The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Angela Giuffrida: Rome correspondent on female football players in Italy being allowed to turn professional

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Female football players in Italy will finally be able to turn professional next season after years of amateur-only status that limited their salaries....

Bill Browder: Russia-focused investor turned crusading anti-Putin campaigner says over the years, Russians have become increasingly cut off

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of Vladimir Putin's most vocal international critics says most Russians support him, because they don't know what's really going on.Financier Bill...

Tom Ashley: Canoe Racing NZ CEO on Carrington vs. Fisher's showdown

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An intriguing race awaits to decide New Zealand's K1 500 berth at August's World Canoe Racing Championships.Aimee Fisher and Olympic champ Lisa Carrin...

Marc Rivers: Fonterra CFO says they are pleased with government support, albeit with a few conditions

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fonterra is happy to comply with government conditions on its capital rejig.The Dairy Industry Restructuring Act needs to be changed but the Governmen...

Karen Bright: Counties Manukau Detective Inspector on the rise of ram raids and who's behind them

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ram raid attacks have left a path of destruction across Auckland over the last two weeks.Multiple targets have been hit and shopowners now face the re...

Julie Moore: Graeme Dingle Foundation research manager on findings that 14 to 24 year-olds are disengaging from their peers, education and s

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Young people are going to need help to get out and about again.The Graeme Dingle Foundation has found a number of 14 to 24 year-olds are disengaging f...

Diana Sarfati: Cancer Control Agency Chief Executive says Australia continues to be steps ahead of New Zealand when it comes to cancer treat

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia continues to be steps ahead of New Zealand when it comes to cancer treatment.The Cancer Control Agency's found 20 gaps made up of 18 individ...

Paul Radich: Lawyer for Grounded Kiwis says the judge found there were different ways the system could've been calibrated and operated

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Relief from advocates a High Court ruling has found the MIQ lottery system was unfair.The decision also ruled the narrow criteria for an emergency vou...

Mike's Minute: More dangerous ideology from the Government

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So, yet another red flag for you to be cognisant of.If the co-governance scandal isn't bad enough, if He Puapua isn't bad enough, if the mess the econ...

Pollies: MPs Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods clash over who takes responsibility for increase in crime

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A call for political accountability, over the recent spate of ram raids and violent crime.The latest dramatic early morning ram raid in Auckland's Orm...

Nirmal Saverimuttu: Virgin Voyages President and Chief Experience Officer following announcement cruise ship Resilient Lady to call New Zeal

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Virgin Voyages has announced its newest ship Resilient Lady will be homeported in Melbourne.Richard Branson's freshly chartered cruise company has set...

Christine Davis: Lejose Fashion House owner says theft has got worse under this Government

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A claim theft has got worse under this Government.Yesterday's dramatic ram raid of Ormiston shopping centre is just the latest in Auckland.Three stole...

Jarrod Haar: Professor of Human Resource Management at AUT on UK study finding average lunch breaks have reduced from one hour to 29 minutes

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel your lunch break is getting shorter and shorter, if you even get one?A UK study has found the average worker’s lunch break has gone from...

Todd Charteris: Rabobank chief executive on survey finding farm workers' wages have increased by 14 percent over the last two years

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A tight labour market means farm managers are having to pay their workers more to retain them.A survey by Rabobank and Federated Farmers shows farm wo...

Geof Nightingale: PWC tax partner says David Parker is setting up for a future political mandate for more capital taxes

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's belief the Government may be preparing the groundwork for a capital gains tax - if elected for another term.Revenue Minister, David Parker, ha...

David Seymour: Act leader says Parliamentary tour of Europe is a waste of taxpayers' money

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Act Party won't be jumping on board a Parliamentary tour of Europe.Speaker Trevor Mallard and National's Judith Collins are leading a delegation o...

Mike Hosking remembers Bruce Russell

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk ZB's Bruce Russell spent a lifetime being a companion to his treasured listeners. Whether it was reading the news or creating the character ...

Mike's Minute: Inflation number paints a grim economic and political picture

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Along with the number, came the commentary, and the commentary was the thing that clearly stung the most.Our inflation number is a disaster. 6.9 perce...

Rod Liddle: UK women slam sexism of 'Basic Instinct' slur on lawmaker

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Women from across British politics called Monday for action to tackle misogyny after a newspaper ran a story accusing the deputy opposition leader of ...

Commentary Box: Scary moment Warriors star Dallin Watene-Zelezniak knocked out cold in loss to Storm

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Warriors star Dallin Watene-Zelezniak was out cold before he even hit the ground in a sickening moment that saw the Anzac Day night clash in Melbourne...

Alex Hipperson: Hobsonville student hoping to take on the Aquabot world in Baltimore

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you smarter than a 12-year-old? Probably not these 12-year-olds.Hobsonville students Alex Hipperson and Ezra Meyer are whiz kids when it comes to ...

Craig Harrison: Maritime Union National Secretary says they are calling for an urgent inquiry into port safety

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The pressure's on to enforce regulations at ports.It comes after a person died while unloading coal from a ship at Lyttelton Port yesterday - merely s...

Ian Kemish: Former Australian High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea on Australian Defence Minister Peter Dutton's comments saying Australian

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The rhetoric around the Solomons and China deal has ramped up with Australians being told they need to be prepared for war.The comment comes from Defe...

Lynda Keene: Tourism Export Council chief executive says tourism industry wants restrictions at the border lifted

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The tourism industry wants restrictions at the border lifted.Tourism Export Council chief executive, Lynda Keene, says many countries have opened up, ...

Karen Williams: Federated Farmers Transport spokesperson says someone needs to be held accountable for fixing the roads

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The safety of rural roads is being called into question after the death of a woman and her two babies.Coroner Marcus Elliott has determined the give-w...

Brian Dickey: Auckland crown solicitor on huge delay in court ordered psychiatric reports leading to charges being dismissed

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A huge delay in court ordered psychiatric reports is leading to criminal charges being dismissed, added stress on victims and offenders being locked u...

Wrapping the Week: Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson join Tim Dower

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kerre Woodham and Tim Wilson joined Tim Dower to wrap the week's news.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oli Sail: Wellington Phoenix goalkeeper ahead of Sunday's match at Eden Park

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Wellington Phoenix are playing the Western Sydney Wanderers at Eden Park on Sunday afternoon.18,000 turned up in Wellington to watch the Phoenix l...

Tom O'Sullivan: Campaign for Wool New Zealand chair on trying to change America's perspective on wool

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Americans think wool is rough, itchy and hard to care for.New Zealand is the world's third largest exporter of wool, so a group called Campaign for Wo...

Grant Robertson: Finance Minister says the Government is doing what it can to help beneficiaries

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Robertson says the Government is doing what it can to help beneficiaries.The Acting Prime Minister and Finance Minister told Tim Dower that's wh...

Iain MacLeod: Merchant Service Guild National Vice President as three maritime unions write joint letter to Workplace Relations Minister to

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unions are demanding for robust and enforceable health and safety national standards for our port workers.It comes after 26 year old port worker Atiro...

Kay Brereton and John Reeves: Beneficiaries advocate says government should extend fuel and public transport subsidies

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Robertson is being urged to help people as inflation bites.Inflation's risen to a 30-year high of 6.9 percent, there are predictions it will con...

Philip Gregan: CEO of New Zealand Winegrowers says this year's harvest is expected to be far better than 2021

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is some hope on the horizon for our wine growers.This year’s grape harvest looks to be in far better shape than what 2021 gave them.Last year’...

Peter de Lange: Beyond Myrtle Rust programme researcher says there is a silver lining in disease found on Chatham Islands

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Myrtle rust has been found on the Chatham Islands.This disease impacts plants including iconic New Zealand species like pohutukawa.In March, a member ...

Nanaia Mahuta: Foreign Affairs Minister says Solomon Islands should have respected previous commitments before signing deal with China

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Foreign Affairs Minister isn't hiding her extreme disappointment with the Solomon Islands, over its new security pact with China.China says it's g...

Nick Flack: General Manager of Planning and Sustainability at Christchurch Airport on achieved its goal of becoming beyond carbon neutral

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Christchurch Airport says it's achieved its goal of becoming beyond carbon neutral - and now it's entered into being climate positive.The airport is c...

Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island chief executive says the company is trying to help customers find value

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The chain that owns PaknSave, Four Square and New World says it's doing everything to help customers in the face of high inflation.Many economists are...

Finn Robinson: ANZ Economist predicts inflation to be announced at above 7%

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This morning's inflation rate will be historically high -- but economists are divided on how high inflation will be, and how long it will last.Stats N...

Jason Walls: Chief Political Reporter as Jacinda Ardern arrives in Japan for the second leg of her Asian trade tour

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jacinda Ardern has arrived in Japan for the second leg of her Asian trade tour.She's meeting with Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida this afternoon....

Grant Robertson: Acting Prime Minister on memo revealing Ashley Bloomfield and Caroline McElnay agreed in November last year MIQ was no long

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Robertson says we need to look at the full context to understand the Government's decision about ending MIQ, not just one piece of advice.A memo...

Neil Pritchard: Collision Repair Association General Manager on industry potentially losing 15 percent of its revenue this year

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Our billion dollar collision repair industry could lose 15 percent of its revenue this year.Demand for parts and repairs are down 31 percent on pre-Co...

Chris Melcher: Celebrity divorce lawyer on Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation case

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Claims continue to arise in the second week of the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard defamation case.Depp has testified in the $50 million trial against ex-...

Nikki Turner: Director of the Immunisation Advisory Centre on likelihood of needing a Covid-19 vaccine each year

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It may end up unlikely that we'll need to get a Covid-19 vaccine each year.Immunisation experts say we now know that six months after most of us were ...

Andrew Kelleher: JMI Wealth Director says global events are weighing down global dairy prices

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Global events are weighing down global dairy prices.Overall prices are down 3.6 percent at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction overnight.The all-imp...

Shane Te Pou: Union organiser calls for national inquiry into health and safety at New Zealand's ports after another worker death

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Increased calls for a national inquiry into health and safety at New Zealand's ports, after another worker death.A person died yesterday morning at Po...

Don Brash: Former Reserve Bank Governor says Adrian Orr has a major inflation issue on his plate

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation could spiral even higher.Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr admits to being caught on the back foot by supply chain woes, and the war in Ukrai...

Joelle King: Kiwi squash star wins Manchester Open in dominant fashion

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joelle King has had an assertive win over England's Sarah-Jane Perry to claim victory at the Manchester Open this morning and gain extra confidence ag...

Commentary Box: Scott Barrett hit with lengthy ban after red card

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Crusaders captain Scott Barrett has been hit with a four week suspension following his red card in last Friday's defeat to the Blues.Barrett was shown...

Matthew Tukak: Māori Authority chair on proposed law to make it possible to send would-be terrorists back to their home countries

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is looking into whether it'll change the law to make it possible to send would-be terrorists back to their home countries.Immigration m...

Jamie Williams: Kupura hospitality group CEO says there is a sense of positivity in the air despite slow Friday trading

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The hospitality sector is starting to get back on its feet following a busy weekend under Orange.The chief executive of Wellington's hospitality group...

Iona Pannett: Wellington City Councillor on safer bike route and better bus lanes between Newtown and the CBD

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wellington businesses that petitioned against new cycle and bus lanes are disappointed the plan's going ahead.Work starts today on a safer bike route ...

Sarah White: Tribe Recruitment Head of Digital on New Zealand's aging workforce and how to use it to our advantage

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Concerns are being raised about the implications of less experienced workforces worldwide.70 per cent of those who left work in the US during the pand...

Jason Walls: Chief Political Reporter as Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern touches down in Singapore ahead of meeting with Lee Hsien Loong

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A humid evening greeted Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern as she touched down in Singapore to start her first overseas trip in more than two years.Ardern ...

Mike's Minute: Why has there been such a rise in online trolls?

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Is there something to be studied here? A Dunedin bar called Woof did a couple of interesting things. They decided to keep vaccine passes. Why? I have...

Mark the Week: At last, a little more normality

13 Apr 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.   The Move to Orange: 8/10 ...

Jack Nicholls: BBC Formula 1 commentator on bizzare new rules imposed by new race director

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The new F1 Race Director has come in looking to stamp his mark - but he's picked some interesting places to try and do that.  Earlier in the week it ...

Fran Scholey: Central Pulse Chief Executive says there may be a bit of fear from some people when returning to live sporting events

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This morning's move to Orange means an end to gathering limits for major indoor events like netball games. Central Pulse Chief Executive Fran Scholey...

Covid 19 Omicron: Orange day dawns after curve flattened and return to office looms for many

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand is entering its first day in the new, more relaxed orange traffic light setting of the pandemic response. The orange mode abolishes capac...

Matthew Lane: Night 'n Day General Manager says supermarket duopoly is to blame for rising food prices

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The supermarket duopoly is copping blame for the highest food price rise in more than a decade.   Latest figures show food prices jumped 7.6 percent...

Christina Leung: NZIER principal economist says the Reserve Bank is balancing a lot of factors with OCR rise

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Surprise from some economists at the size of the Official Cash Rate rise. The Reserve Bank has lifted the rate by half a percent, to 1.5 percent. NZ...

Greg Foran: Air NZ CEO says shift to Orange level is a step in the right direction

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A big change in the wind for Air New Zealand. A move to Orange has meant from today domestic travellers will no longer have to be vaccinated or show ...

Mike's Minute: We should understand the economic basics

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Anthony Albanese gaff over employment and the cash rate, in some respects, is why we end up the way we do. Adrian Orr today increases our cash ra...

Pollies: MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell discuss crime rates, Poto Williams and economic basics

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to discuss the week's political news.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Dr Rosamund Hill: Neurologist on research finding 52% of the global population suffer from headaches each year

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a frequent sufferer of headaches and migraines then you aren't alone. New research has found that 52 percent of the global population are a...

Jacqui Southey: Advocate from Save the Children on latest government report showing reduction in children living in disadvantaged conditions

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After years of inaction, or things going in the opposite direction, the Government's first statutory annual report for the child and youth wellbeing s...

Sharon Zollner: Chief economist at ANZ predicts Official Cash Rate lift

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All eyes will be on whether the reserve bank lifts the OCR by 25 or 50 points.  Chief economist at ANZ Sharon Zollner joined Mike Hosking with her p...

Gillian Blythe: Water NZ CEO on call for better monitoring after asbestos fibres detected in Christchurch water

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Asbestos fibres are leaching into Christchurch's drinking water supply from ageing underground pipes, according to a University of Otago study. While...

Sir Ian Taylor: Businessman on new emails showing the Health Ministry asked Rapid Antigen Test suppliers to prioritise its orders over those

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New emails show the Health Ministry asked Rapid Antigen Test suppliers to prioritise its orders over those of private businesses. On January 22, staf...

Stuart Nash: Tourism Minisyer on traffic light setting decision day as thousands of Aussie travellers fly in

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's border has reopened to Australian citizens and permanent residents with thousands flying into the country today as New Zealanders await ...

Mike's Minute: Supporters of strong law and order are losing the battle

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the new week, New Zealand styles. Do you think Poto Williams might have been over the crime news for the first day of the week yesterday? ...

Jackie Bristow: Kiwi country music artist on new album, nationwide tour

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Country music continues to grow in this country.  The Mike Hosking Breakfast has interviewed many over the last couple of years - and another who is...

Rob Nichol: NZ Rugby Players’ Association CEO following damning report into Black Ferns culture

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A review into the Black Ferns culture and environment found NZ Rugby hasn't sufficiently supported women's high performance rugby, the management str...

Peter de Gouw: Home Trends Building director on seven-week delay to get routine on-site building inspections from the Christchurch City Coun

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some building companies are fed up with long waiting times for inspections. There's a seven-week delay to get routine on-site building inspections fr...

Blair Vernon: AMP Wealth Management chief on calls for broader conversation about New Zealand's growing issue of greenwashing

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's a call for a broader conversation about New Zealand's growing issue of greenwashing. It comes from AMP Wealth Management. Chief executive Bl...

Damien O'Connor: Agriculture Minister as 1600 workers given border exemptions to fill rural job vacancies

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An acknowledgement from the Government it's a challenge to fill job vacancies in rural areas. It's making it easier for dairy, meat processing and fo...

James Gilmour: Defence Force Commander Joint Forces Rear Admiral on personnel and funds to support Ukraine

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand has again upped support for Ukraine - this time including money for weapons.  A Defence Force Hercules and 50 personnel are being sent to...

Commentary Box: Warriors, Australian Grand Prix, lack of Super Rugby crowds

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk the Australian Grand Prix, the Masters, the Warrior's golden-point win, lack of Super Rugby...

Richard Arnold: SpaceX launches 3 visitors to space station for $55M each

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SpaceX launched three rich businessmen and their astronaut escort to the International Space Station on Friday for more than a week’s stay, as NASA ...

David Moffett: Former NZR CEO on Super Rugby's crowd problems and how to fix it

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’s crowd trouble going on at Super Rugby.Crowds are allowed back with no limit on outdoor gatherings but people aren’t coming.Around 11,500 w...

Mike's Minute: Will the Government listen to the people over co-governance?

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So let's try again, shall we?The co-governance paperwork is off to Cabinet today. It was delayed a week because of bereavement in the Willie Jackson f...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent says no one is prepared to call election after Morrison's shock victory in 2019

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's election campaign is likely to be a "white-knuckle ride" that will go right down to the wire.Labor Leader Anthony Albanese is starting the...

Greg Hartford: Retail NZ chief executive says retail crime situation is getting worse

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A new line of attack to fight New Zealand's soaring retail crime problem.Aimed at tackling anything from ram-raids to robberies, a police national ret...

Nathan Templeton: Channel Seven journalist says the race for Australian Prime Minister is still too close to call

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia is bracing for a very tight election with polling day now confirmed as May 21.Scott Morrison has pulled ahead in the Newspoll preferred Prim...

Louisa Wall: Outgoing Labour MP says there have been problems in striving for inclusivity

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jacinda Ardern insists Louisa Wall has been treated with kindness.She says Wall's strengths were acknowledged with a strong position on the party list...

Catherine Beard: Export New Zealand Executive Director says we risk becoming inward-looking if we don't put ourselves back out there

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hopes the Prime Minister's first trade mission since the pandemic can sell New Zealand as being open for business again. Jacinda Ardern, Trade Minist...

Chris Whelan: Universities NZ chief executive says they probably could've taken the full 5000 international students themselves

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The education sector is delighted to start welcoming back international students.From Wednesday, borders open for up to 5000 international students fo...

Murray Olds: Scott Morrison preselection battle to be heard in the High Court

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia’s highest court will hear arguments about why Scott Morrison’s “captain’s pick” candidates for a dozen seats might not be valid at...

Mike Corry: Lion Hospitality Director on reopening Little Creatures after changes to Traffic Light settings

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With all the many big-name businesses and restaurants having closed down in recent months, it's nice to see one coming back.Lion's Little Creatures is...

Aaron Hawkins: Dunedin Mayor says we don't need to wait for a Jo Cox-type situation before mitigating the risks

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Local body candidates say rules requiring them to put residential addresses on campaign advertisements put them at risk.The rules are being described ...

Dan Carter: Former All Black provides an update on his 24-hour kick-a-thon

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This time yesterday, Dan Carter was telling about his training build-up for his record attempt for goalkicking for UNICEF.Over 24 hours, he is aiming ...

Josh Kendall: Golf commentator on Tiger Woods' US Masters comeback

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tiger Woods has defied the odds to post an under-par opening round to begin his quest for a sixth US Masters title and complete an incredible sporting...

Mark the Week: He worked hard, he looks worn out, and it was a largely thankless task

07 Apr 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. Water.2/10."Because the cost ...

Mike Hosking: No surprise the trust in the media is dropping

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not remotely surprised trust in media is falling. It's falling, according to the authors of this week's latest report into the industry, at "an alarmi...

BJ Clark: National RSA President says it's important to have the Defence Force at Anzac services

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Delight that Defence Force personnel can attend Anzac services this year.Recent changes to vaccine mandates were taken into account in this week's rev...

Chester Borrows: Former detective and National cabinet minister says Poto Williams has mixed up her two Police Minister roles

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's being suggested the Police Minister is hiding behind the "it's an operational matter" line.That was Poto Williams response to new figures suggest...

Mike's Minute: Ashley Bloomfield had a completely thankless task

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In a way, you can't blame Ashley Bloomfield, and yet you can. He's quit. Why wouldn’t he? What a thankless task. But why do you quit when the job i...

Catherine Field: They're getting ready for a big Russian push

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nato are meeting in an emergency session in Brussels to discuss possibility of sending further weapons to Ukraine. The EU has stepped up sanctions ag...

Rod Liddle: People prefer to hear lies over truth

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Boris Johnson wades into the transgender debate. More sanctions against Russia. Jimmy Savile’s documentary paints his relationship with the royal ...

Nadia Lim: It's not just great for livestock but also cropping

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You might remember a couple of weeks back we had Nadia Lim on the programme – and I mentioned we should get her back on to talk her farm.  She and...

Dan Carter: It feels like the morning of test-match; I don't know what to expect

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dan Carter is well known for his record 1598 test points he scored in international rugby.  He might wish it was a little bit less in 24 hours' time....