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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.
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Mike Hosking: Arresting people over student debt a necessary last resort
This business of the student debt from last week - getting arrested at the border gets an easy headline. I assume, if I’d checked on social media, which of course...
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Activists campaign to rid MSG of its bad reputation
MSG may not be as bad as many people paint it as. The flavouring powder is used widely in Asian cuisine. However, activists in the US are campaigning to rid MSG...
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Amici Forever founder Geoff Sewell performs in studio
Geoff Sewell has become on this country's biggest music exports. The opera tenor set up the world's first pop opera band, Amici Forever. They went on to sell millions...
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Why tiny mice pose a big headache for NZ's war on pests
Possums, stoats and rats have been singled out as conservation's public enemies – but a leading scientist has pointed out the devastating impact of another pest. A...
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Police Minister admits NZ has a gang problem
The Government is admitting we have a gang problem. Gangs were responsible for firearms incidents in both Ruatoria and Napier over the weekend. Police Minister Stuart...
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Dames head to tribunal over Whānau Ora turmoil
Five Māori women leaders including Dame Tariana Turia have filed an urgent claim to the Waitangi Tribunal alleging that the Government is underfunding and undermining...
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Trade Minister heads to Davos for World Economic Forum
Politicians, activists and business people will be among those attending the World Economic Forum in Davos. The summit in Switzerland begins today and is celebrating...
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Prince Harry reveals 'powerful media' reason for walking away
Prince Harry says he's taking a "leap of faith'' as he steps back from royal duties in an attempt to build a more peaceful life — one free of the journalists who...
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THE RE-WRAP: Wrapping Last Week's Story
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) The Hosk Agrees/Meghan the Wrecker/Loving Shane/Supercars Move Alright By Mike/Thumbageddon
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Mike's Minute: Has Prince Harry lost his way?
COMMENT At last we have heard from Harry. Having commanded global headlines for weeks; upended the monarchy and its traditions; having put his father in a hopelessly...
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Mike Hosking: What people are ignoring when it comes to Australia's bush fires
So what have the big stories of the holidays been ? Well in the answer lies a sort of irony. The big stories are Iran, the royals and the fires. They have dominated...
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Wellington cricket celebrate triumphant season
The Wellington Blaze have completed the perfect season in the Twenty20 Super Smash, highlighting a brilliant day for Wellington cricket. The Blaze completed a campaign...
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Calls for parents to intervene over Kiwi teens smart phone addiction
Kiwi teens are suffering as a result of the smart phone boom. A Netsafe study of 14 to 17-year-olds claims a quarter of teens' school results have dropped, as a...
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NZEI: Two issues holding New Zealanders back from a teaching career
Hundreds of thousands of dollars have been spent on advertising to get overseas teachers into our classrooms. More than 500 overseas teachers have been placed into...
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Young nurse praised for saving Yellow Wiggle's life
The nurse who shocked Yellow Wiggle Greg Page back to life after he collapsed at the end of a Sydney bushfire relief concert has said “I don’t really think of myself...
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What we know and don't know about the Senate impeachment trial
Chief Justice John Roberts swore in senators Thursday to officially begin the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump. But, the trial starts in earnest Tuesday...
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Why Harry is giving up a lot for 'Megxit'
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been given their freedom - at a huge personal cost. Harry and Megan will no longer be referred to as HRH, lose their public...
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Mike's Minute: Time to get social media havoc under control
So to social media, and the madness and havoc it causes. Over my break, a couple of themes floated about the internet, and it exercised our kids. And given our...
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THE RE-WRAP: This Isn't World War III
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Don't Believe Everything You Feed/The Real Problem with the Fires/The Sanders Surge/Working and...
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Health expert: China coronavirus outbreak very similar to SARS
Seventeen more people in central China have been diagnosed with a new form of viral pneumonia that has killed two patients and placed other countries on alert as...
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Defence Force faces spending cuts to focus on 'wellbeing' of Kiwis
Top ministers have ordered a "deep dive" into the Defence Force's spending in a bid to free up more funding to "lift the wellbeing of New Zealanders". A document...
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Brain wave technology introduced to identify criminals
The latest brainwave technology is being described this morning as something of a grey area. New technology is being studied by Canterbury University which can...
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The $3.5b student loan bill: Jet-setting Kiwis dodge taxman
More than half of all Kiwis living overseas with a student loan are dragging their feet on paying their debts. And the amount of money the taxman considers overdue...
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166 Kiwis died from sudden unexpected deaths in epilepsy in 10 years
More investigation is needed into sudden unexpected deaths in epilepsy (Sudep), including the possible effects of Pharmac's funded medication brand change, an Auckland...
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Australia braces for more wild weather ahead of forecast supercell
The wild weather that caused flash floodings and brought plenty of welcome rain is going to continue today and into the weekend for Australia’s southeast, NSW and...
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Record-breaking Nike shoes set to be banned from competition
The kind of Nike shoes worn during the fastest ever marathon runs are set to be banned from competition. Kenyans Brigid Kosgei and Eliud Kipchoge have both broken...
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Senators sworn in for President Trump's impeachment trial
Chief Justice John Roberts was sworn in Thursday to preside over President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial, then immediately administered the oath to the full Senate...
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THE RE-WRAP: Are You Qualified to Borrow?
HE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Understanding How Loans Work/Nothing Uplifting About This/The Most Evil Companies Out There
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Poirot's David Suchet bringing one-man show to NZ
British actor David Suchet is best known for his role as Agatha Christie's Detective Hercules Poirot in the iconic TV, a role that he redefined and has been closely...
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Former Olympian Beatrice Faumuina joins Sport NZ board
The appointment of former Olympic discus thrower Beatrice Faumuina means women now hold a 5-4 majority on the board.Faumuina told Tim Dower she was driven to join...
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Australian comedian Andy Lee joins Team Cricket for Black Clash match
One of Australia's favourite comedians, Andy Lee, is coming to the side of Kiwi cricket great Stephen Fleming as the wildcard on Team Cricket for the Hot Spring...
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Houses emitting high levels of carbon - research
Cars, trucks and planes are contributing to climate change, but it turns out out homes in this country are as well. Researchers have revealed they are emitting...
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Thousands to benefit as Pharmac set to fund better diabetes drugs
Better diabetes drugs are set to be publicly funded - a breakthrough that will help keep tens of thousands of New Zealanders in good health and alive longer. Pharmac...
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Local actors missing out on Lord of the Rings TV show roles
A new casting announcement for the Lord of the Rings TV show, which is being filmed in New Zealand, has revealed that no Kiwis have yet been cast in leading roles. Set...
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Woman arrested at border over student loan debt
A woman has been stopped and arrested at Auckland Airport over student loan debt. The Herald has been told the woman had been in New Zealand visiting her unwell...
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THE RE-WRAP: Who Wins Here?
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Return of the Hobbit Tax/Collectible Disasters/Five Decades In the Biz/Who's Opening?
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Māori babies five times more likely to be taken into state care - report
Newborn Māori babies were five times as likely to be taken into state care as non-Māori babies last year, a new report from the Office of the Children's Commissioner...
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Meghan's sister confirms their father will testify in tabloid lawsuit
Thomas Markle wlll testify against his daughter Meghan in a lawsuit involving a British tabloid, the Duchess of Sussex's sister Samantha has confirmed. Meghan launched...
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Kiwi Anthony McCarten celebrates latest Oscar nomination
A New Zealand filmmaker is acknowledging what another Academy Award nomination means to him. Anthony McCarten is up for Best Adapted Screenplay for The Two Popes,...
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'I just can't breathe': Aussie among victims in 'shocking' Open scenes
The tennis world has slammed Australian Open organisers after electing to go ahead with qualifying matches on Tuesday despite Melbourne being blanketed by a smoky...
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Business confidence continues to improve, but growth may still be sliding
Business confidence improved at the end of 2019, with signs of a recovery in construction and manufacturing, although growth may continue to slide. The Quarterly...
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Hotel bookings in Auckland region at five-year low
Visitor numbers are up, but hotel bookings are down. Figures from Tourism Industry Aotearoa show occupancy rates are flattening, with bookings for the Auckland...
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It's given me so much hope': Breast-cancer drug deal announced
Wiki Mulholland has watched friends die around her since her terminal breast cancer diagnosis 18 months ago. The mother-of-three often wondered if she'd survive...
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Federated Farmers: Mycoplasma bovis tax unfair on struggling farmers
Federated Farmers are asking the Government to change tax legislation for farmers dealing with Mycoplasma bovis. Farmers on the National Standard Cost Scheme owning...
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New whitebaiting rules could see popular pastime banned in some areas
The Conservation Minister says new white-baiting regulations will mean people can keep enjoying a fritter for many years to come. The Government's proposing standardising...
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Twizel's mystery $17.1 million lotto winner yet to come forward
A small South Island town remains abuzz over its mystery lotto winner. The $17.1 million winning ticket was bought in Twizel late last month. Lotto is considering...
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House to vote on sending Trump impeachment articles to Senate
The U.S. House is set to vote Wednesday to send the articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump to the Senate, and pressure was mounting Tuesday on senators...
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Former All Black prepares for T20 Black Clash in Napier
Cricket and Rugby is crossing over yet again. The T20 Black Clash takes place this Friday in Napier. The inaugural event at Hagley Park, Christchurch, last...
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Executive editor of The Sun on Queen's 'extraordinary' statement
Listen to audio above as The Sun executive editor Dan Wootton speaks to Tim Dower. Following today's unprecedented Royal Family summit at Sandringham to thrash...
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Auckland paramedic kicked unconscious in 'despicable' attack
An Auckland paramedic was kicked unconscious in what is being described as a 'despicable' attack. The woman was returning from treating a patient on Sunday night,...
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South Island bee keeper launches new initiative to help save bees
A South Island bee keeper hopes a new initiative will one day spread beyond our shores. Bee the Change founder, Neal McAloon, has sponsors behind his bee colonies...
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Auckland Transport clamping down on illegal parking
Auckland Transport is rolling out new ways to clamp down on illegal parking. Three vehicles have been fitted out with high-tech cameras which can scan number plates,...
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Daily Mail journalist reacts to Royal Family's crisis summit
The Queen has confirmed that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are no longer "full-time working members of the Royal Family" and expressed her regret at their decision. The...
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Hundreds of e-scooters to be rolled out across Auckland
Uber is launching its "Jump by Uber" e-scooters in Auckland at midday today. From today, 735 Jump e-scooters will begin to be rolled out across the city, with an...
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Taika Waititi's Jojo Rabbit picks up six Oscar nominations
Hollywood darling Taika Waititi and Kiwi screenwriter Anthony McCarten are both nominated for Academy Awards this year. The nominations, released overnight, reveal...
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NCEA results go live: The fate of 140,000 students finally revealed
NCEA results are now live on the NZQA website. About 140,000 Kiwi students can now check to see how they fared in their 2019 exams. Students can head to the NZQA...
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Queen expresses regret as she confirms Prince Harry and Meghan departure
There is speculation over how much involvement the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will have as members of the Royal Family. Senior royals have emerged from a crisis...
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Climate change on the agenda at Australian-hosted Asia-Pacific forum
Kiwi MPs are in Canberra this week, talking cyber-security, agriculture, and climate change. 27 countries are taking part in the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum,...
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Life coach on why people have already ditched their New Year's resolutions
If you've gotten this far through the year without breaking your new year’s resolution, then you're ahead of the pack. The 12th of January is known as 'Quitters...
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Federer and Thunberg clash over climate change and sponsorship
DR TRISH BRADBURY DISCUSSES WHAT SPORTS STARS SHOULD DO IN THIS SITUATION WITH TIM DOWER ABOVE Tennis superstar Roger Federer has responded to growing criticism...
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