Best Devon Wayne Podcasts (2023)

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National to meet govt after bailing on bipartisan housing deal 3:37

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National has agreed to meet the government over the bipartisan housing policy it walked away from, but will not say when it will sit down with the minister. The Opposition has gone back on its 'Medium Density Residential Standards' agreement with Labour - saying it had its own, better plan. Housing Minister Megan Woods has now written to the Nation…

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Former professional rugby player tackles art of charcuterie 3:25

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Following decade-long professional rugby career in France Mikaera Te Whata didn't join the media, open a sports store or head back to the family farm. Instead, a love of French cuisine inspired the loose forward to enrol at university to study the art of charcuterie. Our Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin has more.…

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Auckland retailers sceptical on more fog cannon funding 4:52

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Embattled retailers doubt more money for fog cannons will stop the spate of ram raids they're experiencing. The government's announced another $11 million for the fog cannon scheme - which the police minister says has been "incredibly popular". But retailers say they need more police on the beat around their stores to stop the crime happening in th…

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Vague Covid support payment rules hurting some - tax expert 6:25

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A tax expert believes vague rules around government covid support payments have caught some small businesses out as inland revenue demands refunds. Hugh Grierson owns a boutique Auckland beer company and has been ordered by Inland Revenue to pay back more than than $46,000 in Covid support payments. That's because he used some of the business suppo…

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BNZ in court to terminate bank relationship with Gloriavale 3:06

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The High Court has heard Bank of New Zealand cannot justify terminating its 40 year banking relationship with the Gloriavale Christian community. The bank sought to close Gloriavale's commercial accounts following an Employment Court ruling last year, arguing banking with the community would be inconsistent with its human rights policy. Jean Edward…

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Evening business for 30 May 2023 5:08

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News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6328457440112

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The dilemma of switching off from work outside of hours 5:01

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Ever turned your mobile to flight mode on days off to avoid work calls? What about the dilemma of emails dive bombing your inbox after hours? A new survey of New Zealand workers has found almost half of them feel like they cannot do a good job because they're over-loaded. Almost 14 percent felt pressured to work long hours, according to the Umbrell…

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Sports chat: Devon Conway leads Super Kings to thrilling win 4:21

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Black Cap Devon Conway top-scored for the Chennai Super Kings as they claimed a fifth Indian Premier League title in a match that turned into a last ball thriller. The T20 game took three days to be completed after rain interrupted play in Ahmedabad. Chasing a reduced total of 171 the Super Kings defeated the Gujarat Titans by five wickets thanks t…

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Some Waihi Beach retirees lose all belongings after flooding 3:28

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Some pensioners have lost all their belongings, after flash flooding quickly inundated their homes in Waihi Beach. The extreme weather brought 44 mm of rain in just an hour yesterday, and more fell last night. Dozens of people fled their homes and are now working out if they can go back. Delphine Herbert is in Waihi Beach.…

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Time to tighten vape rules - Dr Bryan Betty 5:00

1h ago5:00

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Chair of General Practice NZ, Dr Bryan Betty says it is time to tighten up the rules on vaping.

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Calls grow for tighter vaping rules in NZ 4:08

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There are growing calls tonight for tighter regulations on vaping as teachers and experts say the problem is spiralling out of control. A recent survey by ASH New Zealand shows there's been a 209 percent increase in daily vaping among 13 to 14-year-olds. The Australian government has recently announced a ban on recreational vaping, and the UK is co…

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Wheelchair boxer John Fiu to return to ring after long journey 6:16

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Wheelchair boxer John Fiu is set to finally return to the ring after a long and tumultuous journey. John will fight in a boxing event for people living with a range of disabilities and he is hoping it can be a catalyst to grow adaptive sport throughout Aotearoa. Sports reporter Jonty Dine and camera operator Marika Khabazi have his story.…

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Safety fears after accident on damaged Whangateau road 2:12

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Residents in a rural north Auckland street are concerned about the state of their roads, where a woman had a serious accident on a quad bike. She and two children were taken to hospital. They took their concerns to the council - asking for a fix, after heavy rain washed parts of the road down a bank. Locals have been using quad bikes to access thei…

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Mixed reactions to National's housing density backlash 7:26

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There are mixed feelings about National back-tracking on a bipartisan housing policy that it helped draft. It's been labelled a "massive flip flop" by the government, but National says it was always open to tweaking the policy to make it work better. The agreement signed in 2021 means buildings of up to three storeys can be built in most cities wit…

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Cyclone-hit regions' tourism outlets keen for more visitors 3:32

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Tourism businesses in cyclone-hit regions say the welcome mat is out, but not enough people have come in. For many in the tourism industry, winter usually signals a time to hunker down and survive off their summer earnings. But Cyclone Gabrielle cut summer short, causing widespread disruption and damage after an already difficult few years. Tourism…

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Police redesign policy on pursuing fleeing vehicles 3:25

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Police have redesigned their policy when it comes to pursuing fleeing vehicles. Most drivers who've failed to stop for police in the last two years haven't been caught. But parents who've had children killed in these high-speed chases say the cost of an arrest is just too high. Soumya Bhamidipati reports.…

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Palmerston North Hospital staff working under 'siege mentality' - report 4:00

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Many Palmerston North Hospital staff operate under a siege mentality, where they fear speaking out with concerns, and they often face barriers when trying to move patients between departments. That's according to a damning report commission after the death of a heavily pregnant woman last year. Checkpoint reporter Jimmy Ellingham obtained a copy. H…

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Beer supplier struggles as IRD orders Covid support repayment 7:43

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The owner of a boutique beer company says his business is in strife after Inland Revenue's ordered him to pay back Covid support funding. Avondale business Hopscotch could not open during the pandemic lockdowns. Owner Hugh Grierson got more $46,000 in government Covid support payments including the small business cashflow scheme. Following an audit…

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Evening business for 29 May 2023 4:36

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News from the business sector, including a market report. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6328406959112

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Higher fines, jail time considered to stop sports pitch invader 4:57

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An extension of chunky fines and the threat of jail time might be what's needed stop people bolting onto sports pitches according to an events manager. Embarrassing, cringy and appalling is how some sports commentators and bosses have described the actions of the quote "idiots" who tried to run on to Napier's McLean Park during the NRL clash betwee…

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Sports chat: Hansen backs Folau after World 15 match 2:16

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Former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has come to the defence of controversial star Israel Folau saying he "can't be punished" forever. Folau was sacked by Rugby Australia in 2019 for making anti-gay social media posts. He scored a try for Hansen's World 15 against the Barbarians on the weekend, but was jeered each time he touched the ball at Twicke…

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Beckenridge mystery: Boy's family believe pair are alive overseas 3:51

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The Coroner's hearing looking into whether a Queenstown man and his step-son are dead has today been told the boy's family believe the pair are alive and living overseas under assumed identities. John Beckenridge and his step-son Mike Zhou-Beckenridge disappeared in March 20-15, and their car was found crashed at the bottom of a steep cliff in the …

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Police Minister details funding boost for fog cannon scheme 5:56

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A funding boost for what the government describes as its "highly popular fog cannon subsidy scheme". An extra $11 million is going into the programme that picks up part of the cost of installing fog cannons into retail stores following an onslaught of ram raids and robberies - many by young offenders. 581 cannons have gone in to businesses - but mo…

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At least 15 Waihi Beach homes uninhabitable after flash flooding 2:39

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Torrential rain has caused flash flooding in Waihi Beach and dozens of people have evacuated from their homes. MetService says a thunderstorm sent 44mm of rain in just an hour after 2pm. Western Bay of Plenty District Council says 19 elder housing units have been flooded and evacuated, with most residents moving to the local RSA. Waihi Beach RSA ma…

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Long waits for youth mental health services 3:35

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The huge demand for youth mental health services is causing long waits for patients, with some practices even being forced to turn new clients away. The New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists says there's not enough new psychologists to meet the growing need, meaning things could get worse before they get better. Luka Forman reports.…

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National to meet govt after bailing on bipartisan housing deal 3:37

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Former professional rugby player tackles art of charcuterie 3:25

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Auckland retailers sceptical on more fog cannon funding 4:52

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Vague Covid support payment rules hurting some - tax expert 6:25

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BNZ in court to terminate bank relationship with Gloriavale 3:06

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Evening business for 30 May 2023 5:08

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The dilemma of switching off from work outside of hours 5:01

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Sports chat: Devon Conway leads Super Kings to thrilling win 4:21

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Some Waihi Beach retirees lose all belongings after flooding 3:28

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Time to tighten vape rules - Dr Bryan Betty 5:00

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Calls grow for tighter vaping rules in NZ 4:08

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Wheelchair boxer John Fiu to return to ring after long journey 6:16

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Safety fears after accident on damaged Whangateau road 2:12

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Mixed reactions to National's housing density backlash 7:26

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Cyclone-hit regions' tourism outlets keen for more visitors 3:32

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Police redesign policy on pursuing fleeing vehicles 3:25

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Palmerston North Hospital staff working under 'siege mentality' - report 4:00

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Beer supplier struggles as IRD orders Covid support repayment 7:43

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Evening business for 29 May 2023 4:36

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Higher fines, jail time considered to stop sports pitch invader 4:57

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Sports chat: Hansen backs Folau after World 15 match 2:16

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Beckenridge mystery: Boy's family believe pair are alive overseas 3:51

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Police Minister details funding boost for fog cannon scheme 5:56

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At least 15 Waihi Beach homes uninhabitable after flash flooding 2:39

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