Beste Blake Fletcher Podcasts (2024)

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Angus Brown: Co-Founder of Arepa aims to conquer tough market with unique brain drink formula 3:25

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This time last year Arepa found themselves in hot water after the government officials decided that made unsubstantial health claims of cognitive and physical boosting abilities, they are forced to amend these claims and now back launching a new brain drink – Uplift. Co-Founder of Arepa, Angus Brown told Heather Du Plessis – Allan that this time ro…

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Mark Mitchell: Police Minister discus's transport safety improvements following recent tragedy 3:25

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The Government will be making an announcement on improving safety on Auckland's public transport network. A woman was fatally stabbed on a bus on Wednesday - and 37 year old Aucklander Kael Leona appeared in court today charged with murder. The ministers of Police and Auckland held talks with AT and Police this afternoon, and Simeon Brown will make…

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Jason Walls: Political editor says that limited environmental damage from sinking is seen as a “good win” for Luxon 3:41

13m ago3:41

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Prime Minister Chris Luxon has apologised to Samoa's Government, over the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui this month. Chris Luxon and Political Editor Jason Walls is at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa. Luxon says his meeting with the king went well and that he was “very knowledgeable” about several issues. Walls says that the king …

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Simon Court: West Auckland MP pushes to end liquor monopolies in West Auckland 4:02

1h ago4:02

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West Auckland MP, Simon Court has lodged a new members bill to abolish New Zealand's last remaining liquor monopolies. He says its frankly condescending to the nearly 300,000 people who live in West Auckland as well as the people who live in Invercargill and Gore - that they can't enjoy the same access to hospitalityand purchasing beer or wine than…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump accusing the UK Labour Party of meddling in the US election 5:03

22h ago5:03

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Ahead of the upcoming US election, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has accused the UK's Labour Party of trying to interfere with the results. The Trump campaign has alleged that Labour sent party members over to key battleground states to campaign for his opponent, Kamala Harris. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the Trump campaign ha…

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Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Netflix and similar streaming giants rolling out ads 5:06

22h ago5:06

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Plenty of Kiwi customers are still enjoying Netflix's output - and the company's doing well among investors. But as times get tough, the streaming giant has walked back on an earlier promise and looks to introduce ads on the service. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains why Netflix has made these changes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener…

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Rowena Duncum: The Country host on Todd McClay talking trade ideas in Brazil 2:34

22h ago2:34

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The Minister for Trade and Agriculture is in Brazil on a New Zealand Trade Mission to São Paulo. Todd McClay is expected to meet with experts and business leaders to bring the nations closer together. The Country's Rowena Duncum explains the opportunities that could come out of these meetings. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Bridget Abernethy: ERANZ chief executive on the market options available to companies amid power price surge 4:33

22h ago4:33

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The Electricity Authority said market options were available to big power users during the winter price spike that some blamed for their closure. The closures prompted the EA – the regulator – to investigate the options available to big power users, and it found hedges available tended to be lower than the overlapping average ASX price at the time.…

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The Huddle: Do we need a tougher approach to handling criminals? 10:19

22h ago10:19

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government is looking to bring public sector performance pay back by the next financial year. Do we agree with this move? A female passenger was stabbed to death on a bus in Onehu…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 October 2024 1:40:52

23h ago1:40:52

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 24 October 2024, Auckland Transport says it's putting more security patrols on public transport following the deadly bus stabbing. Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier says Oranga Tamariki is still failing to keep kids in its care safe. Perhaps the weirdest interview of the year - with …

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James Calver: Ecoware co-founder on David Seymour's new school lunches using 'wasteful' packaging 4:00

23h ago4:00

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David Seymour's new school lunch programme has opened up more concerns - this time from environmentalists. The new lunches are expected to come in aluminium trays and non-compostable packaging, prompting worry about sustainability, with some suggesting the food should come in less 'wasteful' packaging. Ecoware co-founder James Calver has raised con…

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Geoff Plimmer: Victoria University Researcher on whether or not performance-based pay will help public servants 3:11

23h ago3:11

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The return of performance pay for public service bosses could be a good thing - if done right. The Minister-in-charge, Nicola Willis, confirms it will be back by the next financial year. In 2018, then-State Services Minister Chris Hipkins cut performance pay, attempting to slow CEO salary growth. Victoria University Researcher Geoff Plimmer says ma…

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Peter Boshier: Chief Ombudsman reveals Oranga Tamariki failed to properly investigate reports of violence against children 3:07

23h ago3:07

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The Chief Ombudsman says we can't yet be confident Oranga Tamariki will keep kids safe following the release of a new report. This report revealed Oranga Tamariki failed to investigate an abuse case involving four children, despite nine separate reports of mistreatment by their mother's partner. Peter Boshier says Oranga Tamariki was also given pho…

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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Can we finally admit Kamala Harris was a mistake? 1:59

24h ago1:59

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Can we say it now? It might be a bit early, but I'm going to say it - Kamala Harris was a mistake. The Democrats should never have picked her to run against Trump. I mean, never say never, but it's becoming more and more likely that Trumpy's gonna win in a couple of weeks. I said that last week, that he's too close behind her in the swing states - …

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Stacey van der Putten: AT Director of Public Transport on the alleged suspect in Auckland bus stabbing being arrested 6:06

1d ago6:06

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Auckland Transport has spoken out after yesterday's fatal stabbing of a woman on an Onehunga bus. The man-hunt for a 37-year-old suspect ended this morning - when a man handed himself in at North Shore Police station. Police say the attack appears random and they don't think the victim and suspect knew each other. AT's Director of Public Transport,…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Luxon visiting the front lines of the HMNZS Manawanui clean-up 5:08

1d ago5:08

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The Prime Minister's checked out the front-line of the HMNZS Manawanui clean-up in Samoa - as he attends the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. Small amounts of oil and debris from the Kiwi Navy ship have littered the waters near Upolu, since it sank more than two weeks ago. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this still isn't…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Senator Lidia Thorpe reportedly pledging allegiance to Queen Elizabeth's 'hairs' 5:29

1d ago5:29

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Independent senator Lidia Thorpe recently claimed she pledged Queen Elizabeth's 'hairs' and not 'heirs' when she recited her parliamentary oath. Thorpe has been accused of violating her pledge to the monarchy after she shouted at King Charles during his Parliament House visit on Monday. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this raises question…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps beginning their second test against India 3:50

1d ago3:50

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Swapping a seamer for a spinner is the Black Caps' major consideration heading into the second test against India starting in Pune this afternoon. New Zealand has been preparing for a slower, flatter pitch with more turn and much lower bounce compared to the first test in Bengaluru. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains what fans can expect fr…

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Tama Potaka: Associate Housing Minister on the drop in people using emergency housing 5:17

1d ago5:17

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The Government is celebrating a drop in numbers of children living in emergency housing. Associate Housing Minister Tama Potaka says almost 1500 have moved to social housing since the Government's Priority One policy was introduced in April. He says the total children who've left emergency housing since they took office is closer to 2500. "Some of …

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UFC 308 Pre Fight Show 56:42

1d ago56:42

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On this episode of The MMA Fan Podcast, your hosts Blake and Stu dive deep into all the latest UFC 308 news! Tune in as they break down the action-packed upcoming event, sharing their insights on the fights, discussing key matchups and predictions. 🚨 IMPORTANT NEWS! 🚨 Have you checked out our revamped show on YouTube yet? We’ve upgraded to a brand-…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK hospitals trying the world's first norovirus vaccine 4:44

2d ago4:44

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A new vaccine will be trialled in the UK to protect people from the worst of norovirus ahead of the winter season. The contagious stomach bug causes vomiting and diarrhoea - and can have a huge strain on workplaces, schools and the health system. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the effects of the vaccine on volunteers will be monitored on potentia…

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Luke Kane: Federated Farmers Otago president on Otago Regional Council being forced to pause proposed land and water regional plan 3:20

2d ago3:20

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There's relief from Federated Farmers after Otago Regional Council was forced to pause its proposed land and water regional plan. The council's plans were ground to a halt after the Government introduced a new amendment to the Resource Management Act. Federated Farmers Otago president Luke Kane says they had concerns about the council's plans - bef…

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Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management analyst on LVMH's shares dropping 3:32

2d ago3:32

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As the latest US earnings season picks up, one famed luxury good company has caught attention for all the wrong reasons. LVMH's earnings report left investors disappointed, with its key Fashion & Leather Goods division seeing a 5 percent revenue drop this quarter. Milford Asset Management's Stephanie Batchelor explains what's causing this drop. LIS…

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on New Zealand and Australia meeting with South East Asian nations to boost business and security 4:15

2d ago4:15

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Experts from Australia and New Zealand are meeting with leaders in Malaysia to discuss how to improve business and security. The three groups are expected to discuss new opportunities and challenges - and outline new solutions. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen explained what could come out of these discussions. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio…

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Oliver Mander: NZ Shareholders Association CEO on Fletcher Building disappointing shareholders at recent AGM 4:31

2d ago4:31

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Fletcher Building's chief executive and board faced up to some very disappointed shareholders at today's annual general meeting. Company chief executive Andrew Reding revealed margins were under pressure - with revenue down 12 percent in September versus 7 percent down in July and August, compared to the year earlier. NZ Shareholders Association CE…

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The Huddle: Was the backlash against David Seymour taken too far? 10:41

2d ago10:41

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Tonight on The Huddle, motivational speaker and social activist Dave Letele and Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Councils around the country might be looking at their own finances after the Government appointed a Crown observer to Wellington City Council yest…

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Full Show Podcast: 23 October 2024 1:40:09

2d ago1:40:09

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 23 October 2024, some councils are worried the Government might come for them next after a Crown observer was announced for Wellington City Council. ANZ boss Antonia Watson was the first to front Parliament's banking inquiry. She couldn't remember how much her total salary is, i…

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Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the workers protesting Government policies 5:03

2d ago5:03

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Unions have come out in force against Government workplace policies, with protests happening today across the entire country. The nation-wide event - Fight Back Together - was designed to respond to the scrapping of fair pay agreements, the return of 90-day trials and similar contentious policies. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says …

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Joelle King: Kiwi squash champion on being ruled out of the 2026 Commonwealth Games 3:07

2d ago3:07

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Kiwi squash champion Joelle King won't be adding to her collection of medals in the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The stripped-down Glasgow event will only feature 10 sports - with rugby sevens, hockey, cricket, road cycling and squash among the sports that got axed. King says she can't change this decision - but she's got the 2028 Olympics to soften th…

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Mike Egan: Restaurant Association President on Uber Eats expanding service into regional New Zealand 2:34

2d ago2:34

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Uber Eats will be expanding into 12 new locations across the country, focusing on regional towns. From next month, its food delivery will be available in smaller towns like Taupō, Levin, Whakatāne, Timaru and Wānaka. Restaurant Association President and Monsoon Poon Owner Mike Egan says it's perfect timing - just before summer. "I can see the campg…

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Stuart Smith: Parliament Finance Committee chair on ANZ CEO Antonia Watson being grilled in banking sector competition inquiry 2:44

2d ago2:44

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The chair of Parliament's Finance Committee is perplexed ANZ's head wasn't across the details of her pay packet. Chief executive Antonia Watson was among the banking heads grilled by MPs this morning, under pressure to justify a $2 billion profit during tough times for Kiwis. She says she's paid $2.5 million, but would need to give her total remune…

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Campbell Barry: Lower Hutt mayor voices concern over Government intervention for Wellington City Council 2:43

2d ago2:43

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There's claims the Government needs to show its justification for intervening in Wellington City Council. It's appointing a Crown observer - claiming it is financial mis-management for the Council to plan to fund water infrastructure from rates revenue - rather than debt, using a Government tool. Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry notes the Government…

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Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump launching final presidential bids ahead of Election Day 4:18

2d ago4:18

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Over in the US, Election Day is less than two weeks out - so Trump and Harris are hitting the campaign trail to get all the votes they can. The pair are still in a tight race for the White House, meaning they're going hard to appeal to key swing states ahead of the November deadline. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Kamala Harris will be trying…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on former Rugby Australia Chair Hamish McLennan urging the governing body to sign Nathan Cleary 5:14

2d ago5:14

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Former Rugby Australia chairman Hamish McLennan is urging the governing body to sign league star Nathan Cleary ahead of the next World Cup. McLennan explained the Wallabies need to invest in 'top-tier' players to improve their performance in high profile events, including the Rugby World Cup and the Bledisloe Cup. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave …

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Casey Costello: Associate Health Minister on the Government confirming a funding boost for Hato Hone St John 3:13

2d ago3:13

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There's some good news for the nation's largest ambulance service. Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has announced Hato Hone St John will receive $21 million in additional Government funding. She says St John has also settled its pay dispute with unions, with no further industrial action planned. Costello explained that New Zealand First has…

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Enda Brady: UK correspondent on officer Martyn Blake being acquitted of the murder of a man shot dead in London 4:57

3d ago4:57

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A British jury has cleared a police officer of murder, after he fatally shot an unarmed black man in the head in south London two years ago. Martyn Blake shot 24-year-old Chris Kaba in September 2022. The 40-year-old says he feared lives were in danger, and the shots weren't intended to kill Kaba. UK correspondent Enda Brady unpacks the controversy…

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Peter Hamilton: former MFAT deputy secretary on King Charles bypassing New Zealand in international tour 5:29

3d ago5:29

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Republic NZ’s Peter Hamilton has long believed New Zealand is ready to have a Kiwi as the head of state. King Charles is set to leave Australia and head to the 27th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa - bypassing New Zealand in his first tour since taking the throne. Hamilton says it makes more sense for New Zealand's head of state to…

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The Huddle: Does Wellington City Council need a Crown observer? 7:56

3d ago7:56

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Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Early Edition host Ryan Bridge joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Wellington City Council will get a Crown observer to address the 'dysfunction' impacting the council. Is this a good move? What do we think will come next? Darleen Tana has finally off…

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Full Show Podcast: 22 October 2024 1:40:44

19h ago1:40:44

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 22 October 2024, Wellington City Council is getting a Crown Observer as a first step of Government intervention. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown explains why he was concerned enough to make the move - and Wellington City Councillor Tim Brown admits he's lost his bet with H…

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Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister explains why he felt the need to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council 4:13

3d ago4:13

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The Local Government Minister is determined to fix the 'dysfunction' and uncertain financial conditions impacting Wellington City Council. Simeon Brown today confirmed he will appoint a Crown observer to help the council develop a new Long-Term Plan. He says he informed mayor Tory Whanau of his reasons before confirming this decision. "It was a pro…

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Sophie Moloney: Sky TV Chief Executive on the company's new deal with Warner Bros Discovery 7:42

3d ago7:42

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Sky TV's struck a deal with Warner Bros Discovery - ensuring it continues to be the home of HBO content in New Zealand. The company has stopped HBO’s Max app launching on our shores and confirmed Neon will keep streaming its original content - and several WBD franchises, such as Friends, Rick and Morty and The Big Bang Theory. Chief executive Sophi…

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Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on the Government's changes to the Three Strikes bill 5:59

3d ago5:59

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The Government has been accused of 'jumping the gun' and changing the Three Strikes bill before receiving advice from the select committee. The qualifying threshold for a first strike will be lowered from 24 months imprisonment to 12 months in order to catch out more offenders. Labour has claimed this is the 'latest instance' of the Government maki…

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Emily Ansell: Newstalk ZB reporter on the High Court hearing the first evidence in Tingjun Cao's murder trial 2:44

3d ago2:44

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The High Court in Christchurch has heard the first evidence in the murder trial of Tingjun Cao. He's accused of killing estate agent Yanfei Bao. Newstalk ZB's Emily Ansell says Bao's partner, Paul Gooch, realised something was wrong when Bao hadn't picked up her daughter from after-school care. "He said when he got home, he checked the dishwasher t…

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Tim Brown: Wellington City Councillor 'not convinced' the council needs a Crown observer 5:23

3d ago5:23

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There's scepticism from some as to whether a Crown observer will help Wellington City Council. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown is appointing an observer over concerns for the council's financial management. But councillor Tim Brown says many councillors think it will provide advice and help them work together better, but he's not convinced. …

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Karen Chhour: Children's Minister says young people involved in justice facility roof incident will face consequences 2:21

3d ago2:21

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The Children's Minister says the 13 young people who scaled an Auckland justice facility will face consequences for their actions. The group sat on the roof of the Korowai Manaaki Youth Justice Facility in Wiri yesterday evening - with seven staying overnight and causing damage to the roof. Karen Chhour says the youths will be criminally liable for…

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Barry Soper: ZB Senior Political Correspondent on Minister Simeon Brown appointing a Crown observer to Wellington Council 6:14

3d ago6:14

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Wellington mayor Tory Whanau says she'll stick to her priorities - even as central Government intervenes. Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has appointed a Crown Observer to help council develop its Long Term Plan. Spending cuts are needed since the council's U-turn on selling its airport shares. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper s…

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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the divided response to Lidia Thorpe yelling at King Charles 3:58

3d ago3:58

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One Australian senator's high-profile outburst has sparked discussions about the injustices that impacted the nation's Aboriginal population. Lidia Thorpe was removed from Parliament House after yelling at King Charles and accusing him of committing genocide yesterday. Thorpe's actions were criticised by MPs, including Tony Abbott and Amanda Rishwo…

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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on several sports getting axed from the 2026 Commonwealth Games 4:02

3d ago4:02

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Rugby sevens, hockey and T20 cricket have been axed from the Commonwealth Games, but netball has survived. 15 sports have been binned off for the slimmed-down 2026 event in Glasgow. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Von Newstalk ZB

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Chlöe Swarbrick: Green Party co-leader on Darleen Tana's ousting from Parliament 5:38

3d ago5:38

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The Greens are looking forward to moving ahead - as Darleen Tana's days in Parliament come to an end. The party today confirmed Speaker Gerry Brownlee has officially ousted Tana after delegates unanimously voted to put the issue to him. Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick says she is grateful to draw a line under this. "It's been a several months-long proces…

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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the new evidence suggesting Lucy Letby may have harmed more babies in her care 4:06

4d ago4:06

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New evidence suggests more babies in the care of killer nurse Lucy Letby were harmed - and in one case poisoned with insulin. Letby was was found guilty of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder seven more, including trying to kill two with insulin at the Countess of Chester Hospital neonatal unit between June 2015 and June 2016. UK corres…

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