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Comm Box: Olympics kick off despite Covid, early chances for medals
Covid nerves have been replaced with competition nerves at the Tokyo Olympic village. Despite the odd cases, there hasn’t been a major concern in the Olympic Village. Some...
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Specialist: Parents shouldn't be worried about kids' accents changing from TV
Children's accents may be changing based on their favourite TV Show. Some US parents believe due to an increased use of TV over the pandemic, they've been seeing...
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Olympian: World has a lot to learn from how Covid is contained at Olympics
The world could have lessons to learn from how Covid-19 is being contained at the Tokyo Olympic Games. Strict measures are in place for all events. That includes...
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Swiss-Belhotel: Hotel industry could pull off ACT's private MIQ proposal
A struggling hotel owner says ACT's private MIQ policy would help out the industry. The proposal would allow vaccinated travellers to pay for private MIQ at mothballed...
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Friends in shock: Heartbreak, tributes over NSW Covid-19 victim
A woman in her 30s who died of coronavirus in Sydney over the weekend has been identified as a 38-year-old Brazilian national with no pre-existing medical conditions. Premier...
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Property Council: Continuing success of housing sector is vital for GDP
The housing sector's economic impact appears to be going from strength to strength. A report commissioned by the Property Council reveals it makes up 15 percent...
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Covid-19: Fury as Sydney man defies public health orders
Authorities are on high alert this morning after a Sydney man repeatedly broke NSW's tough Covid rules to fly to Queensland, putting the Sunshine State at risk. The...
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Covid is 'spiraling out of control' due to unvaccinated people
For anyone who loves freedom and hates mask mandates or remote learning, Dr. Jerome Adams has a blunt message: Get vaccinated. "More mitigation is coming. Whether...
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Mike's Minute: Of course we shut the bubble, we're sitting ducks to Delta
It's been going long enough to have established a well-rehearsed sort of pattern, hasn’t it? The Thursday headlines of the Cabinet is going to meet to talk about...
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Advocate: Businesses affected by CRL feel ignored
Another business has fallen victim to Auckland's City Rail Link work. The owner of Da Vinci's Italian Restuarant in Albert St says construction of the $4.4 billion...
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Mike Yardley: Vaccine rollout proof our DHB system is a dog
I’m next scheduled to share breakfast with you in mid-October, when Hosking’s on holiday. According to my abacus, at least fifty per cent of the population should...
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Kiwi K1 canoe silver winner at Rio talks chances at Tokyo
A cool body will create a cooler head which will hopefully deliver the coolest of performances at the Tokyo Olympics for canoe slalomist Luuka Jones The 32-year-old's...
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Chch Councillor: Stadium decision 'once in a lifetime opportunity' missed
The decision to reduce capacity for a new stadium in Christchurch -- could result in a drop public confidence in the council. A majority of councillors decided yesterday...
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Mike Yardley: Jacinda trusts Harry Tam, do you?
We seem to be ending the week much as it began, with Harry Tam. Jacinda seems to trust me. Why wouldn’t you? You may well have seen the video that’s doing the rounds...
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IOC Member: Cancellation of Games 'extremely unlikely'
The International Olympic Committee says it will take an "Armageddon" to cancel the Tokyo Games. The games' opening ceremony will be held tonight. Among other competitors,...
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Automated Air NZ message hints at Trans-Tasman bubble pause
There is a hint of a full pause of the Trans-Tasman bubble. An automated message on Air New Zealand's general inquiry line says the government had announced an extended...
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Human rights lawyer: Putting asylum seekers in Mt Eden 'inappropriate'
Human rights advocates say throwing asylum seekers in Mount Eden prison is wholly inappropriate. An independent review has been commissioned by the Government to...
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Mike Yardley: Christchurch stadium saga is amateur hour
If I can be so immodest, New Zealand’s second largest city is the sporting powerhouse of the nation, and Christchurch is still bereft of a half-decent stadium. That...
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Andrew Penman: Salmonella Dub frontman on comeback tour and EP
Aotearoa’s Dub & Bass heavy-weights, the space-weaving SALMONELLA DUB, are heading out on the road with a run of spring shows nationwide, across September, October,...
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Mike Yardley: The Police Minister is drinking the Kool Aid
There’s no question that the Police Minister’s appearance on the programme yesterday was an epic fail. And the fallout has been immense, with calls for the Minister...
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Netflix is tipping its toes in the world of gaming
Netflix is dipping its toes in the world of gaming. The streaming giant has announced creating its own video games will be next on the agenda, and will be free as...
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Electricity retailer stops taking new customers until govt regulates market
Flick Electric is pressing pause on taking on new customers over the state of the country's power market. The independent retailer will continue to supply its existing...
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Underdog Oly Whites quietly confident for Games opener against South Korea
Everything seems to be in place for the Oly Whites to make a splash at the Tokyo Olympics over the coming two weeks with coach Danny Hay saying the squad is well...
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Sir Don McKinnon: NZ won't escape consequences of accusing China
A former Foreign Affairs Minister says New Zealand won't escape the consequences of accusing China of funding cyber hackers. The Government has joined western allies...
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Law firm seeking review of suspension of visa applications
Tens of thousands of people could be affected by a fresh legal action against the suspension of offshore visa applications. An Auckland law firm is seeking a judicial...
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Housing Trust: Govt could have negotiated better in motel purchase
There is a suggestion the Government has been ripped off in its purchase of a Rotorua motel. Kainga Ora's bought the Boulevard Motel on Fenton Street for more than...
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Mike Yardley: Electronic Income Management, I like it
So Act wants restrictions on what gang members with kids can spend their benefit on. Electronic Income Management, I like it. If any parent on welfare is repeatedly...
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Mike Yardley: Attacks on cops wouldn't happen if they were armed
I’m sure you were sickened and disgusted by the footage of that vile piece of scum punching an Auckland police officer eight times in the head and smashing him to...
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Brisbane gets final 2032 Olympics approval before day of destiny
Olympic chiefs have decided to propose the Australian city of Brisbane as host of the 2032 Summer Olympic Games at next month’s International Olympic Committee session,...
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Pollies: America's Cup finances, Covid-struck vessels and arming Police
The New Zealand economy was left $293 million worse off from hosting the 36th America's Cup, an official cost-benefit report has revealed. More Covid-19 case numbers...
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Cops, public fume as Police Minister rejects permanent arming of officers
Police Minister Poto Williams will not be backing down on her strong stance not to support the general arming of police because the Māori and Pacific Island communities...
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Each injury related to drink driving costs taxpayers $117k
There are calls for harsher punishments, not just for drunk drivers but also for those on drugs. Each injury or death due to drink-driving is costing taxpayers more...
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Jeff Bezos blasts into space on own rocket: 'Best day ever!'
Jeff Bezos blasted into space Tuesday on his rocket company's first flight with people on board, becoming the second billionaire in just over a week to ride his...
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Auckland Unlimited CEO hopes Kiwis can see how Covid affected Am Cup
There are hopes New Zealanders can see just how much Covid-19 impacted the America's Cup. Analysis has found financially, New Zealand was almost $293 million worse...
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Rehab programme has helped over 800 people, cant get funding
It is often difficult to to gauge how effective drug treatment programmes are that receive public funding. Yesterday, questions were asked to the Ministry of Health...
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Mike Yardley: David Seymour has struck a chord again
David Seymour seems to have struck a chord yet again. The Act Party leader has exposed a troubling decision by the state to lavish a hundred thousand dollars on...
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UK virologist: Decision to lift restrictions is 'dangerous'
There is division in England over the decision to lift Covid-19 restrictions across the country. Prime Minister Boris Johnson has pushed ahead with plans to remove...
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Eric Murray and Beatrice Faumuina: Olympians discuss New Zealand's medal chances at Toyko 2020
Kiwi Olympians Eric Murray and Beatrice Faumuina joined Mike Yardley to discuss New Zealand's medal chances in Rowing and Track and Field. LISTEN ABOVE
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Education director: Its not just girls who value beauty over intelligence
Fears social media is promoting the wrong values in teenage girls. Auckland University research has found high achieving Year 13s at four Auckland high schools,...
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Mike Yardley: UK's Freedom Day was too hasty
The sun is setting on England’s first Freedom Day, as the infection rate goes through the roof. Delta has derailed previous hopes that the passage out of Covid’s...
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New technology aimed at protecting against viruses coming to our shores
A new technology aimed at protecting against viruses is coming to our shores. Active Pure, which was originally developed by NASA, is being launched in New Zealand...
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Kiwi stashes 7kg of clothes on flight from Germany to NZ
You might like to think twice before you pile on all those clothes to avoid paying excess baggage charges. Kiwi fashion designer Bruno Harding managed to stash seven...
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'Fair economic return' tax proposed to fix housing crisis
Researchers are calling for a new tax to bridge the gap between those who own property, and those who don't. Tax expert Terry Baucher and retirement researcher Susan...
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David Seymour: Act wants checks on gang members' benefits
The Act party wants electronic income checks for gang members to prevent them from spending any welfare money on alcohol, gambling or tobacco. Reviews of similar...
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Mike Yardley: Why is NZ allowing foreign boats into our ports?
So yesterday a second foreign-flagged fishing vessel full of Covid, tied up at a New Zealand port. Last week it was the Viking Bay berthing in Wellington, with fifteen...
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Comm Box: Olympic concerns; All Blacks selection dilemma
Andrew Saville and Guy Heveldt join Mike Yardley on the Commentary Box, to talk all the big sports stories. The Tokyo Olympics are four days away, yet Covid-19 is...
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Mike Yardley: Friday's magnificent protest, and why I stand with the farmers
It would be remiss of me not to start today, without paying tribute to Friday’s magnificently staged protest. It’s rare for farmers to rise up en-masse, and they...
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Police say 3 people were wounded in shooting at baseball game in Washington, D.C.
Three people were injured in a shooting Saturday night outside Nationals Park in Washington, DC, sending baseball fans and players scrambling during a game, police...
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First ever New Zealand vegan cheese awards begin today
What does it take for a vegan cheese to please the public and emerge as a supreme cheese? New Zealand's first-ever vegan cheese awards begin in Auckland today. Over...
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Health specialist: Maori families still experience racism from Plunket
A scheme that gave incentives to Māori families to encourage them to get their children vaccinated has been canned. The move comes after a review found the barrier...
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Rob Waddell: We anticipated Covid-19 cases at Olympics
The Tokyo Olympics is just four sleeps away, and it is set to be a Games like no other. New Zealand is sending its biggest ever team with 211 athletes attending,...
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John Hawkesby: Remembering Philip Sherry, a 'gentle giant' of NZ screens
Philip Sherry - the former TV presenter and one of the most recognisable faces on New Zealand screens - has died aged 87. Sherry had a lifetime of distinguished...
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Peter Dunne: Unlikely Auditor-General gets involved in political areas
National is calling on the Government's spending watchdog to investigate what leader Judith Collins is describing as a taxpayer-funded emboldening of gangs. The...
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Kris Faafoi: Residents in weather-stricken Westport could be out of their homes for some time
It's going to be a long road back to normal for flood-stricken Westport, with 1000 people unable to go home, a shortage of rental housing and streets still filled...
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Wrapping the Week: Relationships, Queenstown and Space Tourism
Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson join Mike Hosking to wrap the week that was. A just-published study that's tracked more than 170 Kiwi couples over time has busted the...
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Mike Hosking: I hope the Govt is listening to the farmers
I hope today is a very big day for provincial and rural New Zealand. ‘Groundswell’ is what they are calling it. The protest is up and down the streets of this fine...
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THE RE-WRAP: Rollin' Rollin' Rollin'
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Mike's Kind of Protest/Mark the Week/Another Fund to Dip Into/How Couples Work
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Mark the Week: Hopefully the government gets a wake up today
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. Government Importing Dirty Cool from Indonesia:...
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Agriculture Minister: 'We don't claim to be perfect'
Trucks, utes and even dogs will descend on city centres around the country today, as farmers take part in a huge protest. The Howl of a Protest event, organised...
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Love and politics: Do Kiwi couples think more alike over time?
If you've ever overheard elderly couples bickering about politics, despite decades of marriage, new research might help explain why. A just-published study that's...
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