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Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO denies involvement with Auckland FC-clad pitch invader

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland's A-League team hasn't played a match yet, but they've found themselves in the public eye. During Saturday's Phoenix game at Eden Park, a pit...

Geoffrey Miller: geopolitical analyst says Winston Peters can expect strong words from Chinese counterpart Wang Yi

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some strong words are expected behind closed doors from China's Foreign Minister. Wang Yi has been in talks with counterpart Winston Peters in Welling...

Chris Bishop: Housing Minister calls for crackdown on poorly-behaved social housing tenants

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Housing Minister claims social housing tenants misbehave because they know there won't be consequences. The Government's taking a harder line on K...

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the investigation surrounding the Auckland FC pitch invader

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sports fans are investigating the curious case of an Auckland FC jersey-clad pitch invader. As the Phoenix defeated Sydney FC 2-1 in their final home ...

Glynis Sandland: Whakarongorau chief executive defends shorter queue for Māori callers

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whakarongorau's chief executive is correcting perceptions that the organisation is biased towards one particular group. The telehealth organisation ha...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: We need to make sure politicians deliver on their promises

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

National is making noises that sound an awful lot like they might not deliver the full tax cuts in July like they promised. Finance Minster Nicola Wil...

Peter Lewis: Asia business commentator previews next week's Chinese Foreign Minister visit to NZ and Australia

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit New Zealand in the first meeting between the two countries since last year’s election.  Winston Peter...

Gavin Grey: Plane carrying the UK defence minister had its GPS jammed as it flew near Russian territory

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A plane carrying British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps had its satellite signal jammed as it flew near Russian territory, the government said Thurs...

Rod Oram: Business commentator on Wellington councillors voting to increase housing density

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wellington councillors have voted to increase housing density in the city.  It will also strip some housing character protections, and increase the a...

Alex Kersjes: Employment lawyer on prior case against Green MP Darleen Tana's husband

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More details continue to emerge about Green MP Darleen Tana’s husband and his bike business.  The Employment Relations Authority had already filed ...

Sports Huddle: Auckland FC, South Island Kea, test cricket wages

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s second A-League team has officially been unveiled.  Auckland FC will join the league from next season and will sport a black and blue...

Simon Watts: Revenue Minister on the threat of a hole in the Government's tax plan

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is facing the threat of a hole in its tax plan.  Its promised relief on the back-pocket is meant to be partially paid for with a levy ...

Ian Woolford: RBNZ Money and Cash Director says it'll be until at least 2025 before King Charles III is minted on coins

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Coin collectors and enthusiasts alike will have to wait a few years before they see King Charles lll on their legal tender coins.   In the new design...

Nathan Santesso: Migrant worker advocate claims Green MP Darleen Tana was aware of exploitation situation

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An advocate for the worker accusing Green MP Darleen Tana's husband of migrant exploitation claims the MP knew what was happening.   Tana's been stoo...

Barry Soper: Suspended Green MP Darleen Tana says she welcomes an investigation on allegations of migrant exploitation

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Suspended Green MP Darleen Tana says she intends to cooperate fully with an investigation after allegations emerged of migrant exploitation at her hu...

Dan Mitchinson: Former US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is interested in buying TikTok

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Thursday he’s assembling a team of investors to make a bid to buy TikTok.  This comes a day after th...

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on the Wellington Phoenix's final home game at Eden Park

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wellington Phoenix are set to play their final ever home game at Eden Park against Sydney FC this weekend. The Nix are unbeaten in 11 games at the...

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister says he backs high school in actions resulting from student protest

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour says he backs Freyberg High School in any actions resulting from a student protest against him.   The Associate Education Minister visi...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak facing pressure to return donation from controversial donor

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the UK, Rishi Sunak is facing pressure to return a multi-million dollar donation from a controversial supporter. Businessman Frank Hester has ...

The Huddle: Are we being too hard on Golriz Ghahraman?

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro and Nick Mills from ZB's Wellington Mornings joined in on a discussion about the follow...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the farming community's response to the suspension of Significant Natural Areas

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New changes to native land laws have been welcomed by New Zealand's farming community. The Government has suspended requirements for councils to map a...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on immigration figures continuing to soar

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The immigration boom is showing no signs of abating. Latest figures from Stats NZ show 133,800 more people entered the country than left in the year t...

Philip Gregan: NZ Wine Chief Executive on China ending tariffs on Australian wine exporters

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Relief in sight for Australian winemakers, as China proposes ending crippling tariffs in exchange for suspending a dispute lodged with the WTO. These ...

Mat Bolland: Air New Zealand Chief Corporate Affairs Officer open to the idea of an independent airfare monitoring system

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of Air New Zealand's higher-ups is in favour of establishing more transparency around airfares. The Airports Association is urging the Government ...

Jonathan Simes: Smash'd Em Pest Control Manager defends controversial sparrow culling at Point Chevalier's Daily Bread bakery

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One pest control expert is defending sparrow extermination in the name of 'health and safety'. Daily Bread's Point Chevalier branch in Auckland has fa...

David Moffett: former New Zealand Rugby boss on his second bid to establish a South Island NRL team

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former New Zealand Rugby boss David Moffett is heading a second bid for a South Island NRL league team. Moffett - who is also an ex-NRL chief executiv...

Adele Gautier: NZ Breast Cancer Foundation research manager says too many breast cancer victims are having 'unnecessary' mastectomies

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Too many of New Zealand’s breast cancer sufferers are having 'unnecessary' mastectomies, according to the Breast Cancer Foundation. New research fro...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: This is the consequence for Ghahraman's actions

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, after we talked about Golriz Ghahraman's guilty plea, I got a text from someone listening which said something along the lines of- we shou...

Billie Moore: Airports Association CEO calls for creation of independent airfare monitoring system

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing calls for more oversight of airfares as the cost of living bites. The Airports Association has attacked Air New Zealand’s pricing, a...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Labour Party's first retreat as Opposition

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Hipkins says his leadership is rock-solid, despite a series of bad polls for his party. The Labour leader and his MPs were in the Wairarapa toda...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Australian Workers Union calling for investigation following Ballarat worker death

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian Workers Union wants industrial manslaughter laws used, after a man was killed during a mine collapse near Ballarat. A 37-year-old's bod...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Auckland's new A-League team

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new dawn for the name of Auckland's A-League football team- and it's not the Black Knights. They'll be known as Auckland FC, with a primary colour o...

Nick Becker: Auckland FC CEO unveils Auckland's new A-League franchise

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's second team in football's A-League will be known as Auckland FC. The team's playing kit features an electric blue colour way and a shiel...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Harry and Meghan's team being accused of hypocrisy amid Princess Kate photo controversy

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Harry and Meghan's team are facing accusations of hypocrisy amid Kate Middleton's ongoing photo controversy. The Sussex's camp claimed the pair would ...

The Huddle: Is the Government 'low-balling' the police?

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, David Farrar from Kiwiblog and Curia and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the ...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on food price inflation dropping to lowest point since 2021

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's encouraging signs for food prices as the ongoing fight against inflation continues.  Stats NZ data for February shows overall food price infl...

Mark Riggall: Milford Asset Management portfolio manager recaps US inflation data

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation in the US is running hotter and faster than predicted, according to new data. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 3.2- a far cry from exp...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the backlash to proposed new deposit insurance scheme

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank and Treasury are designing a new deposit insurance scheme. However, Credit unions, building societies and finance companies have voic...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Mt. Ruapehu financial bailout

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's promising a further loan to Mount Ruapehu skifields, giving certainty to local operators and communities. Cabinet has agreed to provi...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Australia's rugby stats improving

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A piece in the Sydney Morning Herald has theorised Australia's rugby prowess could make a change for the better. The removal of controversial coach Ed...

Rod Duke: Briscoes Managing Director on the company's full year results

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Briscoes has managed to withstand strong economic headwinds and deliver a strong profit. The company announced a net profit after tax of $84.2 million...

Luuka Jones: canoe slalom veteran ahead of her fifth Olympic Games

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not even a bout of long Covid could stop canoe slalom veteran Luuka Jones from being selected for her fifth Olympic Games. The 35-year-old is off to P...

Shane Jones: Minister for Regional Development on the Government agreeing to final bailout for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Regional Development Minister says there isn't a 'cracker left' after the latest bailout for the Mount Ruapehu skifields. The Government has agree...

Michael Wood: E tū Negotiation Specialist labels TVNZ's 'top-down' approach 'dangerous' following widespread cuts

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The media union is calling on TVNZ to come to the table to discuss proposed widespread cuts. The state broadcaster has announced proposed cancellation...

Katie Harris: NZ Herald reporter says Golriz Ghahraman was quiet and solemn as she left court today

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Golriz Ghahraman had nothing to say to media as she left the Auckland District Court today. The former Green Party MP has pleaded guilty to four count...

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Donald Trump securing the Republican nomination for President

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump and Joe Biden will face off yet again in this year's race for the White House. Former US President Trump has secured the Republican nomin...

Angus Chambers: GenPro Chair doubtful training more pharmacists will boost vaccine rates

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A belief pharmacists being able to vaccinate children won't do much to vaccine rates. Health NZ and Pharmac will offer funded training to pharmacists ...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: We all know how this police pay negotiation is going to play out

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I think we all know how this police pay negotiation is going to play out, don't we? It's pretty obvious.  We don’t know how long it’s gonna take,...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the ongoing situation with Kate Middleton's infamous photo

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kensington Palace says it won't be re-issuing the unedited photo of Kate Middleton and her three kids after a photo-shop drama. The image was the firs...

The Huddle: Does the Ombudsmen Act 1975 need re-thinking?

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Auckland Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day-...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on sheep and beef farm profits potentially plummeting this financial year

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s mid-season update offers a grim warning for sheep and beef farmers. The report claims farm profits could drop 54 percent t...

Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on the Climate Change Commission's recommendations for future carbon auctions

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Climate Change Commission has recommended reducing the number of carbon credits ahead of future auctions. After a full year of failed auctions, th...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier being forced into retirement

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier's enforced retirement has sparked discussion about reforming an old law. The Ombudsmen Act 1975 states an Ombudsman must...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the proposed changes for Australia's aged care sector

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new Aged Care Taskforce Report has proposed some changes for Australia's aging population. The taskforce acknowledged more money was needed to fund ...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the rest of the Black Caps defending Daryl Mitchell

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Black Caps batter Daryl Mitchell has come under fire for his recent post-match comments. New Zealand is recovering after their 2-nil defeat by Austral...

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director on the uptick of 'corporate refugees' looking to own their own businesses

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Demand from aspiring business owners has shot up to record levels, according to new data. Enquiries are up 50 percent from last year, many coming from...

Leanne Geraghty: Air New Zealand chief customer and sales officer on the airline pausing flights between Auckland and Chicago

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand is suspending Auckland to Chicago services due to ongoing issues with the availability of serviceable Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engines u...

Sue Barker: charities law expert on the Wellsford Volunteer Fire Brigade being required to return Head Hunters donation

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Wellsford Volunteer Fire Brigade is expected to return a $2500 donation gifted by the local Head Hunters chapter. The infamous motorcycle gang's W...

Graeme Edgeler: electoral law expert and barrister on Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier being forced to retire

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Questions over whether the law forcing the retirement of Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier is fit-for-purpose in the 21st century. The near 50-year-old Om...

Mark Mitchell: Police Minister disagrees with police backlash to proposed pay increase

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Police Minister Mark Mitchell is determined to work out a solution to police pay concerns. Police staff have widely rejected the Government's latest p...

Ashok Poduval: former pilot and head of Massey University aviation school on the ongoing investigations into Latam mid-flight plunge

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A former pilot says the Latam plane plunging mid-air reminds him of a Qantas flight more than a decade ago. A number of people were thrown into the ro...

Chris Cahill: Police Association president on rejecting the Government's latest pay offer

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Police Association has slammed the Government's latest 'insulting' pay offer. Police staff have dubbed the four percent pay increase 'demoralising...

Heather Du Plessis-Allan: What happened yesterday is probably my worst nightmare (2)

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'll tell you what, what happened with that Latam flight yesterday is probably my worst nightmare. Weirdly, this has gotten worse since I've had a chi...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: What happened yesterday is probably my worst nightmare

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I'll tell you what, what happened with that Latam flight yesterday is probably my worst nightmare. Weirdly, this has gotten worse since I've had a chi...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on India establishing a Free Trade Agreement with four nations in Europe

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

India has established a Free Trade Agreement with four European nations. The nation will lift most tariffs for Switzerland, Iceland, Norway and Liecht...

The Huddle: What's going on with that Princess Kate photo?

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and broadcaster Paddy Gower joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the da...

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Freedom Furniture posting a multi-million dollar loss

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Freedom Furniture has posted a $9 million dollar loss, and is relying on Australian owner Greenlit Brands to support them financially. The furniture a...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government re-introducing interest deductibility for landlords

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is set to re-introduce interest deductibility for landlords this April. They'll also be able to claim 80 percent of interest expenses f...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the heatwave tearing through Australia over the weekend

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Records have been smashed as Australians swelter through a weekend autumn heatwave. Maximum temperatures in the heatwave-affected areas have been 10C ...

Paul Spain: tech commentator on TikTok potentially being banned in the United States

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the US, some proposed new legislation is putting TikTok back in the spotlight. The new bill would force the app's partner company ByteDance to...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister addresses the problems in New Zealand's media sector

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister says the Government's thinking about what to do about problems in the media sector. In the past few weeks there's been proposals ...

Andrew Alderson: cricket commentator on the Black Caps' loss to Australia at Hagley Oval

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia walked away with a series-winning victory over New Zealand at Christchurch's Hagley Oval. The Aussies chased 279 to win before tea on the fo...

Letitia Harding: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ Chief Executive on the vaping 'black market' for school kids

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A plea for the Government to wake up to the reality of vaping among young people. The Asthma and Respiratory Foundation says a 'black market' for vape...

Terry Bird: Professional Firefighters Union Auckland President on the concerns speed bumps could slow down fire trucks

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A reminder every second counts when it comes to the effort of fighting fires. Fire and Emergency New Zealand has criticised Auckland Transport for spe...

Chris Ship: ITV royal correspondent on the removal of newest Kate Middleton image amid manipulation concerns

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kensington Palace is refusing to comment on a new image of the Princess of Wales, after concerns it's been manipulated. The picture posted this mornin...

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Australia beating New Zealand by three wickets

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia has fought back from being five wickets down for just 80 runs to beat New Zealand by three wickets in the second test in Christchurch, takin...

Sean Mandell: entertainment correspondent on The Holdovers dodging bigger plagiarism controversy following the 96th Oscars

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There were concerns The Holdovers was going to win 'Best Original Screenplay' at today's 96th Academy Awards after plagiarism accusations. The award i...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: The royals have turbo-charged rumours about Kate Middleton's health

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the speculation around Kate Middleton's health was at a fever pitch last week, it is off the charts today because of the photo. This drama is very ...

Heath Milne: Development West Coast CEO on gold prices

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The price of gold has hit a record high, over $3,500 an ounce. Development West Coast CEO, Heath Milne, says this is great news as a number of gold mi...

Jo Davy: Gin company co-owner's fight with Mother Energy

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mothers Ruined Gin co-owner Jo Davy joins Heather to discuss their battle with energy drink giant, Energy Beverages LLC, who claim they own the word M...

Shane Reti: Health Minister talks new health targets

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Health Minister Shane Reti joins Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the governments newly announced health targets for 2024. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystud...

Dan Mitchinson: Correspondent on State of the Union address

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson joins Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss President Joe Biden's State of the Union address. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio...

Jodi O'Connell: TVNZ CEO on 'devastating' job cuts

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Television New Zealand (TVNZ) chief executive Jodi O’Donnell has told Newstalk ZB's Heather du Plessis-Allan she didn’t want to cut any shows, but...

Judith Collins: Tech Minister on her use of AI

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Judith Collins is using Chat-GPT to help her write her speeches.  She leads a group of MP's in Parliament trying to figure out how to responsibly use...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK police deploying undercover female officers to stop sexual harassment

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the UK, police in the Bradford area have deployed undercover female officers to crack down on sexual harassment. This is amid a 'concerning' e...

The Huddle: Was David Seymour out of line today?

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- a...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the petition to keep the live animal exports ban in place

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A petition urging the Government to keep the ban on live animal exports in place is gaining traction. Despite the Government promising to repeal the b...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on his new book BBQ Economics

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Financial journalism veteran Liam Dann aims to guide New Zealanders through the business world using familiar Kiwi terms. BBQ Economics examines every...

Jill Brinsdon: brand strategist explains the mysterious takeover of Temu

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chinese e-commerce firm Temu has been taking the world of online retail by storm. The retailer's 'shop like a billionaire' campaign reflects their too...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Judith Collins revealing gang patch ban against the Bill of Rights

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Attorney-General Judith Collins has concluded that the Government's move to ban gang patches is against the bill of rights. She tabled the advice in P...

Glenn Starr: Ventus Energy CEO hopes fast-tracked consents will lead to more windfarms and cheaper electricity

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's hope that the Government's plan to fast-track consents will speed up the production of independently created windfarms- eventually leading to ...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Reserve Bank of Australia potentially going too hard to reduce inflation

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing concern Australia's Reserve Bank may have gone too far to reduce inflation. The RBA infamously pushed the Official Cash Rate up 13 tim...

Troy Clarry: Hospitality New Zealand Accommodation Chair welcomes proposed changes to emergency housing

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The motel sector is welcoming the Government's new priority one emergency housing policies. Families with children living in emergency motels are bein...

Irene King: aviation commentator on Virgin Australia allowing pets on domestic flights

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cats and dogs will soon be allowed in the cabin of some Australian domestic flights. Virgin has announced plans to become Australia's first airline to...

Shane Jones: Minister for Regional Economic Development on the Government's fast-track approval scheme

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has promised bigger projects will be built faster and more cost-effectively under their fast-track approval scheme. This legislation, w...

Helen Clark: Former Prime Minister disapproves of trimming down TVNZ news show

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former Prime Minister Helen Clark says trimming TVNZ's flagship news show in half would be tragic. TVNZ has confirmed it is proposing to cut up to 68 ...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Warriors selling out their first round of season openers

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Both of the Warriors' first two NRL home games have sold out. The remaining tickets available for tomorrow night's campaign opener against Cronulla we...

Daniel Newman: Auckland councillor on the Council proposing fortnightly kerbside rubbish pickups

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland Council has proposed moving from weekly to fortnightly rubbish collection times. This concept is among a selection of other suggestions to mo...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: These TVNZ job losses won't be the last

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

First it was Newshub, now it's TVNZ. We are still waiting on the details- staff have been told there will be 68 job losses, but the rest they’ll fin...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the possibility of pre-election tax cuts

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The UK Government is expected to announce a 2 percent cut to National Insurance tax when ministers reveal their annual economic snapshot. The current ...