Best ACT Dental Podcasts (2025)

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Will Your Flyers Really Make People Act? How to Make Your Marketing Materials Irresistible | GMS

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Are your marketing materials truly working for you, or are they just adding to the noise? In this game-changing episode, we reveal why treating your flyers, brochures, and signs as "micro sales machines" can make the difference between wasted effort and measurable results. Forget flashy designs that impress your peers but fall flat with your target…

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Mitch McCann: US Correspondent on Musk’s anti-bill comments 1:42

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Fighting in Trump’s cabinet after Elon Musk lashed out at Trump’s “Big, beautiful bill”. US Correspondent Mitchell McCann told Ryan Bridge that Elon Musk’s comments earlier in the week have gone unaddressed by the President so far. Musk took to X and called the President’s new bill a “disgusting abomination.” Later adding that the bill would increa…

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Ernie Newman: Grocery expert says supermarket discounts aren’t being passed on to customers 4:25

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The Commerce Commission is ramping up efforts to disrupt the supermarket monopoly. It says supplier charges and promotional pricing are reinforcing the dominance of Foodstuffs and Woolworths. It's proposing a simplified grocery code, reducing the range of payments that supermarkets can charge suppliers. Grocery expert Ernie Newman told Ryan Bridge …

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Dean Lester: Insurance consultant reveals impact of government changes on homeowners 2:53

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Homeowners will have to pay more for home insurance to help the Natural Hazards Commission. Associate Finance Minister David Seymour says levies will almost certainly need to rise further, with Cabinet set to decide on the changes in the coming months. Insurance consultant Dean Lester told Ryan Bridge that these changes could cost homeowners two to…

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James Meager: Hunting and Fishing Minister on changes to Fish and Game New Zealand 3:42

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New Government reforms aim to tidy up inconsistencies in Fish and Game New Zealand. It will be shifted to a nationalised fee collection system to reduce double handling of fees. Fish and Game councils will also be required to consider the interests of other stakeholders, like farmers and the aviation sector, when it comes to decision making. Huntin…

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Full Show Podcast: 05 June 2025 33:54

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday 5th June of 2025, The Grocery Commissioner has revealed changes to crack down on the grocery sector, Grocery Policy Expert Ernie Newman shares his thoughts. Homeowners could be in for more insurance levies, Insurance Consultant Dean Lester tells Ryan Bridge why. The Government's annou…

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Ryan Bridge: Are supermarket sales really sales? 2:59

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The Commerce Commission reckons we need fewer items 'on sale' at the supermarket. That would mean less yoghurt on special at $4.99, fewer $1.99 chocolate bars at the checkout, and just less price yo-yo-ing in general. This is counterintuitive. The job of Commerce Commission, through the Grocery Commissioner, is meant to score us cheaper prices and …

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1,072 | How High Performers Are Made: Success Strategies from Athlete & Entrepreneur Michael Seiler 1:00:41

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Dental Product Development with Dr. Matthew Burton on Humpday Happy Hour™ 55:43

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Send us a text We’re so excited to welcome innovative dental technology expert, Dr. Matthew Burton, to Humpday Happy Hour™!🥳👏 Dr. Burton, DDS has not only worked as an established dental practitioner in Frankfort, Illinois since 2008, but he’s also passionate about developing innovative Class 2 matrix devices. It’s that passion that allowed him to …

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896: 4 Profit Drains You Are Overlooking – Robyn Theisen 33:38

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Do you ever look at your bank account and wonder where your money is? In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Robyn Theisen, one of ACT’s amazing coaches, to uncover four of the biggest profit drains that's giving you the Monday blues. Close these four gaps and take control of your practice! To learn how to stress less…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on Ukraine hitting a bridge connecting Russia and the Crimean Peninsula 3:14

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Ukraine's struck a critical bridge connecting Russia and the Crimean Peninsula. It's security service claims agents mined the supports of the bridge with more than one-thousand kilograms of explosives, severely damaging the foundations. Europe Correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge the bridge is a hated symbol of Russian occupation for Ukraine. …

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Chris Henry: 818 Publicity Managing Director on Wellington potentially hosting the premiere of an Avatar movie 2:48

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Wellington's seen as the ideal place to host a major movie premiere. That's due to a decade-old agreement between the producers of the Avatar franchise and the Government, given the amount of taxpayers' money that's been contributed. In return, the producers agreed to roll out a red carpet in New Zealand for at least one of the three movies. 818 Pu…

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Chris Penk: Building and Construction Minister on the liquidation rate of construction companies 3:13

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The Building and Construction Minister's confident they're providing the right support while sector liquidation rates remain bleak. Building Research Association data shows construction companies now make up about a third of all business liquidations – up 25% in 2022. Minister Chris Penk told Ryan Bridge it's not a great statistic, but they're focu…

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1,071 | Uncovering Haiti’s Untold History with Scholar & Author Marlene Daut 1:01:38

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1,070 | How Philip Wilder Uses Storytelling to Inspire a Wild Life with God 1:00:48

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1,069 | How to Build Confidence & Wellness from Within with Annie Delre 1:00:27

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Glyn Lewers: Queenstown Mayor on international visitor spending up 2:51

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Although visitor spending is on the rise, some parts of New Zealand are still doing it tough. A Government survey's found international visitor spending increased by 10% and contributed more than $12 billion to the economy in the year ending March. That's 9.2% up on the previous year. It reflects an increase in international visitors, topping 3.3 m…

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Ryan Bridge: International spending is up, but is it really a win? 2:07

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Tourism mojo. Louise Upston fired off an enthusiastic press release last night. "International visitor spend on the up” it proclaimed. New data, which we get from the International Visitor Survey, showed a 10% jump in spending on the previous year. Sounds impressive, right? Sounds like we’re getting somewhere. Finally shaking off the Covid cobwebs.…

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DINKs News: SALT/PTET Act, Iowa DAs, Alpha Gal Syndrome, Illegal Dentistry 8:38

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Send us a textBy Dr. Jeff Horowitz, Dr. Chad Duplantis and Dr. Jennifer Bell

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Donna Demaio: Australian Correspondent on the US demands to up the defence spend 2:42

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Australia's refusing to play ball with the US, which is demanding it up its defence spend to 3.5% of GDP as soon as possible. Australia's currently tracking to lift spending to 2.33% of GDP in the next eight years. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese seems to be brushing off the demand. Australia Correspondent Donna Demaio told Ryan Bridge that Albanes…

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Andrew Alderson: Sports reporter on the French tennis Open, the Warriors, IndyCars 3:39

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Plenty happened in the sporting world over the long weekend, and Andrew Alderson joined Ryan Bridge to delve into some of it. On today's agenda is the latest from Roland-Garros, the Warriors' win and Mitch Barnett's unfortunate ACL injury, and a social media spat coming out of IndyCar. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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Olga Ivshina: BBC Senior Russia reporter on the latest developments between Russia and Ukraine 4:38

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Minimal progress in another round of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. The two countries have agreed, in Istanbul, to exchange sick and wounded prisoners of war, and those under 25. Meanwhile, Ukraine's carried out drone strikes on several Russian air bases. BBC's Olga Ivshina says even the loss of one plane is significant, as Russia can't re…

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Ryan Bridge: We shouldn't have to work for the government 2:50

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Do you know what's really starts to rub me the wrong way? It's governments telling us to do more things. This morning, we've got the government coming out with yet another hotline. Sounds fancy. Sounds efficient. It's a hotline to report road cones. A road cone tipline. Sorry, but if the problem is that there are too many road cones on the road, an…

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Full Show Podcast: 03 June 2025 34:29

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Tuesday 3rd of June 2025, The Government's introducing new changes to Worksafe and implementing a new roadcone hotline, Parallax CEO Dave Tilton shares his thoughts on how it will work. Ukraine and Russia have been having peace talks in Turkey, BBC Senior Russia Correspondent Olga Ivshina shar…

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Dave Tilton: Parallaxx Traffic Control Training Chief Executive on new road cone tipline 3:04

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Significant changes at WorkSafe as it moves from an enforcement focus and launches the road cone hotline. The agency will now engage early to support risk management, starting with today's opening of a tipline for excessive road cone usage. Parallaxx Traffic Control Training Chief Executive Dave Tilton told Ryan Bridge there are good elements to th…

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1,068 | Feeling Stuck? Alexa Darrin Reveals How to Find Your Soul Purpose & Finally Move Forward! 1:00:49

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1,067 | From Farm Boy to Air Force Vet to Author: Douglas Berry’s Incredible Journey of Inspiration 1:00:20

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1,066 | The Secret to Radiant Health Starts in Your Mouth: Heather Paul's Holistic Dental Revolution 1:00:45

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895: Metric Mondays: Production Per Hour – Miranda Beeson 16:21

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Do you want a more efficient schedule? There's a way to do it by looking at one number. In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT’s director of education, to break down production per hour so you can maximize your hours at work with your team. To learn the quickest way to optimize your schedule, listen to Epis…

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Jonny Carmack: How He Built a Pink Paradise & Proved Redheads Looks Fabulous in Pink 49:45

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Interior design meets vintage charm in this episode featuring Jonny Carmack, the IG-famous redhead behind @vintageshowpony. Jonny and his partner Mitchell transformed their old farmhouse in Danbury, CT, into a pastel dreamscape—on a budget of just $15,000! From estate sale treasure hunts to viral home decor moments, Jonny shares his creative proces…

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894: The Importance of Scientific Evidence From a Clinical Perspective – Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman 41:07

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Today, there are many ways to get information. So, how do you get good, accurate data about dental products and technology? In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman, associate professor from UNC, to share his thoughts on the challenges of finding reliable information on the products that will benefit …

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Peter Clark: Aviation commentator on Air New Zealand's performance in April 3:53

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Just 60% of Air New Zealand's trans-Tasman flights took off within 15 minutes of their scheduled time last month. A report by the Ministry of Transport shows airline performance for April. 78% of Jetstar's flights between Australia and New Zealand left on time, and 70% for Qantas. Aviation commentator Peter Clark told Ryan Bridge Air New Zealand's …

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Andy England: Darfield High School Principal on the new truancy directive 3:00

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Doubts many parents will be prosecuted for repeat truancy under a new Government directive. Associate Education Minister David Seymour's confirmed these parents could be fined up to $30 a day as part of a firmer approach on school attendance. Any possible prosecution cases will be referred to the Ministry. Darfield High School Principal Andy Englan…

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Kate Acland: Beef + Lamb NZ Chair on the proposed changes to the Resource Management Act 3:07

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Farmers are welcoming a proposal to remove difficult rules from the Resource Management Act. The Government's released three discussion documents proposing amending 12 current national directions and four new ones. They include changes to freshwater management and regulation of farming practices. Beef + Lamb New Zealand Chair Kate Acland told Ryan …

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Vincent McAviney: UK/Europe Correspondent on police name the man charged in relation to a car crash during the Liverpool parade 2:07

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British Police are still asking the public not to speculate as to why a 53-year-old businessman drove his car into a massive crowd of people in Liverpool. Seventy nine people - among those celebrating Liverpool Football Club's league title - were hurt; seven remain in hospital. Paul Doyle faces six charges related to grievous bodily harm, and one o…

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Full Show Podcast: 30 May 2025 34:17

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge, Friday the 30th of May Full Show Podcast 2025, the Ministry of Education's been ordered to prosecute parents who who don't regularly send their children to school, Darfield school Principal Andy England shares his thoughts. Beef and Lamb NZ are praising the government's RMA announcement Chairperson Kate Acland…

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Ryan Bridge: Why expensive butter prices are actually a good thing 2:42

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The price of butter's shot up 65% over the past year - you might have noticed nana's cookie jar's a bit empty lately. Bakers are buying in bulk from the Aussies, where it's cheaper. Online discussion blames our dairy farmers, the co-op that buys their milk, and the producers who sell it. But, there are a couple of reason its cheaper there than here…

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1,065 | From Wall Street to Stillness: How Meditation Saved Tom Cronin's Life 1:00:01

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The Real ROI of Investing in Your Dental Team | Zach Shelley | 557

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Building a thriving dental practice isn’t just about the latest equipment or sharp marketing strategies—it all starts with how you invest in your people. In this episode, we're bringing on Zach Shelley, a seasoned practice manager, to unpack why the real secret to practice growth is intentional team development. Zach shares hard-won wisdom on how p…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist on the Reserve Bank cutting the OCR by 25 basis points 4:05

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A lack of consensus at the Reserve Bank on yesterday’s cut to the OCR reflects the global economic uncertainty. The Monetary Policy Committee has dropped the cash rate 25-basis points to 3.25%, and now expects to reach a 2.9% low-point in December. However, further cuts are uncertain, with the bank adopting a watch and wait approach. ASB Chief Econ…

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Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group Chair on NZ Initiative's plan to add competition to the grocery sector 3:26

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The Grocery Action Group is unconvinced by a proposal to rapidly add competition to the grocery sector. The New Zealand Initiative wants the Government to introduce a "fast track pathway" to allow new entrants to enter the market, rather than forcing any break-up of the existing supermarket companies. It includes streamlining rezoning, consenting a…

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1,064 | Rudeness Rehab: How to Fix Toxic Workplaces & Boost Productivity with John O’Brien 1:00:23

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Penny Simmonds: Vocational Minister on international student numbers decreasing 4:29

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There's an expectation it will take two years to get the number of international students in vocational education back to pre-Covid levels. There were about 75-thousand international students in New Zealand last year - 40% less than a peak in 2016. Vocational Minister Penny Simmonds says told Ryan Bridge centralising Polytech's into Te Pukenga is a…

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Ryan Bridge: Trump's unpredictability is predictable 2:02

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Another Reserve Bank rate cut. It was largely as expected - 25 basis points. The rest of the press conference and much of the Monetary Policy Statement itself was focused on the ‘unpredictable’ global environment. We can’t say this because we don’t know what Trump will do. We can’t be certain about that because XYZ. Trade war, etc, etc. But at what…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2025 34:37

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On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast Thursday the 29th of May 2025, The Reserve Bank cut the OCR by 25 basis points, ASB bank Chief Economist Nick Tuffley shares his thoughts. International student numbers are down in Secondary schools and for vocational training, Minister for vocational education Penny Simmonds tells Ryan Bridge…

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Dental Tourism: Is it Worth the Risk? What Every Patient Needs to Know 1:05:11

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Send us a text Expensive dental procedures aren’t always accessible to patients in the United States. It’s not uncommon for people to make a vacation out of the costly dental work they need. Why not lounge on the beach and see the sights if it will cost the same amount anyway?! In this patient-focused episode, we’ll walk you through all the risks a…

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893: 3 Keys to a Full Schedule – Miranda Beeson 37:22

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Is your schedule looking a little bit empty? It’s time to take back control! In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT’s director of education, to break down the hidden reasons why your schedule isn't full and what you can do to fix it. Full schedules don't happen by accident! To learn the three keys …

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Patria Hume: AUT Human Performance Professor on the danger of the Run it Straight game 4:43

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Renewed warnings that people are 'rolling the dice with their life' when partaking in 'run it straight' style games. Ryan Satterthwaite has died after a private version of the game in Palmerston North. The 19-year-old suffered a serious brain injury on Sunday and died in hospital on Monday. AUT Human Performance Professor Patria Hume told Ryan Brid…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent gives an update on the Liverpool car ramming 3:19

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Major questions about how a man was able to drive his car into a massive crowd in Liverpool yesterday, injuring 50. Eleven people remain in hospital, all in a stable condition and recovering. A 53-year-old British man has been arrested for attempted murder. Fans of Liverpool Football Club had flooded the city's streets to celebrate its Premier Leag…

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Justin Tighe-Umbers: National Road Carriers CEO on the Port of Auckland raising its truck access charge 3:53

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Port of Auckland's fee hikes are a bitter pill to swallow for transport operators. The port has announced a 77% increase for trucks entering the Fergusson Container Terminal during peak times – going from $130 to $230 by July next year. National Road Carriers Chief Executive Justin Tighe-Umbers told Ryan Bridge it's not so simple to work off peak, …