficit the day it was sworn in; the Labour Government was never told. It comes as Nicola Willis gears up to deliver her first Budget next Thursday. Willis says it's important to sh…

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Wayne Naylor: Hospice NZ CEO on the organisation's survey targeted at dying Kiwis 2:47

11m ago2:47

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A world-first online survey is being presented as a chance to analyse how society treats those with limited time. Over 40,000 people die in New Zealand each year, with close to 90 percent often taking months or years. Hospice's Dying Reviews let respondents reflect and share their experience of a terminal illness. Hospice NZ CEO Wayne Naylor says t…

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Joan Withers: Warehouse Group Board Chair on the company's new direction after CEO stepped down 4:34

19h ago4:34

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There's hopes a new boss will bring fresh energy to the struggling Warehouse Group. Independent non-executive director John Journee has been appointed interim chief executive following Nick Grayston's abrupt resignation last week. The board is now looking for a new chief executive to replace Grayston, who was in the role since 2016. Board chair Joa…

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Alex Smeele: Kiwi stuck in New Caledonia on the state of the region amid ongoing civil unrest 3:04

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A Kiwi stuck in riot-stricken New Caledonia says they're dealing with a wait-and-see situation. The Defence Force is standing by for French authorities to green light flights to collect Kiwis. 231 are registered in the country. Alex Smeele says he's seen burnt out cars, a digger ripping up the road and flaming tyres on the verge. "I'm curious to un…

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Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on the multi-year shake up planned for Kāinga Ora after new review 4:59

11m ago4:59

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The Housing Minister has responded to the 'mismanagement' impacting Kāinga Ora - and enacted some changes. A high-level review of the agency has revealed it's under-performing and isn't financially viable without significant savings. The Government has today appointed a new Chair, former Spark CEO Simon Moutter, and a refreshed board will be in pla…

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Heather du Plessis Allan: We can't rule out asset sales 2:23

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I think we’re about to find out whether this Government has got the cahones to make the tough calls that need to be made on one thing in particular: Asset sales. If you've been reading political commentary lately, including in the weekend papers, there's been a lot of talk of the need for asset sales. Why? Because as we said earlier, we have a stru…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the 554 people being arrested in domestic violence crackdown 4:45

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Over in Australia, NSW authorities have arrested at least 500 people for domestic and family violence offences. A four-day operation was carried out from Wednesday to Saturday - where 554 people were arrested and 1,070 charges were laid. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson wonders why it's taken so long to carry out these arrests, given severa…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Warriors beating the Panthers 22-20 2:44

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The Warriors have snapped a four-game losing streak in league's NRL by posting a win over the three-time premier Panthers. Tuaupiki's try in the 71st minute tied the game before his conversion from out wide proved the decider in the 22-20 win. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains the victory further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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Shaun Robinson: Mental Health Foundation CEO on their open letter urging the Government to keep current relationship and sexual education guidelines in place 7:00

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The Mental Health Foundation is appealing to the Education Minister to leave relationship and sexual education standards alone. Minister Erica Stanford says the Government plans to look into reviewing and replacing the Relationships and Sexuality Education (RSE) guidelines, which were last updated in 2020. It's prompted an open letter signed by 175…

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Full Show Podcast: 17 May 2024 1:40:02

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 17 May 2024, flights in and out of New Caledonia have been delayed until at least Tuesday as riots continue. Air NZ's Captain Hugh Pearce tells Heather how tricky the security situation is for crew and passengers. Green MP Julie-Anne Genter has been doing the mea culpa media round,…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Slovak Prime Minister assassination attempt 4:53

12m ago4:53

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A man has been charged with attempted murder, over an apparent attempt to assassinate Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico. Fico remains in a serious but stable condition in hospital after being shot several times during a walkabout. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis Allan there’s been reports that the suspect is a 71-year-old, bu…

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Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Putin's visit to China's 'Little Russia' 5:26

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Vladimir Putin has arrived at Harbin, China’s ‘Little Russia’. He is visiting a China-Russia trade fair today to highlight the strong economic ties between the superpowers. Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis told Heather du Plessis Allan “Putin wants ongoing support from China, and access to China’s financial system.” Lewis said Putin needs to…

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Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on the upcoming budget 5:10

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Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper wraps the political week. We’re two weeks away from the Budget, the deadline by which government agency chief executives were asked to find 6.5 percent in savings. But Chris Luxon says it doesn't end with the Budget -- he wants it to be the start of a permanent culture shift within ministries. Barry Soper …

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Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on allegations against Trump's lawyer Michael Cohen 4:25

9m ago4:25

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Donald Trump’s former lawyer and fixer, Michael Cohen has been accused of lying about phone call at Trump hush-money trial. Trump has been charged with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records for allegedly paying off film star Stormy Daniels, who claims she had sex with him. US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson told Heather du Plessis Allan “The…

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Elliott Smith: Weekend sports host on the A-League match-fixing scandal 3:38

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All White Clayton Lewis reportedly among three A-League players arrested by New South Wales Police for match-fixing. This comes as the A-League’s finals rapidly approach - Wellington's Sky Stadium has sold out Saturday’s semi-final between the Wellington Phoenix and Melbourne Victory. Weekend Sport Host Elliott Smith told Heather du Plessis Allan “…

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Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on A-league match-fixing 5:54

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All White Clayton Lewis is reportedly among three A-League players arrested by New South Wales Police for match-fixing. According to Australian media, all three play for Macarthur FC. Lewis was arrested alongside captain Ulises Davila and midfielder Kearyn Baccus. Australian Correspondent Murray Olds told Heather du Plessis Allan “Davila was possib…

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Captain Hugh Pearce: Air NZ Captain on Nouméa airport closure due to civil unrest 2:59

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Air New Zealand has confirmed Nouméa airport in New Caledonia is closed until Tuesday, as civil unrest continues. Air New Zealand says it will only resume services when it can guarantee safety for ground staff and customers. Air New Zealand’s Captain Hugh Pearce told Heather du Plessis Allan that it’s one thing for the airfield to be opened and ope…

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Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Julie Anne Genter's public apology ahead of her return to Parliament 6:09

7h ago6:09

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Green MP Julie Anne Genter has publicly promised her outburst will not happen again. The Rongotai MP is facing formal complaints after shouting in Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey's face. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper told Heather du Plessis Allan “Today she was laying it on with a trowel.” Soper said “She’s trying to circumvent what…

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Sports Huddle - Andrew Alderson & Adam Cooper on A-League match-fixing 9:20

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The Wellington Phoenix will face the Melbourne Victory tomorrow night in the A-League semi-final. Meanwhile, the captain of Macarthur FC has been accused of paying two teammates up to $10,905 NZD to deliberately receive yellow cards. Newstalk ZB sportsreader Andrew Alderson told Heather du Plessis Allan “You’re asking for trouble” - regarding the i…

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Callum Gillespie: Coastguard CEO on $63.6 million in funding, and what they'll spend it on 1:46

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Coastguard and Surf Life Saving New Zealand will get an extra 63.6 million dollars in funding over the next four years. The money would be divided as $19m for Coastguard and $44m for Surf Life Saving NZ. Coastguard CEO Callum Gillespie told Heather du Plessis Allan “We’re going to spend it on our volunteers.” Gillespie said “We’ve got 2,200 amazing…

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Greg Smith: Devon Funds Head of Retail on Warehouse CEO stepping down 4:10

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The Warehouse CEO Nick Grayston has quit, effective immediately. The board is looking for a replacement, and Board Chair Joan Withers said fresh energy is needed. Devon Funds Head of Retail, Greg Smith told heather du Plessis Allan “It’s not a surprise, truth be told it hasn’t been working for some time.” Smith said “It’s tough out there for retail…

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Paul Ifell: Former Phoenix player on the club's semi-final match against Melbourne Victory 4:09

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Wellington's Sky Stadium is officially a sell-out for tomorrow’s A-League football semi-final between the Phoenix and Melbourne Victory. The Nix may make their first-ever A-League final in the club’s history. Former Wellington Phoenix player Paul Ifill told Heather du Plessis Allan “They’ve been doubting all season by everybody, but now they’ve fou…

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Nicole Rosie: NZTA Chief on Te Huia commuter train funding cut 5:51

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Te Huia, the Waikato to Auckland commuter train will continue to be funded by NZTA at reduced rate. Waikato councils will soon be deciding how they will help fund the Te Huia train service between Hamilton and Auckland. NZTA's committed around 12 million dollars from the National Land Transport fund to extend the service until April 2026. NZTA Chie…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Zespri being forced to destroy over one million trays of kiwifruit because of mice 2:48

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Over one million trays of kiwifruit found on a Zespri shipment with a mouse infestation will be destroyed. After mice were found on the company's first shipment to Europe for the season, the company worked to salvage what they could. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains the extent of the damage. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on ASB being the latest major bank to drop mortgage interest rates 3:33

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ASB is the latest major New Zealand bank to drop their mortgage interest rates for three and four year terms. This follows BNZ and Kiwibank bringing down their interest rates, as wholesale rates have trended down. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains why these banks are making these moves, despite the RBNZ holding rates steady. LIS…

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Euan MacDonald: New Voice of Ukraine editor on Russia launching most significant border incursion since the war began 4:30

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President Zelenskyy has postponed all foreign trips as Russia launches its' most serious border incursion since the start of the war. Ukrainian forces have pulled back from two strategic points in the Kharkiv region in order to avoid 'unnecessary' losses, according to Ukraine’s General Staff. New Voice of Ukraine editor Euan MacDonald says this is …

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the widespread reaction to Australia's 2024 Budget 5:07

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It's been a couple days after the Australian Budget, and some groups have lucked out after the big day. Between tax cuts, the energy rebate and the financial boost for renewable energy manufacturing businesses, some feel that the Government has 'splashed the cash'. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says the Opposition will still have other aspec…

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Full Show Podcast: 16 May 2024 1:40:24

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 16 May 2024, Green MP Darleen Tana has now been absent from Parliament as many days as she attended this year while her party investigates worker exploitation accusations. But former employees say they're still waiting for their money. Fonterra is set to make a huge change to its…

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The Huddle: Would we support Kevin Spacey's return to the screen? 8:01

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! Several Hollywood stars have called for the witch-hunt against Kevin Spacey to stop - so he can return to the screen again. Should he be given a chance? Would we support …

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Wayne Brown: Auckland mayor on the council greenlighting his long-term plan for the city 7:08

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Auckland councillors have given mayor Wayne Brown's Long Term Plan the green light. It includes a $50 per week cap for public transport fares and creating an Auckland Future Fund with the Council's remaining airport shares. Brown says there was a lot of discussion on the airport shares. "The public we consulted were all very keen to put the airport…

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Anne Thomas: daughter of woman bumped off Air New Zealand flight to Auckland 3:02

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One Nelson woman is the latest to express disappointment with Air New Zealand's conduct. On April 29, Kerstin Zdzieblik was bumped off her afternoon flight to Auckland - meaning she missed her international connection and was left $800 out of pocket as a result of this mistake. Her daughter, Anne Thomas, says the airline gave away her seat to reloc…

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Anthony Davis: US reporter on big Hollywood names calling for Kevin Spacey's return to acting 3:35

9m ago3:35

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Blacklisted actor Kevin Spacey is fighting to revive his career after being cleared of sexual assault. Spacey's been acquitted on nine charges - and won a civil lawsuit, where he was accused of an unwanted sexual advance. Now big industry names, including Sharon Stone and Liam Neeson, are speaking up for the 64-year-old's Hollywood return. US repor…

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Jacqueline Rowarth: Dairy NZ deputy chair on Fonterra's plan to sell Anchor, Mainland, Kāpiti and other key brands 2:41

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There's uncertainty around Fonterra's plan to sell well-known brand Anchor. The diary giant has signalled its intent to divest some or all of its global consumer business, including Fonterra Oceania and Fonterra Sri Lanka. Dairy NZ deputy chair Jacqueline Rowarth says Anchor is synonymous with New Zealand. "Anchor was sold at one point, and then th…

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Alex Kersjes: Lawyer warns investigation into Darleen Tana likely to continue on 2:48

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A lawyer involved in a case affecting an investigation into a Green MP understands it's not close to wrapping up. MP Darleen Tana's been stood down for the past two months during investigation of allegations of migrant exploitation at the business of her husband, Christian Hoff-Nielson. Lawyer Alex Kersjes represents some of Hoff-Nielson's former w…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Labour's Chris Hipkins firing back at the Government's school lunch schme 6:05

2d ago6:05

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Labour's Chris Hipkins has taken a crack at the Government's scheme for school lunches. Hipkins visited a primary school in Christchurch - and warned that kids would receive less nutrition under David Seymour's cost-cutting plan. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says little has been mentioned about the wastage coming from school lunche…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Wolverhampton launching bid to scrap VAR in Premier League 3:51

9m ago3:51

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Wolverhampton have lodged a motion to scrap the use of VAR in football's Premier League. ESPN reports a vote will be held at next month's meeting of the 20 clubs. The team will need the backing of 13 others to pass the resolution, which would see the video assistant referee removed from the English top flight with immediate effect. Sportstalk's D'A…

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Sam Stubbs: Simplicity CEO asks whether mortgage advisors need more regulation 5:42

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There's growing debate mortgage advisors need more regulation - alongside a Commerce Commission bid to make it easier to take out a home loan. Discussions at a banking conference centred on concerns brokers don't encourage mortgage rate competition. Simplicity CEO, Sam Stubbs, says they provide a valuable service, but commissions are a worry. "What…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's D-day for the Te Huia train service 2:29

14h ago2:29

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Well, it’s D-day for Te Huia. Today's the day that NZTA has met and has decided whether or not to keep funding the train past the end of June. Unless NZTA gives them more money, it’s all over by the first of July. And come on, it’s gotta be all over right? Because the case for this thing has never actually stacked up. We subsidise every single pass…

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All mixed up with Jason Om 47:22

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Jason Om is Cambodian/Eurasian Malaysian, an ABC journalist and the author of All Mixed Up. We chat about: Language around being ‘multiracial’ Being Eurasian in Malaysia v Australia Rebellious women in his family His parent’s newspaper personals ad meet cute Cultural exemptions Being the traditional Cambodian son Going to Cambodia with his dad Redi…

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Discover Two Keys To An Effortless Entrepreneurial Life, With Greg Griffith 15:22

24m ago15:22

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Greg Griffith has been in risk management and risk control for 38 years. For the past 11 years, he’s been a member of The Strategic Coach® Program, an experience he’s found “life changing and game changing.” In this episode, Greg shares some of the invaluable wisdom he’s gained from Strategic Coach® and why his entrepreneurial life is easier now. H…

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