The Mike Hosking Breakfast
Episodes
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...
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...
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...
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...
Richard Arnold: Wildfire burns near California's Highway 1, prompting evacuations
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A wildfire near California's scenic Highway 1, which winds along the Pacific coastline, prompted evacuation orders in Monterey County on Friday night....
Steve Price: NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announces back-to-school plan
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has revealed the back-to-school plans for students, parents and teachers.A key plank of the plan will be the use of rapi...
Simon Moore: Taranaki businessman invents 11-in-1 golf club
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sick of lugging your golf bag around the course?Taranaki businessman and avid golfer Simon Moore believes he's created a viable 11-in-1 golf club.It c...
Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists chief executive says there were significant delays in hospital care system before
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists wants the Government to declare a health workforce emergency.It comes amid concerns the Omicron outbre...
David Robb: Auckland University supply chain expert says up to a quarter of the workforce could be off due to Omicron
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Employers are being told to be creative in filling the staff absences expected because of Omicron.Finance Minister Grant Robertson says there will in...
Ali Boswijk: Nelson Chamber of Commerce chief executive says handling Omicron is an impossible task for smaller businesses
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Omicron's arrival in the Nelson region is sending shudders through the local business community.The country has been plunged into Red after a Motueka ...
Chris Hipkins: Covid-19 Response Minister expects daily Omicron cases to potentially reach tens of thousands
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Covid-19 Response Minister expects daily Omicron case numbers could potentially reach the tens of thousands.The Association of Salaried Medical Sp...
Mike Yardley: The lack of concern over Government spending is shameful
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s full steam ahead with the spendathon. Overall, government spending next year is forecast to be over $59 billion higher than four years ago. N...
Sir Russell Coutts: SailGP CEO on what the next four years of racing will look like
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're about to get a glimpse of what the next four years of SailGP races will look like on this side of the year. The second last leg in the m...
Joseph Parker: Kiwi heavyweight previews his rematch vs Derek Chisora
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a long time between drinks for Joseph Parker but the Kiwi heavyweight steps back into the ring this weekend. Parker has a rematch against...
Grant Robertson: Deputy Prime Minister says MIQ is set up to deal with transmissible variants
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
v says Omicron is a cause for concern but not panic. New Zealand detected its first Omicron case yesterday, a case that travelled from Germany via ...
Nadia Yousef: Government and telcos join forces to combat latest text scam
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Government and telcos are joining forces to battle the latest text scam. The Flubot scam started in September, and continues to send out about ...
Dr Ashley Bloomfield: Director-General of Health says we should expect more Covid Omicron cases
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Ashley Bloomfield says we should expect more Covid Omicron cases arriving here. New Zealand has its first case of the new variant, in MIQ in Chris...
John Bridgman: Christchurch's delayed $450m new convention centre Te Pae officially opens
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Another big step for Christchurch's recovery is complete today. The new $450 million convention centre, Te Pae, is officially open this morning...
Mike Yardley: Is the Government prepared to let tourism wither and die?
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A leading light in our international tourism industry remarked to me the other day, Mike, our industry has officially sunk into a state of depression....
Dane McGregor: Baking influencer says it may be time to kill the Christmas cake
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One baking influencer says it may be time to kill the Christmas cake. Dane McGregor, who runs the Baker Gatherer Instagram page and website, says w...
David Walliams: Mainstay of British television on his new book
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
David Walliams got his first taste of international fame with Little Britain back in 2003. He's gone on to be mainstay on British television, and...
Liam Beale: Ordinary Kiwis who saved lives in Christchurch mosque attacks given bravery awards
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The ordinary people who saved lives during the Christchurch mosque attacks are still reliving that day. In a special honours list, two people have ...
Brent Hill: Tourism Fji CEO says booking numbers show island nation on it's way to becoming a billion-dollar industry again
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tourism Fiji says if the booking numbers continue to come through, then tourism in the Pacific island nation is well on its way to becoming a billio...
Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on GDP numbers released today
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The GDP number for the third quarter is released today, with most economists predicting a drop of at least 3 percent. It comes on the back o...
Andrew Little: Health Minister asks for patience when it comes to hospital funding
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Minister is pleading for patience when it comes to hospital funding. Hospitals will receive more than half a billion dollars in extra ...
Steven Joyce: Former Finance Minister says Kiwis will end up paying for large jump in Government spending
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Taxpayers are expected to pay down the track for a large jump in Government spending. The Government's giving itself an operating allowance of $6 bil...