The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist on first home buyers' increasing presence in the market

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

First home buyers are upping their presence in the property market.   The latest CoreLogic First Home Buyers Report shows they made up 26% of purchas...

Gary Judd: Senior King's Council on his complaint over adding compulsory tikanga Māori studies for law students

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A senior King’s Counsel has filed a complaint to the Government’s Regulations Review Committee over incoming compulsory tikanga Māori studies...

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the issues and errors with the electoral system, looks to roll back on the day enrollments

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Justice Minister's looking at rolling back the option to enrol on election day.   An Auditor-General report's identified multiple errors with the...

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the results of local elections

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not boding well for the Tories in the wake of the local elections.  The Conservative Party has lost over 500 councillors, making it the worst ...

Mike's Minute: We don't need as many councillors or MPs

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have a lot to thank Jamie Arbuckle for.  Jamie is a Marlborough councillor and an MP for New Zealand First.  He is this week's political headline...

Brett O'Riley: Employers and Manufacturers' Association CEO on the OECD report and the call for foreign investment

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are calls to boost foreign investment in local businesses to get our economy going again.  The OECD's biennial report has found a lack of compe...

Full Show Podcast: 7 May 2024

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 7th of May, we talked to the Corrections Association about the Government's new $1.9 billi...

Mel Parsons: Kiwi folk and country singer on the release of her new single and upcoming album

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Performing never gets old for kiwi folk-country singer Mel Parsons.  Having just released her newest single and with her sixth album on the way, Pars...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the free trade agreement negotiations with the United Arab Emirates

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister says they're taking an "exciting step" as negotiations start on a free trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates.  The Ministe...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the Corrections funding mix up, the OECD report, and MPs drawing dual salaries

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister has admitted the Government got mixed up in its corrections funding announcement yesterday.  There was confusion from Corrections ...

Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President on the lack of details in the Government's funding announcement

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Corrections Association says it's concerned about the lack of detail in the Government's funding announcement.  The Government's injecting $1.9 b...

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the drop in the company's shares

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The slashed earnings forecast for Tourism Holdings is largely due to sinking vehicle sales.  The dual-listed camper van and tourism company now expec...

Full Show Podcast: 6 May 2024

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 6th of May, we have the Government's water plan for Auckland, so what could that mean f...

Commentary Box: Warriors loss, Super Rugby, Rugby Sevens, F1, and SailGP

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the Newcastle Knights takedown of the Warriors, the weekend in Super Rugby and the Rugb...

Steve Price: Australia correspondent on teen shot dead by police in Perth, student loan repayment threshold set to change

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A teen has been shot dead by police after a knife attack in Perth, Australia.   Western Australia Police Commissioner Col Blanch said the incident ha...

Blair Walter: Felton Road Winemaker on taking the crown of Winery of the Year

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Winery of the Year has been announced, with Central Otago’s Felton Road taking the crown.  The competition was independently ranked by wine critics...

Kris Faafoi: Insurance Council Chief Executive on cost of insuring a home is rising six times faster than incomes

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The cost of insuring a home is rising six times faster than incomes.  Data from Stats NZ show insurance premiums have increased 14 percent in the yea...

Mat Bailey: North Canterbury Hunting Competition organiser on the return of the controversial killing of feral cats

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The controversial Canterbury feral cat killing competition is back.  Nearly 250 cats were caught last year, causing protests and backlash from animal...

Brendon Crompton: Blue Light's Chief Operating Officer on nearly half of youth offenders escaping from community remand homes

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nearly half of youth offenders placed in community remand homes run away.  A memo from Oranga Tamariki revealed between August 2020 and February 2023...

Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister on Government's deal with Auckland Council for long-term investment in water infrastructure

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has made a deal with Auckland Council as part of its Local Water Done Well reforms.  The deal saves Aucklanders from Watercare’s pro...

Richard Arnold: US correspondent on Boeing being poised to launch Boeing Starliner into space, trillions of cicadas emerge

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Boeing is poised to launch astronauts to the International Space Station for Nasa.  The Boeing Starliner is set for launch tomorrow, years behind sch...

Jacinta Fitzgerald: Chief Executive of Mindful Fashion on report into fashion's economic and cultural contributions to NZ

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The cancellation of New Zealand Fashion Week has highlighted wider issues within our fashion community.   A report commissioned by Mindful Fashion lo...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the arrests made at the University of California after mayhem erupted at the protest encampment

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More protesters have been arrested as students continue to demonstrate at US universities.  Police dismantled a Pro-Palestine camp set up in front of...

Joanna Pidgeon: Lawyer on the unclaimed funds held by Inland Revenue

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwis are being urged to check if Inland Revenue has any unclaimed funds in their name.  Almost 416,000 Kiwis are owed more than $477 million from fo...

Mike's Minute: Where are the solutions from the Reserve Bank?

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank has an odd mandate.  On one hand they directly involved themselves in cocking up the economy to the extent it has been by throwing p...

Mark the Week: James Shaw was badly let down

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.    Julie-Anne Genter: 0/10 ...

Fehroz Ali: New Zealand Fashion Week Owner on the event's cancellation for 2024

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand Fashion Week's planning to come back bigger and stronger next year.  It's had to cancel this year's event and shift to a two-yearly showc...

Full Show Podcast: 3 May 2024

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 3rd of May we discussed the changes the Government is making to the education sector, Lifti...

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: musicians, anniversary celebrations, and the Julie Anne Genter situation

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back once more to wrap the week with Mike Hosking. They discussed everything from musicians they enjoy to the number ...

Alice Wilson: Lifting Literacy Aotearoa Chair on the Government dedicating $67 million to literacy and teacher training

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The stronger focus on literacy in education appears to be well-received by educators, so far.  The Government's set a target of getting 80% of year e...

Dr Dougal Sutherland: Umbrella Wellbeing psychologist on tenfold increase in ADHD medicine prescriptions and shortage of specialists

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More adult Kiwis are receiving ADHD medicine than ever before.  There's been a tenfold increase in the amount dispensed for adults between 2006 and 2...

Peter Dunne: Former Cabinet Minister on the Julie Anne Genter confrontation and the wider trend in politics

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're being told Parliament has lost its sense of decorum because MPs have lost their respect for Parliament as an institution.  Green MP Julie Anne ...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the trade dispute with Canada and the $120 million loss

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister is taking the legal fight to Canada over a trade dispute.  The Government says Canada's refusing to comply with a ruling over dair...

Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on principals hiring untrained and unqualified teachers due to the shortage

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The teacher shortage has hit a new crisis point.  A Post Primary Teachers Association Survey has found that 56% of principals had to employ untrained...

Mike's Minute: I've found some more cost savings for the Government

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want some savings?  I have found a couple of hundred million for you then.  A report out has looked at who gets the Winter Energy Payment. It...

Roman Jewell: Fix & Fogg CEO on the nut butter products being launched to the International Space Station

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One small step for peanut butter, one giant leap for New Zealand foods.  Kiwi nut butter brand Fix & Fogg has launched 50 pouches of various prod...

Oliver Hartwich: NZ Initiative Director on the hidden risks in China's Belt and Road initiative

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A New Zealand Initiative report details potential hidden risks in China's Belt and Road Initiative.  The pro-free-market think-tank points to potenti...

Kate Tulp: ServiceNow Country Manager on customer service wait-times rising for a second year in a row

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwis have had enough of being on hold after more than 22 million hours on the phone for customer service.  ServiceNow commissioned research surveyed...

Full Show Podcast: 2 May 2024

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 2nd of May, Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters joined to dig into AUKUS and the lik...

Health Franklin: Australian Comedian on his New Zealand tour and iconic character 'Chopper'

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of New Zealand’s favourite comedians, Heath ‘Chopper’ Franklin is back from his break.  The Australian comic is returning from his three ye...

Winston Peters: Deputy Prime Minister on Julie Anne Genter's behaviour in Parliament and AUKUS Pillar 2

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Winston Peters says Julie Anne Genter should face consequences for confronting a minister in the House.  The Green MP has apologised in Parliament an...

Kendall Langston: Pivot & Pace co-founder and business advisor on the rise in unemployment and the increase in job competition

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More people are competing for work for fewer opportunities as the unemployment rate's expected to keep rising.  The unemployment rate is at 4.3 % in...

Mike's Minute: Today we say goodbye to James Shaw MP

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So, bye bye James Shaw; Valedictory Day today.  He is in the interesting position of having left behind something potentially quite substantive.  Th...

Steve Price: Australia Correspondent on the state meetings about violence and Kyle and Jackie O launching in Melbourne

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian Prime Minister is copping some flack after speaking at a domestic violence rally on Sunday.  He was caught on camera asking the organi...

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist on the expected rise to the unemployment figure

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Unemployment is expected to be up today, and it's thought to be just the beginning.   Stats NZ will release the numbers for the first three months of...

Owen Vaughan: OneRoof Editor on the 46 areas in the OneRoof-Valocity House Value Index where a mortgage can be paid off in less than a decade

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New data reveals where Kiwis can pay off their mortgage the fastest.   The latest OneRoof-Valocity House Value Index found 46 areas across the countr...

Lisa King: AF Founder on the alcohol-free brand launching in US retail stores

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another kiwi startup has broken into the US market.  Alcohol-free brand AF is launching its products in US retail stores Target and Walmart from toda...

Full Show Podcast: 1 May 2024

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 1st of May the Remuneration Authority’s Geoff Summers joined, the group behind whether...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchel and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the MP pay rise, the Cabinet reshuffle, and James Shaw's final day

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Politics Wednesday so Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to discuss this week’s biggest political stories.  They discussed...

Peter Griffin: Tech Commentator says there's little incentive for tech companies to adhere to the Christchurch Call

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The benefits of the Christchurch Call are being debated in the wake of allegations that it's silencing member organisations.  Jacinda Ardern establis...

Graeme Edgeler: Wellington Barrister defends the work perks afforded to judges

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A barrister's defending generous work perks for judges.  Those in the profession are entitled to thousands of kilometres of free air travel for them ...

Geoff Summers: Remuneration Authority Chair said the MP salary increase was determined by aligning with the market

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We could be seeing the end of the pay freeze for MPs.  The Remuneration Authority's set to increase most MP salaries 10.5% over three years.  The fi...

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on Ukrainian troops withdrawing as promised aid fails to arrive

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite grand speeches from Ukraine’s allies and NATO, pledged aid is not arriving.  Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General, made a surprise visi...

Mike's Minute: More money for Pharmac or better self-health management?

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I read an article yesterday about how we need to play in dirt more.  It's good for your health, that’s why you should “ground” yourself. Get yo...

Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2024

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 30th of April, Housing Minister Chris Bishop discussed the first phase of getting families...

Tim Southee: Black Cap on the naming of the squad for the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Black Caps squad for the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean has been named.  This selection will make it Tim Southee’s seventh T20 World Cup, and h...

Jerry Seinfeld: Comedy legend on his New Zealand tour, career, and directing

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most iconic names in comedy, Jerry Seinfeld is no stranger to audiences.  He’s been performing since the late 1970’s, creating and sta...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister attributes drop in polls to the "challenging times" kiwis are facing

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is attributing last night’s poor poll result which showed coalition parties losing support to the “challenging ti...

Chris Bishop: Housing Minister on the inherited mess and families with children being moved up the priority list

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Children living in emergency housing motels are set to be pushed up the priority list.  From today the Ministry of Social Development will focus on f...

Sarah Fitt: Pharmac CEO on the $1.7 billion funding-boost in the upcoming Budget

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pharmac's record funding-boost will address the fiscal cliff it faces.  An additional $1.7 billion spread over four-years has been ear-marked for the...

Priyanca Radhakrishnan: Labour's Disability spokesperson on the ministry coming under review

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Labour's Disability spokesperson says funding was laid out for the Ministry of Disabled People until 2027.   It's under review after abruptly announc...

Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2024

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 29th of April, we look at the cost of implementing the Government's health targets in h...

Commentary Box: Rugby League, Super Rugby, Cricket, F1

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the first ANZAC NRL match in Auckland since 2015, a high-quality weekend for Super Rugby...

Jarrod Haar: AUT Professor of Human Resource Management on research finding middle managers suffer heightened levels of burnout

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australian research has found middle managers are the ones suffering heightened levels of burnout, largely due to premature promotions. In the survey,...

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the ban on cellphones in schools coming into effect today

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Term two begins today, kicking the ban on cellphones in schools into effect.  National announced the policy before the election in order to “help s...

Cameron Bagrie: Bagrie Economics Founder on rising fuel prices as Unleaded 91 petrol increases 26 cents per litre so far this year

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fuel prices continue to rise. Unleaded 91 petrol has increased by 26 cents per litre this year, so far.  Bagrie Economics Founder Cameron Bagrie tell...

Simon Douglas: AA Chief Policy and Advocacy Officer on the surge in wait times for drivers licence tests since the introduction of free re-sits

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fees for re-sitting driver’s licence tests could return as nationwide wait times surge.  Since October, it has been free to retry licence tests as ...

Rob Campbell: Former Health NZ Chair on the $723 million cost to meet planned care targets

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cutting down health system backlogs could come with a hefty price tag.  Meeting planned care targets has been modelled by health officials to cost $7...

Richard Arnold: US correspondent on President Biden facing pressure in his response to anti-Semitic incidents on university campuses

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden is facing new pressure to step up his response to the growing number of anti-Semitic incidents on university campuses.  Protests have...

Paula Bennett: Former Deputy Prime Minister newly appointed as Board Chair for Pharmac

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former Deputy Prime Minister Paula Bennett has been appointed as the new chair of the national drug purchasing entity, Pharmac.  Paula tells Mike Hos...

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on the ANZAC services in Australia

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday marked another year since the Gallipoli campaign, the yearly services commemorating not only those who fell in World War I, but conflicts an...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump's trial before the US Supreme Court

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It all revolves around Donald Trump, going beyond his ‘hush money’ trial.  The former President is dealing with a series of legal actions all rev...

Wrapping the Week: Tim Wilson and Josie Pagani on ANZAC, dog walkers protesting the removal of Auckland bins, and Gen Z's table manners

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Filling in for Mike Hosking, Andrew Dickens was joined by Tim Wilson and Josie Pagani to wrap this week.  They discussed the importance of ANZAC Day,...

Full Show Podcast: 26 April 2024

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 26th April Andrew Dickens filled in for Mike, getting legal analysis of the Karen Chhour an...

Susie Wilson: International etiquette expert on the study finding Gen Z doesn't care about traditional etiquette

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Table manners may be a thing of the past.  A survey has found that Gen Z overwhelmingly doesn’t care about traditional etiquette, including holding...

Paul Spain: Tech Commentator on the US banning TikTok

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Social media app Tik Tok may be in line for a court battle after US President Joe Biden signed a bill to ban the app from the United States.  US lawm...

Tony Hill: RSA District President for Waikato, Bay of Plenty, and the East Coast on the turnout for ANZAC Day Services

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One RSA District President is celebrating the turnout at ANZAC services yesterday despite the wild weather in some parts.  The mid-morning service at...

Paul Goldsmith: New Media and Communications Minister on the challenges facing the sector

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The new Media and Communications Minister says the sector isn't broken but is under pressure.  The Prime Minister handed the portfolio to Paul Goldsm...

Jacqui Llyod: Cruise Association CEO on next season's expected downturn after this season's success

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The cruise-ship season success is being celebrated, but there's concern next season could hit an iceberg.  Ships have brought in 350,000 visitors wit...

Andrew Geddis: Constitutional Law Expert on the appeal lodged against the High Court's decision to overturn the summoning of Karen Chhour

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An appeal of the High Court's decision to overturn the Waitangi Tribunal summons of the Children's Minister has been lodged.   It ruled Karen Chhour ...

Murray Olds: Australian Correspondent on the faceoff between Elon Musk and Australian Politicians regarding the footage of violent attacks on the platform

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Australia’s politicians are facing off against billionaire Elon Musk.  The federal government's renewing its focus on social media misinformation a...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on retail businesses struggling to meet targets heading into winter

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A chunk of businesses aren’t sure they'll survive this year.  A Retail NZ survey has found retailers aren't confident heading into winter and a thi...

Andrew Clennett: Hiringa Energy CEO on the opening of Australasia's first hydrogen refuelling network

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A hydrogen refuelling network across the North Island is the first of its kind in Australasia.  Hamilton, Auckland, and New Plymouth will host the Hi...

Mike's Minute: The moral question around advertising on social media

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the mysteries of our time is why so many businesses, and big businesses, spend so much money on social media platforms, given what's on those p...

Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2024

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 24th of April, we finally have some common sense being brought to the RMA. Federated Far...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the gang patch Select Committee, the emergency management fund, and wasted money during Covid

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

National MP Mark Mitchell says there's absolutely no plan to cut a fund used for recovery after extreme weather events.  Finance Minister Nicola Will...

Dr Mariska Mannes: Lead author of the Otago University study on the adjustment difficulties faced by migrant doctors

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're being told helping international doctors adjust is about more than just medical competence.   An Otago university study has found New Zealand i...

Jose Ubiaga: Dakota Bar Owner on Wellington City Council's lack of vision for Courtenay Place

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Courtenay Place bar owner says it's critical Wellington City Council has a plan for the area.  It's walked away from a $32 million deal to renovate...

Sam MacDonald: Christchurch City Councillor on the lifeline to the A&P Association after the cancellation of this year's event

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Christchurch City Councillor says their lifeline to the A&P Association isn't a grant.   The board canned this year's A&P Show, saying it w...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the continuing Gaza protests at US Universities

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Universities across America are bracing for more Gaza protests.  Campus closures and arrests have followed increasing Pro-Palestinian and Pro- Israel...

Mark Hooper: Federated Farmers RMA Spokesperson on the reforms coming next month

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Farmers see RMA reform as common sense returning to the farm gate.  Changes across farming, water, and mining will be introduced to Parliament next m...

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the incident between a London Police officer and Gideon Falter

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A tense standoff between a London police officer and an antisemitism campaigner has sparked outrage.  Gideon Falter, CEO of the Campaign Against Anti...

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the success of PM Giorgia Meloni and her allies in the regional election

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good news for the Italian Prime Minister.  Giorgia Meloni and her allies have kept control of the southern region of Basilicata in the regional elect...

Peter Gordon: Kiwi Chef on his involvement in the new TV3 show 'Food Rescue Kitchen'

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new TV3 show is aiming to highlight New Zealand’s food waste.  Chefs are coming together in ‘Food Rescue Kitchen’ to challenge viewers’ per...

Mike’s Minute: Ideology is hijacking reality on climate

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Surely we didn’t miss the irony on climate change?  On the day it's announced we have reduced our emissions now for three years in a row, so good o...

Deborah Powell: Resident Doctors' Association National Secretary on the recent pay offer rejection

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Resident doctors are set to take to the streets, protesting a recent pay offer.  The Resident Doctors' Association say while some workers were offere...

Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2024

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 23rd April, the Government is bringing back the Three Strikes law. The public seems to be ...

Holly Oppers: Talent ID Recruitment Branch Manager on the dropping number of job openings

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Employers have more choice with competition for work heating up.   Recruitment companies are warning of thousands joining the unemployment queue and ...

John Munro: Criminal Defence Lawyer is hesitant to endorse the Three Strikes Law

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A criminal defence lawyer is hesitant to endorse the incoming Three Strikes legislation.  The Government is looking to re-establish the laws which wi...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister defends $41 million commitment to clean energy in Asia while cutting costs in NZ

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Christopher Luxon is defending spending millions on clean energy in Asia while cutting costs and Government jobs in New Zealand.  The Government has ...