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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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Stuart Nash: 'Green Party overly sensitive pulling down Bridges' video'
A Government minister says the Greens shouldn't have pulled their ad attacking Simon Bridges' broad Kiwi accent. In the face of criticism from their own members,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Taking a Stand by Not Standing Up
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Dais Debacle/Divorce Always Messy/Nudity Always Funny/DHB NTR/Say No to Indoor/Outdoor...
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Mike's Minute: The nightmarish changes proposed for divorce laws
COMMENT: The Law Commission has produced its final report into how the courts should be handling martial disputes. They've previously put forward a bunch of recommendations. The...
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Incoming British PM Boris Johnson committed to securing Brexit deal
Boris Johnson could soften his stance on Brexit now, as he becomes Britain's next Prime Minister. The Conservative Party has chosen the former foreign secretary...
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Comedy duo Steve Martin and Martin Short coming to Auckland
Comic duo Steve Martin and Martin Short will bring their critically acclaimed tour Now You See Them, Soon You Won't to New Zealand for one show at Auckland's Spark...
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President Trump says Iran lying about CIA operatives and drone
President Donald Trump on Monday accused Iran of repeatedly lying and said he's gotten less interested in negotiations to replace the nuclear deal that he pulled...
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Could 'plastic shaming' help NZ's waste woes?
A marketing researcher says "plastic shaming" – where single-use plastics would be seen as offensive as blowing cigarette smoke in a baby's face – could help drive...
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Oranga Tamariki faces ongoing battle to keep children safe
Oranga Tamariki says it faces an ongoing battle to keep children safe in state care. It says 103 children in care were harmed in the first three months of the year. Almost...
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Boris Johnson tipped to become Britain's Prime Minister tonight
A lack of Parliamentary support could be a major challenge to Britain's next Prime Minister. Boris Johnson is tipped to be named Theresa May's replacement as Prime...
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Jacinda Ardern: 'City Rail Link disruption should be raised with NZTA'
The Prime Minister says businesses affected by the mosque attacks can't be compared to those dealing with City Rail Link disruption. Auckland businesses affected...
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Police Minister: ‘Tightening gun laws will keep communities safe’
Police Minister Stuart Nash says tightening up gun laws should have knock-on effects for illegal gun holders. The government has announced the second tranche of...
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Mike's Minute: No netball prize money because it's a globally insignificant sport
COMMENT: "No prize money," reported the New Zealand Herald. Our girls have won the Netball World Cup and there are no financial riches to go with it. It's a funny...
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THE RE-WRAP: How Are We Getting On with Oz?
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Ardern in Aussie/DHBs in Debt/Recycling in Decline/Netball Not in the Money/Two Martins...
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Mike Hosking: Ignore the doubters - Warriors still have playoffs chance
Welcome to the doubters. A couple of weeks ago, the calculation was made by the New Zealand Herald in a way that was supposed to imply a negative outcome. That...
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AA: Auckland's congestion set to get worse
The average Auckland motorist wastes about 85 hours a year sitting in traffic - and it's only going to get worse as the city's gridlock nightmare continues to escalate...
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Economists split over future of interest rate cuts
Disagreement among economists over just how long the interest rate cuts will last. The Reserve Bank is expected to cut the Official Cash Rate to another record...
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KiwiSaver changes to benefit those with a shorter life expectancy
An Auckland man with Down syndrome has won a change of rules that will allow anyone with a life-shortening congenital condition to access their KiwiSaver funds before...
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Noeline Taurua's future with Silver Ferns uncertain after World Cup title
Noeline Taurua has confirmed her future as Silver Ferns coach remains uncertain. In a scarcely-believable scenario, Taurua has left the door open to the potential...
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Govt told to act after watchdog finds inadequate levels of hospital staff
A healthcare professional is demanding more specialists to fill gaps in the system, after a watchdog found women with a life-threatening condition weren't treated...
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Christchurch house explosion could have lasting impact on NZ's gas industry
The Christchurch gas explosion could have a lasting impact on New Zealand's gas industry. Five people remain in hospital following Friday's blast at a home in Northwood,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Back From Nowhere
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Redemption for Ferns/Good Old Sensible Shaw/Vaping Worries/Gun Numbers Suspiciously Low/Council...
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Mike's Minute: How James Shaw is showing real leadership
James Shaw, yet again, is showing what I would call leadership. Leadership is being bold, or brave in slightly awkward or difficult circumstances. Leadership is...
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Gold for Silver Ferns! New Zealand crowned netball World Cup champions
The Silver Ferns, these marvellous mavens, are world champions. Never has there been a more worthy group. Sixteen years after New Zealand's last World Cup crown...
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More Kiwis on the benefit despite falling unemployment
More New Zealanders are receiving the benefit, despite the country's falling unemployment rate. The number of people defined as "work ready" and receiving the jobseeker...
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Mark the Week: President Trump got exactly what he wanted
Every Friday morning, Mike Hosking takes you through the big ticket items of the week and lets you know what he makes of it all. Here's a taste of what he reckons. The...
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Canadian town using Uber as public transport system
A Canadian town is using Uber as a public transport system. The town of Innisfil subsidises all trips taken on the ridesharing service at a flat rate, and further...
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Mike's Minute: It's simple: Our economy needs migrants
In our enduring quest to argue matters based on fact, it looks like a good thing the government hasn’t kept its promise to slash immigration. Net migration is running...
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THE RE-WRAP: Not All Kids Are Useless
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Can't Get Enough of Maria/All Talk, Same Migration/Mark the Week/Alexa, Play This Podcast...
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My Dad Wrote a Porno creator on how the podcast became such a hit
Podcasts are ever growing in popularity - and we have one the world's biggest to tell you about this morning. Jamie Morton, along with a couple of mates, created...
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Dyson moves into hair-care products
The technology that revolutionised vacuum cleaners is now move into beauty products. Launching today in New Zealand is the new Dyson Airwrap Styler and Dyson Supersonic...
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Lawyer: Teachers have strong case in Novopay battle
Payroll company Novopay may be hit in the pocket if teachers are successful with their legal action. Teachers' unions PPTA and NZEI announced they're making the...
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Westland Milk sale approved by High Court; Minister raises concerns about 'sovereign assests'
An economist has poured cold water over concerns from Shane Jones that 'sovereign assets' are under threat. Today, the High Court's approved the sale of Westland...
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Mike Hosking: Punishment against Sevu Reece needs to stop now
Just when does the punishment end if you are Sevu Reece? What exactly is it we are wanting from him, or expecting him to do? Is the problem that he's too successful?...
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UK leader Theresa May slams populist politics and Brexit 'absolutism'
British Prime Minister Theresa May on Wednesday criticized the increasing intolerance and absolutism of world politics, a message that many will see as aimed at...
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Users of FaceApp photo filter warned over security issues
A warning to be aware of what information you might be unwittingly sharing with a Russian app. The artificial intelligence photo editor FaceApp aims to show users...
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Campaign to change Basin Reserve name aims to highlight women's sport
A big and bold name change is being touted for the Basin Reserve. A group of female Olympic athletes has launched a campaign to change the name to "Support Women’s...
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Mike's Minute: Ending child abuse easier than you would think
The appeal of Judith Collins for many, was never better displayed than when she said "they should just stop hitting their kids". Four enquires - you'll excuse me,...
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Guns, Reserve Bank and immigration all on PM's agenda in Melbourne
The Prime Minister's trip to Australia is mostly about valuable face time with our Trans-Tasman neighbour. Jacinda Ardern is spending two days in Melbourne, where...
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THE RE-WRAP: Gun Numbers Don't Add Up
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) A Perfect Mike/Jones Sticks His Oar In/5G Health Risk Myth Busted/The Country's In Good...
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Why you need to be careful about resident's associations
An expert in property and building disputes has issued a warning about resident's associations. Separate to the likes of bodycorps, resident's associations are...
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Parenting expert wants kids to turn off Love Island
A parenting expert wants parents to turn off Love Island. The hit British reality show airs at 5pm on Three. The show sees young British singles coupling up with...
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Early Childhood pay dispute could see pay rise costs passed on to parents
The Early Childhood Council says a new pay deal could result in problems within the sector. Kindergarten teachers have been offered pay parity with school teachers...
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Residents of storm-struck town urged to accept offer to buy houses
After 14 years of uncertainty, Whakatāne residents can be completely paid out for their land and homes. The 16 home and 18 section owners of Matatā's Awatarariki...
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Small business confidence still down as government plans law change
The government has confirmed it plans to change the law to introduce a code of ethics for invoice payment times. Many small businesses are struggling because of...
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Climate change proposal fails to win over farmers or environmentalists
There is dissatisfaction from farmers and environmentalists over the proposed deal on emissions. The government's Interim Climate Change Committee is recommending...
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Businesses near Linwood mosque struggle to stay open
Businesses near the Linwood mosque may soon be closing their doors after losing thousands of dollars when they were shut behind the police cordons for a week. In...
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Mike's Minute: How can 5pc be a pass rate for emissions deal?
If talk was hot air then this Government would need to be part of the Emissions Trading Scheme and being paying large penalties for destroying the planet. The deal...
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THE RE-WRAP: A Lot of Hot Air
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Tax Yourselves/Trump's Old Trick/Long Wait for Lobster Salad/Love an Emoji
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DOC workers 'verbally assaulted and spat on' by anti-1080 protesters
The Department of Conservation says it's not good enough that more and more of its workers are being threatened and assaulted. There have been 205 incidents since...
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Vegan activists force supermarkets to up security
Supermarkets are upping security as vegan activists put protest stickers on meat products. The stickers have messages like, "this package contains the body of someone...
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New research may help prevention of anorexia
Scientists have discovered some people have a genetic predisposition to anorexia – offering hopes of better treatments for the often tragic eating disorder. Nearly...
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NZ looks to keep both China and US happy in trade talks
Exporters say New Zealand is unlikely to sacrifice trade with China, for trade with the US. Winston Peters is heading to Washington and is hoping to talk trade...
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Black Caps say no thanks to welcome home reception
The Black Caps have turned down a welcome home parade, but say they're "overwhelmed" by Kiwis' support after their agonising World Cup final loss. "Logistical complications"...
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PM defends gun buyback scheme: 'I absolutely back what we are doing here'
The Prime Minister is defending the government's gun buyback events. More than 500 firearms were handed in and a million dollars forked out at the first event in...
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Mike's Minute: A lot of people will be inconvenienced by gun buyback
The gun buyback is underway. And like most things in life, the view of today is not the view that drove it in those tumultuous days post the 15th of March. There...
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THE RE-WRAP: A Depressing Extended Special Edition
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Kane and Gary Reflect
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Dejected Kane Williamson opens up: We didn't lose the final
Kane Williamson has declared that no one lost the World Cup final, even though England are the new champions. The Black Caps captain said the final at Lord's "feels...
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Political commentator: John Banks would see Phil Goff return to power
John Banks says it's very likely he'll stand again for the Auckland mayoralty. The former National and ACT MP, who served two terms as mayor of Auckland City before...
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Mike's Minute: Electric vehicles subsidy rubbish
COMMENT The scam in the government's plans to subsidise EVs is to be found in the statement from Julie Anne Genter that it will be cost neutral. The extra cost...
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Expert: 'No threat' of an NZ housing crash despite report
A housing analyst says research predicting a housing crash fails to look at the bigger picture. Bloomberg research says New Zealand has one of the most unsustainable...
