The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Emily Blythe: Pyper Vision CEO says government funding for fog clearing technology will help get the product to market

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Christchurch start-up developing technology to clear fog at airports is delighted to have won government backing.Pyper Vision is in active developme...

Paul Coll: Kiwi squash world number one on wining British Open for second straight year

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's Paul Coll has defended his British Open squash title with a comprehensive straight-game defeat of Egyptian Ali Farag.Coll, the world No ...

Mark Gosling: Spark Arena managing director says they've done well to find alternative content that can work with restrictions

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The events industry is holding out for the scrapping of indoor capacity limits.Cabinet is reviewing whether the country, or parts of it, can move to t...

Bill Bayfield: Taumata Arowai chief executive says the same places often have ongoing issues with safe drinking water

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More than a million New Zealanders didn't have safe drinking water at some point last year.A new report has found many councils haven't had the right ...

Iryna Matviyishyn: Ukrainian journalist says Ukrainians are sceptical over peace talks between Russia and Ukraine

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Russia's retreat from Kyiv may just be a chance for it to regroup.It's predicted the fighting will intensify in the east and south over the next few w...

Carl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies chairperson says there doesn't appear to be an improvement in terms of labour amid Gib board shortag

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A nationwide shortage of Gib board is sparking major delays for the construction sector.There's a waiting time as long as nine months for the product....

Brent Eccles: Concert promoter says he's hoping for clarity of when indoor concerts can return

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A concert promoter has his fingers crossed for a switching of the traffic light soon.Cabinet meets this afternoon to decide if all, or regions, of New...

Mike's Minute: Why don't we pick the best person for the job anymore?

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I was thinking as Phil Goff got tipped about his new job in London, about how badly wrong we appear to have gone the job market. We all seem to agree...

Mark the Week: He's a thug and he made an unforgivable mistake

31 Mar 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.   Will Smith: 0/10 "He's a...

Marie Magnusson: Waikato University researcher on investigations into seaweed use in cleaning up polluted rivers

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Seaweed could become a game-changer when it comes to cleaning up some of New Zealand's most polluted waterways.  Almost a million dollars has been sp...

Simon Limmer: Silver Fern Farms chief executive on their record annual profit

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In these times when business is hard to come by, we should be celebrating when a company does so well.  Silver Fern Farms has posted an annual record...

Wayne Mapp: Former Defence Minister says it's too soon to make a decision around Anzac Day gatherings

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Former Defence Minister says it's too soon to make a decision around Anzac Day gatherings. Defence Force personnel have been told not to attend pub...

Nicola Willis: National Party deputy leader says hiding behind an anonymous identity to attack others isn't acceptable

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

National has no tolerance for bullying.  This comes from the party's deputy leader, after two Young Nats resigned following the trolling of three Chr...

Brenda Perry: Former New Zealand tennis pro on Stefanos Tsitsipas' equal pay comments

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion about pay equality - but not in the direction you might expect.  World number 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas has sparked the conversation after sa...

Carmel Sepuloni: Social Development Minister says benefit and wage increases are once in a generation changes

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government says it can't afford not to invest in low income families. Main benefit rates are increasing by between 20 and 42 dollars per adult, e...

Rick Stein: Celebrity chef on new book, TV and future plans as retirement nears

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrity chef Rick Stein’s latest show is in Cornwall, which is where he is from and a part of the country he has made famous with his restaurant ...

Mike's Minute: Co-governance debate set to become a political storm

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Developments this week in the co-governance plan involve National not committing to a referendum on it as requested by ACT. Chris Luxon argues we don...

Shane Warne memorial - thousands farewell cricket legend

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A crowd of more than 50,000 gathered at the MCG to farewell cricket legend Shane Warne, with Hollywood A-listers, cricket legends, family and friends ...

Terry Hutchinson: American Magic Boss on America's Cup move to Barcelona

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The America's Cup is off to Barcelona, where Emirates Team New Zealand will defend it in 2024.  The move of course has it's critics, from fans to po...

Kevin Rudd: Former Australian Prime Minister says it's too early to know how worried NZ should be about China's new military deal with the S

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's too early to know how worried New Zealand should be about China's new military deal with the Solomon Islands. That's the view of former Australi...

Nick Mills: Newstalk ZB Wellington Mornings host test-drives Transmission Gully

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Los Angeles has come to Wellywood.  That's how Wellington's Transmission Gully is being described, with the $1.25 billion motorway now officially ope...

Grant Robertson: Finance Minister says he's confident people will see Air NZ as a good investment

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government says it won't be left carrying the can when it comes to Air New Zealand. Our national airline is doing a capital raise of $2.2 billion...

Dame Therese Walsh: Air New Zealand chair announces $2.2 billion recapitalisation plan

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand has announced a major plan to recapitalise - after two years of economic turbulence.  The $2.2 billion package will enable the airlin...

Mike's Minute: Public transport zealots have lost the plot

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I am not sure if they realise it, and even if they do, whether they really care. But taking stuff away from people like car parking on the street, wh...

Pollies: MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell discuss Louisa Wall's retirement, America's Cup and Mitchell's meeting with Police blocked by Pot

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell joined Mike Hosking to discuss the week's political news. Louisa Wall retired from parliament after 14 years, the Am...

Gerard Whateley: Broadcaster and commentator ahead of Shane Warne's memorial service

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A massive day in Melbourne for the cricketing world.  Shane Warne's memorial service will be held at the MCG in front of around 50,000 fans and anyo...

Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy and Strategy on Fair Pay Agreements bill

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Many businesses are unhappy with the Government’s latest announcement.  The Government has introduced its Fair Pay Agreements bill, which it aims t...

Michael Rowland: ABC News Breakfast host on latest Australian budget

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Tax cuts, a big fuel excise cut and cash payments are leading the headlines when it comes to the Australian budget.  Frydenberg announced the tax off...

Michael Wood: Transport Minister as Jacinda Ardern officially opens Transmission Gully

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has officially opened Transmission Gully in a ribbon cutting ceremony on site this morning. The event marks a long awai...

Grant Dalton: It's Barcelona! Team New Zealand reveal new venue, dates for 2024 America's Cup

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Barcelona has officially been confirmed as the next venue of the America's Cup, replacing Auckland of hosting duties for the 2024 event. Emirates Tea...

Mike Hosking: Team NZ had no choice but to go to Barcelona

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So, the news is Barcelona is it. The America's Cup is moving for 2024. I think for those who don't like this, you have to see the story in two separa...

Mike's Minute: America's Cup angst won't matter if Team NZ win

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's one of life's ironies. Feedback I have got over the years on the America's Cup is how much we hate it, how many rich pricks are involved, and how...

Coterie: Perth-based kiwi band making an impact on the charts

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Time to meet another kiwi music act starting to make an impact.  The Fisher brothers - Brandford, Tyler, Joshua and Conrad formed the band Coterie a ...

Kristyn Burtt: LA entertainment reporter on academy review into Will Smith's assault of Chris Rock

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Oscars film academy has confirmed it's launching a formal review of Will Smith's assault of Chris Rock. In a statement, the academy says it will ...

David Strong: Film Commission Chief Executive says Jane Campion has put NZ back on the world film map

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The international film industry is being reminded New Zealand is open for business. Dame Jane Campion has won her second Oscar - this one for best di...

Riki Kinnaird: Duke of Marlborough owner says they are still waiting to hear from government on $49 million tourism fund

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Northland are crying out for some tourism help that they say should be extended by the Government beyond the South Island.  Earlier this month, the m...

Martin Glynn: AA Policy Director says Auckland Transport's parking plan adds to other policies affecting parking

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A thumbs down from the AA, for Auckland Transport's parking plan.  Auckland Transport wants to make cars the lowest priority for kerbside space and w...

Paul Buchanan: Strategic analyst says China's military deal with Solomon Islands could give them far more influence in the Pacific

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

China's proposed military agreement with the Solomon Islands could change the balance of power in our part of the world. Our government is planning t...

Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank Chief Economist on forecast net migration of 20,000 more leaving New Zealand than moving here this year

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The brain drain appears to be well and truly underway. A revised Kiwibank forecast suggests the number of people leaving the country will outnumber t...

Steve Price: Scott Morrison says he and Josh Frydenberg have done their homework ahead of budget announcement

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Morrison says he and Josh Frydenberg have “done their homework”, and will present a budget that will ease cost-of-living burdens on Australi...

Mike's Minute: What has happened with the Labour Party?

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of two things is going on inside the government.One, they know they are in trouble and likely to lose the next election so they're going hell for ...

Commentary Box: Moana Pasifika, America's Cup hosting, Ash Barty

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk Super Rugby - including Moana Pasfika's golden-point victory over the Hurricanes, hosting o...

Nick Siu: Kabocha Milk Company founder on winning two Global Awards at World Food Innovations

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We know how good we are with dairy, but apparently, we excel when it comes to all kinds of milk in this country.Hawkes Bay’s Kabocha Milk Company ha...

Alice Wilson: Lifting Literacy Aotearoa Chair says the Government's literacy reform rings hollow

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How much of an impact will the Government’s plans for maths and literacy actually have?There will be different training for teachers, more support f...

Richard Arnold: Biden's off-the-cuff remark on Putin sends shock waves on dramatic final day of trip

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

At nearly the same moment President Joe Biden declared him a "butcher," Vladimir Putin's missiles began falling in Lviv, Ukraine.Sending black smo...

Grant Major: Kiwi Oscar nominee says there are still some Covid precautions in place for this year's Academy Awards

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dame Jane Campion's Netflix film, Power of the Dog, is up for 12 awards at this afternoon's Oscar ceremony.One of the New Zealanders nominated along w...

Floyd du Plessis: Corrections Association President says the decrease in prison population is due to change of policy rather than a reductio

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are we getting value for money within our prison system?Research from Newstalk ZB shows that it’s cost us an extra $140 million since 2018/19 — up...

Matthew Tukaki: National Maori Authority Chairman says there's nothing to be concerned about with co-governance arrangements

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Non-Maori are being urged not to fear co-governance arrangements.It comes as the Government's set to consider the next steps in developing a plan arou...

Dave Bodger: Gull General Manager says they've put ten per cent ethanol into premium petrol for nearly 15 years

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's forging ahead with a plan to force petrol retailers to blend biofuels into conventional fuel.It's expected to push petrol and diesel ...

Mike's Minute: A sobering week of reminders of how far we've fallen behind

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have a look at the new bridge in Turkey that opened this week. It's the world's longest suspension bridge and it's spectacular. They claim it will ge...

Mark the Week: Far from perfect, but we will take it

24 Mar 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.   Moving On from Covid: 7/1...

Michelle Dickinson: Science Educator on clinical trials finding non-hormonal solution 99 percent effective in preventing pregnancy in mice

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A male contraceptive pill could be on the horizon.  Researchers have run clinical trials which have come up with a non-hormonal solution that was 99 ...

Marcus Beveridge: Managing director at Queen City law on New Zealand taking 150 refugees a year from Australia

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nine years after the offer was made, New Zealand will receive 150 refugees per year who are currently detained off shore in Australia.  That deal wil...

Reg Hennessy: Rotorua pub owner says what's happening to the city is awful

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A Rotorua pub owner says what's happening to the city is awful. Housing Minister Megan Woods has visited to launch a housing hub, a one-stop shop to ...

Marc England: Genesis Energy CEO says we need to get more women into technical roles which generally pay more

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A call for caution in pay transparency legislation.  The Government is looking at a policy which would make it mandatory for companies to report thei...

Nicki Jackson: Alcohol Healthwatch Executive Director on Chlöe Swarbrick winning the backing of council to remove alcohol advertising from e

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The MP for Auckland Central has won the backing of the Auckland Council in her bid to have alcohol advertisements pulled from elite sport. The counci...

Gordon Davis: Former NATO Assistant Secretary-General says NATO is doing what it was set up to do

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A show of force from NATO, in the face of Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. At an emergency summit in Brussels, NATO leaders have agreed to send ...

Mike's Minute: With more freedom coming, let's ditch the fear

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the door creaks ever so slightly open to normality and the world, the one thing the Prime Minister didn’t drop yesterday was fear. That is now u...

Kevin Rudd: Former Australian Prime Minister on his new book 'The Avoidable War'

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Those who follow Australian politics will know the name Kevin Rudd.  He was, of course, the Australian prime minister from 2007 until 2010 and then h...

Simon Gault: Celebrity chef discusses whether we have changed our tastes as poll suggests Brits are moving away from the fry up

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The UK seem to be on the health buzz, with a new poll out showing that Brits no longer want the full  breakfast fry up with extra bacon. They'd rat...

Cameron George: Warriors CEO following announcement of full capacity sports crowds

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Big news for long-suffering rugby league fans. The Warriors’ homecoming in July is set to be at full capacity with fans allowed back for the firs...

Craig Gabriel: Tennis correspondent on Ash Barty's shock retirement

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The news no one expected, world number one tennis star Ash Barty has retired at just age 25. Calling time on a glistening career which included winni...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist says people are taking one step forward, two steps back

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The pressure's on New Zealand households. Finance Minister Grant Robertson is signalling another 2.5 percent rise in inflation if Russia's invasion o...

Max Rashbrooke: Victoria University researcher says the country is not divided as restrictions begin to ease

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A university researcher believes the country is not divided as restrictions begin to ease. Vaccine passes will be scrapped from April 5, with vaccine...

Chris Hipkins: Calls to boost vaccines, masks as PM relaxes Covid protections

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Covid-19 Minister Chris Hipkins has defended the country remaining in red under the Covid traffic-light system - as New Zealand is set to welcome new ...

Mike Hosking: Three Waters reform looks doomed

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My gut says the idea that the Three Waters programme is on its inevitable path to nowhere. We have predicted since the start of this that the consult...

Pollies: Covid announcements, Mental health funding and Parliament protest review

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Mitchell and Megan Woods joined Mike Hosking to discuss the week's political news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karl Schubert: Singapore Airlines Public Affairs regional manager on the carrier hiring new staff and looking to increase its services to Ne

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Singapore Airlines is hiring new staff and looking to increase its services to New Zealand. It operates ten weekly return flights to this country and...

Sir John Kirwan: Mental health advocate on new app 'Groov' to support people 19 years and older

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Mental Health Commission has poured cold water on the Government's $1.9 billion budget promise back in 2019. With Health Minister Andrew Little a...

Nick Hill: Auckland Unlimited Chief Executive on Auckland University report suggesting an overhaul of the city's governance and funding

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The failure of Auckland Council and the Government to see eye to eye is being blamed for some of the city's problems. An Auckland University report s...

Graeme Muller: CEO of the NZ Tech Industry Association on new report revealing one million kiwis need digital upskilling for their jobs with

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There is new research out this morning from Amazon Web Services on our digital skills in this country signaling there is work to be done. Around one ...

Ross Copland: Infrastructure Commission Chief Executive as Treasury warns the country's current infrastructure gap is set to widen if nothin

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Treasury is warning the country's current infrastructure gap is set to widen if nothing changes. It's also stating the Government frequently doesn't ...

Dr. Angela Lim: CEO of online mental health platform Clearhead on nurse recruiting drive announced by government

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is starting a mental health nursing recruitment drive, funding registered nurses to specialise in mental health.  It's also announced ...

Covid 19 Omicron outbreak: John Key criticises Government over delayed announcements; Jacinda Ardern set to reveal vaccine, mandate decision

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former Prime Minister John Key has criticised the Government's "dog and pony show", in the way it is drawing out critical announcements on the future ...

Larry Miller: Jordan brand chairman on his life story and biography 'Jump'

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The story of Larry Miller is simply remarkable.  He's well known now as one of the most successful black businessmen in America - he led Nike's Micha...

Mike's Minute: What's gone so wrong with the Govt's welfare policy?

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Read Steve Chadwick's letter to Carmel Sepuloni. She is the mayor of Rotorua and she is seeing her city wrecked by the behaviour in the motels. The e...

Dr Ries Langley: Hopes research from Covid vaccines can be used to combat staph infections

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are hopes a new vaccine in development will be able to tackle staph infections. As the superbug is rapidly gaining anti-biotic resistance - Auc...

Kaylee Bell: Kiwi country music singer on TikTok launching its own music streaming platform

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

TikTok is launching its own music streaming and distribution platform.  The app helps to propel new - and old - songs back into the spotlight, it eve...

Matt Burgess: Senior economist at the NZ Initiative on report finding further climate action from the Government isn't needed

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Further climate change action from the Government isn't needed and won't help.  That's the finding from a new report from the NZ Initiative.  The G...

Geoffrey Miller: Democracy Project international analyst says the Government could give more to help Ukraine if it wanted to

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is being told it could give more help to Ukraine if it wanted to. New Zealand is contributing another $5 million towards fuel supplies...

Lance Burdett: Former police negotiator recommends retired district court judge for review into response to Parliament protest

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jacinda Ardern says it's most appropriate that the Police watchdog looks into the response to the Parliament protest. Last week, Labour MPs used thei...

Mike Seawright: New Zealand aid worker in Ukraine says anyone who can stay and defend their country is doing just that

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy  is warning of World War III, if peace talks with Russia fail. A new curfew has been introduced in Kyiv , wh...

Steve Price: Scott Morrison says ‘big difference’ between Anthony Albanese and popular Labor premiers

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Morrison and senior government MPs have sought to downplay the federal implications of Labor’s decisive victory at the South Australian state ...

Liam Lawson: Kiwi Formula 2 Driver on successful Bahrain Grand Prix

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Good start to the Formula 2 season for Liam Lawson.He’s taken 3rd in the sprint race and followed it up with 2rd in the feature race at the Bahrain ...

Commentary Box: Bahrain Grand Prix, White Ferns vs England, IndyCar

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt joined Mike Hosking to talk Six Nations Rugby, the return of Formula 1 in Bahrain, IndyCar, the White Ferns' heartbreak...

Richard Arnold: Zelenskyy "ready for negotiations" with Putin but could mean "a third World War" if they fail

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday that he's "ready for negotiations" with Russian President Vladimir Putin but warned that if th...

Peter Thompson: Barfoot and Thompson Managing Director says any claims auctions are becoming a thing of the past are false

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Disagreements over claims that property auctions have had their day.It follows only two of the 14 properties at Barfoot and Thompson's Auckland auctio...

Marie Dyhrberg: Auckland District Law Society President says a lot of people will be disappointed at Criminal Cases Review Commission

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’s concern a Government commission set up to look into miscarriages of justice is yet to finish a single investigation.Open Justice reports t...

Leeann Watson: Canterbury Employers Chamber of Commerce CEO says Covid restrictions are becoming redundant

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Calls for the Government to drop all of New Zealand to the orange traffic light setting.Cabinet will be discussing the Covid-19 protection framework t...

Peter Dunne: Political commentator says the Government has difficult decisions to make on divisive Covid restrictions

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Government's review of our Covid restrictions is being described as a balancing act.Cabinet will discuss the protection framework today along with...

Greg Murphy: Road safety advocate says the $2.4 million used for the first Road to Zero ad would’ve been better used finding solutions to is

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Waka Kotahi’s $2.4 million road safety campaign is under scrutiny. Road to Zero was launched in February, setting a target of zero road deaths and ...

Mark the Week: We started off the week having never heard of her. We end wishing we never had

17 Mar 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 Re-Opening Pla...

Mike's Minute: There's still hope Ukraine will prevail

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This will be the third of these. Three Fridays in a row I've written about Ukraine, meaning the war has been going on each and every day for that long...

David Coulthard: Former F1 driver ahead of the new season

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So having filled their boots with the latest season of Drive to Survive on Netflix, the punters are ready for the start of the new Formula 1 season ...

Chris Quin: Foodstuffs North Island CEO says the strain on supermarkets are under due to Covid could be starting to ease

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The strain supermarkets are under due to Covid could be starting to ease.  Foodstuffs North Island CEO Chris Quin says they're feeling like they're t...

Lynda Carroll: Wellington Water Board Chair says an independent enquiry has been launched into whether staff deliberately misled board membe

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wellington Water staff may have deliberately misled their board members. An independent inquiry was launched last night after the company lied about ...

Grant Robertson: Finance Minister is describing the latest GDP figure as solid

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Finance Minister is describing the latest GDP figure as solid. New Zealand's Gross Domestic Product rose three percent in the December 2021 quart...

Mike's Minute: More needs to be done to attract international tourists

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel it's like a jigsaw puzzle? Every time you think you are getting somewhere, the next piece is missing. The borders will be open. Not a mom...

Zach Braff: Scrubs actor on new movie Cheaper by the Dozen remake

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Zach Braff is comfortably one of America's most successful comedic acts.  He, of course, became a household name around the world for his lead role i...

Roger Marbeck: Marbecks Records owner on the rise of CD sales

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CD's are following the vinyls on the way back up the popularity charts.  In the US, CD sales rose last year for the first time in 17 years.  They a...