Best Turbulent Productions Podcasts (2024)

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on wildfires in Greece forcing residents to evacuate 4:48

20m ago4:48

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Thousands of residents are being evacuated from their homes as a large wildfire continues to rage north of Athens, with flames leaping as high as 25m. The historic site of Marathon is among the areas where residents are being moved to safety by the emergency services. UK correspondent Gavin Grey unpacks the extent of the damage. LISTEN ABOVE See om…

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Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on markets pricing in rate cuts ahead of OCR update 3:17

11m ago3:17

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The Reserve Bank is set to make a call on the Official Cash Rate this week, and experts are feeling hopeful. While economists are divided on the outcome, markets have priced in possible rate cuts going forward. Shane Solly from Harbour Asset Management explains what we can expect. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Matt Duder: EBoss managing director on the new data showing significant percentage of builders have grim outlook for the year 3:48

15m ago3:48

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Nearly three-quarters of builders think the industry is in for another tough financial year, according to new data. 650 Kiwi builders were consulted in a new EBoss survey, with 67 percent of respondents reporting less projects and 70 percent claiming industry conditions will only get worse in the coming months. Matt Duder from EBoss says builders o…

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Full Show Podcast: 12 August 2024 1:40:04

25m ago1:40:04

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 12 August 2024, the Government is getting tougher on beneficiaries. Social Development Minister Louise Upston tells Heather why jobseekers need to reapply for the benefit every six months from now. Chelsea Daniels has the latest developments from the Polkinghorne trial where Paulin…

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The Huddle: What were our favourite Olympic moments? 9:11

16m ago9:11

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Tonight on The Huddle - Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani and Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Olympics are over and done with - what did we think? What were our favourite moments? The Police Association and Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee have been butting heads …

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister hopes to address competition issues in the banking sector 9:20

15m ago9:20

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The Finance Minister is open to all options when it comes to increasing competitiveness in the banking sector. The Commerce Commission is expected to deliver their report examining banking competition issues - and drafts have hinted changes need to take place. Minister Nicola Willis says she's awaiting next week's findings. "I've committed that I w…

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Investing in AI: companies changing the world & the ETFs that hold them 57:32

32m ago57:32

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Are you invested in AI? In this episode, Owen Rask chats with Hugh Lam, CFA, an Investment Strategist at Betashares. The duo discusses artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on investors and the companies they invest in. They also discuss ways to invest in the AI boom through ETFs such as ASX: NDQ. Please note: Betashares is a long-term partne…

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Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister hits back at Police Association over firearms reform 4:01

13m ago4:01

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Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says the Police Association won't be left out of consultation on the firearms registry. Association President Chris Cahill has penned an open letter asking for Nicole McKee's role in reviewing the law to be stripped and given to the Police Minister. McKee says the association wasn't asked for early consultati…

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Mitch Lowe: event promoter launches Wiggles-themed dance festival 3:08

10m ago3:08

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Famed Australian children's band, The Wiggles, will be headlining an upcoming dance festival for kids this summer. Anthony, John, Tsehay and DJ Dorothy will be performing at the Sound System Dance Party at Baypark Arena on January 5. Event promoter Mitch Lowe says there's a market for events catering to younger audiences. "The reception's been craz…

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Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on Pauline Hanna's niece delivering testimony in Polkinghorne murder trial 3:28

2m ago3:28

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Week three of Phillip Polkinghorne's murder trial has kicked off with testimony from Pauline Hanna's niece. The Auckland eye doctor's accused of murdering his wife in 2021, but his defence claims she killed herself. The court's today heard from Hanna's niece, Rose, who made a covert recording played last week - in which Pauline discussed issues wit…

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Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on the new sanctions for people on the Jobseeker benefit 4:33

2m ago4:33

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The Social Development Minister says new sanctions will give beneficiaries less choice for spending money. The Government is ramping up obligations for those on Jobseeker benefits, and a Traffic Light System of punishments when they aren't met. People hitting 'Red' can expect half their benefit income to be put on a payment card, used only for acce…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Prime Minister Chris Luxon shooting down Olympic victory parade 5:50

13m ago5:50

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Prime Minister Luxon has congratulated the Kiwi athletes after a record-shattering Olympic Games - but claimed hosting a victory parade would be difficult. The idea of a post-Olympics victory parade was floated to the Prime Minister, but Luxon says arranging this event isn't as easy as it sounds. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says t…

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Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the ongoing investigations into Queensland helicopter crash 4:06

19m ago4:06

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Investigations are under way in Cairns into whether a helicopter that crashed into a hotel in the middle of the night was stolen. The pilot died after hitting the DoubleTree by Hilton about 2am, with propeller blades landing in its pool and the main street. New reports claim charter company Nautilus Aviation say its helicopter was stolen, and polic…

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Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks' shock 38-30 loss to Argentina 3:28

7m ago3:28

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The All Blacks are hoping to bounce back this weekend following their recent 38-30 loss to Argentina. The team has completed their usual Monday review session before prepping for Saturday's rematch at Eden Park. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Andrew Little: former Defence Minister voices support for New Zealand getting involved with AUKUS 6:17

13m ago6:17

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A former Labour leader's broken ranks with his Party, in supporting AUKUS pillar two. Former Defence Minister Andrew Little has claimed the current Government is right to investigate the military intelligence-sharing agreement with the US, the UK, and Australia. Little says the nation needs to update its defence technology to address possible threa…

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Troy Stade: Maritime Lawyer on the Aratere crashing into a dock in Wellington 4:42

3d ago4:42

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Another problem for Aratere. The Interislander ferry's expected to be out of action for a few days after crashing into the dock in Wellington. More than 100 passengers and 40 crew were on board - none was injured. Maritime Lawyer Troy Stade told Heather du Plessis-Allan that speaking with the crew, there are concerns generally about how things have…

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Sports Huddle: The C2 500m trick, Imane Khelif, and the legacy of the Paris Olympics 8:39

6m ago8:39

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Today on the Sports Huddle Heather was joined by Sports Commentators Nicky Styris and Jim Kayes too look at some of the stories coming out of the Olympics. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Wayne Brown: Auckland Mayor explains why he wants control of Auckland Transport back in the council's hands 5:46

13m ago5:46

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The knives appear to be out for Auckland Transport. Wayne Brown's putting forward a proposal to strip AT of its policymaking functions and have elected representatives control it. It also includes plans to abolish the council’s development agency and its events and economic development agency. He'll need the backing of councillors, and in the case …

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Full Show Podcast: 9 August 2024 1:40:29

14m ago1:40:29

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 9 August 2024, Pan Pac Managing Director Tony Clifford explains why sky-high electricity prices have meant he's had to stop Hawkes Bay's paper pulp mill. Christchurch City Councillor Tim Scandrett reacts to news that the Christ Church Cathedral is set to be mothballed as it's run ou…

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Ian Ferguson: Former Canoeist and Olympian on the quality of the medals at the Paris Olympics 3:02

7m ago3:02

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This year’s Olympic medals don’t seem to be up to standard. A US Olympic skateboarder has criticised the quality of his bronze medal after it began to deteriorate only a week after he won it. The backside of the medal is chipped, and it’s already losing its bronze colour. Former Olympian Ian Ferguson told Heather du Plessis-Allan that his are 40 ye…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: There has to be a limit to funding Christchurch's Cathedral 2:08

12m ago2:08

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Nicola Willis has made the right call to not give any more taxpayer money to the Christ Church Cathedral rebuild. It’s tough call. It's got consequences, as they’re saying, it looks like the Cathedral night be mothballed because they can’t figure out how else to raise the money. But frankly, the country can’t afford to give them another $60 million…

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Barry Soper: ZB Senior Political Correspondent on politician's responses to the sky-high electricity prices and energy crisis 4:30

12m ago4:30

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Soaring energy prices have been a topic of conversation at the moment as multiple mills are at risk of shutting up shop. Regional Development Minister Shane Jones has issued a warning to generators, telling them to sort it out or else the Government will get involved. Nicola Willis and Simeon Brown have stated that they’re making inquiries into the…

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Tim Scandrett: Christchurch City Councillor on the future of the Christ Church Cathedral 2:10

15m ago2:10

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A Christchurch city councillor says there could be options to come to a deal regarding the rebuild of Christ Church Cathedral. Its future's in doubt as the Government refuses to step in to plug a $114 million funding gap for the restoration. Asked if the Church could be sold rather than rebuilt, Tim Scandrett told Heather du Plessis Allan there are…

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Tony Clifford: Pan Pac Forest Products Managing Director on the impact of high electricity costs on their their export pulp production 5:13

42m ago5:13

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Pan Pac Forest Products says part of its operations could be on hold for another two months. The Napier mill says a major spike in electricity prices since Saturday has made its export pulp production unviable. Managing director Tony Clifford says the business can't generate profit with the cost of electricity at the current level. He told Heather …

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Kamala Harris pulling ahead of Donald Trump in the polls 5:21

14m ago5:21

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The polls are pointed in Kamala Harris’ favour. The Democratic candidate has taken an eight-point lead over the Republican’s Donald Trump, and with the addition of third-party candidates, Harris is leading 50% to Trump’s 42%. This is a significant change from a few months ago, where Joe Biden was trailing a few points behind Donald Trump. US Corres…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk Host on the potential reasons why the All Blacks v Argentina match hasn't sold out 4:58

25m ago4:58

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The All Blacks are opening the Rugby Championship this Saturday evening. They’re facing off against Argentina in Wellington’s Sky Stadium, and there are still tickets available. Sportstalk Host D’Arcy Waldegrave told Heather du Plessis-Allan there’s probably a couple of reasons behind this. He said that one factor could be that no one has the money…

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Arunima Dhingra: NZ Association for Migration and Investment chair on the impact of international visa price hikes on migrant workers 4:12

1h ago4:12

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Warnings that price hikes for international visas could chill the workforce. The Government is increasing costs across almost all categories from October to bring in an extra $536 million over four years. The cost for a skilled residence visa will rise by over $2000, and work visas are more than doubling in price. New Zealand Association for Migrat…

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Market turbulence, financially detoxing & preventative home maintenance [Money & Chill] 46:56

1h ago46:56

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What's going on with the market right now? On today's episode of Money & Chill, Kate Campbell, Owen Rask, and producer Monique unpack our latest news, discuss this week's market mayhem, share some dubious money-saving tips, and discuss some of the podcasts and books we've been enjoying lately. ⚠️ Warning: This is not a serious episode, but we have …

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the riots unfolding across the UK 3:44

21m ago3:44

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The UK is still rife with unrest, over a week since the fatal stabbing of three girls in a Southport dance class. Far-right protests were sparked from a wave of false messaging online that wrongly identified the suspected killer as an Islamic migrant. UK correspondent Enda Brady explains the latest developments. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the state of the market after a turbulent week 5:46

31m ago5:46

5:46

After a turbulent week for financial markets - have things bounced back? Japan's stocks have rebounded after their crash, but there's mixed results from around the rest of the world. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the veteran Scottish sheep shearer who beat a world record 3:30

5m ago3:30

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A veteran Scottish shearer who is the only woman to qualify in the top 30 at the Golden Shears in Masterton has shattered a world record set by New Zealander Sacha Bond just six months ago. Shearing at Trefranck Farm in Cornwall, 51-year-old Una Cameron was chasing Bond’s solo women’s nine-hour strong wool ewes record of 458 and finished at 4am tod…

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Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on ASB predicting OCR will cut rates next week 4:31

11m ago4:31

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ASB has made a surprise call ahead of next week's OCR announcement. The bank is predicting the Reserve Bank will cut rates in the coming days - a sooner timeframe than initially predicted. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains whether or not ASB makes a good case. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Full Show Podcast: 8 August 2024 1:40:17

17m ago1:40:17

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 8 August 2024, the Aratere Interislander ferry has crashed again! Minister Simeon Brown was wearing all the hats today - talking to Heather about the crash, our energy crisis and how councils will be able to pay for their water infrastructure in future. Heather reckons Paul Golds…

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The Huddle: Do our teachers need to be better educated? 9:45

7m ago9:45

9:45

Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Matt Heath from Radio Hauraki joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Interislander's Aratere is in hot water again after hitting a ramp docking in Wellington this afternoon. What's really going on here? The Government is requiring new teacher trainees to pass …

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Greg Smith: Devon Funds Head of Retail on Allbirds posting a multi-million dollar net loss 4:33

6m ago4:33

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There's bad news for a former darling of the footwear world. Kiwi shoe company Allbirds, co-founded by former All White Tim Brown, has posted a net loss of $19 million for the second quarter of 2024. Greg Smith from Devon Funds says the company runs the risk of being de-listed from the Nasdaq. "The valuation of the company was over $4 billion, the …

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Avelo Airlines founder & CEO Andrew Levy’s strategy for competing in the crowded skies 21:03

1h ago21:03

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Andrew Levy shocked a lot of people when he resigned as CFO of United Airlines in 2018 to create a new airline. On the latest This is Working, the Avelo Airlines founder and CEO talks to LinkedIn's Editor in Chief Dan Roth about why he launched a startup in an already saturated industry of giants — seeing an opportunity to tap underserved markets w…

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Diane Calvert: Wellington City Councillor among those that walked out during contentious roadworks meeting 3:25

12m ago3:25

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Three Wellington City Councillors walked out of a meeting this afternoon - around contentious roadworks on Thorndon Quay. The council agreed to reduce building raised pedestrian crossings from five, to two. But Councillor Ben McNulty refused to vote, saying he was uncomfortable playing the role of a transport engineer. He left the room as well as N…

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Rosina Merry: Teacher Education Forum executive chair on the Government's new teacher training requirements 2:50

11m ago2:50

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There's concerns from experts that new teacher training requirements will exacerbate workforce shortages. The Government's action plan includes teacher trainees needing to have achieved NCEA Level Two maths. Teacher Education Forum executive chair, Rosina Merry, says many enter the profession well after leaving school. She says the sector isn't aga…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Minister Paul Goldsmith removing Māori greetings from Matariki invitation 5:31

14m ago5:31

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The Prime Minister has brushed off his faux pas yesterday, when he seemed to be taking a crack at Australians. Minister Paul Goldsmith was being questioned over removing Māori greetings from his Matariki invitation to an Australian Minister. In his defence, Chris Luxon said in his dealings with Australians, it pays to be incredibly simple. ZB polit…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Qantas slashing former CEO's exit paycheck 4:51

14m ago4:51

4:51

Australian airline Qantas has slashed former CEO Alan Joyce's exit package, following a stint of costly scandals and legal cases. The $21.4m payout Joyce was due to get after leaving the company last year will be cut by $9.26m, the company told investors. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this follows a rough business period for the airline…

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Simeon Brown: Energy Minister blames Labour's gas exploration ban for low power supply 8:19

9m ago8:19

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The Energy Minister says rising power costs are because of low supply. Heavy business users have warned spiking prices threaten their viability - including timber mills facing possible closure. The Electricity Authority and Commerce Commission has been asked to look at whether power companies are price gouging. The Government is also looking to imp…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the Olympic K4 500m event 4:37

22m ago4:37

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Kiwi Kayakers Max Brown and Grant Clancy are coping well with the controversy of them competing in the canoeing pair event at the Olympic Games. The duo finished distant last in their heat and quarterfinal in Paris after they were forced to compete in the kneel-down canoeing C2 500 - which was qualified so they could compete in the K4 500 event. Sp…

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Karen Chhour: Children's Minister outlines new priorities for Oranga Tamariki 5:39

4m ago5:39

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The Children's Minister has set out five new reporting instructions for Oranga Tamariki going forward. How the ministry is performing across these new criteria will be publicly reported every quarter starting from the 2024/2025 financial year. These include frequency of visits to children in care, timeliness around Reports of Concern, caregiver rep…

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Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Government doesn't need a petty issue around race relations 2:29

10m ago2:29

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Inevitably, the Aussies have picked up on the slur from Chris Luxon, where he said when talking to Aussies - it pays to be ‘incredibly simple’. And they seem to be largely taking in the spirit it’s intended, which is just a bit of humour. And it also means Luxon’s play worked. Which is - by having a crack at the Aussies to distract us from the actu…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the increase in planned far-right gatherings across the region 4:37

22m ago4:37

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UK police believe there are at least 30 potential far right gatherings planned tonight. So far in the week’s unrest, 400 arrests have been made and around 100 people have been charged in connection with the disorder brought about by the riots. Nearly 6,000 public order officers are being mobilised. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains further. LIST…

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Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on Uber's shares going up by 11 percent 5:14

27m ago5:14

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Rideshare giant Uber has reported its second quarter result - and shares were up +11 percent. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company is in a position to keep growing, despite an uncertain macroeconomic outlook and decreased consumer spending. Milford Asset Management's Deborah Lambie unpacks these results. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the widespread payroll issue impacting 40,000 McDonald’s staff 2:50

5m ago2:50

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Around 40,000 McDonald’s staff are likely to be compensated, as the fast-food chain corrects a widespread payroll issue dating back 15 years. McDonald’s is contacting those employed between November 1, 2009, and December 6, 2020, asking them to check a portal on its website to see if they’re eligible for reimbursement. The company is one of countle…

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Joe Gallagher: E tū Union negotiation specialist on the proposed closure of major Auckland pulp mill 5:08

8m ago5:08

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There's belief a major Auckland pulp mill proposing closure could be the first of many. Oji Fibre Solutions is consulting with its 75 Penrose staff, citing a three-year pattern of losses. CEO Jon Ryder says dramatically rising energy costs are one of several issues plaguing the mill. E tū Union negotiation specialist Joe Gallagher says the Governme…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Debbie Ngarewa-Packer's controversial comments 4:58

5m ago4:58

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Debbie Ngarewa-Packer has raised a few eyebrows following her controversial comments in the House. She's accused the ACT Party of grooming the Prime Minister and the Government into exercising 'ethnocide' on Māori culture. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper has labelled these accusations as hate speech. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/li…

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Full Show Podcast: 7 August 2024 1:39:49

6m ago1:39:49

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 7 August 2024, the Polkinghorne trial has turned to Philip Polkinghorne's relationships with sex workers today. The unemployment rate rose to 4.6% today. Kiwibank chief economist Jarrod Kerr says it's slightly better than predicted but he still thinks a cut to the OCR next week …

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