Articles by Rob Kidd, Newstalk ZB staff
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Jetstar's 'insignificant' operation overtakes Air NZ in reliability
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 9:58AMAir New Zealand's reliability has fallen, and it's trailing Jetstar in figures for last month as it grapples with engine...
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"We need to change": Full recommendations likely to be applied to NZR
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 9:46AMThe New Zealand Rugby board has had a change of tune. They're now backing the proposal that accepts all changes recommended...
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What do you look for when job hunting?
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 9:28AMA job website survey uncovered what workers find attractive when they're job hunting. Seek has revealed work-life balance...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 9 May 2024
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 9:08AMOn the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 9th of May, David Seymour discussed his plan for school lunches...
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Wellington strikes a balance between heritage and affordability
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 8:48AMPro-housing advocates say they're thrilled with new regulations around Wellington's district plan. Newly signed off rules...
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“Hugely rewarding”: Orlando Bloom pushes his limits in adventure docuseries
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 8:34AMHe wasn’t off to Mordor, but Orlando Bloom had set out on some new adventures. He stepped out of his comfort zone in ‘Orlando...
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Medical industry backs repealing of 'Frankenstein's monster' bill
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 8:19AMThe medical industry is backing the Government's plan to repeal the Therapeutic Products Act. The last government's new...
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"Frankly offensive": David Seymour hits out at school lunch criticism
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 7:55AMAssociate Health Minister David Seymour is standing by his new school lunch programme despite concerns it won't deliver the...
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"Back to the drawing board" in Council's efforts to de-list heritage buildings
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 7:45AMA Wellington City Councillor says the fight isn't over to remove the heritage listing from derelict buildings. RMA Minister...
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Fruit and vege prices drop to lowest in years
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 7:33AMFresh fruit and vegetables are cheap right now thanks to wonderful growing conditions, Prices have gone done by 25% compared...
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School lunches: Dropping funding and maintaining nutrition a tall order
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 7:26AMA public health academic says David Seymour's claims he can reduce funding for the school lunch programme while delivering...
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Passport outage causes delays at UK airports
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 8:59PMAirports across the UK were all impacted by an outage at passport e-gates, causing subsequent delays. The outage at e-gates...
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Questions raised over the Port of Tauranga's future
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 8:37PMQuestions are being raised about the future of the Port of Tauranga. This comes off the back of Auckland mayor Wayne Brown...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: ANZ, BNZ bosses appearing hesitant to follow RBNZ insurance advice
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 8:23PMOne expert has noticed New Zealand's biggest banks don't seem to be rushing to get more information about the insurability...
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Cambridge scientist reveals possible signs of life on distant exo-planet
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 7:45PMOne Cambridge scientist may have gotten us one step closer to discovering life on other planets. Professor Nikku Madhusudhan...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 8 May 2024
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 7:29PMOn the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 8 May 2024, the man wanted in relation to the Ponsonby...
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The Huddle: Will we learn the truth about the Ponsonby shooting?
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 7:21PMTonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion...
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Genesis Energy increasing coal imports, cites dwindling gas supply and increased demand
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 7:08PMGenesis Energy has confirmed they plan to resume buying coal amid reduced gas supplies and increased consumer demand. The...
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'I have to follow the law': RMA Minister Bishop says dilapidated Wellington buildings can keep heritage label
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 6:51PMThe dilapidated Gordon Wilson Flats in Wellington will keep their heritage label - for now. RMA Minister Chris Bishop has...
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Government's school lunch scheme prompts concerns from educators
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 6:29PMThere's reservations about the Government's new school lunch scheme. Associate Education Minister David Seymour has unveiled...
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Proposed electoral law changes could benefit right-leaning Governments, expert claims
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 6:09PMA constitutional law expert suggests changing rules on enrolling to vote could benefit the current Government. A report by...
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'A bit of a mystery': Detective Inspector investigating aspects of Sunday's Ponsonby shooting
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 5:51PMPolice say Sunday's shooting on Auckland's Ponsonby Road is still a bit of a mystery. 33-year-old Robert Sidney Horne was...
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Barry Soper: There's more desperation for gas
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 5:23PMThe Government says the country's low gas production is threatening our energy security. Figures released by the Gas Industry...
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NZ Rugby's board would be forced to reapply under new governance proposal
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 5:09PMNZ Rugby's entire board could be forced to reapply under a new governance proposal - regardless of how this month's general...