Best Lydia Smith Podcasts (2024)

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer setting up a co-operation treaty with Germany 3:38

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The UK is set to start talks on a new co-operation treaty with Germany, as the Labour Government looks to 'reset' relations with Europe. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Berlin to meet with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz - and he explained the deal was part of a bid to 'turn a corner' on Brexit. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the agreeme…

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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Air New Zealand's financial year results 3:37

7m ago3:37

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Air New Zealand's financial results are out tomorrow - and hopes aren't flying particularly high. The airline has been hit with plane engine troubles, increased competition and decreased consumer demand. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton outlined some predictions about the airline's financial state. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the uptick in mortgage holders switching banks 3:09

5m ago3:09

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Elevated interest rates have encouraged mortgage holders to switch banks at a record rate. The value of mortgages refinanced by a new bank climbed to $1.75 billion in July – the largest amount since at least 2017, when the Reserve Bank started publishing this data. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny unpacks the market factors enc…

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Tony Canavan: EY Global Transport Leader for the Government and Public Sector on what New Zealand can learn from Singapore 6:11

14m ago6:11

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Ever since Singapore introduced congestion charges in the 1970s, other cities have tried to emulate its success. Wellington is the latest major New Zealand city to look at introducing congestion charges as a means of reducing traffic and improving public transport? Tony Canavan, EY's Global Transport Leader for the Government and Public Sector, exp…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 August 2024 1:40:54

14m ago1:40:54

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 28 August 2024, ex-Green MP Darleen Tana is taking her old party to court to avoid them kicking her out of Parliament. Trouble with NCEA? Almost half of our NCEA students have failed maths and writing exams they have to pass to receive their qualifications. Principal Kate Gainsf…

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The Huddle: Do we need to rethink NCEA tests? 9:34

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Tonight on The Huddle, Brigitte Morton and Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Secondary school principals are worried at the huge number of kids that are failing literacy and numeracy tests - meaning they won't receive the right NCEA qualifications. Do we need a rethink here? Disgraced ex-Green …

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Neal Barclay: Meridian CEO on the company's profit reaching $429 million 6:07

5m ago6:07

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Meridian Energy - the country’s largest power generator - has reported strong earnings in the June year, but warns the year ahead looks challenging. The partially state-owned company’s net profit went from $95 million to $429 million - with much of the increase influenced significantly by net gains on hedge instruments of $249 million. Meridian CEO…

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Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister outlines long-term goals for the sector 2:54

14m ago2:54

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The Infrastructure Minister hopes to get bi-partisan support for major long-term projects. Minister Chris Bishop today outlined intentions for the infrastructure sector - including developing a 30-Year National Plan and National Agency. Bishop says he was inspired by similar efforts happening overseas. "If you look at what Australia does, which is …

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Kate Gainsford: Secondary Principals' Council chair on thousands of students failing compulsory NCEA literacy and numeracy tests 5:47

19m ago5:47

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Thousands of young people have failed new co-requisite NCEA literacy and numeracy tests. It's the first year students have needed to pass them to achieve NCEA - and in May, 54 percent failed the maths test. Secondary Principals' Council chair Kate Gainsford says it's not the end of their NCEA journey because students get repeated opportunities. She…

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Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO on whether the stadium is equipped to host Oasis tour 2:44

9m ago2:44

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Kiwi Oasis fans can stop crying their hearts out - but pray Eden Park's boss will pull out the stops to lure the UK rock band over. The Gallagher brothers yesterday announced their first tour in over 15 years. Fourteen concerts are planned for the UK and Ireland in July and August. CEO, Nick Sautner says he's confident Eden Park's upcoming modifica…

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Jason Walls: ZB political editor on Darleen Tana filing an injunction ahead of the Greens' Special General Meeting 3:46

8m ago3:46

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The clear consensus among experts shows Darleen Tana is hanging on for their political life. The former Green MP has filed an unprecedented injunction trying to prevent their former party convening a Special General Meeting this weekend. ZB political editor Jason Walls says the Greens clearly didn't see this coming - but they're not too worried. "T…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Darleen Tana launching legal action against their former party 5:12

19m ago5:12

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A Green Party meeting's still planned this weekend, despite former MP Darleen Tana taking out an injunction hoping to prevent it. The meeting was to consider using waka-jumping legislation to expel Tana from Parliament, because they're refusing to resign, despite quitting the Party. Tana's challenge against the Party will be heard in the Auckland H…

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David Smith: Guardian Washington Bureau Chief on Kamala Harris gearing up for first sit-down interview of the campaign 4:57

16m ago4:57

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Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her prospective VP Tim Walz are due to sit down for their first joint interview of their presidential campaign. The pair will be interviewed by CNN in their first in-depth on-the-record exchange since Joe Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed Harris as his replacement. Guardian Washington Bureau Chief David…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Jerome Pampellone's upcoming IBF decider against Conor Wallace 4:21

10m ago4:21

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Light heavyweight boxer Jerome Pampellone is intent on making the most of his second chance at a world title shot this evening. He'll fight Australian Conor Wallace in an IBF title eliminator in Sydney, having suffered his first professional loss to Malik Zinad in an eliminator back in April. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains what viewers …

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Paul Goulter: Nurses Organisation chief executive on Health NZ offering voluntary redundancies 4:12

8m ago4:12

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There's questions over how frontline work can be done, as Health New Zealand offers voluntary redundancies. The PSA says these cuts are to jobs in admin, procurement, policy, communications, information, research and monitoring. It says they come on top of a hiring freeze of backroom staff in June, that left hundreds of roles unfilled. Nurses Organ…

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Archive Intel with Larry Shumbres | E338 24:59

3h ago24:59

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of compliance and archiving with Larry Shumbres, CEO, and founder of Archive Intel. Archive Intel leverages AI to revolutionize the way businesses handle compliance, offering a singular platform to manage and mitigate risks effectively. We explore the challenges and opportunities in the sector, the role …

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Oasis reuniting for 2025 tour after 15 years 5:05

33m ago5:05

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British rock band Oasis said today they would reunite after 15 years, with brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher planning a series of live shows in 2025. The pair confirmed on social media that tickets would go on sale on August 31, with first show taking place in Cardiff on July 4 next year. UK correspondent Enda Brady recalls his experience meeting No…

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host ahead of Fonterra's big announcement 2:40

10m ago2:40

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Sources claim dairy giant Fonterra is set to make a big announcement tomorrow. This follows the company predicting a 50 percent increase to the milk forecast price. The Country's Jamie Mackay speculates about what the upcoming announcement might reveal. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on the OECD Secretary-General visiting New Zealand for the first time 3:05

16m ago3:05

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The Secretary-General of the OECD, Mathias Cormann, has made his first official visit to New Zealand. Trade Minister Todd McClay welcomed him to Wellington today - and trade agreements appear to be on the agenda. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen explains the significance of this visit. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

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Megan Singleton: BloggerAtLarge.com writer on Barcelona locals pushing back against America's Cup tourism 3:58

18m ago3:58

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As tourists descend on Barcelona for the America's Cup, the welcome from locals isn't as warm as the weather. The city has been grappling with the after-effects of over-tourism - and residents have been spotted wearing anti-America's Cup merchandise in protest. BloggerAtLarge.com's Megan Singleton says people are fed up with tourism pushing up the …

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The Huddle: Do we need a bi-partisan solution to the energy crisis? 10:15

23m ago10:15

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Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Are the Wellington posties wrong to refuse to deliver Better Wellington's anti-council pamphlet over claims of misinformation? Is there a political bias here? The Government will overturn the oil and …

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Full Show Podcast: 27 August 2024 1:40:56

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 27 August 2024, Labour leader Chris Hipkins gets into a fiery argument with Heather over Labour's opposition to oil and gas exploration. Police Commissioner Andrew Coster celebrates a major win over the Head Hunters. The postie union are refusing to deliver a pamphlet in Wellingto…

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Michael Boggs: NZME chief executive on the tough trading environment impacting the media sector 6:45

9m ago6:45

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New Zealand Media and Entertainment (NZME) says its first-half revenue was slightly up on the year before, despite a tough trading environment. The media group behind the New Zealand Herald, BusinessDesk, Newstalk ZB and OneRoof reported a first-half net profit of $1.9 million, down 4.3 percent on the year before. However, there was a 3 percent lif…

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Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner on Auckland police seizing almost $15m worth of Head Hunter assets 4:34

27m ago4:34

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A win for Auckland police, who have seized almost $15 million worth of of Head Hunter assets and properties - including the prized Mount Wellington gang pad. Items taken from President Wayne Doyle, under the Criminal Proceeds Act, include properties in New Lynn and Freeman's Bay. Other assets include two bank accounts, a vehicle and $275,000 cash f…

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Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on the final messages between Phillip Polkinghorne and Pauline Hanna (6) 2:37

39m ago2:37

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Messages between Phillip Polkinghorne and his wife Pauline Hanna have come to light today in court. The Auckland eye surgeon is accused of killing Hanna in their home in 2021, although he claims it was suicide. The court's heard messages between the two - described by an officer working the case as 'loving'. NewstalkZB's Chelsea Daniels says jurors…

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Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on the final messages between Phillip Polkinghorne and Pauline Hanna 2:37

39m ago2:37

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Messages between Phillip Polkinghorne and his wife Pauline Hanna have come to light today in court. The Auckland eye surgeon is accused of killing Hanna in their home in 2021, although he claims it was suicide. The court's heard messages between the two - described by an officer working the case as 'loving'. NewstalkZB's Chelsea Daniels says jurors…

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Chris Hipkins: Labour leader says the party will re-instate oil and gas ban when it gets back into power 8:14

16m ago8:14

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Labour would re-instate a ban on oil and gas exploration if it got back into power. The Government is reversing the ban, despite belief from opponents there's no reserves left to be found. It also plans to make it easier import Liquefied Natural Gas, aiming to boost energy supplies. Labour leader Chris Hipkins says New Zealand has an abundance of r…

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Sam Emery: Australian correspondent on thousands of Australian construction workers striking across the nation 5:02

33m ago5:02

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Thousands of Australian workers have gone on strike to protest the Government's takeover of the construction arm of the CFMEU. Workers downed their tools and walked away from 11am this morning - halting the construction of several major building projects across the nation. Australian correspondent Sam Emery says these protests will be monitored ami…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on whether Labour will change its mind about their oil and gas ban 5:42

16m ago5:42

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As the current energy crisis worsens, Labour is holding steady on its promise to bring back the oil and gas ban again. The Government has recently agreed to remove hurdles for gas imports, speed up overturning the ban on oil and gas exploration - and will review the electricity market's performance. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper say…

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John Maynard and Alistair Boyce: Postal Workers Union National President and Better Wellington spokesperson on the controversial anti-council leaflet 7:39

35m ago7:39

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A controversial anti-council leaflet has ruffled feathers in the capital. A group called Better Wellington produced the flyer criticising council plans, like changing noise control to let mosques play their call to prayer. But posties are calling it harmful misinformation and have refused to deliver it. John Maynard from the Postal Workers Union sa…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Labour can't hold on to the oil and gas ban forever 2:53

2h ago2:53

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That was quite a smart move from Chris Luxon yesterday, calling on opposition parties to support the Government in fixing this energy crisis we’re in at the moment. Not only because this is now so serious, with businesses closing down and cutting jobs because they can’t afford the power bill, that it really requires everyone in Parliament to be gro…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on captain James Cutfield facing investigation over Bayesian superyacht sinking 4:25

1h ago4:25

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Italian media are reporting prosecutors have begun an official investigation of New Zealander James Cutfield, captain of the British flagged superyacht that sank of Sicily last week. Reuters is not able to independently verify the decision and says being placed under investigation doesn't imply guilt or mean formal charges will follow. On the weeke…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the US potentially cutting interest rates 2:57

1h ago2:57

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US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell has hinted interest rate cuts could be coming from September. In a recent address, Powell indicated upside risks to inflation have diminished, and the downside risks to employment have increased. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly says these comments struck the right tone with markets, causing sharemarkets…

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Barb Hyman: Sapia.ai chief executive on the increased usage of AI in job recruitment 6:44

20m ago6:44

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More and more businesses have begun utilising AI for recruiting staff - and jobseekers have concerns. Spark, Kmart and Woolworths all use Sapia.ai software to conduct automated chat and video interviews with an AI-based 'smart interviewer'. Chief executive and platform founder Barb Hyman says the AI eliminates the bias human recruiters bring to job…

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The Huddle: Do we agree with the amendments to the Fast Track Approvals Bill? 9:33

23m ago9:33

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Tonight on The Huddle, broadcaster Mark Sainsbury and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Do we have a problem with Labour's Carmel Sepuloni collecting her MP's salary while filming Celebrity Treasure Island? The Government has made some changes to the Fast Track Approvals Bill…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 August 2024 1:41:03

37m ago1:41:03

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 26 August 2024, Energy Minister Simeon Brown tells Heather how the Government's big new energy package will address our energy crisis. In a landmark case, the Court of Appeal has found four Uber drivers were employees - and not contractors - meaning they're entitled to paid holiday…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Prime Minister Luxon telling local councils to stop wasteful spending 8:53

15m ago8:53

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The Finance Minister has accused mayors and councillors of ignoring their bases when it comes to spending. Speaking at Thursday's Local Government New Zealand conference on Wednesday, Chris Luxon told councils to tighten their belts and stop wasteful spending. Nicola Willis says city and regional councils have lost touch with their ratepayers. "For…

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Simeon Brown: Energy Minister on the Government's plan to boost energy supply and reduce power bills 4:27

18m ago4:27

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The Energy Minister says the Government will make sure the energy sector is more competitive - and better for customers. Cabinet has agreed to import more Liquefied Natural Gas and fast-track reforms to make it easier to build renewable energy farms in light of sky-high power prices pressuring big industry users. Minister Simeon Brown says more com…

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Michael Glading: NZ Open Tournament Director on Lydia Ko winning the AIG Women’s Open 2:09

19m ago2:09

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Kiwi golfer Lydia Ko dominated in St Andrews - and walked away with another victory. Ko's remarkable August has seen her claim an Olympic gold medal, a spot in the LPGA Hall of Fame and her first major since 2016, after capturing the Women's Open in Scotland. NZ Open Tournament Director Michael Glading says Lydia Ko's enthusiasm for golf has picked…

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Dennis Maga: First Union General Secretary on what the ruling against Uber means for other contractors 2:52

7m ago2:52

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There's hopes a ruling against Uber could help empower other contractors. The Court of Appeal has ruled four Uber drivers are employees, not contractors. Uber says it will appeal and claims the move will increase uncertainty for workers who enjoy the flexibility of contract work. First Union General Secretary Dennis Maga says it could have wider im…

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John Kidd: Enerlytica Head of Research on the Government's proposed solutions to fix energy crisis 3:53

12m ago3:53

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The Government has unveiled a raft of new measures set to ease the nation's energy security crisis. Cabinet has agreed to cut regulation stopping New Zealand bringing in foreign Liquefied Natural Gas in order to ease power bills. It will also speed up overturning a ban on oil and gas exploration - and will review the electricity market's performanc…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government's new energy package 5:52

22m ago5:52

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The Government has announced a range of moves designed to shore up supply and keep prices stable. They include bringing in legislation this year to allow oil and gas exploration - and speed up consenting for renewable energy. It will also ease regulation around lines companies owning generation. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says th…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Sydney underworld figure Tarek Ayoub being shot and killed in Parramatta 4:28

10m ago4:28

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A prominent Sydney underworld figure has been shot and killed in a targeted murder, according to authorities. Tarek Ayoub was shot multiple times in the car park of a unit complex in Parramatta - and was pronounced dead on the scene. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says police are worried about retribution from other Sydney gangs. LISTEN A…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Lydia Ko winning the women's British Open 3:05

2m ago3:05

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Another victory for Lydia Ko - the Kiwi golfer's won her third major, her first since 2016. Ko triumphed by two strokes at the British Open after finishing at seven-under par overall at St Andrews. Sportstalk host Jason Pine says this is a 'spectacular' end to Lydia Ko's career as she looks to call it a day. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Lewis Ferris and Tania Gibson: Metservice meteorologist and Greymouth mayor on the heavy rain and flooding impacting Wellington region 5:31

14m ago5:31

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Surface flooding is continuing in the wider Wellington region, with commuters bracing for more downpours. High tides are coinciding with torrential rain to spell a perfect storm of disruption, and motorists are being warned to expect delays. Metservice forecaster Lewis Ferris says the rain is persisting, but the worst should have passed. "It does l…

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Fionnghuala Cuncannon: On ANZ and ASB possibly having to refund interest to more than 100-thousand customers with home loans 3:27

13h ago3:27

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ANZ and ASB may have to refund interest to more than 100-thousand customers with home loans. Plaintiffs are seeking the refund after the banks breached consumer rights contracts. The Court of Appeal has ordered affected customers will be automatically included in the case. Class action lawyer Fionnghuala Cuncannon told Heather du Plessis Allan the …

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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 23 August 2024 1:41:00

35m ago1:41:00

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 23 August 2024, Kamala Harris has become the official Democratic nominee in the presidential race. US correspondent Simon Marks speaks to Heather from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Labour's Chris Hipkins has apologised to councils for the prime minister's criticism…

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Jolie Hodson: On Spark reporting a 72% drop in full year net profits 5:19

13m ago5:19

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It's a tough result for Spark today... reporting a 72% drop in full year net profit... with revenue down 14%. The big drop comes after last year's results were boosted by the sale of spark's cell tower network... but the company has acknowledged it's been a challenging year in tough economic conditions. Spark's chief executive Jolie Hodson told Hea…

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Sports Huddle: How will Shaun Johnson be remembered in the annals of Warriors history? 9:55

12m ago9:55

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Today on the Sports Huddle Heather was joined Oceania Football confederation media manager Matt Brown and Newstalk ZB rugby commentator Paul Allison for a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Why do you think Leon Macdonald left? will the All Blacks be better or worse off for it? How good a storyline would it be if he went t…

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Kieran McAnulty: On the Prime Minister's characterisation of councils across the country 4:22

15m ago4:22

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Labour's Local Government spokesman's pushed back on the Prime Minister's characterisation of councils across the country. On Wednesday, Chris Luxon launched a broadside against local government -- telling them to get back to basics with theirs spending. Chris Hipkins today apologised to councillors and mayors for the PM's attack; and Kieran McAnul…

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