Mike Hosking Breakfast
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MIKE HOSKING BREAKFAST
6am–9am weekdays
Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast show.
Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.
The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.
There are many sides to Mike. He’s ambitious and insightful, a family man and loving husband, a news junkie and social influencer.
His quick wit, intelligent conversation and bold approach ensure the audience is up to date and informed as they plough into their busy day.
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Mike's Minute: Fees Free was a mistake - let's not repeat it
I have learned a lot about kids and university, having had two attend and graduate and one still immersed in the experience. Here are the takeouts. Generally,...
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Mark the Week: Hiring Sir Graham Henry is an excellent idea
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. "Next year's on me": 7/10 Got there at...
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Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins is deluded
Is Chris Hipkins missing a gene? Does he have a self-destructive predilection? Or is he just a pillock by nature? He rolls into Auckland to tell the nation's biggest...
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What are the sticking points in the US-China talks?
The leaders of the world's two most powerful countries haven't been able to agree on many things during their face-to-face talks in Beijing. US President Donald...
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Wrapping the Week: Awards, gifts, and an anniversary
The end of the week has arrived, which means Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back on the line to Wrap the Week that Was. They offered some viewing recommendations...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 15 May 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 15th of May, all eyes are on the meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing, and Nikhil Ravishankar...
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"Plenty of talents": Dave Rennie deliberates first All Blacks squad selections
A concession from All Blacks coach Dave Rennie as he deliberates his first squad for July's Nations Championship series. He'll attend the Chiefs-Highlanders Super...
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"Rephasing": Roll out of new science, social science curriculums delayed to 2027
A major roll out of the Government's new curriculum's been delayed for some subjects following months of pressure from the education sector. The new curriculum...
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"The real flashpoint": Taiwan a thorny issue in talks between US, China
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have agreed they want to build a stable relationship, but their competing priorities could get in the way. Trump claims Xi is offering...
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"Weighs us down": Air NZ faces $390m loss as Iran war continues
Air New Zealand's woes are expected to last for as long as the war in Iran continues. The national carrier's revealed its looking at staff redundancies and more...
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Mike's Minute: Reality vs ideology re: asset sales
Bit of buzz around Kiwibank as it potentially looks to have another crack at getting bigger, and by getting bigger, then becomes better able to take on the so-called...
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"We're not going anywhere": Jetstar reaffirms commitment to NZ despite axing flights
Qantas and Jetstar have announced their biggest-ever investment in New Zealand. Chief Executive Vanessa Hudson says the Qantas Group wants to work with our Government...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 14 May 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 14th of May, we get a couple of interesting insights into business in this country when it comes to...
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"Welcome contribution": All Whites, NZ Football set for major payday for World Cup selection
A big day for New Zealand football. The All Whites squad for next month’s FIFA World Cup is set to be announced this morning. 36 players will be selected, each...
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Kiwis preferring to shop in person despite rise in online shopping
Many Kiwis still prefer to shop locally and in person. A survey of about 500 people by retail management platform Lightspeed has found almost eight in ten prefer...
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'Room for error' as Govt ups penalties for misleading pricing
The Government says it won't punish genuine mistakes with its planned new crackdown on misleading pricing. A bill's been introduced to Parliament that would increase...
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"Can't keep racking up debt on the credit card": Govt slashes operating allowance by $300m
The Finance Minister says the Budget "lolly scrambles" are well and truly a thing of the past. The Government's cut its operating allowance by another $300 million...
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"Give us the runway": NZ CEOs increasingly frustrated by lack of long-term thinking
New research suggests nearly 100 of our CEO's are backing their businesses but not New Zealand. The Pivot and Pace survey found many CEOs are growing frustrated...
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Mike's Minute: Has the Māori Party been a success?
So given the original Māori Party was formed in 2004, would we call it a success? A party for Māori. What have they achieved? Have they done more damage than good?...
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Australia's surplus pushed further down the track in latest Budget announcement
Migration and housing supply are emerging as key issues, following the Australian Government's latest Budget. The Labor Government is raising taxes on investment...
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Metcalf's likely departure highlights the Warriors' growth - former Kiwis coach
Luke Metcalf is poised to leave the Warriors. The NRL club have agreed to a request from Metcalf's management to talk with other clubs. It's unclear whether they...
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Pollies: What does Kapa-Kingi's split from Te Pāti Māori mean for the election?
Mark Mitchell and Ginny Andersen are back with Mike Hosking to delve into some of the biggest political stories of the week thus far. They discussed the 24 year...
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NZ's competition weak points revealed in new ComCom analysis
Competition in New Zealand's economy isn't as strong as it could be. New Commerce Commission analysis of 22 years of Stats NZ data shows average business concentration...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 13 May 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 13th of May, Trade Minister Todd McClay attempts to reassure farmers as Trump and the US look into...
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"Balancing our books": District faces potential rates rise of 45%
One of the country's smallest districts could face its highest rates rise this year. Waitaki District Councillors have voted to consult on a rates rise of up to...
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What is the focus of Trump's visit to China?
Donald Trump's on his way to Beijing for the first visit by a US President to China in almost a decade. It will include a face-to-face meeting with Chinese President...
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"Pittance compared to inflation": Working Australians to get tax cut under new Budget
It's unclear if the Australian Government's latest tax breaks for workers will make much of a difference. The Labor Government's raising taxes on investment properties...
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"It's been unbelievably good": Judith Collins reflects on 24 year political career
Judith Collins says she has no regrets about spending the last 24 years in Parliament. The senior National MP has delivered her valedictory speech as she prepares...
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Further US tariffs on NZ lamb unlikely to come "anytime soon", Trade Minister says
The Trade Minister says he'll be making the case against further US tariffs on New Zealand lamb. Todd McClay says he expects the US Government to launch an investigation...
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Mike's Minute: Is Chlöe Swarbrick a bit useless?
I wonder if it's time to ask the question – is Chlöe Swarbrick a bit useless? In the Herald's vast poll churn that produces the chances of the current Government...
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"We're really enjoying it": Shane Filan talks 25 years of Westlife, NZ tour
It’s been 25 years of Westlife. The globally renowned Irish boyband formed in 1998, splitting up in 2012 before reuniting once more in 2018. They have over three...
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"Incredible opportunity": Andrea Nelson appointed new NZ Rugby League CEO
New Zealand Rugby League's chief executive-elect is eager to embrace the sport's pinnacle events when she takes charge in July. Andrea Nelson steps into the role...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 12 May 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 12th of May, Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is creating her own political party, so what does that mean for Labour,...
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More first-home buyers turning to the Bank of Mum and Dad for assistance, report reveals
Almost half of first-home buyers in New Zealand expect help from the Bank of Mum and Dad, according to a new report. OneChoice's Kiwi Housing Trends survey of more...
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"Price talks": China could overtake Japan, become NZ's largest source of car imports
China could soon overtake Japan as our largest source of car imports. A new report from the Motor Trade Association shows sales of new Chinese models is doubling...
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What does Kapa-Kingi's split from Te Pāti Māori mean for the election?
Te Tai Tokerau is shaping up to be an electorate to watch this election. MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi is splitting from Te Pāti Māori to form her own party after months...
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"Very dim prospect": Odds of reaching stage four of Govt's fuel response plan is low, Shane Jones reassures
Shane Jones says while Kiwis may be concerned about fuel prices, they don't need to worry about fuel supply. The Government's updated its fuel response plan, so...
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"Deeply destructive": No formal challenges as MPs call for Starmer's resignation
A growing number of British Labour MPs are calling for Sir Keir Starmer to resign, but no one is formally challenging his leadership. More than 65 MPs are publicly...
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'Not prepared to drop standards': Richard Chambers says quality over quantity for NZ Police
Latest figures show at least 144 kiwi Police left for Australia in the past year, but Police Commissioner Richard Chambers is not concerned. He told Mike Hosking...
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Mike's Minute: The superannuation debate has become boring
It's hard to believe that superannuation is still a “thing”. The OECD report told us we need to bump the age. Nicola Willis told us Friday we have to do something....
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Australia correspondent chats One Nation smashing Farrar by-election vote
One Nation, led by Pauline Hanson, had a historic win in the Farrar by-election in the weekend. The victorious One Nation candidate, David Farley, said "people...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 11 May 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 11th of May, are we worried about the amount of cops leaving to Australia? Police Commissioner Richard...
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'I get it's not politically popular': Christopher Luxon chats fees free and retirement age changes
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon joined Mike Hosking in studio to discuss two major policy changes announced last week - abolishing fees free study, and raising...
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'Got to get realistic': Tony Alexander says 44% of real estate agents see prices falling in their areas
Independent Economist and Property Commentator Tony Alexander regularly surveys real estate agents. His latest survey found that 44% feel prices are falling in...
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Independent Schools of NZ CEO on more colleges than ever charging $30,000-plus in tuition
In an investigation of all New Zealand private schools the NZ Herald found that more colleges than ever are charging $30,000-plus in tuition fees with an average...
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'Not really any evidence': Editor of New Voice of Ukraine chats Putin suggesting an end to Ukraine conflict
Russian President Vladimir Putin said the war in Ukraine was nearing an end on the first day of a United States-brokered ceasefire, despite mutual accusations of...
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Mike's Minute: Should we tax big tech for our news?
The latest cab off the rank in things Australia is doing that we suggested we might, is some sort of deal with tech around local news. Australia led off the batting...
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Mark the Week: There's a lot of ideology floating about this 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. The Warriors: 7/10 There is a roll-on...
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Mike's Minute: We need more backbone from our leaders
Why now Sean? I had Covid vibes when I read Sean Sweeney's thinking about the CRL. It was Covid vibes because during that period I cannot tell you how many people...
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"Like a movie": Airport chaos as women connected with ISIS return to Australia
Chaotic scenes in Australia as three women linked to Islamic State return home to face crimes against humanity and terror charges. The women travelled with their...
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US, Iran exchange strikes after US offers proposal to end war
Iran's expected to respond to the US's proposal to end the conflict sometime today. Yesterday, Axios reported a one-page 14-point memorandum of understanding was...
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Wrapping the Week: An update on Mike's fountain project and a special invitation
Friday has come which means it’s time for Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson to help Mike Hosking Wrap the Week. They got an update on Mike’s fountain project, the weather,...
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Mike extends a special invitation to one of his youngest fans
A couple of weeks ago, Mike received a gift and a lovely note from one of his youngest fans – 10-year-old Freddie. In all his decades of being on the air, he thought...
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"A sea change": Crusaders CEO optimistic the future's filled with sold-out stadiums
The Crusaders are back in their brand-new stadium. After christening the One NZ Stadium with a 35-20 victory over the Waratahs during Super Round, tonight's clash...
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The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast: 08 May 2026
On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 8th of May, Finance Minister Nicola Willis discusses the OECD report on the future impact of our current...
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"I underestimated Steve": David Kirk unpacks appointment of NZ Rugby's new CEO
New Zealand Rugby's global search for a new chief executive has led them back to their own offices. Steve Lancaster has been confirmed as the new boss of NZR. The...
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CRL cost concerns in line with broader over-spending worries - Civil Contractors
City Rail Link cost concerns are re-igniting calls for a shake up to the way we approach infrastructure. The project's former boss Sean Sweeney claims the build...
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Govt seeks to axe 'green and red tape', generate more revenue with conservation reform
The Conservation Minister says there's huge opportunity for conservation land to generate the country more money. A bill's been lodged, promising major reforms...
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"Adjustments will be needed": Finance Minister unpacks OECD report on NZ Super settings
The Finance Minister says the Government's going to have to do something about Superannuation. An OECD report warns if current policy settings continue, we could...
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Mike's Minute: Good riddance to the BSA
I do worry about Paul Goldsmith's ability to make a decision. The BSA and its abolition is a “done by morning tea, let's move onto the important stuff” sort of...
