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Covering the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business, Early Edition with Ryan Bridge is the only place to get your full pre-breakfast fix.
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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"Flawed from the get-go": LIV Golf's future in doubt as Saudi Arabia pulls funding
LIV Golf’s financial backer is pulling its funding after the current season. Plays and staff will reportedly find out the decision today to axe the funding by...
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Rejection rate drops as visa changes settle into place
There's a suggestion better quality visa applications are coming through, with more than nine in ten applicants being approved. Data released to Newstalk ZB shows...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 01 May 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 1st of May 2026, still no answers for Mount Maunganui businesses following a council meeting on when...
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Mt Maunganui businesses fear for winter as Mount reopening drags
Mount Maunganui businesses are frustrated at a perceived lack of progress in reopening the mount. Hundreds of residents went to a community meeting last night...
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Ryan Bridge: We need less fighting, more long term thinking in Wellington
There's no reason parties on left and right in New Zealand politics can't work together to get stuff done. This week we've seen it with the India FTA. It's essentially...
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"Better controlled": NZ unlikely to follow Australia's surging inflation
Australia's starting to feel the economic effects of the energy squeeze stemming from conflict on the other side of the world. Annual headline inflation surged...
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Is NZ prepared for a foot and mouth disease outbreak?
New Zealand is about to test its readiness for foot and mouth disease with a farm simulation next month on a Taranaki farm. It'll be followed by a national exercise...
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"Not a big seller": Hospo sector unlikely to be impacted by Govt's nang crackdown
There are hopes the Government's latest crackdown on the misuse of nitrous oxide gets the message through to retailers. People inhaling the gas to get high is becoming...
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Ryan Bridge: Winston was always going to turn on Luxon
This was always going to happen. The closer you get to the election, the more your friends become your enemies under MMP. Winston's office released OIA docs showing...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 30th of April 2026, inflation spiking across the Tasman, Westpac Chief Economist Kelly Eckhold tells...
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Unlikely NZ will experience total fuel drought, Waitomo CEO says
A belief from one fuel company boss we won't face a total fuel drought. The Government's signed a deal with Z Energy to bring an extra 90 million litres of diesel...
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"Scrutinise it": Electricity Authority set to dig into what exactly is causing price increases
Power companies are being put on the spot as the Electricity Authority demands answers to surging prices. The average household is facing an 8% jump in their power...
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Concerns about timeline of Govt's aviation shake-up
An aviation shake-up will modernise rules dating back about 20 years. The Government has announced a major overhaul of the Civil Aviation Authority. The reforms...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2026
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 29th of April 2026, the Government's secured an additional 90 million litres of diesel, Waitomo...
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Ryan Bridge: Why are young women doing the job of cops?
Did you hear the story about these three young flatmates who hunted down their own burglars, busted them, and took back their stuff? Sarah, Anna, and Charlotte,...
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"Real uncertainty": Central banks expected to hold interest rates amid ongoing uncertainty
Banks around the world are meeting this week to discuss interest rates. Financial conditions are tightening, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East causing inflationary...
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Growing concerns NZ's population won't be able to sustain govt spending
New Zealand may not have a large enough working population in the future to support government spending. A new Koi Tū report shows the fertility rate is at a record...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 28 April. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Freight sector pushes Govt towards 'temporary, timely' fuel saving solution
A freight carriers advocacy group is pleased its concerns are being heard but worries change will come too late. The Government is preparing options in case the...
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Ryan Bridge: The India FTA is up to businesses now
Judging by the coverage out of New Delhi overnight, the Indian press appears optimistic about the trade deal with New Zealand. As optimistic as our Government and...
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"Real drawcard": One NZ Stadium puts Christchurch 'back on the world stage'
Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds. One NZ Stadium hosts...
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Indian demand for NZ lamb expected to grow thanks to FTA signing
More New Zealand lamb could soon be making its way to India under our soon-to-be-signed free trade agreement. Labour's now backing the deal, which will reduce or...
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Govt faces challenging Budget decisions as war shakes economy
Some challenging Budget decisions ahead for the Government due to the ongoing war in Iran. Treasury officials are revisiting their economic forecasts for next month's...
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Ryan Bridge: The path to improving financial literacy
I see ACT is flying a kite on free money for school kids. Which sounds odd given the party's aversion to free lunches. Seymour's talking about giving each Year...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 24 April. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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"The world's changing": Is NZ best utilising its defence funding?
A warning the Government's $12 billion defence plan won't work without an overhaul of the defence service. New research by the New Zealand Initiative business think...
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Do you really need to take daily multi-vitamins?
Taking daily multi-vitamins may not have the benefits we think. British GP James Le Fanu has sparked a debate after suggesting even tiny amounts of added vitamins...
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Hopes changes to major infrastructure project oversight will allow for a more 'efficient spend'
Infrastructure New Zealand hopes a change in process will lead to New Zealand getting better value from infrastructure projects. The Government's shifting responsibility...
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Ryan Bridge: The terrifying news about Mythos AI
You heard the news about this AI hacking beast called Mythos? It's a bit scary to be honest. And what's reported to have happened with it in the last seven hours...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2026
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 23 April. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
