Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IMF's annual report on New Zealand's economy
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The International Monetary Fund is cautioning the Government against bending over backwards, deregulating banks in a bid to spur more competition in t...
Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor ahead of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Delegates from some of the world's largest banks and investment firms have arrived in Auckland for the Government's first Infrastructure Investment Su...
Full Show Podcast: 12 March 2025
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 12 March 2025, with a Ukraine ceasefire deal now on the table - is Russia going...
The Huddle: Will Russia agree to the ceasefire deal with Ukraine?
12 Mar 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...
Tania Hermann: Hamilton City Council Operate and Maintain Unit director speaks in defence of food scrap bins
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One Hamilton City Council staffer is speaking in defence of food scrap bins. Whanganui District Council has made the decision to ditch food scrap bins...
Shane Jones: Energy Minister on the opening of a new production well in the Pohokura gas field
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Energy Minister says he's doing his best to improve the stability of energy supply. A new gas well at the Pohokura Production Station in Tar...
Richard Wagstaff: NZCTU President voices disapproval with the Government scrapping living wage contract rules
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unions are disputing the Government's reasoning for scrapping living wage contract rules. This move is part of a wider proposal to simplify the procur...
Bruce Hawker: Australian political strategist on Donald Trump rejecting Australia's bid for a tariff exemption
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's unclear if Australia will hit the US with counter-tariffs after Donald Trump's recent announcement. The US President has confirmed Australia won'...
Alexey Muraviev: Curtin University associate professor on Ukraine agreeing to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Ukraine ceasefire could be a while away yet, according to one expert. Ukraine's agreed to a US-proposed 30-day ceasefire with Russia, after Washingt...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on New Zealand's banking sector making a profit amid economic downturn
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Banks are hanging tough despite tough economic conditions. A KPMG report has found the sector's net profit for 2024 increased just 0.25 percent ...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the US Department of Education laying off nearly half its workforce
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US Department of Education has initiated mass layoffs, reducing its workforce by nearly 50 percent. Impacted staff will be placed on adminis...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Sir Jim Ratcliffe getting behind Manchester United's new stadium plans
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A hint of irony from Manchester United's new stadium plans, at least from a New Zealand perspective. Part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is behind plans to b...
Rod Duke: Briscoes Group managing director on the company's full-year sales data
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Briscoe Group's revenue has stayed virtually flat, with profit taking a hit. Total revenue for the owner of Briscoe Homeware and Rebel Sport decreased...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the oil tanker and cargo ship that collided off Yorkshire coast
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One person is in hospital, and 36 others are safe and accounted for, after a cargo vessel collided with an oil tanker in the North Sea. The vessels pr...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the market's response to Donald Trump's comments about the economy
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stock markets across the US have taken a significant hit over concerns about the negative economic impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs. After t...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the golden run that's set to continue for NZ beef pricing
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following a surge in the second half of 2024, the golden run for New Zealand farmgate beef pricing has continued in the early part of 2025. Retu...
The Huddle: Should it be easier to walk away from paid subscriptions?
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the followin...
Greg Larsen: Auckland City Electric Vehicles director on the spate of attacks on electric vehicles in Auckland
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A man is in police custody after a series of vandalism attacks on electric vehicles took place in Auckland. Cars including Teslas and a Polestar elect...
Full Show Podcast: 11 March 2025
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 11 March 2025, is the free school lunch programme at breaking point? One of the p...
Brooke van Velden: Internal Affairs Minister on whether online gambling should support local community groups
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SkyCity and the TAB have complained there won't be a level playing field when the new regulations for online gambling kick in. The Government is set t...
Nick Leggett: Wellington Water Chair says he's not resigning
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington Water Chair Nick Leggett says he's not going anywhere. The mayors of Wellington and Upper Hutt - Tory Whanau and Wayne Guppy - both s...
Shelley Palman: EnableMe Financial Advisor on the new research revealing women are more financially literate than men
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Research showing Kiwi women are more financially literate than men suggests they could be more confident about money. Financial Services Council stati...
Chris Wilkins: Massey University expert issues warning amid Government bid to re-categorise fentanyl
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A drug researcher is warning more fentanyl will arrive in New Zealand. The Government's working to tighten controls on 23 substances - helping t...
David Seymour: ACT Party leader hopeful the school lunch programme will continue without issues
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Seymour's confident the Government's school lunch programme will continue without issue - despite a provider going into liquidation. Libelle Gro...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Luxon stepping up to defend David Seymour's school lunch programme
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister's yet again been forced to defend David Seymour over the school lunches saga in the House. The Opposition was relentless at Q...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the explosive-laden caravan being labelled a 'hoax'
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Details are being revealed about the Sydney caravan hoax - described by police as a 'fake terrorism plot'. NSW police were given a tip-off in January ...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Michael Bracewell captaining the Black Caps for home T20 series
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
T20 franchise globetrotters Finn Allen, Jimmy Neesham and Tim Seifert will return to the Black Caps for the home T20 series against Pakistan starting ...
Sahar Lone: Consumer NZ spokesperson issues warning about 'subscription traps'
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More consumers are falling into subscription traps - prompting warnings from advocacy groups. The Commerce Commission has filed criminal charges...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on a pro-Palestine protestor being charged after climbing Big Ben
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A 29-year-old who scaled Big Ben's Elizabeth Tower at the Palace of Westminster in central London has been charged by police after the incident took p...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Donald Trump's impact on the economy
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand is hoping for an economic reprieve - but experts warn that's less likely to happen this year. Donald Trump's ascension to the presidency ...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on Donald Trump declining to rule out US recession amid tariff war
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has declined to rule out a recession this year as his administration's tariffs spark economic concern. It comes after a vola...
Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2025
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 10 March 2025, Chris Hipkins has overtaken Chris Luxon in the latest political pol...
The Huddle: Should Chris Luxon be worried?
10 Mar 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 responds to the Government dropping in the latest Taxpayers Union-Curia Poll
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Despite some less-than-ideal poll figures, Minister Nicola Willis doesn't believe Kiwis have lost faith in the Government. The latest Taxpayers ...
Angela Dalton: Chair of Auckland Council's Community Committee on the rise of homelessness in Auckland
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Council’s Community Committee is urging the Government to help the city as rates of homelessness grow. This comes as new data shows the num...
Rachel Aiello: Canadian correspondent on what we can expect from Canada's new Prime Minister
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Canada's new Prime Minister is expected to tout his economic expertise as he enters the job. Mark Carney has served as Governor of Canada's and ...
David Letele: Buttabean Community food bank founder voices support for mandatory police body cameras
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland community leader says mandatory police body cameras would help everyone. David Letele is behind a petition calling for the change - a peti...
Jordan Williams: Taxpayers' Union Executive Director on the Government falling behind in the new Taxpayers Union-Curia Poll
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another poll is showing a clear drop in support for the coalition Government - and some are wondering if it's cause for concern. The newest Taxp...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Luxon's response to the latest Taxpayers Union-Curia Poll
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Labour has overtaken National - and Chris Hipkins has leap-frogged Chris Luxon as preferred Prime Minister in a new poll. The Taxpayers' Union-Curia P...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on ex-tropical Cyclone Alfred causing floods in Queensland and NSW
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Severe weather warnings remain in some eastern parts of Australia recovering from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred. Flood warnings ranging from minor to maj...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on India beating out the Black Caps in the Champions Trophy final
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
India have chased 252 to beat New Zealand by four wickets with an over to spare in the Champions Trophy final at Dubai on a pitch that could've been u...
Paula Bennett: Pharmac chair responds to independent report about the drug buying agency
10 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pharmac's board chair says the drug buying agency has a management issue with listening to patient voices. A review of consumer engagement with the Go...
Full Show Podcast: 07 March 2025
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 7 March 2025, Ryan Bridge talks to Winston Peters about NZ First's new members bil...
Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Europe's support for Zelenskyy, US-Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia, Far-right threat to German government,
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US Ukraine talks are headed to Saudi Arabia next week, with President Zelensky saying he hopes it'll be a meaningful meeting. It has been revealed aro...
Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China's retaliation against Trump and US trade war
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How is China feeling amid the trade war coming out of the United States? Tariffs have been on and off under Trump's direction, but when it comes...
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent wraps the political week, discusses Adrian Orr's resignation, Phil Goff loses High Commissioner role, Trump's pause on tariffs
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The man at the centre of the economy for eight years has resigned, leaving without notice or explanation. Adrian Orr stepped down from his role ...
Stephen Jacobi: International Business Forum Executive Director on Trump’s re-pausing of Mexico and Canadian tariffs
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
U.S President Donald Trump has paused tariffs on Mexico and Canada, again, after first doing so one month ago. The executive actions mean produ...
Sports Huddle: Champions Trophy final, Fijian Drua travel issues, Super Rugby provincial unions merge, Shama Mohamed comments
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sports Commentator Andrew Gouride and Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Paul Allison join Ryan Bridge on the Sports Huddle. Super Rugby is taking a hit af...
Indra Singh: FBC Sports Journalist on Fijian Drua Super Rugby travel issues
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Fijian Drua have reported several travel issues before their Super Rugby game in Napier last month. A photo showing the rugby team crammed i...
Miki Magasiva: Tinā director on the films massive success
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New film Tinā is shaping up to be a Kiwi classic and has already earned more than $1 million. The film ranks third as the biggest opening weeke...
Sarah Ndiaye: Byron Bay Mayor on Cyclone Alfred
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cyclone Alfred continues to head towards Queensland. Four million people are set to be directly affected according to the latest numbers. ...
Simeon Brown: Health Minister on reinstating the board of Health New Zealand
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is reinstating the board of Health New Zealand, only eight months after it was scrapped. Lester Levy was appointed as commissioner and ...
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Health NZ, Peters DEI changes, Labour reshuffle, Justin Trudeau address
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Health Minister Simeon Brown is making major changes by bringing back the board of Health New Zealand. It comes as an audit of the public health...
Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Trump’s pause on Mexico-Canada tariffs, revaluation of Elon Musk's role in the Government
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cracks are showing in the relationship between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Trump gathered his cabinet to distinguish what power Musk has....
Jason Pine: Weekend Sport Host on the ICC Champions Trophy, Super Rugby round 4
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can the Black Caps beat India on Sunday night to with the ICC Champions Trophy? The teams will come up against each other in Dubai at 10pm NZ time. Th...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK supermarkets adding non-alcoholic lagers to meal deals
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meal deals have been a staple across UK retailers - and some outlets are offering consumers a new lunchtime option. Companies like Asda, Sainsbury's a...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why equity markets are falling
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Equity markets across the world have taken a dive - and one expert has explained the sudden drop. Donald Trump's tariff threat and collective concerns...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on red meat prices rebounding
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand’s red meat sector is on track for a strong rebound, with export returns and overall profitability expected to rise. According to Beef + ...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on petrol prices being expected to drop
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Good news for Kiwi motorists - they can look forward to lower fuel prices in the next few days. The price of oil is at its lowest level in more than t...
The Huddle: Did Greg Foran make the right call?
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog's David Farrar and former Labour minister Stuart Nash joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day ...
Full Show Podcast: 06 March 2025
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 6 March 2025, Ryan Bridge talks to Jessica Walker - Head of research at Consumer...
Dr Deborah Powell: APEX National Secretary ahead of the planned strikes set to impact patient tests
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Medical lab scientists and technicians across the country are set to go on strike in the coming days. Rolling strikes will take place across Pauanui, ...
Michael Wood: E tū negotiator on Canadian billionaire Jim Grenon's potential impact on NZME
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland-based Canadian billionaire previously linked to an alternative news venture has taken a substantial holding in media company NZME. NZME ow...
Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran's resignation
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Air New Zealand is in for a change - with CEO Greg Foran resigning from October. He's told the board the airline is in a good place and this is the ri...
Dr Mark Williams: neuroscientist on the new data revealing Kiwis check their devices for notifications up to 50 times an hour
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New research reveals Kiwis check their devices for notifications up to 50 times per hour. According to a survey by Kindle, 86 percent of respondents c...
Maurice Williamson: former New Zealand Consul-General to LA on Winston Peters sacking Phil Goff as High Commissioner to the UK
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's support for the Foreign Affairs Minister sacking Phil Goff as High Commissioner to the UK. Goff questioned President Donald Trump's ...
Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the bowel cancer screening age of eligibility being lowered
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Minister says higher testing rates are key to better bowel cancer outcomes. The Government is lowering eligibility for free screening to 58...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Winston Peters sacking Phil Goff as British High Commissioner
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has sacked Phil Goff as British High Commissioner. The Foreign Minister acted after Goff - a former Labour leader and ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the preparations ahead of Cyclone Alfred's arrival
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's Prime Minister is reassuring locals bracing for Cyclone Alfred that the Government has their back. The category two storm is expecte...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps beating South Africa in the Champions Trophy semi-final
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kane Williamson has rotated the strike with a Lahore cat at the media conference after New Zealand's 50-run Champions Trophy semi-final cricket win ov...
Jessica Walker: Consumer NZ Acting Head of Research and Advocacy on the growing calls to ban card payment surcharges
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's renewed calls for an outright ban on card payment surcharges. Consumer NZ says the Commerce Commission's considering lowering interchang...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on JD Vance denying he criticised the UK and France over Ukraine peacekeeping proposal
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The US vice-president is back-pedalling over a comment he made - thought to be in relation to key allies, the UK and France. JD Vance said a US stake ...
Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the current state of the 2025 stock market
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a big week for the New Zealand stock market, and one expert is taking a look at the highest performers. As results reporting continues, some comp...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Adrian Orr's abrupt resignation from the Reserve Bank
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Major question marks over the shock-resignation of Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr. Orr's laid out areas of his work he's proud of, but gave no reaso...
Full Show Podcast: 05 March 2025
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday March 5 2025, Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell joined Ryan Bridge t...
The Huddle: Why did Adrian Orr step down now?
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and AUT chancellor Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the economic impact of Donald Trump's tariffs
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One expert has delivered a grim outlook for share markets around the world. Stocks have tumbled after US President Donald Trump slapped tariffs ...
Richard Prebble: former ACT Party leader explains decision to step away from the Waitangi Tribunal
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A combination of factors led to former ACT Party leader Richard Prebble stepping away from the Waitangi Tribunal. He's resigned after being appointed ...
Mark Orams: sailing professor floats the idea of the America's Cup returning to Auckland
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland has expressed interest towards Emirates Team New Zealand around returning the next America's Cup defence to the City of Sails. Tataki Aucklan...
Todd McClay: Trade Minister unpacks what Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could mean for New Zealand
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Trade Minister says he's taking potential disruption to trade very seriously. US President Donald Trump has sent stocks tumbling across the...
Michael Reddell: former Reserve Bank economist on Adrian Orr's surprise resignation as Governor
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's surprise among economists and industry experts after Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr abruptly resigned today. Orr was almost halfway t...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Adrian Orr's sudden resignation as Reserve Bank Governor
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's surprise resignation by Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has left experts with plenty of questions. Neither the Prime Minister nor Finance Min...
Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on Donald Trump delivering his first Congress address of his second term
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump says tariffs will make the US rich again. The President's been delivering his first Congress address since commencing his second te...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the Black Caps' clash against South Africa
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Black Caps coach Gary Stead is adamant South Africa will be unfazed by a pointless trip to Dubai heading into tonight's Champions Trophy semifinal in ...
Neil Beales: Corrections deputy director for men's prisons on the new study indicating prisons are controlled by gangs
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new report shines a light on the balance of power gangs hold in prisons - and how it impacts other inmates. A Corrections-commissioned study, ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the global reactions to the US pulling support from Ukraine
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's uncertain how Ukraine can fare against Russia as the US pauses military aid and stops all equipment destined for Ukraine. Europe's been scramblin...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of Australia's GDP figures being released
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Economists are outlining their predictions as Australia prepares to release a GDP update tomorrow. The Australian economy is predicted to have grown f...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Donald Trump proposing tariffs on agriculture imports
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has indicated tariffs on imported agricultural products could take effect as soon as April. This announcement has generated ...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the recent drop in housing consents
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The coalition Government wants more homes to be built cheaper and faster, yet official data shows an annual 7.2 percent drop in the sector. New data f...
Full Show Podcast: 04 March 2025
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 4 March 2025, Ryan Bridge talks to Malcolm Nance about Donald Trump pausing milit...
The Huddle: Do we agree with congestion charges?
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Newstalk ZB Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills joined in on a discussion about the following issues ...
Winston Peters: Rail Minister reiterates previous Cook Strait ferry deal wasn't a good one
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Hyundai is back on the table for a potential Cook Strait ferry deal, Winston Peters is reiterating his view that the previous deal wasn't a good on...
David Seymour: Associate Education Minister insists school lunch programme problems are being addressed
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Associate Education Minister claims problems with school lunches are being addressed. David Seymour's revamped programme, delivered for millions-o...
Michelle McCormick: Infrastructure NZ policy director on the new reports revealing traffic congestion costs Auckland $2.6 billion a year
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Congestion charging is expected to trigger a change in driver behaviour. A bill allowing councils and local authorities to set charges for peopl...
Nathan Guy: Meat Industry Association chair on what Trump's proposed tariffs could mean for the meat industry
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a waiting game for our meat industry - with US tariffs looming large. President Donald Trump has confirmed tariffs on Mexico, Canada and Ch...
Malcolm Nance: former US Navy Senior Chief on the US pausing military aid to Ukraine
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's belief from some that Europe can fill the gaps in support for Ukraine. The US is pausing all military aid to the country - including weapons i...
Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on Erica Stanford calling on David Seymour to address school lunch scheme shortfalls
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Opposition's sharpening its knives, as MPs continue to call out the Government over its school lunches programme. Labour, the Greens and Te Pati M...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the mass preparations ahead of Cyclone Alfred
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Supermarket shelves in Queensland are being stripped as locals prepare for Cyclone Alfred. The category two storm is brewing off Australia's coast, ca...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Hoskins Sotutu receiving a ban after weekend clash with the Hurricanes
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hoskins Sotutu has been handed a three-week ban, which can reduce to two with a stint at tackle school, for a dangerous tackle in the Blues Super Rugb...
Carl Findlay: Maritime Union National Secretary on the Government's plan for new ferry contracts after iRex cancellation
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's hopes new Cook Strait ferries will be rail-enabled. Minister for Rail Winston Peters is promising more details by the month's end. He's confir...