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Heather du Plessis-Allan: I thought National was supposed to be good with our money?
I’ll tell you why I don’t like the money we’re spending on Sunny Kaushal and the Retail Crime Advisory Group: it’s not a good deal. I haven’t got a problem with...
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Wrapping the Week: Supermarket promos and banned sleep meds
The week has come to an end, and so Trish Sherson and Tim Wilson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed Woolworth’s latest promotion...
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"We've got good players": Wellington Phoenix confident ahead of Wrexham clash
The Wellington Phoenix are desperate to land a high-profile scalp when they confront Wrexham in the Capital on Saturday. The Nix are keen to bury last year's disappointing...
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THE RE-WRAP: Add It Up
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) It's Hard Out There... Or Is It?/Who You'd Rather Have Voting/That's Just Sport/No, I Don't...
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Produce prices likely to grow in wake of wild Tasman weather
The recent wild weather in Nelson-Tasman could push up the price of our produce. Growers faced weeks of heavy rain and flooding that's damaged infrastructure,...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 18 July 2025
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 18th of July, new stats reveal that Jobseeker numbers are still rising – Social Development Minister Louise...
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"Opportunity is there": Razor uses third France clash as testing ground for players, combinations
Scott Robertson can no longer be accused of being timid with his All Blacks team selections. Ten changes were made to the starting XV for Saturday's third and final...
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Breakthrough in long-running dairy trade dispute with Canada
A breakthrough in New Zealand's long-running trade dispute with Canada is expected to benefit our dairy sector, to the tune of about $157 million a year. Canada's...
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'Jobs are coming', Social Development Minister confirms as beneficiary numbers rise
The Social Development Minister says more jobs are coming to address the number of people on the benefit rising. Ministry of Social Development statistics show...
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Benefit numbers rise even as over 80k people find work
The former Work and Income boss says the Government getting 81 thousand people off the benefit is a big achievement, despite the overall number going up. Ministry...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Erica Stanford is this Govt's MVP
I've said it before, and I'll say it again: Erica Stanford is this Government's MVP. Once again, she is taking an inexplicably stupid thing in schools, ditching...
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"Hell of an experience": Lachie Hayes on the making of his new album, the rise of alt-country
After more than ten years in the musical game, Lachie Hayes has released his sophomore album. The Kiwi musician hails from the deepest of the deep south, blending...
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'Massive threat': Major NRL players targeted for Rugby360 recruitment
Could Roger Tuivasa-Sheck make another code switch in 2027? The Sydney Morning Herald reports the Warriors great is a target of the proposed Rugby360 competition...
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THE RE-WRAP: That About Wraps It Up for Councils
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Who DOESN'T Want to Live in 1970s Russia?/Which Good Old Days Are We Going For Here?/Too...
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New RMA planning systems set to cut councils' unnecessary work in half
It's believed new RMA planning systems will relieve at least 50% of unnecessary work from councils. The Government is putting a halt on council planning work before...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 17 July 2025
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday the 17th of July, Erica Stanford continues rolling back bad education policies – this time we're getting...
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"We are under budget": Retail crime advisory group chair defends group's cost
A belief the cost of propping up retail crime advisors is money well spent – and that's from a key member of the advisory group. It's been revealed $500 thousand...
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Electricity Authority aims to drive down prices with new mandate for solar, off-peak use
Electricity companies could face further rules if the latest measures to drive down prices don't work. The Electricity Authority's moving to require power companies...
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Careless or pragmatic? National Library criticised for plan to destroy religious texts
The Internal Affairs Minister's being criticised for allowing improper destruction of religious texts from the National Library. The Government plans to shred...
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"Distractions were too great": What are the benefits of scrapping open plan classrooms?
Many principals are welcoming the Government's decision to scrap open plan classrooms as a no-brainer. Education Minister Erica Stanford says all new builds will...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: David Seymour and the UN letter
I’m as interested as anyone on this mystery about whether David Seymour is in trouble over the letter he sent to the UN. Whether the media reporting is right that...
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Pollies: Is Seymour's UN letter an example of ill-discipline in the Govt?
With Parliament sitting once again, Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss some of the biggest stories of the week so far. They...
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Questions raised as KiwiRail bans workers from using melatonin
Sleep deprivation is worse than showing up to work feeling a bit groggy warns a workplace safety expert as KiwiRail moves to ban sleeping medications. Its Chief...
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THE RE-WRAP: Haunting Trump from the Dead
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) The Line Between Theory and Actual Conspiracies/Taking On the U.N./We're Coming for...
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"It's just telling the truth": SBW breaks down animosity, upcoming fight with Paul Gallen
It all goes down in Sydney tonight. Sonny Bill Williams steps back into the ring for his long awaited bout against fellow footy star turned boxer Paul Gallen. There’s...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 16 July 2025
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday the 16th of July, Shane Jones wants to create special economic zones for fuel security – with one at...
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Winter blues blamed for Air NZ's dip in punctuality
New Zealand airports and its national carrier may be suffering the winter blues in new data showing the punctuality of global air travel. The June figures base...
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'Back to the basics': New bill aims to refocus councils' core financial priorities
The Government wants to ensure local councils get back to the basics. A bill moving through Parliament would require councils to financially refocus their core...
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Economic zones proposed to incentivise domestic fuel producers
The Associate Energy Minister's suggesting domestic fuel producers could get special treatment, to shore up energy security. The Government's asking for feedback...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Blues should leave Eden Park
It's probably sensible, don’t you think, for the Blues to consider leaving Eden Park for Mt Smart? It’s not going to fix the attendance issues, though they seem...
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"Go in with an open mind": Legendary All Blacks coach reveals secrets to success
Whenever there’s success at the top level of international rugby in New Zealand, more often than not there is one specific name involved. Known as the ‘Scrum Doctor’,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Lucky Old Welly
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Who WOULDN'T You Vote For?/Another Day, Another Stadium Uproar/NCEA Looking Up/Isn't the...
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"Investigate all avenues": Blues consider shifting home stadiums
The Blues are weighing up their future at the hallowed turf of Eden Park, with their contract coming to an end. The Super Rugby franchise have asked for public...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 15 July 2025
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 15th of July, the Government has revealed their plan to dissolve Te Pukenga and return 10 polytechs to...
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'Community was really clear': NMIT welcomes dissolution of Te Pukenga
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology is welcoming the dissolution of Te Pukenga. From next year, ten of the formally 16 polytechnics across the country will...
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"Time is vital": Has Trump given Putin too much breathing room?
There's concern the US President's given Russia too much breathing room in his ultimatum. Donald Trump says the Kremlin has 50 days to reach a ceasefire deal for...
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Avocado industry has "all the ingredients" for a strong season
An expected uptick in the country's avocado production as the global market value smashes past $30 billion. A Rabobank report reveals our avocado industry saw a...
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"Moved heaven and earth": Schools, teachers praised for rising NCEA pass rates
The Minster of Education says it's the teachers who have made the difference to improving NCEA literacy and numeracy pass rates. Small improvements were seen last...
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Govt is "positive" about Auckland as the city reaches a turning point
The Minister for Auckland's keeping positive despite a mixed annual State of the City report. The third annual report shows the city rates strongly in sustainability,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Wait... We Want a Labour Win?
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) I Don't know What's Happening/Instant Supermarkets/About This Slash Thing.../Fast Track...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 14 July 2025
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 14th of July, the Government has revealed their plan to double our international student sector to...
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Prime Minister says plans are on the table to increasing competition in the grocery sector
Christopher Luxon says all options are on the table when it comes to increasing competition in the grocery sector. He hopes that more overseas operators - like...
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Expert suggests changes to education system behind rise in homeschooling rates
Bullying, unmet special needs education, and system pressure appear to be some of the likely causes of a rise in homeschooling rates. The Ministry of Education’s...
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NZ Army Lieutenant Colonel on large-scale Australian military exercise
One of the world’s largest military exercises is underway in Australia. Operation Talisman Sabre involves 35,000 military personnel from 19 different countries...
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Universities NZ Chief Executive says international student numbers won't get to the 2016 stats
The Government has its eyes on boosting international student numbers. It's looking at extending "in study" work rights with the hope of doubling the sector’s economic...
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Calls for energy market reform from major NZ organizations
The ball is now in the Government's court following calls for bold action to fix a broken energy market. An open letter, signed by several influential groups...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: My winner of the week
Winner of the week has got to be NZ First. In the latest Taxpayer's Union Curia poll, they are the third biggest party now, overtaking Act and the Greens. If you’ve...
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Wrapping the Week: Is it better to be smart or dumb?
With Mike Hosking off on holiday, Heather du Plessis-Allan was joined by Tim Wilson and Trish Sherson to Wrap the Week that was. They discussed the situation with...
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All Blacks work to nail kicking game ahead of second France clash
All Blacks utility back Damian McKenzie has responded to scrutiny around the side's ability to secure possession off contestable kicks ahead of tomorrow's second...
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Vocational education lacking in "current and relevant" skill training
Many Kiwis are studying or training in skills that aren't needed in the job market. That's the warning from Business NZ as the Government reviews New Zealand's...
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Is importing liquefied natural gas worth the cost?
Importing liquefied natural gas could potentially require one billion dollars in capital investment. Major energy companies Clarus, Contact Energy, Genesis Energy,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Gold VS Lizards
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) This Isn't Godzilla, Unfortunately/Don't Buy There/The Ole Winston Swing/Trump Keeps Trumping/The...
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Privacy laws may be tweaked to accommodate scam-busting alliance
Privacy laws may need to be tweaked to allow for a new alliance to combat scams. The Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister has announced the Anti-Scam Alliance,...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 11 July 2025
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 11th of July, the Government is creating an anti-scam alliance to try keep New Zealanders from falling...
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"Miscommunication": DOC reviews rejected gold mine expansion bid
A potential change of heart from the Department of Conservation, which rejected a bid to expand the country's largest gold mine in Otago. It initially declined...
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Iconic Kiwi magazines up for sale - is their future online?
More volatility for some of our best-known magazines. The Listener, Woman's Day, and New Zealand Woman's Weekly are among a range of New Zealand and Aussie titles...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Stop letting tech disrupt sport
Hasn’t the AI and Wimbledon drama taught us exactly the same lesson we keep learning with technology and sport: it’s great - if it doesn’t disrupt the game. And...
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"Literally half my life ago": Antonia Prebble talks her success and the legacy of Outrageous Fortune
Antonia Prebble is a mainstay of New Zealand’s evening TV viewing. She had just hit her 20’s when she was cast in 'Outrageous Fortune', becoming a household name. They’re...
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Red Bull remains quiet about Horner's 'shock' sacking
Red Bull have waved the chequered flag to team principal Christian Horner. The 51-year-old had been in the role since 2005, overseeing eight drivers' world championships...
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THE RE-WRAP: The Economy Is Stupid, Stupid
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Are There Green Shoots or Not?/Butter Is Not the Issue/Take That, Wellington Airport...
