Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
The Huddle: Can we find a solution to our energy shortage?
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, broadcaster Paddy Gower and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - a...
Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2024
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 13 August 2024, Contact Energy CEO Mike Fuge tells Heather about the deal his com...
Neil Holdom: New Plymouth mayor urges Labour to support oil and gas exploration
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Plymouth's mayor says it's time for a cross-party energy strategy. Neil Holdom has a background in the energy industry, and is asking the Labour P...
Rob Murdoch: NIWA deputy chief executive on the agency's new super-computer worth $20 million
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NIWA has unveiled its new state of the art super-computer - worth $20 million. It's the fourth the agency's bought since 1999, with up to three times ...
Richard Scott: AgResearch Science Team Lead on the Government lifting bans on gene technology
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Researchers are hoping take advantage of new gene technology regulations as soon as possible. The Government's planning to introduce legislation this ...
Nick Harper: US correspondent on the technological glitches that impacted Elon Musk's interview with Trump
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk's virtual interview with Donald Trump today was overshadowed by a technical glitch. The X (formerly Twitter) owner teased the interview as u...
Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on the forensic pathologist who examined Pauline Hanna's body giving evidence at Polkinghorne murder trial
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The pathologist who did Pauline Hanna's autopsy has taken the stand in Phillip Polkinghorne's murder trial. The Auckland eye doctor is accused of kill...
Mike Fuge: Contact Energy CEO on Methanex temporarily shutting down New Zealand operations
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's praise for a deal to free up gas to help keep the country's lights on. The nation's biggest gas user, Methanex, will shut down Kiwi operations...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government overturning a ban on genetic technology
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says it's overturning a nearly-30 year ban on genetic technology to bring us up to speed with the rest of the world. Science Minister J...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the fatal helicopter crash in Far North Queensland
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Investigations are continuing into yesterday's fatal helicopter crash in Far North Queensland. The DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Cairns was evacuated ...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Shaun Johnson returning to the Warriors for Sea Eagles clash
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson's recovered from his hamstring injury and will return for their NRL encounter against the Sea Eagles in Manly on Frida...
Julia Davidson: Wellington Girls' College principal on the school closing because of potential quake risk
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Wellington high school has been forced to close after a shock finding revealed 13 classrooms are earthquake prone. Wellington Girls' College claims ...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on wildfires in Greece forcing residents to evacuate
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of residents are being evacuated from their homes as a large wildfire continues to rage north of Athens, with flames leaping as high as 25m....
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on markets pricing in rate cuts ahead of OCR update
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank is set to make a call on the Official Cash Rate this week, and experts are feeling hopeful. While economists are divided on the outco...
Matt Duder: EBoss managing director on the new data showing significant percentage of builders have grim outlook for the year
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly three-quarters of builders think the industry is in for another tough financial year, according to new data. 650 Kiwi builders were consulted...
Full Show Podcast: 12 August 2024
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 12 August 2024, the Government is getting tougher on beneficiaries. Social Develop...
The Huddle: What were our favourite Olympic moments?
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle - Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani and Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of t...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister hopes to address competition issues in the banking sector
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister is open to all options when it comes to increasing competitiveness in the banking sector. The Commerce Commission is expected to ...
Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister hits back at Police Association over firearms reform
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee says the Police Association won't be left out of consultation on the firearms registry. Association President ...
Mitch Lowe: event promoter launches Wiggles-themed dance festival
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Famed Australian children's band, The Wiggles, will be headlining an upcoming dance festival for kids this summer. Anthony, John, Tsehay and DJ Doroth...
Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on Pauline Hanna's niece delivering testimony in Polkinghorne murder trial
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Week three of Phillip Polkinghorne's murder trial has kicked off with testimony from Pauline Hanna's niece. The Auckland eye doctor's accused of murde...
Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on the new sanctions for people on the Jobseeker benefit
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Social Development Minister says new sanctions will give beneficiaries less choice for spending money. The Government is ramping up obligations fo...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Prime Minister Chris Luxon shooting down Olympic victory parade
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Luxon has congratulated the Kiwi athletes after a record-shattering Olympic Games - but claimed hosting a victory parade would be diffi...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the ongoing investigations into Queensland helicopter crash
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Investigations are under way in Cairns into whether a helicopter that crashed into a hotel in the middle of the night was stolen. The pilot died after...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks' shock 38-30 loss to Argentina
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The All Blacks are hoping to bounce back this weekend following their recent 38-30 loss to Argentina. The team has completed their usual Monday review...
Andrew Little: former Defence Minister voices support for New Zealand getting involved with AUKUS
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A former Labour leader's broken ranks with his Party, in supporting AUKUS pillar two. Former Defence Minister Andrew Little has claimed the current Go...
Troy Stade: Maritime Lawyer on the Aratere crashing into a dock in Wellington
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another problem for Aratere. The Interislander ferry's expected to be out of action for a few days after crashing into the dock in Wellington. Mor...
Sports Huddle: The C2 500m trick, Imane Khelif, and the legacy of the Paris Olympics
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Sports Huddle Heather was joined by Sports Commentators Nicky Styris and Jim Kayes too look at some of the stories coming out of the Olym...
Wayne Brown: Auckland Mayor explains why he wants control of Auckland Transport back in the council's hands
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The knives appear to be out for Auckland Transport. Wayne Brown's putting forward a proposal to strip AT of its policymaking functions and have elec...
Full Show Podcast: 9 August 2024
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 9 August 2024, Pan Pac Managing Director Tony Clifford explains why sky-high electr...
Ian Ferguson: Former Canoeist and Olympian on the quality of the medals at the Paris Olympics
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year’s Olympic medals don’t seem to be up to standard. A US Olympic skateboarder has criticised the quality of his bronze medal after it be...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: There has to be a limit to funding Christchurch's Cathedral
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nicola Willis has made the right call to not give any more taxpayer money to the Christ Church Cathedral rebuild. It’s tough call. It's got conseq...
Barry Soper: ZB Senior Political Correspondent on politician's responses to the sky-high electricity prices and energy crisis
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Soaring energy prices have been a topic of conversation at the moment as multiple mills are at risk of shutting up shop. Regional Development Minist...
Tim Scandrett: Christchurch City Councillor on the future of the Christ Church Cathedral
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Christchurch city councillor says there could be options to come to a deal regarding the rebuild of Christ Church Cathedral. Its future's in doub...
Tony Clifford: Pan Pac Forest Products Managing Director on the impact of high electricity costs on their their export pulp production
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pan Pac Forest Products says part of its operations could be on hold for another two months. The Napier mill says a major spike in electricity pric...
Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Kamala Harris pulling ahead of Donald Trump in the polls
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The polls are pointed in Kamala Harris’ favour. The Democratic candidate has taken an eight-point lead over the Republican’s Donald Trump, and w...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk Host on the potential reasons why the All Blacks v Argentina match hasn't sold out
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The All Blacks are opening the Rugby Championship this Saturday evening. They’re facing off against Argentina in Wellington’s Sky Stadium, and t...
Arunima Dhingra: NZ Association for Migration and Investment chair on the impact of international visa price hikes on migrant workers
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Warnings that price hikes for international visas could chill the workforce. The Government is increasing costs across almost all categories from O...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the riots unfolding across the UK
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The UK is still rife with unrest, over a week since the fatal stabbing of three girls in a Southport dance class. Far-right protests were sparked from...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the state of the market after a turbulent week
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a turbulent week for financial markets - have things bounced back? Japan's stocks have rebounded after their crash, but there's mixed results ...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the veteran Scottish sheep shearer who beat a world record
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A veteran Scottish shearer who is the only woman to qualify in the top 30 at the Golden Shears in Masterton has shattered a world record set by New Ze...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on ASB predicting OCR will cut rates next week
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ASB has made a surprise call ahead of next week's OCR announcement. The bank is predicting the Reserve Bank will cut rates in the coming days - a soon...
Full Show Podcast: 8 August 2024
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 8 August 2024, the Aratere Interislander ferry has crashed again! Minister Simeo...
The Huddle: Do our teachers need to be better educated?
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Matt Heath from Radio Hauraki joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and m...
Greg Smith: Devon Funds Head of Retail on Allbirds posting a multi-million dollar net loss
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's bad news for a former darling of the footwear world. Kiwi shoe company Allbirds, co-founded by former All White Tim Brown, has posted a net lo...
Diane Calvert: Wellington City Councillor among those that walked out during contentious roadworks meeting
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three Wellington City Councillors walked out of a meeting this afternoon - around contentious roadworks on Thorndon Quay. The council agreed to reduce...
Rosina Merry: Teacher Education Forum executive chair on the Government's new teacher training requirements
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's concerns from experts that new teacher training requirements will exacerbate workforce shortages. The Government's action plan includes teache...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Minister Paul Goldsmith removing Māori greetings from Matariki invitation
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister has brushed off his faux pas yesterday, when he seemed to be taking a crack at Australians. Minister Paul Goldsmith was being quest...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Qantas slashing former CEO's exit paycheck
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian airline Qantas has slashed former CEO Alan Joyce's exit package, following a stint of costly scandals and legal cases. The $21.4m payout Jo...
Simeon Brown: Energy Minister blames Labour's gas exploration ban for low power supply
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Energy Minister says rising power costs are because of low supply. Heavy business users have warned spiking prices threaten their viability - incl...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the Olympic K4 500m event
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwi Kayakers Max Brown and Grant Clancy are coping well with the controversy of them competing in the canoeing pair event at the Olympic Games. The d...
Karen Chhour: Children's Minister outlines new priorities for Oranga Tamariki
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Children's Minister has set out five new reporting instructions for Oranga Tamariki going forward. How the ministry is performing across these n...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Government doesn't need a petty issue around race relations
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Inevitably, the Aussies have picked up on the slur from Chris Luxon, where he said when talking to Aussies - it pays to be ‘incredibly simple’. An...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the increase in planned far-right gatherings across the region
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
UK police believe there are at least 30 potential far right gatherings planned tonight. So far in the week’s unrest, 400 arrests have been made and ...
Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management analyst on Uber's shares going up by 11 percent
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rideshare giant Uber has reported its second quarter result - and shares were up +11 percent. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company is in a position ...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the widespread payroll issue impacting 40,000 McDonald’s staff
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Around 40,000 McDonald’s staff are likely to be compensated, as the fast-food chain corrects a widespread payroll issue dating back 15 years. McDona...
Joe Gallagher: E tū Union negotiation specialist on the proposed closure of major Auckland pulp mill
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's belief a major Auckland pulp mill proposing closure could be the first of many. Oji Fibre Solutions is consulting with its 75 Penrose staff, c...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Debbie Ngarewa-Packer's controversial comments
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie Ngarewa-Packer has raised a few eyebrows following her controversial comments in the House. She's accused the ACT Party of grooming the Prime M...
Full Show Podcast: 7 August 2024
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 7 August 2024, the Polkinghorne trial has turned to Philip Polkinghorne's relat...
The Huddle: Are we being too hard on the C2 500 crew?
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayer's Union and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about...
Ben McNulty: Wellington Councillor on the future of the Johnsonville Shopping Centre
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington Council is hoping to force the redevelopment of the the infamous Johnsonville Shopping Centre after years of inaction. It's been two decade...
Neil Holdom: New Plymouth mayor responds to Murray Chong feeling threatened ahead of Māori ward vote
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Plymouth's mayor says threats against councillors aren't uncommon. Councillor Murray Chong abstained from voting on Māori wards yesterday - sayin...
Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist on the unemployment rate reaching 4.6 percent
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwibank's Chief Economist says unemployment will rise for another year. Stats NZ figures out today show unemployment jumped to 4.6 percent in the Jun...
Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on the eighth day of Phillip Polkinghorne's murder trial
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A court has heard Phillip Polkinghorne's police interview on day eight of his trial. The Auckland eye doctor is accused of murdering his wife, Pauline...
Greg Adlam: Canoe Racing NZ chair defends decision to send rookie C2 500m to Paris after infamous race
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Canoe Racing New Zealand are defending a situation which has drawn the ire of some fans at the Paris Olympics. The crew finished significantly later t...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Kamala Harris choosing Tim Walz as her Vice President
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has found her running mate - bringing out Governor Tim Walz at a Philadelphia rally. Walz addressed a ch...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Canoe Racing New Zealand defending their Olympic qualification progress
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Canoe Racing New Zealand is defending a pragmatic decision in their Olympic qualification process. Kayakers Max Brown and Grant Clancy have been force...
Peter Boshier and James Bentley: Chief Ombudsman and St Peters principal on two NZ schools drawing in complaints from parents
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Chief Ombudsman is urging school boards to take accountability for decisions. Peter Boshier has made his case notes public relating to his recomme...
Vincent McAviney: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer clashing with Elon Musk over 'civil war' comments
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has hit back at Elon Musk over claims that a 'civil war' may break out in the UK. On a video of rioters setting off firewo...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Australian Reserve Bank keeping the OCR in place
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's Reserve Bank has taken on a grim tone with today's OCR update - and warned rate cuts aren't on the horizon. The Bank considered hiking rat...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the increase in banks dropping their interest rates
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three major New Zealand banks have slashed their rates ahead of next week's OCR review. Both Kiwibank and BNZ have urged the Reserve Bank to cut the c...
Full Show Podcast: 6 August 2024
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 6 August 2024, Health NZ's Richard Sullivan explains the u-turn to give some canc...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host ahead of tonight's GDT auction (1)
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's another crucial Global Dairy Trade auction taking place tonight as a new season kicks into gear. Rabobank analyst Emma Higgins has predicted W...
The Huddle: Do schools need less art and more maths?
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Toby Manhire from The Spinoff joined in on a discussion about the following...
Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the possibility of two mills in Ohakune being closed
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones is calling the possibility two mills could close - 'hideous' - with the loss of 300 jobs. Winstone's says balloo...
Tony Caughey: Smith & Caughey’s chair on the company being saved from 2025 closure
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Historic Auckland department store Smith & Caughey’s is living to fight another day. The 144 year old business announced in May it would close n...
Greig Wilson: Courtenay Place business owner on the pitch for a New Year’s Eve festival in Wellington street
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Business owners in Wellington’s Courtenay Place hope to boost the area's image with a New Year’s Eve street festival. 35 businesses have come toge...
Matt Goodson: Salt Funds Management expert on global markets stabilising after this morning's announcement
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Japanese market is clawing its way back, after an epic tumble overnight. Its Nikkei had a historic one-day drop - the first in a volatile chain of...
Richard Sullivan: Health NZ Chief Clinical Officer on the organisation doing a u-turn on Keytruda access
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Health New Zealand has explained a U-turn to give a small group of cancer patients early access to Keytruda treatment. It had earlier said it would wa...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Speaker Gerry Brownlee issuing a warning to MPs
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Speaker Gerry Brownlee is warning MPs against bad behaviour after last week's drama in the House. ACT clashed with the Speaker over wearing party-logo...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Australian Reserve Bank moving to keep the OCR on hold
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian Reserve Bank has moved to leave rates on hold at 4.35 percent. Figures from the June quarter showed inflation has stayed in line with m...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Shaun Johnson announcing his retirement from rugby league
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Warriors star Shaun Johnson has announced his retirement after 14 years are the top level. The halfback will conclude his NRL and international career...
Kathryn Berkett: educational psychologist on the behavioural impacts of too much screen time
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One neuroscience expert claims Kiwi kids who spend too much time on their devices have developed behaviours that mimic ADHD. This comes as teachers ...
Full Show Podcast: 5 August 2024
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 5 August 2024, terrorism expert Greg Barton speaks with Heather after Australia ra...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister talks options for making Kiwibank a bigger player in banking sector
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nicola Willis appears intent on making Kiwibank a bigger player in the banking sector The Finance Minister told the National Party's annual conference...
David Seymour: ACT Leader responds to Sir John Key's criticism of Treaty Principles Bill
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Act's leader's standing by his controversial Treaty Principles Bill, under criticism from Sir John Key. At National's conference in the weekend, the f...
Andrew Hoggard: Food Safety Minister on govt opting out of changes to infant formula rules
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has come down in favour of dairy companies - opting out of an international infant formula proposal. Rules designed by Food Standards A...
Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa on Health NZ blocking early access to cancer drug Keytruda
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Belief a controversial Health New Zealand decision on cancer drug funding - will shorten lives. Pharmac's giving free access to Keytruda for five type...
Full Show Podcast: 2 August 2024
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 2 August 2024, Lead Coordination Minister Judith Collins talks about the Governmen...
Kay Oliver: Southport stabbing - suspect in England knife attack named, charged
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A judge has allowed the identity of Axel Rudakubana to be reported as the 17-year-old was charged with the murder of three young girls in a knife at...
Peter Lewis: Asia Business correspodent on Giorgia Meloni offering to be a mediator between the EU and China
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has offered herself up to be a mediator between the EU and China, after her visit to Beijing. The relationship...
Anne Gibson: NZ Herald Property Editor on Du Val Group put into interim receivership after FMA application
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland apartment developer has been put into interim receivership by the High Court. Du Val Capital Partners and other Du Val Group companies w...
Sports Huddle: Olympic heroes, Athletics, Rob Penney
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk ZB Sports readers Andrew Alderson and Nick Bewley joined Andrew Dickens on the Sports Huddle. The first week of the Olympics has wrapped up...
Dr Chris Wakeman: Trauma surgeon on warnings speed limit increases will lead to more deaths, injuries and traffic
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The New Zealand Trauma Surgeons Committee believe the Government’s plan to increase speed limits will ultimately lead to more deaths, injuries and t...
Andrew Dickens: Public services looks to be the common factor in our recent woes
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great news for the ski fields. Winter has finally decided to do its thing and snow is dumping. And the wild and wooly weather arrived in the week w...
Barbara Kendall: Former Olympic sailor on medal chances in sailing action in Paris
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More chances of medals tonight in the Paris games – this time in sailing. Isaac McHardie and Will McKenzie are competing in the medal race for the...
Diane Calvert: Wellington City Councillor says prize money for better cycleway ideas is a bonkers idea
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Wellington City councillor isn't a fan of her Council's competition - hoping to get inspiration on cycleways. It's offered an $8500 prize pool fo...
Judith Collins: Christchurch Mosque Attack Inquiry Lead Coordination Minister says hate speech law recommendation would breach right to free speech
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Judith Collins says amending hate speech laws in light of the Christchurch mosque attacks would breach the right to free speech. The Government's of...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB Senior Political Correspondent on the Government concluding its response to the Christchurch Mosque Attack Inquiry
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has officially concluded its coordinated cross-government response to the Royal Commission of the Inquiry into the Christchurch Mosque ...
Dan Mitchinson: Three freed Americans back on US soil after historic prisoner swap with Russia
02 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, former US Marine Paul Whelan and Russian-American journalist Alsu Kurmasheva have landed in the U...