The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Marcus Beveridge: Queen City Law Immigration Lawyer on the new passport rules for British-NZ dual nationals

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New passport rules for Brits living in New Zealand are causing some angst.   Dual nationals will now be required to have a UK passport to enter t...

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister on the resignations of three of five of the Retail Crime Ministerial Advisory Group members

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Justice Minister's dismissing suggestions there's an issue within the Ministerial Advisory Group for victims of retail crime amid resignations.&nb...

Full Show Podcast: 26 January 2026

25 Jan 2026

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 26th of January, we get the latest from Tauranga mayor Mahe Drysdale on the slip and th...

Ben Ruthe: Sam Ruthe's father comments on son's stunning athletics achievement

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The dream continues for a teen running sensation, Sam Ruth. He became the fastest ever 16-year-old to run the mile following this weekend's Cook's Cla...

Mike Atkinson: Aspire Property Managing Director comments on renters being rejected for owning pets

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some renters across the country feel they're still being unfairly rejected for owning pets, despite recent legislation changes. New rules came into fo...

Ed McKnight: Opes Partners Resident Economist says Airbnb restrictions are not the answer to more housing in Queenstown

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Global tourist hotspots like Barcelona and New York are banning or restricting the use of short term accommodation, like AirBnB to try to free up hous...

Mahe Drysdale: Mayor of Tauranga hopeful that recovery efforts will resume today following spells of bad weather

25 Jan 2026

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Tauranga's Mayor says they're hopeful recovery work can resume today,  after Thursday's slip at Mount Maunganui. Six people remain unaccounted fo...

Cam Winter: Oliver Road Luxury Real Estate Founder and Managing Director discusses overseas buyers purchasing homes in Queenstown

25 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Queenstown's seeing a surge in ultra wealthy overseas buyers looking to purchase houses. A luxury real estate agent is reporting a 600 percent increas...

Mark the Week: Trump's an infuriating mix of effective and insane

22 Jan 2026

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.    Trump: 6/10 ...

Mike's Minute: ACC is being scammed, but it can be fixed

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

ACC is in crisis.  I'm not sure if that’s news to you or not.  They are sinking in a sea of debt. They are forecast in four short years to...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the latest developments around Trump and Greenland

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Greenland's been kept in the dark over discussions between Donald Trump and NATO about its future.  The US President claims he’s laid the groun...

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: ACC and Kate's pickleball injury, and marriage and anniversaries

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Friday has come and Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back for the first time this year to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed ACC and Kate’s pick...

Full Show Podcast: 23 January 2026

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 23rd of January, Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell provides an update on the slip...

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Ltd CEO on tourism numbers reaching the highest point in over five years

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The tourism rebound continues.   New figures from Stats NZ show 3.48 million arrivals in the year to November – up 214 thousand on last year, a...

Dr Elizabeth Heeg: Forest Owners Association CEO on the Government proposing further cost reductions under the Emissions Trading Scheme

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The forestry sector is set to pay less, more efficiently.   The Government is proposing further cost reductions on carbon credits, Forestry Minis...

Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist ahead of the inflation rate announcement for Q4

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank isn't expected to change its course, despite inflation remaining higher for longer.  Stats NZ is providing its latest CPI update...

Megan Main: ACC CEO on the organisation's plan to dig itself out of a fiscal hole

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

ACC believes it's already seeing results from a new plan to dig itself out of a fiscal hole.  The plan's been released after a critical report th...

Quentin Smith: Queenstown Lakes Deputy Mayor on a McDonald's getting greenlit in Wanaka

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

McDonald’s finally has the green light to build its golden arches in Wanaka, more than two years after first floating the idea.  The fast-food ...

Mark Mitchell: Emergency Management Minister on the rescue efforts after the landslide at Mount Maunganui

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Destruction and tragedy have come in the wake of slips caused by record rainfall in the upper North Island.  Police have confirmed two bodies hav...

Mike's Minute: An ode to Dunedin

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A nod to Dunedin.  The place of my birth and a bunch of fairly happy years in the early part of my radio career.  We were back last month fo...

Jeremy Corbett: Kiwi Comedian talks comedy, success, and 18 seasons of 7 Days

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There’s an appetite for live comedy in New Zealand at the moment.   Major international players such as Jimmy Carr and Matt Rife have had their...

Full Show Podcast: 22 January 2026

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22 January. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...

Mike Roan: Meridian Energy CEO on the reports of record high hydro inflows

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Despite record hydro inflows, the average Kiwi is unlikely to see any savings on their energy bills.   Inflows into the lakes hit 123% of the his...

Mimi Becker: 9News Europe Correspondent on Donald Trump's speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump may have turned down the heat by pledging no force will be used to take over Greenland, but he remains determined to control it.  Th...

Tony Brown: Springboks Assistant Coach on the All Blacks coaching saga, Scott Robertson's departure

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Brown has admitted to frustrations around the vacant All Blacks coaching role.  The former first-five has confirmed he intends to honour his...

Nick Brunsdon: Infometrics Principal Economist on the latest job data, state of the economy

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Economists say New Zealand’s outlook is improving, but we're not in recovery mode just yet.   SEEK NZ's latest Employment Report shows job ads ...

John Stevenson: Fonterra Co-operative Council Chair on Fonterra expanding its organics programme to the South Island

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fonterra has new plans to expand.  It’s bringing its organics business to the South Island, inviting farmers to join, with certification and pr...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump's continued demands to acquire Greenland

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cryptic answers from Donald Trump around what his next steps will be to achieve his goal of buying Greenland.   World leaders are meeting in Swit...

Mike's Minute: Election issues are already popping up

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We are standing by for the election date today.  It’s not what it was, kind of like budgets. The suspense, the scuttlebutt, the guessing game –...

Aimee McCammon: Pic's Peanut Butter CEO on the company reaching 41% market share in NZ

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Another Kiwi success story.   Pic’s Peanut Butter has now hit a 41% domestic market share in New Zealand.  They’re forecasting 20% sales...

Full Show Podcast: 21 January 2026

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 21st of January, we hear some more good economic news with the services sector in growth...

Sir Jim Mann: Otago University Professor of Medicine and Human Nutrition on the push to make dietary fibre an essential nutrient

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dietary fibre could soon receive a long-overdue promotion.  Otago University researchers want it recognised internationally as an essential nutri...

Carl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO on Fletcher Building selling its construction arm to Vinci

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fletcher Building's sale of its construction arm is being welcomed. It will sell to French construction firm Vinci for just over $315 million. The Com...

Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen talk severe weather, caucus retreats, housing intensification

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell is skipping today's National Party caucus retreat in Christchurch to deal with the unfolding weather situa...

Chris Whelan: Universities NZ CEO on the number of New Zealanders with university degrees

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's thought New Zealand is lagging behind international trends in university education.  Ministry of Education data shows 39% of adults aged 25 ...

Matthew Hague: Lawyer and former police officer on the Inquiry into Tom Phillips' disappearance

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A lawyer says documentary evidence will be considered in the inquiry of Tom Phillips' disappearance.   Him and his children were missing for four...

Katherine Rich: Business NZ CEO on the growth in the services sector for the first time in two years

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

There are hopes our services sector is finally starting to turn a corner.  The latest BNZ – Business NZ Performance of Services Index shows the...

Mike's Minute: Should Anna Breman be in trouble?

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Of all the nutty stuff Trump is up to, the most egregious is the DOJ-Jerome Powell investigation.  Powell —I have not one shadow of doubt— ma...

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the Conservative MPs joining up with Reform UK

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Conservative MPs are continuing to jump ship to Reform UK.  Andrew Rosindell is the second MP to defect in the span of a week, following on from ...

Catherine Field: France Correspondent on European leaders' handling of Trump's attempts to take control of Greenland

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Europe is split on how to handle Donald Trump's escalating attempts to take control of Greenland.   The US President's said he will impose tariff...

Blair Tuke: Black Foils Co-CEO on the growth of Sail GP

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

People can’t get enough of Sail GP.  There was an average of 18 million dedicated broadcast views per event in 2025, with both social media and...

Full Show Podcast: 20 January 2026

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 20th of January, Education Minister Erica Stanford downplays the number of teacher vac...

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the energy companies applying for oil and gas exploration permits

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A couple of green shoots beginning to emerge in the energy sector.   US owned oil and gas company JETEX has applied for a permit to extract coal ...

Rohan West: Tennis Auckland CEO on the timeline for the new ASB Classic covered court

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A timeline of sorts for the new $15 million ASB Classic roof in Auckland.   2027 is the “dream date”, with a more realistic timeline being be...

Jane Wrightson: Retirement Commissioner on the need for care when changing the retirement age

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Retirement Commissioner is asking for a careful and considered approach for changing the retirement age. During his State of the Nation speech yes...

Troy Churton: Orākei Local Board Planning Portfolio Lead on the Government looking at changing the Auckland housing intensification plans

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some relief is being felt by Auckland's local boards as the Government looks to back-track on its housing requirements.   The Government has mand...

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the rise in teaching vacancies

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Education Minister's unfazed by a rise in sector vacancies, saying these aren't the right figures to be looking at.   Around 450 teaching and...

David Cunningham: Squirrel Mortgage Brokers CEO on ANZ raising its floating home loan rate

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Questions over why our largest bank has hiked its floating home loan rate.  ANZ's lifted its rate 10 basis points to 5.79%.  It says the mov...

Mike Hosking: What a year 2026 is going to be

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I don’t think there’s a scriptwriter in Hollywood who could out-dramatize real life right now. It seems the show is back just in time for a year o...

Full Show Podcast: 19 January 2026

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 19th of January, the Prime Minister joins Mike in studio to talk the state of the econo...

Mike's Minute: I still have questions over Razor's departure

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m a bit exercised about Scott Robertson, because I like him and I thought he was a good coach. His record at Canterbury spoke for itself. The trou...

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Jason Pine discuss Summer Cricket, Usman Khawaja and the Australian Open

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Pine and Andrew Saville join Mike Hosking this morning to discuss the weekend's sports. On the table today: Australian cricket legend Usman Khaw...

Chris Luxon: Prime Minister says his State of the Nation speech will focus on his plan for the country's future

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says his State of the Nation speech will focus on his plan for setting up the country's future  Chris Luxon is set to make the...

Andrew Rettman: Observer Foreign Editor says European leaders scoping out wiggle-room in Trump's bid for Greenland

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

European leaders are meeting to work out how they can talk Donald Trump down from attempting to force the sale of Greenland.  The US President's ...

Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister says Kiwis aren't feeling economic relief despite positive markers

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A former Finance Minister says many people aren't feeling economic relief despite positive markers.  The Prime Minister is giving his State of th...

David Cooper: New Zealand Immigration Partners Chief Executive says Kiwis are crossing the ditch without doing their homework

18 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A shock for some New Zealanders moving across the ditch - as they face hidden taxes and fewer benefits they didn't expect. Record numbers are mov...

Best of 2025: Chris Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

"We've answered every question": Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry  Labour leader Chris Hipkins says he's already answered the ...

Best of 2025: Mike's Minute - Here's the truth on working from home

10 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Hasn’t working from home become funny?  Seek have produced a thing called Money Matters, and they look at work-life balance.  Actually, ha...

Best of 2025: Kate calls out Mike during Wrapping the Week on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking once again to Wrap the Week that was.  On today’s agenda was the gender pay gap, the Tom Phill...

Best of 2025: Dame Noeline Taurua gives first interview since coaching saga began on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dame Noeline Taurua gives her first interview since the saga began Dame Noeline Taurua has broken her silence, following her suspension and reinstatem...

Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week with "some rando", Sir John Key

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Friday once more, but Mike Hosking’s panel for Wrapping the Week looks a little different.  Tim Wilson is off on holiday, so a special g...

Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week - Coffee snobs and how 60 differs to 40

04 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The A-Team is back to Wrap the Week, with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joining Mike Hosking to discuss the week that was.  They discussed Mike’...

Best of 2025: Ed Sheeran talks his career, fame, and 2026 Loop Tour on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

03 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

“Finding the balance”: Ed Sheeran talks fame and staying grounded, 2026 tour   One of the world’s bestselling artists, Ed Sheeran is one of...

Best of 2025: New Air NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

"Everything to keep you guys safe": New CEO of Air NZ comments on mass cancellations In the North Island, Red Wind Warnings are in place for Wellingto...

Best of 2025: Jimmy Carr talks comedy, upcoming tour on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

"Such a joyful thing": Jimmy Carr talks comedy, upcoming NZ tour  Jimmy Carr is well known for a couple of things, his controversial comedy and d...

Best of 2025: Eric Topol talks longevity on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Longevity: What's the secret to living longer, healthier lives?  People are becoming increasingly more interested in living longer.  Health,...

Best of 2025: Dr Libby Weaver talks iron deficiencies on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is an iron deficiency holding you back? Dr Libby Weaver discusses  A common deficiency could be holding you back.  Iron is the most common n...

Best of 2025: Murray Bartlett and Annie Murphy talk 'Nine Perfect Strangers' on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

27 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"A wild, unhinged romp": Annie Murphy and Murray Bartlett talk 'Nine Perfect Strangers'  Kiwis will be able to experience the drama as ‘Nine Pe...

Best of 2025: Mark Robinson unpacks resignation from NZ Rugby on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Time to move": Mark Robinson unpacks resignation from NZ Rugby Outgoing New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson believes he's leaving the game in a bett...

Best of 2025: Joseph Parker on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Absolutely no idea": Joseph Parker uncertain of his next opponent  Joseph Parker’s next fight is still up in the air.   The Kiwi boxer wa...

Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week - Supermarket collectables and ad jingles

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking once again to Wrap the Week that was.  They discussed clothes shopping and quiet luxury, Mike’...

Best of 2025: James May talks his stage show on the Mike Hosking Breakfast

21 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"You can't rewind": James May takes to the stage with 'exciting' new show  When you hear the name ‘James May’, it’s likely you think of car...

Full Show Podcast: 19 December 2025

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast with Heather du Plessis-Allan Full Show Podcast for Friday 19th of December, we cover off the better-than-expected Q3 GD...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: This is my politician of the year

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s that time of the year where we pick our politician of the year.  For me, it's the same person as last year.  Political commentators, ...

Wrapping the Week with Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson: Christmas plans, Vanity Fair photoshoot, holidays

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For the final time this year, Heather du Plessis-Allan was joined by Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson to Wrap the Week that Was. They discussed the Vanity...

Warren Maher: Waikato Regional Council Chair on the request for a one year extension of the Te Huia service

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Hamilton to Auckland passenger rail service could come off the tracks if it becomes too expensive for rate payers.   Waikato Regional Council...

Kruze Tangira: Former Men's netball skipper and commentator on the resignation of Jennie Wyllie as Netball NZ CEO

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The resignation of Netball New Zealand CEO Jennie Wyllie had to happen.  That's the view of former New Zealand men's netball skipper and commenta...

Liz Gregory: Leavers' Trust Founder on the Government cancelling the registration of Gloriavale's school

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A push for the Government to use its powers to begin dismantling Gloriavale.  The Secretary for Education has cancelled the Christian sect school...

Andy England: Darfield High School Principal on the rising number of students disciplined for physical assault

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A view school violence is changing, with fewer mass fights, but far more frequent outbursts.  New data shows 12,300 students were disciplined for...

Richard Prebble: Former Associate Finance Minister on the GDP, path of the economy

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A prediction that 2026 will be a very good year for the economy.   GDP grew 1.1% in the September quarter.   Former Associate Finance Minist...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the White House's new Presidential Walk of Fame

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump has unveiled a new Presidential Walk of Fame in The White House.  It includes portraits of all the previous presidents and correspon...

Gerard Bond: Oceania Gold CEO on the approval of the $8 billion Waihi North mine

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The $8 billion Waihi North mine has been given the approval to go for gold, and there could be many millions of ounces out of it.  It's been give...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: This is why postal voting needs to go

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Surely that judge throwing out the election result in Auckland has started the clock ticking on postal voting.  This case may not seem a big deal...

Matiu Walters: Six60 Lead Singer discusses the band's drive, festival, new single

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not a Kiwi summer without Six60, and the county’s highest selling live band is rolling on.   They’ve dropped their latest single, ‘W...

Full Show Podcast: 18 December 2025

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast with Heather du Plessis-Allan Full Show Podcast for Thursday 18th of December, we speak to the new Deputy Police Commiss...

Craig Williams: Maketū Pies General Manager on the first hot pie vending machine in Rotorua

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A Kiwi classic with added convenience.  Rotorua has its first hot pie vending machine, stocked with the famous Maketū Pies.  All ten variet...

Andrew Body: Financial Markets and Banking Expert on the Reserve Bank's changes to banks' capital holding requirements

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hopes a Reserve Bank move will translate to better prices for borrowers might be overly optimistic.  It is changing the mix of capital banks are ...

Brooke van Velden: Workplace Relations Minister on early end to the road cone tipline, its findings

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government maintains its road cone hotline has been worthwhile.  The pilot, which encouraged the public to report excessive cone use, ends to...

Mike Pannett: New Deputy Police Commissioner on his appointment to the role following the McSkimming fallout

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Newly minted Deputy Police Commissioner Mike Pannett says he's up for the challenge as he starts the job.   His predecessor Jevon McSkimming was ...

Claire Achmad: Children's Commissioner on the Coroner's report into the self-inflicted deaths of six Northland youths

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Schools and kura could have an important role to play in preventing youth suicide.   Coroner Tania Tetitaha's inquiry into the self-inflicted dea...

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist ahead of the final GDP announcement

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Several of the major banks expect a significant bounce back in GDP for Q3 when Stats NZ releases its economic figures later this morning.  Westpa...

Full Show Podcast: 17 December 2025

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast with Heather du Plessis-Allan Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 17th of December, Nicola Willis responds to the surplus be...

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Nicola Willis needs to be braver and cut more

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's no surprise that Nicola Willis has pushed out surplus by another year.  That now makes it three years in two years, as in she has delayed su...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Nick Reiner being arrested on suspicion of murdering Rob and Michele Reiner

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The son of Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner is being held on suspicion of the murder of his parents.    Police say 32-year-old Nick R...

Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen on retail crime, highs and lows of 2025, Government's books

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today Heather du Plessis-Allan was joined by Labour’s Ginny Andersen and National’s Mark Mitchell to recap the highs and lows of 2025 on the final...

Scott Dixon: Indycar Champion on the opening of the Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway in Auckland

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A momentous day for New Zealand motorsport.  The Sir Colin Giltrap Raceway, a world-class karting facility in Auckland, is officially opening.&nb...

Angus Chambers: General Practice Owners Association Chair on the proposed new Primary Health Organisation

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A possible win for the General Practice Owners Association, as they take on the so-called healthcare duopoly and cost pressures.  Their proposal ...

Vi Hausia: Former Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board Deputy Chair on the overturning of the Papatoetoe election due to manipulated voting papers

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Questions over whether the postal voting system is working after a South Auckland local body election was overturned.  Judge Richard McIlraith ru...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government pushing out surplus expectations

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government insists it has a plan to turn the economy around.  Treasury's Half Year Economic and Fiscal Update shows the country is first fore...

Oliver Hartwich: NZ Initiative Executive Director on the new Ministry of Cities, Environment, Regions and Transport

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Critics aren't convinced the Government's new mega-Ministry will work.   It's merging the environment, housing and urban development, and transpo...