The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Rob Campbell: Former Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora Chair thinks the management numbers of the organisation could be cut

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A former health boss believes there are too many managers at the helm of the Health Ministry.  Newstalk ZB can reveal the Ministry of Health consider...

Simeon Brown: Local Government Minister on the decision to subject Māori wards to community referendum

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government says it's fully aligned around the coalition commitment to make a U-turn on Māori wards.   A new bill requires the provision of Māor...

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the changing mood in the UK as a result of the aid workers killed in an Israeli airstrike

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pressure is being heaped on Israel after their airstrike killed seven aid workers in Gaza.  UK Correspondent Rod Liddle says that the mood and temper...

Mike's Minute: The EV hype machine is over

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The forecasts were right.  The sales of electrified cars were bad in March. They said it would be after they were bad in January and bad in February....

Sharon Davies: Talent Propeller Managing Director on the work ethics and hiring of Generation Z

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gen Z is proving to be a pain in the workplace.  Overseas employers say they’re a nightmare to hire, they can barely get through an interview, are ...

Full Show Podcast: 4 April 2024

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 4th of April, Education Minister Erica Stanford joined for a discussion about New Zealand...

Rob Nichol: NZ Rugby Players' Association CEO on their plan to call for the NZ Rugby board to resign immediately

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More drama has arisen surrounding the NZ Rugby board.  The NZ Rugby Players’ Association is calling for the entire board to quit immediately and fo...

Jeremy Helson: Seafood New Zealand CEO on the lifting on the temporary ban on US exports

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A huge win for commercial fishing after a temporary ban on US exports was lifted.  Following a case brought before US courts by Sea Shepherd in 2022,...

Nadia Lim and Carols Bagrie: NZ Celebrity farming couple on their success with Royalburn Station and the second season of 'Nadia's Farm'

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's been about five years since Nadia Lim and Carlos Bagrie took over Royalburn Station, their endeavours growing the 485-hectare farm into the agric...

Greig Epps: Vehicle Import Association Chief Executive on the drop in electric vehicle sales

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mixed reports from electric vehicle dealers following a further softening of the market.   It took another plunge in March with just 9% of passenger ...

Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the issues with the new Aotearoa Histories Curriculum

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Teachers are feeling overwhelmed by the scale of change needed to teach the new Aotearoa Histories Curriculum.   An Education Review Office report fi...

Anne Tolley: Tauranga Commission Chair defends way the group has been running the city

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tauranga commission chairwoman Anne Tolley has revealed she would prefer a “hybrid” local governance model as democracy sometimes “fails”. ...

Mike's Minute: We need more politicians like Shane Jones

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The only mistake Shane Jones made in cancelling the Kermadec Ocean Sanctuary was he did it on a Thursday, and as a result the news would have been mi...

Steve Price: Australian Correspondent on the reopening of the Lehrmann case

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The day before the verdict would be announced, Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation case against Network Ten has been reopened.  Channel Ten has won their b...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the deaths of aid workers in Gaza from Israeli air raids

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Widespread shock and calls for an investigation after seven aid workers were killed in Gaza by Israeli air raids.   World Central Kitchen is suspendi...

Keith McLaughlin: Centrix Managing Director on the drop in consumer arrears month-on-month

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New data suggests most people are managing their cash flows quite well.  The latest Centrix credit report shows the number of people behind on their ...

Willy Leferink: Synlait Supplier and former Chair of Federated Farmers on the debt and loss Synlait is facing

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's challenging time for dairy company Synlait. It's had a $96.2 million loss for the six months to January compared to a $4.8 million profit in the ...

Full Show Podcast: 3 April 2024

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 3rd of April, Kerri Nuku of the Nurses Organisation joined for a chat about security in ...

Pollies: Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell on the rising levels of violence in hospitals and the machete attack in Wairarapa

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Police Minister says permanent security guards in hospitals may be something the Government will have to look at. A Wairarapa Hospital visitor suf...

Kerri Nuku: Nurses Organisation President says nurses should be involved in the conversation as to what to do about rising violence in emergency departments

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The nurses union fears more violent incidents will take place unless something changes. A Wairarapa Hospital visitor suffered a skull fracture after b...

Sue Barker: Charity Lawyer on StarJam's urgent appeal as it faces closure

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A grim picture is being painted of the state of the country's charities. It follows an urgent financial appeal from disability youth charity StarJam, ...

Enda Brady: UK Correspondent on Scotland's new hate speech laws and JK Rowling's response

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

JK Rowling has waded into the argument surrounding Scotland’s new hate speech laws.  The Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Act is intended to ...

Catherine Field: European Correspondent on the military equipment France is sending to Ukraine

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ukraine will be receiving a boost from the French.  Tuesday will see the French Defence Minister joined by the US Secretary of State to show off some...

Full Show Podcast: 2 April 2024

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 2nd April 2024, we talked to former Cabinet Minister Peter Dunne and Prime Minister Christ...

Mike's Minute: The Government need less talk, more delivery

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There seems to be some debate, or at least questions, around when the Government are going to address the business of Māori seats at local council le...

Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt on the Warriors win, the NFL, and sport over the Easter weekend

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the plethora of sport that took place over the long weekend and dive into the great win ...

Julie-Anne Kincade KC: Law Association Vice President on the merits of the jury system in the overloaded justice system

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A top lawyer is highlighting the merits of the jury system in the wake of concern from the Justice Minister.  Official data shows defendants are incr...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses the Government's new action plan

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says his new action plan isn't just an announcement of an announcement.   The 36-point action plan includes reintroducing three st...

Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the increasing rates of student stand downs

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s rising concerns new school stand down figures are a symptom of a report on classroom behaviour.  New Education Ministry data shows around 2...

Peter Dunne: Political Commentator on the Government's new action plan

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new Government priority list is being described as a gimmick.   The checklist includes reintroducing three strikes, delivering tax relief, and crea...

Keith Woodford: Lincoln University Honorary Professor of Agri-Food Systems on the impact of China's growing dairy industry

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An agricultural expert's hopeful that China's growing dairy industry isn't all bad news for New Zealand.  China is on track to become the third bigge...

Mike's Minute: Hipkins is a hypocrite on tax

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've been surprised this week by the amount of coverage Chris Hipkins managed to get himself around tax.  If you think about it, he didn't say anythi...

Mark the Week: Russell Coutts was the hero of the week

27 Mar 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.    Donald Trump: 7/10  He f...

Wrapping the Week: Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discuss the cost of pies, travel, real estate, and wicking beds

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With Easter cutting the week short Tim Wilson and Kate Hawkesby joined Mike Hosking to wrap this week. This week's agenda covers everything from real ...

Rob Nichol: NZ Rugby Players' Association CEO on Rugby NZ's proposal aiming to overhaul its governing structure

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

NZ Rugby is aiming to overhaul its governing structure.  The board released a proposal aiming to change the sport’s leadership structure and create...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on the state of the retail sector and the impact of Easter

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Easter break could see the retail sector get a much-needed boost.  The sector has seen eight quarters of declining sales, kiwis tightening their ...

Full Show Podcast: 28 March 2024

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 28th of March, Finance Minister Nicola Willis joined to discuss the vagaries of yesterd...

Anthony Crummy: Hockey NZ CEO on the multi-year partnership with TVNZ bringing hockey to free to air TV

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another sport is finding its way to free to air TV.  TVNZ has signed a multi-year partnership with Hockey NZ, the first long term deal between the tw...

Gavin Male: CEO of NZ Compare on how households could save hundreds by switching broadband providers

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Switching up your internet provider could save you hundreds.  NZ Compare has found that households could save up to $360 a year by changing their bro...

Ruth Shinoda: Education Evaluation Centre Head on New Zealand students' behaviour becoming worse in the last two years

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The behaviour of our kids in the classroom continues to be a problem.  New research from the Education Review Office shows disruptive behaviour has b...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister discusses the Budget Policy Statement

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Speaking to Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking this morning, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said she wants to stick to her $3.5 billion promise for her budg...

Mike's Minute: Why are we surprised about China?

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It was hard to watch the China spying coverage yesterday without wondering what all the fuss was about.  It had an air of breathlessness about it, as...

Steve Price: Australian Correspondent on the Labour Party's detention immigration bill

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Australian Labour Party is making an effort to clean up an immigration “mess”.  Moments before question time yesterday the party introduced a...

Darren Gibbs: Westpac Senior Economist on what to expect from today's Budget Police Statement

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister will today unveil the Government's long-awaited Budget Policy Statement.  The document will shed important light on the fiscal s...

Andrew Geddis: Constitutional Law Expert says Winston Peters shouldn't get an apology for the Serious Fraud Office's case against the NZ First Foundation

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The question is being raised of whether Winston Peters is owed an apology after the Serious Fraud Office's case against the New Zealand First Foundati...

Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety Spokesperson says that warning signs ahead of permanent speed cameras would be a quick easy win for road safety

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Placing warning signs ahead of all permanent speed cameras would be a quick win for road safety.  Of the 10 new cameras added to Auckland and Northla...

Pollies: Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell discuss supermarket theft, SailGP and red tape, and if Winston Peters is owed an apology

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is red tape harming our country’s event industry?  Christchurch’s SailGP event has been overshadowed by CEO Sir Russell Coutts suggesting the eve...

Full Show Podcast: 27 March 2024

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 27th March 2024, Mike looked at China hacking our systems and questioned whether we shou...

Max Salmon: NZ Initiative Researcher on the study comparing the size of New Zealand's government to similar countries

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The New Zealand Government seems to be a bit bloated.  A study from New Zealand Initiative shows New Zealand has 44% more ministers, and one and a ha...

Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on potential adjustments to the Queenstown zoning issues impacting accommodation supplements

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A zoning issue that limits how much financial support Queenstown residents get for accommodation is being looked at by the Government.  An out-of-dat...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent says it will take awhile to get Baltimore port back in working order after the bridge collapsed

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

US officials are scrambling to get a critical Baltimore port reopened after a bridge collapse.  A fully-laden container ship lost power and rammed in...

Alistair Crozier: NZ China Council Executive Director says the issue of the cyberattack on Parliament can be worked out

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s believed that the New Zealand and China relationship will be able to overcome recent cyber-attack allegations.  The GCSB has connected an atta...

Mike's Minute: Some thoughts on the public service cuts

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the political battle unfolds with the public service over savings, it is worth remembering a couple of things.  As much heat as the Government is...

Catherine Field: Europe Correspondent on France implementing a maximum terrorist alert in response to the shooting in Moscow

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

France is on maximum alert in response to a shooting in Moscow.  At least 137 people were killed and 150 injured when gunmen opened fire at a rock c...

Tom O'Neil: Managing Director of cv.co.nz on the Tertiary Commission funding niche fields to increase enrolment

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Niche fields are being prioritised as the Tertiary Commission decides who gets funding.  Piano tuning and scaffolding are among the fields they’re ...

Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2024

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 26th March 2024, the Prime Minister joined the show in his weekly slot to talk red tape an...

David Walliams: UK Comedian and TV Personality on his upcoming tour 'An Audience with David Walliams'

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An iconic name in the comedy scene, David Walliams is giving a glimpse behind the curtain in a manner he’s never done before.  ‘An Audience with...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on investigating the banking sectors competitiveness and the difficulty of holding major events in New Zealand

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says it's too hard to hold events like SailGP in New Zealand.  The two-day event in Lyttelton over the weekend was overshadowed by...

Mike Bush: Former Police Commissioner on the failings found by the independent review into the Cyclone Gabrielle emergency response

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are concerns that Civil Defence isn't adequately prepared for emergencies, after failings were revealed in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle.  ...

Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood New Zealand CEO on the potential issues with the Family Boost Policy

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Potential issues are being raised with the Government's childcare policy.   From July, parents and caregivers will be able to claim a maximum of $75 ...

Mark Mitchell: Police Minister on the Gisborne homicide investigation, police pay negotiations and community violence

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One person has been arrested and taken into custody after two men were found dead and three others were injured from a 100-person mass brawl in Gisbor...

Enda Brady: Princess of Wales was effectively bullied into video announcement of cancer diagnosis

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Princess of Wales announced her cancer diagnosis over the weekend. Kate Middleton says she has been keeping the news private to explain to her you...

Full Show Podcast: 25 March 2024

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 25th March 2024, the police speak about the deadly Gisborne brawl and Mike gets to Britain ...

Dave de Lange: Police Detective Inspector on launch of homicide investigation after mass brawl in Gisborne

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A homicide investigation has been launched after two people died and three others were injured in a mass brawl in Gisborne on Saturday night.   The l...

Chris Hipkins: State of Nation speech focus on tax policy and looking ahead to the next election

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Labour leader Chris Hipkins gave a State of Nation speech on Sunday with a big focus on tax policy.  Hipkins tells Mike Hosking the scale of cuts the...

Mark the Week: Winston Peters got exactly what he wanted

21 Mar 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.    Common sense: 7/10  You ...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the Department of Justice and 15 states' legal suit against Apple

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The US Department of Justice and 15 states are suing Apple.  They're alleging it's used the powerful demand for its iPhone and other products to driv...

Mike's Minute: The world is looking at us for what not to do

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So, a recession it is then.  Another one.  We had one at the end of 2022, going into 2023. Remember those good times? It got revised initially and t...

Wrapping the Week: Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson join Mike Hosking to discuss intermittent fasting, vintage t-shirts, and the Warriors

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Wilson and Kate Hawkesby are back to wrap the week with Mike Hosking, discussing the Warriors, intermittent fasting, and vintage shirts. LISTEN AB...

Phil Mauger: Christchurch Mayor on the impact of the SailGP races in Christchurch this weekend

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's a big weekend for the Garden City.  Auckland's loss is Christchurch's gain when SailGP returns for a second year in a row while the Warriors pla...

Sue Garrett: Otago University Researcher on the need for workplaces to support those with Chronic Migraine

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The perception of chronic migraines as "just headaches" need to change in the workplace.  An Otago University study shows nearly a quarter of partici...

Simeon Brown: Transport Minister defends time needed to reverse blanket speed reductions

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Transport Minister is defending the time it will take to reverse the last Government's blanket speed reductions.  Cabinet has agreed to reverse m...

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on New Zealand moving into a technical recession

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nicola Willis promised Kiwis that there’s still “hope” despite the bleak outlook for the economy.  Finance Minister Nicola Willis spoke to Mike...

Roger Beaumont: Banking Association CEO on the Commerce Commission's report into the banking industry

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Banking Association says there is indeed competition in the market.   A draft report from the Commerce Commission has found a two-tier system div...

Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini's support for the Russian Election results

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Russian election has sparked a tussle between Italy’s Prime Minister and her Deputy.   Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has gone against th...

Mike's Minute: The gig economy has never been compulsory

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a court case going on in Wellington over Uber drivers and their so-called rights.  It's on the back of a massive case last week in Australia...

Cooper Alan: Country musician on his career, touring, and making music in Nashville

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The home of country music has launched another rising star.  Cooper Alan is one of Nashville’s up and comers with over 225 million streams, and 14 ...

Geoff Bilbrough: Education NZ General Manager of Marketing and Communications on the 43% increase in international students in 2023

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

International student enrolments topped 59,000 for the first eight months of 2023, a 43% increase compared to the full year in 2022.  English Languag...

Dr Kelly Burrowes: Auckland University vaping researcher says that enforcing fines will be the biggest challenge of the new vape ban

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More consequences are on the way for retailers selling illegal vaping products.  The Government is cracking down on vaping, banning single use vapes ...

Grant Robertson: Former Labour MP reflects on his career in politics

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Robertson says he acted in the best interests of New Zealanders throughout his career.   The politician delivered his valedictory last night, s...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the predictions for last quarter's GDP

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's gross domestic product isn't expected to have grown in the last quarter.   ASB is predicting a 0.2 percentage point drop, ANZ expects 0...

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the investigation into the re-opening of Marsden Point Oil Refinery

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's thought people shouldn't get too ahead of themselves as the idea to bring back Northland's Marsden Point Oil Refinery is floated.  The Governmen...

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Peter Navarro's trial and Donald Trump's discussion of retribution

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s no shortage of political drama amongst Trump’s cohort.   A former White House official, Peter Navarro is facing a four-month jail term fo...

Mike's Minute: Luxon needs to wake up to Winston's hijinks

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am not sure how it is, well over a quarter of a century into MMP, that we still have this mad idea that just because you are the head of one party, ...

Pollies: Labour's Ginny Andersen and National's Mark Mitchell on Grant Robertson's final day in politics

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks Grant Robertson’s final day in politics.  He’ll be delivering his final speech to Parliament today at 5:30, and leaves the field with...

Aimee Wiley: Motor Industry Association CEO on the proposed changes to road user charges for electric vehicles

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Changes to road user charges for EVs are being welcomed.  The Government's officially confirmed owners of plug-in hybrid vehicles will now pay $38 pe...

Rebecca Ingram: Tourism Industry Aotearoa CEO on the price increase for Great Walks

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Completing a Great Walk is set to become more expensive for the first time in four years.  The Department of Conservation is increasing the price of ...

Chris Cahill: Police Association President on the hiring freeze in response to Government cuts

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More issues are arising within the Police force.  In an effort to meet the Government’s cost cuts, indefinite restrictions have been placed on the ...

Adrian Macey: Victoria University Climate Expert on the financial impact of the Emissions Trading Scheme

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new Treasury paper reveals how the Government's main weapon for tackling the climate crisis could affect families financially.   It demonstrates ho...

Sunny Kaushal: Dairy and Business Owners Group chair on the stats showing the increase in retail crime rates in 2023

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A business leader says there's a retail crime emergency.   Police data shows more than 400 retail crimes were reported a day last year, with six staf...

Rod Liddle: UK Correspondent on the rumours that Penny Mordaunt is planning a coup

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Rumours a coup is brewing in the UK Conservative Party likely hold little truth.  In the last few days MP Penny Mordaunt has been at the centre of sp...

Mike's Minute: It was our fault Covid turned into a "thing"

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I watched an interview the other week with Marama Davidson.  It came after the elevation of Chloe Swarbrick to the leadership. Davidson wasn’t at t...

James Taylor: Award winning musician on his upcoming tour and extensive career

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of the bestselling musicians of all time, Grammy Award Winner and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Taylor is on his way to New Zealand.  He’s ...

Catherine Field: Europe Correspondent on the reaction to Vladimir Putin's landslide win in the Russian Election

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vladimir Putin has claimed a fifth term as Russia’s President.   He took an early lead with 88% of the vote upon polls closing on Sunday, and the f...

Lisa Pilkington: Auckland University researcher on the waste water alcohol consumption study

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Small town New Zealand is consuming more alcohol than the big cities.  New Auckland University wastewater analysis has found New Zealanders over 15 y...

Cheryl Adamson: Parnell Business Association GM on the Government's new expectations for Kainga Ora

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's new directives for Kainga Ora are being hailed a step in the right direction by the business community.   It's requiring the governm...

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on the tax expectations likely to be in the Budget and the Government's call to action around Kāinga Ora housing

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says the Government is calling for action over the 20% of Kāinga Ora houses left vacant for a month or more.   The Government's i...

Julie-Anne Kincade: Law Association Vice-President on the issues caused by underfunding in the justice system

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Law Association leader says the cuts being asked of the Justice Ministry will put more pressure on the system.   Chief Justice Dame Helen Winkelman...

Lawrence Meredith: EU Ambassador on the fast-tracking of a free trade agreement between NZ and the EU

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Parliament's fast-tracking powers are being used this week for a free trade agreement with the EU.  The EU FTA Legislation Bill will pass under urgen...

Mike Casey: Rewiring Aotearoa CEO on report showing it is cheaper to run a fully electric home and car in NZ

17 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A report from Rewiring Aotearoa found homes using gas appliances and petrol cars could save between $1500 and $4500 a year by switching to electric. ...