Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the RBA moving to hold the OCR at 4.1 percent
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian Reserve Bank has moved to hold the OCR steady at 4.1 percent following this afternoon's meeting. Interest rates started to drop in Febr...
Full Show Podcast: 01 April 2025
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 1 April 2025, Auckland is officially out of the running to host the next Ameri...
The Huddle: Do secondary school students need mandatory Shakespeare?
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Minister Stuart Nash and Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following iss...
Paul Jarvie: EMA workplace safety manager on the Government reassuring landowners that they won’t be responsible for recreational activities
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brooke van Velden says she's fixing unclear laws - on landowner liability for accidents on their land. The Workplace Relations Minister's annou...
Jake McLellan and Tyla Harrison-Hunt: Central City Councillor and Riccarton Councillor on the reactions to a proposed pedestrian crossing
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A proposed pedestrian crossing's become a bit of a joke - after differing views were shared from two Christchurch community boards. The southbound lan...
James Russell: Auckland University conservation biologist on the $85,000 dollar mission to rescue three skinks
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Questions have been raised over a three-week mission to locate and re-home three native skinks, at a cost of $85,000. It involved clearing vegetation ...
Steve Armitage: Hospitality NZ Chief Executive on Team NZ revealing Auckland will not host the 38th America’s Cup
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The boss of Hospitality NZ says the Government's reasons for not backing an Auckland America's Cup bid don't stack up. Auckland Unlimited has confirme...
Mark Robinson: NZ Rugby chief executive on the organisation reaching a settlement with Ineos
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson is relieved a quick resolution has been found to the Ineos stand-off. The petrochemical giant and NZR have reache...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Te Pati Māori's refusal to attend a Privileges Committee hearing tomorrow
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Te Pati Māori won't attend a Privileges Committee hearing tomorrow - despite being summoned over a haka performed by MPs during reading of the Treaty...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Reserve Bank holding the OCR steady
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's Reserve Bank has kept its Official Cash Rate unchanged - as it waits for the impact of tariffs expected from Donald Trump tomorrow. New Ze...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Team NZ confirming the 38th America's Cup will not be hosted in Auckland
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland's chances of hosting the 38th America's Cup defence in 2027 have sailed over the horizon without Government investment. Team New Zealand has ...
Pip Tinning: English Teachers' Association President on the updated curriculum proposed by the Ministry of Education
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's scepticism in the education sector over a newly proposed English curriculum. The Ministry of Education has released suggestions for year 7-to-...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump having a 'productive' talk about tariffs
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have recently had 'productive negotiations' about the economic relationship between the UK and US....
Cath O'Brien: BARNZ Executive Director on Auckland Airport cutting its airline charges after Commerce Commission investigation
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Airport has cut its airline charges after the Commerce Commission found the airport’s forecast revenue was “excessive” and its target...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson ahead of Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' of tariffs
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Donald Trump is set to unveil a barrage of tariffs on April 2nd - and industry experts have voiced concerns. The day has been dubbed 'Libera...
The Huddle: Do we believe Donald Trump will go for a third term?
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issue...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister opens up about the Government's plan to break up the supermarket duopoly
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister is hopeful she can bring more competition to the supermarket sector. The Government's seeking advice on breaking up the duo...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Government launching a hotline for road cones
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's asking people to dob in too many road cones at work sites. A telephone hotline is planned - for people to report excesses. It'll be m...
Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Is Nicola Willis bluffing with the supermarket announcement?
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I reckon Nicola Willis is bluffing - she's having a laugh. She's not really going to take a sledge hammer to the supermarkets. She has threatened...
Full Show Podcast: 31 March 2025
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 31 March 2025, Rail Minister Winston Peters speaks to Ryan Bridge about the two ne...
Bhen Goodsir: Auckland Pride chair addresses backlash to Benjamin Doyle's social posts
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Pride has been quick to accuse Winston Peters of 'conspiratorial fear-mongering' following his criticisms of Green MP Benjamin Doyle. The Dep...
Damian McKenzie: All Black explains why he chose to stay with NZR all the way until 2029
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Damian McKenzie has turned down overseas offers to remain in New Zealand through until 2029. The All Blacks and Chiefs playmaker says there were offer...
Jake Battrick: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese promising Australian households a battery subsidy
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australian households are set to gain some federal help to cut down on their energy bills. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese aims to cut down the cost o...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Damian McKenzie re-signing with NZR
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Damian McKenzie is singling out the 2029 tour by the British and Irish Lions to New Zealand as a major reason behind his re-signing with NZR. The Chie...
Winston Peters: Minister for Rail unveils details of new Cook Strait ferry replacement plan
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Minister-in-charge has promised Interislander's ferries are safe until our new ones arrive. The Government's announced specifications for two ship...
Katherine Rich: BusinessNZ Chief Executive praises Brooke van Velden's new workplace reforms
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Small businesses will have less health and safety obligations under new reforms. Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden has r...
Patrick Noone: former Costco managing director explains why it's difficult for retailers to enter the NZ market
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister is looking to boost competition in New Zealand's supermarket sector - with a final push to encourage new players to enter the mar...
Full Show Podcast: 28 March 2025
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 28 March 2025, the Government's called in the Commerce Commission to deal with con...
Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Europe preparing for crisis and why the price of chocolate is rising
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The EU has put out a list of items necessary for being caught in military or cyberattacks. The Crisis Management Commissioner suggested 450 million pe...
Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Pete Hegseth's visit to Asia, BYD overtaking Tesla and subsidies in China
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth has headed to Asia after fallout from war plans conversations being leaked through the Signal app. The visi...
Jamie Sinclair: Incoming Watercare CEO on how much Aucklanders bills will rise by amid record investment.
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Watercare’s tunnel boring machine has completed a four-year journey, breaking through this morning. The development comes as Watercare has announce...
Sports Huddle: Crusaders chance at a title, Auckland Council's Eden Park plans, Liam Lawson replaced
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk ZB's Andrew Alderson and Crusaders commentator Nick Bewley join Ryan Bridge on the Huddle. Auckland Council has voted to go ahead with ...
Juliet Rieden: Australian Women's Weekly Royal Correspondent on King Charges hospitalisation
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
King Charles was hospitalised today after side effects related to his cancer treatment. The King has cancelled two days of engagements but is back at ...
Dennis Shanahan: The Australian national editor on the general election called for May
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called the 2025 general election for 3 May. Housing costs and economic concerns are what voters will be...
Pete Salmon: Director and producer of After the Party on BAFTA nomination
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand show ‘After the Party’ has been nominated for a BAFTA TV award in the UK. The show follows a high school teacher who accuses her husba...
Simon Watts: Local Government Minister on using Commerce Commission to keep an eye on Wellington Water
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The government is calling in the Commerce Commission to help fix Wellington's water issues. This means Wellington Water will have to report details of...
Barry Soper: Senior Political Editor on a third supermarket competitor and where the Government stands on Eden Park
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finance Minister Nicola Willis is set to announce plans to encourage a third supermarket competitor on Sunday. Senior Political Editor Barry Sop...
Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Health Department cuts, Signal app warning, and parents financially supporting their adult kids
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another Government department has been hit in the US, as 10,000 jobs are to be cut in the Health Department. This comes as 10,000 employees had ...
Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on Liam Lawson replacement, Super Rugby round 7 this weekend
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Liam Lawson has officially been dropped by Red Bull. The Kiwi driver has been replaced by Yuki Tsunoda after qualifying out of the top 10 i...
David Seymour: Associate Minister of Finance on if the Government will pour money for Eden Park
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ball is in the Government's court after Auckland council has decided to back an Eden Park upgrade over a waterfront stadium. $100 million is...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump's tariffs on auto imports potentially sending the UK into recession
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump's latest tariffs on auto imports could send the UK into a recession, according to experts. The US President says putting a 25 percent tar...
The Huddle: Is Tamatha Paul tanking the Greens' political chances?
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, CTU chief economist Craig Rennie and Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues o...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the benefits and drawbacks in investing in the Indian economy
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Indian stock market is catching the attention of investors - and experts are claiming there's plenty of potential. The economy is also attracting ...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on thousands of people flocking to South Island Agricultural Field Days
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was day two of the South Island Field Days event at Kirwee - and thousands of Kiwis turned up for the event. Today, the event was swarming with ...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on Donald Trump announcing 25 percent tariffs on car imports to US
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Donald Trump has recently announced he will be putting 25 percent tariffs on auto imports into the US. Trump explained this move would foste...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on more politicians criticising Tamatha Paul
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Green MP Tamatha Paul has copped more criticism from her political peers. The Wellington Central MP's been under fire over comments she made last week...
Murray Olds: Australia correspondent on Anthony Albanese potentially calling a federal election by Friday
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is poised to call the country’s federal election as early as Friday, according to new reports. Speculatio...
Full Show Podcast: 27 March 2025
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 27 March 2025, Auckland Council has voted to back Eden Park as the city's main s...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportsalk host on the proposals to restructure international cricket
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The World Cricketers' Association has gone upstairs to the DRS in a bid for bilateral series to stay at the scheduling crease. The players' arm of the...
Johanna King: RMA lawyer on the Government allowing more housing to be built on productive land
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's made several housing announcements today - including allocating $100 million to be lent to developers for housing infrastructure on t...
Chris Patterson: Barrister unpacks driver's dispute with insurance company after claim denied for drinking
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A driver who scraped another car with his vehicle while leaving a bar carpark has had an insurer's decision to turn down his claim on the basis he had...
Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO on Auckland Council endorsing it as the city's main stadium
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eden Park has triumphed in its battle to be Auckland's Council's preferred stadium - over building a new facility near the city's waterfront. The coun...
Richard Sullivan: Health NZ Chief Clinical Officer on the findings in the latest Clinical Quality and Safety Review
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Access to timely primary and hospital healthcare has significantly deteriorated. Health New Zealand's released a Clinical Quality and Safety Rev...
Judith Collins: Public Service Minister says there's more to do on cutting down the public service
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Judith Collins says she believes public service productivity has increased under her Government. It's on track towards the goal of cutting $400...
Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety spokesperson on whether roadside drug tests will pick up on ADHD medication
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Legislation to allow roadside drug testing has recently passed its third and final reading in Parliament - but concerns have been raised. Some fear th...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on London police revealing the Heathrow Airport fire was not a criminal issue
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An electricity substation fire in London that closed Heathrow Airport last week is no longer being treated as a criminal matter. Metropolitan Police h...
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on KMD Brands posting a half-year net loss
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
KMD Brands, parent of Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz, has posted a $20 million half-year loss despite growing sales year-on-year, a result the company p...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government looking to change the Foreign Investment Fund regime
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Revenue Minister Simon Watts this month unveiled plans to change the Foreign Investment Fund (FIF) regime to give some foreigners with illiquid invest...
The Huddle: Was Tamatha Paul out of line?
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the followi...
Roger Harper: Torpedo7 owner reveals plans to rebrand retailer
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Torpedo7’s new owners have revealed a major shake-up to the outdoor sports gear retailer. Tahua Partners plan to close its stores in Rotorua and Auc...
Dougal Sutherland: Umbrella Wellbeing Principal Psychologist on the economic costs of unwell workers pushing through
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New research reveals New Zealand businesses are losing billions of dollars a year as a result of unwell workers pushing through instead of taking time...
Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2025
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 26 March 2025, reports claim Kiwi F1 driver Liam Lawson is about to be dropped ...
Dave Gerrard: former Olympian and Otago University Emeritus Professor on World Athletics introducing one-off gender tests
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
World Athletics has approved the introduction of cheek swabbing to determine if an athlete is biologically female. The global body's president Sebasti...
Steve Morris: Tauranga Councillor addresses ratepayer outrage after council spends $470,000 on coffee costs
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tauranga City Council has copped some backlash after accepting a five-year contract for coffee machines and coffee at a total cost of $470,000. This c...
Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister unpacks the Government's new sentencing rules
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Justice Minister says the Government is still fleshing out some sentencing details as new rules pass through Parliament. Legislation passed...
Greg Murphy: motorsport expert on Liam Lawson being dropped by Red Bull
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Liam Lawson has reportedly been dropped by his Red Bull team - just two races into the Formula One season. Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf claim Lawson w...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Wellington Central MP Tamatha Paul's comments about the police
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Outrageous and 'a load of rubbish' are the Prime Minister's words to describe a Green MP's comments about police. Wellington Central MP Tamatha Paul s...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg accidentally being texted Yemen attack plans
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says the Defence Secretary should be fired over texting war plans in a group chat. Atlantic editor-in-chief J...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Liam Lawson reportedly being dropped by Red Bull
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Speculation about Liam Lawson's Red Bull future is picking up speed with the Formula One team reportedly dropping the New Zealander ahead of next week...
Jo Walshe: St Kevins College principal explains why she recommends parents watch Netflix's Adolescence
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Netflix's new four-part crime drama Adolescence has generated acclaim and positive reviews - and it's sparked discussions about online radicalisation ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Keir Starmer vowing to fix every pothole in Britain
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has promised to fix every pothole in Britain. In an earlier radio interview, Starmer announced plans to pr...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on former Special Trade Envoy Mike Petersen issuing a warning to Kiwi primary exporters
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One former Special Trade Envoy has issued a warning to Kiwi primary exporters amid the escalating trade war. Mike Petersen has joined the chorus of in...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the recent boom in cherry exports
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Export prices are sitting in a strong position - with cherries seeing a surge in overseas demand. New data shows cherry exports over the 2024/25 seaso...
Martin Hawes: financial adviser on the number of Kiwis working past the age of 65
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New data shows a significant number of Kiwis are working past the retirement age. A new report from Stats NZ shows there are almost 200,000 New Zealan...
Full Show Podcast: 25 March 2025
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 25 March 2025, Health New Zealand's Deputy Chief Executive Cath Cronin speaks to ...
The Huddle: Can we afford either stadium option?
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Nick Leggett from Infrastructure New Zealand joined in on a discussion about the following issues of ...
Meena Satishkumar: Tech Beyond Gender founder on why more female and gender-diverse tech professionals are reconsidering roles
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new report exploring the tech sector has raised concerns among experts. A new survey by Tech Beyond Gender found that over half of all female and ge...
Owen Evans: Lo-Fi Productions managing director expresses concern over proposed regulations impacting events
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's fears stricter regulation of event organisers could hurt smaller promoters most. Three companies connected to Juicy Fest and Timeless Su...
Gertjan Verdickt: Auckland University finance lecturer unpacks research revealing whisky, Lego and handbags might be safer investments
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New research shows investors looking for the best returns might be better off putting money into whisky or Lego, as opposed to the share market. ...
Michael Gordon: Westpac senior economist on the declining confidence in the labour market
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Confidence in the labour market is shrinking, according to new reports. The Westpac-McDermott Miller index shows employment confidence has reached its...
Shane Henderson: Auckland Councillor ahead of Thursday's stadium vote
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland Councillor says he's leaning towards choosing an improved Eden Park to be Auckland's national stadium. The other option is a new sta...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent weighs in on latest shake-up of electorates
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feedback is being sought on a major shake-up of electorates. The Representation Commission is proposing replacing Wellington's Ōhāriu, Mana and Ōta...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent speculates ahead of the 2025 Federal Budget
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to hand down the Albanese Government's newest Budget tonight. This is the last Budget a...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the All Whites advancing to next year's Football World Cup
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Captain Chris Wood expects the excitement of qualifying for next year's Football World Cup to be a slow burn for the All Whites. The win over New Cale...
Cath Cronin: Health NZ Deputy Chief Executive says investigations underway after 11 year old mistakenly sent to mental health facility
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Health NZ says it is investigating in depth as to how an 11-year-old girl was taken to a Hamilton mental health facility in a case of mistaken identit...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the investigations into the Heathrow shutdown
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New reports have revealed power was available to keep London's Heathrow Airport open throughout the recent shutdown. Two other substations remained op...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the increased concerns over slowing global growth
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The global economy has gone through an interesting few months - and it's got markets worried. Trade concerns are impacting markets all over the world,...
Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2025
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 24 March 2025, Children's Minister Karen Chhour says she's shocked by revelations ...
Tim Carter: Synlait acting Chief Executive on the company moving back into profit
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A return to profit for troubled Canterbury milk processor Synlait. Its half-year result to January's end shows earnings of $63 million before interest...
The Huddle: Does Auckland need a new stadium?
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following ...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's upcoming announcement about the future of the supermarket sector
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister says there will be an announcement in the next week on the Government's next steps to encourage more competition in the supermark...
Sam Broughton: Local Government New Zealand President voices disapproval with proposed rates cap
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Local Government New Zealand is warning a proposed rate cap on councils will increase debt costs and place additional burdens on ratepayers. This come...
Ben Sigmund: former All White ahead of the team's clash against New Caledonia at Eden Park
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The All Whites are welcoming direct entry for Oceania to next year's Football World Cup - ahead of kickoff in their qualifying final against New Caled...
Karen Chhour: Children's Minister slams Oranga Tamariki privacy breaches as 'unacceptable'
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oranga Tamariki's privacy standards are in the spotlight after a critical review. The report highlighted nine cases it described as a 'snapshot ...
Chris Bishop: RMA Reform Minister on the Government's new Resource Management Act system
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Land owners will have more control of their property under the Government's new Resource Management Act system. It's scrapping the RMA to replac...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Government unveiling a new Resource Management Act system
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's potential for some bi-partisanship as the Government reveals key features of a replacement Resource Management Act system. Two replacement act...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the Labor Government promising to cut Aussies' power bills down
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, the Albanese-led Government has recently promised to extend energy rebates until the end of 2025, providing another $150 in energy ...
Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host ahead of the All Whites' clash against New Caledonia
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The All Whites are gearing up to punch their ticket to the football World Cup. New Zealand square off against New Caledonia at Eden Park tonight. The ...
Dr Juliet Chevalier-Watts: Waikato law professor reveals why she changed her mind on taxing churches
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's been growing calls to make churches pay more in tax - and the Government is set to review this in the upcoming Budget. But after over a decade...
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Ipsos survey results, building consent delays, and Wellington's portaloo issue (1)
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's had its lowest Ipsos survey rating since 2017, as they were slapped with a 4.2 out of 10 by Kiwis. The top concerns were health...