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Episodes
Thomas Coughlan: wrapping up the week in politics
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NZ Herald Deputy Political Editor Thomas Coughlan speaks to Jack Tame about the recent week in politics, regarding Casey Costello and release of her i...
Irene King: Aviation Commentator discusses new check-in process for Ryanair
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ryanair has caused quite a stir in the UK - from May next year, passengers will need to check in by smart phone only, meaning they will no longer be a...
Jack Tame: Governments alternative plan with school builds
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's been inevitable for months now that the Ministry of Education would lose responsibility for building and maintaining schools and at first glance ...
Mitch McCann: US Correspondent says that Hurricane Helene is the "second deadliest" hurricane in 50 years
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Up to 1,000 active-duty soldiers will join the North Carolina National Guard in delivering supplies, food and water to isolated communities. President...
Mark Mitchell: Emergency Management Minister tells us how Dunedin Kiwis are coping with floods
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dunedin remains in a state of emergency after seeing it's wettest day in over a century - with twice the usual October rainfall falling in just 40 hou...
Jack Tame: Casey Costello and the efficacy of heated tobacco products
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I've had a bit of time now to look at the so-called 'independent advice' released by Casey Costello on the efficacy of heated tobacco products which s...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer paying back thousands following donations controversy
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has paid back over £6,000 ($12,000 NZD) in gifts and hospitality received since taking up the role after a controvers...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on nuclear energy's role in the future
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nuclear energy is experiencing a resurgence in interest amid concern surrounding shortages. Its greenhouse gas emissions are smaller than most - and &...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the heavy rain pelting through Dunedin
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dunedin residents are preparing for a deluge of rain. A red heavy rain warning is in force for North Otago, Dunedin and coastal Clutha today and tomor...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large responds to 2024 Mood of the Boardroom survey
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Business leaders have given their verdict on the Government in the Herald’s Mood of the Boardroom survey. Some experts have noted that as the countr...
The Huddle: Recapping the Mood of the Boardroom results
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following ...
Full Show Podcast: 03 October 2024
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Thursday 3 October 2024, the highest possible weather warning has been issu...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister pleased with Mood of the Boardroom survey results
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister is pleased the nation's business heavyweights share her values and priorities. The Herald's annual Mood of the Boardroom survey h...
Peter Lineham: Massey University Emeritus Professor of Religion on Census data showing over half of Kiwis have no religion
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More than half of Kiwis have no religion, new data shows. Census figures released today shows the proportion of people without religion is now at 51.6...
Judith Collins: Defence Minister condemns China's intercontinental ballistic missile test over Pacific Ocean
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Defence Minister says China featured in round-table talks with South Pacific partners this week. Auckland hosted the annual meeting for mini...
Jill Rogers: Assistant Commissioner on police recruitment applications doubling over the last year
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A police college based in Auckland could be on the cards. New intakes at the Porirua college will be bolstered next year by 20 recruits each win...
Matt Alley: Otago Civil Defence group controller issues warning as heavy rain hits the South Island
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The message is clear as heavy rain pelts the lower South - be prepared. A red-level heavy rain warning is in force for North Otago, Dunedin and coasta...
Perspective with Jack Tame: Here's one interesting takeaway from the Census data
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The latest Census data is out, with numbers for all sorts of data points from ethnicity, home ownership and income to gender and sexual identity. ...
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald deputy political editor on the Herald's annual Mood of the Boardroom survey results
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Chris Luxon's feeling 'stoked' with today's Mood of the Boardroom survey results. The nation's business heavy-weights have ranked Gover...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on police moving to ban pro-Palestinian weekend rallies
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Police in New South Wales have applied to the state’s top court to ban two pro-Palestinian rallies set to take place this weekend. Next Monday marks...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on INEOS Britannia being one win away from entering the America's Cup final
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
INEOS Britannia are one win away from earning the right to challenge Team New Zealand for the America's Cup. The British syndicate has beaten Luna Ros...
Tom Roberts: National Cyber Security Centre threat and incident response team lead on the arrest of a teenager over 'smishing' scam
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Police have arrested a teenager after disrupting a 'sophisticated smishing scam' using new technology never seen in New Zealand before. Authorities ha...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK forces being involved in response to Iran attacks on Israel
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
UK forces were found to be involved in supporting Israel's response after Iran launched a missile attack on the country. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starm...
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on the biorefinery to be built at Marsden Point
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A proposal to re-develop Marsden Point's decommissioned refinery is being considered. Channel Infrastructure NZ recently entered a conditional agreeme...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's bid to discourage investment into flood prone areas of the country
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Politicians of all stripes say the Government shouldn’t try to stop the values of properties vulnerable to the effects of climate change from plumme...
Malcolm Fleming: NZ Certified Builders CEO on the Government's push for remote building inspections
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has continued its push to increase the use of remote building inspections to speed up the construction and consenting process. Building...
The Huddle: Can the tensions in the Middle East be resolved?
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Mark Sainsbury and Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the d...
Full Show Podcast: 02 October 2024
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 2 October 2024, the situation in the Middle East continues to esc...
Stephen England-Hall: Genesis Energy chief retail officer on the company taking a majority 65 percent stake in ChargeNet
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Genesis Energy has confirmed it will spend $64 million on taking a majority stake in ChargeNet - the nation's leading EV public charging network....
Graeme Edgeler: electoral law expert and barrister on New Zealand waiving immunity for Australian diplomat's partner
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A legal expert sees a reasonable chance New Zealand could waive diplomatic immunity after allegations about an Australian diplomat's partner surfaced....
Mike Hesson: Former Black Caps coach on Tim Southee giving up the team captaincy
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One former Black Caps coach has expressed some confusion as Tim Southee relinquished his team captaincy. Tom Latham has taken the reins after So...
Mark Gilbert: former US ambassador to New Zealand on JD Vance dodging questions about 2020 in the vice-presidential debate
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's belief Republican candidate JD Vance completely lost credibility as today's vice-presidential debate ended. The contest against Democrat...
Perspective with Jack Tame: Between Vance and Walz, it's clear who won the debate
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was civil. It was somewhat thoughtful. It was focused for the most part on policy. It was, frankly, a novel experience to be watching a mode...
Bren Carlill: Australia/Israel and Jewish Affairs Council policy analyst calls for intervention to end Middle East conflict
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's hopes that the US will step in soon to de-escalate Middle East tensions. Iran has launched nearly 200 missiles at Israel, with most bein...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent recaps the Tim Walz-JD Vance debate
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The vice presidential candidates in the US election clashed in their first and only debate ahead of the 2024 US election. Democrat Tim Walz and Republ...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent recaps the JD Vance - Tim Walz vice-presidential debate
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the US, both vice presidential candidates just had their first and only debate ahead of the November election. Democrat Tim Walz and Republica...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Tim Southee resigning as Black Caps captain
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A whitewash test series defeat to Sri Lanka was Tim Southee's trigger to step down as Black Caps test captain. Tom Latham will take the reins with imm...
Rob Campbell: former Health NZ chair responds to suggestion that private companies build and run public hospitals
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's suggestions private companies should build - and potentially run - our public hospitals. 1News reports Health NZ is urging the Government to c...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prince Harry making a public appearance in the UK
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Duke of Sussex has returned to the UK to make a brief public appearance at a central London charity event. Prince Harry attended WellChild's ...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Australia's retail sales rebounding after winter downturn
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian retail sales rebounded by more than expected in August as warmer weather brought forward spring spending after a midwinter slump. According...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the declining demand for construction
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Construction continues to slow, although consents for office and public transport buildings have risen 26 percent. Stats NZ says new home consents dro...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host expects another successful Global Dairy Trade auction
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another Global Dairy Trade auction is expected to take place tonight - and experts are predicting more good news this time round. There was a substant...
Christina Leung: NZIER deputy chief executive on the latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion indicating confidence has returned to sector
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NZIER's latest Quarterly Survey of Business Opinion (QSBO) shows a marked improvement in business confidence in the September quarter. A net 5 percent...
Perspective with Jack Tame: I don't have an issue with higher parking fines
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you were in a bit of a rush yesterday morning, I dunno - perhaps somehow you were caught out by daylight saving and you scrambling to get to an app...
The Huddle: Do people really resent Luxon's success?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
Full Show Podcast: 01 October 2024
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 1 October 2024, the Israeli Military says it has begun a "limited, ...
David Gerrard: Otago University Emeritus Professor on the increase in men using steroids to boost their appearance
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fuelled by fitness and gym content online, more young men say they are turning to risky and illegal measures to enhance their appearances. According t...
Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO on the Commerce Commission blocking proposed North and South Island merger
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Foodstuffs has argued a merger blocked by the Commerce Commission would benefit consumers and suppliers. The competition watchdog has decided me...
James Whittaker: ACC injury prevention spokesperson on the increase in people making fall-related claims involving Crocs
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A popular - and divisive - shoe is making a significant showing in more ACC claims. ACC has received 128 claims for fall-related injuries from Croc we...
Robert Patman: Otago University Professor for International Relations on Israel launching a ground offensive into Lebanon
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hostilities are running high - and fear's rising for the future - as Israel launches a ground offensive into southern Lebanon. Lebanon says Isra...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Luxon avoiding paying a bright-line tax on his Wellington apartment
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister seems to have narrowly avoided a large tax bill for selling his Wellington apartment. He paid $795,000 for it in 2020, and 1News re...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on police investigating the presence of Hezbollah flags at protest
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian police have launched a probe related to the appearance of Hezbollah flags at pro-Palestine rallies that took place over the weekend. Victor...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the World Athletics Indoor Championships coming to New Zealand for 2028
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The World Athletics Indoor Championships could be coming to New Zealand for 2028. Athletics New Zealand and the Government are working on a bid to hos...
Tom Hartmann: Sorted Personal Finance Lead on the increase on Kiwis applying for credit cards
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwis struggling to stay afloat have turned to credit cards to bridge the cap amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis. New credit card application enqui...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Austria's Freedom Party securing first far-right political victory since World War II
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Austria's far-right Freedom Party has secured a historic political victory following the recent election. The party finished first with 29.2 percent o...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the new wave of policies designed to stimulate China's economy
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in China, regulators recently announced a range of monetary and fiscal stimulus policy changes aimed at fostering economic stabilisation and impr...
Grant Watson: Synlait CEO on the company's multi-million dollar net loss
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Synlait Milk has reported a net loss of $182.1 million and stumped up with a one-off payment to try to keep supplying South Island farmers. The ...
The Huddle: Is Hastings' new sign really that bad?
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and NZME editor-at-large Shayne Currie joined in on a discussion about the following issue...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister responds to backlash surrounding Dunedin Hospital budget cuts
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister says the Government is still committed to funding Dunedin's new hospital. It's asked Health NZ for two options to deliver t...
Full Show Podcast: 30 September 2024
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Jack Tame for Monday 30th September 2024, the Government has released its latest quarterl...
Jules Radich: Dunedin mayor issues warning amid proposed cuts to hospital project
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dunedin's mayor isn't backing down on fighting for the city's new hospital ahead of potential cuts. The Government has asked Health NZ for two options...
Dr Juliet Ansell: NZ Winegrowers Research Centre CEO on the new research programme designed to boost NZ wine output
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The wine industry is hoping a new programme will help double production. The Government is investing $5.6 million over seven years into the prog...
Steve Armitage: Hospitality New Zealand CEO on mayor Wayne Brown disestablishing Tātaki Auckland Unlimited
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown aims to disestablish the city's tourism and economic development agency. The mayor is progressing plans to fold Tātaki Auc...
Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the Government's plan to introduce more toll roads
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New toll roads could be on the horizon as the Government moves into its next quarterly plans. It says it's achieved 39 of its 40 third-quarter goals, ...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Minister Shane Jones' clash with the climate protestors
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Energy and Resources Minister Shane Jones has been caught up in a climate protest, while on a walk - over policy he's spearheading. A small group of p...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Qantas workers striking as part of ongoing pay dispute
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Qantas engineers across Australia walked off the job for two hours this morning - and they've warned more industrial action will come if their request...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps losing to Sri Lanka on day four of their second test
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Black Caps have suffered a fourth consecutive test loss, after an innings and 154-run defeat by Sri Lanka in their second match in Galle. Resuming...
Shane Jones: Regional Development Minister unpacks the future of small town New Zealand
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's growing concerns about the future of small town New Zealand - with one expert warning 'tough conversations' are needed. The closure of Winston...
Full Show Podcast: 27 September 2024
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 27 September. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every...
Jules Radich: Dunedin Mayor talks mass protest against proposed cutbacks to new hospital
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Dunedin Mayor says he is expecting thousands of people to protest tomorrow over a proposed downgrade for the city's new hospital. The Govern...
Mark Wynne: Alliance Group Chair talks proposal to shut Timaru meatworks
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Alliance Group says a drop in our livestock numbers is behind a proposal shut a Timaru meatworks. It's called an all-staff meeting today to ...
Paul Hofman: Paediatric Endocrinolgist talks New Zealand's high use of puberty blockers
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A view that puberty blocker use for trans youth in New Zealand needs tighter supervision. New Zealand's use of puberty blockers is seven times h...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Liam Lawson has what it takes to be a F1 star
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What about Liam Lawson? A kid from Pukekohe from potato country, has just been given a Formula One seat for the rest of the season. What an absolutely...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the rise and fall of Intel
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former industry giant Intel used to dominate the computer chip market - with significant presence in the world of PCs and servers. However, the compan...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra posting a stronger-than-expected net profit
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwi dairy farmers can breathe a sigh of relief following Fonterra's successful results. The dairy giant posted a $1.1 billion dollar net profit and c...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on The Warehouse Group reporting a $54.2m net loss
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leading Kiwi retailer The Warehouse Group has posted a significant net loss off the back of a tough trading environment. The company today posted it a...
The Huddle: What's it going to take to bring people back to the Warehouse?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following is...
Full Show Podcast: 26 September 2024
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 26 September 2024, fines for parents of truant kids and no more teacher-only ...
Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the new trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Trade Minister has revealed how he managed to get the trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates over the line so quickly. Todd McClay and coun...
Sir Wayne 'Buck' Shelford: Former All Blacks captain on Scott Roberton's lineup changes ahead of the second Bledisloe test
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One former All Blacks captain claims Scott Robertson will want to try out new combinations in future matches. The side set to play against the Wallabi...
Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the cost blowout impacting the construction of new Dunedin Hospital project
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has been forced to go back to the drawing board with the plans for the new Dunedin Hospital. An independent review has found the projec...
Pat Newman: Te Tai Tokerau Principals' Association spokesperson on David Seymour's school attendance crackdown
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's harsh criticism of Associate Education Minister David Seymour's push for prosecution of parents of continued truants. Seymour says parents cou...
John Journee: Warehouse Group interim CEO on the company's multi-million dollar net loss
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Warehouse Group says this year's unacceptable earnings have two parts. It's posting a $54.2 million net loss after tax. Last year it made a $29.9 ...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Te Pāti Māori's warning after the Government cuts te Reo programme
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Te Pāti Māori has warning the Government of the 'wrath of the million Māori' after a $30 million cut to a programme for teachers to learn te reo ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Australian Government reviewing negative gearing, housing taxes
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, negative gearing and capital gains tax changes are on the political agenda in a bid to reduce problems in the housing market. The...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Razor's picks for the All Blacks squad ahead of second Bledisloe clash
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two veterans get starting farewells in the All Blacks for the dead-rubber second Bledisloe Cup test against the Wallabies in Wellington on Saturday. T...
Chris Proctor: Hastings Youth Council chair on Hastings District Council voting in favour of letting youth council members vote on decisions
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hastings District Council has voted in favour of allowing non-elected members of its Youth Council to vote in council decisions. Youth Council members...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Don't expect David Seymour's crackdown to go over well with teacher unions
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
That's quite the crackdown on truancy from David Seymour today - don't expect this to go down well with the teacher unions. So the first thing David S...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Keir Starmer urging Britons to leave Lebanon
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a warning for Britons in Lebanon amid escalating conflict. The Ministry of Defence is sending 700 troops to ...
Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on KMD Brands posting 11 percent sales drop
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sales at Kathmandu owner KMD Brands slumped by 11 percent, with all three of its brands feeling the effect of weak consumer confidence in its latest f...
Miles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO on the company's $1.1 billion net profit
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Things are looking on the up for the dairy sector. Fonterra is returning a total dividend of 55 cents a share for the past financial year, off the bac...
The Huddle: Do we need a Capital Gains Tax?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion...
Full Show Podcast: 25 September 2024
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 25 September 2024, Energy Minister Simeon Brown reveals the contractor at the c...
Shane Jones: Resource Minister on the Government's bid to restore confidence in the oil and gas sector
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has today started the process of overturning the ban on oil and gas exploration. Resource Minister Shane Jones says the Government is s...
Liam Napier: NZ Herald sports writer on Damian McKenzie reportedly being replaced for upcoming Wallabies rematch
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's looking increasingly likely that Beauden Barrett will step in the No 10 jersey and replace Damian McKenzie for this weekend's All Blacks match. T...
Simeon Brown: Energy Minister on the Electricity Authority's report into the Northland pylon collapse
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Energy Minister has been quick to criticise Transpower's conduct that led to the collapse of a Northland power pylon. A new report by the Electric...
Sandy Lau: PWC tax partner on ANZ's Chief Executive voicing support for a Capital Gains Tax
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A PWC tax partner says discussions around a Capital Gains Tax will continue, as the country grapples with raising enough revenue. ANZ head Antonia Wat...
Margaret Besheer: Voice of America UN correspondent ahead of Benjamin Netanyahu's appearance at the UN General Assembly
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A frosty reception is expected for Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, as he fronts global diplomats - as war wages in the Middle East. Leader...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the investigation revealing the Northland pylon collapse was preventable
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Electricity Authority's report in to a toppled pylon has found the collapse was entirely avoidable. The Transpower pylon north of Helensville fell...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Kamala Harris surging ahead in latest political polls
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the US, Kamala Harris is experiencing a significant bump in the polls. New data from Quinnipiac University, Reuters and CNN show Harris is bea...