The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Episodes
Craig Gabriel: Tennis commentator as bookies call Nick Kyrgios favourite to win US Open
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Nick Kyrgios train keeps on rolling. His rackets aren't surviving his US Open Games but he is, knocking out world number one Daniil Medvedev to ...
Bret McKenzie: Kiwi comedian on his solo album debut and tour
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's fair to say Bret McKenzie has been one our most successful entertainment exports. We all know it started with the Flight of the Conchords in the ...
Craig Little: Wairoa mayor says open lines of communication with gangs in the town helped reduce gun crime
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There has been delight at falling gun crime in Wairoa. It's had 15 firearms incidents between August last year and July this year, which is down from ...
Chris Whelan: Universities NZ Director on AUT's job cuts despite $12 million surplus
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tough times for universities are forcing them to look at their balance sheet. Around 230 staff face redundancy at AUT, despite the university having a...
Andrew King: Property Investors’ Federation on banks coming down hard on investors when it comes to debt
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Banks are apparently starting to come down on property investors when it comes to their levels of debt. Rising interest rates and rents not increasing...
Chris Wilkins: Theresa May's former advisor says Liz Truss has been underestimated many times
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Liz Truss has been elected as the Conservative Party's new leader, the party announced Monday, and she will take office Tuesday as Britain's new prime...
Steve Cullen: Criminal lawyer confident Govt's clampdown on proceeds of crime will be effective
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's crackdown on criminal assets is following in the footsteps of other countries. It's unveiled new laws intended to confiscate ill-gott...
Steve Price: Australian motorists face AU $15 hike on 60 litre tank of petrol
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has put petrol retailers on notice as the government prepares to hike petrol prices by 22 cents a litre at the end of September...
Richard Arnold: Leak ruins NASA moon rocket launch bid - next try weeks away
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
NASA’s new moon rocket sprang another dangerous fuel leak Saturday, forcing launch controllers to call off their second attempt this week to send a ...
Commentary Box: All Blacks, Warriors, Serena Williams
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to discuss the All Blacks' emphatic victory over Argentina, the Warriors' last game disaster, stadi...
Mike's Minute: It's time to move on from Covid
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could it be they have finally got the message? We are not just going to Green; it isn't even a thing. Because, it appears, the whole mad Traffic Light...
Matt Lowrie: Greater Auckland transport spokesperson says there's not enough talk on the good more housing can do for an area
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A call for an open mind on housing density rules as Auckland Council and the Government clash. Newstalk ZB understands the Government is concerned abo...
Kelly Schischka: AIMS Games Tournament Director says seasonal sickness has seen a drop in numbers for this year
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Seasonal sickness is seeing a drop in numbers at Tauranga's AIMS games. The week-long sporting event for 11 to 13-year-olds has been canned for the p...
James Russell: Auckland University conservation biologist says he's optimistic Predator Free 2050 goal will be reached
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to map out how our predator-free dream can be realised – finding that smarter use of current tools coul...
Peter Boot: Northcote Medical Director says real number of people leaving ED early is probably much highe
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fears the thousands leaving ED each month are just the tip of the iceberg. New figures show more than 4000 people left hospital without being seen d...
Lance Burdett: Former police negotiator says law change on gang assets will serve as a great deterrent
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government will today announce steps to make it easier for police to stop gangs and criminal groups hiding their assets to avoid seizure laws – ...
Maretha Smit: Diversity Works CEO says Covid may have sped up implementing gender-neutral parental leave policy
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Recognition of the changing nature of families post-pandemic. Fletcher Building's introducing a Gender-Neutral Parental Leave Policy, giving parents t...
Mark the Week: If you're going to roll out a haphazard idea, don’t do it in three parts
01 Sep 2022
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. Marama Davidson: 3/10 "No b...
Mike's Minute: Sir Ray Avery is part of a growing trend
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I feel bad that Sir Ray Avery is leaving New Zealand. He is far from the only one; the stats tell you the embarrassing story which is that we currentl...
Sam Whitelock: All Blacks lock ahead of Saturday's match against Los Pumas
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So it's an unchanged starting 15 for the All Blacks this Saturday, as they look to bounce back from yet another historic loss to the pumas in Christch...
Jennifer Mills: Employment law expert says Vic Uni's ban on student-teacher relationships legal, has issues
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Questions are being raised about what the consequences will be for those who break a university ban on student staff relationships. The capital's Vict...
Miranda Harcourt: Supreme Winner Kea Awards says she was in awe of other winners
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Very proud, but some serious imposter syndrome at play for Miranda Harcourt. She's been named Supreme Winner at last night's Kea Awards in Auckland. T...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Economist says our income to housing affordability ratio is far worse than other countries
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A kiwi in the coal mine. That's what the Financial Times is calling New Zealand's housing market in a video that warns other countries to take heed of...
Chris Alderson: Construction Health and Safety Council CEO addresses industry's health and safety crisis
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Organisations representing the construction sector are standing together to address the industry's health and safety crisis. They want a renewed focus...
Lynda Keene: Tourism Export Council CEO says 20% of US travellers are looking elsewhere for summer stay
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fears confusion with our Covid restrictions could be turning off international tourists. The Tourism Export Council says around 20 percent of US trave...
Jarrod Haar: AUT human resources expert addresses question of whether employers would hire teenagers
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Questions over whether employers would be willing to hire 13 to 15 year olds. The Australian Retailers Association is floating an idea to address ongo...
Mick Ryan: Former Australian Major General shares analysis as war in Ukraine drags on
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It looks as though the Ukraine war is going to drag on and on. The fighting has intensified in the east of the country and the fears are growing over ...
Craig Cumming: Former Blackcap on Colin de Grandhomme's decision to retire from international cricket
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There have been some big movements amongst New Zealand Cricket. First Trent Boult and now Colin de Grandhomme has called time on his international car...
Mike's Minute: Spectacular U-turn shows an out of touch Government
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As far as U-turns go, this is a spectacular one. On Tuesday, the Government announce GST on KiwiSaver fees, Wednesday afternoon they're gone, so less ...
Christopher Luxon: National leader says Kiwisaver is about setting people up for retirement, shouldn't mess with it
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Luxon says KiwiSaver is about making sure people are set up for their retirement and we shouldn't be messing around with it. The Government has ...
Jarrod Haar: Human resources expert suggests teens could help address staff shortages
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A suggestion has come that having 13 to 15 year olds help address staff shortages is actually a good idea. The Australian Retailers Association is flo...
Keith McLaughlin: Centrix director on data showing an increase in the number of people not clearing debts
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A rise in the number of people not clearing their debts. The latest data from Centrix shows consumer arrears increasing 13 percent year-on-year in Jul...
Cameron George: Warriors CEO fires shot at NRL as Mt Smart designated just nine home games in 2023
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Warriors boss Cameron George has fired a shot at the NRL's top table for not forcing more matches to be played on New Zealand soil next season. The Wa...
Lucy Elwood: Cancer Society CEO says widespread availability of cigarettes has normalised a harmful product
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No sympathy for big corporates opposing a Government bill limiting the number of tobacco retailers. Foodstuffs and Z Energy are lobbying against the p...
Pollies: MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell on KiwiSaver tax, ram raids
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Associate Finance Minister Megan Woods says the current situation in law when it comes to GST on KiwiSaver fees, is a mess. The Government is planning...
Carl MacInnes: Fonterra Biokodelab founder expanding into brain performance products for adults and cognitive health
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After years of focusing on infant nutrition and our kids development, Fonterra are expanding into brain performance for adults and cognitive health. T...
Sunny Kaushal: Dairy and business owners' group chair says Govt efforts to prevent ram raids fall short
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Businesses say Government efforts to prevent ramraids fall short. It comes after one of the country's top cops revealed there's been more than a thous...
Amanda Morrall: Financial commentator on Trade Me hiking success fees from tomorrow
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trade Me's new owner is hiking its success fees across a number of categories from tomorrow. Consumers will be hit with a three per cent increase on i...
Mike's Minute: This Government is simply dishonest about tax
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Once again, I find myself a bit confounded by a government that seems, at heart, basically dishonest. Can they argue the GST treatment on KiwiSaver fe...
Mike Parry: Journalist who broke story of Princess Diana's death reflects on her lasting impact
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The journalist who broke the news of Princess Diana's death has reflected on her lasting public impact. Today marks 25 years since she was killed in t...
Violet Clapham: College of Midwives member on taking MoH to court over pay, support
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
By Rowan Quinn of RNZ More than 1300 midwives are taking the Ministry of Health to court, saying they are fed up with broken promises to pay and supp...
Rupert Carlyon: Koura Wealth MD says there is no real reason for Govt to impose GST on KiwiSaver fees
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's plan to impose GST on KiwiSaver fees is being labelled by some as a tax grab. The move, which would kick in from April 2026, will giv...
Rob Brydon: British comedy institution is bringing his latest tour to NZ
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to catch up with one of Britain’s biggest comedic exports. Rob Brydon has been an institution of British television and radio for years ...
Simon Beale: Cargo Owners Representative says shipment delays are hitting NZ hard
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Shipment delays to Oceania are on the rise and hitting New Zealand hard according to an international logistics company. Project44 data comparing pre-...
Jade Gray: Off-Piste Provisions founder on deal to create alternative meat from fermented bio-waste
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A Kiwi company has struck a deal with researchers in Singapore to create alternative meat from fermented bio-waste. Off-Piste Provisions is also raisi...
Nick Leggett: Transport NZ CEO says diesel has become a significant business cost for some operators
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Transport NZ says soaring diesel prices are putting transport operators out of business. Average diesel prices have hit over $2.50, compared with the ...
Andrew Little: Health Minister is standing firm on Health NZ's lack of public meetings
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Minister is standing firm on Health New Zealand's lack of public meetings. The organisation does not allow the public or journalists to att...
David Parker: Revenue Minister accepts criticism of the cost of living payment
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Revenue Minister is accepting criticism of the cost of living payment. The Auditor-General says it should have been rolled out more carefully. New...
Mike's Minute: Economics of idiots causing labour shortage
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The statistic that should send a chill through every one of us was the one you might have seen over the weekend from a construction company. They hire...
Mike's Minute: When will this Govt actually accept accountability?
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Accountability is one of the most important attributes of leadership. If you have a mandate to make decisions, then they must be defended and the deci...
Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt on All Blacks, Liam Lawson and Warriors
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to wrap an action-packed weekend of sport. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Diane Williamson: Bluff fish and chip shop owner unable to escape inflation, forced to hike prices
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealanders may have to cut back on the Friday night fish and chips. The country's favourite takeaway has been unable to escape the grip of inflati...
Liam Lawson: Kiwi motorsport star on his weekend to savour at Spa
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A weekend to savour at Spa for Liam Lawson. The Kiwi driver has finished third in the Formula 2 feature race at the Belgian Grand Prix. It comes after...
Letitia Harding: Asthma Foundation CEO on just 11 infringement notices issued to vape stores since 2020
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland authorities are yet to complete any investigations into vape retailers selling to underage people since the vaping regulatory authority was s...
Kerri Nuku: Nurses Organisation to rally nationwide demanding pay equity for primary care nurses
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is a push to end an unfair pay gap within the nursing industry. Rallies will be held nationwide today; as primary healthcare nurses demand Te Wh...
Justin Marshall: Former All Black says the players need to take as much responsibility as Ian Foster
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former All Blacks halfback Justin Marshall believes the current players need to take just as much responsibility as coach Ian Foster as the side sinks...
Christopher Luxon: National leader continues to slam justice process for youth offenders
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
National continues to slam our justice process for youth-offenders. The party is calling for tougher penalties for young people who commit robberies a...
Mark the Week: Character beats time served for me
25 Aug 2022
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. Waka Kotahi: 7/10 "For shut...
Ian Foster: All Blacks coach says there is respect for Los Pumas, especially after win over Wallabies
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One team's top of the Rugby Championship table, the other is the All Blacks. Argentina have one of their best opportunities to secure a maiden win in ...
Mike's Minute: Political opinions aside, it's been a good week for democracy
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's potentially been a good week for democracy. The Brian Tamaki march -come-party launch gave us one more option to vote for next year. I personally...
Mark Smith: ASB Senior Economist says signs are pointing towards a greater chance of a recession
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Economic signs are pointing towards a greater chance of a recession. Stats NZ data shows sales slumped 2.3 percent over the last quarter, for a second...
Greg Foran: Air NZ CEO says they are hoping for a better year ahead
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Air New Zealand is hoping for a better year ahead. The airline made a net loss of $591 million in the year to June, up from a loss of $292 million in ...
Graham Burke: Construction Industry Council concerned about lack of certainty over delivery of infrastructure projects
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Concerns about a lack of certainty over the delivery of infrastructure projects. Waka Kotahi is warning the Government's $8.7 billion NZ Upgrade trans...
Chris Hipkins: Police Minister admits he's very concerned about the latest spike in crime
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hipkins admits he's very concerned about the latest spike in crime. The Police Minister has revealed there's been 129 ramraids since May, with 8...
Ainslie Allen: Kiwi country musician on her new album and nationwide tour
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ainslie Allen is another taking advantage of the country music renaissance in this country. She, like so many, first started getting attention from th...
Mike's Minute: Government's moves won't mean cheaper groceries
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Communism has finally arrived and it's lobbed into Countdown. Or New World or Pak'nSave. Anyway, your can of beans will now be priced by David Clark. ...
Peter Johnston: Chair of Rally NZ on opening of Jack's Ridge Haunui stage opening today
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A big day for rally fans in New Zealand, with the official opening of the Jack’s Ridge Haunui stage in Whitford, Auckland. It's a significant milest...
Jon Ives: CEO at OneStaff on Govts cost cutting on recruiting staff for public sector
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New fears that the Government's cost cutting on recruiting staff for public sector could lead to an already hopeless and unstaffed workforce. The Gove...
Sir Kim Workman: Criminal justice advocate says if the State wants to change things, it needs to start earlier
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Putting kids in state care appears to be, in many cases, setting them on a pathway to crime. A Royal Commission of Inquiry report has found a third of...
Sarah Balle: Supie founder says there is yet to be someone with deep enough pockets to take on supermarkets
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stacks of cash will be required to create competition against the supermarket duopoly. The Government is requiring Countdown and Foodstuffs to provide...
Wayne Mapp: Former Defence Minister on off-duty New Zealand soldier Dominic Abelen killed in Ukraine
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Kiwi soldier killed in Ukraine has been described by a fellow soldier as "strong, hardcore and handsome" - but "anything but scenery". The Herald ...
Pollies: MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell disagree on Mallard's diplomatic appointment
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Doubts are being raised over whether Trevor Mallard's past behaviour warrants a diplomatic posting. National's Mark Mitchell told Mike Hosking he's un...
Tony Alexander: Economist's mortgage adviser survey shows first home buyers are coming back to the market
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Further insights into the property market from economist Tony Alexander. His mortgage adviser survey showed first home buyers are coming back into the...
Mike's Minute: Time for action on Covid restrictions
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Actions, as it turns out, do speak louder than words. Last week's poll around our view of Covid is backed up by; 1) another poll and 2) more important...
Grant Leach: 26 Seasons CEO on their $5.5m capital raise sought for expansion
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Farming technology company 26 Seasons will seek $5.5 million in a Series A funding round next week aimed at advancing its plans for its vertical farmi...
Ryan Evans: Taranaki Cricket GM on NZC threatening to bowl Pukekura Park
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
NZ Cricket is threatening to bowl New Plymouth's Pukekura Park out after 130 years. The national cricket governing body says the pitch is no longer up...
Nick Goodall: CoreLogic Head of Research on analysis showing river flooding homes costing $100 million a year
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Adjusting residential homes to climate change will probably take some time to implement. CoreLogic analysis has revealed that river flooding in homes ...
Barry Soper: Political Editor says Gaurav Sharma will need pretty good material to make an impact from now on
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gaurav Sharma may fade into oblivion. He's now an independent in Parliament, after being expelled from the Labour caucus yesterday for his allegations...
David Seymour: Act leader on Trevor Mallard's resignation as Speaker
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Act leader David Seymour has issued a scathing statement about Trevor Mallard's announcement as the next diplomat in Ireland today, saying it was "an ...
Mike's Minute: Sanna Marin has to act like a Prime Minister
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sanna Marin's main defence appears to be she is 36-years-old. Sanna Marin is the Prime Minister of Finland, the partier, the nightclub-er. A country w...
Sam Stubbs: Simplicity CEO on Govt's $2.1 billion purchase of Kiwibank
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The head of one of our biggest KiwiSaver providers fears Kiwibank will effectively become a zombie bank. The Government has spent $2.1 billion to buy ...
Mitch James: Kiwi singer-songwriter performs his new single 'Motions' in studio
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Time to catch up with another Kiwi artist making his mark in the music world. We first met Mitch James back in 2016 after his remarkable story of bein...
Gordon McPhail: LeaderBrand GM of Farming on their regenerative farming project
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A first of its kind regenerative farming project hopes to reinvent the way we grow vegetables. Lead by LeaderBrand, with backing from Countdown and Pl...
Dr. Andrew Macann: Radiation oncologist on revolutionary cancer drug set to begin clinical trials
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A revolutionary cancer drug developed in Auckland is set to begin clinical trials. Tarloxotinib is designed to help patients with head and neck cance...
Gaurav Sharma: Suspended Labour MP still making up his mind whether to attend meeting in person
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gaurav Sharma is still making up his mind as to whether he'll attend the meeting which will decide his fate. The Labour MP has already been suspended ...
Simon Arcus: Wellington CoC CEO as Wellington businesses call for amalgamation in pre-election report
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wellington businesses have packed a punch in a pre-election report that calls for amalgamation and the capital's own version of Auckland Transport, wh...
Corrie Parnell: Wellington Commander Superintendent is hopeful today's protest won't be a repeat of last time
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Authorities are hopeful today's planned demonstration outside Parliament won't be a repeat of last time. Protestors are meeting in Wellington today fo...
Mike's Minute: The Govt begins the week in a world of pain
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When Chris Hipkins says Gaurav Sharma's expulsion isn't pre-determined do you: 1) laugh or, 2) simply not believe him? For a government that is this u...
Marie Dhyrberg: QC discusses Phillip John Smith’s legal battles with Corrections costing taxpayers almost $1 million
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Infamous murderer and sex offender Phillip John Smith’s ongoing legal battles with Corrections has cost the taxpayer almost $1 million. The latest l...
Lesley Hoskin: Teaching Council CEO on level of te reo Māori required by teachers
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Discussion over the level of te reo required by the country's teachers. The Teaching Council has told the Abuse in Care Inquiry, that competence in te...
Bridget Snelling: Xero NZ Country Manager on figures showing Kiwis work more than overseas, with less to show for it
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New figures from Xero show New Zealanders are working more than our international counterparts, with much less to show for it. In order to match the o...
Dean Hall: CEO of RocketWerkz says our video gaming industry is in crisis
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The head of one of New Zealand’s top game studios says our gaming industry is in crisis. Dean Hall, CEO of RocketWerkz, says he would like to hire m...
Michael Wood: Immigration Minister defends time taken to entice more workers here
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's defending the time it's taken to lure more workers here. It will allow some sectors to pay skilled migrant workers less than the medi...
Mark the Week: They can't even suspend a person without a circus
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Time now to mark the week, the little piece of news and current events that's as popular as an avocado for a dollar at the green grocer. Guarav S...
Mike's Minute: Sharma's allegations are now a full-blown political crisis
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I don’t think it’s a surprise. We said earlier in the week that the Government achieved literally nothing by suspending a bloke who was clearly ou...
Dr. Bryce Wilkinson: NZ Initiative op-ed author argues against Reserve Bank's decisions led to inflation
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An op-ed published by Dr. Bryce Wilkinson from the NZ Initiative has come out. It essentially is rebutting what many have been saying in that New Zeal...
Kevin Hurler: Technology expert on TikTok cracking down on political content, advertising
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Social media platforms have been widely used by conspiracy theorists and to spread misinformation, especially when it comes to elections. Now TikTok i...
Jessica Palalagi: Arts Foundation GM on new scheme looking to provide Kiwi artists more pay parity overseas
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A new resale royalty scheme looks to provide Kiwi artists more pay parity with those overseas. The Government's announced the policy - in line with Ne...
Murray Ellis: Electricity consultant on Electricity Authority's ban on low-price power deals
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Electricity Authority has come down hard on Tiwai point trying to cut cheap deals on their power. The EA will now require approval before any power co...
Dr Gaurav Sharma: MP says he doesn't want to enter mediation, fears it will be slanted against him
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dissident MP Gaurav Sharma claims he is just trying to get justice despite being silenced. He's facing expulsion from the Labour party, after his susp...