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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor closing down his final business interests

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is closing down some of his last remaining known business interests, including Pitch@Palace Global Ltd. Pitch@Palace was a ...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the share market potentially recovering following the Govt shutdown

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The long-running US Government shut-down has come with plenty of economic ripple effects, but there's hopes it could come to an end. The 41-day shutdo...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on New Zealand's overdue tax debt hitting $9.3 billion

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The country's overdue tax debt has hit $9.3 billion for the year to June, according to new reports. It's growing faster than the Government's tax take...

Don Braid: Mainfreight CEO on the company's 20 percent profit drop

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shares in Transport and logistics company Mainfreight have rallied today, despite the company posting an 18.5 percent drop in first-half profit. The r...

Full Show Podcast: 12 November 2025

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 12 November 2025, the Police Minister has accused former Police Commissioner An...

The Huddle: Is a wider police investigation needed?

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Kiwiblog's David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following iss...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: We all know how this is going to end for Andrew Coster

12 Nov 2025

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Well, I think we can all see how this is going to end for Andrew Coster, and we could see that last night - he's gonna lose his job running a Governme...

Matthew Hague: lawyer and former police officer on the IPCA report into Jevon McSkimming's conduct

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bemusement at the actions of past senior police executives and their handling of serious complaints against the former Deputy Commissioner.  A da...

Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group chair on the new Costco store planned for Drury

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Costco's interest in New Zealand could be a good sign for our grocery sector.  The big-box US retail chain's bought a large plot in the new Drury...

Lance Burdett: former police negotiator on the 'systemic failures' behind the recent Jevon McSkimming scandal

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A former police negotiator has suggested systemic failures led to a scandal revealed yesterday, around former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimm...

Maurice Williamson: Auckland Councillor on the congestion charging bill passing in Parliament

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One Auckland councillor says a long road's ahead before the city's close to congestion charging. A new bill has passed in Parliament that'll let counc...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Parliament unpacking the failings at heart of McSkimming scandal

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Police Minister says like many Kiwis, he's disappointed - by a scathing IPCA report highlighting past failures in senior Police management of comp...

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on whether the end of the US Government shutdown is in sight

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The US Senate has passed through legislation to reopen the US Government, indicating the long-running shutdown is closer to wrapping up. The 41-day sh...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks gearing up for England clash in Twickenham

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

All Blacks forwards coach Jason Ryan expects an enhanced England to front up at Twickenham this weekend. The All Blacks met the World Number 4 three t...

Mike Seabourne: Tauranga City Council Head of Transport on the outrage over chip seal resurfacing

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's outrage in Papamoa over the news that their asphalt roads will be replaced with chip seal resurfacing. Tauranga City Council has confirmed the...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump threatening to sue the BBC

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The BBC's chairman has denied claims the BBC is trying to bury accusations of bias, as Donald Trump threatens to sue the company. A leaked BBC memo su...

Theresa Payton: Fortalice Solutions CEO on the growing concerns about AI's development

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial intelligence is growing and changing and reshaping industries, but there's growing concerns about the harm it could bring. Trust is a valua...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host with his Armistice Day story about a Southland farmer

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks the 107th anniversary of Armistice Day, which marked the end of World War I on November 11 in 1918. Kiwis all over the country gathered to...

Full Show Podcast: 11 November 2025

11 Nov 2025

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 11 November 2025, a new bombshell IPCA report has revealed serious misconduct by ...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Expect this asset sales debate to get heated

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well, entirely predictably, the debate about selling state assets has already kicked off ahead of election year - with Winston calling the idea a 'taw...

The Huddle: Can Andrew Coster come back from this?

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and CTU economist Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the ...

Winston Peters: NZ First leader reveals why he's opposed to asset sales

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As one coalition partner speaks against asset sales, another is keen to welcome them with open arms. The Prime Minister reiterates he's ruled them out...

Jared Savage: NZ Herald investigative reporter on the police launching new protective measures after IPCA report on McSkimming

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government says it is taking significant steps to improve police oversight after a damning IPCA report on the handling of complaints against forme...

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on Donald Trump threating legal action against the BBC

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The BBC is under extra scrutiny after this latest scandal - and US President Donald Trump is threatening legal action. A leaked BBC memo suggests the ...

Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on the Government's new gun law changes

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Associate Justice Minister admits some ideas in her Arms Act rewrite didn't make it past the cutting room floor.  She's revealed details of c...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on NZ First raising concerns over asset sales

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister has responded to Winston Peters' fears over potential asset sales. Chris Luxon has ruled them out this term, but is again suggestin...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the reactions to last weekend's Neo-Nazi demonstration outside NSW Parliament

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's concern and outrage in Australia after a group of Neo-Nazis held a demonstration outside NSW Parliament. NSW police estimate about 60 black-cl...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the International Olympic Committee proposing ban on trans athletes

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry is poised to act on a key election platform, by introducing a blanket ban on transgender wom...

Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the Government's new plan to test for drug-driving

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has revealed more details about new road safety measures.  From December, police in Wellington will do random roadside saliva test...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on BBC's director general and News CEO both resigning

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

BBC director general Tim Davie and CEO of News Deborah Turness have resigned over the way a documentary on Donald Trump was edited. It comes after the...

Edwin Paul: India New Zealand Business Council chair on the Government's progress on an India-NZ trade deal

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Businesses are being encouraged to plan ahead as talks of an India-New Zealand trade deal continue. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says both regions are m...

Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2025

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 10 November 2025, the Maori Party has expelled two of its own MPs in the latest ep...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The BBC scandal impacts trust across all media

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well, at least someone's resigned at the BBC.  In fact, two have resigned, both the director general and the boss of news - and the fact that thi...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on what we can expect from Rocket Lab's results

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rocket Lab is set to unveil their results for Q3, and it's prompted speculation from experts. The company's seen some growth and shares have gone up, ...

The Huddle: Is withholding funding from the Cook Islands the right move?

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson-Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of th...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the ongoing trade talks with India

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister has indicated trade talks with India are progressing well - and speculation claims both nations could have a trade deal by next yea...

Tina Browne: Cook Islands opposition leader on New Zealand extending funding pause after China deal

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A Cook Islands politician says public pressure is mounting for its Government to mend its rift with New Zealand.  The Foreign Minister has paused...

Andrew Bell: Christchurch Water Crematorium co-director on the success of the business

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's strong demand for water cremations, just months after the service first became available in New Zealand. Since opening in June, the Christchur...

Te Ururoa Flavell: former Te Pāti Māori co-leader on Te Pāti Māori ousting Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A sense the fall-out isn't over, after Te Pāti Māori's National Council has ejected two MPs from the party. Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi ...

Weston Kirton: Ruapehu mayor on the investigation into the Tongariro National Park fire

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rainfall today at Tongariro National Park has helped dampen the fire that's rampaged across nearly 3000 hectares since Saturday.  Fire and Emerge...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi getting ousted from Te Pāti Māori

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Te Pāti Māori's co-leaders won't share why their National Council decided to expel Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi. The Council met last nig...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the death of Australian radio icon John Laws

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Australian radio legend John Laws has died. The 90-year-old affectionately dubbed 'Golden Tonsils' died in Sydney, after being hospitalised last month...

Antonia Watson: ANZ Chief Executive on the bank's annual profit going up by 21 percent

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A $2.5 billion dollar boost for our largest bank. ANZ New Zealand's announced a 21 percent increase in its annual profit. It's largely down to a good ...

Full Show Podcast: 07 November 2025

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 7 November. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every w...

Eddie von Dadelszen: Faradays CEO on new multi-storey department store on Queen Street

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new three-level luxury department store is set to open on Auckland's Queen Street next year.  The new store will be located at 131 Queen St and...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will Mamdani be the next big thing or the next big disappointment?

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I think I am more interested in seeing how Zoran Mamdani goes than any other Democrat that I can remember in a very, very, very long time, because I g...

David Seymour: School lunches get a makeover going into the second year of operation

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ACT leader David Seymour's controversial school lunch programme is getting a makeover going into it's second year of operation. The changes include ca...

Jonathan Kearsley: US Correspondent on Government shutdown, Trump's 'fat shot', and Elon Musk's trillion dollar pay package

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump has announced to reduce the costs of some weight loss drugs, or as he calls them 'fat shots'. The Trump administration claims that A...

Annie Murray and Harry Harrison: NZ Film CEO and Screen NZ Chair on screen rebate boost

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis announced today that the Government will boost New Zealand's screen rebate for the goal of bringing Hollywood b...

Heather du Plessis-Allan reveals details of Netball NZ report into Dame Noeline Taurua

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Heather du Plessis-Allan reveals the details of the report into Dame Noeline Taurua. The report includes the complaints from Silver Ferns players whic...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the accidental release of a wrongly-freed sex offender

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

British police have launched a manhunt for two wrongly-freed prisoners, including an Algerian sex offender. London's Metropolitan Police force said in...

Stuart Davison: HighGround dairy analyst on dairy prices falling

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Prices fell in the latest Global Dairy Trade auction, and it's sparked concern for what this means for the dairy sector. This week's 2.4 percent drop ...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the start of the 2025 China International Import Expo

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 2025 China International Import Expo has gotten underway in Shanghai and some familiar Kiwi brands are making an appearance. Fonterra, Zespri, Sil...

The Huddle: Is the Michelin Guide a worthy investment?

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Full Show Podcast: 06 November 2025

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 6th November - Auckland Central MP and Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick tel...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Michelin Guide is a worthwhile investment

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How good is this idea of bringing Michelin to New Zealand in the hope that some of our restaurants will get some stars awarded?  Now, this is not...

Bayden Barber: Ngāti Kahungunu chair speaks as proposed Te Pāti Māori meeting looms

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A meeting between battling factions in Te Pāti Māori's closer to being a reality. The party's faced weeks of turmoil and infighting, culminating in ...

Ben Bayly: executive chef at Ahi on Tourism NZ's bid to bring the Michelin Guide to New Zealand

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's excitement among Kiwi food experts and hospo giants about what the Michelin Guide's arrival could do for tourism. Tourism New Zealand is inves...

Wattie Watson: NZ Firefighters Union national secretary on Fire and Emergency NZ looking into cutting jobs

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fire and Emergency NZ is looking into cutting jobs in a bid to save $50 million a year. It says it's in a tightening financial bind, and a significant...

Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on Jevon McSkimming pleading guilty to having objectionable material on work devices

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Police Minister says he's pleased former Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming's pleaded guilty to having child exploitation and bestiality ...

Shane Jones: Resources Minister on the reports warning the $200m gas fund may not be enough for the sector

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Officials warn the $200 million set aside to encourage gas exploration may be too small - with production falling and closure of the ageing Māui fiel...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Jevon McSkimming pleading guilty to possessing objectionable material

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ex-top cop Jevon McSkimming's admitted to having child exploitation and bestiality images on work devices. The former Deputy Police Commissioner's ple...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Melbourne drug kingpin who avoided extra jail time

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, former drug kingpin Tony Mokbel managed to avoid additional time in prison over a drug trafficking conviction.  Mokbel, one of...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of Scott Roberston unveiling his picks for Scotland clash

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Don't expect wholesale changes mid-evening when All Blacks coach Scott Robertson unveils his side to play Scotland. The Kiwi side is set to face off a...

Chlöe Swarbrick: Auckland Central MP on the Government proposing a move-on order for homeless people

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland Central MP Chlöe Swarbrick has raised concerns with the Government's proposed solutions for rough sleepers - and says they won't solve the a...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the investigation into the BBC's alleged doctoring of Trump speech

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The BBC is under fire after reports surfaced claiming they misled viewers by editing a speech made by US President Donald Trump in 2021. UK Opposition...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Adrian Orr threatening a former Reserve Bank economist with legal action

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has threatened one of his fiercest critics with legal action. He has compelled a London-based central banking ...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on why the US share market dropped this week

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The US share market took a hit this week, with leading AI companies seeing a decline. Market darlings Palantir and chip behemoth Nvidia were among the...

The Huddle: What do we make of the Police Commissioner's op-ed to Stuff?

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, political commentator and lawyer Liam Hehir and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion abo...

Simon Watts: Climate Change Minister on the Government de-linking ETS settings with Paris climate targets

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government recently announced a raft of proposed changes to the Climate Change Response Act and the Emissions Trading Scheme. Climate Change Minis...

Full Show Podcast: 05 November 2025

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 5 November 2025, is the Government going to ban rough sleepers from city centre...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Did Stuff make the right call publishing the Tom Phillips audio?

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I'm baffled by the Police Commissioner writing that open letter telling off Stuff today. You probably missed this thing when it actually happened, whi...

Katherine Firkin: US journalist on Zohran Mamdani winning the New York mayoralty

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The new mayor-elect for New York City, Zohran Mamdani, is causing quite the stir in the Big Apple - to Donald Trump's displeasure.  The 34-year-o...

Amie Mills: NZ On Air Head of Funding on the new research revealing kids' media habits

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New data has revealed the media platforms drawing Kiwi kids in, and there's been an unusual trend in the findings. NZ On Air has just released the lat...

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister expresses confusion over reported ban on rough sleeping in CBDs

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Justice Minister seems confused about whether the Government's considering a blanket ban on rough sleeping in CBDs, as claimed by Labour. Prime Mi...

Nick Brunsdon: Infometrics Principal Economist on unemployment reaching 5.3 percent in the September quarter

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One expert is warning the job market won't get easier any time soon. The latest Stats NZ data shows the unemployment rate has reached an almost nine-y...

Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO on the Government pushing for the venue to allow more concerts

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The debate over Eden Park events has reignited, as the Government has proposed letting it almost triple its annual concerts from 12 to 32. It's also r...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the ongoing trade negotiations taking place with India

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Significant progress is being made on New Zealand's Free Trade Agreement with India. India's Trade Minister is in the country - discussing our trade r...

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on Donald Trump's response to Zohran Mamdani winning New York mayoralty

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Zohran Mamdani's scored victory for the Democrats - making history as New York City's youngest mayor in a century.  The 34-year-old candidate foc...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps' upcoming clash at Eden Park

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Black Caps are keeping an eye on February's T20 World Cup heading into a five-match series against the West Indies, starting at Eden Park tonight....

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the BBC being accused of bias

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new report has claimed the BBC doctored footage of Donald Trump to appear like he was calling his supporters to 'fight' ahead of the January 6 riot....

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the Government's new joint project designed to cut down emissions

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's putting more than a million dollars into rolling out farming tech designed to cut down emissions. A $1.2 million dollar investment's ...

The Huddle: Is Erica Stanford right to take Treaty obligations off school boards?

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, former Green MP Gareth Hughes and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of...

Full Show Podcast: 04 November 2025

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 4 November 2025, the president of the NZ School Board Association is unhappy that...

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are the teachers' unions right to be upset with Erica Stanford?

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Okay, I've got a question for you - and this is a genuine question, it's not a rhetorical question. Do you agree with the teachers' unions that it's a...

Bayden Barber: Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated chair on the meeting between Iwi leaders and Te Pāti Māori

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A meeting between Te Pāti Māori and the National Iwi Chairs Forum has resulted in two key outcomes. The hui was called after infighting, which saw t...

Prue Daly: NZ International Convention Centre general manager on the project being handed to SkyCity

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The long-delayed International Convention Centre in Auckland has formally been handed over to SkyCity - several years behind schedule. The works began...

Deb Hart: Holocaust Centre Chair voices concerns with Canterbury museum's World War II display

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's concerns from some that a Canterbury museum's displayed World War II Nazi artefacts without context.  Geraldine’s Military Museum showc...

Ali Meade: Forest and Bird spokesperson on kārearea attacking Wellington walkers

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This year's winning Bird of the Year, the kārearea, is attacking Wellington walkers on a popular bush walk. The native falcons are nesting along Hayw...

Gavin Walker: Water Safety NZ acting CEO voices disappointment with ACC funding cut

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The country's largest water safety group expects a big impact from losing about 20 percent of its annual funding. ACC's ending its long-standing partn...

Meredith Kennett: NZ School Boards Association President on the Education Minister removing school board Treaty requirements

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Unions have voiced disappointment over the Education Minister's plan to remove school board Treaty requirements. Erica Stanford intends to scrap a cla...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Te Pāti Māori considering expelling rogue MPs

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Te Pāti Māori has confirmed they're not  ruling out triggering two separate byelections by expelling controversial MPs. Co-leaders Rawiri Waiti...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the RBA keeping interest rates on hold at 3.6 percent with no cuts in sight

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, the Reserve Bank has opted to leave interest rates on hold at 3.6 percent, in line with expectations from economists. Experts had l...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the investigation into Eli Katoa's head knocks

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The NRL will look into Tonga's handling of Eliesa Katoa's head injury assessment. The news comes after he suffered seizure activity and brain bleeding...

Donna Demaio: Melbourne Cup correspondent speaks ahead of the race

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Smokin' Romans and Torranzino are preparing to carry the hopes for New Zealand-trained horses set as the 24 hopefuls for today's Melbourne Cup are sad...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the mass stabbing on a London-bound train

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Witnesses have described horrifying scenes of train passengers trampling over each other to escape a mass stabbing in the UK. A 32-year British nation...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market reactions to Westpac's profit

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Westpac New Zealand recently saw a significant profit boost - and it's prompted discussion. The Australia-owned bank's reporting a 13 percent jump in ...

Dr Allan Trench: mineral economist on Donald Trump signing minerals deals with Australia and Japan

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has made significant progress on establishing critical mineral deals with Australia and Japan, prompting speculation from ex...

The Huddle: Can we really measure unpaid labour?

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues...

Full Show Podcast: 03 November 2025

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 3 November 2025, Dame Noeline Taurua has raised more questions than answers after ...