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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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Gay penguins in Berlin looking after an egg
After fruitless attempts to hatch stones and fish, a gay penguin couple at a German zoo may finally be able to parent a chick of their own. Zoo Berlin officials...
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Changes made to End of Life Choice Bill after further debate
David Seymour's End of Life Choice Bill is back in the parliamentary spotlight. MPs were debating part two of the Bill yesterday, addressing issues such as conscientious...
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Pop rock outfit Zed celebrate 20th anniversary of their debut album
Kiwi pop rock outfit Zed are reuniting to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album Silencer with two shows in Auckland and Christchurch this September. After...
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Kiwi criminals deported from Australia committing crimes in NZ
Kiwi criminals who have been kicked out of Australia are teaming up to commit more crimes here. The last two people involved in New Zealand's largest meth bust in...
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DHBs spend $280 million on patients prescribed the wrong drugs
The ageing population is being partly blamed for an increase in the number of people getting sick from the wrong medication. DHBs have spent more than $280 million...
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Local councils look to restrict urban expansion with new plan
Local councils are pleased the government's moving to clear up issues around increasing housing density. Urban Development Minister Phil Twyford has announced a...
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Phil Twyford pushes Nigel Gould to resign from CAA
Nigel Gould has resigned from his position as chair of the Civil Aviation Authority after a request from Transport Minister Phil Twyford. "I told Mr Gould the CAA...
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Mike's Minute: No Phil, cities aren't 'failing' - they're choked by red tape
COMMENT: If Phil Twyford and I agree on one thing, it's that councils have too much power and they hold back progress. In launching his new urban plan he made...
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Dairy product price index dips for sixth time in seven auctions
The dairy product price index slipped at the Global Dairy Trade auction, moving lower for the sixth time in the past seven auctions, even as whole milk powder gained. The...
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Ombudsman: Northland's Ngawha Prison conditions breach Convention against Torture
The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has released a report highly-critical of conditions at Northland's Ngawha Prison. The Northland Regional Corrections Facility...
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Calls for food packaging to be made mandatory
There are calls for the health star rating system on food packaging to be made mandatory. A review into how the system has been performing has been released, which...
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Explosive new Jeffrey Epstein allegations: 'Step-by-step' sex tutorial claims
WARNING: Graphic A fresh string of shocking allegations against Jeffrey Epstein and some of his alleged co-conspirators has emerged in new lawsuits filed overnight. Another...
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National rejects reports Bennett will resign to end Peters lawsuit
National's Mark Mitchell says Paula Bennett isn't going anywhere -- even if Winston Peters wishes she would. Newstalk ZB understands Peters has offered to drop...
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Consumer NZ raises concerns over fuel discount schemes
Consumer New Zealand is raising concerns about fuel discount schemes. The Commerce Commission has found petrol discount schemes could be linked to high margins. 41...
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Slow drivers less likely to be fined despite dangerous driving
A former police offer says slow drivers are less likely to be stung, despite the dangerous nature of their driving. Alex Mercer sped up to avoid colliding with...
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Government says new independent costing unit would be good for democracy
The government says an independent body that would assess the true cost of election promises would be good for democracy. Cabinet wants the Parliamentary Budget...
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Mike's Minute: TVNZ's in trouble - blame yourselves, not Google
COMMENT: The big question in media circles right now is what the Government is going to do to TVNZ and to save the media industry. The two are connected. TVNZ...
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Dr Libby Weaver releases book on dealing with stress
Dr Libby Weaver is back! Many of us will know her as the biochemist who is the renowned for her diet and wellness advice. But now in her new book The Invisible...
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'Night Mayor' amongst suggestions to improve country's nightlife
Could one way of helping out our economy be to do with our nightlife? The NZ Initiative has released a report about how we can reinvigorate our nightlife which...
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NZ risks losing measles-elimination status as outbreak continues to grow
A vaccinologist says New Zealand risks losing its measles-elimination status, as the outbreak starts to get out of control. A recent spike in infections has tipped...
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Schools told procedures need updating in mosque attack lockdown report
Schools are being told they need to keep the lines of communication open when lockdown procedures are in place. A KPMG report into how Canterbury schools handled...
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NZ video gaming billion-dollar export industry by 2024: report
New Zealand's interactive media and games sector could create a billion-dollar export industry by 2024, a new report outlining the sector reveals. Interactive Aotearoa,...
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British PM Boris Johnson facing rising Brexit strategy criticism
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing rising criticism of his Brexit strategy at home as he increases pressure on the European Union to re-open negotiations...
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Mike's Minute: The media is full of hot air on climate change
Watch out, the global media has decided you need to be bombarded with climate change stories. Covering climate change is now a thing. Locals here have signed up,...
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New guidelines to protect tenants' human rights released
The privacy commissioner has released a list of what can and can't be asked of new tenants. It comes after a property manager checked bank accounts of prospective...
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PM Jacinda Ardern on Kiwis getting a raw deal at the fuel pump
The petrol industry is not as competitive as it should be, the Commerce Commission says. A draft report released today says there are regional variations in fuel...
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Report shows global economy is unlikely to rebound anytime soon
New Zealand's economy has stalled and experts say it's unlikely to rebound quickly over the next year. According to the latest ASB Quarterly Economic Report, domestic...
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Mike Hosking: Only ScoMo understands the facts of climate change
The pious, sanctimonious nonsense was on full display in the Pacific islands and turns out yet again, Scott Morrison was right. The communique, even if you take...
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Kris Faafoi: Better to invest in homes than see people on the streets
The Associate Minister for Housing says it's better to invest in keeping people in homes, than see them on the streets. $54 million has been pledged for initiatives...
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'I couldn't believe it': Steve Smith's call that stunned England
FORMER BLACK CAP JOHN MORRISON WEIGHS IN ON CRICKET SAFETY WITH MIKE HOSKING ABOVE Steve Smith has spoken after being pulled out of the second Ashes Test with concussion...
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Advocate wants more practical steps from prison reform
The Corrections Minster says the status quo has got to go, when it comes to measures for reducing the Maori prison population. Kelvin Davis has revealed a new strategy...
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Josh Kronfeld: Rugby players must take care when making statements on the field
All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara showed his support for protesters at an Auckland housing development site when he wrote "Ihumātao" on the wristband he wore during...
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Mike Hosking: Worker shortages and dumb rules are kneecapping business
I ask a simple question: Why is this Government so hell-bent on making doing business in this country so hard? We could, of course, spend the whole morning discussing...
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Report: Construction work makes one-fifth of country's emissions
Changes to the use of steel and concrete could slash carbon emissions from the construction industry. A report commissioned by the Green Building Council revealed...
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Report highlights mental health crisis amongst firefighters
Firefighters want better support for dealing with the trauma of their job. A report commissioned by Fire and Emergency has looked into the physiological illness...
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Mike Hosking tries Eat Lit Food's Peanut Slab meat pie
Mike Hosking has taste-tested the chocolate meat pie combo that's caused an uproar on social media this week: in case you haven't seen it, it's a pepper steak petrol...
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Australia faces pressure from Pacific nations to address climate change
Australia and the Pacific have been unable to agree on how to address the climate change risk facing the Pacific. A number of countries have called on Australia...
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Mark the Week: Corrections the latest government department to fall short
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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'We have let everyone down' - Corrections chief speaks out over mail blunder
A shake up is on the cards at Corrections after a Christchurch man who once delivered pig heads to the Al Noor mosque was allowed to send threatening letters. As...
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Mike's Minute: MMP is a bust but the new Sustainable NZ Party could work
COMMENT: Well we end the week with good news for Vernon Tava and his new Sustainable Party . He has crossed the threshold and got his 500 party members. Presumably...
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THE RE-WRAP: Pouring Money Into the Pacific
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) What have We Got to Show for It?/New Party Now Actually a Party/Mark the Week/Train Triangle/6D...
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Alan Jones tells Ardern to 'shut up', stop hugging people
Controversial Australian broadcaster Alan Jones has again lashed out at Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, saying she should "shut up" and stop running around the world...
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Child abuse laws being introduced for priests draws pushback
The Bishop of Auckland thinks children could be at greater risk after a push for priests to break the confessional seal. Victoria's Parliament introduced a proposed...
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Former ANZ CEO David Hisco's St Heliers house was worth $11m - valuation
An upmarket Auckland house sold to David Hisco's wife by former employer ANZ Bank for $6.9m was worth $11 million, according to an independent valuation released...
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Survey finds growing support for compulsory unionism
A survey suggests recent strike action has non-union members rethinking their stance. A Waitato University report says more than half of non-union members support...
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Accused Christchurch gunman sent seven letters from prison
The accused Christchurch mosque gunman has been able to send seven letters from prison. Corrections Minister Kelvin Davis told RNZ the accused gunman sent seven...
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Big casualties in All Blacks team to face Wallabies at Eden Park
The All Blacks selectors have wielded the knife as they eye a must-win Bledisloe Cup test against Australia at Eden Park on Saturday, with senior trio Owen Franks,...
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THE RE-WRAP: Facebook Held to Account
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Hands Off My Feed/Gabfest Time Again/Boris on Fire/Car Fine Grand Total/Tech Withdrawal
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Mike's Minute: Another irrelevant Pacific Leaders Forum
What makes the Pacific Leaders Forum largely irrelevant is that nothing really gets achieved. There is a lot of talk - so much talk. And this year, once again the...
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2018 Census described as 'woefully inadequate' by stats expert
A stats expert says the 2018 Census will be "woefully inadequate" when it comes to the finer data. An independent review has criticised the handling of last year's...
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Protest chaos: Warning for Kiwis travelling to Hong Kong
As Hong Kong airport faces a second day of major disruption, a New Zealander caught up in the flight delays says travellers aren't blaming the anti-government protesters. Hundreds...
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Mike Hosking slams fake news scams using his profile
Newstalk ZB host Mike Hosking has slammed Facebook after discovering fake news reports circulating using his face and profile. The fake news posts use Hosking's...
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Sydney stabbing: Hero brothers followed blood trail to track down suspect
The brothers who chased down the Sydney attacker and pinned him to the ground with a milk crate have described how they followed a trail of blood to find him. Paul...
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$50 million injected into youth employment scheme with mixed results
More money is being thrown at an employment programme designed to help young people get into work. That's despite a third of the participants in the initial intake...
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THE RE-WRAP: We're Not Into Dope
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Face the Facts/Hard Times in Hong Kong/Scamorama/Name Change Fail
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Mike's Minute: Three reasons why legalising cannabis is a dopey idea
COMMENT: More insight today into why the cannabis referendum and law reform, or to use a more accurate term "legalisation," will be voted down. Last time we talked...
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Jason Kerrison performs John Farnham's 'Burn for You'
Jason Kerrison is a Kiwi musician who has stood the test of time. He was the frontman for the band Opshop, which had the classics One Day and Maybe. Kerrison...
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Police: 'Return banned firearms, or face the consequences'
Police are urging gun owners to continue to return their firearms, or face the consequences. The Council of Licensed Firearms Owners has suggested members should...
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PM 'not bothered' over Green MP's secret letter
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says there is nothing explosive in the secret letter from Julie Anne Genter expressing her views on a multi-billion-dollar transport...
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Vernon Tava's Sustainable New Zealand Party set to launch
A proposed environmentalist party says it will have broader appeal than the Greens. The Sustainable New Zealand Party is hoping to have 500 members by the end of...
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