Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Soumil Singh: 'NZ's smartest teen' on his new AI startup

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In 2016, NZ Herald ran the headline: ‘Is Soumil Singh New Zealand’s smartest teen?’   Singh was Hamilton Boys High School’s Dux – now he’...

Friday Sports Huddle: Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentators Paul Allison and Elliot Smith on Black Caps

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Sports Huddle this evening: Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentators Elliott Smith and Paul Allison.   The Black Caps lost to West Indies in Thursday’...

Cory Jane: Hurricanes Assistant Coach on Super Rugby playoffs

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Hurricanes will host The Chiefs tomorrow night for tomorrow’s semifinal at Sky Stadium.   Hurricanes Captain, Brad Shields, is one of only two ...

Andrew Slater: Health New Zealand Chief People Officer on recruitment freeze for non-frontline workers

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora has implemented a freeze on hiring for all non-frontline roles – to bring down spending.   This will include all ...

Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister on government's plan to change gun laws by 2026

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The government will change the Arms Act by 2026 - as part of its planned firearms reforms.  Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said New Zealan...

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on the 40th anniversary of Muldoon' snap election

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks 40 years since Robert Muldoon’s snap election – and Barry Soper recounts the former Prime Minister’s drunken media interview.   Sen...

Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on United States-Ukraine security agreement

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

President Joe Biden and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a 10-year security agreement on Thursday – stating it’s a milestone in re...

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport Host on the Super Rugby semifinals this weekend

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Blues face The Brumbies tonight at Eden Park, for The Super Rugby semifinal.   The Blues have already beaten Canberra team this season – a majo...

John Barnett: Former South Pacific Pictures Boss on whether the Film Commission is funding the right projects

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Taxpayers Union has said that the New Zealand Film Commission needs to stop giving out film subsidies – because they’re not good value.  Acco...

Heather du Plessis Allan: Roger Douglas is right - we have too much debt

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today is 40 years to the day since Rob Muldoon called the snap election.   Which then, of course, led to his defeat. Which then, of course, led to th...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Lucy Letby going on trial over attempted murder of additional newborn

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lucy Letby, convicted of murdering seven babies and trying to kill six others, has gone on trial accused of the attempted murder of another newborn in...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Apple's bid to enter the AI arms race

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Apple has made a plunge into the AI universe through its new offering: Apple Intelligence. The tech giant revealed how it planned to pair up with Open...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald Business editor-at-large on the Fitch ratings agency casting doubt on NZ's economy

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Fitch ratings agency is casting doubts on New Zealand's economic future. The agency is considering bringing down the nation's rating, amid concern...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chinese Premier Li Qiang arriving in Wellington

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says he has discussed issues important to New Zealand's interests with China's Premier, Li Qiang. The pair held high-level talks th...

Full Show Podcast: 13 June 2024

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 13 June 2024, China's Premier has touched down in NZ amongst new revelations of ...

The Huddle: Will Kevin Spacey get another acting job?

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Men's Health Week director Mark Sainsbury and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following i...

Louise Upston: Acting Minister for Women on the Government's new scheme to reduce the gender pay gap

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government aims to reduce the nation's gender pay gap through the development of a voluntary calculation tool. Current figures show the gap curren...

John Kidd: Enerlytica director on New Zealand's increased decline in gas energy supply

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The decline in gas supply has led to production cuts and a 99 percent increase in coal-generated electricity, according to MBIE. Methanex, New Zealand...

Bryan Waddle: cricket commentator on the Black Caps losing to the West Indies in Trinidad

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Black Caps' T20 World Cup campaign is in tatters after a 13-run loss to the West Indies in Trinidad, leaving their Super 8 hopes hanging by a thre...

Simeon Brown: Transport Minister on the Government reversing blanket speed limit reductions

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Speed limits around schools will become varied if proposed rule changes go ahead. The coalition Government is reversing speed limit reductions impleme...

Andrew Little: Former SIS Minister responds to allegations of CCP interference in New Zealand

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former SIS Minister Andrew Little says China's relationship with its diaspora community is often intense. Stuff has released a documentary covering al...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on former NRL star Jarryd Hayne potentially facing fourth trial

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prosecutors are debating whether to send former NRL star Jarryd Hayne to his fourth trial. Hayne spent a year behind bars after being convicted of sex...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps losing their T20 World Cup match against the West Indies

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Black Caps' chances of progressing to the Super 8 stage at the T20 World Cup are all-but over. Coming off a first-up drubbing by Afghanistan, New ...

Dr Michelle Reyers: Retirement Commission policy lead on the Commission calling for higher KiwiSaver default contribution rates

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Retirement Commissioner has released a list of proposed changes to improve the KiwiSaver scheme. The list suggested the default rate for KiwiSaver...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK economy flatlining in April

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New figures showed the UK economy experienced no growth in April. The region's GDP was flat for an entire month, off the back of a 0.4 percent bump in...

Michael Luke: Milford Asset Management expert on Tower Insurance increasing their profit expectations

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An optimistic update from Tower Insurance, as the company increased its profit expectations. This is the third projected profit upgrade for the compan...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the proposed inquiry into rural banking sector

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The top brass at the country’s banks, as well as their regulators, are due to be publicly questioned by politicians about the level of competition i...

Julie Haggie: Transparency International CEO responds to proposed lobbying guidelines

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An update concerning the proposed lobbying crackdown has been met with disappointment from transparency advocates. The Ministry of Justice revealed a ...

Full Show Podcast: 12 June 2024

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 12 June 2024, Richard McIntyre from Federated Farmers tells Heather just what t...

The Huddle: How can we keep skilled Kiwi workers in the country?

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Nick Leggett from Infrastructure New Zealand and ZB Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills joined in on a discussion about the fol...

Captain David Morgan: Air NZ Chief Operational Integrity and Safety Officer on the airline launching a new pilot training program

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The sky's the limit for aspiring pilots, as Air New Zealand launches their Mangōpare Pilot Cadetship scheme. The program is open to applications - an...

Andrew Slater: Health NZ Chief People Officer responds to staff pay controversy

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Health NZ is standing by its processes, despite upset over staff having to pay back money received in error. The Nurses' Union is raising concerns ove...

Michael Bradley: Australian lawyer on Australian NRL player Jarryd Hayne's rape convictions being quashed again

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prosecutors are considering a fourth trial after a former Australian NRL star's rape convictions have been quashed again. Jarryd Hayne has been releas...

Maryana Garcia: Waikato Herald reporter on the helicopter patrol and checkpoints being used to track down missing Marokopa man

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The police helicopter and checkpoints are being used in Marokopa in the search for Tom Phillips and his three children. Police announced an $80,000 re...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: St John's ambulance service is so broken

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Look, I have got the point where I personally think St John ambulance service is so broken that I'm not sure I would rely on it in an emergency anymo...

Richard McIntyre: Federated Farmers spokesperson on the Finance Minister's planned joint inquiry into rural banking

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rural communities are elated to see their repeated concerns being heard. The Finance Minister has asked the Finance and Expenditure and Primary Produc...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government calling for a rural banking inquiry

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Finance Minister Nicola Willis has asked the Finance and Expenditure and Primary Production Committees to lead a joint inquiry into banking. The inves...

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Hunter Biden being found guilty on three charges in Delaware gun trial

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The son of President Joe Biden has been found guilty in another new US legal first. Hunter Biden was found guilty of three offences - for lying about ...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps preparing for tomorrow's T20 World Cup clash with the West Indies

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Black Caps coach Gary Stead's hinted at tweaks - rather than wholesale changes - to their team for tomorrow's must-win T20 World Cup clash with the We...

Paul Spoonley: Massey University Sociologist on the uptick in skilled Kiwi workers leaving the country

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's a big worry at the number of skilled New Zealanders flowing out of the country. Latest figures from Stats NZ show more than 130,000 people lef...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak facing backlash for leaving D-day commemorations early

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has faced some scorn from leaders and the public over his actions at the D-day commemorations. Several world leaders and su...

Wayne Langford: Federated Farmers president on the Government moving agriculture from the Emissions Trading Scheme

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's move to scrap agriculture from the Emissions Trading Scheme has been welcomed by rural leaders. The newly-scrapped scheme would see f...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on the Government changing the Overseas Investment Act

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has has used the launch of a new build-to-rent facility in Auckland to announce new rules for the Overseas Investment Act. More money w...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the predicted mood for Fieldays 2024

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a big week for the rural community, as crowds flock to Waikato for Fieldays 2024. From June 12 to 15, people will gather at Mystery Creek for the...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the latest Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll result

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Opposition leader Chris Hipkins has overtaken the Prime Minister on net favourability, as support dropped for the coalition. A Taxpayers' Union-Curia ...

Full Show Podcast: 11 June 2024

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

​On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 11 June 2024, Detective Inspector Graham Pitkethley gives an update on his hom...

The Huddle: What do we think of He Waka Eke Noa's scrapping?

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about...

Mark Whiteside: RNZAF No. 5 Squadron Commanding Officer on the reported breaches of UNSC sanctions against North Korea

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Royal New Zealand Air Force has reported observing breaches of UNSC sanctions against North Korea during patrol missions. The P-8A Poseidon flew 1...

Jessica Walker: Consumer NZ campaign manager on the company launching a petition calling for banks to refund scam victims

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Consumer NZ is calling on banks to refund people targeted by scams. The watchdog launched a petition and campaign urging the Government and other agen...

Terry Collins: AA principal policy advisor on the Commerce Commission issuing warning to fuel companies over prices

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Commerce Commission says the delay in companies dropping the cost of petrol when company costs fall is costing Kiwi motorists $15 million a year. ...

Simon Watts: Climate Change Minister on the decision to stop farming being charged through Emissions Trading Scheme

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Climate Change Minister says plans to reduce agricultural emissions must be balanced with maintaining New Zealand's production. The Government pla...

Graham Pitkethley: Detective Inspector to reinvestigate previous injuries following Te Kūiti baby death

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A baby boy's previous injury will be re-investigated after he died on Saturday in Waikato's Te Kūiti. Police say 10-month-old Mustafa Ali had suffere...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Opposition leader Peter Dutton backing away from 2030 emissions target

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, Opposition leader Peter Dutton has confirmed the coalition will not set a 2030 emissions reduction target before the next election....

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson returning to take on Melbourne Storm

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Warriors halfback Shaun Johnson will make his return from a pectoral muscle injury in Saturday night's game against the Melbourne Storm. Coach Andrew ...

Andrew Saunders: Detective Inspector on authorities offering an $80,000 reward to find missing Marokopa man

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Authorities in Waikato have upped efforts to find the three children of missing Marokopa man Tom Phillips. An $80,000 reward has been posted for anyon...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Scrapping agriculture from the ETS is the right correction

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here’s some good news for farmers on the eve of Fieldays - they will not have to pay for their emissions.The Government's announced it’s taking ag...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on far-right parties gaining more power in the EU

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Far-right parties have rattled traditional powers in the European Union following recent parliamentary elections. French President Emmanuel Macron has...

Hamish McNicol: NBR co-editor on the Mowbray family taking the top spot in NBR's 2024 Rich List

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The owners of toy company Zuru have been named New Zealand's wealthiest people, the first change to the top spot in 20 years. This year's NBR Rich Lis...

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Chinese Premier Li Qiang visiting New Zealand for the first time in seven years

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Chris Luxon has revealed Chinese Premier Li Qiang will visit New Zealand later this week.  This will be the first significant visit by...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Public Service Commission investigating Te Pati Māori's alleged misuse of data

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has called on the Public Service Commission to investigate claims of misuse of election data. Te Pati Māori's been accused of copying ...

Full Show Podcast: 10 June 2024

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 10 June 2024, Trade Minister Todd McClay tells Heather the Chinese Premier Li Qian...

The Huddle: What do we think of Chinese Premier Li Qiang's upcoming visit?

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day ...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the significance of the planned independent inquiry into Te Pati Māori

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister says the planned independent inquiry into Te Pati Māori's data use is important for everyone. It's been alleged information coll...

Brent Thomas: House of Travel chief operating officer on Air New Zealand pausing flights between Auckland and New Caledonia

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand has stopped flights between Auckland and New Caledonia's Nouméa for the next few months. The airline will look to resume flights at t...

Martin Bosley: Kiwi restaurateur on the acceptable timeframe to stay at a café following Napier incident

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A debate about the unwritten rules of café etiquette has surfaced after an incident in Napier. Reporter Mark Story was asked to leave Napier café Sm...

Catherine Hutton: Open Justice reporter on the new updates in the Scott Watson trial

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new report into witness reliability in Scott Watson's second attempt before the Court of Appeal has been challenged by the Crown. Watson was found g...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Our gas is running out faster than we ever thought it would

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'm starting to get a little bit nervous about whether we are ever going to be able to attract overseas investors back into our oil and gas industry....

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on Chinese Premier Li Qiang visiting New Zealand this week

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister says it's important for the nation to strengthen its economic relationship with China. Earlier today, Prime Minister Luxon announce...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Peter Costello resigning as Nine Entertainment chair following alleged assault

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former federal treasurer and Nine Entertainment chair Peter Costello has resigned after he was accused of assaulting a journalist at Canberra airport....

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on whether the Black Caps can turn their performance around?

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Black Caps are in a tough spot following their disappointing start to the T20 World Cup. The team have entered must-win territory ahead of game tw...

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive on the lack of overseas interest in NZ's oil and gas output

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has claimed oil and gas exploration is necessary to address energy security issues - but it's unlikely to attract overseas investors. R...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 7 June 2024, Australia has gone back on its word and will re-start deporting Kiwi ...

Joseph Tully: Criminal Defence Lawyer on the real life Martha suing Netflix

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The woman who claims to be the inspiration behind Netflix’s Baby Reindeer is suing them for at least NZ$274m.  Scottish woman Fiona Harvey first a...

Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on predictions for the upcoming European Parliament Election

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The European Union Election runs Thursday to Sunday. They're held every five years across the 27-member bloc. This year marks the 10th parliamentary e...

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Narendra Modi losing outright majority

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Narendra Modi’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 240 seats in the 543-member lower house of parliament – not enough to form a government.  ...

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent wraps the political week, discusses developments on Te Pāti Māori allegations

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Te Pāti Māori is asking Police to lead an urgent investigation of allegations made against the Party.   It denies claims Census information collect...

Sharon Zollner: ANZ's Chief Economist on the bank's changed outlook on the official cash rate.

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The ANZ Bank has changed its official cash rate (OCR) forecast, now expecting the first cut to arrive in February, rather than May 2025.  Meanwhile, ...

The Huddle: Newshub Sports Presenter Andrew Gourdie and Oceania Football Federation Media Manager Matt Brown discuss Super Rugby Playoffs

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight, on the Sports Huddle with Andrew Gourdie & Matt Brown: The future of Super Rugby Playoffs  Newshub Sports Presenter Andrew Gourdie told ...

Dr Julia De Bres: Sociolinguist on NCEA exam which included deciphering memes

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a recent NCEA literacy exam, Year 10 students were asked to read four memes and discuss which two had the most similar underlying themes.  Socioli...

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on NZ-born criminals being deported to NZ

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's Immigration Minister Andrew Giles issued ‘Direction 110’ on Friday, which means non-citizens with violent criminal records can be depo...

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on David MacLeod's undisclosed political donations

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The police have been referred to an investigation into National MP for New Plymouth David MacLeod's failure to report $178,394 in donations.  MacLeod...

Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Hunter Biden's federal gun trial

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hunter Biden’s ex-girlfriend Hallie is testifying in his federal gun trial.  Hallie described to the court how she found a gun in his truck, his dr...

Helen Clark: Former Prime Minister and Head of UN Development Agency on Australian 501s and funding for Gaza

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand will make its annual payment of $1 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) as scheduled - Foreign Affairs Minister W...

Jason Pine: Best Sports Presenter 2024 on Super Rugby Quarter Finals

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend, the Fijian Drua will play the Blues at Eden Park in their second quarterfinal in a row.   Meanwhile, The Melbourne Rebels are closing ...

Dr Shilpan Patel: Neurology Registrar on calls to regulate nitrous oxide following rising hospitalisations

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An Auckland woman who can no longer move her legs after inhaling nitrous oxide - otherwise known as 'nangs' or 'laughing gas -  is urging the govern...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: We can't stop Australia deporting NZ-born criminals, but we can help them once they're here

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian change of heart on the 501s didn't last long did it, ay?  They flipped their position today. They've issued a new directive. Now, what...

Heather du Plessis Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 6 June 2024

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 6 June 2024, Transport Minister Simeon Brown details his $4 billion spend to fix ...

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Madeleine McCann case updates

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New information has been revealed about Christian Brueckner, the lead suspect in the long-running Madeleine McCann case.  German police have claimed ...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on forecast for official cash rate

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Infometrics predict the official cash rate (OCR) won’t move until February next year - rather than this November.  Non-tradeable inflation (inflati...

Jamie Mackay: The Country Host on rural male suicide rates

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

University of Otago research revealed last year that twice the number of under 30-year-olds living in rural areas die compared to those in cities.  I...

Liam Dann: NZ Business editor-at-large on dropping oil prices and its effect on NZ economy

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good news for motorists: the price of oil has gone down around 7 percent in the last week.  The Brent Crude oil price dropped below US$80 a barrel at...

Dan Huggins: BNZ Chief Executive on decision to keep branches open 5 days a week

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Bank of New Zealand is extending the opening hours of part-time branches.  The bank put an emphasis on call centres and digital services after cl...

The Huddle: Former Jacinda Ardern staffer Mike Munro and Maxim Institute Tim Wilson on funding for doctors

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On The Huddle: Health funding in this year’s budget  The government will fund $22m to train 25 more doctors each year through the existing medical ...

Shane Reti: Health Minister on funding for RAT tests and radiology

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The government will purchase an additional 9 million rapid antigen tests (RATs), extending freely available tests by three months.  Health Minister S...

Dr Brian Nguyen: University of Southern California Obstetrician-Gynaecologist on male birth control gel

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Male birth control may be on its way – in gel form.  It’s a hormonal gel that men rub on their shoulders, which has been developed at the Univers...

Jordan Williams: Taxpayers Union Executive Director on calls for Privacy Commissioner to investigate Te Pāti Māori allegations

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Te Pāti Māori is facing allegations that personal information collected by a Manurewa marae during Covid immunisations was used for political camp...

Simeon Brown: Transport Minister on the government's new pothole fund

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government will spend $4 billion over the next three years fixing and preventing potholes on state highways and local roads nationwide.   Auckla...

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on ease of access for x-rays in the regions

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is putting $30 million towards free and timely access to radiology services including X-rays, CT scans and ultrasounds across the count...

Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on the Australian government's case against X (formerly Twitter)

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's cyber safety regulator has dropped a case against Elon Musk-owned X (formerly Twitter) over the removal of videos of the stabbing of an As...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: SportsTalk host on Suaalii's red card in State of Origin

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has insisted his knockout tackle on Reece Walsh was an accident.   Suaalii apologised to the whole of New South Wales, after be...