Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Graeme Jarvis: Medicines NZ Chief Executive calls for major political parties to commit to funding Pharmac
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The alarm is being sounded about a future drop off in Pharmac funding. A boost for the drug buying agency announced in Budget 2022- ends in 2024. Medi...
Andrew Little: Immigration Minister explains new package designed to support exploited migrant workers
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Help and support for exploited migrants will be delivered in a new Government scheme. The Government has confirmed a package of basic financial suppor...
Aaron Dahmen: ZB chief political reporter ahead of tonight's One News-Verian poll result
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another snapshot of how political parties are faring in the polls is out at 6pm - in another One News -Verian poll. Its figures last week had National...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Elon Musk hinting that he wants to charge X/Twitter users a subscription fee
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elon Musk has hinted that Twitter, now X, could soon go behind a paywall. Currently, the platform only charges users for the service X Premium, which ...
Boyd Swinburne: Health Coalition Aotearoa co-chair on Chris Hipkins aiming to ban fizzy drinks from secondary schools
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hipkins revealed an unexpected policy announcement in last night's debate. During last night's event, Hipkins said he wanted to ban sugary drink...
Nick Bewley: Sportstalk host on Tim Southee undergoing surgery for dislocated thumb ahead of Cricket World Cup
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Black Caps will decide whether senior pace-bowler Tim Southee will be available for next month’s ODI Cricket World Cup in India. The veteran s...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on several Russell Brand stand-up performances being cancelled following sexual assault allegations
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
London police have received an accusation of sexual assault dating back 20 years, following media reports about accusations against comedian and actor...
The Huddle: Labour ditched their prison reduction target- is this a big deal?
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Neale Jones from PR firm Capital and Paddy Gower from Paddy Gower Has Issues joined in on a discussion about the following topi...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist says New Zealand's economy is at the 'bottom edge' when compared to other developed countries
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A leading economist believes New Zealand's economy is at the "bottom edge" when compared to other developed countries. This follows the Government lay...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host recaps last week's Rural Issues debate at Mystery Creek
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, political parties polling above five percent squared off at Hamilton's Mystery Creek Events Centre. Labour's Damien O’Connor, National's ...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor asks whether political parties should be made to release a pre-Christmas budget
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Labour and National are facing scrutiny as they promote their respective tax policies ahead of the election. Both parties will also have the additiona...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the region's NSW south coast fire danger being upgraded to 'catastrophic'
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's NSW south coast has had its fire danger warning upgraded to 'catastrophic', following high winds and soaring temperatures. The upgraded wa...
Joerg Buss: Darkscope technical director on hacker group Medusa claiming to have stolen AT data following cyber attack
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A dark web ransomware site claims to have stolen user data following a cyber attack on Auckland Transport. The transport agency's ticket payment syste...
Terry Collins: AA Principal Advisor on 91 octane oil being set to rise to $3.50 a litre by Christmas
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Petrol is expected to rise to $3.50 a litre for 91 octane by Christmas. High oil demand globally is a contributing factor - as well as a weak New Zeal...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Labour's finally admitted reducing prison populations was a bad idea
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hipkins has just confirmed Labour is dropping its plan to get people out of jails. When they first took over six years ago, Labour set a...
Ray Chung: Wellington City Councillor thinks Tory Whanau's business delegation could have cost taxpayers less
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One City Councillor reckons the Wellington mayor's business delegation could've been cheaper. Tory Whanau and several council officials are visiting C...
Sir John Key: Former Prime Minister ahead of Luxon and Hipkins facing off in TVNZ Leaders' Debate
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The countdown is on to this election's first Leaders' Debate. Labour's Chris Hipkins and National's Chris Luxon go head-to-head on TVNZ from 7pm. Form...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the Warriors naming their line-up for Saturday's preliminary final (1)
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Expect a full-strength Warriors side to be named for Saturday's NRL preliminary final against the Broncos in Brisbane. Halfback Shaun Johnson and forw...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the Warriors naming their line-up for Saturday's preliminary final
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Expect a full-strength Warriors side to be named for Saturday's NRL preliminary final against the Broncos in Brisbane. Halfback Shaun Johnson and forw...
Mark Mitchell: National Corrections spokesperson on Labour dumping their 2018 target to reduce prison populations
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A u-turn from Labour. The Party says it'll dump its 2018 target of reducing the prison population by 30 percent within 15 years. It says the crisis ha...
Jason Walls: ZB Political Editor on Labour promising to eliminate prison population targets if elected
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prison population targets will be no more if Labour gets back in Government, because it says they've served their purpose. In 2018, the Labour Governm...
Aaron Keown: Christchurch City Councillor voices disapproval with proposed speed limits
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Christchurch City Councillor is firmly against new city speed limits. The Council's 'Draft Safer Speed Plan' includes a reduction to 30 kilometres a...
Newstalk ZB radio commentator Barry Soper admitted to hospital, to undergo open-heart surgery
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper has been admitted to hospital and is to have open-heart surgery to remove a blockage. “I’...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on serial-killing nurse Lucy Letby launching bid to appeal conviction
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nurse Lucy Letby seeks to appeal against her convictions after murdering seven babies and attempting to kill another six. Letby was sentenced last mon...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Chris Luxon potentially targeting Fraser Whineray and Andrew Grant as future administration members
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's been rumoured in business circles that Luxon is scoping top Kiwi figures as part of his potential administration. Fraser Whineray and Andrew Gr...
Stuart Davison: Dairy Insights Consultant on a2 Milk cancelling exclusive deal with Synlait
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A2 Milk has cancelled the exclusive manufacturing supply arrangement it has with infant formula maker Synlait Milk, citing a decline in delivery stand...
Nick Bewley: Sportstalk host on Ryan Fox turning performance around and winning BMW PGA Championship
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Fox's coach thought an early triple bogey had put an end to his chances of winning the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth. The Kiwi golfer bounced...
Grant Robertson: Labour finance spokesperson remains coy about the party turning down proposal to stop funding gangs
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Labour's finance spokesperson remains coy about the Government turning down a proposal to stop funding gangs. Cabinet rejected a proposal in July by t...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Fiji beating Australia 22-15 in upset win
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A famous day for Fiji, an infamous day for Australia in the rugby world. Fiji's 22-15 win in World Cup pool C action has enlivened the group - with th...
Sean Mandell: Entertainment correspondent on actor and comedian Russell Brand denying sexual assault allegations
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Actor and comedian Russell Brand is facing emotional abuse, rape and sexual assault accusations. Four women have come forward to overseas media, alleg...
Scott Hearn: Kiwi motorist on getting compensation from Waka Kotahi following pothole damage
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
One disgruntled Kiwi motorist managed to receive pothole damage compensation from Waka Kotahi- putting him in the minority of drivers. Waka Kotahi pai...
Mike Jones: BNZ chief economist reveals it is cheaper to rent a home than buy- in the short-term
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's now cheaper to rent a home in New Zealand than to buy - at least in the short-term. BNZ has revealed servicing a mortgage takes about 50 percent ...
Mark Mitchell: National police spokesperson says accused murderer Naya Ropiu Fabian Wharekura never should have been out on bail
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Questions around why violent offenders are getting electronic bail. Police have issued an arrest warrant for Naya Ropiu Fabian Wharekura, who has brea...
The Front Bench: Will hecklers be a problem for the rest of the campaign?
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every Monday until the election, The Front Bench will take on the biggest talking points of the election campaign. Heather du Plessis-Allan, Newstalk...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent's weekly political wrap
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper spoke to Heather du Plessis-Allan about whether the election is already over, whether National should fr...
Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent on whether China's economy is bouncing back.
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis spoke to Heather du Plessis-Allan on whether China's economy may slowly be turning around and if North Korea h...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the European Central Bank hiking interest rates
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The European Central Bank has raised interest rates for the 10th meeting in a row to counter stubborn inflation but signalled it is likely done tighte...
The Huddle: Will Shaun Johnson start?
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, sports journalist Lavina Good and One News sports editor Abby Wilson discuss the only two topics on every Kiwi sports fans mind...
Roger Beaumont: Banking Association chief on cracking down on bank scams
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The banking industry has promised to crack down on scams. The retail banks have announced plans for an anti-scam centre, an account name-checking serv...
Andy McDonnell: Weekend Sport producer on the All Blacks and Warriors chances
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Weekend Sport Producer Andy McDonnell talks with Heather du Plessis-Allan about what the All Blacks need to do to get out of their Rugby World Cup poo...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on new co-governance poll
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan on new poll results about co-governance. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystud...
Christine Rankin: Former WINZ CEO on ACT's new welfare policies
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A former work and income boss is calling part of Act's welfare policy incredibly brave. Deputy leader Brooke van Velden spoke over the weekend, about ...
Erica Stanford: National Party immigration spokesperson on the party's plan to attract tech talent
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National says it will review its policy to lure international tech talent to New Zealand after a year to see if it's working. If elected, it would int...
Stacey Jones: Warriors legend on Shaun Johnson's fitness before game versus Newcastle
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The nation is holding its breath hoping that Shaun Johnson will be fit enough to play against the Newcastle Knights in tomorrow night’s semi-final i...
Sarah Dalton: Doctors and dentists union director on a new round of strikes
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Senior doctors and dentists are escalating their strike action. They have announced they will stop work for two full days in October as negotiations w...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Joe Biden's son Hunter has been indicted on firearms charges
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the latest new from stateside. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener fo...
Todd Scott: Auckland businessman on performing a citizens arrest at central city supermarket
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland businessman who tried to perform a citizen’s arrest was told by police to let the crook go. Todd Scott tackled a guy who was abusing sup...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Banks need to step up their online security
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I don’t think that banks should have to refund people who've lost money in scams. But come on... they really need to step it up on the security stuf...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK Labour leader Keir Starmer meeting with Emmanuel Macron in Paris
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the UK, Labour leader Keir Starmer is expected to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. The meeting is expected to take place n...
The Huddle: Do National's tax numbers stack up?
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff and current director at Mike Munro communications, Mike Munro, and ZB's Nick Mills joined in on a ...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds senior portfolio manager on IPOs regaining popularity in 2023
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Initial public offerings, or IPOs, have been regarded as a crucial, yet risky source of funding for companies around the world. After a weak 2022 for ...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the Rural Issues Debate ahead of the election
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ministers from several major parties are expected to go head to head at tonight's Rural Issues Debate at Mystery Creek. Damien O’Connor (Labour), Eu...
Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large ahead of next week's GDP numbers
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Economists are braced for a small bounce-back ahead of next week's GDP numbers. The last set of GDP figures released in June 2023 put New Zealand in a...
Wayne Langford: Federated Farmers president on new research suggesting Kiwi farmers are being asked to do more than fair share in reducing methane emissions
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwi farmers may be expected to do more than their fair share to meet methane reduction targets. A new scientific report from the Universities of Oxfo...
James Cockle: Restore Passenger Rail spokesperson stands by the group's decision to vandalise luxury Wellington car dealership
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Restore Passenger Rail protestor is standing by the group's decision to spray-paint a luxury Wellington car dealership. Three protestors threw paint...
Chris Wright: Sydney University Business School associate professor responds to Australian multimillionaire calling for unemployment rise
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An Australian multimillionaire property developer is being slammed for his views on unemployment. Tim Gurner has told the Financial Review Property Su...
Diane Calvert: Wellington City Councillor says the council slashing millions off its budget was a long time in the making
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington City Council may need to slash tens of millions of dollars off its budget. City Councillor Diane Calvert says they've had a behind closed d...
Michael Reddell: Former Reserve Bank economist scrutinises aspects of National's proposed tax plan
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Three economists have teamed up to scrutinise part of National's tax plan. The party's proposed ending the ban on foreign buyers - for homes worth mor...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Winston Peters not ruling out collaboration with ACT
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Winston Peters won't close the door on sitting with ACT leader David Seymour around the Cabinet table. Depending where the chips fall at next month's ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on every Australian High Court judge accepting membership into Qantas' exclusive Chairman's Lounge
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian High Court has revealed every single one of their current judges is a member of Qantas' exclusive Chairman's Lounge. Described as the '...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Shaun Johnson sitting out pre-match training ahead of Saturday's Mt Smart clash
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shaun Johnson has sat out Thursday's Warriors training due to his calf injury- but coach Andrew Webster is still holding out hope. Webster insists t...
Julie Douglas: Tertiary Education Union National President calls for boost to sector funding to keep up with OECD average
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The country's three biggest education unions have joined forces to put education funding on the political agenda this election campaign. A new BERL re...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK economy contracting by 0.5 percent in July
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The UK GDP figures are in- and the economy shrunk more than expected in July. The 0.5 percent contraction was worse than economists had predicted, and...
The Huddle: Can National afford their promised tax cuts?
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A weighed in on a discussion abou...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist claims PREFU release came with warning about future Government spending
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The economic outlook and Government books were in better shape than predicted, but Treasury has issued a warning following PREFU. According to one exp...
Mark Riggall: Milford Asset Management portfolio manager on returns on low-risk managed funds underperforming in recent years
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Returns on low-risk managed funds, including Kiwisaver's Conservative and Moderate funds have been underperforming in recent years. Kiwisaver's Conser...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the impact increased migration rates will have on productivity
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Higher-than-expected net migration is promised to prop up economic growth and fuel the property market- but Treasury has other ideas. Treasury doesn't...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on former All Black Julian Savea signing on with Moana Pasifika
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Julian Savea says he's nowhere close to retirement. The barnstorming outside back is on the move from the Hurricanes to Moana Pasifika for next year's...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Our debt's not bad, but it is a waste
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did I have a debate on my hands when I got home last night about the country’s debt levels. The husband gave me a huge telling off for saying...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on National rising and Labour dropping to 28 percent in latest poll
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another slide for Labour in tonight's One News-Verian poll, with the National Party up two points to 39 percent, and Labour down one to 28. The Greens...
Dr Ayesha Verrall: Labour health spokesperson on the party promising to train hundreds more doctors by 2027
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Labour says the pandemic showed a need for more local healthcare worker training. The party's announced it'll train another 335 doctors every year fro...
Lizzie Oakes: Auckland resident hopeful further investigation will identify mysterious banging noise coming from below neighbouring home
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Experts are hoping to get to the bottom of mysterious banging noises coming from below an Auckland home. For months, noises have reverberated from ben...
Nick McIntosh: Australian Transport Workers' Union spokesperson on Qantas illegally firing 1700 workers in new ruling
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former Qantas staff will be chasing compensation, after Australia's High Court has upheld a decision against the airline. It's agreed the airline ille...
David Seymour: ACT leader slams Labour's law and order policy and plans to invest more into prisons
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ACT thinks more people should be in jail. The party's law and order policy would invest $1 billion into 500 more prison beds, and toughen sentences fo...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Labour pledging to boost doctor training programs
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Labour's pledging to lift medical school places by 95 a year from 2025, in New Zealand's largest boost ever. Chris Hipkins says if re-elected, they'll...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Republicans opening an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Division among Republicans, over a push to impeach democratic President Joe Biden. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy's asking for a formal investiga...
Max Rashbrooke: Victoria University expert on Essential Research poll claiming 77 percent of Kiwis think the nation is more divided
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Questions over divisions within New Zealand. An Essential Research poll shows 77 percent of Kiwis believe the country is either a little more - or muc...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on a new survey revealing one third of female NHS surgeons have been sexually assaulted at work
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Almost one third of female NHS surgeons have been sexually assaulted at work, according to a new survey. A study published in the British Journal of S...
The Huddle: PREFU 2023- better or worse than expected?
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and current affairs commentator Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following...
Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on the warning of a power shortage in winter 2024
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Experts are warning of a potential power shortage risk ahead of winter 2024. The closure of one of Contact Energy's 100 megawatt peaking plants after ...
Geoff Thomas: Aviation commentator explains 'worrying' Air New Zealand disruption due to engine issues
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Troubling news for our national carrier, with a global engine problem affecting hundreds of planes worldwide. Engine maker Pratt and Whitney says up t...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the rumours circulating about a farmer-led campaign set to fight methane tax
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rumours are circulating about a new famer-led movement set to challenge the current drive for taxing on-farm emissions. Rural News claims this campaig...
Chris Luxon: National leader slams Labour's 'economic mismanagement' following PREFU numbers release
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National's Chris Luxon has been quick to slam Labour's 'economic mismanagement' after the PREFU revealed Government debt has blown out further. Treasu...
Dr Jane O’Hallahan: Te Whatu Ora National Screening Unit clinical lead on the release of new cancer screening tests
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Health advocates are celebrating the release of a new DIY cervical screening test kit for women. This test, available from today, will allow women to ...
Weston Kirton: Ruapehu District Mayor 'saddened' by Tuwharetoa iwi group abandoning bid for Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The future of Mount Ruapehu's skifields remain up in the air. The Tuwharetoa iwi group has abandoned its bid to take over the liquidated Ruapehu Alpin...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister stands by Government's record following Treasury's pre-election update
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister is standing by the Government's record, after Treasury today laid the books bare. The Pre-Election Economic and Fiscal Update sug...
Satish Ranchod: Westpac senior economist says record high net migration gain will boost economy
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An important balance needs to be struck on welcoming more residents. Provisional Stats NZ figures show a net migration gain of 96,200 people in the ye...
Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Treasury revealing the Pre-Election Economic and Fiscal Update figures
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National's promising to spend our money on the right things, if elected next month. Treasury's today revealed the Pre-Election Economic and Fiscal Upd...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Government passing housing fund bill and breaking months-long impasse
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian Government has confirmed its centrepiece housing fund bill will pass through Parliament, breaking a months-long impasse. Australia's Gr...
Clay Wilson: ZB sports news director on the Warriors playoff selling out within 41 minutes
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Warriors' do-or-die NRL playoff match against the Newcastle Knights at Mt Smart on Saturday has officially sold out. Their first home playoff sinc...
Shane Henderson: Auckland councillor calls for proposals for national stadium in the city
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland Council is asking for proposals for a national stadium in the city. The working group - formed in July - now wants expressions of interest to...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on China accusing the UK Government of slander over parliamentary researcher arrest
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
China has labelled the arrest of a parliamentary researcher on suspicion of spying 'slander' and a 'political farce'. Over the weekend, it came out th...
Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on NZ Superannuation Fund CEO slamming $10 billion tax bill
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The outgoing New Zealand Superannuation Fund CEO has slammed the near-$10 billion tax bill as 'nonsensical'. Matt Whineray believes the Superannuation...
Anne Douglas: Fonterra farm source group director on several Waikato farmers ditching Fonterra for OFI
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new international player is determined to snap up Fonterra dairy farmers, as competition intensifies. Fonterra farmers have put up signs featuring t...
Nathan Limm: ZB sports journalist on Novak Djokovic recording 24th grand slam title after winning US Open
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
No signs of slowing down from Novak Djokovic after recording his 24th grand slam title. Djokovic is the US tennis Open champion after beating Daniil M...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Melbourne schools calling for increased security amid increased gang violence
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Schools across Melbourne are calling for increased security amid ongoing attacks. Multiple incidents of gang members getting into schools and harming ...
Nicola Willis: National finance spokesperson on support for the party skyrocketing in latest Newshub-Reid Research poll
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Support for National has rocketed up to just over 40 percent, with a 4.3 point jump in the latest Newshub-Reid Research poll. Labour has taken a devas...
Monty Betham: former Warrior and club ambassador ahead of the team clashing with the Newcastle Knights
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Warriors are set to go up against the Newcastle Knights this weekend, and expectations are high. The first home finals match held in New Zealand s...
Phillip Duncan: WeatherWatch head analyst on incoming El Niño change turning New Zealand's climate around
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meteorologists expect the El Niño climate system will start drying out parts of the country in the coming weeks. The North Island and northern and ea...
David Cunningham: Squirrel CEO urges banks to reduce mortgage rates as they bring in record profits
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Calls for banks to drop mortgage rates- while they bring in record profits. They are scraping off an extra $2.2-billion dollars annually, from a 17 pe...