Best Professor Dunn S Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prague cracking down on pub crawls in a bid to attract 'cultured' tourists 5:10

12h ago5:10

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One European hotspot has had enough of British stag parties and hopes to attract more 'cultured' visitors to the region. City councillors in Prague have banned organised night-time pub crawls put on by travel agencies - meaning travellers will need to amuse themselves in other ways from 10pm to 6am. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the city hopes t…

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Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist predicts whether inflation will dip below 3 percent tomorrow 4:36

11h ago4:36

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All eyes are on Stats NZ's newest release tomorrow - as Kiwis brace to find out the official Consumers Price Index figures. Following the Reserve Bank's latest cut to the OCR, the bank is confident inflation has dipped below the 3 percent threshold. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham predicts whether or not inflation will drop back within the target…

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Rowena Duncum: The Country host celebrates the International Day of Rural Women 2:06

12h ago2:06

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Kiwi farming experts are paying tribute to the women in their lives as part of this year's International Day of Rural Women. Plenty of organisations have taken the day to celebrate the women making waves in the nation's rural sector - and The Country spoke to some of the Kiwi women making a difference and smashing the 'grass ceiling'. Host Rowena D…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on national house prices declining in 2024 2:56

12h ago2:56

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The housing market remains subdued across the country, with slightly weaker prices, more stock available and houses taking longer to sell. New data from the Real Estate Institute (REINZ) shows the national median fell 2.3 percent, to $781,000. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says prices are likely to stay low - despite recent cuts to int…

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Full Show Podcast: 15 October 2024 1:40:23

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 15 October 2024, the Government is threatening to intervene in Wellington City Council. A crown observer, commissioners and new elections are all on the table - but Wellington City Councillor Tim Brown tells Heather in a fiery interview none of that is needed. Big debate over Heal…

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The Huddle: Can Wellington City Council avoid an intervention? 10:15

12h ago10:15

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Labour chief of staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Two Auckland rich-listers are looking to get a helipad built at their Westmere home. Environmentalists and NIMBYs have blasted this move - and the proposal will need…

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David Seymour: ACT Party leader responds to the Solicitor General's updated prosecution guidelines 5:50

13h ago5:50

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ACT Party leader David Seymour has been quick to respond to the 'abhorrent' new prosecution guidelines set by the Solicitor General. The new guidelines have told prosecutors to 'think carefully about particular decisions where a person is Māori' - prompting backlash. Seymour has labelled these guidelines 'disgraceful'. "If New Zealand is based on a…

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Dirk Hudig: Herne Bay Residents Association co-chair on rich-lister couple's helipad proposal facing community feedback 3:29

14h ago3:29

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Auckland rich-listers Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray will be facing community feedback on their proposal to build a helipad at their Westmere home. It will now be publicly notified, so opponents will get a say at a public hearing. Herne Bay Residents Association co-chair Dirk Hudig says helicopters are incredibly noisy and dirty. He says they're not…

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Baden Smith: Air NZ General Manager of Strategy, Networks and Fleet on the airline's Dreamliners receiving a makeover 3:06

2h ago3:06

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Long-awaited improvements to Air New Zealand's Dreamliner cabins are set to get under way. New seats, new carpets, new screens and new Business Premier cabins are among the features customers can expect after the planes get retrofitted in Singapore. The airline's General Manager of Strategy, Networks and Fleet, Baden Smith, says the upgrades will m…

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Juliet Sear on air fryer baking 41:39

9h ago41:39

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This week on the podcast, host Samuel Goldsmith is joined by the dynamic and talented Juliet Sear, a renowned baker, TV presenter, and best-selling author. They discuss her latest book, "Air Fryer Baking Magic," her passion for both sweet and savoury creations, and her unique journey into the world of food and television. Juliette shares her journe…

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Tim Brown: Wellington City Councillor pushes back on the Government's potential intervention 8:06

2h ago8:06

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A Wellington City Councillor is not convinced the Government will intervene - and is defending the Council. The Local Government Minister's taking advice on potential intervention. Councillors must find cost savings after u-turning on plans to sell the 34 percent stake in Wellington Airport - estimated to be worth hundreds of millions of dollars. C…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Darleen Tana issuing an appeal ahead of Green Party meeting 6:25

15h ago6:25

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Darleen Tana's appeal isn't affecting her former Party's plans to meet this week, to discuss whether to invoke laws to boot her from Parliament. The once-Green MP resigned after an inquiry found she likely knew of alleged migrant exploitation at her husband's business. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the Greens are still looking …

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defending latest $4.3m home purchase 3:34

11h ago3:34

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is on the defence following his latest property purchase. The Australian leader recently bought a $4.3 million house on the New South Wales Central Coast - near his soon-to-be-wife's hometown. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Albanese has copped criticism over this purchase amid an ongoing cost-of-living cri…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Auckland FC's upcoming season and new captain 4:20

15h ago4:20

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Expect a reserved leadership style from Hiroki Sakai when he dons the captain's armband in Auckland FC's inaugural A-League football season. The Japanese international will be assisted by two vice captains - All White Tommy Smith and Australian Jake Brimmer. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Stephen Marshall: director of Victoria University’s Centre for Academic Development on unis reverting back to pen and paper tests to stop cheats 4:34

3h ago4:34

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More universities have reverted back to testing students with pen and paper exams because of the difficulty securing digital exams from cheats. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, more university courses have relied on virtual exams - allowing students to bypass protections and cheat their way into better marks. Professor Stephen Marshall, the director of…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the inquiry into the poisoning of woman killed by nerve agent 4:57

1d ago4:57

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A public inquiry is to begin later in Salisbury, England, to examine how a woman was killed in a 2018 poisoning blamed on Russian agents. 44-year-old Dawn Sturgess died after spraying herself with Novichok - the same chemical weapon used to target a former Russian spy four months earlier. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the inquiry will examine th…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on China's efforts to stimulate its economy 3:48

1d ago3:48

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Over in China, officials have outlined plans to further stimulate the economy amid an ongoing downturn. China's Ministry of Finance announced that China would issue special sovereign bonds to recapitalise its largest state owned banks. It would also allow local Governments to use RMB 2.3 trn of local Government special bonds to buy unsold homes. Ha…

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Mahesh Muralidhar: Phase One CEO says New Zealand businesses should save money to expand overseas 5:29

1d ago5:29

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One Kiwi investor believes more New Zealand businesses should be putting money aside in order to expand internationally. Phase One CEO Mahesh Muralidhar says this would boost the nation's GDP and add to the economy. He says Kiwis have plenty of entrepreneurial ability - but they lack the ability to see scale like their international counterparts. "…

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The Huddle: How can we bring more revenue into New Zealand? 10:49

1d ago10:49

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Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! ASB's CEO is advocating for more taxes in New Zealand to pay for the infrastructure deficits. This comes after ANZ's Antonia Watson advocated for a capital gains tax. Can we find a …

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Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2024 1:39:57

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 14 October 2024, one year on from the last election, how is the Government faring? Political Commentator Peter Dunne and Heather deliver their report card. Finance Minister Nicola Willis hits out at Wellington City Council, calling the situation surrounding the council's finances "…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister says the Government will be keeping an eye on Wellington Council's financial situation 9:16

1d ago9:16

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The Finance Minister has called Wellington City Council a 'shambles'. The City Council is having to look at its 10 year budget again after a vote last week to reverse its airport shares sale. It’s having to find cuts as the decision leaves a gap estimated to be worth hundreds of millions. Nicola Willis says the Local Government Minister’s watching …

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Robin Oliver: OliverShaw Tax Partner on ASB's chief executive saying Kiwis need to pay more taxes 2:48

1d ago2:48

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One expert has rejected the claim that Kiwis need to pay more taxes. ASB chief executive Vittoria Shortt says New Zealand has to bring in more tax dollars to fund the infrastructure the nation needs. This follows ANZ's boss calling for New Zealand to introduce a capital gains tax. OliverShaw Tax Partner Robin Oliver says the nation can't be taxed i…

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Dom Kalasih: Transporting New Zealand interim chief executive on the Government's bid to increase diesel reserves 1:49

1d ago1:49

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Transporting New Zealand is in favour of boosting diesel reserves. Resource Minister Shane Jones is asking for feedback on increasing the minimum diesel stockholding obligation of 21 days - to 28. Transporting New Zealand interim chief executive, Dom Kalasih, says a strong diesel supply is an important thing to have. He explains more diesel will in…

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Carolyn Young: Retail NZ chief executive on Wellington businesses calling for the council to reconsider Golden Mile project 2:49

1d ago2:49

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There's more criticism of central city roadworks in Wellington. Retail NZ, Hospitality NZ and the Bus and Coach Association are asking the council to review its Golden Mile pedestrianizing project. A number of businesses say roadworks and cycleway projects have forced them to close. Retail NZ Chief Executive Carolyn Young says it's 'disappointing' …

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Peter Dunne: political commentator on the latest 1News Verian poll result showing people aren't happy with the Government 2:55

1d ago2:55

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Some experts believe the Government can't rest on its laurels. A recent 1News Verian poll found 40 percent of people think the country is in worse shape since election day, a year ago. Former United Future Party leader and political commentator, Peter Dunne, says people aren't happy - but there's no sign they prefer the Opposition more. He says oth…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Sir Brian Roche becoming the next Public Service Minister 5:56

1d ago5:56

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The incoming Public Service Minister will serve for two years and eight months - not the usual five-years. Sir Brian Roche will step into the job on November 4. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says time will tell if this is the right move from the Government. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the growing calls to base speeding fines on income 4:51

1d ago4:51

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Over in Australia, there's growing calls to base speeding fines on the offending driver's individual income. A new report by think tank The Australia Institute claims flat-rate traffic penalties for speeders are 'unfair' amid the current cost-of-living crisis. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this might bring down the death toll on Aus…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Britannia head Sir Ben Ainslie taking a verbal swipe at Kiwi commentator 3:27

1d ago3:27

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Bristling but unbowed - Sir Ben Ainslie's backing Britannia to recover from a 3-nil deficit in the first-to-seven America's Cup match against Team New Zealand. The British skipper's taken umbrage with a misunderstood question from the host broadcaster that his syndicate is somehow inadequate off the coast of Barcelona. Sportstalk host Jason Pine un…

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Alex Turnbull: Rhythm and Alps founder and director on the cancellation of Bay Dreams 2025 4:05

1d ago4:05

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One of New Zealand's biggest summer music festivals - Bay Dreams - will not go ahead in 2025 as promoters struggle to draw big artists into the country. The organisers had hoped to book Kendrick Lamar as a headliner, but a successful 2024 for the rapper meant the costs to bring him here doubled. Rhythm and Alps founder and director Alex Turnbull sa…

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226 - Charles 'Chuck' Brooks, Professor, President: Cyber Protect Series, Georgetown University - Space & Satellite Threat Detection 37:24

2h ago37:24

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Let us know your thoughts. Send us a Text Message. Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedIn Episode Title: 🇺🇸Space & Satellite Threat Detection🇺🇸 In this second episode of the new #CyberProtectSeries series on Heads Talk, in partnership with Accxia, we bring you a conversation with a seasoned security specialist with …

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Full Show Podcast: 11 October 2024 1:40:27

15m ago1:40:27

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Friday 11 October 2024, the Electricity Authority has been told to get more competitive as it tries to curb soaring electricity prices. Energy Minister Simeon Brown joins Francesca to discuss the Government's expectations. Sailing Professor Mark Orams discusses Team N…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on investigating UK-linked businesses for potentially breaking Russian oil sanctions 4:42

5d ago4:42

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The British government is investigating 37 UK-linked businesses for potentially breaking Russian oil sanctions. The sanctions were introduced when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, but critics have claimed they’re ineffective with latest figures showing Russia’s economy is growing. It’s thought a lot of the affected businesses under investigation are…

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Jason Paris: One New Zealand CEO on the company starting testing its Starlink satellite to mobile service 6:49

5d ago6:49

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One New Zealand has been given the green light to begin testing of their Starlink satellite to mobile service over the next 10 weeks. It'll allow texting and messaging from many places currently without coverage. Currently 40 percent of the country has no mobile coverage, and the telecommunications company says satellite to cell plays a vital role …

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Geoffrey Miller: International geopolitical analyst on what's come out of Christopher Luxon's meeting with Narendra Modi 7:42

5d ago7:42

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A step forward for New Zealand-India relations. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is in Laos for the East Asia Summit, where he met with Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, who invited him to visit in the new year. Luxon says New Zealand’s relationship with India is moving in the right direction with the two discussing trade and other ways to work tog…

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Mark Smith: ASB senior economist on latest inflation figures 3:51

4d ago3:51

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Inflation appears to be easing, although some figures are continuing to surge. Latest Stats NZ figures show petrol is 14.9 percent cheaper than a year ago, while food prices rose 1.2 percent. Fruit and vegetables are 8.3 percent cheaper, while olive oil is 58 percent pricier. Butter, chocolate biscuits and alcohol have also been getting darer. ASB …

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Sports Huddle: America's Cup, Shaun Johnson, Rafael Nadal 10:07

5d ago10:07

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Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson and NZ Herald Sports Editor Alex Powell joined The Huddle to discuss the week's sports news. The 37th America's Cup is set to get underway this weekend, with Team New Zealand defending its title against INEOS Britannia in Barcelona. Shaun Johnson has come out of retirement to rejoin the Kiwis for the upc…

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Francis Collins: Auckland University sociology professor says inequality likely contributing to people leaving New Zealand 4:44

5d ago4:44

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A sociology expert says the inequality is likely contributing to people leaving New Zealand in droves. New Stats NZ figures show New Zealand had an annual net migration gain of nearly 54,000 people in the year to August. The 134,000 departures are the highest on record — driven by more than 81,000 Kiwis heading offshore. Auckland University sociolo…

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Mark Orams: AUT sailing professor previews 37th America's Cup 5:04

5d ago5:04

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The big dance is about to get underway in Barcelona. Starting Sunday morning overnight, defending champions Emirates Team New Zealand will take on INEOS Britannia in a best-of-13 series for the Auld Mug. New Zealand will be looking to win the America’s Cup for the third straight time, while Britain is competing in the event for the first time in ov…

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Simeon Brown: Energy Minister says the Electricity Authority doesn't need to worry about things they don't need to 7:06

5d ago7:06

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The Energy Minister says he's focused on making sure Kiwis pay reasonable prices for power. The Government's released its Policy Statement on electricity - outlining the role of the Government and the Electricity Authority. Simeon Brown says their role is ensuring correct market settings - and enabling private investment. He says the Authority's jo…

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Charles Feldman: US correspondent on the aftermath of Hurricane Milton 4:53

5d ago4:53

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The cleanup is underway in Florida after Hurricane Milton. At least 16 people have died, but Governor Ron DeSantis expects more casualties, while there were more than 100 Kiwis caught up in the storm, and left more than 3 million homes without power. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has lambasted Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump for spr…

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Sophie Trigger: Newstalk ZB senior political reporter on Christopher Luxon's meeting with Narendra Modi 4:59

4d ago4:59

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A jam-packed schedule for the Prime Minister's final day in Laos. After a day of introductions and talks with foreign counterparts, Chris Luxon is now attending the East Asia summit. Senior Political Reporter Sophie Trigger told Francesca Rudkin this is a significant forum - that's brought together world superpowers - including the US and Russia. S…

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Francesca Rudkin: The Government will be hoping departure figures are as bad as they get 3:35

4d ago3:35

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In April last year, it was announced New Zealanders living in Australia were suddenly afforded similar rights to Australians who live in New Zealand when it comes to having a pathway to citizenship. The change meant that from 1 July 2023, New Zealanders who have lived in Australia for four years on temporary or special category visas and met the st…

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Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on America's Cup about to get underway 3:44

4d ago3:44

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New Zealand’s America’s Cup defence is set to get underway. Last week Team Britannia confirmed their challenger status after beating Italy’s Luna Rossa in the preliminary Louis Vuitton Cup. NPC quarterfinals are also set to get underway, with Wellington taking on Counties Manukau in Wellington tonight, which will see TJ Perenara play his final game…

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Angela Dalton: Auckland councillor on upcoming fortnightly rubbish collection trial 5:34

5d ago5:34

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Less than two months ago, Auckland appeared ready to change its rubbish collection to a fortnightly service. But now councillors have voted to trial the change instead of implementing it or retaining the weekly service. It will start two-weekly collections in up to three areas for up to 4000 households, before deciding on region-wide rollout. Manur…

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Roger Beaumont: Banks to introduce Confirmation of Payee system 4:21

6d ago4:21

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In a crucial step towards reducing scams, banks will introduce a Confirmation of Payee system next month to be fully in place by Easter of next year. The system notifies a customer if the name and account they are transferring money into don't match up. Similar schemes have been successful in Australia and the United Kingdom. New Zealand Banking As…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 October 2024 1:40:41

11m ago1:40:41

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Thursday 10 October 2024, Hurricane Milton has made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm. Channel Nine reporter Alison Piotrowski joins Francesca out of Tampa with an update on the latest conditions. Finance Minister Nicola Willis discusses the deepening deficit …

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Ben McNulty: Wellington City Council votes against selling airport shares 4:28

6d ago4:28

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Wellington City Councillors have voted against selling it's airport shares. Council currently owns a 34% stake in Wellington Airport, and the shares needed to be sold in order to make it's recently adopted long-term plan viable. Wellington City Councillor Ben McNulty joins Francesca Rudkin to discuss what this means for the council. LISTEN ABOVE Se…

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The Huddle: Has crime drama TV gone too far? 11:33

6d ago11:33

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Tonight on the Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro and KiwiBlog & Curia Pollster David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Mysterious Death of Pauline Hanna is a TV drama announced by South Pacific Pictures, centred around the Polkinghorne trial. The Government deficit widens by more th…

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Let's cook together: Chicken Soup 5:19

23m ago5:19

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Cook-a-long with Samuel Goldsmith, in this bonus recipe episode. Find the recipe at goodfood.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Immediate Media

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Donald Matheson: Professor on newly announced Polkinghorne drama series 3:24

6d ago3:24

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The high profile murder trial in which Philip Polkinghorne was found not guilty of murdering his wife Pauline Hanna is set to be turned into a drama series. Development of the dramatised storytelling was announced today by South Pacific Pictures. Professor of Media and Communications at Canterbury University Donald Matheson joins Francesca Rudkin w…

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