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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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Mark Robinson steps down from NZR - what will his legacy be?
New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson has stepped down from his role. Robinson has been chief executive of NZR since January 2020, and will leave NZR...
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"We can't sit on our laurels": NZ needs to strengthen anti-corruption legislation, Customs Minister says
New Zealand's becoming more vulnerable to corruption by organised crime. An independent advisory panel's urged the Government to take immediate action. It says...
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Government pumps more funding into tourism, aims to grow spending
The Government's pumping more funding into tourism marketing, with a goal of generating an extra $300 million in spending. Minister Louise Upston's announced a...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 10 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 10th of June 2025, a new report has found our corruption-free nation is at odds with evidence, Ryan...
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Ryan Bridge: Serial protestors aren't helping anyone
Honestly… it’s time Greta got a grip. This is a stunt. She’s sailing on a yacht with a diesel motor, which they’ve been using because the sails haven’t been up. There’s...
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Asylum seekers costing UK Government $4.4billion in housing fees.
“It’s down, but it’s down not very much.” says UK Correspondent Gavin Grey in this morning’s immigration discussion with Ryan Bridge. The UK Government is spending...
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Blues vs Chiefs, the French Open, and the sports news from the weekend
A packed weekend for Kiwi and international sport this weekend, and Andrew Alderson joined Ryan Bridge to talk about it. Today’s fill includes Coco Gauff’s victory...
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What needs to be done to educate first-time drivers with Geoff Upson
Rodney local board member and road safety campaigner Geoff Upson join Ryan Bridge to talk about the safety of young people on the road. Upson says that although...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 09 June 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Monday 9 June. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Government introduces 'Parent Boost' Visas
A new 'Parent Boost' visa will make it easier for some migrants' parents to visit the country. From September, it will grant parents of citizens multi-entry access...
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Ryan Bridge: How much will Winter cost us this year?
She was a chilly weekend. Even in Auckland it was only 5 degrees. We had the heat pump cranking the entire weekend. I spoke to a friend in Marlborough who had...
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Winston Peters is risking relations with China, warns ex-National leader
Winston Peters is accusing Don Brash and Helen Clark of "relevance deprivation syndrome", after their criticism of his approach to China. The former National and...
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German Chancellor delivers birth certificate to President Trump
UK and Europe Correspondent Vincent McAviney spoke to Ryan Bridge about German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to the White House. The chancellor presented President...
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What to expect from this weekend's Super Rugby qualifying finals
Rugby commentator Tony Johnson joined Ryan Bridge to discussthethree upcoming qualifying finalsgames this weekend. The first match taking place tonight sees the...
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Study finds some vape products have misleading labelling
Misleading vape labelling is a worry for youth vaping. A study in the medical journal shows more than half of vape juices have incorrectly labelled how much nicotine...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 06 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Friday 6th of June 2025, there's pressure on the Prime Minister to separate New Zealand's foreign policy...
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Ryan Bridge: My take on the Māori Party House debate
Well that was as chaotic as you'd expect. I caught the first half of Parliament's debate on the haka-gate: Winston Peters went full attack dog, Willie Jackson fought...
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Elon Musk is outraged at new congress bill
Fighting in Trump’s cabinet after Elon Musk lashed out at Trump’s “Big, beautiful bill”. US Correspondent Mitchell McCann told Ryan Bridge that Elon Musk’s comments...
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The discount you don't receive: Supermarkets come under fire from ComCom
The Commerce Commission is ramping up efforts to disrupt the supermarket monopoly. It says supplier charges and promotional pricing are reinforcing the dominance...
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Upcoming increase in insurance charges to homeowners
Homeowners will have to pay more for home insurance to help the Natural Hazards Commission. Associate Finance Minister David Seymour says levies will almost certainly...
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Government tidies up inconsistencies in Fish and Game with new reforms
New Government reforms aim to tidy up inconsistencies in Fish and Game New Zealand. It will be shifted to a nationalised fee collection system to reduce double...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 05 June 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 5th June of 2025, The Grocery Commissioner has revealed changes to crack down on the grocery sector,...
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Ryan Bridge: Are supermarket sales really sales?
The Commerce Commission reckons we need fewer items 'on sale' at the supermarket. That would mean less yoghurt on special at $4.99, fewer $1.99 chocolate bars at...
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"Hated symbol": Ukraine strikes bridge connecting Russia, Crimean Peninsula
Ukraine's struck a critical bridge connecting Russia and the Crimean Peninsula. It's security service claims agents mined the supports of the bridge with more than...
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Wellington in the spotlight as Govt pushes for Avatar premiere
Wellington's seen as the ideal place to host a major movie premiere. That's due to a decade-old agreement between the producers of the Avatar franchise and the...
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Construction sector struggles with deep "boom and bust cycle", high liquidation rates
The Building and Construction Minister's confident they're providing the right support while sector liquidation rates remain bleak. Building Research Association...
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Some regions still struggling despite rising visitor spending
Although visitor spending is on the rise, some parts of New Zealand are still doing it tough. A Government survey's found international visitor spending increased...
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Ryan Bridge: International spending is up, but is it really a win?
Tourism mojo. Louise Upston fired off an enthusiastic press release last night. "International visitor spend on the up” it proclaimed. New data, which we get from...
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Australia brushes off US demands to up defence spend
Australia's refusing to play ball with the US, which is demanding it up its defence spend to 3.5% of GDP as soon as possible. Australia's currently tracking to...
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"Gutting for him": Warriors co-captain ruled out for NRL season
Plenty happened in the sporting world over the long weekend, and Andrew Alderson joined Ryan Bridge to delve into some of it. On today's agenda is the latest from Roland-Garros,...
