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Covering the very latest international and domestic news developments, sport, entertainment and business, Early Edition with Ryan Bridge is the only place to get your full pre-breakfast fix.
An esteemed and highly experienced broadcaster, Ryan Bridge brings his extensive knowledge of local and global issues to you every morning, with the latest news and analysis to begin your morning.
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Government's new maths curriculum shows positive results in just 12 weeks
A push for intensive intervention for more Kiwi students. A nationwide maths trial for Year 7 and 8 students needing extra support - has found participants averaged...
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Ryan Bridge: We've taken parenting to a level beyond useful
I'm part of the generation that grew up pre-cell phones. Gifts were usually clothing you needed. Toys were chatter rings, marbles, maybe a skate board. There was...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 26 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 26th of November 2025, The Government's committed to abolishing all 11 regional councils, Otago...
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Buying in bulk could be contributing to Kiwis' food waste
A rise in bulk buying may be contributing to New Zealand's food waste. A report commissioned by the Ministry for the Environment reveals more than 1.2 million...
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"Positive move": Introduction of mandatory home warranties long overdue, sector says
A construction sector voice says mandatory home warranties are well overdue. The Government's announced plans to require warranties for new homes three storeys or...
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Organisation to establish "new front door" with Social Investment funding
A Bay of Plenty trust says new investment will help more families address harm before authorities have to step in. The Social Investment Fund's putting $50 million...
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Ryan Bridge: Will rate caps actually work?
This rates cap, how's it actually going to work. I had Luxon on my Herald show yesterday, an announcement's coming in the next few weeks. But ask any Mayor, not...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 25 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 25th of November 2025, The Government's announced a new building rule designed to protect homeowners...
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'it's a little bit piecemeal': Banking expert criticizes Government's Kiwisaver pledge
A banking expert is picking apart National's 'piecemeal' Kiwisaver election pledge, saying it doesn't go far enough. The party's promising to lift default worker...
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Trucking industry calls for tougher rules on unsafe vehicles
The trucking industry wants NZTA to have the power to impound dangerous vehicles, after an Auckland operator was jailed for manslaughter. Ashik Ali kept his truck...
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Ryan Bridge: Political wannabe's come from unions
Unions charge like wounded bulls for their services. And they claim they're in it for the workers. They care about workers' pay and conditions so much, they're...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 24 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast 2025, National promises to lift the default kiwisaver rate to 12% by 2032 if elected again next year, Claire...
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All Blacks reshuffle provides players the opportunity to 'make a statement'
The All Blacks playing stocks have been refreshed for the final test of the year against Wales on Sunday morning. Only captain and lock Scott Barrett and blindside...
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"We've got real gangs": Black Power member issues warning over cartel threat
A lifetime Black Power member is warning of a larger threat on the anniversary of the gang patch ban. Today marks one year since the law was changed to give Police...
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Pike River families say police have enough evidence to lay manslaughter charges
Hopes that those responsible for the Pike River mine disaster will finally be held accountable. Police believe they have sufficient evidence to prosecute certain...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 21 November 2025
Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 21 November. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning...
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Ryan Bridge: Can we rule out a NZ First/Labour coalition?
Can you trust Winston Peters not go with Labour next year? No you can’t. He hasn’t ruled it out. Despite National scoring a higher party vote in 2017, he went with...
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New interislander ferry plan elicits more confidence than ditched iRex project
Ferry Holdings' Chairman says he's more confident in the new Cook Strait ferry plans than the ditched iRex project. The Government's officially signed a fixed-price...
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Are parents the real problem in enforcing a school phone ban?
Students getting around a school phone ban could be chatting with family members. An Education Review Office report shows three-quarters of secondary school teachers...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 20 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday the 20th of November 2025, New Cook Strait ferries are set to arrive in 2029, Ferry Holdings Limited...
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Health expert says puberty blockers are generally safe to use
One of the country's top youth health experts says puberty blockers have been safely used in New Zealand for 20 years. No child or young person experiencing gender...
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Ryan Bridge: Are we on the cusp of an economic turn around?
We've got a bunch of new economic numbers this morning. The recovery is underway. Finally. We've had false dawns before, so I'm not overcooking this, but things...
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"Not a quick fix": Govt's business start up grant found lacking
A small business advocate says a Government grant must do more than throw money at a problem. The Taxpayers’ Union has revealed the business start up grant has...
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Why are so many apprentices dropping out of training?
There are concerns over the fact that more than half of trainees aren't completing their apprenticeships. Vocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds is seeking...
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Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast: 19 November 2025
On the Early Edition with Andrew Dickens Full Show Podcast Wednesday the 19th of November 2025, a new report from Business NZ projects a shortfall of at least 250,000...
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Business NZ warns of a major labour shortage by 2050
A warning our major political parties need to display more bipartisan planning so we don't buckle to a dwindling population and economic growth. Business NZ's report...
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Andrew Dickens: Should authors be punished for using AI?
There’s controversy in the Ockham Book Awards as two books by notable authors are withdrawn from competition because their covers were created using AI. Stephanie...
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"It's being realistic": Clean Car Standard review a "welcome relief" for sector
The struggling car industry is looking forward to some much needed relief. The Government's confirmed its slashing charges on importers who don't meet carbon targets...
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"No one's getting left behind": Police union offers reassurance amid changes to mental health callout system
The police union is confident the health sector can pick up the remainder of mental health callouts. Now there's new guidance to determine if Police are needed...
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"It's about fairness": Uber drivers celebrate Supreme Court ruling
Uber drivers are rejoicing over their employment status being finalised with a legal win in the Supreme Court. Four drivers have won their battle against Uber to...
