Best Reserve Bank of Australia Podcasts (2024)

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Bloodshot eyes, but big smiles as the Lions' premiership party rolls on 1:37

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Plus - a health scare for pregnant actress Margot Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Brisbane Lions continue premiership party; Penrith into 5th straight NRL grand final 1:38

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Plus - Hezbollah has confirmed the death of its leader, sparking fears of an all out regional war in the Middle East See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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The Brisbane Lions have won the AFL Grand Final beating Sydney 2:09

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OMNY 6pm See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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The Brisbane Lions are ROARING in the first half of the AFL Grand Final 1:38

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See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Four killed in horror crash & AFL fans pack into MCG for grand final 2:07

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Four killed in horror crash & AFL fans pack into MCG for grand final See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Swans spruik record membership ahead of AFL decider 2:11

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The Sydney Swans have more than 75,000 members for the first time in the club's history, as preparations continue for today's AFL grand final in Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Gates open at the MCG ahead of AFL grand final 2:11

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Gates open at the MCG ahead of AFL grand final See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Icon of the stage and screen passes away 2:13

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Tributes are flowing for actress Dame Maggie Smith, who has died in a London hospital at the age of 89. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Full Show Podcast: 27 September 2024 1:40:29

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Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 27 September. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Distraught parents farewell Sydney school girl Charlotte O'Brien 2:11

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The 12-year-old took her own life earlier in the month due to bullying. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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The PBoC offers the Chinese economy a helping hand 7:47

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In this podcast, Kristina Clifton sits down with Carol Kong to talk through all the stimulus measures announced by the Chinese authorities this week and their implications for the Chinese economy. We continue to expect the government will deliver more fiscal stimulus soon. The risk remains China’s economic growth will undershoot our forecast of 4.9…

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Jules Radich: Dunedin Mayor talks mass protest against proposed cutbacks to new hospital 2:58

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The Dunedin Mayor says he is expecting thousands of people to protest tomorrow over a proposed downgrade for the city's new hospital. The Government has asked Health New Zealand to cut costs - after an independent review found it's hurtling toward an overspend. Mayor Jules Radich says he is urging the community to march against what amounts to clin…

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Mark Wynne: Alliance Group Chair talks proposal to shut Timaru meatworks 3:17

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The Alliance Group says a drop in our livestock numbers is behind a proposal shut a Timaru meatworks. It's called an all-staff meeting today to announce a proposal to close its Smithfield freezing works. It would stop sheep meat, calf, and night shift venison processing after this season, and remaining venison at the end of the year, at the latest.…

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Paul Hofman: Paediatric Endocrinolgist talks New Zealand's high use of puberty blockers 5:09

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A view that puberty blocker use for trans youth in New Zealand needs tighter supervision. New Zealand's use of puberty blockers is seven times higher than comparable countries. Paediatric Endocrinologist, Paul Hofman says they shouldn't be banned as they can be effective in some cases. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan it's not settled science. Hofm…

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Swans and Lions turn focus from parade to Grand Final 2:12

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Hundreds of thousands of fans line Melbourne streets to cheer on their heroes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Liam Lawson has what it takes to be a F1 star 2:17

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What about Liam Lawson? A kid from Pukekohe from potato country, has just been given a Formula One seat for the rest of the season. What an absolutely amazing achievement that is. There are only 20 seats available each season in F1. 20 seats. And the absolute best drivers around the world compete for those twenty seats. And a 22-year-old kid from N…

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PM calls for calm amid escalating Israel-Lebanon tensions 2:08

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It comes as Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu rejects a US proposal for a 21-day ceasefire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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East Coast airports brimming with over 250,000 travellers as AFL GF fans flood Melbourne 2:05

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Meanwhile, both the Swans and Lions were cheered on as their Grand Final parade wound through Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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New Zoodoo owner promising better animal welfare and conservation 2:08

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They'll invest five million dollars over five years See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Hobart men accused of guns trafficking 2:08

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It's alleged they hid them in a vehicle on the Spirit of Tasmania See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Thousands of crimes went unpunished last year 2:08

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Police struggling with a lack of resources See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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The Greens say they've confirmed the Mac Point stadium will be over budget 2:08

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After pressing the Mac Point Development Corporation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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The state government won't give in to the hospitality industry 2:08

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Pokies cards are coming, but a year later that planned See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Qantas promises AFL fan flights won't be disrupted by industrial action; And another NRL coach given the axe 3:09

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Qantas promises AFL fan flights won't be disrupted by industrial action; And another NRL coach given the axe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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The voters who could swing the US election 15:13

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Given the stark difference between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris it’s hard to fathom there are some Americans still struggling to decide who they’ll vote for in just six weeks’ time. But while they’re disengaged, and often confused, it’s these undecided voters who could swing the result. Today, we look at who they are and what they’re saying with …

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Fears tomato prices could rise after farms shut down with viral outbreak 2:08

27m ago2:08

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Fears tomato prices could rise after farms shut down with viral outbreak See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the rise and fall of Intel 5:26

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Former industry giant Intel used to dominate the computer chip market - with significant presence in the world of PCs and servers. However, the company's market share has plummeted and it runs the risk of being bought out by rivals. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains what went wrong for the business. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Each time you tap, you pay a little extra, and it all adds up 29:06

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Australian's love affair with paying by card - and not cash - has now surpassed 90% of transactions. And each time we tap our card, the merchant incurs a cost that's passed onto you, the customer, to the tune of billions of dollars a year. So who gets the money? As part of a Review of Retail Payments Regulation, the RBA is expecting the industry - …

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra posting a stronger-than-expected net profit 4:00

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Kiwi dairy farmers can breathe a sigh of relief following Fonterra's successful results. The dairy giant posted a $1.1 billion dollar net profit and confirmed a 55 cent total dividend for the past financial year. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains what this news means for the wider dairy sector. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on The Warehouse Group reporting a $54.2m net loss 3:32

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Leading Kiwi retailer The Warehouse Group has posted a significant net loss off the back of a tough trading environment. The company today posted it announced a net loss of $54.2 million - a contract to last year's $29.8 million net profit. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says it's unclear if the Warehouse can recover from this. LISTEN…

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The Huddle: What's it going to take to bring people back to the Warehouse? 9:23

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Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Warehouse has posted a record-setting net loss today - what's it going to take to bring consumers back? The Government has announced another crackdown on student attend…

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Full Show Podcast: 26 September 2024 1:40:04

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Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 26 September. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the new trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates 5:20

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The Trade Minister has revealed how he managed to get the trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates over the line so quickly. Todd McClay and counterpart Minister Al Zeyoudi signed the deal this morning to remove 98.5 percent of export duties on goods. McClay says he'd been working negotiators hard for four months following an exchange earlier …

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Sir Wayne 'Buck' Shelford: Former All Blacks captain on Scott Roberton's lineup changes ahead of the second Bledisloe test 2:18

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One former All Blacks captain claims Scott Robertson will want to try out new combinations in future matches. The side set to play against the Wallabies in Wellington has been revealed - with Beauden Barrett taking on the No 10 jersey, Anton Lienert-Brown replacing Jordie Barrett and TJ Perenara starting his final match in the No 9 jersey. Sir Wayn…

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Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the cost blowout impacting the construction of new Dunedin Hospital project 3:23

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The Government has been forced to go back to the drawing board with the plans for the new Dunedin Hospital. An independent review has found the project as currently planned is 'probably not achievable' within the budget of $1.88 billion. Ministers Shane Reti and Chris Bishop have asked Health NZ for solutions and warned that upgrades to other hospi…

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Pat Newman: Te Tai Tokerau Principals' Association spokesperson on David Seymour's school attendance crackdown 4:13

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There's harsh criticism of Associate Education Minister David Seymour's push for prosecution of parents of continued truants. Seymour says parents could be fined in the most extreme cases as part of Government requirements for Stepped Attendance Response plans in schools by 2026. He's also insisting term-time teacher-only days need authorisation fr…

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John Journee: Warehouse Group interim CEO on the company's multi-million dollar net loss 4:54

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The Warehouse Group says this year's unacceptable earnings have two parts. It's posting a $54.2 million net loss after tax. Last year it made a $29.9 million profit. Sales at The Warehouse and Noel Leeming are down 5.3 percent and Warehouse Stationery is down 6.7 percent. Interim CEO, John Journee says they get it right most of the time, but it nee…

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Australia joins a long list of allies in calling for a ceasefire in Lebanon 2:08

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Australia joins a long list of allies in calling for a ceasefire in Lebanon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Tasmania Briefing

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Te Pāti Māori's warning after the Government cuts te Reo programme 5:00

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Te Pāti Māori has warning the Government of the 'wrath of the million Māori' after a $30 million cut to a programme for teachers to learn te reo Māori. It follows a South Auckland principal teacher’s union slamming the Government’s decision to cut funding to a programme for teachers to learn te reo Māori. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Sop…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Australian Government reviewing negative gearing, housing taxes 5:39

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Over in Australia, negative gearing and capital gains tax changes are on the political agenda in a bid to reduce problems in the housing market. The Labour Government has confirmed that the current tax concessions are set to undergo a review. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has acknowledged the complaints o…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Razor's picks for the All Blacks squad ahead of second Bledisloe clash 3:28

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Two veterans get starting farewells in the All Blacks for the dead-rubber second Bledisloe Cup test against the Wallabies in Wellington on Saturday. TJ Perenara is into the number nine jersey - dropping Cortez Ratima to the bench - while Sam Cane retains his spot at openside flanker for his 100th test match. Beauden Barrett's replacing Damian McKen…

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Chris Proctor: Hastings Youth Council chair on Hastings District Council voting in favour of letting youth council members vote on decisions 6:38

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Hastings District Council has voted in favour of allowing non-elected members of its Youth Council to vote in council decisions. Youth Council members will be able to vote in council committees and sub-committees - and they'll also be paid. The Council was divided on this move - but mayor Sandra Hazlehurst had the deciding vote and the issue was pa…

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Don't expect David Seymour's crackdown to go over well with teacher unions 2:11

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That's quite the crackdown on truancy from David Seymour today - don't expect this to go down well with the teacher unions. So the first thing David Seymour's announced is that he's coming for the parents. He's bringing in the possibility of enforcing fines on parents who don't send their kids to school. Now, it's 100 percent that the excuse-makers…