Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the concerns surrounding new KiwiSaver changes
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are fears Finance Minister Nicola Willis is opening a can of worms by potentially allowing young farmers to dip into their KiwiSavers to buy far...
The Huddle: Will the Paris Agreement hold up over the years?
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about...
Sir Nick Gibb: former UK Minister of Schools reveals how he plans to help turn NZ's education stats around
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Education Minister Erica Stanford has called in some help from international experts in a bid to get the nation's education stats on the up. Former UK...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Groundswell will eventually be proven right about the Paris Agreement
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I think in the end, Groundswell is gonna be proven right - but I don't think they're gonna get what they want right now and I don't think they should ...
Full Show Podcast: 11 June 2025
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 11 June 2025, the real story of why Adrian Orr quit his Reserve Bank Governor j...
Anthony Morsinkhof: luxury real estate agent pens open letter urging Government to lift foreign buyer ban
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An open letter has been written to the Prime Minister urging Luxon to ease the ban on foreign house buyers. This letter comes after multiple NBR Rich ...
Alon Roth-Snir: Ambassador of Israel to New Zealand voices disapproval with sanctioning of Israeli ministers
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An Israeli diplomat is criticising New Zealand's sanctioning two of his country's ministers. Our Foreign Minister's barred the two high-ranking ...
Rick Shera: privacy lawyer on the US states suing 23andMe over plans to auction off genetic information
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Biotechnology company 23andMe is being taken to court by over 27 US states over plans to auction off customers' personal genetic information without t...
Arran Jones: Independent Children's Monitor Chief Executive on the new report revealing outcomes for Māori in state care
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New research paints a stark picture of the consequences of Oranga Tamariki's system not helping young Māori enough. An Independent Children's Monitor...
Michael Reddell: former Reserve Bank economist on the new reports revealing why Adrian Orr left the RBNZ
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A former Reserve Bank economist is calling out his former employers' lack of transparency. The bank today revealed Adrian Orr quit as Governor in Marc...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the new documents revealing why Adrian Orr resigned as Reserve Bank Governor
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Revelation of long-awaited details of Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr's March resignation. In February, Orr emailed his board - saying there were sig...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the curfew being implemented as LA protests continue
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Protesters are being arrested one-by-one in downtown LA's mile-square curfew zone. Mayor Karen Bass called the curfew after looting and violence at th...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Ryan Fox's string of golfing successes
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Golfer Ryan Fox is refusing to buy too much into his victories at Myrtle Beach and Toronto as an indicator for potential US Open success. Four of the ...
Bryce McKenzie: Groundswell co-founder explains why New Zealand should pull out of the Paris Agreement
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Groundswell is using Fieldays' first day to call for New Zealand to pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement. The grassroots advocacy group seeks...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the UK Government making a u-turn on winter fuel payments for pensioners
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Millions more pensioners will receive the winter fuel payment as the UK Government makes changes to eligibility. The payment was paid only to those on...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist speculates about the future of interest rates
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acting Reserve Bank Governor Christian Hawkesby left experts speculating about the future of interest rates following the recent OCR cut. More banks h...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host ahead of Fieldays 2025
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Country's Jamie Mackay is off to Fieldays - and he's feeling hopeful ahead of this year's event. Farmers are in a better state of mind this time r...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on new data revealing more Kiwis are moving
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New census data shows more Kiwis are moving house than ever and it's raised questions among experts. 45 percent of New Zealanders have moved address o...
The Huddle: What does the latest research say about our online shopping habits?
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Ben Thomas and Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Should kids who a...
Full Show Podcast: 10 June 2025
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 10 June 2025, Police Minister Mark Mitchell responds to a new report warning corr...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Spare a thought for Aucklanders today
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is as expected - if our office is anything to go by, Auckland is a miserable town today because the house valuations are out, and they're bad. Just...
Dr Christina Hood: climate consultant explains why legal experts are looking to sue the Government over emissions reduction plan
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A group of lawyers are suing the Climate Minister - suggesting the Government's emissions reduction plan doesn't go far enough. They want a judicial r...
Amelia Twiss: 13-year old mountain biker opens up about being refused medal because she was home-schooled
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A 13-year old mountain biker is asking for Government intervention over being denied a medal because she was home-schooled. Amelia Twiss came third at...
Murray Crane: Crane Brothers expert reveals what latest data says about Kiwis' shopping habits
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New figures from NZ Post’s latest eCommerce Market Sentiments Report show more Kiwis get last-minute jitters before they check out. The data shows 6...
Rawdon Christie: real estate agent on what decreased Auckland property valuations mean for buyers
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buyers could hold all the cards, based on a plunge in Auckland Council home valuations. Numbers have been released today for 630,000 properties across...
Mark Mitchell: Police Minister unpacks the risks of police corruption
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Police Minister says we must always keep an eye on corruption. An independent advisory panel has urged the Government to act against organised cri...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on Lawyers for Climate Action taking the Government's climate policies to court
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A group of lawyers are taking the Government's climate policies to court. Lawyers for Climate Action have filed a judicial review, calling for a probe...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Erin Patterson being accused of inconsistencies in mushroom trial
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Triple-murder-accused Erin Patterson's cross examination continues in Australia. The 50-year-old is accused of intentionally serving a poisonous...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Ngani Laumape's return to Super Rugby
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former All Blacks midfielder Ngani Laumape believes Moana Pasifika can win Super Rugby while he's there. Laumape has signed a two year deal, returning...
Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the Government's bid to strengthen anti-stalking laws
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Proposed anti-stalking laws are being strengthened - following recommendations from Parliament's Justice Select Committee. Originally the propos...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the British photojournalist that was shot during LA protests
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A British photographer has been hit by non-lethal rounds during protests in Los Angeles. He has now undergone emergency surgery and is recoveri...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson explains why the US share markets have picked up
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US share markets have continued to pick up recently, sparking discussion among experts. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explains the factors be...
Ian Cassels: Director of The Wellington Company on the impact of increased rates on businesses
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington City Council is being called on to review its rating system over fears increased rates are driving businesses out of the capital. Newly rel...
The Huddle: Do schools and their boards need to rein in their spending?
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
Full Show Podcast: 09 June 2025
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 9 June 2025, NZ Rugby's boss is calling it quits, and ZB Rugby Editor Elliot Smith...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the police investigation into Michael Forbes
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Deputy Prime Minister Nicola Willis says the Michael Forbes situation is awful - but police have to have discretion. The Prime Minister's acting...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Was anyone shocked by Mark Robinson's New Zealand Rugby resignation?
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone who thinks that Mark Robinson resigning from New Zealand Rugby today is a shock clearly doesn't follow rugby's dramas with their brain fully tu...
David Cohen: author set to offer alternative Jacinda Ardern biography
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The author of an alternative Jacinda Ardern biography says his book's different - because he's spoken to people across politics. The Former Prim...
Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB rugby commentator on Mark Robinson stepping down as New Zealand Rugby chief executive
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Robinson's underlined dealing with Covid-19 as the biggest challenge of his tenure as New Zealand Rugby chief executive. Robinson will stand down...
Ross Tucker: Auckland Council Group CFO explains why Auckland home values have dropped
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland home values have fallen, down nine percent on CVs released in 2021. New capital values are being released tomorrow for 630,000 properties, wi...
Marama Davidson: Green Party co-leader responds to Israel intercepting Gaza-bound aid ship
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Green Party is speaking out over Israel stopping a civilian yacht carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. Israeli forces intercepted a yacht carrying p...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on Willie Jackson saying he doesn't want a 'war' with Te Pāti Māori
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Labour’s Willie Jackson says Te Pāti Māori needs to compromise and focus on the main issues facing New Zealanders, like health and housing, follow...
Sam Emery: Australian correspondent on the Government's new tax changes set to impact super
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian Government is set to make some tax changes - and it's got people worried about the future. Labor is looking to double the levy for to 3...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Ryan Fox's Canadian Open victory
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Fox has brandished the three wood - as Chris Wood and the All Whites have cheered him on to a Canadian Open victory. The New Zealand golfer's won...
Richard McIntyre: Federated Farmers' banking spokesperson on the petition urging the Government to change KiwiSaver rules for farmers
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Federated Farmers has launched a petition calling for KiwiSaver rules to be changed to help young farmers get their foot on the ladder. The petition’...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Why is it so hard to do the obvious thing?
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I've been thinking overnight about the news yesterday that a second Christchurch school has decided to put the walls back up in their classrooms and a...
Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Trump and Xi Jinping launching trade talks
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping spoke over the phone last night. They agreed to launch a new round of trade talks in their first known conve...
Full Show Podcast: 06 June 2025
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 6 June. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekd...
Helen Clark: Former New Zealand Prime Minister on her open letter to the Government on our foreign policy
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prominent New Zealand leaders are coming together to express their concern about the country’s foreign policy direction. In an open leader, Kiwi fi...
Sports Huddle: Matt Brown & Andrew Gourdie
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sports Journalist Andrew Gourdie and Oceania Football Confederation Spokesperson Matt Brown join Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle. Rob ...
Deborah Richards: Christchurch Water Crematorium Director on New Zealand’s first water crematorium
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new option has opened up to Kiwi’s in their end-of-life choices. New Zealand’s first water crematorium has opened in Christchurch and operates ...
Rob Walter: New Black Caps Coach on his approach to the role, cricketers moving away from signing central contracts
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The man said to be New Zealand’s most successful cricket coach in history has been appointed coach of the Black Caps. Rob Walter replaces Gary Stea...
Oliver Mander: NZ Shareholders Association spokesperson on SkyCity suing Fletcher Construction
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SkyCity has filed legal proceedings against Fletcher Construction. The casino giant is seeking more than $300 million in damages caused by delays in ...
Charles Feldman: US Political Analyst on Trump vs Musk
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump and his now former-colleague Elon Musk are officially feuding. A disagreement over spending in Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful B...
Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on a new travel ban put in place by Donald Trump
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new travel ban by Donald Trump is affectingpeople from a dozen countries from entering the United States. Those countries include Afghanistan, Myan...
Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on this weekend's Super Rugby quarter-finals and the Black Caps new coach
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s on the cards in the first week of the Super Rugby quarter-finals? Weekend Sport host Jason Pine talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about what...
Jonathan Haidt: New York University’s Stern School of Business Social Psychologist on 'The Anxious Generation'
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Increasing levels of depression and anxiety have been recorded in young people since around 2011. The novel ‘The Anxious Generation’ makes the ca...
Full Show Podcast: 05 June 2025
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 5th June 2025, The Māori Party's Privileges Committee decision finally comes to ...
Elizabeth Callaghan: UK correspondent on Donald Trump calling for NATO nations to increase their defence spending
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US says the UK and all other NATO allies must agree to spend at lest 5 percent of national income on defence and security 'starting now'. Matthew ...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why the US debt burden is getting more attention
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US debt burden has been thrust into the spotlight - and it's an ongoing point of concern. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains why this is happen...
The Huddle: Should the police have dug deeper on Michael Forbes?
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host celebrates industry award
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Country's Jamie Mackay is celebrating another industry success - and he joined Heather to discuss the win. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener...
John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on gas supply dropping 27 percent in the last year
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand’s gas supply is reducing faster and sooner than previously forecast, new reports from experts warn. As of January 1, 2025, natural gas r...
Stephen Jacobi: former trade negotiator on Labour criticising the Government for not getting a better trade deal from the Trump administration
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Labour has slammed the Government for not getting a better trade deal out of the current Trump administration. New Zealand currently has to pay a 10 p...
Desley Simpson: Auckland deputy mayor squashes rumours she was running for mayor
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wayne Brown and Desley Simpson have confirmed they'll run together in this year's Auckland mayoral race. It's scotched rumours Simpson would run herse...
Cherida Fraser: Sex Workers' Collective regional coordinator weighs in on Michael Forbes saga following resignation
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's concerns a former Prime Ministerial staffer hasn't faced charges after allegedly voice-recording sex workers. Michael Forbes has quit as actin...
Bryce Edwards: political commentator on the debate unfolding over the Te Pāti Māori haka saga
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parliament's revisiting potential penalties for three Te Pāti Māori MPs - after the hearing was initially postponed so as not to distract from the 2...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the Te Pāti Māori haka sanctions debate taking place
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tensions are high in the House, as MPs go head-to-head over proposed sanctions for Te Pāti Māori MPs. The Privileges Committee has recommended...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Erin Patterson delivering evidence in fourth day of deadly mushroom trial
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Triple murder accused Erin Patterson faced more questions from the prosecution as the mushroom murder trial entered its' fourth day. Three family memb...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Will Jordan recovering from his knee injury
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A key All Blacks returns at just the right time for the Crusaders as they begin their Super Rugby playoffs campaign. Will Jordan will start in tomorro...
Matthew Lane: Night 'n Day general manager on the Commerce Commission threatening a crackdown on supermarkets
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Commerce Commission is proposing to give grocery suppliers a leg up in their dealings with the supermarket giants. The commission has proposed upd...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK being temporarily spared from Trump's 50 percent steel tariffs
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The UK has managed to escape Donald Trump's recent executive order doubling steel and aluminium tariffs from 25 percent to 50 percent. The order...
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Ryman Healthcare's market struggles
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former market darling Ryman Healthcare's recently had a tough time financially - and the share price has dropped. Investors are already down over 30 p...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on homeowners needing to pay extra to fund the Natural Hazards Commission
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Homeowners need to brace for another cost increase, this time to help fund the state disaster insurer, the Natural Hazards Commission. The minister re...
The Huddle: Are asset sales on the horizon?
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Minister Stuart Nash and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the fo...
Dr David Wilson: Clerk of the House of Representatives on whether bots are interfering in law-making process
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ACT leader David Seymour has claimed 99.5 percent of the submissions received on the Regulatory Standards Bill were created using 'bots'. The Ministry...
Oliver Hartwich: New Zealand Initiative executive director on the impact of the Trump tariffs
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Business leaders across New Zealand have voiced concerns that Donald Trump's tariffs could have a more severe global impact than the Covid-19 pandemic...
Grant McCallum: Northland MP reveals why Landcorp needs to improve its performance
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's belief state-owned enterprises need to go back to basics in order to up their game. New Treasury documents show the Government's told New Zeal...
Chris Finlayson: former Arts and Heritage Minister on the Government's push for Wellington premiere for Avatar sequel
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finance Minister Nicola Willis may get her wish to see the latest move in the Avatar franchise premiere in the capital at the end of the year. That's ...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The polls revealed how people felt about the pay equity saga
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We've had a case of conflicting polls over the last twenty-four hours, with two completely different Governments predicted. But if there's one thing y...
Jordan Dunn: Newstalk ZB reporter on the coronal inquest into the 2021 New Lynn attack
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A closed court has seen graphic video of a 2021 terrorist attack in Auckland at New Lynn Countdown. A coronal inquest began today into the stabb...
Julian Benefield: General Counsel for Foodstuffs North Island on supermarket facial recognition tech getting approval from the Privacy Commissioner
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Foodstuffs is hoping to bring retail crime down after a successful trial of live facial recognition technology. The Privacy Commissioner has deemed Fo...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the new polls showing National's taken a dip in popularity
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two starkly different outcomes from the latest poll numbers. The latest RNZ Reid Research poll - out this morning - has the right bloc on 46.4, behind...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Elon Musk criticising Donald Trump's bill
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk has come out swinging against US President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax and spending bill. In a post on X this morning, the Tes...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Gary Stead's departure as Black Caps coach
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No hard feelings from Gary Stead with New Zealand Cricket rejecting his proposal to job-share the Black Caps coaching role. His seven-year tenure will...
Rob Scott: Southland mayor on the new cash injection for Milford Sound
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's helping protect a tourism crown jewel - with a cash injection for Milford Sound. It's putting more more than $15 million into a new a...
Elizabeth Callaghan: UK correspondent on police renewing the search for Madeleine McCann
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Portugal police have announced a fresh search for Madeleine McCann. The British three-year-old disappeared 18 years ago from a resort in Praia da Luz ...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on new data showing farmers are more satisfied with their banks
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New data shows more Kiwi farmers are satisfied with their banks - pointing to improved communication and less 'undue pressure'. Federated Farmers’ l...
The Huddle: Are the new WorkSafe changes a step too far?
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Rob Campbell and Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Will we read Ja...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I see nothing's changed in camp Jacinda
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Looks like nothing's changed in camp Jacinda, has it? You will get no admission that she and her Government got anything wrong during Covid, from what...
Steven Joyce: former Finance Minister on his new role on NZME's board
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Canadian billionaire Jim Grenon and former Finance Minister, Steven Joyce, have won positions on integrated media company NZME's board. Board po...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Labour seeing a drop in newest Government poll
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister says the latest poll will be a tough read for the Labour Party and Chris Hipkins. Labour saw a three percent drop in support to s...
Grant Duncan: Political commentator on the reactions to Jacinda Ardern's memoir A Different Kind of Power
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has released her highly-anticipated memoir today, with some reviewers disappointed. A Different Kind of Power cov...
Tama Potaka: Conservation Minister on the future plans for Tongariro Chateau
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Conservation Minister says any decision around the closed Tongariro Chateau won't be taken lightly. Budget 2025 labelled the heritage-listed...
Julien Leys: Building Industry Federation chief executive on the downturn impacting the construction sector
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The downturn in construction continues. The Post is reporting almost a third of all business liquidations are construction companies - up from a quart...
Jeff Sissons: Institute of Safety Management CEO voices concerns with WorkSafe changes
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Safety experts are sceptical about a new Government directive for WorkSafe. The health and safety regulator has been instructed to shift focus f...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Erin Patterson giving additional evidence in murder trial
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Triple murder accused and mushroom cook Erin Patterson continued to give her evidence in an Australian court today. Three family members of Patt...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the new WorkSafe expectations
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's roadcone hotline is being launched today, as the Government announces a suite of cultural changes for WorkSafe. It's being instruc...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Max Verstappen issuing an apology for Spanish Grand Prix crash
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Max Verstappen has issued a veiled apology for his crash with George Russell in the Spanish Grand Prix. The four-time world champion was hit with a 10...
Nigel Clarke: Whakatane District Council waste manager on the council's plan to take bins away from people who don't use them properly
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some Whakatane residents could end up having their council bins confiscated for three months. The District Council is bringing in a three-strike ...