Best Prime net Podcasts (2025)

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White House blocked from banning foreign students at Harvard 30:40

29m ago30:40

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A judge blocks the White House from banning foreign students at Harvard University.By BBC Radio 4

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How does the electoral system need to change before 2029? 1:55:35

25m ago1:55:35

1:55:35

Labour’s 2024 manifesto set out a number of big changes aimed at strengthening democratic participation, such as improving voter registration, addressing inconsistencies in voter ID rules and extending the franchise to 16 and 17 year olds. Twenty-five years after the introduction of the UK’s political finance regime, and a billion pounds of donatio…

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Mike's Minute: This was a classic centre-right budget 2:07

15h ago2:07

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It's likely, and indeed forecasted, that if this Government is re-elected next year it will end its second term in 2029 having never run a surplus. Now, that either means they spent too much, or they inherited a gargantuan mess. The latter we know to be a fact. But the former is a bit debatable. Depending on how you measure things, the forecast sur…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 May 2025 1:29:58

16h ago1:29:58

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday the 23rd of May, it's all things Budget on the show this morning - KiwiSaver changes, how the Government is making the "savings" gas exploration and Nicola Willis to explain it all. A home playoff game for Auckland FC this weekend as they look to make their way into the final. Kate Hawkesby…

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Time to revisit your M&A strategy 20:56

1h ago20:56

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M&A activity is down, as is private equity investment, and companies are facing a range of new geopolitical tensions. Still, there is a path to growth through M&A for those companies that maintain an active acquisition strategy, understand their capabilities, and avoid certain assets, says McKinsey Senior Partner Jake Henry. On this episode of The …

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Mark the Week: The Greens shouldn't be let near a calculator 2:42

18h ago2:42

2:42

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. The Budget: 7/10 In totality she did quite a lot with next to nothing and the intent and messaging, I hope, gave hope. Because boy do we need hope. Oh, and also a surplus. The Green's budget: 1/10 They shouldn’t even be allowed ne…

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Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO on second leg of A-League Semi Final 2:54

20h ago2:54

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Auckland FC have the second leg of their A-League semi-final clash against Melbourne Victory tomorrow night. It’s the home leg for AFC – with Go Media Mount Smart Stadium expected to be a sellout with 28-thousand fans. The club’s CEO Nick Becker told Mike Hosking the team aren’t getting ahead of themselves – and are solely focused on this game. He …

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John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on $200 million contingency fund for new gas fields 2:24

21h ago2:24

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An oil and gas lobby group is celebrating the Government's 200 million dollars for gas fields. Resource Minister Shane Jones announced the money would be used to co-invest with developers to start new fields. Energy Resource Aotearoa Chief Executive John Caregie told Mike Hosking it's a positive signal to the sector. He says it will tilt the econom…

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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Budget 2025, return to surplus, and New Zealand's growing debt problem 10:13

20h ago10:13

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The Finance Minister is defending her budget and growth agenda, despite a surplus being some years away. The Government's books aren't set to return to surplus until 2029. Nicola Willis says that surplus is coming despite disruption on the world stage. She told Mike Hosking alongside spending cuts they're also investing to encourage businesses to g…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the private jet crash near San Diego 5:13

20h ago5:13

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Two people are dead and eight injured after a plane crashed in San Diego overnight. The small business jet crashed into the Murphy Canyon neighbourhood, spilling jet fuel across the road and engulfing multiple homes in flames. Police evacuated around 100 residents. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking authorities are doing more searche…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist talks Budget 2025 and whether the government can get back to surplus 3:21

21h ago3:21

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A view suggests says yesterday's Budget is highlighting New Zealand's fiscal realities. It found more than 21-billion dollars in savings - including nearly 13-billion from its pay equity changes. Despite the many cuts - the Government isn't forecasting New Zealand to return to a surplus until 2029. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen told Mi…

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Large drop in UK net migration 30:52

10m ago30:52

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New estimates show that net migration stood at an estimated 431,000 in the year ending December 2024, down from 860,000 in 2023. This is the biggest fall since the pandemic. Also: The Justice Secretary accepts a series of proposals about the sentencing of offenders in an effort to cut prison numbers. Shabana Mahmood also extends a trial of chemical…

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Mike's Minute: What I hope from the Budget 1:42

1d ago1:42

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What I hope for today is a sign and a sense that what we are facing economically as a country is real, and it's real bad, and the Government see it, accept it, and chart a path forward that gives us some sort of hope. The damage done by Jacinda Ardern, Grant Robertson, Chris Hipkins, and Adrian Orr is now years long. You can't invent money in that …

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Barnaby Weir: Fly My Pretties leader and co-founder on the band's return, 7th album 12:46

1d ago12:46

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One of New Zealand’s most influential music groups is back after five years out of the game. Fly My Pretties was first formed in 2004, and brought together musicians from a lot of well-known Kiwi bands to record live albums. The cast includes musicians from the Black Seeds, Fat Freddy’s Drop, The Phoenix Foundation, and The Phoenix Foundation, amon…

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Tom Walters: Matakana Oysters co-owner on the lack of accountability from Watercare, Auckland Council for norovirus contaminated waters 3:22

2d ago3:22

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North Auckland oyster farmers have been hit with a wave of uncertainty. Norovirus has been found in the Mahurangi River where the shellfish are grown, resulting in contaminated product and closures until further notice. They're blaming Watercare and Auckland Council, claiming they let sewage flows get out of control before infrastructure could catc…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 May 2025 1:30:17

2d ago1:30:17

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22nd of May, we talk to the major sectors to hear their wish lists for today's Budget. 145 years of Smith & Caughey's has officially come to an end, and Mike is ropeable. Fly My Pretties co-founder Barnaby Weir is on to talk their first album in five years, plus, gives us an exclusive loo…

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Robyn Walker: Deloitte Tax Partner on the potential changes to KiwiSaver in Budget 2025 2:31

1d ago2:31

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KiwiSaver's a hot topic in today's budget announcement. Low and middle income earners could be getting tax back on their contributions into the fund. Deloitte Tax Partner Robyn Walker told Mike Hosking it's a recommendation made by the tax working group. She says that will make a difference to people's savings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/liste…

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David Wills: Nurses Society National Director on the sectors hopes for Budget 2025 2:06

2d ago2:06

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All quarters of the health service need funding, not just lip service. That's the message from the Nurses Society ahead of the Government's budget announcement today. National Director David Wills says our health system's been historically underfunded. Wills told Mike Hosking services can't be delivered without adequate funding. He says despite cla…

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Katherine Rich: Business NZ CEO on the potential changes to the KiwiSaver scheme, Budget 2025 1:45

2d ago1:45

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A promise today's budget will deliver real growth for the economy. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is hours away from unveiling her 'No BS Budget', claiming there'll be no frills or excess. The Government's been slowly teasing figures, concentrating on balancing the books through cuts and reprioritisation in spending. Business NZ CEO Katherine Rich …

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Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister says New Zealand's in the early stages of an export-led recovery 8:16

1d ago8:16

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There's a belief New Zealand's entering the early stages of an export-led recovery. Stats NZ data reveals it's at $1.4 billion in April, compared with a $12 million deficit last year. The dairy sector's been the big winner, up $601 million to $2.2 billion. Former Finance Minister Steven Joyce told Mike Hosking it's promising on the back of a tough …

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Viv Beck: Heart of the City CEO on the closure of Auckland's Smith & Caughey's 2:31

2d ago2:31

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Smith and Caughey's closure indicates what needs to change in Auckland's CBD The city's most iconic department store is closing its doors after 145-years, with the loss of almost 100 jobs. The closure comes down to increased competition, economic hardship, and the state of the central city. Heart of the City Chief Executive, Viv Beck told Mike Hosk…

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Jason Te Brake: Zespri CEO on the record season of sales 3:59

2d ago3:59

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Zespri’s largest-ever crop has topped $5 billion in global sales After some challenging seasons, the kiwifruit company has exceeded their long-term goals by $500 million. The record season saw the sale of close to 221 million trays of Kiwifruit, compared to 164 million the previous year. Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake told Mike Hosking it comes after a …

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Michelle McCormick: Infrastructure NZ Policy Director on the infrastructure announcements still to come from the Budget 1:38

2d ago1:38

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Billions in spending has already been announced, and more to come for today's budget. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is hours away from unveiling her second budget, and is promising no frills or excess. The Government's been slowly teasing figures, including a $600 million infrastructure investment into the country's rail network. Infrastructure Ne…

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UK Property Insights 2025: Grosvenor Wealth, US Buyers, Pension Investments, London REITs, and Rental Market Trends 11:00

4h ago11:00

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Send us a text Grosvenor Estate: Duke Hugh Grosvenor maintains significant wealth despite real estate market cooling, with a £9.884 billion net worth and extensive property holdings across London and the UK. London REITs: British Land and other central London office-focused REITs are attracting renewed investor interest, particularly from US invest…

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The government makes a U-turn on winter fuel 30:37

22m ago30:37

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Sir Keir Starmer has announced plans to ease cuts to winter fuel payments in a U-turn following mounting political pressure. Speaking at Prime Minister's Questions, he said the change would allow "more pensioners" to receive the benefit. Also: A White House meeting between South Africa's president and Donald Trump in front of the world's media desc…

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In conversation with Nick Clegg 1:02:37

3h ago1:02:37

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The former deputy prime minister set out what this and future governments can learn from the 2010–15 coalition government. To mark the 15th anniversary of the creation of the Conservative–Liberal Democrat coalition in 2010, the IfG was pleased to welcome the Rt Hon Sir Nick Clegg to reflect on the 2010-15 government and the lessons for today’s poli…

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Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins needs help 2:03

3d ago2:03

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Chris Hipkins needs help. For the life of me I have no idea why he is wasting his time defending the Māori Party. He says their punishment is too harsh. Problem 1: Is he doing it because it’s seen as anti-Government? In other words, despite him saying he wasn't going to bark at any passing car, he barks at any passing car. Problem 2: This reinforce…

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Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the dissolution of the Liberal-National Coalition 7:13

3d ago7:13

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Australia's Liberal-National Coalition has called it quits after more than 60 years in partnership. National's leader David Littleproud says the parties couldn't come to an agreement on policy after days of negotiations. Australian Correspondent Steve Price told Mike Hosking the decision was unexpected, and is probably the destruction of the Libera…

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Full Show Podcast: 21 May 2025 1:29:41

3d ago1:29:41

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 21st of May, Privileges Committee Chair Judith Collins discusses the adjournment of the vote regarding the suspension of the Te Pati Māori MPs. Mike digs into what exactly it is that Winston Peters doesn't like about foreign business investors being allowed to buy houses that are priced …

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on gifts for MPs, Parliamentary debate, Budget 2025 10:29

3d ago10:29

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Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to delve into some of the biggest political stories of the week so far. Mike's got the register of Pecuniary Interests, which lists the gifts MPs received between February 1st of 2024 and January 31st 2025 - so the three of them discussed some of the entries on the list. They …

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Chris Dibble: JLL NZ Research and Strategist Consultancy head on the demand for retail space 3:06

3d ago3:06

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Demand's strong for bricks and mortar retail, despite the growth of online shopping. JLL NZ's new report estimates almost 255-thousand square metres of new retail space is needed over the next five years to keep up with our growing population. It also finds customers prefer in-store shopping over e-commerce. Research and Strategic Consultancy head …

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Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on Z Energy expanding its grocery offering to try help with competition 2:24

3d ago2:24

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Z Energy's expanding its 'top up shops' in hopes of helping with competition in the grocery sector. The gas station chain is expanding its grocery offering as part of a diversification push. It will target customers looking for convenience between their large shops – for snacks or staples. Grocery Action Group Chair Sue Chetwin told Mike Hosking th…

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Winston Peters: Deputy Prime Minister on the foreign buyers ban, heckler at the rail announcement 9:48

2d ago9:48

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Hints the foreign buyer ban could be lifted, but not yet. OneRoof reports rumours have been swirling with some agents telling them politicians had told them a decision to reverse the 2018 Labour policy was imminent. Act leader David Seymour and New Zealand First MP Andy Foster were mentioned, but both deny any confirmed changes. Deputy Prime Minist…

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Luke Bradford: Royal College of GPs' Medical Director on EDs diverting patients with vouchers for urgent care clinic consultations 3:18

2d ago3:18

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There's a belief EDs could be diverting patients away with vouchers for urgent care clinic consultations, more than they are. It's believed Auckland's Waitakere Hospital is sending away around 25 patients a day with vouchers due to long wait lists. The Health District's total voucher spend jumped 60% between 2022 and last year. The Royal College of…

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Judith Collins: Privileges Committee Chair on the Te Pati Māori punishment debate, comments from Chris Hipkins 4:13

3d ago4:13

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The chair of the Privileges Committee wants Labour's Leader to apologise. Chris Hipkins told TVNZ Judith Collins had publicly condemned “uncivilised behaviour from indigenous people” in relation to Te Pati Māori's actions. Judith Collins told Mike Hosking she never said that. She says it’s entirely wrong for him to have said that, and she’s called …

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The UK hardens its stance on Israel 30:10

14m ago30:10

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The UK has suspended trade talks with Israel, the Israeli ambassador to the UK has been summoned to the foreign office and fresh sanctions have been imposed on some settlers in the West Bank. Hundreds of people have been killed in Gaza over the past few days. Also: senior figures in the government discuss whether to row back on the policy restricti…

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Lab Notes: Why a metre is a metre long 13:03

9m ago13:03

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The next time you pick up a bag of spuds from the supermarket or fill up the car with petrol, you can thank the Treaty of the Metre for the metric system that underpins daily life. The treaty was signed exactly 150 years ago, when delegates from 17 countries gathered on a Parisian spring day to establish a new and standardised way of measuring the …

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Mike's Minute: The vote today is for standards and rules 2:06

4d ago2:06

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The debate around the Privileges Committee and their decision for the Māori Party MPs starts today. It's set to be a long-winded and largely pointless exercise. If you can be bothered, get a read on where each of the parties stand. Why? Because you will find that some parties don’t agree with the committee and think the so-called punishment is a bi…

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Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the possibility of the Vatican hosting peace talks between Russia and Ukraine 2:47

4d ago2:47

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Donald Trump says the Vatican's 'very interested' in hosting negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. The US President's held two separate phone calls today, one with Russian President Vladimir Putin and the other with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He says Ukraine and Russia will immediately start working towards a ceasefire, and more im…

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Murray Bartlett and Annie Murphy: Actors on the second season of 'Nine Perfect Strangers' 10:28

4d ago10:28

10:28

Kiwis will be able to experience the drama as ‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ returns for a second season. Nicole Kidman’s Masha Dmitrichenko has invited a new cast of characters to join a transformational wellness retreat in the Austrian Alps, pushing them to the brink over the course of a week. Annie Murphy and Murray Bartlett are among the cast, playin…

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Full Show Podcast: 20 May 2025 1:29:21

4d ago1:29:21

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 20th of May, millions are being invested into rail and tax changes for foreign investors – where is the Government getting the funds from? Parliament is voting today on the punishment for the three Te Pati Māori MPs. White Lotus star Murray Bartlett and Schitt's Creek star Annie Murphy are…

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Andrew Jefferies: Echelon Resources CEO on the falling rate of natural gas production 6:20

4d ago6:20

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A continuing squeeze on natural-gas supply, with little hope for a quick solution. Production fell 20% in the first quarter, compared on the year before, to 22.85 petajoules. Industry spokespeople say available gas is depleting and exploration of new fields is banned. Echelon Resources CEO Andrew Jefferies told Mike Hosking we're not going to get m…

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Jimmy Rushton: Foreign Policy and Security Analyst on the latest developments between Russia, Ukraine, and Trump 3:04

4d ago3:04

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Donald Trump says the tone and spirit of this morning's conversation with Russian's President Vladimir Putin were excellent. This comes following a two-hour call between the two leaders, with Trump now saying Ukraine and Russia will immediately start working towards a ceasefire. He's reportedly also wrapped up a call with Ukrainian President Volody…

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Sir Lockwood Smith: Former Speaker of the House on the vote on Te Pati Māori's behaviour in the house 3:44

4d ago3:44

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A former Speaker of the House has been worried Parliament's standards have been slipping over the past few years. It comes as the Privileges Committee report on Te Pati Māori's behaviour during last year's Treaty Principles Bill vote, will be debated and voted on this afternoon. It proposes a 21-day suspension for the party's leaders, and a seven-d…

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Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the investment into New Zealand's rail network 4:50

4d ago4:50

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The Transport Minister says maintenance to keep the country's railways working is long overdue. Chris Bishop, alongside Rail Minister Winston Peters, announced $461 million for the rail freight network, and an additional $143 million for Auckland and Wellington's metropolitan trains. It's ahead of this week's Budget announcement. Bishop told Mike H…

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Marcus Beveridge: Queen City Law Managing Director on the foreign investment changes 3:41

4d ago3:41

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There's frustration over the Government's lack of pace in changes to encourage foreign investment. It's set aside $65 million over four years to loosen the capitalisation rules for investors. The change will allow foreign-owned companies to fund a bigger chunk of their investments in New Zealand through tax deductible debt. Queen City Law managing …

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The Prime Minister signs a new agreement with the EU 30:17

23m ago30:17

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Britain and the European Union have signed what Sir Keir Starmer has described as a "landmark" deal that takes in trade, security, fishing, and travel arrangements. Speaking at the first summit between UK and EU leaders since Brexit, the prime minister said the arrangement was good for both sides. Also: Israel says five aid trucks carrying baby foo…

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Book launch: ‘Exploring Parliament’ 58:31

3h ago58:31

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This event marked official launch of the second edition of Exploring Parliament, a new book which brings together academic insights with real-world perspectives to bring parliament to life for readers. The book’s 73 authors – leading academic experts and parliamentary practitioners – offer an unrivalled insider’s guide to the UK parliament, providi…

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Mike's Minute: Stop mucking around - remove the foreign buyer ban 2:15

5d ago2:15

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OneRoof had a story over the weekend about an apartment in Auckland that is for sale for $17 million. It was for sale for $16 million, so they have put the price up despite the fact it has been for sale for several years. They are looking to the international market where $17 million is not a lot of money. The article also featured information abou…

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Steve Price: Australian Correspondent on Anthony Albanese at Pope Leo XIV's inauguration, Victoria's budget, F1 7:32

5d ago7:32

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the pope’s inauguration in Rome over the weekend. While there, he met with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to discuss donating military tanks to the country. Australia has donated $1.5 billion in support of Ukraine. Australian Correspondent Steve Price talks to Mike Hosking about the meeting between…

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