The Mike Hosking Breakfast

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...

Steve Jurkovich: Kiwibank CEO urges the Govt to bring forward tweaks to lending restrictions

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A call from Kiwibank, for the Government to urgently bring forward its planned tweak to lending restrictions. The state-owned bank says the controvers...

Mike's Minute: The Covid hangover is still lingering over us

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A year this week since Delta arrived. I hesitate to mention it, given I'm over Covid and have been for ages. I note they still publish the numbers eac...

Peter Garrett: Midnight Oil frontman and former MP on their new album, last ever tour (1)

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The man they call an Aussie rock legend and arguably one of the most liked former MPs is back. We're talking of course about Peter Garrett - the forme...

Peter Garrett: Midnight Oil frontman and former MP on their new album, last ever tour

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The man they call an Aussie rock legend and arguably one of the most liked former MPs is back. We're talking of course about Peter Garrett - the forme...

Dave Strudwick: Roofing Hub owner on his 'heartwarming' job ad

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The owner of a New Zealand roofing company has been praised for taking a “slightly different approach” to recruiting employees. A job advert for a...

Adrian Orr: Reserve Bank Governor says the days of skyrocketing house prices are probably over

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Home buyers are being urged to think twice about buying a home, in the wake of yesterday's 50-basis point rise to the Official Cash Rate. Reserve Bank...

Rene de Monchy: Tourism NZ CEO says they're researching into what high-quality visitors are looking for

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tourism New Zealand has launched a $5.1 million campaign targeting "high quality" visitors. It will target wealthier visitors, as well as those who sp...

Finn Robinson: ANZ economist on weekly salary and wage increases

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Adrian Orr may worried about workers getting the biggest pay rise in more than 20 years. Stats NZ data shows for the June quarter median weekly earnin...

Tina Smith: Tertiary Education Union Pres weighs in on drama at new mega-polytechnic

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The president of the Tertiary Education Union has weighed in on the dramas at New Zealand's new mega-polytechnic. Stephen Town has stepped down as hea...

Wayne Shelford: Former All Black captain on what comes next for Foster and the team

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ian Foster is safe. NZ Rugby has unanimously voted to keep Foster in the head coaching role through until the World Cup next year. Joe Schmidt has als...

Pollies: MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell on Sharma, seabed mining and Philip Arps

16 Aug 2022

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: Labour's handling of Sharma saga has been atrocious

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So we now see in the battle of cock ups that poor old Labour has been completely outplayed. National have a mess, they hire a QC, and announce the inq...

Dev Soni: Sugar Wallet founder on New Zealand's first set-and-forget paycheck investment app

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is an old saying that if you have a good idea, then success will follow no matter how much you spent on marketing. Dev Soni is a Commerce grad w...

Vince Hawksworth: Mercury NZ CEO on their annual report and what's in line for the future

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mercury NZ has emerged from its latest financial year a totally different beast. By its own account, 2022 was one of "transformative change" - having ...

Dr Paul Wood: Former prisoner turned motivational speaker thinks the parole system is broken

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A former prisoner turned motivational speaker thinks the parole system is broken. Dr Paul Wood, convicted of murder as an 18-year-old, is one of the f...