The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Episodes
Aaron Keown: Christchurch City Councillor on the parking costs around Christchurch Hospital
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are claims that Christchurch City Council is anti-car, following concerns over carpark access at Christchurch Hospital. Figures released to News...
Chris Abercrombie: PPTA Acting President on this weeks teacher strike
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Secondary teachers will be back on the picket line this week. Union members in different regions will be striking at different times between tomorrow ...
Mike Hosking on his exclusive view of coronation inside Westminster Abbey - A moment in history that lives forever
06 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
OPINION It’s hard to know where to start. But I had no shortage of time to work it out given I was seated in Westminster Abbey by 7.30am. I wondered...
Kate Hawkesby reveals Mike Hosking’s Saville Row coronation outfit shares the same shoes as Charles
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
News broke yesterday that veteran Newstalk ZB broadcaster Mike Hosking will be New Zealand’s sole media representative inside Westminster Abbey f...
Mike's Minute: Once again, London has been a thrill
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So this is it. It's our final broadcast and, as always, at the end of a journey you long for more. The event itself tomorrow will be spectacular. As w...
Mark the Week: About as good as it gets, what an honour
04 May 2023
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. Strikes: 2/10 I get the fru...
Harris Thien: NZDF leading aircraftman on being selected to walk with the Gold State Coach
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As part of the coronation procession, our Defence Force, along with 35 other Commonwealth countries, will march alongside their British counterparts. ...
Sam McIvor: Beef and Lamb chief executive on NZ being only country in the world with Kazakhstan to offset 100% of emissions
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Along with Kazakhstan we are the only countries in the world to allow 100 per cent of our fossil fuel emissions to offset all our greenhouse gas by pl...
Graham Norton: UK talk show host joins Mike Hosking to talk the excitement of the coronation
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It might not have been very long since we last said hello - but it's never too soon to catch up with our friend Graham Norton. Amongst an always busy ...
Alan Moffitt: Te Whatu Ora Director rejects the suggestion the country's health system is in a parlous state
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Te Whatu Ora rejects the suggestion the country's health system is in a parlous state, but there are workforce concerns. Its new winter preparedness p...
Lucy Hockings: Kiwi chief presenter at BBC on living in London and final build-up before the coronation
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whenever we come to the UK, it's always good to catch up with Kiwi Lucy Hockings. She has her own show, Live with Lucy Hockings, and has gone from st...
Mike's Minute: The Meka Whaitiri mess is a disgrace
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What a sordid, sloppy mess, eh? Meka Whaitiri is off, we still don’t know why and, somehow, she escapes the party hopping laws, so gets to stay on a...
Piers Morgan: UK broadcaster talks to Mike Hosking about cancel culture, Trump, and Harry and Meghan
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
British broadcaster Piers Morgan is no stranger to the phenomenon of cancel culture. Following criticism of the Oprah with Meghan and Harry interview,...
Nick Ferrari: UK radio breakfast host talks the King's coronation and the biggest issues facing Britain
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are few who have their finger on the current affairs pulse as Nick Ferrari does. The popular LBC radio breakfast host has been in his current ro...
Ian Scott: Employment expert discusses impact of latest job figures
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The unemployment rate for March has remained steady at 3.4 percent, with 102,000 people still out of work. Under utilisation fell to 9 percent, while ...
Richie McCaw: All Black great and ONZ holder ahead of attending the King's coronation
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just days away from the King's coronation and the New Zealand delegation have all landed in the country. One of those is Order of New Zealand holder a...
Doug King: Sports injury specialist says even a mild brain injury can significantly increase the risk of violent criminal behaviour
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A potential link between concussion and violent crime is becoming clearer. New research out of AUT shows even a mild traumatic brain injury can signif...
Peter Dunne: Former United Future Leader says the Meka Whaitiri saga has exposed the failures of the waka-jumping ban
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former United Future Leader Peter Dunne says the Meka Whaitiri saga has exposed the failures of the waka-jumping ban. Dunne, who defected from Labour ...
Joseph Nelson: NZ Trade Commissioner to the UK on how our international reputation is viewed
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As one of our largest trading partners, our relationship with the UK is of huge importance. The two way goods and services trade was worth $6 billion ...
Pollies: MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell on Meka Whaitiri, Hawke's Bay and tax plans
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell joined the Mike Hosking Breakfast to wrap the week's political news. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
Mike's Minute: Government gets further out of touch
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I think Carmel Sepuloni gave us enough yesterday, didn’t she? Along with previous comments from Megan Woods and Chris Hipkins we can conclude that s...
Anthony Glees: Security expert on how to protect an event the size of King Charles' coronation
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Around 2,000 guests will be in attendance of the formal ceremony of King Charles III's coronation, with political figures and leaders from all over th...
Sarah Smart: The Collective GM on being part of the New Zealand delegation to King Charles III's coronation
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing the trend of bringing you Kiwis excelling in business on the other side of the world, Sarah Smart joined the Mike Hosking Breakfast. Sarah ...
Leanne Geraghty: Air NZ Chief Customer and Sales Officer says new uniform needs to capture the essence of the country
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Air New Zealand is refreshing it's uniform for the first time in 12 years. The iconic colourful koru prints, designed by Trelise Cooper, are going and...
Phil Goff: High Commissioner to the UK on his new role and looking ahead to the coronation
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Phil Goff joined ZB’s Mike Hosking ahead of an important week for the nation- King Charles ...
Mo Amso: Dental Assn CEO says lots of Kiwis are ending up with dental infections that could have easily been prevented
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Access to a dentist in New Zealand isn't anything to smile about. In Rotorua, the average wait time for children 15 or under who need surgery is just ...
Jason Walls: Political Editor says the Labour Party has been caught completely off guard by Meka Whaitiri's expected resignation
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meka Whaitiri is expected to resign and stand as a candidate for the Māori Party in the upcoming election. The Customs Minister is expected to make a...
Mike's Minute: Flawed ideology leaves us poorer
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There have been two great cons of the Green Party. Years ago Rod Donald, the former Green Party leader as he was, was spruiking MMP and reassured us a...
Monica Galetti: Kiwi celebrity chef in London on success overseas and new book 'At Home'
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monica Galetti is one of our great Kiwi exports. Living the dream, she set off from New Zealand in her 20s for London and landed work at the famed La ...
Amanda Bryett: Founder of Windsor Tourist Guides as coronation excitement grows
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the excitement of the coronation growing greater with each day, people want to get as close as they can to anything royal. This means more touris...
Nathan Hight: Safe365 co-founder on their success in the UK and rise of software-as-a-service businesses
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the UK they are known for their food and booze - but are leading and expanding in tech and safety as well. In New Zealand we have more than 600 bus...
Carmel Sepuloni: Acting PM says it's too early to say whether Labour will introduce a Capital Gains Tax if it wins next election
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Acting Prime Minister says it's still far too early to say whether Labour will introduce a Capital Gains Tax if it wins the next election. Carmel ...
Daniel Newman: Auckland Councillor on half of $700 million collected from fuel tax spent on transport projects
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's under fire, for not making enough use of proceeds from the Auckland fuel tax. Latest figures show only about half of the $700 million...
Michael Wood: Transport Minister says Govt always knew they'd have to review Clean Car Scheme every one to two years
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says it's tweaking the Clean Car Discount scheme because it's working as intended. It's announced it will have to lower the threshold f...
Simon Dale: SoloTrak creator on the machine's success
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Simon Dale created the SoloTrak in an effort to save time, energy, and fencers' knees. Enquiries for the machine rose through the roof after Jeremy Cl...
Grant Covic: Research project leader on wireless charging for electric vehicles
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wireless charging is being taken to a whole new level. Researchers at the University of Auckland are exploring the possible integration of wireless ch...
Valentine Low: The Times Royal Correspondent on the King's Coronation
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
King Charles' Coronation will differ from the Queen's Coronation 70 years ago. For the first time, members of the public will be asked to pledge their...
Christopher Luxon: National's standing by their nursing policy
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National's standing by their policy that aims to attract more nurses and midwives after claims they've warped the numbers. It's claimed 19-thousand nu...
Mike's Minute: Why aren't people flocking to New Zealand?
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can I ask why Australia's migrant intake this year will be a record 400,000 when ours won't be? I mean, I know the answer. But it is worth asking, esp...
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Texas manhunt
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The search continues for a man accused of killing five of his neighbours —including an eight-year-old— in Texas. The FBI, along with multiple stat...
Jeremy Black: Exeter University History Professor on the changes to the King's coronation
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Big changes for the King's Coronation. It's the first crowning of a British monarch in 70 years — since that of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. For the ...
Chris Varghese: Junior Doctor on the over-prescription of opioids
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are claims that highly addictive pain medications are being over-prescribed post-surgery in New Zealand. Auckland University research, led by me...
Mark Robinson: New Zealand Rugby CEO says they are exploring avenues to boost financial success of women's game
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For 2022 New Zealand Rugby have had a financial loss of just over $47 million, a drastic difference from their 2021 net surplus of $5.54 million. They...
Mark the Week: I think this is the year of the recovery
27 Apr 2023
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. Joe Biden: 6/10 He get's a ...
Ellen Dixon: Union of Students' Associations Pres says students are forced into more work, turning to food banks as rents rise
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Student associations say students are being forced into more work and turning to food banks, as rents rise. The student loan for living costs and st...
Toby Williams: Federated Farmers Forestry Spokesperson expects Govt funding boost will target NZ's slash problem
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Expectation that a funding boost for our wood processing sector will target New Zealand's slash problem. A new $57 million government fund aims to pro...
Chris Bishop: National housing spokesperson claims empowering landlords to evict tenants without cause will help renters
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National claims empowering landlords to evict tenants without cause will help renters. The party's housing spokesperson Chris Bishop says increased te...
Rebecca Armour: KPMG Tax Partner says there is an argument for a capital gains tax
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There has been plenty of discussion amongst tax experts around fairness within the system. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has confirmed no major tax ove...
Tony Alexander: Economist says demand for rentals is creating upward pressure on rents and helping landlords find tenants
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are signs of a changing landscape in the rental market. The latest monthly Tony Alexander Investor Insight survey has found a net 13 percent of ...
Christina Houlihan: BSPKL co-founder and CEO on aims to make green hydrogen a viable alternative energy source
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new New Zealand company is aiming to make green hydrogen a viable alternative energy source in this country and worldwide. Because green hydrogen ca...
Jeff Benedict: Author of the first definitive biography of LeBron James, 'LeBron'
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time now for a definitive look into one of sports global superstars. LeBron James. Born to a 16-year-old solo mother and moving around from family mem...
Alex 'Grizz' Wyllie: Former All Blacks coach following announcement of Scott Robertson's 2024 coaching team
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The All Blacks coaching team for 2024 has been confirmed. Joining Scott Robertson as assistant coaches will be Jason Ryan, Leon MacDonald, Jason Holla...
Brendon Crompton: Education advocate says parents should be held accountable for children unenrolled in school
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A push to get more children back into school. Newstalk ZB can reveal nearly 10,000 children aged between five and 13 are not enrolled in formal educat...
Rod Carr: Climate Change Commission Chairman says the Emissions Trading Scheme needs reform
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Climate Change Commission says we're relying too much on planting trees to soak up greenhouse gas emissions. In draft advice to the Government, re...
Karen Asquith: Real Estate Agent says now is a good time for homebuyers to be looking
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank is looking to make it easier for potential home buyers to get into the market. They're proposing changes to the loan to value restric...
Robin Oliver: Tax expert says the current tax system, overall, isn't broken
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A tax expert says the current tax system is working. Inland Revenue's wealth report shows the top one percent of earners pay a median effective tax ra...
Mike Hosking: Authenticity trumps all in media
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We touched on authenticity before the school holidays. I said that one of the more damning aspects of the Dominion and Fox news scrap was not whether ...
Pollies: MPs Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods on fair share of tax and are Meng Foon donations a conflict of interest?
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
MPs Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods joined the Mike Hosking Breakfast to wrap the week's political news. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
Chris Hipkins: Prime Minister says the Government is not releasing any new tax policy
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister says the Government is not releasing any new tax policy. An Inland Revenue report released early this afternoon will estimate the e...
Dom Kalasih: Transporting NZ Acting CEO says he understands Govt's planning to divert roading revenue away from infrastructure
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Questions are being raised about whether the country's transport agency is putting enough focus on road infrastructure. In 2020, 400 risks were identi...
Geof Nightingale: PwC Partner says a new tax would be very complicated and take a long time, thinks it's highly unlikely
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More information is to be released on how much the rich are paying in tax. The Inland Revenue report will estimate the effective tax rate of the count...
Wayne Brown: Auckland Mayor says survey results show the public understands the council's predicament
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A majority of Aucklanders appear to be on board with at least sell-offs and cutbacks at Auckland Council. Newstalk ZB can reveal more than half of sub...
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent says just five percent of Americans want a Biden-Trump rematch
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There appears to be almost no appetite in America for another Trump-Biden Presidential race. Joe Biden has announced he will stand for re-election in ...
Tim Dower: I can't see anything good in this deal for us
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Aussies, and come to that our own prime minister, have gone overboard telling us what a great deal they’ve done for New Zealanders living in Aus...
Lynda Stuart: NZEI lead negotiator on the principal ban
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Schools will still operate as normal, despite a work ban by principals starting this term. Those working in primary and area schools are pausing the w...
Jamie MacKinnon: Auckland Trotting Club President on Cardigan Bay's grave
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Disputes brew over New Zealand's most famous harness racer, as a carpark could be paved over his grave. The NZ Trotting Hall of Fame wants to exhume C...
David Hartnell: Auckland entertainment writer on Barry Humphries passing
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fans of Barry Humphries say his comic legacy will always be remembered. The Australian comedian died in Sydney Saturday night, at the age of 89. He wa...
Richard Arnold: US Correspondent says Hutchins' family still plans to sue Baldwin
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The family of the cinematographer who was fatally shot on the set of Rust is still planning to sue Alec Baldwin despite his criminal charges being dro...
David Cooper: Malcolm Pacific Immigration CEO on kiwis leaving New Zealand
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More New Zealanders look to be jetting off overseas. It comes as Australia announces a new direct pathway to citizenship for eligible New Zealanders w...
Tim Dower: Andrew Coster needs to take responsibility for the mistakes made at Parliament
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Police Commissioner was a little slippery in his response to the report on the Parliament Grounds riots yesterday. Andrew Coster's statement was g...
Jono Ridler: Swimmer on attempt to break open water swim record to raise awareness around the state of the Hauraki Gulf
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A 33-year-old is making an attempt on the New Zealand ultra-distance open water swim record, hoping to bring attention to the poor health of Hauraki G...
Cameron George: One NZ Warriors CEO says he and the club have keep in communication with Roger Tuivasa-Sheck
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a season with the Blues and All Blacks, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is set to make a sensational return to league. Not only that, he has signed a three-...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister reveals there will be no further extensions to fuel tax discount in next month's Budget
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brace for higher prices at the petrol pump. Finance Minister Grant Robertson has just confirmed to Newstalk ZB that the Government won't be extending ...
Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner says Police planned for the Parliament protests last year to the best of their ability
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The top cop says Police planned for the Parliament protests last year to the best of their ability. The Independent Police Conduct Authority review of...
Chris Whelan: Universities NZ Director says Otago isn't alone in cost cutting measures, is happening across the country
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Otago University isn't alone in its mass redundancies. The university is looking at cutting hundreds of jobs to help reduce its annual operating budge...
Greg Smith: Retail expert says the sobering news is that inflation has moved to domestic items and may not come down too quickly
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Good news and sobering news has come from the latest inflation announcement. The inflation rate increased 6.7 percent in the 12 months to March. That'...
Aimie Hines: Retail NZ spokesperson says a boost to the retail crime prevention fund gives retailers tools to prevent crimes
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A boost to the retail crime prevention fund is being given the tick of approval from the retail sector. It's been given a $9 million top-up, to a tota...
Tim Dower: Are we at the point where NCEA has lost its credibility?
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NCEA; what a cluster. Changes to both the curriculum and the assessment process that is testing to you and me - are being slowed down. The Minister sa...
Moses MacKay: One third of Sol3 Mio talks his debut album and exclusive play of the lead single
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You'll know the name and you'll know the voice. Moses MacKay, one third of the very well known and popular Sol3 Mio is our guest this morning. But Sol...
Amanda Magnus: Auckland home show organiser on being back after three year hiatus
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After three years, the Auckland home show is back. Starting today, about 40,000 visitors are expected over four days and it is the largest home event ...
Gavin Findlay: NZ Food Network CEO on the not-for-profit now supporting half a million Kiwis a month
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With food prices up 12.1 percent in a year, it's no surprise more people are seeking food support. The New Zealand Food Network is a not-for-profit th...
Sharon Zollner: Economist says inflation isn't easing here as fast as it is in other countries
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our current period of high inflation isn't over yet. Latest figures due out this morning are expected to show consumer prices rose between 6.9 percent...
Vaughan Couillault: Secondary Principals' Assn says delay of proposed changes to NCEA is being well received by the sector
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The delay of some proposed changes to the NCEA system to make room for a fresh focus on literacy and numeracy skills is being well received by the edu...
Richard Arnold: US correspondent as Universal Music Group calls AI music a 'fraud,' wants it banned from streaming platforms
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Universal Music Group — the music company representing superstars including Sting, The Weeknd, Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande — has a new Goliath t...
Tim Dower: I thought I had a chance to compliment some govt policy, maybe next time
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When I first heard what the Transport Minister is doing in the driving licence area yesterday my heart soared. At last, something I can hand on heart ...
Pollies: MPs Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods on driver licencing fees, class sizes and National Party candidate selection
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
MPs Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods joined Tim Dower to wrap the week's political news. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christopher Staal: Founder of EC8 on world first development of system that can measure and cut plasterboard
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A Hamilton technology company has created a 'world first' by developing an automation system that can measure and cut plasterboard en masse. The devel...
Wendy Robertson: Driving education advocate discusses raft of changes to road licensing fees
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Government has announced a raft of changes to road licensing fees. A learner licence will increase from $93.90 to $96.19 and the restricted rises ...
Melissa Ansell-Bridges: Women's employment advocate on the cost of returning to work for new mothers
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Concerns have been raised as to the cost of childcare for women wanting to go back to work. New Zealand mum Anna Cately recently had twins, giving her...
Ana Maria Rivera: Healthcare Academy CEO on new initiative aimed at producing a homegrown health workforce
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's a new initiative aimed at producing more of a homegrown health workforce. The Healthcare Academy is launching a new nursing college. It'll tra...
Anne Daniels: Nurses' Organisation President says the lack of nurses at Starship Hospital is the real concern
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Calls for more specialist nurses at Auckland's Starship Hospital, with its new paediatric ICU running at just half capacity. The $40-million expansion...
Chris Luxon: National leader promises to end what he calls 'Labour's war on the farming sector
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
National leader Christopher Luxon has released the party’s policy for the farming sector, taking aim at red tape and proposing to restart live expor...
Nick Davies: Kiwi actor and author on flying to Colombia and his new book 'El Flamingo'
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You might know the name Nick Davies already, he's a budding author with a book just out but also a Wellington-based actor. He's starred internationall...
Sir Don McKinnon: NZ Memorial Museum Trust chair on museum honouring Kiwi soldiers due to open in France this year
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A museum honouring New Zealand soldiers is due to open in France this year. The New Zealand Liberation Museum will open in mid-October. Weta Workshop ...
Robin Oliver: Tax advisor says wealthy people are paying higher effective tax rates than people on lower incomes
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new tax report has found middle income renters, without children, are paying some of the highest tax rates. The report has been conducted by OliverS...
Chris Hipkins: Prime Minister confirms the Govt may have to intervene in decisions of new Three Waters entities
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Prime Minister has confirmed the Government may have to intervene in the decisions of proposed new Three Waters entities. Under the Government's l...
Prof Jarrod Haar: Management expert says doctors need more psychological support in the workplace to avoid exodus
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All eyes are on the rate of burn out in the health sector. Massey University data analysis shows the risk for medical doctors is 22.7 percent, compare...
Michael Reddell: Former RBNZ economist says when the RBNZ tries to significantly reduce inflation, it's a recipe for recession
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The looming recession could cut deeper than previously thought. ASB is now forecasting the economy will shrink by about two-percent by early next year...
Shirley Maihi: Manurewa principal says Govt's announcement on class size is not going to effect any change at all
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Principal of New Zealand's largest primary school says the Government's announcement on class sizes is ludicrous. Years 4 to 8 students will have ...
Murray Edridge: Wellington City Missioner on the rise in demand for emergency housing
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The number of people looking for emergency housing declined at the end of 2022 for the first time since 2015. In 2023, demand is rising once more. The...