Best Fleet Analyst Podcasts (2025)

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Zali Steggall: Independent member for Warringah ahead of the Australian Election 5:59

1d ago5:59

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The balance of power seems to be shifting in Australian politics. There was a shock U-turn in the polls ahead of the election, with Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party suddenly pulling out in front. It now seems likely the party will secure a second term. Independent Member for Warringah, Zali Steggall told Ryan Bridge confidence in major parties …

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Mike Sabin: Former detective and anti-meth advocate on the need for preventative action 3:08

1d ago3:08

3:08

New figures on meth-use are prompting calls for more preventive action. Discharges from public hospitals suggest meth-use has increased four-fold over the past decade, while wastewater testing last year showed a doubling in meth use. Former detective and anti-meth advocate Mike Sabin told Ryan Bridge that you’ve got to turn the tap off on the suppl…

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Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA National Secretary on David Seymour's call to limit government ministers 3:54

1d ago3:54

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Act Leader David Seymour's taken aim at the size of government. He's calling for a limit on the number of ministers, with no ministers outside cabinet, and no associate ministers other than in finance. There's currently 82 ministerial portfolios, held by 28 ministers, and he claims they're full of 'meaningless titles'. PSA National Secretary Fleur …

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Ryan Bridge: Don't underestimate the Trump Bump 3:31

1d ago3:31

3:31

Alright it's time for Friday confessional. With the Pope passing away, all this focus on Catholicism's got me feeling repentant. There are two things I predicted would happen last December as I was signing for Christmas here at Newstalk ZB. One of those things hasn't happened and the other one is about to not happen. Poilievre winning the Canadian …

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Full Show Podcast: 02 May 2025 34:23

1d ago34:23

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Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 2 May. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Neil Edmond: MoneyTime CEO on the new financial literacy curriculum in schools 3:06

2d ago3:06

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The Government's ensuring financial education is central to a refreshed school social sciences curriculum. Education Minister Erica Stanford's announced it will be a core element for Years 1-10 from next year. The curriculum will cover key financial skills for younger students, such as having a bank account, earning, spending and saving. Older stud…

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Katie Ben: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists President on the senior doctors strike 5:30

2d ago5:30

5:30

About five-thousand senior doctors are striking until midnight in a bid to get more of them on the roster. This comes after eight months of failed negotiations with Health New Zealand. The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists says it’s not going to fill workforce gaps without major improvements to pay and conditions. President Katie Ben told…

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Winston Peters: Rail Minister on the impact of KiwiRail reducing its Interislander fleet to two 4:51

2d ago4:51

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The Rail Minister says any supply chain interruptions caused by the Interislander reducing its Cook Strait ferry fleet can be handled. Aratere will be retired when demolition begins on its decaying Picton dock late this year or early next, to add infrastructure for new ships. It's KiwiRail's only rail-enabled ferry. Winston Peters told Ryan Bridge …

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Ryan Bridge: The ticking time bomb in Mark Mitchell's lap 2:14

2d ago2:14

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Mark Mitchell, he's got a bit on his plate at the moment. He'll be happy with the score he got from Audrey Young in her ranking of ministers for midterm, but I reckon he is holding on to a ticking time bomb. This is the case of the beautiful young Colombian woman in Christchurch living next door to a monster. She didn't know he'd been let out of pr…

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Full Show Podcast: 01 May 2025 34:28

2d ago34:28

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Listen to the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Thursday 1 May. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Newstalk ZB

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Barbara Edmonds: Labour Finance Spokesperson on the preview of the 2025 Budget 4:31

3d ago4:31

4:31

The Government books are expected to reach surplus by 2029. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has teased slices of her Budget 2025 cake, revealing $1.3 billion in new operating spending – a cut from the forecast of $2.4 billion. Ministers and agencies have been asked to cut more costs, for diversion into focus areas including health, education, and de…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on the major blackout that impacted Spain, Portugal, and parts of France 3:00

3d ago3:00

3:00

Chaos for southwest Europe during a major power blackout. Spain, Portugal, and parts of France went dark yesterday due to an issue with the grid, originating in Spain. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez says power has now been restored, and they will take all necessary measures to prevent a repeat. Correspondent Gavin Grey told Ryan Bridge cash registers…

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Nick Harper: Political Analyst on Mark Carney winning the Canadian Election 3:21

3d ago3:21

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Canadian Liberal Party Leader Mark Carney will have a lot of issues to tackle after winning the country's election last night. The win means he'll continue to lead Canada – the job he took over from Justin Trudeau six weeks ago. It's an upset loss for the Conservative Party, which was leading the polls up until Carney took over. Political Analyst N…

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Jane Searle: Child Matters CEO talks growing number of reports of concern to Oranga Tamariki 2:44

3d ago2:44

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A children's support charity says a mix of heightened awareness and more abuse could be the reason for more reports to Oranga Tamariki. The Ministry for Children estimates its seen a 45 percent increase in reports of concern in the year to April. It comes as Newstalk ZB reveals more than a-thousand children are overdue to be assigned a social worke…

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Ryan Bridge: Budget 2025 will be frugal, but will Budget 2026? 2:32

3d ago2:32

2:32

You can’t say we weren’t warned Nicola Willis would be taking to government spending like a butcher to a fresh carcass. She’s been saying it for months. Yesterday she halved the operating allowance to $1.3 billion. All this because she wants to do what she said she’s do, and that’s balance the books by 2029. The recession’s cut her tax take so you …

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Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2025 34:32

3d ago34:32

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 30 April 2025, numbers revealed this morning show more 1,300 children are waiting to be assigned a social worker by Oranga Tamariki. Child Matters CEO Jane Searle gives her reaction to Ryan Bridge. Labour is already calling the upcoming budget the "slash and burn budget." But Ryan questions Finan…

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Ankit Sharma: Master Builders CEO on the changes to builder certifications and inspections 3:34

4d ago3:34

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A thumbs-up from the building industry over changes to certifications and inspections. The Government will be letting approved builders, plumbers, and drainlayers sign off their own work for simple residential dwellings. 80% of inspections will also need to be completed within three working days. Master Builders CEO Ankit Sharma told Ryan Bridge th…

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Rachel Barker: Plastics New Zealand CEO on the strategies for minimising plastic waste 1:52

4d ago1:52

1:52

A belief there's hope to solving New Zealand's plastic waste problem. Plastics New Zealand has released two reports with strategies for minimising plastic waste in the construction sector and in consumer, medical and seafood packaging. Five thousand tonnes of polystyrene packaging enters the supply chain every year, with 77% going to landfill. Plas…

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Andrew Little: Former Labour Leader on his bid for Wellington Mayor, Tory Whanau bowing out 6:03

4d ago6:03

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Tory Whanau is bowing out of Wellington's mayoral race. The incumbent's confirmed she'll instead stand for the council's Māori ward seat to give former Labour Leader Andrew Little a clear run. She says Little will do a good job, and she hopes people see her withdrawal as a gracious move. Little's been critical of Whanau, calling rate increases unde…

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Ryan Bridge: Flying will always be expensive in regional NZ 2:58

4d ago2:58

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Here we go again with the whinge fest about Air New Zealand's prices. I get it. I try book the same flights as everybody else and when you're trying to fly some obscure route from this province to province its gets expensive. Quickly. But here we are again with politicians telling us fibs - telling us they can wave a magic wand and fix all of our p…

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Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2025 34:35

4d ago34:35

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 29 April 2025, Tory Whanau has given up her bid to be re-elected Wellington's Mayor. Ryan Bridge got reaction from the apparent frontrunner in the race, Andrew Little. The construction industry is celebrating the government's to allow reputable builders, plumbers and drainlayers to self-certify the…

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Gold Expansions, Rare Earth Riches & Copper Chaos: Duparquet Drilling, Nyanzaga Launch, and Greenland’s Strategic Find (28/04/25) 5:32

5d ago5:32

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Host Logan Ore dissects April 28th’s critical developments: Duparquet’s Drill Surge: First Mining’s second rig accelerates exploration in Quebec’s Abitibi gold belt. Nyanzaga’s $523M Bet: Perseus Mining bets big on Tanzanian gold, targeting 2027 production. Copper’s Price Rollercoaster: Tariff tensions and inventory drops keep traders guessing. Gre…

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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on a counterterrorism investigation after a crossbow attack in Leeds, Marks and Spencer's struggling after a cyber-attack, and Liverpool winning the Premier League 3:32

5d ago3:32

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Three people have been taken to hospital after they were found injured in Leeds. Among them is a 38-year-old suspected attacker who is thought to have caused the injuries by using a crossbow. Police are investigating the incident as a counter-terrorism event because they also found a firearm at the scene. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey talks to Mike H…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB sports editor on Auckland FC win, Warriors in Christchurch and Super Rugby - Weekend Wrap 2:57

5d ago2:57

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Auckland FC have officially claimed the Premier's Plate after Melbourne City drew with Adelaide United. The Auckland team beat Perth Glory 1-0 at home yesterday. Newstalk ZB sports editor Elliott Smith joins the show for a weekend sports wrap. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kirsten Corson: Chair of Drive Electric on the Government's latest push to have more public EV chargers missing the point 3:10

5d ago3:10

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The Government's planning to build thousands of EV chargers by 2030. Using a concessionary loan scheme to do it, the Government will use a private-public funding model to build the charging model. Currently New Zealand has about 1400 EV charging stations. Chair of Drive Electric Kirsten Corson tells Ryan Bridge she isn't sure their plan will work. …

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Jo McKenna: Rome Correspondent discusses the upcoming conclave to select new Pope 4:20

5d ago4:20

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Discussions around the next Pope are heating up. Eighty-eight year old Pope Francis has been laid to rest after a funeral in front of St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican on Saturday night. One hundred and 35 cardinals will soon be locked in the Sistine Chapel to vote on his successor in secret - the candidates must be aged under 80. Newstalk ZB's Jo…

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Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2025 34:24

5d ago34:24

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Monday 28 April 2025, Rome Correspondent Jo McKenna talks Ryan Bridge through what to expect as the Vatican prepares to elect a new Pope. The government is making moves to try and boost the number of public EV chargers - but Drive Electric's Kirstin Corson explains why she doesn't think the plan is a silve…

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Ryan Bridge: Churches risk coming across hypocritical 2:16

5d ago2:16

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There was a priest on the news last night talking about homeless people the cost of buying a house in New Zealand. This priest, who was all dressed up in his garb, then mentioned the fact there were marina berths down at the waterfront bursting at the seams with super yachts. I thought that was such an odd thing to say. I know the church's role is …

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Leaseend with co-founder Zander Cook, plus a review of the Nissan Frontier 57:45

5d ago57:45

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Have you ever wanted to buy out your lease but were not sure how. Well www.leaseend.com can help. Zander explains how it works, and fees involved. Plus we review the no apologies Nissan Frontier.By johnfpaul

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Oskar Howell: Tech Commentator on the rising use of generative AI in the workplace 3:41

9d ago3:41

3:41

New Zealand workers seem to be embracing Gen AI in the workplace. New research from Robert Half finds 91% of workers are using AI tools to help with their day to day tasks. 93% of workers say they’re transparent about their use with their managers and employers. Tech Commentator Oskar Howell told Francesca Rudkin it’s becoming a real staple of a lo…

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Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood NZ CEO on the modelling for the FamilyBoost payment being incorrect 5:31

9d ago5:31

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It comes as no surprise to some the Government got the number of families eligible for the full FamilyBoost payment wrong. New data shows 249 families have received the maximum payment of $975 dollars a quarter since the scheme came into effect last year. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says IRD got the modelling wrong, as 21,000 families were thoug…

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Francesca Rudkin: Let China and the US sort it out 2:59

9d ago2:59

2:59

Sometimes being the grown up in the room is deeply unfulfilling, pragmatic, sensible. Considering consequences, taking a long-term view, they're all good, admirable words, and we should take some solace in them. But sometimes I think we'd rather just throw a plate at the wall. And so, it is. Was the government's response yesterday to the Trump tari…

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Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2025 34:35

9d ago34:35

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Thursday 24 April 2025, Early Childhood CEO Kathy Wolfe joins Francesca Rudkin to discuss concern the sector reform could put business over children. Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Scott Simpson explains new protections that require banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000. Increasing num…

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Scott Simpson: Minister for Commerce and Consumer Affairs on new protections requiring banks to reimburse fraud victims up to $500,000 4:16

9d ago4:16

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A 24/7 reporting channel is just one of the new anti-scamming measures banks are implementing. The suite of consumer protections will be rolled out this year. Banks will also now reimburse victims up to $500,000 if they fail to adequately warn and protect consumers. Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Scott Simpson tells Francesca Rudkin telco c…

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Geoffrey Miller: Geopolitical Analyst on the meeting between Christopher Luxon and Keir Starmer 5:49

10d ago5:49

5:49

Christopher Luxon and Sir Keir Starmer have reaffirmed the close ties between New Zealand and the UK. Luxon says the relationship between the two countries is strong, and he'd like to deepen ties around defence and security. The pair discussed their support for Ukraine, with Starmer announcing a multi-million dollar deal to buy Kiwi-made drones. Ge…

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Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Ltd CEO on the impact of Trump's tariffs on bookings in the US division 4:00

10d ago4:00

4:00

One of the first locally listed companies is seeing the impact of Trump’s tariffs. Tourism Holdings Limited has seen a dramatic slowdown in bookings by its US division and is anticipating a “significantly” lower net profit than previously expected. Its share price fell more than 10% after announcing it was downgrading its earnings outlook. CEO Gran…

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Ro Edge: Save Women's Sport Australasia NZ Spokesperson on NZ First's bill aiming to legally define gender 4:25

10d ago4:25

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New Zealand’s new bill is finding support from a women’s sport advocacy group. The new bill wants to codify sex-based language, defining a woman as an “adult human biological female” and a man as an “adult human biological male”. It comes as Britain’s Highest Court ruled that only biological women —not trans women— meet a definition of a woman unde…

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Gavin Grey: Europe Correspondent on funeral for Pope Francis confirmed by the Vatican 2:53

10d ago2:53

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Some of the world's most influential people will be making their way to Rome to farewell the late Pope Francis. The Head of the Catholic Church died aged 88 on Easter Monday - following a stroke and heart failure. Pope Francis' funeral will take place outside St Peter's Basilica on Saturday evening - and he'll be laid to rest in Rome's Basilica of …

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Full Show Podcast: 23 April 2025 34:31

10d ago34:31

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 23 April 2025, geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller discusses the overnight meeting between Prime Minister Luxon and his British counterpart Sir Keir Starmer. NZ spokesperson for Save Women's Sport Australasia, Ro Edge explains a new members bill that aims to legally define men and women. And, To…

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Francesca Rudkin: We have control of our notifications 2:45

10d ago2:45

2:45

There has been a clever marketing campaign from 2degrees this week. The telco has released the results of a study it commissioned into the impact mobile phones are having on our mental health. It’s not good. While most telco’s like to concentrate on keeping us connected, 2 Degrees has taken a slightly different approach with this one, acknowledging…

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Elliott Smith: Newstalk ZB Sports Reporter talks the Warriors, Super Rugby, Formula 1 3:41

11d ago3:41

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The Easter weekend hosted a fair bit of sport, and Elliott Smith joined Francesca Rudkin to delve into the wins, losses, and major players. They discussed the Warriors' win over the Broncos, the Super Rugby results, and the latest out of Formula 1. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ernie Newman: Grocery Policy Expert on Costco's possible expansion to Wellington and Christchurch 5:08

11d ago5:08

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Costco is assessing its options for a potential expansion. The US big box retail chain has seen a sharp rise in membership and revenue since opening in Auckland's Westgate in September 2022. It launched home delivery to members and non-members across Auckland last week, and is working on expanding to new regions. Grocery Policy Expert Ernie Newman …

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Full Show Podcast: 22 April 2025 34:40

11d ago34:40

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On the Early Edition Full Show Podcast Tuesday 22nd of April 2025, Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna has the latest on the death of Pope Francis. Costco is looking to expand to outside of Auckland, Grocery Policy expert Ernie Newman tells Francesca Rudkin what this could mean for the grocery sector. Elliot Smith has the latest on weekend sport. Plus, …

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Jo McKenna: Italy Correspondent on the death of Pope Francis 4:57

11d ago4:57

4:57

Heavily choreographed proceedings are now in motion, following the death of the Pope. The leader of the Catholic Church has died overnight at the age of 88 following a battle with double pneumonia. Later this week, the Pope will lie in state in St Peters Basilica for several days for the public to pay their respects. Italy Correspondent Jo McKenna …

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Francesca Rudkin: Let's respect our teachers 3:07

11d ago3:07

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According to an article in the NZ Herald this morning, fewer people want to be teachers. Teacher education is still a popular field of study, but both Canterbury and Otago Universities have seen a decline in teaching student enrolments over the past four years. Provisional data shows Canterbury has 964 students enrolled in a course in 2025, down fr…

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Talking oil and gas with Tom Kloza and a review of the Mini Cooper S 57:37

12d ago57:37

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This week we spoke with Tom Kloza independent Veteran Energy Analyst, Co-Founder of OPIS, First-in-class expert public speaker with experience over six decades. Tom always takes the complicated and makes it simple. Plus we review the Mini Cooper S and talk about home charging and the Innova thermal camera…

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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President on the number of schools over capacity 2:38

16d ago2:38

2:38

The education sector's hopeful further investment into school classrooms is on the way. New data shows 368 state schools had more students enrolled than their official classroom capacity last year – almost 1500 are at capacity. Education Minister Erica Stanford announced $100 million for school property, with new schools and classrooms in Auckland.…

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Nick Tuffley: ASB Chief Economist ahead of the new inflation data 2:57

16d ago2:57

2:57

Our economy could take a knock, with volatility in the global trade environment. Infometrics has revised its GDP forecast for next year from 2.6% to 1.0% per annum, in anticipation of reduced exports stemming from Donald Trump's tariff policy. The annual inflation rate is expected to have risen from 2.2% to about 2.4%. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuff…

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Ryan Bridge: The doctors strike doesn't add up 2:44

16d ago2:44

2:44

Have you been keeping up with this senior doctor's strike? There's a couple of things that don't add up. Yesterday we spoke about the average salary for these unionised senior doctors. Simeon Brown says it's a total package worth $343,500. The union hit back - they said the number was made up. Which it's not. It's the total package including supera…

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Rob Campbell: Former Health New Zealand Chair on new health infrastructure plan 4:19

16d ago4:19

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A former New Zealand health boss says the Government's new list of health infrastructure priorities adds nothing new. The plan to pump $20 million into infrastructure includes general maintenance and specific projects across the country. Former Health New Zealand Chair Rob Campbell says there's no meaningful detail in the plan. He says the Ministry…

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