Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Reserve Bank shutting down hope for an early rates cut
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank has poured cold water over growing speculation for an early rates cut this year. In a webinar delivered to the public, RBNZ chief eco...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the current state of agri-business
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One leading accountant and agri-business advisor fears the current downturn in the rural sector may be the worst recorded in recent memory. Pita Alexa...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor predicts James Shaw could take over the Climate Change Commission
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One expert is predicting James Shaw's next career move following his departure from the Greens. Shaw announced he'll step back as party co-leader- but...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent recaps the first Question Time of 2024
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The House roared back to life this week, as MPs settled in their seats for this year's first Question Time. Smokefree legislation, the Treaty Principl...
David Fisher: NZ Herald investigative reporter on NZSAS offering retention payment to senior staff to delay collapse
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The NZSAS are reportedly offering experienced personnel significant retention payments to prevent them from quitting. Military leaders have been told ...
Deb Hayes: Canterbury midwife on her group's petition against the Midwifery Council over proposed 'Scope of Practice' changes
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's accusations the Midwifery Council is ignoring midwives, over proposed changes to its 'Scope of Practice'. Almost 3000 people have signed a pet...
Liz Gregory: Gloriavale Leavers Support Trust general manager believes others will join group claim for compensation
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's believed more Gloriavale leavers will join a bid for compensation after a lifetime of lost opportunities. Nine leavers found to be employees, not...
Gareth Hughes: Former Green MP 'unsurprised' James Shaw stepped down from co-leader role
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A former Green MP says it's no surprise James Shaw has stepped aside as co-leader. He's announced he'll stand down in March, but remain an MP to back ...
Winston Peters: Foreign Minister stands by decision to pause UNRWA funding amid allegations of militant ties
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Foreign Minister is standing by refusing to commit further funding for the UN's aid agency in Gaza. A number of countries have hit pause after Isr...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the divided response to Anthony Albanese's proposed tax cut changes
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's proposed tax reforms have inspired some backlash from the Opposition. Members of the Liberal Part...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Melbourne Rebels being placed into voluntary administration
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No long-term guarantees around the Melbourne Rebels' future, despite confirmation the franchise's men's and women's teams will feature in their respec...
Tory Whanau: Wellington mayor warns the city's water woes won't be an easy fix
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau wants Government help to fund the city's water do-over. The Council is doing a finances workshop this week. Wellington Wa...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: I worry for the future of the Greens without Shaw
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's not altogether a surprise that James Shaw has quit as co-leader of the Green Party. It's pretty well known that there are factions in the Green P...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK banning disposable vapes in order to curb youth vaping stats
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the UK, disposable vapes are set to be banned in order to curb a nation-wide uptick in younger users. Data shows at least 7.6 percent of 11 to...
The Huddle: Why haven't MFAT pulled their funding from NRWA?
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Nick Leggett from Infrastructure NZ and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on David Seymour's State of the Nation speech
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One expert is claiming David Seymour's State of the Nation speech covered issues that needed to be addressed. The ACT leader discussed Government fail...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on David Seymour's State of the Nation speech
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Seymour hopes everyone will be able to express their opinions on the Treaty amid debate over a controversial bill. During yesterday's State of t...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Australia experiencing the deadliest six months on the road since 2010
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia has had its deadliest roll toll these past six months, since 2010. Deaths rose seven percent from 2022 to 2023. Australian correspondent Oli...
Tex Edwards: MonopolyWatch spokesperson on Woolworths slashing 70 percent of value from NZ supermarkets
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Woolworths is slashing the value of its New Zealand supermarkets by $2.3 billion to $700 million in a 70 percent decrease. The company blames a 'weake...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister waiting for United Nations assessment to determine future of UNRWA funding
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister plans to reassess New Zealand's contribution to the UN Relief and Works Agency, following recent allegations. Several nations hav...
Wayne Guppy: Upper Hutt mayor on meeting with Tory Whanau and Simeon Brown to discuss Wellington's water shortage
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Upper Hutt's mayor wants answers from Wellington Water - on productivity - and how funding turns into fixed pipes. Local Government Minister Simeon Br...
Marilyn Garson: Alternative Jewish Voices co-founder urges the Government to keep funding Gaza aid agency after allegations surfaced
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A push for the Government to continue funding the UN's aid agency in Gaza, because of its work feeding people. Many countries have paused funding afte...
Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the plan to increase police numbers amid violent crime surge
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Police Minister says plans to bolster the force by 500 officers will be enough to get more cops out on the beat. In the past week, a security guar...
Mandy Henk: Digital Harm Expert on the 'unclear' legality surrounding deep-fake images
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's thought law changes are needed to protect everyday Kiwis from the harm of deepfake images. Artificial AI-generated pornographic images of Taylor ...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Jannik Sinner's performance in the Australian Open
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newly crowned Australian Men's Open winner Jannik Sinner has got the taste for Grand Slams. Sinner outlasted Daniil Medvedev in five sets to become It...
Robin Oliver: OliverShaw Tax Partner says examining lower tax brackets should be a bigger priority
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A tax expert says the priority should be looking at lower tax brackets, as ACT calls for a flatter tax system. The Party's approach would remove the t...
Dr Anna Martin: Restricting Teenage Use Of Social Media Will Not Solve The Problem
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A bill in Florida is being put forward to crack down on teenage use of social media. It would restrict anyone under 16 from using social medias that u...
Govt Scrap Bill To Lower Voting Age in Local Body Elections
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The government has scrapped a bill to lower the voting age in local body elections to 16. The bill was introduced last year after the Supreme Court ru...
Nick Ryan: Hoping Doubtless Bay Fishing Competition Protests Won't Go Too Far
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Protests have started in the Far North against tomorrow's annual Doubtless Bay fishing competition. Ngāti Kahu members, leading the protest, say it's...
Chris Bishop: 'Not Happy' to Hear Housing Consent Given on Flood Plains
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Housing Minister says he's not happy to hear housing consents have been granted on flood plans. More than 1400 consents granted in Auckland in the...
Scientists Call For People to Stop Celebrating Tanning
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two cancer research scientists in Australia have called for people to stop glamourising tanning in their acceptance speech for Australian of the year....
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the group of conservative MPs seeking to oust Rishi Sunak Labour Leader Keir Starmer
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A small group of several Tory MPs are determined to oust Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of the UK election. Sunak's approval rating puts him 21 perc...
The Huddle: Does Wellington City Council need intervention over the water situation?
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Business Mentors NZ CEO Sarah Trotman and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following i...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the 50th anniversary of Dick Tayler winning gold at the 1974 Commonwealth Games
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks 50 years since Dick Tayler made history at the 1974 Commonwealth Games. Tayler brought home the gold for winning the 10,000 metres, an imp...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on equity markets rising again
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Equity markets are enjoying a significant spike in the new year. International markets are soaring at an all-time high not seen since 2021- while the ...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Basin Reserve selling out ahead of the Test clash between the Black Caps and Australia
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
NZ Cricket has confirmed the Basin Reserve has sold out a month ahead of the inaugural Test clash between Black Caps and Australia. The second Test, s...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveiling tax cuts package
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lower-income Australians are in for some financial relief following Prime Minister Albanese's latest announcement. People earning less than $150,000 s...
Boyd Swinburn: Health Coalition Aotearoa co-chair calls for Luxon to replace Associate Minister for Health over proposed cigarette tax freeze
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Health Coalition Aotearoa have called for the current Associate Minister for Health to be replaced over her proposed plan for tobacco taxes. Official ...
Tim Grafton: Insurance Council chief executive on the cost of insurance going up significantly over the past year
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The cost of insurance is still stubbornly high, according to the latest data. Figures released by Stats NZ show that inflation is going down, but insu...
Matt Cowgill: Seek economist on the uptick in roles promising work-from-home arrangements
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A growing number of employers are trying to lure in new staff with work-from-home arrangements. Seek's latest data reveals around 10 percent of job ad...
Arran Jones: Independent Children's Monitor Chief Executive on Oranga Tamariki failing to ensure children got regular checkups
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oranga Tamariki looks to have fallen short of its responsibility for children's health checkups. The National Care Standards require Oranga Tamariki t...
Aaron Keown: Christchurch City Councillor says Emergency Department altercation speaks to wider community issue
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A gang clash at Christchurch Hospital's Emergency Department is being investigated. Police were called just after 8pm yesterday, with reports of an ...
Daran Ponter: Greater Wellington Regional Council Chair on the region avoiding tighter restrictions on water use
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's looking likely Wellington's residents will avoid facing harsher restrictions on their water use- for the moment. The region is currently under le...
Casey Costello: NZ First Associate Health Minister hopeful new scheme for cigarette taxes will encourage Kiwis to quit smoking
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand First's Casey Costello believes a potential plan for cigarette taxes will help people quit smoking. A leaked document shows the Associate ...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Some rare good news for Wellingtonians
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A bit of rare good news for Wellingtonians, they've escaped having the water restrictions ratcheted up on them this week. That decision was taken toda...
Kay Oliver: UK correspondent on UK officials warning Brits could be conscripted in possible war with Russia
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Head of the British Army has warned that UK civilians could be required to fight in a possible war with Russia. General Sir Patrick Sanders has st...
The Huddle: Is it a good idea to send NZDF personnel to the Red Sea
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, David Farrar from Kiwiblog and Curia and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following ...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist responds to CPI inflation slowing down
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Annual inflation has slowed down in recent months, in line with predictions from economists. The Consumer Price Index rose 4.7 percent in the year to ...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on what RBNZ debt-to-income restrictions mean for first home buyers
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Questions are being raised over what incoming restrictions from the Reserve Bank mean for first home buyers. The banking regulator proposed debt-to-in...
Andrei Moore: Christchurch Councillor disapproves of the region hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Christchurch City Council has agreed to look into the viability of hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games- but not everyone is on board. Mayor Phil Mauge...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Luxon standing up for Seymour's absence from Rātana
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister says he's up for the challenge of defending his Government's policies, even in the absence of a coalition partner. Chris Luxon addr...
Dean Kimpton: Auckland Transport Chief Executive on Auckland's pedestrian crossings costing more than those in Wellington
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's official- Auckland's pedestrian crossings come at a far higher price than those in the capital. Figures from the 2021/2022 financial year show Au...
Sean Mandell: LA correspondent on the outrage over Barbie being snubbed for Oscar nominations
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Awards season is in full swing, with Hollywood blockbusters taking centre stage at the 2024 Oscars. 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' made the shortlist for ...
David Parker: Labour Foreign Affairs spokesperson doesn't believe the Government should get embroiled in Middle East conflict
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Labour Party has hit out at the Government sending Defence Force troops to the Middle East, saying it has shades of the Iraq invasion. Six personn...
Shane Jones: NZ First MP on being heckled during Rātana speech
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Politicians of almost every stripe have descended on Rātana Pā today for the annual celebrations. ACT's David Seymour was a notable absence. Over t...
Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank economist on the inflation rate dropping to 4.7 percent in the December quarter
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand has had its smallest annual inflation increase in two years. CPI rose 4.7 percent in the year to December- in line with the expectations ...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Donald Trump beating out Nikki Haley at the New Hampshire Primary
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former President Donald Trump emerged victorious in the New Hampshire Primary. His opponent, Nikki Haley, conceded she'd lost to Donald Trump in New H...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk on the Wellington Phoenix looking to ban aggressive group of spectators
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Wellington Phoenix are set to ban a group of spectators from their A-League football games. A small cohort have been identified for antagonising M...
Phil Mauger: Christchurch mayor voices support for the region hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's hope the Commonwealth Games could return to Christchurch fifty years on from the 1974 event. Mayor Phil Mauger has recommended the city host t...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the British House of Lords voting to delay Rishi Sunak's plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The British House of Lords today voted to delay the Government’s plan to send refugees to Rwanda. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged to 'sto...
The Huddle: Do we need to keep funding the Christchurch Call role?
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, current affairs commentator Josie Pagani and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issu...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on Australian company Santana Minerals revealing significant gold discovery in Otago
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australian-owned company Santana Minerals has informed investors swathes of gold may be hidden under farmland in Central Otago. The 'Rise and Shine' s...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Zespri CEO Dan Mathieson stepping down from the role
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zespri chief executive Dan Mathieson is stepping down from New Zealand's biggest kiwifruit exporter to pursue overseas opportunities. Mathieson has le...
Tony Alexander: independent economist on the Reserve Bank bringing in debt-to-income mortgage lending restrictions
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A potential silver lining for first home buyers in possible changes to lending rules. The Reserve Bank is proposing introducing debt to income ratios ...
Neil Holdom: New Plymouth mayor displeased that the Mt Messenger bypass project faces budget blowout
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Big spends on the Mt Messenger bypass roading project, despite no road actually being built. The Transport Agency has already spent 60 percent of the ...
Nick Ryan: Doubtless Bay fishing competition organiser says the event will go ahead, despite planned protest from Ngāti Kahu iwi
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Some Ngāti Kahu iwi members in the Far North are threatening to block boat ramps in protest at the annual Doubtless Bay fishing contest this weekend....
Michael Glading: NZ Open tournament director explains why PGA Tour-winning amateur Nick Dunlap can't cash winner's cheque
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amateur golfer Nick Dunlap stunned the sports world with his unexpected victory. The 20-year-old university student has become the first amateur to wi...
Paul Spain: tech commentator questions the necessity of the Christchurch Call role designed to combat online extremism
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether Jacinda Ardern will continue as New Zealand's special envoy for the Christchurch Call - is still up in the air. The multilateral body brings t...
Winston Peters: Foreign Affairs Minister on New Zealand deploying a small Defence Force team to provide Red Sea maritime security
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Defence Minister Judith Collins says our personnel will support coalition forces with targeting for precision attacks on identified targets. Foreign M...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Luxon sending a Defence Force team to the Red Sea
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Chris Luxon recently announced a Defence Force team will be sent to the Red Sea to help protect maritime security. ZB senior political ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison quitting politics
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Morrison is drawing his 16 year political career to a close. The former Australian Prime Minister will leave federal parliament at the end of ne...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on a pro-Palestine protestor briefly interrupting Zverev v Norrie Australian Open match
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alexander Zverev has denied Kiwi-raised Brit Cam Norrie a spot in the quarter-finals at the Australian tennis Open, winning a tense five-set battle. T...
Al Gillespie: Waikato University law professor on Winston Peters calling for a two-state solution for the Israel-Palestine conflict
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Foreign Affairs Minister is reiterating New Zealand's support for a two-state solution to the decades-long Israel-Palestine conflict. Winston Pete...
Kay Oliver: UK correspondent on Storm Isha tearing through the UK and Ireland
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the other side of the world, there's very rough weather in the UK- with gales and downpours as Storm Isha blows in. UK correspondent Kay Oliver say...
The Huddle: Is Donald Trump headed for the White House again?
22 Jan 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-...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator ahead of 2024's first Cabinet meeting
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The first Cabinet meeting of 2024 is set to take place tomorrow, as the Government reaches the halfway point of its first 100 days. This meeting takes...
Stefan Vogel: Rabobank researcher says New Zealand exports likely to be affected by ongoing Gaza conflict
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand exports could profit from the ongoing conflict in the Red Sea. Freight continues to be redirected around Africa's Cape of Good Hope while ...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Cricket Australia's decision to avoid Australia Day celebration at upcoming test match
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cricket Australia has raised a few eyebrows over their decision to sidestep Australia Day celebrations at an upcoming test match. The holiday coincide...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent predicts the new Government will face a difficult 2024
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ZB's Barry Soper predicts the Government is in for a difficult year following last weekend's events. The Māori King organised a National Unity Hui at...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister cites inadequate funding for Wellington water issues
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has put the blame on inadequate funding for Wellington's water issues. Since 2022, 40 percent of the region's drinking ...
Clare Bradley: Muriwai Community Association co-chair calls for permanent vehicle ban on Auckland's Muriwai Beach
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Belief vehicles need to be totally banned on Auckland's Muriwai Beach. A teen died yesterday after a ute rolled on the beach, and two others have seri...
Vaughan Couillault: Secondary Principals' Association President on Wellington College implementing costly uniform changes for younger students
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Outrage from Wellington parents as a school changes uniform requirements. Year Nine pupils at Wellington College must now wear blazers and ties, which...
Chris Cahill: Police Association President calls for stricter penalties as fleeing driver figures increase
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's belief stricter penalties will help against a surge in people fleeing police. Police data from the Bay Of Plenty shows 883 drivers in the regi...
David Seymour: ACT Party Leader says National hasn't ruled out supporting contentious Treaty Principles Bill
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A war of words over ACT's plans to re-define the principles of the Treaty. Prime Minister Chris Luxon has said National would support the Bill to the ...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Lydia Ko winning the Tournament of Champions in Florida
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwi golfing superstar Lydia Ko is embracing that winning feeling again on the LPGA Tour. After a winless 2023 on the Tour, the 26 year old has won th...
Joe Walsh: Former Republican Congressman on Ron DeSantis backing out of the US presidential race
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has abandoned his bid to be a Republican presidential candidate. He's thrown his support behind Donald Trump. Former Rep...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: A tough start to the year for the new Government
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looks to me like it’s a tough old start to the year for the new Government. This is basically day one of the news year, the TV news shows were back ...
Best of the Year: Is it ethical to put your toddler on a leash?
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ZB host Tim Beveridge and Ali Jones from Red PR joined the Huddle back in June for a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! Micha...
Best of the Year: Neil Wagner on the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Black Caps have pulled off one of the all-time great test cricket victories, beating England by one run on the final day of the second match at th...
Brad Olsen: Job Ads Continue To Plummet
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Job ads continue to plummet in New Zealand of the back of a slowing economy. The latest data from Seek show that jobs ads in November are down 28% com...
Serious Concerns For Future Of Professional Netball In New Zealand
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are now serious concerns for the future of the professional netball in New Zealand. Sky TV's bid for broadcasting rights beyond 2024, covering t...
NZTA Set To Quadruple The Number Of Speed Cameras
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The NZTA is set to Quadruple the amount of speed cameras across New Zealand. There are currently 200 speed cameras on the road which they want to be p...
Mitch McCann: US is urging Israel to wind back airstrikes
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
US national security advisor Jake Sullivan has gone to Israel this week to talk about the war with the Israeli war cabinet. He's passed on a message e...
Jason Pine: Ardie Savea Wins NZ Rugby Player Of The Year
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ardie Savea has been named the Kelvin R. Tremain Memorial player of the year at this evening’s ASB Rugby Awards. This comes a month after being name...
Less Than Half Of New Zealand Adults Exercise Recommended Amount
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The annual New Zealand health survey has found that less than half of adults exercise the recommended two and a half hours a week. South Auckland Comm...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Rishi Sunak's declining approval rating ahead of the election
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rishi Sunak's approval rating continues to take a hit in the polls ahead of the election. His approval rating has reached -49, according to new data f...
The Huddle: Was it a good idea for the Government to scrap the Interislander ferry project?
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Infrastructure NZ Chief Executive Nick Leggett joined in on discussion about the ...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager explains the impact of asset sales
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More local councils are turning to asset sales in order to balance their books. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council aims to sell off several majority ...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Meat the Need's annual ' The Big Feed' 14-hour telethon
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'The Big Feed', a famed rural telethon set to support farmer-driven charity Meat the Need, is heading into its final moments. The telethon kicked off ...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large discusses today's 'surprising' GDP figures
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's Q3 GDP report caught several economists by surprise. GDP fell 0.3 per cent in the September quarter, lower than the predicted 0.2 or 0.3 perce...