The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Hayden McGill: Kiwi snow groomer at Beijing Winter Olmypics on his experience so far

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kiwis are back in action at the Winter Olympics today.Zoi Sadowski-Synnott, Cool Wakushima and Tiarn Collins will attempt to qualify in the Big Air ev...

Richard Arnold: Biden's national security adviser says Russia could invade Ukraine 'any day now'

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

National security adviser Jake Sullivan issued a stark warning Sunday that the United States believes Russia could launch an invasion of Ukraine thi...

Ben Glesiner: Cogo CEO says he's confident we'll catch up with helping grocery shoppers know the carbon footprint of their purchases

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A call for New Zealanders to learn the carbon footprint of their grocery shop is yet to get off the ground.There's concern the country is lagging behi...

Brian Cree: Radius Care Managing Director says aged care industry is dealing with systemic issues

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hopes the appointment of New Zealand's first Aged Care Commissioner will provide a voice for the sector.Carolyn Cooper, former Managing Director of Bu...

Lorenzo Neal: Former NFL all-pro previews Super Bowl LVI between Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Super Bowl LVI, America’s biggest sports day, takes place later today.The Los Angeles Rams are playing at home to the Cincinnati Bengals.Until last ...

Lance Burdett: Former Police negotiator says a different intervention is needed for Parliament protestors

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A suggestion the Government has moved too slowly to stop anti-mandate protests.It's the seventh day they have been camped out at Parliament.Former Pol...

Jacque Lethbridge: Lawyer says the Government should listen to Grounded Kiwis High Court case, but they don’t have to

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Grounded Kiwis legal battle kicks off this morning.The group is taking the Government to the High Court in a Judicial Review over MIQ.They claim t...

Mark the Week: Yet again we face a crisis at the workplace and in the fields

10 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 Protest: 3/10 "It didn...

Joe Kelly: General Manager at Damsmart on converting tens of thousands of hours of Sky TV's sports coverage from the last 30 years

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Decades of New Zealand sporting history have been secured for generations to come. Work has finally wrapped up on converting tens of thousands of hou...

Chris Hipkins: Covid-19 Response Minister rejects suggestions the close contact exemption scheme is too admin heavy

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Hipkins is rejecting suggestions the close contact exemption scheme is too admin heavy. In phase two of our Omicron outbreak, critical business...

Mike Angove: Combat sports analyst and commentator ahead of Israel Adesanya's UFC title defence this weekend

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Israel Adesanya has a big fight on his hands this weekend.  He has a rematch against Australian Robert Whittaker after Adesanya got the best of him i...

Dave Rossiter: Westmere Butchery Owner says close contact exemption scheme is confusing

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A butcher believes the new close contact exemption scheme, raises more questions than answers.  Under the scheme, critical business workers won't ha...

Chris Wilson: Auckland University political extremism researcher says lack of leadership at convoy protest makes negotiation difficult

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An absence of any central leadership is making things difficult for police, as they try to wrangle protesters at Parliament. There were over 120 arre...

Krishna Botica: Auckland Restaurant Association President says targeted support for hospitality is needed

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hospitality businesses will continue to ask for government support, as more close their doors. Latest figures from the Restaurant Association show bu...

Tama Singh: Head dating coach at Wingmen on global study into the importance of social media in the dating world

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Apparently a lot of us are online stalkers when it comes to our potential dates.  Findings from a global study involving New Zealanders on online dat...

Peter O'Connor: Auckland University professor on report finding 57 percent of Kiwi parents are worried their kid's learning has suffered dur

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A new education report released this morning shows a lot of parents are worried about their child's learning.  One Choice have done another of their ...

Megan Woods: Housing Minister says they've never done progressive home ownership in the country before and it's complicated

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Little to show for a multi-million dollar housing policy.  Only 58 families have moved into homes under the Government's Progressive Home Ownership S...

Phil Sprey: Capital C Concerts Owner is frustrated at the lack of support for the sector

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A concert promoter is frustrated at the lack of support for the sector. Several events have already been cancelled this year due to the Omicron outbr...

Andy Foster: Wellington mayor says he wants people in the city to get back to normal business

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Protestors at Parliament are being told they need to pack up and go away. Anti-mandate demonstrators are camped out on the grounds in central Welling...

Brett O'Riley: Employers and Manufacturers Association chief executive on what businesses want from RAT announcement

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

At 10am Hipkins and Verrall are setting out "the plan to support key businesses and supply chains" so businesses can make some money during phases tw...

Pollies: Convoy protest, border opening and traffic lights

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A group of anti-mandate protesters camped out on Parliament grounds are ignoring the call to move on. Speaker Trevor Mallard has threatened to trespa...

Tim O'Connor: Auckland Grammar School headmaster on NSW's proposed changes to the school day

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New South Wales are preparing to say goodbye to the traditional school hours.  Premier Dominic Perrottet is set to trial a pilot program across the s...

Andrew Hoggard: Federated Farmers vice president on $400k Covid-19 support package

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another cheque has been thrown in the Government's Covid coffers.  This time Damien O'Connor is handing out $400,000, for farmers who might get the v...

Eryk Bagshaw: Reason for Winter Olympics' 'nuclear plant' ski jump backdrop explained

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unflattering scenes broadcast during Beijing's Winter Olympics has left some viewers questioning whether organisers chose an appropriate location for ...

David Kelly: Registered Master Builders' Association chief executive says sky high construction costs are taking a toll on builders' mental

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sky high construction costs are taking a toll on builders' mental health.  CoreLogic Cordell Construction Cost Index for the last quarter of 2021 sho...

Dave Bodger: Gull New Zealand Chief Executive says people will buy the same amount of fuel, make savings elsewhere

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

People are still buying the same amount of fuel, despite prices edging closer to $3 a litre. The Prime Minister says the rising cost is a supplier is...

Andrew Little: Health Minister says the Government won't put a date on when Covid restrictions might end

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Health Minister won't put a date on when Covid restrictions might end and quarantine-free international travel might resume. All of New Zealand r...

Commentary Box: Jason Pine and Guy Heveldt wrap the weekend's sport

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Pine and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk Winter Olympics, Super Rugby, Justin Langer and whether Reece Walsh will jump ship from the War...

Reece Warren: The Wine Auction Room co-founder on New Zealand's most expensive bottle of wine going up for sale

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are hopes the most expensive bottle of wine to ever go to auction in New Zealand will be consumed, rather than invested.  Liquid gold is on the...

Rob Hewitt: Water Safety ambassador on report showing NZ has 44 percent higher ten-year average beach and coastal fatal drowning rate, per c

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

People are being urged not to over-estimate their swimming ability. The latest Beach and Coastal Safety Report shows we have a 44 percent higher ten-...

Rodney Harrex: South Australian Tourism Commission Chief Executive on announcement borders will open to vaccinated travellers

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's tourism sector is all on board with a move to reopen the country's border later this month. The Australian Government has confirmed it wi...

Chris Bishop: National's Covid-19 spokesperson says the Government are covering up their own incompetence over Rapid Antigen Tests

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

National has hit out at the requisitioning of Rapid Antigen Tests from businesses.  When news broke that the Ministry of Health was requisitioning th...

David Seymour: Act leader says Labour's popularity is down to fear tactics

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Act reckons Labour's popularity is down to fear tactics. Act's support has halved to eight percent on the Newshub-Reid Research poll. Labour's up by...

Don Wilson: Managing director of OnRoad Transport Ltd on the effect of petrol price hikes

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unleaded 95 is above $3 per litre at different places around the country while experts predict the same isn't far off for 91. It hits the regular pun...

Mark the Week: Like always, it's a mile too late and way too slow

03 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 Border Announcement: 6/...

Richard Arnold: Islamic State leader killed during US raid in Syria

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The leader of the violent Islamic State group was killed Thursday, blowing himself up along with members of his family during an overnight raid carrie...

Brad Walters: Founder of Meatworx butchery says demand for quality meat has meant a boost for homekill and retail butcher services.

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The demand for quality meat has meant a boost for homekill and retail butcher services.  There's been a surge in home kill trade since 2020 - believe...

Marcus Armstrong: Kiwi F2 driver on his new team

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A change of scenery for Kiwi F2 driver Marcus Armstrong this year. The 21-year-old is leaving French team Mads, as well as the Ferrari driver academy...

Nico Porteous: Kiwi free skier on preparations for Beijing Winter Olympics

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's athletes are preparing to get on the piste in Beijing. Some events are underway, but the official opening ceremony is overnight with fr...

Chris Hipkins: Covid-19 Response Minister isn't sure what needs to happen before the country can drop self-isolation requirements

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Hipkins isn't sure what needs to happen before the country can drop self-isolation requirements. A phased reopening of the border will begin fr...

Nisha Nair: Cancer Prevention Report lead says Tackling inequality is the key to preventing more cancer deaths

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tackling inequality is the key to preventing more cancer deaths, according to a Cancer Control Agency report.The Cancer Prevention Report lists the ma...

Mike Hosking: A lesson in life, the taxman is never far from your pocket

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From our rock and a hard place file comes the revelations, if that’s not too strong a word, over the tax price you pay if you help your kid out buyi...

Eddie Rayner: Former Split Enz member on teaming up with Tim Finn in new band

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of our more iconic musical acts is making a comeback, of sorts.Eddie Rayner was of initial Split Enz fame, he then went on to star in Crowded Hous...

Haydon Burford: New South Wales inventor on Shark Stop suit designed to reduce damage from attacks

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Science is edging us ever closer to a shark proof wetsuit.New South Wales inventor Haydon Burford has designed the Shark Stop suit.He started designin...

Jonas Herby: Report co-author on research finding lockdowns had little effect on Covid-19 morality rates

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We know the theories from the Government as to why we were locked down and currently in the Red setting - to reduce the number of hospitalisations and...

Jeffrey Williams: Hospitality platform Barcats chief on free job-ready employment program for beneficiaries

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A helping hand is being proposed for both hospitality and people trying to get into the job market.Hospitality platform Barcats has teamed up with the...

David Coombes: Flight Centre Managing Director says Government need to fully open borders and remove isolation requirements

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Flight Centre Managing Director David Coombes says the Government's border announcement will be good news for those wanting to get home.But he told Mi...

Rachel Das: New Zealander in Australia says she's awaiting the border announcement with cautious optimism

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's major border announcement from the Government will be too little, too late for many.Newstalk ZB understands the Government will reopen the bor...

Pollies: Boosters, Bellis and Tourism

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pregnant Kiwi journalist Charlotte Bellis will return to New Zealand at the end of this month after surviving the "circus" of her battle with the Gove...

Frankie Stevens: New Zealand music great on younger generations listening to more classic music

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Music industry data from Britain and the US show the younger generations are listening to the golden oldies, rather than the modern artists, more and ...

Leon Grice: Rako Science executive director says he's been talking to the Ministry of Health about RATs since August

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's being criticised again for its slowness in acquiring rapid antigen tests. It's ordered another 36 million RATs, meaning the country ...

Will Thomas: Sachi member says Government response to them hasn't been good enough despite support package for the arts

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A music group says the government hasn't properly acknowledged calls to support the arts sector.  The Government has announced a $120 million boost f...

Colin Mansbridge: Crusaders CEO provides an update on Super Rugby fixtures

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Invercargill and Queenstown appear to be the biggest benefactors to the inevitable changes for the 2022 Super Rugby season.  Rugby bosses have been m...

Charlotte Bellis: Pregnant New Zealander says her situation hasn't moved the dial for other pregnant Kiwis abroad

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Charlotte Bellis isn't sure her story has made much difference for other New Zealanders, stranded overseas.  The pregnant New Zealander has now been ...

Brook Nettleton: Blue Glass Contracting director says if farm workers don't arrive soon, crops will go to waste

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Time is running out to save the biggest harvest of the year from going to waste.  There's just a two-week window for the Government to allow 200 skil...

Alan Ritchson: Actor on playing Jack Reacher in new series

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lee Child and the Jack Reacher book series have fans across the globe.  It, of course, got a life on the big screen - with Tom Cruise taking the role...

Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO says they are planning to have up to 30 percent of staff unavailable

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Supermarkets are continuing to make plans to deal with disruption, as the Omicron variant spreads.  Foodstuffs North Island says demand is relatively...

James Bell-Booth: earSHOTS founder new wireless earphone specifically aimed at those doing sporting activities

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A new Kiwi tech company is staking it's claim in the multi-billion-dollar headphones market.  earSHOTS have launched a new wireless earphone specific...

Alexandra Birt: Grounded Kiwis spokesperson hopes Charlotte Bellis' story will bring a government u-turn on returnees self-isolating

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's hoped Charlotte Bellis' story will bring a government u-turn on returnees self-isolating.  The pregnant journalist's story of trying to come hom...

David Clark: Commerce Minister plays down reports of unintended consequences from its new lending requirements

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is playing down reports of unintended consequences from its new lending requirements. It's brought forward a review of the legislation...

Mai Chen: Lawyer says Employers can ask their staff not to travel under the Red Traffic Light setting but they can't set it in stone

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Employers can ask their staff not to travel under the Red Traffic Light setting -- but they can't set it in stone. Newstalk ZB has learned some emplo...

Michelle Sands: Horticulture NZ and Natural Resources and Environment leader on working group aimed at reducing agricultural emissions

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's official working group that looks into reducing agricultural emissions isn't pleasing it's Climate Change Minister.  The group, whic...

Commentary Box: World reacts to Rafael Nadal's epic 21st grand slam victory

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic have congratulated rival Rafael Nadal after the Spainard claimed his 21st grand slam victory with an epic five hour ...

Nick Willis: Middle-distance runner becomes first runner in history to run a sub-four minute mile every year for 20 years

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another achievement for the ages, this time in middle-distance running.Nick Willis has become the first runner in history to run a sub-four minute mil...

Richard Arnold: Thousands lose power in the brutal cold after a bomb cyclone dumps record-setting snow

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The nor'easter that dumped record snowfall in parts of the East Coast has left treacherous wind chills and thousands of people without power."An Eas...

Steve Price: Scott Morrison faces electoral wipe-out with support plunging, according to Newspoll

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Scott Morrison’s government is fighting for its political life according to Newspoll, with popular support plunging to the lowest lev...

Jono Hendricks: Auckland school principal says a hesitancy to bring kids back to school will become a truancy issue

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Schools are facing hesitancy from parents, about sending their children back from the start of Term One.Students at most schools will return today and...

Craig Gabriel: Tennis commentator on Rafael Nadal's Australian Open victory

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

History for Rafael Nadal last night at the Australian Open.The Spaniard came back from two sets down to beat Daniil Medvedev in the final last night.I...

Brigitte Morten: Former National senior adviser says 1 News Kantar poll is a reflection of growing dissatisfaction with Covid response

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The tide could be turning in National's favour.Chris Luxon has scored a net approval rating of 22 points in the latest 1 News Kantar poll while Jacind...

Matthew Tutaki: Maori Council chairman says rising cost of living is creating a perfect poverty storm

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A price freeze on essential items is being floated as one solution to the sky-rocketing cost of living.Inflation is now at its highest level in a gene...

Debbie Sorensen: Pasifika Futures chief executive says Government needs to talk less and do more to improve home isolation

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is being urged to talk less and do more to improve home isolation.Under the current framework, introduced following two deaths in home ...

Wrapping the Week: Better sleep, fuel prices and inflation

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Dower was joined by Tim Wilson and Kerre McIvor to wrap the week in news. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan James: Christchurch hair salon ditches gender-based pricing

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Gender-based pricing has been given the chop at a Christchurch hair salon.  Instead, time and skill required will determine the cost. There are ho...

Grant Robertson: Finance Minister says high inflation rate is a sign of the global times

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grant Robertson says the historically high rate of inflation is a sign of the global times. Annual inflation has hit 5.9 percent for the 2021 calenda...

Brenda Perry: Former New Zealand tennis professional on this year's Australian Open

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a rollercoaster of a ride at this year's Australian Open. The Djokovic saga before it even started - and now Kyrgios and his crowd antic...

Christopher Luxon: National leader on poll bump, Labour and PM down

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Luxon and National are up in the first 1 News-Kantar poll of his leadership, rising four points to 32 per cent - but he is unlikely to be celebr...

Tim O'Connor: Auckland Grammar Headmaster says it was a 'no brainer' to send Soundsplash students home

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As concerns about Hamilton's Soundsplash music festival grow, some high schools aren't taking any chances.  At least one Omicron case has been c...

Brent Thomas: House of Travel Chief Operating Officer says the travel company is seeing an uplift in young people's enquiries

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Young Kiwis are starting to find their wings again. With more than 92 percent of those aged 18-30 double vaccinated, they're starting to look oversea...

Enda Brady: UK Government holds breath as it awaits 'partygate' report

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Boris Johnson braced Wednesday for the conclusions of an investigation into allegations of lockdown-breaching parties, a document that ...

Oliver Driver and Nick Malmholt: Shortland Street producers on the show's 30th anniversary

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s most beloved soap opera is celebrating its 30th anniversary.  Shortland Street first appeared on our screens way back in 1992.  ...

Cherie Taylor-Patel: Principals' Federation President says the guidelines in schools for Omicron are a lot different to those for Delta.

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The clock is ticking as schools race to prepare for a new school year. Most schools start next week under the Red Light.   Principals have met wit...

Kirk Hope: Business New Zealand Chief Executive says Government's approval of rapid antigen testing should have been earlier

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's expected to be very difficult to operate a business under Omicron, without access to rapid antigen tests. Argument has broken out between bus...

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist on inflation figures set to be released today

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Inflation could be about to reach its highest point in three decades -- and keep climbing for months to come. The latest Consumer Price Index data is...

Ann-Louise Anderson: Inscience director says their rapid antigen test orders will now go to Ministry of Health

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Concerns for businesses that use rapid antigen testing regularly. The Ministry of Health says it's consolidating incoming orders.  Inscience is a ...

Pollies: Stuart Nash and Mark Mitchell on Red Traffic Light, RATs and Inflation

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is set to reveal how it will try to step up the fight against Omicron as the highly infectious Covid-19 variant spreads across the coun...

Dr Alex Bartle: Medical Director of Sleep Well Clinics on social media trend of people taping their mouth closed before sleep

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's a new trend taking over social media. This is a TikTok thing, linked to the idea it's unhealthy to sleep with your mouth open. It has led ...

Jon Duffy: Consumer New Zealand CEO on Air New Zealand credit rules

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Consumer New Zealand thinks Air New Zealand is being a bit tight with its credit rules. Right now, you can receive a credit if your flight is can...

Tony Alexander: Independent economist says tightening of home lending rules has stripped away first home buyers ability to get into the mark

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Things aren't looking any rosier for people trying to get on the property ladder. A new CoreLogic report suggests the property market has moved past ...

Matt Doocey: Waimakariri MP calls for a mental health summit to take stock of the pressure the country's youth are under

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fears the pandemic is causing mental distress to escalate amongst teenagers.  Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey is calling for a mental health summit to ...

Joel Rindelaub: Auckland University aerosol chemist says Omicron is making cloth masks redundant

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Cloth masks may be quickly becoming a thing of the past. The Government's new rules around mask wearing come into effect next Thursday.  Face cover...

Don Braid: Mainfreight chief executives says Rapid Antigen Tests are working well for colleagues over the Tasman

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A transport company says Rapid Antigen Tests are working well for colleagues over the Tasman. Some essential workers will be able to end isolation so...

Rod Liddle: Russia rejects UK claim of trying to replace Ukraine leader

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Russia's Foreign Ministry on Sunday rejected a British claim that the Kremlin is seeking to replace Ukraine's government with a pro-Moscow administrat...

Dr. Michael Mosley: Fast 800 Diet creator on how our lockdown diets may be affecting long term health

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we head into this new unknown with Omicron - plenty of us are thinking about staying healthy.Dr. Michael Mosley knows a thing or two about healthy ...

Nico Porteous: 'As good as it gets' - Nico Porteous nails perfect Olympic preview to win X Games gold

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nico Porteous nailed the preview - now it's time to do likewise at "the big O-show".The Kiwi freeskier today confirmed his status as a gold-medal favo...

Andrew Lessells: Auckland University Students' Association president on online and open book exams

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Online and open book exams are in store for Auckland University students this year - bar some exceptions.It has started discussion around whether othe...

Grant Habgood: Robert Walters Recruitment director on using video cover letters for job applications

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More and more, job seekers are being asked to include a video resume with their application.Linkedin data shows 79 percent of hiring managers think vi...

Mike Bennetts: Z Energy Chief Executive rejects claims that it's pocketing more profits from rising fuel prices

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Z Energy is rejecting claims that it's pocketing more profits from rising fuel prices.New Zealanders are feeling the pain at the pump, with fuel price...

Andrew Little: Health Minister says health system has coped with previous Covid outbreaks and will cope again

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Health Minister says the health system has coped with previous Covid outbreaks - and will cope again.The Association of Salaried Medical Specialis...

Mark Lister: Craigs Investment Partners analyst says we should expect central banks to turn down the tap on cheap money

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The tap's being turned down on cheap money, which is making markets nervous.The New Zealand share market fell into correction territory yesterday morn...

Commentary Box: How the shift to red light level impacts New Zealand sport

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sports minister Grant Robertson has eased fears that the move to a red light alert level could impact the women's ODI Cricket World Cup later in the y...