Best Linear Motors Podcasts (2025)

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Mike's Minute: Why not charge tourists to visit our hot spots? 2:04

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I have at least partially changed my mind on charging tourists. The idea that you can wander around our conservation estate for free is, of course, nuts. Like the various charges that we have placed on tourists, whether it be at the border, or potentially in a hotel with a bed tax, the simple truth is if we got our act together in terms of marketin…

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Mark the Week: 15% tariffs are the biggest blow of the week 2:32

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At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Sheds: 8/10 The new garden shed rules are what good governance should be about – simple and common sense. How hard can it be? Local body elections: 4/10 Nominations close and, once again, a whole bunch of races are not being run b…

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Mike's Minute: The Treasury report shows why Labour won't win the election 2:06

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I said earlier this week that the Government will be re-elected next year because, all things being equal, history tends to show you get two terms. Plus, the Opposition remain the same people who stuffed the place a year and a half ago and the pain of that, the closeness of that, is still real for too many of us. Unless of course they rejuvenate th…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Does Mike have a career in reality TV? 11:36

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It’s Friday, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed Mike’s potential career in reality TV, car troubles, and AI in language learning apps. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Monty Betham: Former Warriors Captain on the Warriors chances against the Bulldogs 3:36

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The Warriors are just holding onto their position in the top four. Saturday will see them face off against the Bulldogs – a must win match after their last two losses. But the question remains, with the spotty performances from the New Zealand team, will they be able to defeat a top four side? Former Warriors Captain Monty Betham told Mike Hosking …

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Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders CEO on Richie Mo'unga signing an 18-month contract with NZ Rugby 3:19

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An exception to normal procedure at the Crusaders in bringing Richie Mo'unga back to the Super Rugby franchise. The 56-test All Black has signed an 18-month contract to return in July after three seasons playing in Japan. Crusaders boss Colin Mansbridge says they're stoked Mo'unga is returning to his home franchise. He told Mike Hosking this type o…

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Full Show Podcast: 08 August 2025 1:27:21

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 8th of August, Deputy Prime Minister David Seymour joins to talk about the huge number of kids leaving school without a single qualification. In sporting news – Richie Mo'unga is coming back so there's cause for celebrations for Canterbury and All Blacks fans. And we look at a massive make-…

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Jimmy Rushton: Foreign Policy Analyst on the potential meeting between Trump and Putin 2:36

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The prospects of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin may be crumbling faster than they've formed. The Kremlin says the US President and his Russian counterpart have agreed to meet in the "coming days". But the New York Post is quoting Trump's officials, saying this is not the case. Foreign Policy Analyst Jimmy Rushton told Mike Hoskin…

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Katherine Rich: BusinessNZ CEO on the labelling regulations in New Zealand 3:41

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There’s a view we're an international outlier with our labelling regulations. The standards are under review from the Ministry for Regulation in its latest attack on red tape. Minister David Seymour says the labelling codes seem overly restrictive. He says for example, Chemist Warehouse has someone employed full time to check labels. BusinessNZ CEO…

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Charles Feldman: US Correspondent on the affects of Donald Trump's tariffs 3:26

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The effects of Donald Trump's tariff hikes are already being felt in the US and around the world. The US President's updated trade policy is now in effect for more than 90 trading partners. New Zealand goods are grappling with a 15% tariff at the American border. US Correspondent Charles Feldman told Mike Hosking the income will pay for Trump's tax…

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Eric Crampton: NZ Initiative Chief Economist on the Treasury report revealing the cost of the Covid-19 pandemic to be $66 billion 3:49

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An economist says the Government did the best it could in the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Treasury's latest report calculates the total cost of the Covid-19 pandemic at $66 billion. The Government ignored official advice at the time to ease spending. New Zealand Initiative Chief Economist Eric Crampton told Mike Hosking it is hard to…

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David Seymour: Deputy Prime Minister on school leavers, Labour declining requests to collaborate on the NCEA reform 3:56

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The Deputy Prime Minister says he'd sack Willow Jean-Prime for declining numerous Government requests for collaboration on NCEA reform. Documents show Labour's education spokesperson declined an advisor's meeting and didn't answer a text and multiple emails from Education Minister Erica Stanford regarding planned changes to NCEA. David Seymour told…

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Mike's Minute: Shane Jones can help the Govt shift up a gear 2:09

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Shane Jones is fast becoming my favourite politician. And he might have summed up the Government's issues with one on of his increasingly famous quips. "The Ruth Richardson bare austerity approach is not delivering the economic growth we need." He is right, isn't he? Classic liberal politics, trimming and cutting, is not the massive bomb we need un…

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Kaylee Bell: Kiwi Country Singer on motherhood, performing, Cowboy Up 9:03

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Kaylee Bell has been busy since she last popped into the ZB studio. The Kiwi country singer has released a new single, has a new album ‘Cowboy Up’ on the way and a five date tour coming later in the year, but she’s also become a mother. Her son, only six months old, has already been around the world – Bell taking her family along as she performs in…

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Mike Jones: BNZ Chief Economist on the unemployment rate rising to 5.2%, expected OCR cut 3:22

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Rising unemployment is expected to add to the case for a lower OCR. Unemployment's hit a five-year high of 5.2% and is expected to rise further. Economists now broadly expect the Reserve Bank to cut the Official Cash Rate by another 25-basis-points to 3% in two weeks. BNZ Chief Economist Mike Jones told Mike Hosking further cuts now seem likely. He…

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Full Show Podcast: 07 August 2025 1:30:19

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 5th of August, the unemployment number wasn’t as bad as predicted, but it could still go up from here – plus, the Government has announced a shift to Road User Charges. We can't be too worried about the economy since we all seem to be overseas on holiday, and then a record number of us are…

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Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on the Commerce Commission report revealing rising supermarket prices 3:35

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Grocery prices will continue to hit Kiwi consumers and our economy hard. A report by the Commerce Commission shows prices are increasing again this year after appearing to stabilise last year. It's revealed we now pay the fifth highest grocery prices in the developed world. Grocery Action Group Chair Sue Chetwin told Mike Hosking the competition in…

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Rosann Connolly George: Vincent George Travel Agents co-owner on Kiwis making a record number of insurance claims in Europe 3:54

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Kiwis are becoming a liability when travelling in Europe. New data reveals 1Cover New Zealand has paid out more than $2.7 million in travel claims to customers travelling to Europe since May. The biggest claim was more than $96 thousand. Vincent George Travel Agents co-owner Rosann Connolly George told Mike Hosking with weather disruptions and unce…

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Robyn Walker: Deloitte Tax Partner on businesses owing more than $1.4 billion in unpaid GST and PAYE 2:49

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A tax expert says there is a concerning trend as businesses owe more and more to Inland Revenue. Businesses owe more than $1.4 billion in unpaid GST and PAYE from the 2025 tax year. Only $66 million of that is from businesses or individuals that are bankrupt or in liquidation. Deloitte Tax Partner Robyn Walker told Mike Hosking the construction sec…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the unemployment rate, impact of tariff uncertainty 7:36

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The Finance Minister says anxiety about tariffs will be playing a part in slowing down New Zealand's economic recovery. Unemployment's reached a five-year high of 5.2%. Economists think it could rise even higher before it starts turning around. Nicola Willis told Mike Hosking tariffs aren't great, but some people may have been more worried than the…

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Martin Glynn: Transport Policy Director on the Government switching from a petrol tax to road user charges 2:57

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The AA is onboard with the switch from petrol tax to electronic Road User Charges, but says there are a few issues to sort out. The change is expected to come in by 2027. Transport Policy Director Martin Glynn says it's likely there will be devices actually in vehicles to make the measurements. He told Mike Hosking it will be easier to implement wi…

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Mike's Minute: Linear TV in NZ is in trouble 1:52

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The stark reality of linear TV in New Zealand, if Irene Gardiner was right on yesterday's show, is fairly simple. Here is how the calculation works: you make a product, you stick it on air, you get an audience, and you sell advertising based on that audience. Some programs can never hope to get the sort of audience to pay for the cost of the show. …

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Charles Feldman: US Correspondent on the latest developments in the Epstein case, subpoenas 4:07

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Former US President Bill Clinton and wife Hillary have received subpoenas from a congressional committee to testify about Jeffrey Epstein. The Republican committee chair has also called eight others, including former FBI directors James Comey and Robert Mueller. The committee's looking for more information about the deceased sex offender after the …

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Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen talk NCEA overhaul, Marine and Coastal Area Act, National Party Conference 11:36

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It’s been a busy start to the week and Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Mike Hosking to delve into some of the biggest topics thus far. The Government is completely overhauling secondary school qualifications, aiming to completely replace NCEA over five years. Is this a sensible plan? The criteria for Māori claiming Customary Marine Titles w…

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Charlotte Read: Winegrowers NZ General Manager of Brand on the challenges facing the wine industry 6:00

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New Zealand’s wine industry is facing some troubles. The industry is facing hundreds of millions of dollars in extra tariffs, Donald Trump imposing a 15% rate on New Zealand while many competing markets will continue to face only 10%. Along with this, there is an oversupply issue and declining global demand, with nearly 100,000 tonnes of fruit rema…

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Full Show Podcast: 06 August 2025 1:30:40

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 6th of August, we look forward to the unemployment figures due today, and the Government pushing ahead with the foreshore and seabed law. Mike looks at our wine industry and all the grapes going unharvested. Are the golden days of Sauvignon Blanc over? Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell co…

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Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the employment rate being expected to hit 5.3% 3:26

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Last year's recession is still being felt in the job market. Stats NZ data —due out this morning— is expected to show unemployment reached a nine-year high of 5.3% in the June quarter. The economy's been back in growth since the latter part of last year. But ASB Senior Economist Mark Smith told Mike Hosking the economy has lost about 40,000 jobs si…

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Pete de Wet: Triathlon NZ CEO on NZ hosting the World Triathlon Cup, partnership with World Triathlon 2:44

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Triathlon New Zealand's claimed hosting rights for pinnacle events in Tauranga over the next three years. A World Triathlon Cup will take place in the Bay of Plenty next year, before a top-level Championship Series race in 2027 and the Series' Grand Final in 2028. Triathlon NZ chief executive Pete de Wet says they could see upwards of 3000 Kiwis ra…

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Paul Goldsmith: Treaty Negotiations Minister on the passing of the changes to the Marine and Coastal Area Act 3:33

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The minister responsible for the Marine and Coastal Area Act says the Government would have passed the bill even if the Supreme Court had agreed with a lower court's ruling against it. The Government will proceed with the bill which will tighten criteria for Māori claiming Customary Marine Titles. Justice and Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Golds…

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Stew Hamilton: Mercury CEO on the Huntly Power Station deal, road to renewable energy 5:12

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Power companies are warning the road to fully renewable energy will be a bumpy one. The big four power companies will co-invest in an energy stockpile which will include 600-thousand tonnes of coal. Mercury Chief Executive Stew Hamilton says power companies have a commitment to renewables. He told Mike Hosking Mercury has invested a billion dollars…

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Kathryn MacCallum: Canterbury University Associate Professor on the use of AI to mark exams 2:50

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A digital education expert is cautious of blanket adoption of artificial intelligence for exam marking. Education Minister Erica Stanford says AI is already partly used for marking and expects it could do almost all assessments by 2028. It comes as the Government plans to scrap NCEA for an entirely new qualification. Canterbury University Associate…

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546 – How Do Nonlinear & Linear Training Influence the Quantity and Quality of Search for a Movement Solution 18:02

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How does the quality and quantity of search for a movement solution differ for linear and nonlinear training approaches? Is it the case that linear approaches restrict the development of functional movement variability? Is there any case for ever using a linear approach? Links:The influence of linear and nonlinear pedagogies on movement exploration…

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Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on Nigel Farage calling for immigration statuses of those charged with crimes to be released 6:14

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The leader of the Reform UK Party has called for police to release more information about those charged with crimes. Nigel Farage believes details such as immigration status should be made public, saying it’s not in contempt of court for the British public to know the identity of those who have allegedly committed serious crimes. UK Correspondent R…

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Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the NCEA changes 2:05

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Several interesting bits out of the NCEA changes for me. Firstly, the "New Zealand Certificate of Education” actually sounds like something, doesn’t it? The same way an “A” tells you something. The New Zealand Certificate or Advanced Certificate of Education is a “thing” you can get your head around, as in do you have one, or do you not? NCEA is an…

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Rianna O'Meara-Hunt: Kiwi endurance driver talks racing, aim to join the F1 Academy 10:11

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Another Kiwi is plying their trade overseas, aiming to make it into top level racing. Rianna O’Meara-Hunt grew up karting alongside the likes of Liam Lawson and Matt Payne, winning her titles before deciding to focus on endurance racing. She was the first junior female to become an Australian State Karting Champion, the first female winner of the R…

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Scott Robertson: All Blacks Coach on the squad naming for the clash against Argentina 4:27

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A glass half-full mindset for All Blacks coach Scott Robertson after naming a group of six players as injury cover for the start of their Rugby Championship campaign. Uncapped trio Kyle Preston, Leroy Carter, and Tevita Mafileo, along with Finlay Christie, George Bower, and Josh Lord comprise the back-up unit in the 42-strong wider squad. Ahead of …

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Full Show Podcast: 05 August 2025 1:30:23

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 5th of August, we talk to the vocational sector and Education Minister Erica Stanford about the NCEA overhaul. Should New Zealand On Air be using millions of our tax dollars to fund reality TV shows that aren't making money themselves? Rianna O'Meara-Hunt is a Kiwi name to watch in racing,…

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Irene Gardiner: Screen Producer's Association President on the NZ On Air funding for Kiwi TV shows 3:42

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New NZ On Air funding announcements provide some hope in a tough time for Kiwi made TV shows. Their latest non-fiction funding includes more than $1.3 million for Celebrity Treasure Island and $750 thousand for Country Calendar. Screen Producer's Association President Irene Gardiner told Mike Hosking with so little ad revenue, it's a high pressured…

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Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the proposed qualification system to replace NCEA 6:31

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The Education Minister says balance of choice is a priority under its new qualification system. The Government is proposing to throw out NCEA for two certificates in Years 12 and 13. Level 1 will be replaced with a foundation test in numeracy and literacy. Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking that after Year 11, students are free to choose the subjects…

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Peter Thompson: Barfoot & Thompson Managing Director on Auckland house prices rising in July 4:20

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Auckland house prices have held firm through a busy July. Real estate agency Barfoot & Thompson's revealed it sold 957 properties across the Auckland region last month – its highest July total in four years. More than 46% of sales sat at more than a million dollars and new listings rose more than 14%. Managing Director Peter Thompson says the marke…

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James McDowall: Motor Trade Association Advocacy Head on the plan to replace NCEA 3:41

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Excitement from the trades sector for a better pipeline for high school students. The Government is looking to phase out NCEA over five years – replaced with a foundation test in Year 11 and certificates in Years 12 and 13. It also wants to improve vocational pathways for students entering the workforce. Motor Trade Association Advocacy Head James …

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Bex Green: Federated Farmers North Canterbury president on the proposal to shut down rural police stations 2:32

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There's disappointment Canterbury communities weren't consulted on a proposal to shut down rural Police stations. Police are looking to reduce personnel, disestablishing some rural roles in favour of larger 24/7 hubs based in Rolleston and Rangiora. Federated Farmers North Canterbury president Bex Green told Mike Hosking the community's heard about…

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Full Show Podcast: 04 August 2025 1:30:32

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 4th of August, could we have done anything to ensure we got 10% instead of a 15% tariff hit? The Prime Minister joins Mike in studio to talk humanity, tariffs and when we are getting the NCEA announcement. Andrew Kelleher and Jason Pine talk everything from a dismal Warriors team to a g…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking to discuss the future of NCEA 11:37

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The Prime Minister is hoping to refocus secondary schools on literacy and numeracy - like the Government's done with primary schools. A major announcement on the future of NCEA is expected in the coming moments. It's understood public consultation will be launched on proposed changes -- in which teachers and parents can give feedback. Christopher L…

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Campbell Barry: Vice President of Local Government New Zealand says more people should be involved in local elections 3:14

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Disappointment, at the lack of people putting their name forward for October's council elections. Several people have been elected unopposed around the country. They include three of Christchurch's 16 councillors, two of Auckland's 20 councillors, and five of Lower Hutt's 13 councillors. Lower Hutt's outgoing mayor and the Vice President of Local G…

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Paul Barber: Salvation Army Senior Policy Analyst on why homelessness is at it's highest level in years 3:12

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A housing spokesperson warns homelessness is the worst it's been in several years. The Government is seeking urgent advice as communities report rises in rough sleeping across the nation. Auckland outreach providers alone reported a 90 percent spike in homelessness. Salvation Army Senior Policy Analyst Paul Barber says it could come from issues wit…

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Tim Groser: Former trade minister says NZ could not have avoided Trump's Tariff 2:54

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There was little this country could do to dodge the latest tariff - this from a former trade minister Donald Trump's raising tariffs on New Zealand goods to 15 percent, while keeping tariffs on Australian and British goods at 10-percent. Tim Groser has dealt with the US extensively -- as our trade minister during the Barack Obama administration, an…

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Mike Pannett: Assistant Police Commissioner discusses the controversial FBI office in Wellington 2:21

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The direct line between Wellington and Washington will see material results on tackling crime in New Zealand. The FBI has set up a Wellington based office - meaning it now has an office in each of the capitals of the Five Eyes intelligence alliance. It will work on combating terrorism, organised crime, and foreign intelligence threats. Assistant Po…

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Mike's Minute: Should we "break up" with property? 2:06

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We are being urged, again, to "break up with property". We are urged this way once every few years. It's based, not unreasonably, on the idea that we could take our money and make it work differently, if not more productively, than it does stuck in a house. The latest iteration comes from a bloke at Craigs Investment Partners, who suggests if you p…