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Dylan Thomsen: AA research foundation manager on research confirming newer highways have delivered 37 percent reduction in deaths and injuries

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

AA says newer highways built from 2009 onwards have delivered a 37 percent reduction in deaths and serious injuries. AA analysis confirms the percenta...

Andrew Dickeson: Baker Tilly Staples Rodway tax director warns a broad tax on capital gains likely to drive away New Zealand's wealthiest

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A senior tax director predicts the Government will propose a capital gains tax and take it to the election. An Inland Revenue report released yesterda...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Hipkins is sounding like the leader of National

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National should be sweating, because Chris Hipkins is stealing their lines.  That is what struck me listening to his pre-budget speech to...

Sue Harrison: Property Investors' Federation President approves of National's proposed tenancy changes

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Property Investors Foundation says current rental market rules are tipped too heavily towards tenants. The National Party has made an election pro...

Lucinda Rees: NZ School Speeds spokesperson approves of Wellington Council's proposed speed limit slash

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A road safety advocate is applauding Wellington's proposed speed limit slash. The City Council today voted to consult on cutting speed limits to 30 ki...

Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber chief executive says Chris Hipkins' pre-budget speech 'gives certainty'

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister is being praised for a "business friendly" pre-budget speech. Chris Hipkins says the Government will deliver a no-frills Budget, ba...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Hipkins ruling out a levy to cover Cyclone Gabrielle costs

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Chris Hipkins today delivered his first speech ahead of the Budget on May 18. Today's speech was used to rule out extra taxes, includin...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the Australian Government planning to overhaul immigration system to increase skilled workers

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian Government is set to overhaul its immigration system to speed up getting highly skilled workers into the country. It comes after a rece...

Graeme Jarvis: Medicines New Zealand chief executive on new report confirming Pharmac takes eight years to process medicine funding applications

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Concerns over how long medicine funding applications take to be processed by Pharmac. A new report found it takes an average of nearly eight years to ...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on a second flight evacuating UK nationals from Sudan

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A second evacuation flight has rescued more UK nationals from war-torn Sudan. This flight touched down in Larnaca earlier today, according to Cyprus’...

The Huddle: Is it fair that our nation's wealthiest pay tax at half the rate of ordinary earners?

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Newstalk ZB Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills and Jack Tame, host of ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discus...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the IRD report revealing that the wealthiest Kiwis pay tax at half the rate of ordinary people

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An IRD report today found that New Zealand's wealthiest pay tax at nearly half the rate of ordinary people. A sample of over 300 wealthy Kiwis (all wo...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Synlait Milk shares dropping to record low

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Synlait Milk shares have taken a dive on the share market today. The company's shares have fallen by 27 percent, taking losses for Synlait to over 50 ...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank potentially loosening loan-to-value ratio restrictions

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank might make things easier for prospective borrowers to get a mortgage. The RBNZ is proposing to loosen loan-to-value ratio (LVR) restr...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the new IRD data revealing how much tax the wealthiest Kiwis pay

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new IRD report has found that the wealthiest New Zealanders pay tax at half the rate of ordinary people. This IRD study reveals a sample of over 300...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Scott Robertson and NZR confirming All Blacks assistant coaching staff

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Robertson's coaching team for the All Blacks after this year's World Cup has been locked in. Blues coach Leon Macdonald and Hurricanes coach Jas...

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Joe Biden announcing his campaign to run for re-election in 2024

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Biden has formally announced his campaign for re-election to the White House in 2024. He's already the oldest president, and would be 86 before en...

Rod Carr: Climate Change Commission Chair warns we have to act quickly to cut emissions

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A call to action from the Climate Change Commission. It's released draft advice to inform our second emissions reduction plan- covering 2026 to 2030- ...

Steve Gordon: Former All Black on Scott Robertson and NZR confirming assistant coaching staff for the All Blacks

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Robertson and NZ Rugby have confirmed the new assistant coaching lineup for the All Blacks. Blues and Hurricanes coaches Leon MacDonald and Jaso...

John Fisk: PwC voluntary administrator optimistic about buyers helping Ruapehu Alpine Lifts open for 2023 season

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The ski season starts in July, but Ruapehu Alpine Lifts' future remains on thin ice. The company has four potential Kiwi buyers after going into volun...

David Parker: Revenue Minister says IRD and Treasury study designed to shine a light on fairness in the current system

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Revenue Minister's staying tight-lipped about Labour's vision for New Zealand's tax system. An IRD study's revealed the top 1 percent of earners p...

Christian Hawkesby: Reserve Bank Deputy Governor on the RBNZ proposing banks grant larger lending percentage to borrowers with less

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank says it's proposed change in lending rules - because the housing market is changing. It wants to let banks grant a larger percentage ...

Sarah Stuart-Black: Red Cross Secretary General defends rollout of Cyclone Gabrielle recovery fund

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Red Cross is defending itself from accusations it's not doing enough to help in Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle. It's collected $22 million do...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's clear there's a tax coming

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a tax coming, there’s definitely a tax coming.  And out of morbid fascination, I can’t wait to see how Labour goes about trying th...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the remaining UK citizens in Sudan feeling abandoned after diplomat rescue

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

UK citizens stuck in war-torn Sudan have raised questions after embassy staff were evacuated. Over the weekend, UK armed forces rescued all the diplom...

The Huddle: Red Cross under fire for Cyclone Gabrielle relief spending and Kiwis in Australia can get dual citizenship

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Chief of Staff and current director at Mike Munroe Communications Mike Munroe and Trish Sherson of Sherson Willis...

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Chris Hipkins and Anthony Albanese reaching agreement over citizenship pathway

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Starting from July, hundreds of Kiwis living in Australia will be able to easily become dual citizens. This announcement fulfils a promise Anthony Alb...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the newly announced Australian citizenship changes for New Zealand

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian Government announced that Kiwis who have been in the country for four years will be able to apply for citizenship come July. This has s...

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on the upcoming Warriors NRL clash against the Storm

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Warriors will face the Storm in tomorrow night's annual Anzac Day NRL clash. The match is due to take place in Melbourne and experts are unsure as...

Nathan Penny: Westpac Senior Agri Economist on rural cost inflation being predicted to fall

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Times have been tough for the rural sector, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel. Rural cost inflation came in at 15.3 percent in the Decem...

Michael Wood: Transport Minister pleased to see robust response to disruption from Restore Passenger Rail protest

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A group of Restore Passenger Rail protesters have been arrested after blocking Wellington's State Highway One. The protesters glued themselves to Vivi...

Chloe Johnson: Cyclone Recovery Local Advocate on the Red Cross being slow to spend Cyclone Gabrielle fund

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Deep frustration from Hawke's Bay locals at the Red Cross's slow spend of its Cyclone Gabrielle fund. More than $21 million was raised from donations ...

Ruth Dimes: Auckland University Business Masters programme director on accounting students outperforming ChatGPT

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new global study has pitted artificial intelligence tools against accounting students. It found students performed about 20 percent better on averag...

Adam Shapley: Hays recruitment managing director on whether Australian immigration pathway will lead to brain drain

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are warnings New Zealand will need to level the playing field to avoid a major brain drain to Australia. From July, New Zealanders living across...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the logistics surrounding Australian defence strategy announcement

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Questions over the logistics of Australia's defence strategy announcement. Their Government has agreed to all 62 recommendations from a review, conced...

Jeff McNeill: Massey University senior lecturer on commissioners potentially being called in to resolve ongoing issues for Gore District Council

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Predictions we're on the pathway for commissioners to be called in at Gore District Council. An independent review's been sought following ongoing iss...

Christine Rose: Greenpeace campaigner on the concerning levels of nitrate in Ashburton water

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are concerns about Ashburton's high nitrate levels. Greenpeace undertook free water testing in the region over the weekend and 77 percent of sam...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Australia’s immigration announcement is a positive change for NZ in the ANZAC relationship

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I totally disagree with anyone seeing any negatives in Australia’s immigration announcement at the weekend, this is one of the most positive and sig...

David Seymour: ACT Leader on Meng Foon and Kiri Allan

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Race Relations Minister Meng Foon donated $1500 to Kiri Allan's campaign during the last election. ACT Party Leader David Seymour believes that this i...

Lynnell Greer: Department of Conservation Visitor Advice Manager on the Great Walk booking system's crashes

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Department of Conservation has blamed a 'function issue' for the repeated crashes of the booking system for the Milford Track Great Walk. Thousand...

Vanessa Williams: Hamilton Business Association GM on Fonterra changing premises

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nerves are growing among Hamilton businesses as Fonterra looks for new premises. The dairy giant is leaving its central Hamilton building and hasn't c...

Regan Wood: Auckland Tuatara CEO on the liquidation of the club

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's only professional baseball club has entered liquidation. Auckland's Tuatara Baseball Franchise was unfortunately unable to survive both ...

Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on charged being dropped against Alec Baldwin

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Criminal charges have been dropped against Alec Baldwin over a fatal on-set shooting in New Mexico. A Cinematographer was killed by a live bullet fire...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Meng Foon might want to think about resigning

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I’d say Meng Foon is in a position where he should probably think about quitting his job. It’s been revealed that he’s a Kiri Allan donor.  So,...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the Heathrow Airport security strikes threatening to disrupt King Charles coronation weekend

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Security staff at London's Heathrow Airport will be striking next month in a dispute over pay. The strikes will begin on May 4th and continue over the...

The Huddle: How bad is this IPCA report for Andrew Coster?

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds Senior Portfolio Manager on US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy releasing plans to raise the debt ceiling by $1.5 trillion

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has released plans to raise the debt ceiling by $1.5 trillion. This comes as banks are warning the US Government to br...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the Global Dairy Trade auction recording first increase in two months

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prices exceeded expectations in the latest Global Dairy Trade auction, with a 3.2 percent rise across the board. This marks the first increase in two ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the lower-than-expected 6.7 inflation rate

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The lower-than expected 6.7 inflation rate offers some light at the end of the tunnel. This figure is unlikely to change the current outlook, as econo...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the IPCA report into the Parliamentary protests

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Independent Police Conduct Authority today released their report on the response to 2022's Parliamentary protest. The report found that police ove...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Formula One champion Michael Schumacher's family planning legal action over fake interview

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Schumacher's family are planning legal action against a German weekly magazine over a fictitious interview. The magazine ran a fake cover prom...

Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic chief property economist on the property downturn eventually coming to an end

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rising interest rates and a cooling housing market are hard on sellers, but the property downturn maybe over soon. Property research company CoreLogic...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia facing dangerously long surgery wait times

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Much like in New Zealand, Australians are also facing dangerously long public surgery wait times with a need for more doctors. ABC analysis has found ...

Jules Radich: Dunedin mayor on the hundreds of planned redundancies at Otago University

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dunedin's mayor says the town will notice the loss from hundreds of redundancies at Otago University. The University is looking at making several hund...

Michael Gordon: Westpac Senior Economist predicts easing inflation won't stop the Reserve Bank from lifting OCR

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A prediction the Reserve Bank is unlikely to cut the Official Cash Rate, despite inflation easing. Inflation increased 6.7 percent in the year to Marc...

Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner stands by actions taken during anti-mandate Parliament protest

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Police Commissioner says sending in officers without hard body armour to end the anti-mandate protest at Parliament last year was a fine balance, ...

Rosemary Penwarden: Restore Passenger Rail protester says the group doesn't plan to pause after today's arrests

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At least one Restore Passenger Rail activist has been protesting again while on bail for an earlier protest. Four Restore Passenger Rail protesters gl...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Frontline police were let down by their bosses

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This IPCA report into how police handled the Parliamentary protest last year is not good for Andrew Coster. Frontline police come out of this really w...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on European broadcasters accusing Russia of planning to sabotage wind farms and communication cables

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Public broadcasters across Europe have accused Russia of planning to sabotage wind farms and communication cables in the North Sea. A joint investigat...

The Huddle: Can New Zealand afford to host the 2034 Commonwealth Games?

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, independent journalist Clare de Lore and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following topics- and more! ...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist addresses prediction that inflation will remain higher for longer

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Infometrics predicts tomorrow's inflation data won't show any slowdown in pricing pressures. The Reserve Bank's February forecast put inflation at 7.3...

Deborah Lambie: Milford Asset Management Global Equities Analyst on the start of US first quarter reporting

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the US, first quarter earnings reporting season has officially kicked off. Despite many US companies facing a raft of challenges between inter...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on what to expect from tomorrow's inflation data

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The annual inflation rate is out tomorrow, and it's expected to remain stubbornly high. Westpac economists forecast the annual inflation rate will com...

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Fox News settling defamation suit for $787.5 million

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fox News will pay a $1.26 billion ($787.5 million USD) settlement to Dominion Voting Systems over false election claims. Dominion Voting Systems accus...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the prospect of New Zealand hosting the 2034 Commonwealth Games

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The New Zealand Olympic Committee has expressed early interest in hosting the 2034 Commonwealth Games. The Commonwealth Games Federation recently allo...

Todd McClay: National agriculture spokesperson on the reception to the party's proposed farming policy

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The National Party today unveiled their proposed policies for the farming sector. Leader Chris Luxon promised to ban foreign investment in farms, to c...

Scott Callaway: Christchurch Airport General Manager of Tourism and Trade on new flight service between Christchurch and San Francisco

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's soon to be a new non-stop flight service between Christchurch and San Francisco. United Airlines says it'll start the direct flights in Decemb...

Mark Vette: zoologist says man who jumped into Auckland Zoo rhino enclosure pond lucky to be alive

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A zoologist says a man who jumped into the rhino enclosure at Auckland Zoo is lucky to be alive. He climbed over a barrier and plunged into the pond, ...

Jan Tinetti: Education Minister says delaying NCEA changes unrelated to school principal strike action

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Education Minister says delaying NCEA changes has nothing to do with recent strike action by principals. Jan Tinetti today announced new maths and...

Nicki Nicol: NZ Olympic Committee chief executive on New Zealand potentially hosting the 2034 Commonwealth Games

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The New Zealand Olympic Committee has today expressed their interest in hosting the 2034 Commonwealth Games. The Commonwealth Games Federation have re...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the NZ Olympic Committee expressing interest in hosting 2034 Commonwealth Games

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The New Zealand Olympic Committee has signalled early interest in hosting the 2034 Commonwealth Games.  NZOC's chief executive has said it's an 'exci...

Terence Harpur: Takapuna Business Association Chief Executive Officer on Takapuna Michael Hill closing after multiple ram raids

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An Auckland Michael Hill has finally closed its doors after multiple ram raid attacks. The Takapuna store's been boarded up since October and is now p...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak being investigated over possible failure to declare interest

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rishi Sunak is being investigated by a Parliament watchdog over failure to declare interest. Last month, the Prime Minister was questioned over shares...

The Huddle: Controversy over feral cat hunting competition and John Tamihere's divisive Stuff article

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on The Huddle, current affairs commentator Josie Pagani and Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills joined in on a discussion about the following topics:  T...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on why New Zealand house prices and Australian house prices are currently different

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

House prices in New Zealand are still down, but Australia's market is looking quite different. New data out today says New Zealand house prices are do...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Beef + Lamb New Zealand calling for the staged implementation of an agricultural emissions framework

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Beef + Lamb New Zealand are calling for the staged implementation of an agricultural emissions framework. The organisation's new Board Chair, Kate Acl...

Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk commentator on upcoming studies by the IRD and the Treasury revealing how much tax the wealthiest Kiwis pay

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On April 26th, New Zealanders will get to find out how much tax the wealthiest citizens pay. Separate studies by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) a...

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Wellington Phoenix replacing Ufuk Talay with Giancarlo Italiano as head coach

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Wellington Phoenix today appointed Giancarlo 'Chiefy' Italiano as their new men's coach. Giancarlo Italiano will replace Ufuk Talay when he depart...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on John Tamihere claiming water is a Māori-owned asset

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former Labour Cabinet minister John Tamihere recently claimed that water is a Māori-owned asset. In an opinion piece written for Stuff, Tamihere argu...

Chris Luxon: National Party leader promises to enact Free Trade Agreement with India if elected in October

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National has promised to enact a Free Trade Agreement with India, if elected in October. Recent reports say India is poised to overtake Germany and Ja...

Margaret Maguire: former North Canterbury Hunting Competition sponsor shares concerns about feral cat hunting challenge

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A hunting competition is at the centre of controversy over whether kids should kill feral cats. The annual North Canterbury Hunting Competition is off...

Jim Stabback: Auckland Council CEO defends leaving council headquarters during peak of Auckland flood response

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland Council's boss has defended going home the night the city flooded on Anniversary Weekend. Jim Stabback and the Director of Governance have ap...

Sir Wayne Shelford: RSA National President calls for second ANZAC Day to recognise the last 50 years of war veterans

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand war veterans say they feel undervalued. The RSA believes Anzac Day is only about Anzac forays, and smaller wars don't get the same recogni...

Jennie Wyllie: Netball New Zealand Chief Executive blasts World Netball after Jamaican tour debacle

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Netball NZ's CEO has voiced her disappointment with World Netball after last year's Jamaican visa debacle. Games were cancelled and Netball New Zealan...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Opposition leader Peter Dutton unveiling latest Cabinet reshuffle

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Australian Opposition leader Peter Dutton has unveiled a shadow Cabinet reshuffle in wake of MP Julian Leeser's resignation. This reshuffle was prompt...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Poland and Hungary banning imports of grain from Ukraine

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Poland and Hungary have banned imports of grain and other food products from Ukraine. Both regions have claimed this decision was necessary in order t...

The Huddle: How necessary was Labour's education announcement?

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight on the The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Trish Sherson PR and former Labour Press Secretary Kaine Thompson joined in on a discussion about the fo...

Lorraine Taylor: Wellington Silverstream school principal says reduced teacher/student ratio announcement 'disappointing' and 'disrespectful'

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One Wellington school principal has expressed disappointment with today's education announcement. Labour has said they will reduce the teacher/student...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Local Government Minister Kieran McAnulty’s comments on Q&A

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Local Government Minister Kieran McAnulty raised a few eyebrows after his appearance on Q&A to explain Affordable Water Reforms. The 10 regionally...

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on senator Lidia Thorpe receiving lifetime ban from strip club after altercation

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An Australian senator is facing backlash after a confrontation outside a strip club. Lidia Thorpe has been banned from the club for life after a verba...

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on All Black Rieko Ioane signing contract extension with NZR until 2027

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All Blacks star Rieko Ioane has signed a contract extension with NZ Rugby until 2027. This makes Rieko Ioane the second All Black signed to NZ Rugby u...

Jon Duffy: Consumer NZ CEO on the Commerce Commission launching legal action against Bachcare

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A Government watchdog is taking legal action against Bachcare, claiming their contract terms could cause financial harm to consumers. The Commerce Com...

Elizabeth Rata: Auckland University Education Professor on Kieran McAnulty claiming aspects of Affordable Water Reforms aren't strictly democratic

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Minister Kieran McAnulty has sparked concerns following his recent comments about Affordable Water Reforms. The Local Government Minister said on TVNZ...

Craig Shearer: New Zealand Skeptics Chair on the organisation issuing challenge to psychics to prove their skills

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

$100,000 is up for grabs for psychics who can prove their skills, but no one's taking up the challenge. New Zealand Skeptics have recognised three psy...

Vince Cocurullo: Whangarei mayor wants more police support after man killed after intervening in attempted robbery in Raumanga

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whangarei's mayor wants more support for police after a man died outside a Raumanga petrol station on Saturday. The 25-year-old was killed after alleg...

Judith Cunningham: Wylie Court manager on Rotorua motels keeping facilities for emergency housing, despite numbers halving

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Suggestions some Rotorua motels are keeping rooms empty to rake in Government cash. The city's Temporary Housing Dashboard shows the numbers of people...

Jan Tinetti: Education Minister promises Labour is serious about reducing class sizes

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jan Tinetti maintains Labour serious about reducing class sizes, despite flunking a previous promise. While in Opposition in 2014, Labour campaigned o...

Jordan Williams: Taxpayers' Union Executive Director on the $2.7 million cost to eradicate 18 wallabies in Dunedin

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dunedin taxpayers have forked out a substantial amount to eradicate the region's wallaby population. The New Zealand Taxpayers' Union confirmed that o...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: How is this a big education announcement?

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A big education announcement from the Government- they’re reducing class sizes for primary and intermediate schools. Classes will drop from 29 to 28...

Steve Kerr: Department of Conservation will be raising hut and camping fees

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Keen trampers will have to fork out a bit more for their favourite walks, with the Department of Conservation announcing that it will be hiking hut an...