The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the legislation aiming to replace Three Waters and the cancellation of Auckland trains due to heat

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister believes re-structuring water delivery will provide consistency for councils.  The clock is ticking as the Government has set itse...

Miles Hurrell: Fonterra CEO on the increase in dairy export demand due to the conflict in the Red Sea

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Conflict in the Red Sea is playing into Kiwi dairy farmers' back pockets.   Yemen's Houthi rebels have been targeting ships travelling through the Su...

Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister says that council-controlled water plans are expected to be financially sustainable

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The new Local Government Minister is confident in his replacement to three waters.  The government's looking to introduce legislation attempting to m...

David Gordon: KiwiRail spokesperson on the cancellation of Auckland Trains due to the heat

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

KiwiRail appears to be stating the obvious by saying there's an underlying fragility in Auckland's Rail Network.   Some Auckland train services were ...

New programs to help Kiwis launch backyard businesses start

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New programs have been launched to help get New Zealand's backyard business ideas off the ground. Entrepreneurs can apply to get free coaching service...

Mike's Minute: Will there be a movement that national can't ignore?

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last week I said that I think Act are onto something. It was referencing the angst we saw at Waitangi and how those who gather at such places and thos...

John Murphy: Supermarket Costs Are Moving In The Right Direction

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Supermarket costs may be moving in the right direction. The latest Infometrics Foodstuffs Grocery Supplier Index has found supplier costs increased 4....

Israel Set To Proceed With Ground Offensive On Rafah

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Israel looks set to proceed with its ground offensive on Rafah in southern Gaza, despite a lack of support from western allies. Correspondent Gavin Gr...

Ben Harlum: Taylor Swift Brings Huge Crowds Ahead Of Las Vegas Superbowl

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Las Vegas is in Super Bowl mode today as thousands are in town for the big game. The NFL match between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers ...

Mark Mitchell: Additional Money Will Help With Cyclone Gabrielle Recovery

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Emergency Management Minister says additional money for Cyclone Gabrielle recovery will help Hawke's Bay reach silt removal targets. The Governmen...

Mark the Week: It's been a good week for regular kiwis

08 Feb 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.    The short week: 7/10  Wh...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the oral arguments heard by the Supreme Court in the attempt to remove Donald Trump from the Colorado ballot

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The US Supreme Court has heard oral arguments in an attempt to rid the Colorado ballot of Donald Trump.  Voters claim he participated in an insurrect...

Sophie Moloney: Sky CEO on the upcoming NRL and rugby matches being aired for free on Sky

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Great news for sports fans as another dose of free sports is on its way to screens.  Friday Night Footy will see 25 NRL matches shown live on Sky Ope...

Mike's Minute: Stop falling for celeb scams. Take some responsibility

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The use of so-called well-known people in scams, I would argue, is now so common that a couple of things should be happening.  The first question: is...

Carl Taylor: MBIE Combined Building Supplies Co-op Chairperson on the number of building consents steadying

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Building activity may be easing as new numbers show demand returning to pre-Covid levels.  Recent years have seen a strain on the sector, with record...

Fiona Bolden: Rural GP Network Chairperson says they are starting to see recognition that the GP funding model is a problem

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s hope change is on the horizon for the GP funding model.  Clinics are hiking prices as government funding fails to keep up with rising costs...

Barney Irvine: Northern Infrastructure Forum Coordinator says we need to find new ways to finance infrastructure projects

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It might be time to look at new methods to get transport projects across the line.   Auckland's Regional Fuel Tax will be scrapped at the end of June...

Weston Kirton: Ruapehu District Mayor on the uncertain future of the Mount Ruapehu ski fields

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s an uncertain winter ahead for Mount Ruapehu's ski fields.  Whakapapa Holdings has pulled its bid on the Whakapapa side of the mountain, cla...

Sirma Karapeeva: Meat Industry Association Chief Executive on New Zealand's red meat exports dropping by 14% in October

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The red meat industry is taking a bit of a hit.  Red meat exports in October were down 14% on the same month the year before.  Exports to China, our...

Liam Lawson: Kiwi Racing driver on the release of 'In The Wings', his appearance in 'Drive to Survive' and what's to come in 2024

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a busy year ahead for Liam Lawson, both on and off the track.  He’s the reserve driver for both Red Bull and Visa Cash App RB, formerly k...

Rob Enright: Environmental law specialist on Mike Smith having won the right to sue companies for their role in climate change

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The actions of some of our biggest polluters are set to be thrust into the spotlight.  Climate activist Mike Smith has won the right to sue seven com...

Mike's Minute: Time for some facts on the Treaty Principles Bill

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I was wondering how long it would take, given what we have seen this week at Waitangi.  ACT have launched a campaign to outline some facts on their T...

Catherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Director says the unemployment numbers feel "wonky"

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's latest unemployment figure didn't quite land where many expected.  Stats NZ figures show it's risen to 4% in the three months to Decemb...

Tony Blakely: Covid-19 Inquiry Chair on the opening of public submissions of feedback of the Covid response

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s now an opportunity to tell the Royal Commission of Inquiry about your Covid pandemic experiences, and the lessons you want to leave for the ...

Angela Strange: Waikato Regional Councillor on Te Huia increasing their off-peak services

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The passenger train between Hamilton and Auckland is increasing off-peak services.   Beginning today, Te Huia will have a third service on Thursdays ...

Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on the "absolutely shocking" job-seeker benefit figures

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Modelling commissioned by the Ministry of Social Development point to more people on welfare, and people staying there for longer.  It suggests those...

Mark Mitchell: Corrections Minister on the removal of the prison reduction targets and cultural report funding

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Corrections Minister says reducing prisoner numbers just puts offenders into the community.   The Government's also scrapping funding for pre-sen...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Federal Court ruling that Donald Trump does not have presidential protection for his involvement in the January 6 riots

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A US federal appeal court has ruled that Trump has no presidential protection amid trials for his involvement in the January 6 Capitol riots.  The co...

Paul Spain: Gorilla Technology CEO on private sector investment in Queenstown's $1.3b tech ecosystem

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Private sector investment in Queenstown’s plans to become a niche tech ecosystem could bring them to fruition.  Adopting an Australia and Asia Paci...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the Waitangi Day coverage

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A senior National Minister has counter-attacked over criticism the Prime Minister's Waitangi speech reused lines from last year.  Christopher Luxon s...

Mike's Minute: Our Covid Inquiry has to look at more

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God bless Brooke van Velden.  As part of the coalition agreement, the Government are looking to expand the terms of the Covid Inquiry.  Why?  Becau...

Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the unemployment figures forecast

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A bump to New Zealand's unemployment figures is forecast later this morning.  A number of economists believe it will land at 4.3%, up from the Septem...

John Tookey: AUT Professor of Future Environments on Paris implementing higher parking fees for larger vehicles

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

SUV drivers in Paris are facing a financial blow after residents voted to hike parking fees for larger vehicles.  The vote was initiated by the Frenc...

Victoria Arbiter: Royal Correspondent on King Charles' cancer diagnosis and the information revealed by Buckingham Palace

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a delicate balancing act for Buckingham Palace between transparency and King Charles' privacy.   The monarch is being treated for cancer, disc...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister stands by his reused Waitangi speech and the statement criticising China

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister is talking up the conversations had behind the scenes at Waitangi as he comes under fire for what he said publicly.   Christopher ...

Aaron Martin: NZ Immigration Lawyer on job offers becoming 'commodities' under the Accredited Employer Work Visa system

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Abuse of the work visa scheme appears to have increased in recent times. RNZ is reporting nearly 200 employers have had their licence to hire migrants...

Michael Dance: Manager on new pet food factory

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Canterbury is getting a new pet food canning facility next month, rolling out 30 million tins a year.  Pet food exports already total more than $300 ...

Rick Herd: Building CEO on rising costs

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development are warning that the construction sector is set for a hard year.  New builds are expected to drop drast...

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the Kings' health

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

King Charles has begun treatment for a form of cancer. Buckingham Palace says during his recent procedure for benign prostate enlargement, a separate ...

Sophie Trigger: Waitangi Day commemorations

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hundreds of protesters have arrived as part of a hikoi at Te Tii Marae. The march has travelled 200km over five days, leaving Cape Reinga on Friday. S...

Winston Peters: Deputy PM on Waitangi Day

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Deputy Prime Minister and Leader of NZ First joins Tim Dower to discuss Waitangi Day, and what makes this year different to previous commemorations. ...

Tim Dower: The Break From Waitangi Day Drama Is Over

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Waitangi celebrations this year promise to be the most, shall we say, spirited that we've seen in quite a while. To be honest, I've enjoyed a break fr...

Craig Little: 'Disgrace' Cyclone Lotto Draw Funding Hasn't Been Allocated

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The mayor of a Hawke's Bay town says it's a disgrace that funding from a special Lotto draw after Cyclone Gabrielle, hasn't yet been allocated. The sp...

Govt Braces For Tense Reception At Waitangi

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is bracing for a tense reception at Waitangi today. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, alongside Winston Peters and David Seymour, are b...

Gil Barndollar: Doubt US Airstrikes In Yemen Will Work

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is some doubt whether the US approach to Yemen-based Houthi is the right one. The US and UK have launched a third round of strikes against the m...

Climate Change Top Concern For Farmers

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Climate change and extreme weather events are top of farmers' concerns for the next decade. In a new report funded by Our Land and Water, more than 28...

Mark the Week: Chlöe Swarbrick is the obvious replacement choice

01 Feb 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.    James Shaw: 6/10  Likeab...

Mike's Minute: Parents need to wake up when it comes to absenteeism

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the school week having mostly ground back into life this week, I was very pleased that the Prime Minister went to school himself yesterday with a...

Dr Michael Fletcher: Victoria University School of Governance and Policy Studies senior research fellow on the proposed lift to the minimum wage

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s doubt the latest proposed lift in the minimum wage will do enough to help workers.   The Government's increasing the minimum wage by 2% to ...

Tonia Haskell: Wellington Water CEO disputes findings of the independent report into the company

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wellington's water service provider is at odds with the City Council after an independent report found multiple failings.  Wellington City Council la...

Mark Mitchell: Corrections Minister says there are too many people out on electronic bail

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Corrections Minister says there are too many people out on electronic bail.  A briefing has revealed the number of people on electronic bail has ...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the United States' plans to retaliate against the drone strikes in Jordan

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The United States says it'll take all necessary actions to defend itself, its interests, and its people in the middle east.   It comes after three US...

Casey Costello: Associate Health Minister on the tobacco excise tax claims

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has told Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking she did not ask to remove the excise tax on tobacco. However, she conce...

Kevin McCloud: Grand Designs Presenter on his love of architecture and his tour 'Keith McCloud's Home Truths'

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Those with even a passing interest in architecture and design will know the name Kevin McCloud.   The award-winning presenter and broadcaster of Gran...

Mike's Minute: It's sad, but it doesn't get a lot worse

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"To whom much is given, much will be required."  It's a great quote and is one of the reasons why my sympathy for Golriz Ghahraman is somewhat limite...

Mahe Drysdale: Former Olympic Rower on the Employment Relations Authority's decision to rule in favour of the Athletes' Cooperative over High Performance Sport NZ

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday saw a major win for some of New Zealand’s top athletes.   The Employment Relations Authority has ruled in favour of the Athletes’ Coope...

Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Managing Director on increase in non-discretionary arrears

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Concerns hold fast as the pressures of the cost of living continue to spread.  The latest Centrix Credit Indicator shows non-discretionary arrears ar...

Geoff Bilbrough: Education New Zealand Spokesperson on the research showing the positive ratings of international students

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's education reputation remains strong with overseas audiences as new research shows the benefits international students bring to the count...

David Howie: Waste Management NZ on implementation of national standardised recycling rules

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From today, recycling rules will be the same for most New Zealanders.  Standardised recycling has been introduced in a bid to make the process more e...

Andrew Bayly: Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs on the slashing of lending regulations

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The banking sector is celebrating as the Government plans to slash red tape on lending.  The financial services sector will see regulations cut on li...

Judith Collins: Defence Minister says there is still groundwork to lay before a decision on AUKUS can be made

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Defence Minister says there's still a lot of groundwork to lay before any decision on AUKUS is made.   Judith Collins and Foreign Minister Winsto...

Darren Gibbs: Westpac Senior Economist says that sticky inflation is to blame for an OCR cut not happening until next year

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

High inflation in certain parts of the economy is dashing hopes of a cut in the OCR.   Reserve Bank Chief Economist Paul Conway says that despite ove...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the United States' response to the deadly drone attack in northeastern Jordan

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The US is considering its response to the first deadly strike on its forces in the Middle East since the Gaza war began.  Three US servicemen were ki...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on the timeline for rolling out extra police

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Police Minister Mark Mitchell is 'fessing up to a mistake he made around the timeline for extra police.   Yesterday he told Parliament the original t...

Valery Feigin: AUT Neuroscientist on the risks of Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chips

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Doctors are warning of the risks of implanted chips after Elon Musk's company Neuralink claims to have successfully implanted a device in someone's br...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister affirms the two year timeline for adding 500 more cops to the beat

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister seems to be differing from his Police Minister on the timeline of when the Government will add 500 cops to the beat.   In Parliame...

James Shaw: Outgoing Green Party Co-leader on his resignation and what's next

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Outgoing Green Party co-leader James Shaw says his next career steps remain uncertain.   He announced his resignation yesterday after almost nine yea...

Yvonne Willering: Former Silver Fern player and Coach on Dame Noeline Taurua's Silver Ferns coaching future tease

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Silver Ferns took third at the Nations Cup and the conversation quickly turned to Dame Noeline Taurua’s future as coach.  Her original contract...

Nadine Tunley: Horticulture NZ CEO on the boost in 2024's crop yield

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looks like a good year is ahead for the horticulture industry.  The Horticulture Department is estimating a 12% increase for this year’s apple and ...

Doug Heye: Former Republican Communications Director on the US Southern Border potentially becoming a big issue for both parties in the presidential race

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A prediction that the US southern border will be a big issue for both political parties.  Joe Biden has been struggling to get a border deal over the...

Gillian Blythe: Water NZ CEO on the pressure on politicians to fix the water crisis in Wellington

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pressure is mounting on politicians to act urgently to fix Wellington's water crisis.  The city is currently under level 2 restrictions but faces tig...

Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister on the ongoing struggles with inflation

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s being predicted that interest rates won't be going down for some time.  Despite inflation in line with expectations of 4.7%, non-tradable inf...

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on the Government's 'Māori Issue' being its biggest hurdle of 2024 (1)

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's thought the Government's 'Māori Issue' will be its biggest hurdle this year.  Parliament sits for the first time this year today and the coalit...

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on the Government's 'Māori Issue' being its biggest hurdle of 2024

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's thought the Government's 'Māori Issue' will be its biggest hurdle this year.  Parliament sits for the first time this year today and the coalit...

Nicolette Dickson: Oranga Tamariki Spokesperson on the increase of harm for those in it's care

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Oranga Tamariki says there's been an increase in emotional abuse of children returning to their parents, and physical harm between children in its res...

Heath Milne: CEO on West Coast tourism numbers

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The West Coast is punching above its weight with visitor spending numbers. Last year's figures rose more than 30-percent from 2022. It's way ahead of ...

Dr Nina Hood: Education Hub founder on policy changes

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An education researcher says the government's new education requirements will mean no change for some schools -- and a lot for others. The new governm...

Geoffrey Miller: Analyst on a plan for funding the UN

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An international geopolitical analyst says New Zealand's review of funding to the UN's aid agency in Gaza is appropriate - but should be done quickly....

David Seymour: ACT leader on state of the nation speech

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour wants New Zealand to recover from what he calls two lost decades. In his state of the nation address over the weekend, he claimed not mu...

Nick Smith: Mayor on risk of landslides (1)

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Councils are getting the push from scientists to create their own risk maps for deadly landslides. Landslides are responsible for more deaths in New Z...

Nick Smith: Mayor on risk of landslides

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Councils are getting the push from scientists to create their own risk maps for deadly landslides. Landslides are responsible for more deaths in New Z...

Neil Wagner: Black Cap on the Test Cricket match between New Zealand and Australia selling out

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you were after tickets to New Zealand and Australia’s next cricket clash, you’re out of luck.  Despite the test still being a month out, ticke...

Ken Hindmarsh: Cathedral Cove Scenic Cruises Tour Operator on the Department of Conservation's latest track update

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Cathedral Cove tourism operator believes the Department of Conservation's latest track update is just another delaying tactic.   The track has been...

Tim Dower: What the heck is the Associate Health Minister doing?

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What the heck is the Associate Health Minister doing floating the idea of a freeze on cigarette tax increases?  We know the ongoing hikes in tobacco ...

Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent on Australia Day prevailing in polls despite protest and opposition

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks 236 years since Britain's First Fleet landed in Sydney Harbour.  Protestors have marked it by vandalising statues of Captain James Cook a...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Florida banning social media for children under 16

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Florida's legislators have passed a bill to ban social media for children under 16.  It will affect any site that tracks user activity, allows for on...

Heidi Walker: Flight Centre General Manager on the surging numbers of inbound travel bookings to New Zealand

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A win for our local tourism operators as inbound travel bookings to New Zealand surge.  Flight Centre data shows they've increased 65% in the last th...

Brooke van Velden: Workplace Relations and Internal Affairs Minister says the Government needs to be more careful with sensitive information

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Cabinet Minister wants the Government to be more careful around sensitive information.  An MBIE investigation’s found a confidential cabinet pape...

Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: Whanau Ora Commissioning Chair on Oranga Tamariki's data issues

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

People have been left shocked and disappointed by Oranga Tamaraki's data issues around children's healthcare.  An Independent Children’s Monitor re...

Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety Spokesperson on the increase in breath tests in 2023

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are hopes that the increase in breath tests will be a turning point for reducing deaths and injuries from drunk driving.  Provisional figures s...

David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgages CEO on the reducing home interest rates

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lower inflation is thought to be responsible for ASB reducing interest rates on its three, four, and five-year home loans.  The Official Cash Rate's ...

Steve Alker: Kiwi golfer on his success in 2023 and taking the 2024 PGA Tour Championships

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2023 is well on the green for kiwi golfer Steve Alker.  He took the opening tournament of the 2024 PGA Tour Championships by four strokes, making thi...

Tim Dower: American politics is baffling

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

American politics is pretty baffling, isn't it?  In arguably the most powerful nation on earth, with a population of well over 300 million and both t...

David Lawrence: Artistic Director on the Pop-Up Globe's first major production since 2020

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A night at the theatre is back on the table.  The Pop-Up Globe returns next month, bringing well-loved classics to life for the first time since 2020...

Chris Small: ABC Business Sales Managing Director on the uptick in baby boomers selling their businesses

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Baby boomers are back in the business of selling their businesses.   Professional services network PwC says it’s seen an uptick in enquiries from o...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister says there is more work to be done to reduce inflation

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister says the Government still has work to do in reducing inflation.   The Consumers Price Index rose 4.7% in the year to December, a...

John Battersby: Massey University International Security Expert on the proposal to give lethal aid to Ukraine

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand is considering giving lethal aid to Ukraine in a proposed new round of assistance.  Most of Aotearoa's support to the nation, under siege...

David Seymour: ACT Leader on the plans for the Treaty Principles Bill

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour is remaining defiant in the face of a lack of enthusiasm for his treaty plans from his boss.  The Prime Minister is making it clear tha...

Tim Dower: How will our actions be perceived?

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Six Defence Force specialists are off to the hot zone in the Middle East.  Judith Collins has been at pains to stress they won't be in combat roles, ...

Ryan Cosgrove: Campaign for Wool Chair on the data showing signs of promise in the US market

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand wool is finding its feet in the US market.  New research from the Campaign for Wool reveals that at least three in four purchasers would ...