Best Matt And Tracey Podcasts (2025)

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Politics Friday with Matt Doocey and Tracey McLellan: High Schools, Te Pati Māori and Natural gas 16:26

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John was joined by Matt Doocey and Tracey McLellan this week for Politics Friday. They discussed the situation with Shirley Boys High School, who have spent $800,000 to move their school away from the modern learning model. Is it fair that schools have to foot the bill for this? The decision has been made around punishment for Te Pati Māori, does t…

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Reconstructing Faith and Belonging in Queer Community (feat. Pastor Ray Low) 1:00:29

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Today, Ray Low and I talk about welcoming diverse perspectives on the Bible. Pastor Ray graduated from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree and is currently serving in New York City as Director of Community Engagement and Spiritual Formation at Kaleidoscope, a local and multiethnic ministry that exists to bridge the …

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John MacDonald: The Govt needs some skin in the solar game 4:47

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How would you feel if the Government came out and said solar energy is the future and it was going to throw everything at it? Because that’s something I think it needs to seriously consider doing. For me, there would only be one fly in the ointment – I’ll get to that. But it’s not enough for me to say that the Government shouldn’t be ploughing mone…

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John MacDonald: We need to get real about housing intensification 5:06

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“A complete balls up”. How about that for what might be quote of the day? That’s how Christchurch city councillor Andrei Moore is describing the council’s handling of the housing intensification row. It’s a row that has been shut down for good by Housing and Resource Management Minister Chris Bishop, who has rejected Christchurch’s bid to have its …

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John MacDonald: The modern learning environment - pipedream turned nightmare 5:31

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Imagine a school having $800,000 in the bank. Imagine all the things a school could buy with that amount of money. This is a state school I’m talking about, not a Flash Harry private school that can put the call-out to the old boys and the old girls when it needs cash to do something. So a state school with $800,000 in the bank, and this state scho…

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John MacDonald: There's nothing special about supermarket specials 5:27

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I love this idea the Commerce Commission and the Grocery Commissioner have come up with, of supermarkets giving us everyday low prices instead of the ever-changing, so-called “special prices”. The supermarket specials that really brass me off are the ones where you might see meat in one of the fridges, and they’ll have a sign showing the price per …

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Heirs - Ps. Katy Yeager 33:53

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In this practical message, Ps. Katy breaks down what it means to be heirs with Christ and how it shapes our decisions, worldview, and posture. Let this message call you into the fullness of a life lived for Christ, and a life of surrender and abundance!By Awaken Church

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Embracing the Unseen - Ps. Tracey Armstrong 23:47

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Sometimes we allow circumstance to devalue us, but isn't our value greater? We are worth more than the birds of the air. In this encouraging message, Ps. Tracey gives us value for our next season.By Awaken Church

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Mammon Masters - Ps. Jurgen Matthesius 40:21

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The Bible warns us explicitly against being subjugated by the spirit of mammon. It tells us we should not become its servant or slave. Jesus spoke more than half of his parables on money. God wants you to have money, He doesn’t want money to have you!By Awaken Church

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Don’t Stop Believing - Ps. Becky Heinrichs 32:46

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When we face challenges, delays, or disappointment can we still believe In the goodness and faithfulness of God? Can we trust His timing? Be encouraged today to keep trusting and believing, and you shall reap if you do not lose heart.By Awaken Church

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Phil Mauger: Christchurch Mayor on capping rates increases, the potential for passenger rail in Canterbury, selling Lichfield Street car park 10:17

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Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger joined John MacDonald this morning for their regular catch up. In the wake of Raf Manji’s comments about capping rate increases, how does the Mayor feel about its achievability? ECAN is making a case for a passenger rail in Canterbury – is it a good move? And is selling off Lichfield Street car park a wise decision? L…

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It Doesn't Really Matter 30:22

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Listen this week as I am joined again by my friend Kevin Paige and we spin "It Doesn't Really Matter" from the 1996 Older album. Hear us talk about what a quiet track this is and how George found ways to work his signature sound with different instruments and ways of singing. Spinning The Wheel Social Channels Facebook Instagram Twitter (X) TikTok …

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John MacDonald: Privacy Commissioner says facial recognition's okay, but... 5:56

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I am really torn. Because when it comes to facial recognition technology, I’ve always been of the view that if you’re not doing anything wrong, there’s nothing to worry about. But, at the risk of sounding like I’m going a bit “civil liberties” on it, I’m starting to change my tune a bit. Which I’ll admit is a bit weird considering the Privacy Commi…

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What Does Hope Look Like Right Now? (feat. Nia. Chiaramonte) 56:31

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Today, Nia Chiatamonte is back on Found Family to talk about her new memoir, I Hardly Knew Me: Following Love, Faith, and Skittles to a Transgender Awakening. Nia Chiaramonte (she/her), with her wife Katie J. Chiaramonte, is the co-founder of Love in the Face and co-author of Embracing Queer Family. Nia and Katie work to support other transgender a…

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Leeann Watson: Business Canterbury CEO on signs of recovery in the region, WorkSafe changes 12:38

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Leeann Watson, CEO of Business Canterbury, joined John MacDonald to give a quarterly update. Are we seeing signs of recovery in Canterbury? What would a commuter train mean for the city business scene? And will the Government’s new approach to WorkSafe make a difference for local businesses and how they operate? LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/list…

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John MacDonald: The dangers of tinkering with Health and Safety 5:39

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If there’s anyone who shouldn't be told they can wind things back on the health and safety front, it’s a New Zealander. Because generally, we are absolute shockers when it comes to this sort of thing and our health and safety laws are the only thing standing between our “she’ll be right” attitude and misery and tragedy. Especially when you consider…

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Vision Builders // El Cajon - Ps. Leanne Matthesius 49:18

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In order for our financial world to prosper, we must first live with a Kingdom vision. In this insightful message, Ps. Leanne helps us to see that a Kingdom vision and financial responsibility go hand-in-hand.By Awaken Church

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God Responds When We Run - Ps. Ashley Matthesius 42:05

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Throughout the Bible, we see that God is not a God who sits back and remains distant from His people, but that he is actively seeking them. God is a God who looks for ways to get involved, not one who looks for ways to stay away.By Awaken Church

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Vision Builders // Balboa - Ps. Jon Heinrichs 19:34

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Giving and sacrificing isn’t only about money, it’s about the miracles that will be birthed out of our lives. In this incredible message, Ps. Jon awakens us to a God that is all powerful.By Awaken Church

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Vision Builders // San Marcos - Ps. Matt Hubbard 23:47

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We often get tight around money; but, here at Awaken, we encourage people to find the freedom in prospering and living God’s way. Tune into this powerful message from Ps. Matt as he shares around Vision Builders.By Awaken Church

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The Transformation Process - Ps. Colin Higginbottom 42:18

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The beautiful thing about our church is that people come in one way, and then they leave a different way. This is true transformation—and it’s what our God does. In this power-packed message, Ps. Colin lays out the keys to transformation. We are made for more, but what’s the process to getting there?…

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The House That Transforms - Ps. Matt Tuggle 30:22

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We must honor God with our first and best— trusting Him for supernatural provision. In this power-packed message, Ps. Matt calls us to give with faith, knowing that where our treasure is, our heart follows—and God is faithful to overflow every area of our lives.By Awaken Church

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When Pain Bears Fruit - Ps. Melissa Higginbottom 39:56

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Your greatest place of pain can become your greatest place of fruitfulness! Walking through the story of Joseph, Ps. Melissa gives us tools to get through the most trying times and come out healed, whole, and ready to serve others.By Awaken Church

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Vision Builders Interview - Ps. Marco Contreras & Ps. Jurgen Matthesius 19:55

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It’s been nearly 20 years of Awaken Church, and God has done exceedingly more! It all started with Vision Builders—taking territory and transforming lives. Tune into this message as Ps. Marco interviews Ps. Jurgen on the journey of our beautiful church.By Awaken Church

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Politics Friday: Duncan Webb and Hamish Campbell talk truancy, students, RMA proposals 18:43

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Today on Politics Friday John MacDonald was joined by National’s Hamish Campbell and Labour’s Duncan Webb to discuss some of the biggest stories of the week. The Government will soon be issuing fines to parents of repeatedly absent students – will this work? Is it a new idea? Campbell almost manages to explain the RMA changes in one sentence, but w…

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John MacDonald: Finger-wagging won't get more kids going to school 4:57

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I can’t find an exact figure but from what I have seen online, I’m pretty confident in saying that there are hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid fines in New Zealand, and that figure is about to rise even further. Because the Government is dreaming if it thinks people fined for not sending their kids to school are going to suddenly start send…

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Pick Up Your Sword - Ps. Theresa Mack 39:16

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Many of us are currently in a season of building—building a family, building a business, building a ministry, etc. See how the word of God acts as our greatest weapon to defend and protect us as we are in a building season. Just as he did for the Jews in the Old Testament, our God will fight for us and He uses His word to do so!…

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Sons Not Servants - Ps. Mike Yeager 42:38

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God is not looking for an army of task-doers to fulfill His purposes in the Earth. He is building a family of sons and daughters that bear His likeness. In this powerful message, Ps. Mike unpacks a very powerful prayer that Jesus, the perfect son, prays to His Father.By Awaken Church

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Fantastic Voyage {Into Breakthrough} - Ps. Alex Greenberg 44:17

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We are all in the search for the miraculous. But that search brings us on a journey into ourselves, to discover true intimacy with God and renewed identity in Christ. Only when we learn to hear God’s voice can we fully step into the realities of heaven on earth.By Awaken Church

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Memorial Day: Remember & Honor - Dave Roever 39:34

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As a Vietnam War veteran, Dave suffered a life-changing injury that left him severely disfigured. Instead of letting this tragedy define him, he overcame the circumstance with faith. Tune into this Memorial Day message from Dave that will inspire you!By Awaken Church

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The Sword is Yours - Ps. Caleb Burchell 36:36

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All we do is win in the Kingdom of God. God math equates to winning with God, because as Ps. Caleb exclaims, "In all things, God works for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose." The sword is ours!By Awaken Church

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John MacDonald: All councils should learn from ECAN's open mind on rail 5:32

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I hope Environment Canterbury isn’t bothering listening to Waimakariri MP Matt Doocey. He’s not impressed that the regional council is going to spend money doing a business case for a rail passenger service between Rangiora, Christchurch, and Rolleston. Matt Doocey says it’s nothing more than a pie-in-the-sky idea and, given we’re in a cost-of-livi…

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Calling You 38:40

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Listen this week as I am joined by Jen again and we spin "Calling You" from the FiveLive EP and performed on the Cover to Cover tour in 1991. Hear us as we talk about the spareness of the track and how George brought his beautiful vocals to such an underrated gem! Spinning The Wheel Social Channels Facebook Instagram TikTok Twitter (X) BlueSky…

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John MacDonald: Sometimes a ban isn't the answer 5:07

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It would be very easy for me to say that the organisers of those ridiculous Run it Straight combat sport events have blood on their hands after the tragic death of 19-year-old Ryan Satterthwaite. And I would be saying that if Ryan had been involved in an official event. The thing is, he wasn’t. That’s not stopping other people from piling in though…

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James Meager: Minister for the South Island on his portfolio, budget for Canterbury, Hipkins' comments 33:23

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James Meager is responding to Chris Hipkins’ comments about the Minister for the South Island role. The Labour Leader called the position a “PR job”, saying there would be no need for Meager’s role if the Government was actually prioritising the South Island. Hipkins says Meager's not doing anything because he has no budget or decision-making abili…

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Chris Hipkins: Labour Leader on Winston Peters ruling out Labour, KiwiSaver changes, Minister for the South Island 8:22

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Labour's yet to rule potential coalition partners in or out. New Zealand First leader Winston Peters is refusing to work with Chris Hipkins next election, but has not entirely ruled Labour out. On social media, Peters posted a Government of Labour, the Greens, and Te Pati Māori would be a "circus" and a "radical woke show". Hipkins told John MacDon…

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John MacDonald: Have we lost the retail crime battle? 5:01

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“Don’t sweat the small stuff.” That’s the message cops have been given about shoplifting. And the powers-that-be can say as much as they like about their memo to staff about only bothering with shoplifting worth more than $500 not being worded as well as it could have been, but the message is very clear. You steal stuff worth less than $500 and you…

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John MacDonald: The community work sanction is an opportunity 6:10

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The Government is describing the 20 hours unpaid community work that people on the Jobseeker benefit will be made to do from today if they don’t follow the rules, as a penalty. And there’ll be no shortage of people cheering on from the sidelines, who will also be seeing it as a penalty. I think it’s great too. But not for the obvious reasons. The O…

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Carry on the Mission - Ps. Charles Fuller 38:54

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Many have suffered the loss of those we love. In this inspiring message, Ps. Charles teaches us how to grieve the loss, remember the impact, and carry on the mission of those we love. Let's honor their legacy by growing the seed of faith they planted in us.By Awaken Church

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I Have Not Yet Begun to Fight - Eric Hepfer 32:49

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On Memorial Day weekend, we remember the fighting spirit of our American revolutionaries. In this power-packed message, Eric shows us how to apply it in our own day.By Awaken Church

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Staying Power - Stanley Baker 30:02

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Jacob spent 14 years serving another man’s vision to be able to possess the promises of God. Joshua dwelt in the tent of God long after Moses left, spending more time in the Lord’s presence. Our steadfast nature requires a vision for things of God and a dwelling with Jesus that is more than quid pro quo, but rather a life of devotion and relationsh…

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This Rock-In Life - Ps. Jesse Sullivan 32:11

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Jesus said He will build His church on this rock and the gates of hell will not prevail against it. It is not enough to live this life, rather we need to build our lives in His house. In this powerful message, Ps. Jesse shows us how to go from the ordinary to the extraordinary life God has in store for us.…

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Incubating Permanence: From Egypt to Promise & Sustaining Everything In-Between - Ps. Kenny Robbins 44:18

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Ps. Kenny reflects on the Biblical journey on the Israelites from Egypt to the promise land and how this journey reflects in our own lives.By Awaken Church

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COFFIN CONFESSOR AGAIN 57:29

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Bill Edgar, known as the Coffin Confessor, shares his unique experiences of crashing funerals and delivering messages from the deceased. He discusses the evolution of his career, personal reflections on death, and the emotional weight of his role. Bill also touches on his past, including his struggles and confrontations with the church regarding ab…

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Gravity: The Pull of Honor - Ps. Matt Tuggle 33:36

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In a world that treats everything lightly, Ps. Matt calls us back to the spiritual weight of honor in gravity: The Pull of Honor. Discover how honoring God, others, and yourself aligns us with Heaven’s culture, stabilizes our lives, and invites divine favor. This powerful message challenges us to live with substance, reverence, and intentionality i…

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Honor, Sacrifice & Courage Panel - Lauren Alto, Rick Young, and Ritchie Hale 47:31

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So much of the military can be translated to the Kingdom of God. Just as in the military, the Kingdom is about sacrifice and service. Tune into this panel as Lauren, Rich, and Ritchie share their experience in a life full of service to God and unto others.By Awaken Church

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3x10 // Coronado - Adam Gregg, Brian Trainor & Brandon Collier 39:29

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We believe wholeheartedly that the future pastors and leaders are sitting in our very seats each and every Wednesday. These 3x10's allow for three leaders to speak from their own experience and passion for 10 minutes each. Don't miss out on hearing from three different Eastlake leaders!By Awaken Church

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Politics Friday with Megan Woods and Matt Doocey: KiwiSaver, means testing, what the budget means for Canterbury 17:52

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Today Megan Woods and Matt Doocey joined John MacDonald following the release of the budget. They discussed the key aspects of it including changes to KiwiSaver, will there be an announcement on the retirement as it sound like Matt is hinting towards? Should parents really support 18 and 19 year olds if they aren't working? And what is in the budge…

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John MacDonald: We're not going far enough with superannuation changes 5:15

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Quite a well-known chief executive and finance guy told me once that, in business, you should always make use of other people’s money first. Which is exactly what the Government is doing with the KiwiSaver changes announced in yesterday’s budget. It wants more of our money going in from our wages and salaries and less of its money going in through …

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John MacDonald: Do we even need speed limits around the new stadium? 4:34

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There’s a danger that when the new stadium opens in Christchurch next year, we'll have no idea exactly what speed we should be going when we drive around the area. At the moment, the council wants it to be 30kph on Madras Street, Tuam Street, Lichfield Street, Duke Street, Hereford Street and St Asaph Street. But now it’s being told by the Governme…