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Mark the Week: Russell Coutts was the hero of the week
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. Donald Trump: 7/10 He floated and made...
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Mike's Minute: Hipkins is a hypocrite on tax
I've been surprised this week by the amount of coverage Chris Hipkins managed to get himself around tax. If you think about it, he didn't say anything specific,...
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Wrapping the Week: Expensive pies and travel costs
With Easter cutting the week short Tim Wilson and Kate Hawkesby joined Mike Hosking to wrap this week. This week's agenda covers everything from real estate and...
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"The recommendations are very clear": NZ Rugby looks to overhaul governance
NZ Rugby is aiming to overhaul its governing structure. The board released a proposal aiming to change the sport’s leadership structure and create generational...
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Easter may bring hope for some struggling businesses
The Easter break could see the retail sector get a much-needed boost. The sector has seen eight quarters of declining sales, kiwis tightening their spending as...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 28 March 2024
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 28th of March, Finance Minister Nicola Willis joined to discuss the vagaries of yesterday’s Budget Policy...
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New partnership brings free hockey to kiwi's screens
Another sport is finding its way to free to air TV. TVNZ has signed a multi-year partnership with Hockey NZ, the first long term deal between the two. Men’s and...
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THE RE-WRAP: Tax, Before and After
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) You Had Your Chance/Mark the Week/The Internet Is Complicated/Getting Strapped Never...
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Broadband bundles "aren't necessarily always as good as they look" - NZ Compare
Switching up your internet provider could save you hundreds. NZ Compare has found that households could save up to $360 a year by changing their broadband providers. While...
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Clear expectations key to correcting students' slipping behaviour
The behaviour of our kids in the classroom continues to be a problem. New research from the Education Review Office shows disruptive behaviour has become worse...
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Finance Minister says budget is 'shaping up'
Speaking to Newstalk ZB’s Mike Hosking this morning, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said she wants to stick to her $3.5 billion promise for her budget. ”In terms...
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Mike's Minute: Why are we surprised about China?
It was hard to watch the China spying coverage yesterday without wondering what all the fuss was about. It had an air of breathlessness about it, as though this...
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Australian Labour Party brings new detention bill before the Senate
The Australian Labour Party is making an effort to clean up an immigration “mess”. Moments before question time yesterday the party introduced a bill that would...
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Budget Policy Statement expected to give 'tea leaves' over explicit figures
The Finance Minister will today unveil the Government's long-awaited Budget Policy Statement. The document will shed important light on the fiscal situation ahead...
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Winston Peters wants an apology, should he get one?
The question is being raised of whether Winston Peters is owed an apology after the Serious Fraud Office's case against the New Zealand First Foundation failed. The...
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Speed camera warning signs could be a 'quick and easy' boost to road safety - AA
Placing warning signs ahead of all permanent speed cameras would be a quick win for road safety. Of the 10 new cameras added to Auckland and Northland roads last...
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Pollies: NZ doesn't have the 'luxury' of cherry picking events - Mark Mitchell
Is red tape harming our country’s event industry? Christchurch’s SailGP event has been overshadowed by CEO Sir Russell Coutts suggesting the event is unlikely to...
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THE RE-WRAP: Well, There's a Surprise
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Everybody's Spying On Everybody. Duh/Commerce Commission Justifies Own Existence/Who...
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Does NZ have too many ministers?
The New Zealand Government seems to be a bit bloated. A study from New Zealand Initiative shows New Zealand has 44% more ministers, and one and a half times as...
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Outdated map causes zoning strife for Queenstown residents
A zoning issue that limits how much financial support Queenstown residents get for accommodation is being looked at by the Government. An out-of-date map of the...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 27 March 2024
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 27th March 2024, Mike looked at China hacking our systems and questioned whether we should be surprised...
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"Massive job" to get Baltimore Port back in working order
US officials are scrambling to get a critical Baltimore port reopened after a bridge collapse. A fully-laden container ship lost power and rammed into a support...
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NZ's 'mature, direct approach' likely to overcome issues with China
It’s believed that the New Zealand and China relationship will be able to overcome recent cyber-attack allegations. The GCSB has connected an attack on our Parliamentary...
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Mike's Minute: Some thoughts on the public service cuts
As the political battle unfolds with the public service over savings, it is worth remembering a couple of things. As much heat as the Government is taking over...
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France is on high alert after Moscow shooting
France is on maximum alert in response to a shooting in Moscow. At least 137 people were killed and 150 injured when gunmen opened fire at a rock concert over the...
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Tertiary Commission favours funding niche fields of study
Niche fields are being prioritised as the Tertiary Commission decides who gets funding. Piano tuning and scaffolding are among the fields they’re willing to fund...
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"It's a real journey of my life": David Walliams brings his charm and wit to kiwi stages
An iconic name in the comedy scene, David Walliams is giving a glimpse behind the curtain in a manner he’s never done before. ‘An Audience with David Walliams’...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: Tuesday 26 March 2024
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 26th March 2024, the Prime Minister joined the show in his weekly slot to talk red tape and SailGP. Mike...
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Red tape's hindering NZ's ability to host major events - PM
The Prime Minister says it's too hard to hold events like SailGP in New Zealand. The two-day event in Lyttelton over the weekend was overshadowed by CEO Sir Russell...
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"Not fit for purpose": Cyclone Gabrielle review finds faults in emergency response
There are concerns that Civil Defence isn't adequately prepared for emergencies, after failings were revealed in the response to Cyclone Gabrielle. An independent...
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Access issues may negate Govt's childcare policy - Early Childhood NZ CEO
Potential issues are being raised with the Government's childcare policy. From July, parents and caregivers will be able to claim a maximum of $75 a week for childcare...
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THE RE-WRAP: Out of a Job? Don't Worry
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Everything'll Be Fine/Working From Work/We Wanna New Drug/Spinning the Ratings/So Many...
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Mike's Minute: The conspiracy theorists should be ashamed
You would like to think that the haters and the conspiracy theorists felt sick to their stomach when the Princess of Wales went public with her cancer battle. No,...
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Police Minister Mark Mitchell on Gisborne homicide, community violence and pay negotiations
One person has been arrested and taken into custody after two men were found dead and three others were injured from a 100-person mass brawl in Gisborne on Saturday...
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High drama decision making at SailGP Christchurch
The future of SailGP in New Zealand is in doubt after racing was cancelled on Saturday due to sightings of dolphins in Lyttleton Harbour. SailGP CEO Sir Russell...
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Enda Brady: The royal family are in a health crisis
The Princess of Wales announced her cancer diagnosis over the weekend. Kate Middleton says she has been keeping the news private to explain to her young children...
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Gisborne homicide investigation complex due to numbers involved
A homicide investigation has been launched after two people died and three others were injured in a mass brawl in Gisborne on Saturday night. The large fight involved...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: Monday 25 March 2024
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 25th March 2024, the police speak about the deadly Gisborne brawl and Mike gets to Britain to hear the...
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Chris Hipkins: “We need to give them a compelling reason to vote for us”
Labour leader Chris Hipkins gave a State of Nation speech on Sunday with a big focus on tax policy. Hipkins tells Mike Hosking the scale of cuts the current Government...
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THE RE-WRAP: The Royal Wave
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) No Shame On Me/We Can't Afford Convoluted Contracts/This Is Definitely Our Year. Absolutely....
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Mark the Week: Winston Peters got exactly what he wanted
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. Common sense: 7/10 You can't beat a good...
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Opening shot fired in US legal battle against Apple
The US Department of Justice and 15 states are suing Apple. They're alleging it's used the powerful demand for its iPhone and other products to drive up prices...
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Mike's Minute: The world is looking at us for what not to do
So, a recession it is then. Another one. We had one at the end of 2022, going into 2023. Remember those good times? It got revised initially and the Government...
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Wrapping the Week: Vintage t-shirts and intermittent fasting
Tim Wilson and Kate Hawkesby are back to wrap the week with Mike Hosking, discussing the Warriors, intermittent fasting, and vintage shirts. LISTEN ABOVE
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Christchurch's weekend of sport is a major boost for the city
It's a big weekend for the Garden City. Auckland's loss is Christchurch's gain when SailGP returns for a second year in a row while the Warriors play in the city...
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Study aims to increase support for those suffering from migraines
The perception of chronic migraines as "just headaches" need to change in the workplace. An Otago University study shows nearly a quarter of participants experience...
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"We are delivering on that promise": Transport Minister defends speed reduction reversal timeline
The Transport Minister is defending the time it will take to reverse the last Government's blanket speed reductions. Cabinet has agreed to reverse most of the changes...
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THE RE-WRAP: Saw It Coming
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) You'd Think He'd Be Happier/Banks Are So Awesome/What Mana Means/Mark the Week/O Dear O...
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'There is hope': Nicola Willis on recession, GDP
Nicola Willis promised Kiwis that there’s still “hope” despite the bleak outlook for the economy. Finance Minister Nicola Willis spoke to Mike Hosking on Newstalk...
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'Off the charts' regulation has been hindering banks - Banking Association
The Banking Association says there is indeed competition in the market. A draft report from the Commerce Commission has found a two-tier system divides smaller...
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Russian election sparks conflict in Italian Govt
The Russian election has sparked a tussle between Italy’s Prime Minister and her Deputy. Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has gone against the critical response...
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Mike's Minute: The gig economy has never been compulsory
There is a court case going on in Wellington over Uber drivers and their so-called rights. It's on the back of a massive case last week in Australia, which Uber...
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THE RE-WRAP: GDP Day Already?
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Why Does it Take So Long?/Oh Well/More Renewable Myths Busted/What Uber Was Supposed...
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‘There’s always somewhere you can go’: Cooper Alan on his career, touring, and the home of country music
The home of country music has launched another rising star. Cooper Alan is one of Nashville’s up and comers with over 225 million streams, and 14 million followers...
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"We're on a steady path": Number of international students surged in 2023
International student enrolments topped 59,000 for the first eight months of 2023, a 43% increase compared to the full year in 2022. English Language Schools have...
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Ban of single use vapes likely "hard to enforce" - researcher
More consequences are on the way for retailers selling illegal vaping products. The Government is cracking down on vaping, banning single use vapes and increasing...
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"I gave my best": Grant Robertson reflects on his career
Grant Robertson says he acted in the best interests of New Zealanders throughout his career. The politician delivered his valedictory last night, saying he's proud...
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GDP looks grim despite record population growth
New Zealand's gross domestic product isn't expected to have grown in the last quarter. ASB is predicting a 0.2 percentage point drop, ANZ expects 0.1 percentage...
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Careful of 'rose-tinted glasses' when looking at Marsden Point - Energy Resources
It's thought people shouldn't get too ahead of themselves as the idea to bring back Northland's Marsden Point Oil Refinery is floated. The Government's investigating...
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Patriots turned hostages, Trump vows to pardon Jan 6th rioters
There’s no shortage of political drama amongst Trump’s cohort. A former White House official, Peter Navarro is facing a four-month jail term for refusing to cooperate...