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An esteemed and highly experienced broadcaster, Ryan Bridge brings his extensive knowledge of local and global issues to you every morning, with the latest news and analysis to begin your morning.
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Finance Minister highlights impact of controlled govt spending after OCR cut
A steady slide to the OCR is gently flowing through to households. The Reserve Bank's cut the cash rate from 5.5% to 3% over the past 13 months and is also signalling...
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Ryan Bridge: What the OCR says about the state of our economy
Remember just a few weeks ago John Key wanted 100 point cut to the Reserve Bank? We'll, they've almost given him what he wants. It's easy to be an armchair critic...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 21 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 21st of August 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis shares her thoughts on the Reserve Bank cutting...
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OCR cut expected - will it be the last one for a while?
Economists are expecting a 25 point basis cut from today's OCR announcement, but it could be the last one for a while. The Reserve Bank will announce it's decision...
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'Decisive' action needed to level playing field as Electricity Authority introduces new rules
Changes for our electricity sector could just be small steps in levelling the playing field. New Electricity Authority rules will require generators to sell energy...
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Lack of resources blamed for poor Year 8 writing achievement
Belief changes to class sizes and staffing are needed to improve writing achievement at intermediate level. The Government's launching a new digital tool for students...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 20 August 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 20 August. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Ryan Bridge: What can Nicola do about inflation contributors?
Electricity and groceries are your two big ticket inflation targets. Punters want to pay less for both. There are nuclear options available: Cut the gentailers in...
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Qantas hit with record fine for illegal pandemic sackings
Former Qantas workers are claiming victory over its $90 million fine for illegally sacking more than 1800 workers. The court's found outsourcing baggage handlers,...
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"Consistently exceeding expectations": A2 sees rise in profits as it seeks to expand
Another dairy sector shake-up. Infant formula and dairy company a2 Milk is buying the Yashili plant in Pokeno and selling its majority stake in the Mataura Valley...
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Builders push for mandated guarantee as Govt shuffles liability rules
Praise for new building consenting rules. The Government will change liabilities, holding parties responsible for their share of work. Certified Builders Chief...
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Territory a key element in Russia-Ukraine peace talks
A reasonable chance of the Russia-Ukraine war ending if a trilateral meeting with both country's leaders occurs. This comes from Donald Trump ahead of today's big...
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Ryan Bridge: The Coalition needs to tighten its agenda
In the last week we’ve had a smorgasbord of small, seemingly minor stories hitting the headlines. Helmets or no helmets for cyclists. Which name comes first on the...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 19 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 19th of August 2025, Trump is meeting Zelensky and EU leaders at the White house to discuss peace...
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Grocery Action Group challenges StatsNZ's inflation figures
Following the food inflation figures from Friday, Foodstuffs has challenged StatsNZ’s numbers. On Friday, StatsNZ reported a 5.0% rise in the year to July. But...
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Europe's leaders to discuss Ukrainian security with Donald Trump.
Europe's leaders are rallying together to discuss Ukrainian security with Donald Trump. Over the weekend Vladimir Putin met with the US President in Alaska, which...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 18 August 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 18 August. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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National debt nears $1 trillion
We are well on our way to a collective one trillion dollars in debt. In the year to the end of May, New Zealand hit just over 870-billion in gross debt - up 5.4...
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Ryan Bridge: The Gen Z stare
I went out for lunch to a cafe the other day and our table was served by a couple of waiters who all seemed to have a similar vibe about them. They just. Did. Not....
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"Giant killers": Can Argentina defeat the ABs in the opening clash?
A reversion to a largely first-choice team for the All Blacks as they open the Rugby Championship against Argentina on Sunday morning in Cordoba. The return of...
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Economic incentives reportedly on the board as Trump, Putin meet
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are gearing up for tomorrow's highly anticipated talks in Alaska. The US and Russian presidents will discuss ending the war in...
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Carbon forestry still a major concern as beef and sheep stock numbers begin rising
The country's red meat sector may struggle to reach a goal set by the Government to double exports by 2034. Data from NZ Beef + Lamb's found breeding ewe numbers...
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Ryan Bridge: The real reason Kiwis are crossing the Tasman
What's the point in us having more affordable property prices for first home buyers if young workers are jetting off to Australia in search of a better tomorrow? There's...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 15 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 15th of August 2025, All eyes are on Alaska ahead of a crucial meeting between Trump and Putin, US...
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Tough market as property resale profits hit 10-year low
Times are tough for property owners as they see the lowest resale profits in over a decade. Cotality’s latest Pain & Gain Report shows 89.4% of homes sold above...
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'Combination of factors' behind dip in Level 1 achievement
NCEA Level 1 achievement's dropped to its lowest level in a decade, while all qualifications saw improvement. In 2024, achievement in Levels 2, 3, and University...
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Govt says it can't force Ardern and Hipkins to appear at Covid inquiry
The ACT Party's laying into the former Ministers who lead our Covid-19 response for refusing to front public hearings. Labour leader Chris Hipkins, and former Ministers...
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Ryan Bridge: What has Chris Hipkins got to hide over Covid?
Yesterday they wheeled out three excuses for not fronting up and answering questions about why they went so hard on lockdowns and mandates, which they then papered...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 14th of August 2025, Jacinda Arden and Chris Hipkins won't show face at the Royal Commission of...
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"Very cheap to run": Switching to a heat pump could cut household costs
More heat pumps in households could cut energy bills by a total of $1.5 billion a year. A report by the New Zealand Green Building Council has found replacing gas...
