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Mark the Week: They can't even suspend a person without a circus
Time now to mark the week, the little piece of news and current events that's as popular as an avocado for a dollar at the green grocer. Guarav Sharma: 6/10 "He...
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Mike's Minute: Sharma's allegations are now a full-blown political crisis
I don’t think it’s a surprise. We said earlier in the week that the Government achieved literally nothing by suspending a bloke who was clearly out to expose his...
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THE RE-WRAP: Sharma-geddon
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Shame It's Not Actually Pronounced That Way/Still Waiting for the Bus/Mark the Week/Why...
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NZ Initiative op-ed argues against notion RBNZ's decisions led to inflation
An op-ed published by Dr. Bryce Wilkinson from the NZ Initiative has come out. It essentially is rebutting what many have been saying in that New Zealand’s inflation...
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TikTok to crack down on political content, advertising
Social media platforms have been widely used by conspiracy theorists and to spread misinformation, especially when it comes to elections. Now TikTok is trying to...
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Resale royalty scheme looks to provide Kiwi artists more pay parity with those overseas
A new resale royalty scheme looks to provide Kiwi artists more pay parity with those overseas. The Government's announced the policy - in line with New Zealand's...
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Electricity consultant on EA's ban on low-price power deals
Electricity Authority has come down hard on Tiwai point trying to cut cheap deals on their power. The EA will now require approval before any power company wants...
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Dr Gaurav Sharma claims dystopian levels of manipulation from the Government
Dissident MP Gaurav Sharma claims he is just trying to get justice despite being silenced. He's facing expulsion from the Labour party, after his suspension this...
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Kiwibank urges Govt to bring forward tweaks to lending restrictions
A call from Kiwibank, for the Government to urgently bring forward its planned tweak to lending restrictions. The state-owned bank says the controversial tightening...
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Mike's Minute: The Covid hangover is still lingering over us
A year this week since Delta arrived. I hesitate to mention it, given I'm over Covid and have been for ages. I note they still publish the numbers each day. Lord...
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THE RE-WRAP: Checking Your Micro-Credentials
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Thursday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) The New Face of Tertiary Education/You Don't Have to Be Crazy to Be on the Council, But.../A...
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Peter Garrett: Midnight Oil frontman and former MP on their new album, last ever tour
The man they call an Aussie rock legend and arguably one of the most liked former MPs is back. We're talking of course about Peter Garrett - the former Education...
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Dave Strudwick: Roofing Hub owner on his 'heartwarming' job ad
The owner of a New Zealand roofing company has been praised for taking a “slightly different approach” to recruiting employees. A job advert for a semi-experienced...
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Adrian Orr: Days of skyrocketing house prices are probably over
Home buyers are being urged to think twice about buying a home, in the wake of yesterday's 50 basis point rise to the Official Cash Rate. Reserve Bank Governor Adrian...
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Tourism NZ CEO: We're researching what high-quality visitors are looking for
Tourism New Zealand has launched a $5.1 million campaign targeting "high quality" visitors. It will target wealthier visitors, as well as those who spend more time...
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ANZ economist on weekly salary and wage increases
Adrian Orr may worried about workers getting the biggest pay rise in more than 20 years. Stats NZ data shows for the June quarter median weekly earnings from salaries...
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Tertiary Education Union Pres weighs in on drama at new mega-polytechnic
The president of the Tertiary Education Union has weighed in on the dramas at New Zealand's new mega-polytechnic. Stephen Town has stepped down as head of Te Pukenga,...
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Wayne 'Buck' Shelford on what's next for All Blacks, Foster
Ian Foster is safe. NZ Rugby has unanimously voted to keep Foster in the head coaching role through until the World Cup next year. Joe Schmidt has also had a promotion;...
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Pollies: Gaurav Sharma, seabed mining and Philip Arps
MPs Megan Woods and Mark Mitchell joined the Mike Hosking Breakfast to wrap the week's political news. LISTEN ABOVE
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Mike's Minute: Labour's handling of Sharma saga has been atrocious
So we now see in the battle of cock ups that poor old Labour has been completely outplayed. National have a mess, they hire a QC, and announce the inquiry. Job done. Labour...
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Sugar Wallet founder on NZ's first set-and-forget paycheck investment app
There is an old saying that if you have a good idea, then success will follow no matter how much you spent on marketing. Dev Soni is a Commerce grad who set up Sugar...
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Mercury NZ CEO on their annual report, future
Mercury NZ has emerged from its latest financial year a totally different beast. By its own account, 2022 was one of "transformative change" - having become the...
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Former prisoner turned motivational speaker thinks parole system is broken
A former prisoner turned motivational speaker thinks the parole system is broken. Dr Paul Wood, convicted of murder as an 18-year-old, is one of the first parolees...
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Zespri Chief Grower: Nationwide labour shortage taking its toll on kiwifruit industry
The nationwide labour shortage is taking its toll on our Kiwifruit industry. Zespri has flagged kiwifruit quality remains a significant problem this export season...
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THE RE-WRAP: Most Boring Secret Ever
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Wednesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Is That It?/Ideas VS Reality/Reading Is Ovreighted/So Is Cycling/Those Little Millions...
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Reserve Bank predicted to hike OCR by 50 basis points
The Reserve Bank is set to hike the Official Cash Rate by 50 basis points today and provide more detail on just how high the rate could peak. ANZ Chief Economist...
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Peter Dunne: Labour getting rid of Sharma doesn't match their kindness image
A suggestion the Gaurav Sharma situation could start to hurt Labour's image with voters. Sharma has been suspended from the caucus after making multiple bullying...
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Mike's Minute: Adrian Orr's next move is the crucial one
Another episode Wednesday from the Reserve Bank. It's worth paying attention to, given it affects every single one of us. And survey after survey indicates large...
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Cystic Fibrosis NZ calls for Govt intervention on treatment funding
It's being argued that public funding for a lifesaving Cystic Fibrosis drug would save sufferers hundreds of thousands of dollars. Patients, Pharmac and the Government...
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Govt sends 120 more defence personnel to UK to train Ukrainian recruits
Questions over whether more could be done in aiding Ukraine's war effort. The Government's sending 120 more defence personnel to the UK to train Ukrainian recruits. Meanwhile...
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Phil Goff: New transport plan not about forcing people, but providing alternatives
Auckland Council wants people to cycle, walk or use public transport for most trips under six kilometres. It's one of the measures it says is needed to achieve a...
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Hopes new pay deal for police will see less disruption in officers lives
There's hope a new pay deal for police will see less disruption in the daily lives of officers. Constables through to senior sergeants who have a roster change within...
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THE RE-WRAP: More Response Response
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Tuesday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) More Head Holes/More Interest/Nice Day for a Walk/Bad Day for Golf/Don't Come Around Here...
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Barry Soper: Labour expelling Gaurav Sharma could backfire
Renegade MP Gaurav Sharma faces serious consequences for allegations he's made about bullying. A special Labour caucus meeting will be held this week to determine...
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Act wants to introduce 'practical' penalties for young people caught shoplifting
Act has announced it wants to introduce new immediate "practical" penalties for young people caught shoplifting. Leader David Seymour told Mike Hosking it's part...
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Mike's Minute: Give the All Blacks time
You can't sack Ian Foster on that performance. And I am hoping some of those that launched their campaigns to get rid of him, in yet another example of the superficial...
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THE RE-WRAP: Sharma Drama
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Monday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) More Holes In Labour's Head/This Might Not Be the Worst All Blacks Team of All Time After...
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All Blacks coach mystery: Ian Foster speaks out after CEO's comments
All Blacks coach Ian Foster expects to lead the team to their next test against Argentina in Christchurch in under two weeks and is confident he has the full backing...
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Man rams Capitol barrier before killing himself
A man drove his car into a barricade near the US Capitol early Sunday and then began firing gunshots in the air before fatally shooting himself, according to police,...
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Not given the boot: Warriors' 'shoey' fan to return for final game
A happy outcome for the Warriors' 'shoey' fan who believed he'd been slapped with a lifetime ban after being kicked out of Mt Smart Stadium on Friday night. Calley...
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John Hart: Former All Blacks coach on the heroic victory over the Springboks
Against all odds, backs against the wall, against the World Champions at their home ground, lose Beauden Barrett to a yellow card in the last 15 minutes and the...
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Avocado industry could take a hit this season due to oversupply
The avocado industry could take a hit this season due to oversupply. The US and Australia supply the majority of Australia’s avocado crop but they've increased production...
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Grant Robertson refutes bullying allegations levelled by Guarav Sharma
The Deputy Prime Minister says the Labour Party refutes the bullying allegations levelled against it by its Hamilton West MP Gaurav Sharma. Sharma also has allegations...
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New rules let councils take over bus and ferry services
Local councils will be allowed to take over and run public transport services themselves rather than contract them to private companies under new rules announced...
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Mark the Week: When there are more seats than people wanting to fill them, your system is broken
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. Sam Uffindell: 6/10 "Because he should...
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Mike's Minute: Another shabby week in the world of politics
Is the biggest winner out of the Sam Uffindell drama the Government? Think of all the things they would have dreaded being talked about while we busied ourselves...
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National: Migrants want certainty, we don't offer that
Concerns from National, that we're still not doing more to attract skilled migrants. New figures from Stats NZ show New Zealand had a net migration loss of more...
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Minerals West Coast Manager as Greens have mining ban bill pulled in Parliament
There are nervous times ahead for the mining sector. The Green Party have had their bill to ban mining on conservation land and water pulled from the biscuit tin...
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Ian Jones: Former All Black ahead of second test against South Africa
All Blacks coach Ian Foster has made what could be the final big call of his tenure, handing the No 10 jersey to Richie Mo'unga for the second test against South...
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Greens Transport spokesperson: It's too early to judge Te Huia
The Greens say the problems dogging Te Huia shouldn't stop us from expanding the regional rail network. The Transport and Infrastructure Select Committee is taking...
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Retail NZ CEO: Violent youth crime is becoming more common, part of the culture
A major change to social attitudes may be needed, to stem the current spate of youth crime. Two young people have been arrested, after at least 30 teenagers attacked...
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THE RE-WRAP: Local Body No-Show
THE BEST BITS IN A SILLIER PACKAGE (from Friday's Mike Hosking Breakfast) Who Cares?/Lessons from Uffindell Saga/Dipping Into the DMs/Mark the Week/The Power of...
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Barry Soper: Gaurav Sharma has thrown his colleagues under the bus
Expect a political fall-out, from a Labour MP's allegations of rampant bullying in Parliament. Hamilton West Labour MP Gaurav Sharma claims bullying has become commonplace. He's...
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Union of Students': Changing uni terms not as simple as moving dates around
Changing university terms, to get more students into summer jobs, could be easier said than done. Tourism Minister Stuart Nash has suggested moving the university...
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Ross Taylor: Black Caps legend on his new book Black and White
It's fair to say Ross Taylor is one of New Zealand’s all time cricketing greats. He ended his career earlier this year as the all-time best run scorer across all...
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Mike's Minute: We can't make education easier forever
The principals have got what they wanted. A couple of weeks ago, they wrote to the Government about easing the NCEA requirements. They claimed students were getting...
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Marcus Lush not just making up numbers in Invercargill mayoralty race
Marcus Lush is talking up his chances of becoming Invercargill's new mayor. The Newstalk ZB host and Invercargill City Councillor has confirmed he's running for...
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Air NZ cuts schedule as it struggles for crew and planes
Air New Zealand will cut its planned schedule and operate 1.5 per cent fewer seats than originally planned during the next six months. The airline says it is taking...
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Real NZ CEO: Tourism sector now in a good position to restart
A tourism leader says things are looking up for the sector, after years of travel restrictions. Tourism Minister Stuart Nash has unveiled a new plan to strengthen...
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Associate Education Minister defends latest changes to NCEA
The Government is defending its latest NCEA changes. This year's NCEA students will receive an extra credit for every five earned through assessment, to support...
