Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Aimee Whiley: Motor Industry Association CEO on five months of dropping sales
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the fifth straight month of slow new car sales, and it’s likely for more dealers to close. This comes after the Government removed the Clea...
Jack Tame: We need a broad, transparent inquiry into allegations against Te Pāti Māori
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A fascinating interview on the Mike Hosking breakfast this morning, with the lawyer acting on behalf of former workers at Auckland's Manurewa marae, w...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the cyber attack impacting major London hospitals
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Several major hospitals in London have been impacted by a cyber attack - which led to operations being cancelled and emergency patients being diverted...
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Tiwai Point locking in a 20-year deal
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A 20-year deal with Southland's Tiwai Aluminium Smelter could be good news for everyday New Zealanders. The agreement signed by Meridian, Mercury, Con...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's tax take surpassing expectations
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's tax take has surpassed Treasury’s expectations for the first time in a while. This positive result was found to have come from effo...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Kiwirail building parts for mega ferries before contract was cancelled
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Parts of the new Cook Strait mega ferries had already been built and tested, before the contract for the ships was canned. The Government announced la...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the start of Hunter Biden's federal gun trial
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another historic criminal prosecution in the US begins as Hunter Biden faces federal gun charges. The jury's been sworn in for the trial of Joe Biden'...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on former Phoenix goalkeeper Alex Paulsen signing on to Bournemouth
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Phoenix goalkeeper Alex Paulsen is set to move to English Premier League side Bournemouth. The 21-year-old has been offloaded from the Wellingt...
Full Show Podcast: 5 June 2024
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 5 June 2024, political commentator Bryce Edwards is calling for a coordinated i...
The Huddle: How can the Government fix inner-city crime?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the fo...
Scott Pritchard: Precinct Properties chief executive confirms move into residential property through proposed Auckland CBD project
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Precinct Properties plans to funnel over $300 million into housing in Auckland CBD. The company has announced it'll build student accommodation of 500...
Brooke van Velden: Workplace Relations and Safety Minister on the Government's plan to change the Holidays Act
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's drafting legislation to change the Holidays Act 2003, and will put it out for consultation in September. It'll include proposals to p...
Bryce Edwards: Political Commentator on the approach to the investigation into the Te Pāti Māori allegations
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a view the investigation of allegations against Te Pāti Māori should be more co-ordinated. It's been alleged that information collected...
Ian Wright: Queens Arcade property manager responds to Mark Mitchell's meeting to address Auckland CBD crime
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A business owner in Auckland's CBD says locals need to back the police. Police Minister Mark Mitchell led a public meeting to address increased crime ...
Larry Fallowfield: Motor Trade Association spokesperson on the Toyota Aqua's insurance costs going up amid increased theft
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The country's most stolen car - the Toyota Aqua - is now costing some as much as $3,000 a year to insure. Motor Trade Association spokesperson, Larry ...
Peter Thompson: Barfoot & Thompson managing director on May property demand soaring to highest level since 2021
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland's largest real estate agency experienced a significant boost last month. Barfoot & Thompson's property sales for May were up 30 percent o...
David Seymour: Minister for Regulation on the upcoming sector review for early childhood education
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The new Ministry for Regulation has announced a review of the early childhood education sector. The minister in charge, David Seymour, says affordabil...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Our crime problems won't be fixed overnight
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I was very interested in that Auckland Central crime meeting with the Police Minister last night. If it wasn’t that the thing was scheduled for 6:3...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Nigel Farage announcing bid to stand as MP
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brexit champion Nigel Farage is making a comeback, dealing another blow to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Farage is standing as an MP, and will lead t...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the rural King's Birthday Honours recipients
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Country's Jamie Mackay is celebrating a royal honour. Mackay was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to broadcasting an...
Stuart Davison: dairy insights consultant on Synlait confirming over 200 suppliers plan to leave
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling dairy processor Synlait has confirmed a significant majority of its farmer suppliers want to leave. The Canterbury-based organisation told ...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government promising to fund the cancer treatments left out of 2024 Budget
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has made a u-turn and promised to fund the cancer treatments that were left off last week's Budget. During last year's election campaig...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Australia's Defence Force amping up efforts to recruit Kiwi workers
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's Defence Force is eyeing up New Zealanders to bolster its military. From July, Kiwis who have lived in Australia for 12 months can apply to...
Full Show Podcast: 4 June 2024
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 4 June 2024, the Government is promising that it will make a decision on funding ...
The Huddle: Can the Government deliver on their promised cancer drugs?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster David Farrar and Hauraki host and author Matt Heath joined in on a discussion about the...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister says Government is still committed to delivering promised cancer drugs
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister promises there's been no change of mind when it comes to delivering on the promised cancer drugs. The Government campaigned on ...
Andrew Galloway: Alcohol Healthwatch executive director agrees with Andrew Coster's plan to regulate alcohol
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster wants tighter alcohol regulation. RNZ has obtained documents under the Official Information Act showing police estim...
Anna Martin: parenting expert warns kids and young people will find a way to use social media even with new age limits
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One parenting expert warns increased age limits on social media won't stop kids from being harmed by the platforms. A new Guardian Essential poll reve...
Wayne Mapp: former Defence Minister on Australia ramping up efforts to recruit Kiwis
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A change to defence recruitment in Australia is likely to put more heat on New Zealand's Defence Minister. In July, its Government will let Kiwis who ...
Dr Chris Jackson: Otago University Cancer Medicine Professor believes Government should aim for best cancer drugs available
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An expert says the Government should aim for the best drugs available, not be tied to an old list. National pledged to fund 13 cancer drugs during the...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: There's a strong case for regulating social media for kids
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm fascinated by the fact that around the world, there seems to be a growing acceptance from parents that we have got to limit kids’ access to soc...
Jazz Thornton: Influencer and mental health advocate calls for harsher legal penalties for stalkers
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Famed Kiwi influencer and mental health advocate Jazz Thornton is calling for a law change to make stalking illegal. She's recently revealed she'd bee...
Full Show Podcast: 31 May 2024
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 31 May 2024, a shock conviction for Donald Trump! Republican strategist and former...
Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the condition of Slovakian Prime Minster Robert Fico
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has been moved from hospital, two weeks after being seriously wounded in an assassination attempt. Fico has ser...
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on tax cuts and crown expenses
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's Budget centrepiece has passed in the House - and tax cuts will become law. By shifting income tax brackets, it will give earners e...
Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO talks the benefits of an 'Eden Park 2.0'
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eden Park hopes to be Auckland’s frugal stadium option. Proposals for ‘Eden Park 2.0’ and a brand-new stadium at Quay Park will undergo a fea...
Shane Jones: Regional Development Minister on the budget's new regional development fund
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's another $1.2 billion for the Regional Infrastructure Fund - to support regional economies. It’s also allocating $2.7-billion package for r...
Sharee Carey: Southland Business Chamber CEO on Tiwai Point's new 20 year contract
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Local businesses are thrilled a 20-year deal's been struck with the Tiwai Point Aluminum Smelter. The deal was signed with three energy companies - ...
Michael Wood: E tū Negotiator on TVNZ's rejected appeal
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Employment Court has rejected an appeal by state broadcaster TVNZ, over how it handled staff job cuts. E tū union alleged the broadcaster hadn'...
Scott Jennings: Republican Commentator and former advisor to George W. Bush on Trump's guilty verdict
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump has been found guilty on 34 counts of falsifying business records to conceal a hush-money payment to former porn star, Stormy Daniels. ...
Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Labour's comments on government tax cuts
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Labour Party has suggested its supporters donate their tax cuts. The request was sent in an email by party secretary Rob Salmond - stating, "Yo...
Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Trump's guilty verdict
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump has been found guilty of falsifying business records to conceal a hush-money payment to former porn star, Stormy Daniels. Trump has bee...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Tiwai Point - not a sexy subject, but I'm glad they're back
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We got a rare bit of good economic news today hearing that Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter is committed to staying here for at least another 20 years. ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on homeless families being removed from Edinburgh to make way for Taylor Swift fans
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A number of homeless people have been removed from Edinburgh to make way for tourists ahead of Taylor Swift's tour. Taylor Swift is set to perform in ...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Walmart, Target and Amazon introducing store-wide price cuts
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the US, a slew of big-box retailers have slashed prices across their stores. Walmart, Target and Amazon are among the big names bringing down ...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large unpacks the 2024 Budget
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One expert says the 2024 Budget was never going to be transformational, amid everything working against it. The Government unveiled their Budget today...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Winston Peters calling for changes to Australia's deportation policy
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Foreign Minister Winston Peters is seeking urgent talks, as the Australian Government considers making changes to its deportation policy. Peters says ...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the final verdict in NZ Rugby's governance debate
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A call for unity from both sides of the New Zealand Rugby governance divide. The special general meeting ballot saw proposal 2 passed, meaning three o...
The Huddle: First impressions of the 2024 Budget
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Josie Pagani from Child Fund and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of ...
Full Show Podcast: 30 May 2024
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 30 May 2024, a special Budget Day edition from Parliament. Finance Minister N...
David Seymour: Associate Finance Minister says ACT would have preferred to cut more in the 2024 Budget
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Associate Finance Minister David Seymour was very vocal that ACT would have cut more in the 2024 Budget. Government spending is still set to continue ...
Rowena Duncum: Provincial unions spokesperson on the aftermath of the NZ Rugby governance vote
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The provincial unions believe the heart of rugby has been secured with the New Zealand Rugby governance vote going their way. A bid for fully indepe...
Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the mass protests happening around the country on Budget Day
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No arrests or issues of note for police at today's mass protests. Streets in towns and cities across the country were filled with the sounds of chanti...
Chris Hipkins: Labour leader hits out at the opposition's Budget release
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No praise from opposition leader Chris Hipkins, who claims this budget will only take New Zealand backwards. The Labour Party has unleashed a torrent ...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister explains restrained approach behind tax package
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister admits the Budget could have gone further on tax cuts, but it wouldn't have been responsible. Today's documents included the Gove...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the release of Budget 2024
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk ZB's Barry Soper says the 2024 Budget's unsurprising, as everyone was prepared for tax cuts. Although, he says it's more like attacking an un...
Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Advocacy Aotearoa spokesperson 'disappointed' 2024 Budget won't cover promised cancer drugs
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There was no room in today's Budget to fund the cancer drugs National promised during the election campaign. Patient Advocacy Aotearoa's Malcolm Mulho...
Robin Oliver: Principal of OliverShaw Tax Advisors says tax brackets haven't been moved enough in Budget 2024
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Changes to tax thresholds will help deliver tax relief to three and a half million people from the end of July. Tax expert Robin Oliver says the brack...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on three police officers getting injured at a pro-Palestinian protest in Westminster
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Three police officers have been injured during a demonstration in Westminster organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign and other groups. One off...
Natasha Hamilton-Hart: Auckland University professor on the university's draft policy concerning academic freedom and freedom of expression
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland University has released a draft policy regarding academic freedom and freedom of expression. As written, the policy will enable the universit...
Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on Mainfreight's financial performance
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Global logistics company Mainfreight is still meeting investor expectations, despite suffering drops in profit. It's been revealed the company posted ...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank governor upping the ante against the major banks
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr has stepped up his verbal war against the big four banks. It's been revealed Orr sent a letter using 'colourful' lang...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on House Speaker Gerry Brownlee backing Maureen Pugh's move to stop unplanned speech
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MPs are pushing back against the Speaker's ruling on the treatment of a Maori elder in House. Assistant Speaker Maureen Pugh demanded the Whakatohea k...
Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2024
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 29 May 2024, Te Kāhui Raraunga Chair, Rahui Papa unpacks the new Census data r...
The Huddle: Is the closure of Smith & Caughey's a sign of bigger economic problems?
29 May 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...
Miles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO explains the company's 'cautious' approach to upcoming dairy season
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
China's downturn and conflict in the Middle East remain front of mind for Fonterra. The dairy co-op is forecasting a Farmgate Milk Price midpoint of $...
Gerry Brownlee: Speaker of the House stands by decision to back Assistant Speaker Maureen Pugh
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Opposition parties are calling on Assistant Speaker Maureen Pugh to apologise for interrupting a rangatira in Parliament. Pugh faced backlash after ...
Letitia Harding: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation CEO on asthma hospitalisations dropping 20 percent over four years
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Asthma hospitalisations have fallen 20 percent in four years. Asthma affects one in eight New Zealanders - and more than 500,000 take medication for t...
Vhari McWha: Commerce Commission Commissioner on the predicted increase in electricity bills from new proposal
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Households can expect to pay an extra $15 per month for their power bills if a Commerce Commission proposal is confirmed. The commission regulates pri...
Tony Caughey: Smith and Caughey's chair on the 'tough' decision to close their Auckland department stores
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Flagship Auckland department store Smith and Caughey's will close down next year, after 144 years. This closure comes off the back of a 40 percent dro...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the possible outcomes of Trump's hush money trial
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Questions are being raised about the next steps after Donald Trump's hush money trial. After nearly five weeks, the prosecution and the defence have r...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Raymond Tuputupu of the Hurricanes being handed a suspension before playoffs
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hurricanes hooker Raymond Tuputupu has been handed a three-week suspension for a high shot on Chiefs lock Tupou Vaa'i in the win over the Chiefs. His ...
Rahui Papa: Te Kāhui Raraunga Chair on nearly one million people identifying as Māori in Census data
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Census data has revealed a surge in Kiwis identifying as Māori. Almost one million people says they're of Māori descent, up more than 12 percent on ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak denying he plans to move to California after an election defeat
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has denied the rumour that he plans to move to California if he loses the election. Ex-Tory Minister Zac Goldsmith had hint...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist predicts what people can expect from proposed tax cuts
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Budget 2024, there's concern the proposed tax cuts will contribute to existing inflationary pressures. The Government has confirmed they plan...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the possibility of the Reserve Bank introducing another rate hike
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank surprised economists by revealing they considered hiking the Official Cash Rate - and haven't ruled out further hikes either. Last we...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what the 2024 Budget has in store for farmers
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Budget 2024, the rural community is holding out hope for improvement. The Government has promised more tax cuts, but it's been hinted plenty ...
Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2024
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 28 May 2024, Warriors coach Cameron George voiced disapproval with Hamilton Boys ...
The Huddle: How else can we get tech giants to pay for news?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on the Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
Shay Peters: Robert Walters Recruitment Agency CEO on the research revealing 90 percent of employees would look for a new job if they couldn't work from home
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New research from recruitment experts shows 90 percent of white-collar employees would look for another job if they had to come back to the office mor...
Paul Goldsmith: Broadcasting Minister on the Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill being rejected by a select committee
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Broadcasting Minister is assuring a law change to help fund news media is still on the table. A select committee today recommended the Fair Digita...
Megan Dimozantos: Federated Mountain Clubs chief executive says many will be left disappointed after DoC website crash
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's been more problems for the Great Walks booking system. The Department of Conservation website crashed this morning - when 11,000 people tried ...
Lady Tureiti Moxon: National Urban Māori Authority chair defends proposed strike action on this week's Budget day
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Māori leaders are defending calls for workers to strike and to join anti-Government protests on this week's Budget day. Multiple hīkoi are planned ...
Christian Hawkesby: Reserve Bank Deputy Governor on the Bank bringing in debt-to-income ratios
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank has confirmed it will soon introduce debt-to-income ratios. From July, most owner-occupiers can't borrow more than six times their pr...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Te Pāti Māori encouraging people to go on strike on Thursday
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Te Pāti Māori have urged all Māori to go on strike on Thursday and participate in protest action across the country. The Toitū Te Tiriti National ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the expert panel delivering their advice to the Government to prevent violence against women
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A panel of experts is set to deliver their advice for preventing violence against women and children to the Australian Government. This comes as the G...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks being set to tour South Africa in 2026
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The traditional rugby tours between New Zealand and South Africa could be set for a comeback. Reports out of South Africa say the All Blacks are set t...
Cameron George: Warriors CEO responds to Hamilton Boys High School requesting students choose between first XV and league
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Warriors coach Cameron George has voiced disapproval with Hamilton Boys High School's approach to sport for their students. The school has told studen...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak doubling down on plans to bring back mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is standing up to ridicule over his plan to introduce mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds. Sunak claimed he would e...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator with her predictions for Budget 2024
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's a few days to go until Budget Day, and experts have outlined their predictions. The Government has promised tax cuts will come, but speculation l...
Mark Wilkshire: Co-operative Bank CEO on the company's 10 percent full-year profit rise
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of New Zealand's smallest banks has posted significant earnings amid a boost in customers and lending. The Co-operative Bank today reported a 10 p...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government outlining their 'tough choices' ahead of Budget 2024
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Luxon and Finance Minister Willis have fronted up to confirm the 2024 Budget will be more 'responsible' and 'careful' this time round. ...
Full Show Podcast: 27 May 2024
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 27 May 2024, senior doctors are warning that NZ's cancer service is at the brink o...
The Huddle: What do we expect from this week's Budget?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Chris Wikaira, director of BRG, joined in on a discussion about the following issues o...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister outlines Government priorities ahead of the 2024 Budget
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister says the current Government plans to exercise caution around spending ahead of Budget 2024. Thursday's Budget will still come wit...
Shane Henderson: Auckland stadium working group chair on the two stadium options set to be investigated
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Council has moved one step closer to determining the future of the city's stadiums. Quay Park and Eden Park 2.0 are in the running, as both w...
Hilary Souter: Advertising Standards Authority Chief Executive celebrates 50 years of complaints
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Advertising Standards Authority released its latest annual report today - celebrating 50 years of complaints from the public. The medium has grown...
Duncan Webb: Labour MP calls for action against Wilson Parking over their use of consumer data
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One Labour MP says Wilson Parking is abusing its rights - and wants the company's access to the personal information of customers revoked. Duncan Webb...
Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director on Regional Cancer Treatment Service being held back from recruiting needed staff
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Regional Cancer Treatment Service, caring for patients across the middle of the North Island, hasn't been allowed to recruit needed doctors. An in...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the push to strengthen gun laws following Floreat shooting
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The murder of a mother and daughter in Western Australia has pushed the region's Government to strengthen gun laws. On Friday afternoon, a man shot ...