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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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UK, US strike trade deal, slash tariffs on steel, cars
Donald Trump's struck his first trade deal since last month's tariff announcement – an agreement with the UK. The US will slash tariffs on British steel and aluminium,...
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NZR's financial loss 'symptomatic' of rugby around the world, former CEO says
Record income for NZ Rugby was not enough to save them from their third yearly deficit in a row. Yesterday, NZR Chair David Kirk revealed a $19.5 million loss,...
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Should the Govt sell state-owned assets to fund the Budget?
It's expected the government could find more savings by selling state owned assets. The Government's scraped the bottom of the barrel to find more money for the...
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Robert Prevost becomes first American Pope
The first ever American Pope's spoken in front of a crowd of tens-of-thousands of faithful at the Vatican. 69-year-old Robert Prevost will be known as Pope Leo...
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Ryan Bridge: My thoughts on the Pay Equity Bill
It was the last day of school in Parliament yesterday. It happens after MPs sit through urgency, they get restless, excitable, a bit crazy. They were shouting,...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 09 May 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 9th of May 2025, A new Pope has been elected, Catholic Journalist Mark O'Connor shares the latest...
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'Alternative to layoffs': Number of part-workers on the rise
The unemployment rate has come out better than anticipated. It remained unchanged at 5.1% in the three months ending March. The number of people in full-time...
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'Faster' response needed to crack down on organised crime
Experts fighting organised crime say New Zealand must pick up its act to keep pace with trans-national criminals. They've released their second report, criticising...
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New Cook Strait electricity cable an 'important' investment
Transpower is looking to make a key investment into the Cook Strait electricity cable. It's consulting on a $1.4 billion upgrade to the 610 kilometre link connecting...
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Ryan Bridge: Why ComCom's not investigating Air New Zealand
So, after all the handwringing, the complaints, the stomping of feet, the Commerce Commission's shooting down talk of an investigation into domestic airfares. Greg...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 08 May 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast 2025 Thursday 8th of May, Glenn Dobson Drug Detection Agency CEO shares insight on a new Ministerial Advisory...
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'Like cigarettes and alcohol': Parenting expert backs youth social media ban
Social media for under 16s is being compared to the harm caused by cigarette smoking. Clear evidence shows that social media can be linked to depression and anxiety. This...
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"Very difficult period": Has unemployment reached its peak?
Mixed opinions on when unemployment will reach its peak. Stats NZ data out this morning is predicted to show rates increased to around 5.2% during the March quarter. ANZ...
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"Most secretive election of all time": Cardinals prepare to elect new pope
The doors of Rome's Sistine Chapel officially lock tomorrow morning as the conclave selects a new pope. 135 cardinals from around the world will vote on a successor...
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Concerns pay equity overhaul will impact teacher aides
The future of a pay equity deal for teacher aides may fizzle out under newly introduced Government legislation. The proposed law, which would lift the threshold...
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Ryan Bridge: The Restore Passenger Rail protestors will be back
Bad news this morning for any productive, hard-working, and busy members of our society. The climate protesters who brought Wellington to a standstill - rush hour...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 07 May 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday 7th of May 2025, The government wants to overhaul the Gender pay equity claims process, Teacher...
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What will India be seeking in free trade negotiations?
A Government delegation has landed in the Indian capital to kick-start Free Trade Agreement talks. The Prime Minister, along with several other ministers, visited...
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"Really struggling": Meat processing sector faces tough winter
A tough winter ahead for meat processing plants as livestock numbers continue to decline. Latest figures from Stats NZ show a 21% drop in sheep numbers over the...
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Australian PM has "warm and positive" chat with Trump after crushing Labor victory
The Australian Prime Minister's confirmed he's had a 'warm and positive' chat with US President Donald Trump. Anthony Albanese's Labor Party has swept back into...
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North Island tourism organisations team up
Tourism organisations from across the North Island are teaming up to shine a light on its tourism offerings. Fifteen operators including Tātaki Auckland Unlimited,...
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Ryan Bridge: The ultimate scandal
Disclaimer: Satire On the news last night, it was nothing but scandal. Scandal. Scandal. I don’t think I’ve seen political misconduct of this magnitude since Watergate. The...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 06 May 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 6th of May 2025, A Government delegation has landed in New Delhi for the first round of talks towards...
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Lesley Yeomans: 'Amazing' majority outcome in Australian election
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been re-elected for a second term after Liberal Party leader Peter Dutton. Dutton not only failed to unseat Albanese,...
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Andrew Alderson: 'Frustrating time' for Liam Lawson
Liam Lawson has been handed a five-second time penalty and has therefore lost his points finish from Formula One‘s Miami Grand Prix sprint race. After qualifying...
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Gavin Grey: Imminent terror attack on UK soil foiled
Eight men have been arrested in two separate counter-terrorism UK police investigations. Five people were arrested at various locations around England on Saturday...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 05 May 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 5 May. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Defence Minister tight-lipped on better pay for Defence Force troops
The Defence Minister is tight-lipped over whether a major investment in the military, will mean better pay for frontline troops. Defence contractors will be lining...
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Ryan Bridge: world voters are picking certainty at best
No doubt Donald Trump's brand is dicey at home at best but globally, the world has watched on with a mix of amusement and feigned concern. These results out of...
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Balance of power shifts as Australians head to the polls
The balance of power seems to be shifting in Australian politics. There was a shock U-turn in the polls ahead of the election, with Anthony Albanese and the Labor...
