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Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford Afternoons

Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford Afternoons

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Jersey Devil - world's tallest single-rail coaster - opens in New Jersey

Riders are at the top of a 130-foot drop. They're about to plunge almost 60 mph. Now's a good time to ask: "What in the devil are they thinking?" These coaster enthusiasts...
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Doug Sellman on weight loss: 'Our DNA is wired for feasting and fasting'

Professor Doug Sellman has been working in the addiction treatment field since 1985 and has been Director of the National Addiction Centre at Christchurch School...
Six and A Song With Phil Goff

Phil Goff has been a stalwart in NZ politics for almost 4 decades. He served as an MP for 11 terms during which he was a Senior Cabinet Minister in several high-profile...
Restaurant Association: Visa changes doesn't address main hospitality concerns

An eleventh-hour announcement by Immigration Minister Kris Faafoi took some heat out of irate hospitality business owners who accuse the Government of leaving their...
Professor of Climate Change: Why there are 'gaping holes' in commission's report

The Climate Change Commission says the Government is making good progress in reducing carbon emissions -- but needs to step up efforts. Its final advice to the Government...
Federated Farmers: 'No sense' in reducing farm production

Farmers are furiously digging into new Climate Change Commission advice to see how it affects them. The report is saying that emissions are higher, and changes need...
Professional BBQ Chef: 'Customers ask when did a steak get that expensive?

The Prime Minister's says action on climate change is a question of 'life or death.' The Climate Change Commission’s today released its final advice to the Government...
Gareth Abdinor: Employment Law Questions Answered

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment Lawyer and Partner with Malley & Co solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford to answer listeners' employment...
Taurus Taurima: 'I hire on attitude not CV'

Here's an inspiring story. It's the story of Hawke's Bay employer Taurus Taurima who at the young age of 32 owns Topline Contracting. He started the company after...
Elephant herd razes 500km path of destruction across China

A herd of 15 elephants has wreaked havoc in China, trampling crops and causing more than a million dollars' worth of damage, after the animals escaped from a nature...
Blair Tuke 'Olympic Games are the best thing you can ever do as an athlete'

Blair Tuke is a genuine superstar and one of our greatest ever sportspeople. He’s a two time America’s Cup winner, won the gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics,...
Marketing expert 'If you don't want your image used in a gym's social media you should be able to opt out'

An F45 gym in Hastings has cancelled someone's '7 day experience' and offered her a refund, because she didn't want to be filmed while working out. The gym-goer...
102 year old hill climber Trevor Page 'There's something to look forward to every day'

Many people have Birthday traditions, taking the day off work , a favourite meal - things like that. On his 102nd birthday Napier man Trevor Page did what he does...
Peter Lester 'Team NZ can't fund themselves on mountain daisies'

The Economic Development Minister is staying tight-lipped over America's Cup negotiations. A 100-million dollar offer from Auckland Council and Government is said...
Former Minister: MPs should leave after nine years if they haven't 'made their mark'

A former National Minister says politicians should be booted from the Beehive after nine years. National MP Nick Smith yesterday announced he's resigning from Parliament...
Psychologist on dealing with burnout: You have to learn to say no

A psychologist has revealed the best ways to avoid getting burnt out. An AUT study shows nearly a fifth of New Zealanders are working themselves into the ground...
Eric Murray 'Fronting the media is part of professional sport'

World Rowing champion Eric Murray believes athletes fronting media is a part of the territory. Four-time grand slam champion Naomi Osaka will not subject herself...
Tasmanian devils born on Australian mainland for first time in 3,000 years

Tasmanian devils have been born in the wild in mainland Australia, more than 3,000 years after they died out in the country. Seven baby Tasmanian devils -- known...
Six and A Song with Wood Chopping Superstar Jason Wynyard

Jason Wynyard is a wood chopping superstar, winning over a hundred world titles in the sport. He’s won the individual world championship nine times and holds the...
Madam Woo owner: Why we've banned mobile phones at the table

Diners at popular restaurant chain Madam Woo will have to plan for a phone-free dinner. The Malaysian-fusion restaurant, which has stores in Auckland, Hamilton...
How blue cheese led to drug dealer's downfall and prison sentence

A British man saw his drug empire crumble after he was caught handling a very different product - a fine blue cheese. 39-year-old Carl Stewart, from Liverpool, used...
Wanaka skifields getting rid of rubbish bins to promote sustainability

Wanaka skifields are getting rid of rubbish bins and asking those hitting the slopes to take their refuse home, all in the name of sustainability. As well as being...
Gareth Abdinor 'What's law and what's common sense often coincide but don't bank on it'

Gareth Abdinor is an Employment Lawyer and Partner with Malley & Co solicitors. He regularly joins Simon Barnett and Phil Gifford to answer all listeners' employment...
Economist predicts what will happen next with inflation

The Reserve Bank tomorrow will unveil it's second full Monetary Policy Statement of the year. While the focus is usually on the Official Cash Rate, many are wondering...
Samoa election: UN poised to step in as battle for leadership continues

The United Nations is calling on Samoa's leaders to come up with a solution in what has become a battle for leadership - as a new Prime Minister is sworn in, while...