The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Episodes
Michael Schur: Famed comedy writer on his new book 'How to be Perfect'
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You probably don't know the name Michael Schur, but you'll definitely know his work. He's an American comedy writer and was a key figure in writing ...
Craig Turner: Director of the Comfort Group on Sleepyhead Estate development being given the green light
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's only taken three and a half years, but the Sleepyhead Estate development at Ohinewai has finally been given the green light. The Environment Cou...
Richie Barnett: Former Kiwis league player and life coach on Manu Vatuvei's sentencing
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The dramatic fall of rugby league great Manu Vatuvei ended in court yesterday. Vatuvei was sentenced to three years and seven months in prison for i...
Andrew Gaudin: Pharmacy Guild chief executive says it's up to retailers to set price point on RATs
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pharmacists say they're not out to rip people off when it comes to Rapid Antigen Tests. A Consumer New Zealand survey found the price varies from $6....
Daniel Wordsworth: Word Vision spokesperson reports over 100,000 Ukrainian refugees have crossed the border into Romania
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ukrainians continue to flee in the wake of Russia's invasion. The United Nations says more than 800,000 people have now fled the country. Word Visio...
Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner says response from staff at Parliament yesterday was world-leading
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Police Commissioner Andrew Coster says the way his officers dismantled the protest around Wellington yesterday was world-leading. “I’m incredibly...
Pollies: Protest, Ukraine and Covid testing
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to review the week's political news.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Olivier Knox: Washington Post national political correspondent ahead of Biden's State of the Union address
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Biden delivers his all-important State of the Union address today. It will be prime time in the states at 9pm, so 3pm our time this afternoon. It'...
Gary Stead: Black Caps coach reviews the summer
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Kiwi summer of cricket is over - and it's fair to say this one won't be remembered fondly. A test series loss to India, a drawn test series agai...
Terry Taylor: Institute of Medical Laboratory Science President says testing delays could have been avoided by more engagement with lab work
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Health officials are being accused of not properly engaging with the lab workforce when it comes to testing capacity. Dr Ashley Bloomfield has apolo...
Neil Hauer: Ukraine correspondent says Russian convoy is having major logistical issues
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A long Russian convoy continues to head towards the Ukrainian capital of Kiev. It comes as a strike on a television building in the capital has kille...
Chris Hipkins: Covid-19 Response Minister says he will get to the bottom of the testing debacle
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hipkins is vowing to get to the bottom of the Covid-19 testing debacle. It comes after Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield apologi...
Nick James and Jack Crossland: Newstalk ZB reporters at Parliament as Police move in
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The protesters at Parliament are being given a choice - leave by your own volition or leave by force. Police from around the country have descended o...
Keriana Brooking: Hawke's Bay DHB Chief Executive as DHBs try to stop health workers' strike
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hospital, community and outpatient services could be postponed for 24 hours if a planned strike by Allied Health workers goes ahead. District Health ...
Sandy Mill: Kiwi studio voice on new music, solo career
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You might not recognise the name Sandy Mill - but you've probably heard her voice in plenty of songs. For years she was based in Europe and was a ba...
Sir John Kirwan: Mental heath advocate's new initiative aims to teach kids the basics of mental health
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sir John Kirwan's foundation has launched a new initiative to teach kids the basics of mental health. Mitey supports primary schools in delivering an...
Matthew Schmidt: Expert on Vladimir Putin says the leader faces the very real prospect of people revolting against him
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An expert on Vladimir Putin says the Russian leader is risking his political future with his ongoing attack on Ukraine. Switzerland has broken from i...
Graeme Swan: Motor Trade Association Sector Manager on figures showing 40 percent of vehicles failed WOF on first inspection
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Shocking new figures reveal 40 percent of vehicles failed their warrant on first inspection last year. Motor Trade Association Sector Manager Graeme ...
Stuart Nash: Tourism Minister warns that tourism won't be fixed overnight and won't look like it did pre-Covid
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Tourism Minister says he's working hard to rebuild brand New Zealand. He says he should be able to make an announcement about the fate of overse...
Les Morgan: Sudima Hotels Chief Operating Officer says there will be no health overhang once MIQ comes to an end
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hopes the hotel industry can shake the MIQ stigma. From Thursday, vaccinated New Zealanders in Australia will be able to return home without isolati...
Damien O'Connor: Trade Minister says free trade deal with the UK was no easy feat
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Damien O'Connor says securing a free trade deal with the UK was no easy feat. The Trade Minister's signed the agreement in London with his British c...
Commentary Box: Scott McLaughlin, Black Caps vs South Africa, Russian sanctions
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk Scott McLaughlin, the Black Caps' clash with South Africa, sanctions on Russia from the spo...
Steve Price: Lismore told to evacuate as parts of NSW prepare for worst floods since 1880
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The dire weather emergency drenching Australia’s east coast is moving even further south as heavy rains and floods threaten NSW, as residents of Lis...
John Miles: Marketing Association CEO on whether junk mail is actually an effective advertising tool
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is junk mail still a thing?It’s mainly email these days, with specials and sales, etc.How many of us still pull a pamphlet out of the letterbox and ...
Richard Arnold: White House responds to Russia's decision to put deterrence forces on high alert
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Sunday that Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to put Russia's deterrence forces, which includes ...
Deborah Hart: ASH director says student smoking survey results are heading in right direction despite rise in vaping
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Teens are continuing to swap out cigarettes for vapes.According to last year's ASH Year 10 survey, the number of students who smoke cigarettes daily f...
Natalie Anderson: Auckland University School of Nursing senior lecturer on nursing becoming a more attractive career path
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nursing has become a more attractive career path and despite the pandemic, more people want to get into the profession.Figures released by the Ministr...
Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island Chief Executive says they've made a commitment to sell RATs at a cost to them
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The country's biggest grocery company will be rolling out Rapid Antigen Testing.Foodstuffs, which owns Four Square, New World and PAK'nSAVE will start...
Christopher Luxon: National leader says self-isolation rules under first phase of border reopening are "totally nuts"
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
National's leader is labelling self-isolation rules under the first phase of the border re-opening as "totally nuts".Fully jabbed New Zealanders and e...
Neil Hauer: Journalist in Ukraine says about 3000 Russian troops have been killed or captured so far
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Vladimir Putin is upping the stakes in the conflict in Ukraine following a series of setbacks on the ground.The Russian President has ordered militar...
Mark the Week: More delusional wastage
24 Feb 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 Government's PCR Test...
Fraser Whineray: Chief Operating Officer at Fonterra on New Zealand's first ever electric milk tanker
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fonterra is getting our first-ever electric milk tanker. It's part of the announcement made by the Government for funding for climate friendly vehic...
Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings chief executive says all they want is a firm date on when international visitors can return
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's a continual push to get the borders open before October. Covid Response Minister Chris Hipkins has announced there will be a lot of changes i...
Sergey Radchenko: Johns Hopkins University professor says there's no good scenario for either Ukraine or Russia
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Russian military troops are continuing to advance into Ukraine. Russian troops have seized the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. Ukraine's President ...
Neil Hauer: Reporter live from Kiev as Ukrainians flee the country or go into hiding
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Russia has seized control of the Chernobyl nuclear plant - as it continues its advance on Ukraine. Dozens of people have been killed, amid thousands ...
Dr. Ashley Bloomfield: Director General of Health Ashley Bloomfield says health officials are not trying to scare people with the Omicron re
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Health officials say they're not trying to scare people with the Omicron response. It follows claims from Air New Zealand boss Greg Foran that people...
David Parker: Acting Foreign Affairs Minister says while New Zealand isn't involved in Ukraine in a military sense, our voice is still impor
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's joined Western leaders in condemning Russia's attack on Ukraine, and calling on Vladimir Putin to pull back. Aotearoa has introduced ta...
Josh Mehrtens: Mild Orange lead singer on new album and world tour
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Time to meet another Kiwi music act making plenty of waves overseas. Mild Orange was formed in 2016 by four Dunedin mates - Josh Mehrtens, Josh Reid...
Greg Foran: Air New Zealand chief executive as airline feels the impact of Covid-19
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A clear picture of the impact Covid-19 is having on Air New Zealand. The airline's just posted a statutory loss before taxation of $376 million for t...
Mike Hosking: Bloomfield and Health Ministry fail us yet again
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How is that love affair with Ashley Bloomfield going for you? Did you get the t-shirt or the apron? For those who beatified him, idolised him, and to...
Adrian Orr: Reserve Bank Governor says interest rates will continue to rise
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Expect interest rates to continue rising as the Reserve Bank tries to get inflation under control. The central bank has upped the Official Cash Rate ...
Leon Grice: Rako Science chief executive says they will provide extra Covid tests to government
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The private sector is offering a helping hand to the Government. Rako Science says it's willing to provide extra tests for the Government to help he...
Steve Jurkovich: Kiwibank chief executive says Kiwis with mortgages are expected to be hit in the pocket by Official Cash Rate hike
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealanders with mortgages are expected to be hit in the pocket by the latest Official Cash Rate hike. The Reserve Bank has increased it by a quar...
Paul Hunt: Chief Human Rights Commissioner says the concerns of protesters need to be listened to
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chief Human Rights Commissioner Paul Hunt says the concerns of the protesters need to be listened to. He told Mike Hosking it's unclear how long the ...
Steve Hargreaves: Auckland Secondary Principals Association President says schools are annoyed with government's changing approach to dealin
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Annoyance with the Government's constantly changing approach to dealing with Covid-19 in schools. New rules will mean students will only be consider...
Pollies: Megan Wood and Mark Mitchell talk Mosque Coroner's hearing, Christchurch rebuild and are we a divided nation?
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to discuss the week's politics news.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Hosking: We must wake up to the problems with Fortress New Zealand
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's an odd, old day when educationalists are at war with the government. After all, education is a heavily unionised profession and the Labour Party ...
Egor Petrov: Bayside Rum owner on launching their first kumara rum
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kumara rum is something you might not have heard about before. A new Kiwi start-up called Bayside Rum has launched its first kumara rum - which is do...
Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists executive director doubts looser self-isolation rules for healthcare workers will
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's doubt looser self-isolation rules for healthcare workers would solve staff shortages. Non-urgent surgeries have been canned for at least four...
James Parsons: Player services manager at the NZ Rugby Players’ Association on what's next following Super Rugby bubble
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Queenstown bubble for Super Rugby has popped. All the New Zealand teams and Moana Pasifika were supposed to be in Queenstown for at least the f...
Iryna Matviyishyn: Ukrainian journalist says there is a lot of uncertainty in the country
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Much of the world is waiting for Vladimir Putin's next move. Western nations are slapping sanctions on Russia, after Moscow approved treaties with t...
Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner says there are no plans to request Defence Force assistance at this stage
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Police are playing down any talk of deploying the Defence Force to deal with the protests outside Parliament. Officers are focusing on containing and...
Mike Hosking: Te Huia is a disaster, time to pull the pin
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The question for those who supported Te Huia and still do, is just what is it you expect to happen to turn around the atrocious figures as laid bare i...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics senior economist says Reserve Bank should increase Official Cash Rate by half a percent
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank's being told to be more proactive when it comes to the Official Cash Rate. It's expected to lift the rate this afternoon in a bid to...
David Baddiel: British comedian on his new book The Boy Who Got Accidentally Famous
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
David Baddiel is one of Britain's most well-known comedians. He first rose to fame with Frank Sinner with their iconic football hit "Three Lions" in...
Dr Roy Soiza: Honorary clinical reader at the University of Aberdeen on how legendary artists can keep performing
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
They say there’s nothing like the golden oldies. The legend that is Sir Paul McCartney has been revealed as a headline act at this year's Glastonb...
Grant Robertson: Finance Minister defends comparison period for Government's new business support package
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister is defending the comparison period for the Government's new business support package.From Monday, some will be eligible for up to...
Michael Wood: Transport Minister on report finding Te Huia train costs more than driving
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Transport Minister says Covid-19 disruptions have affected the Hamilton to Auckland train service. A report for the Waikato Chamber of Commerce ...
Lara Greaves: Auckland University politics researcher says the country isn't as divided as it might seem right now
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Auckland University politics researcher Lara Greaves says the country isn't as divided as it might seem right now. She told Mike Hosking the long-te...
Lester Mohi: Glenview School Deputy Principal on research calling for water-only drinks policy for primary and intermediate
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Authors of a paper on drinks policies are calling for water only in primary and intermediate schools. The paper published in the Australian and New ...
Krishna Botica: Auckland Restaurant Association president says it is unclear how much government support will help businesses
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Restaurants aren't completely sold on the new support dished up by the Government. From Monday, a six-week payment will be available for Omicron-hit...
Commentary Box:Winter Olympics, Black Caps vs South Africa, Moana Pasifika
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk Nico Porteous, the Winter Olympics, the Black Caps' trouncing of South Africa, the NRL pres...
Richard Arnold: Blinken says Russia's 'playbook' for an invasion of Ukraine is moving forward but war can still be averted
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Sunday that Russia's "playbook" for an invasion of Ukraine is moving forward, though he said there still is a...
Nico Porteous: Freestyle skiier on his successful Beijing Winter Olympics campaign
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Beijing Winter Olympics was the most successful ever for New Zealand by quite some margin.Nico Porteous rounded it off by getting gold in the men’...
Steve Price: Australia reopens borders to the world for the first time since March 2020
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the day the world — and especially tourism operators and airlines around Australia — have been waiting almost two years for.‘Fortress Aus...
Vaughan Couillault: Secondary Principals' Association President says rapid antigen testing would help staff get back to school quicker
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Schools are continuing to deal with staffing issues as Covid-19 cases emerge.Last Thursday, there were 177 education facilities in Auckland dealing wi...
Dr Shane Reti: National MP says the worst Elon Musk could've said with helping Tonga was no
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A National MP has shown why you should always shoot for the stars.Elon Musk's Starlight satellite internet is starting up in Tonga shortly and will he...
Matt Hannant: Northern Region Health Coordination Centre Operations Director says a lot will be done to ensure RATs are used correctly
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A great deal of work will be undertaken to ensure Rapid Antigen Tests are used correctly.RATs will become available at Auckland testing sites from thi...
Don Good: Waikato Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive says Te Huia will likely be a topic in local body elections this year
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Waikato Chamber of Commerce is concerned the Hamilton to Auckland train service is financially and environmentally worse than driving.A report for...
Peter McIntyre: Immunisation Advisory Centre medical advisor says vaccine mandates now don't apply as much
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A vaccine expert says the justifications used for mandates now don't apply as much. Act leader David Seymour wants to see a move away from mandates, ...
Mark the Week: There are no winners
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Time now to mark the week, the little piece of news and current events that’s almost as popular as tomatoes at under $6 a kilo. The protest: 2/...
Christine Leunens: Kiwi author of 'Jojo Rabbit' original on her new book being picked up by Hollywood
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed Kiwi author Christine Leunens has had her new novel snapped up by Hollywood. Christine's earlier book, Caging Skies, was made into the mov...
Jonathan Coleman: Former Defence Minister says Government needs to think twice before bringing military in to deal with Parliament protest
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A former Defence Minister says the Government needs to think twice before bringing in the military to deal with the protest at Parliament. Police hav...
Gerard van Tilborg: North Harbour Rugby chairman on Silver Lake deal
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After months of debate, an agreement hass been reached between Silver Lake, New Zealand Rugby and the New Zealand Rugby Players’ Association. Us p...
Lisette Reymer: Newshub Europe Correspondent says many Ukrainians are living in fear
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many Ukrainians are preparing to make difficult decisions as tensions increase even further at its border with Russia. It's thought some five millio...
Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist on house price average at 8.8 times household income
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Housing affordability has deteriorated to all-time record lows. Figures from CoreLogic shows the average New Zealand property is now worth 8.8 times ...
Andrew Little: Health Minister accepts confusing messaging on teacher access to rapid antigen tests
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Minister accepts there has been confusing messaging on whether teachers should be able to access rapid antigen tests. Officials say RATs w...
Peter Dengate Thrush: Gaming Machine Association calls for facial recognition software on pokies
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Pokie machine owners want the Ministry of Health to help fund its facial recognition software in gambling venues. It helps stop people who self-iden...
Julie White and Greg Harford: Hospitality NZ CEO and Retail NZ CEO on survey finding 70% of hospitality venues are looking to reduce staff
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are more calls for help from hospitality businesses every day... Now a Hospitality NZ survey says more than 70 percent of cafes, bars and resta...
Greg Barns: Australian lawyer says there is no justification for Morrison's changes to Migrant Act
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Morrison Government is set to make changes to its Migrant Act, which could see more 501 deportees come here. It gives Australia's Immigration Min...
Chris Cahill: Police Association President says a group of people sitting in tents won't change the world
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The tents can stay but the vehicles around Parliament must move. Protesters are still camping on the lawn in front of the Beehive, while 450 of their...
Leighton Baker: Parliament protest liaison says they are disappointed no one from government has come to talk to them
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Protesters at Parliament are disappointed no one from the Government's come down to talk to them yet. It's the tenth day of the demonstrations and th...
Mike Hosking: Who is winning the PR war at Parliament?
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who do you reckon is winning the PR war when it comes to this protest at parliament? As another group sets up camp in Christchurch, you get the sense...
Pollies: Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods talk Auckland Mayoralty, protesters and RATs
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods joined Mike Hosking to break down the week's politics news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew Kelleher: Capital adviser on GlobalDairyTrade auction
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Kelleher from G2 Capital Advisors joined Mike Hosking to review the GlobalDairyTrade auction overnight.LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener ...
Ryan Fox: Kiwi golfer following the biggest win of his career
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kiwi golfer Ryan Fox is back on home soil after winning the biggest title of his career in the United Arab Emirates over the weekend. He took home a ...
Craig Little: Wairoa District Mayor on council proposing ban on gang insignia from headstones
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A council in the northern Hawke's Bay is pushing to ban gang and other insignia from headstones. The Wairoa District Council will put out the propos...
Andrew Coster: Police Commissioner says officers will take a softly-softly approach to Parliament protest
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Police continue to take a softly-softly approach to the protest at Parliament. The lawn in front of the Beehive is covered in tents, straw, mud, leak...
Jane Norton: Auckland University law expert says it would have to be a brave judge that sides with Grounded Kiwis
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It is being suggested it would take a bold judge to side with a group that claims MIQ was unlawful or unreasonable. A two-day judicial review of the ...
Chris Hipkins: Covid-19 Response Minister acknowledges difficulties of large families self isolating
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Members of some Auckland households are having to isolate in campervans. There are also reports of households that have families of 10-plus, staying ...
Mike Hosking: We are becoming the 'Oh well' country
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you ever want an example of how farcical our border situation is right now just talk to Paul Abbott Paul is leaving New Zealand after having arriv...
Todd Hunter: Dragon band member on Scott Morrison's rendition of April Sun in Cuba
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand rock band Dragon aren't impressed by Scott Morrison's rendition of one of their hit songs. They've slammed the Australian Prime Minister...
Shaun Johnson: Returning Warrior on being back and what 2022 holds
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could this year finally be the year for our beloved Warriors? Thanks to Covid and the border - it seems the club will be mainly based out of Australi...
Christopher Luxon: National Party leader says he'd be making deals for more Rapid Antigen Tests if he was running the country
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Christopher Luxon says he'd be making deals for Rapid Antigen Tests this morning if he was running the country. From midnight tonight, the country he...
Jonathan Ives: OneStaff CEO on report finding the number one motivation for a workplace is working within a great team
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A report has been released investigating what matters most in the workplace. Recruitment agency OneStaff has released their latest report gauging wor...
Efeso Collins: Auckland councillor says he could win mayoralty without Labour's support
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An Auckland Councillor wants the endorsement of the Labour Party to become the next Mayor of Auckland, but says he'll go it alone if he has to. Phil ...
Blair Impey: Republic Hospitality Group CEO fears Queenstown could be entirely shut within a week if plans aren't changed
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A warning the entire economy could collapse, if lawmakers don't come up with a new plan fast. The local chamber of commerce is predicting most busine...
Mike Hosking: Wider economic mood and performance will bite the Government
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So we got a big jump for the minimum wage - $21.20.The advantage for the Government is most of the people they pay, aren't on the minimum wage.The bur...
Commentary Box: Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt wrap the weekend's sport
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk Ryan Fox, Israel Adesanya, the IPL auction, Super Rugby's Covid situation, the Winter Olymp...
Steve Price: Jenny Morrison ‘disappointed’ by Grace Tame meeting at The Lodge with Scott Morrison
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Australia’s First Lady Jenny Morrison has criticised former Australian of the Year Grace Tame, saying she was “disappointed” by the recent excha...