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Newstalk ZB has been a member of Linktree for 2 years and joined in November 2023. The social media accounts linked to from Newstalk ZB are: • Facebook • Instagram • TikTok • YouTube • X Besides social media accounts, newstalkzb has populated their site with: • Website • Mike's Minute: A mindset shift is needed to recapture our brightest • Mike's Minute: This court case is outrageously political • "Absolute honour": Hamish Kerr takes home Supreme Halberg Award • Mike's Minute: The Labour Party needs to get serious • Mike's Minute: The employment law changes are fine • Govt to reduce housing intensification plans after public pushback • Mike's Minute: This is why the real issues get ignored • "The role is to be a fighting-fit army": Govt halts requirement for army leaders to memorise waiata, karakia • Mark the Week: The seeds of the Warriors' success are there • The Huddle: Do we need tougher regulations for dogs, or owners? • Hipkins outlines what Labour can offer voters ahead of election • Piney's Power Rankings: Wellington Phoenix get thrashed, Chiefs beat out Highlanders and Tommy Te Puni breaks sprinting records • Mike's Minute: Good or bad story at university? • Mike's Minute: It's about time we had move-on orders • Mike's Minute: What's not being said about pay equity • Reuters reporter explains significance of Trump's State of the Union speech • Mike's Minute: The political divide on homelessness • "Kind of Back to the Future": Banking sector confused by RBNZ's push for more cash • Mike's Minute: Air NZ has issues and the turnaround is a way off • Mark the Week: New Zealand's turnaround is real • Reducing victims of crime will "continue to be hard work", Justice Minister says • Wrapping the Week: Speeding tickets and restaurant bills • International law expert condemns Israel-US attack on Iran • Piney's Power Rankings: Crusaders hold strong, Auckland FC beats Melbourne City and Daniel Hillier wins the NZ Open • Mike's Minute: What did the unions achieve? • www.newstalkzb.co.nz • Mike's Minute: What's the answer to our child poverty issue? • Children's Minister on second Govt boot camp for young offenders • Mike's Minute: This is where Labour and Hipkins have got it wrong • 'Facing new circumstances': Winston Peters responds to criticism of Govt's stance on US, Israel's attacks on Iran • Mike's Minute: Christopher Luxon vs Barbara Edmonds • Defence Minister on Govt's Middle East evacuation plan • Mike's Minute: Week one of the war • Mark the Week: We got a new All Blacks coach at last • "There's a market out there": Seymour pushes to make NZ medicinal cannabis export powerhouse • Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says he is 'absolutely not' resigning • Luxon firm on leading National to 2026 election despite negative polls • Piney's Power Rankings: Black Caps lose out, Sam Ruthe runs away with new title and Warriors start 2026 season • Mike's Minute: Two important points on the Luxon story • "Could be a national disaster": Pushback to City Council's sewage discharge plan • Mike's Minute: Luxon quitting would be an epic mistake • Mike's Minute: My observations on the Covid Inquiry • "I would do them differently": Hipkins acknowledges mistakes made during Covid • Mike's Minute: Is there a legal case to be heard on the vaccine advice? • "Fair and reasonable": Education Minister defends pay offer for non-union primary teachers • Middle East conflict: Minister Shane Jones says plans in place for conserving fuel • Mike's Minute: My observations on week 2 of the war • Mark the Week: The Covid report tells us what we already knew • Warriors in for a challenge as they aim to maintain momentum • Kiwi journalist Charlotte Glennie looks back on her career in new memoir • Piney's Power Rankings: Warriors start season strong, and Auckland FC gets another win • Mike's Minute: Invented stories and the media • Mike's Minute: Is the Government ignoring advice for a reason? • Mike's Minute: The Hipkins allegations and effect • Cost of Middle East conflict still yet to hit supermarket shelves - Foodstuffs boss • IVF clinic reassures patients after embryos go missing • Mike's Minute: Further proof the taxpayer poll was an outlier • 'Still fragile': GDP growth not as strong as hoped, Iran war casts 'shadow' over outlook • "I didn't intend to be in the role this long": Fonterra CEO resigns after eight years • 'No need to panic': Nicola Willis addresses fuel supply concerns amid ongoing conflict • Mike's Minute: The worst week for Trump's war • Mark the Week: You can't start any better than the Warriors have • Nicola Willis promises incoming cost relief measures will be line with Govt fiscal strategy • Mike's Minute: What does government help look like? • Mike's Minute: It's a good time to be a Warriors fan • Capstone and Marsden merger to allow Kiwi hotels to compete with international chains • About 140,000 families to receive $50 payment to help with high fuel prices • ACT's Brooke van Velden on stepping away from politics • Temporary, targeted, timely: Finance Minister defends fuel relief package • Mike's Minute: A gesture, or an actual economic solution? • Mike's Minute: Are EVs having their moment? • "Structural change was required": Education Minister pushes ahead with plan to scrap NCEA • Mike's Minute: The war week four and what we've learnt • Mike Hosking Mark the Week: This could be a tipping point for EVs • Wrapping the Week: Flight delays and viable alternatives to driving • Ledley King on Tottenham Hotspur facing off against Auckland FC • Mike's Minute: NZ look like the adults in the room re our fuel response • Mike's Minute: How awesome is Christchurch? • Minister Chris Bishop defends Govt move to scale down Auckland housing plan • Mike's Minute: The Govt's housing vision – a school project gone wrong • "Wrongly directed" from the beginning: Criticism as Govt waters down Auckland housing intensification plan again • Pollies: Mark Mitchell defends Bishop's revised Auckland housing intensification plan • Mike's Minute: Could this be the beginning of the end of the war? • Mark the Week: Kieran McAnulty is bringing the modern world to Easter • White House threw historical learnings 'out the window' when attacking Iran - analyst • Govt strikes deal with Channel Infrastructure to secure diesel storage at Marsden Point • Mike's Minute: Trump's way or the UN way • "Not life and death": Prime Minister urges Kiwis to stay calm amid fuel fears • Mike's Minute: Let's take a proper look at the polls • Mayor Andrew Little on CBD fuel pressures and his new office drama • OCR decision day: All eyes on Reserve Bank as it weighs oil shock risks • Reserve Bank Governor on the Middle East conflict driving up OCR • Mike's Minute: There are lessons for us to learn from this war • Netsafe raises concerns over impact of sextortion • Mike's Minute: Is National a victim of success? • Mark the Week: The war ended the way some thought it would • Frequencies • Cyclone Vaianu: MetService meteorologist issues warning as extreme weather to hit • Hipkins raises concerns over India trade deal before party makes final call • Mike's Minute: We need to take a good, hard look at ourselves • Mike's Minute: The Judge Aitken case is finally over • Venues Otautahi head explains why Crusaders’ matchday horses retired • Pollies: Ministers defend warnings, preparations for Cyclone Vaianu • Mike's Minute: Do we complain about public service pay too much? • Ex-All Blacks captain Taine Randell reveals why he's joining up with NZ First • Mike's Minute: The reality of NZ vs Australia's fuel response • Airlines now treating fuel crisis as long-term issue • Mike's Minute: Is the boss responsible for a death in a major company? • Mark the Week: The Aitken case was a storm in a bone china, Northern Club teacup • Prime Minister rubbishes speculation over his leadership • Fuel crisis: Minister Erica Stanford explains relief efforts aimed at rural schools • Inflation rate holds steady at 3.1% • Mike's Minute: The issue the Govt promised to address • Mike's Minute: National's internal stirrers need to quieten down • PM Christopher Luxon survives as National Party leader • Economist issues warning for June quarter after CPI hits 3.1 percent • Mike's Minute: Did Luxon just have a leadership-defining moment? • Winston Peters confirms he's not working with Labour, despite National spat • Mike's Minute: Look at Australia for the supermarket experience • "All politicians talk": Barry Soper reveals untold stories in 'One Last Question, Prime Minister' • Mike's Minute: My disappointment of the week • Mark the Week: How hard did the India FTA have to be? • Support for Seymour's idea to give students 'hands-on' investing experience • 'Crazy': Tusekah reveals how she got to open for Olivia Dean • Crusaders celebrate first victory in One New Zealand Stadium • Mike's Minute: It's not as bad in business as you think • Mike's Minute: The free trade deal should be celebrated • Mike's Minute: Parent prosecutions were a deterrent • Election 2026: Helen Clark weighs in on coalition disagreements between National, NZ First • Mike's Minute: I like the cut of Anna Breman's gib • Shift to make OCR decisions more transparent praised by economists • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: King Charles' visit was a tour de force by any standard • Election 2026: ACT releases immigration policy • Auckland FC beat Melbourne City in memorable knockout • Ferry Holdings says Cook Strait ferry project won't exceed budget, despite Treasury warning • Mike's Minute: The economic damage caused by weather warnings • Mike's Minute: Do we have any choice but to help out the US? • Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is being a 'strong woman' really such a problem? • Minister Simon Watts on the Govt's plan to fast-track regional council reform • Mike's Minute: How do you not have confidence in an event already sorted? • Brainstorming with Clare de Lore • "No-one's talking to us": Rugby politics blocking a bid to save Moana Pasifika, consortium claims • Minister Paul Goldsmith on the BSA getting scrapped • Tauranga Mayor eager to take on Govt's amalgamation ultimatum • Mike's Minute: Good riddance to the BSA • Steve Lancaster looks forward to taking on NZ Rugby CEO role • Minister Brooke van Velden on what migrants can expect from NZ citizenship test • Sport - Keep up with Newstalk ZB • Newstalk ZB Sport: Your home of live commentary • Mike's Minute: We need more backbone from our leaders • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: There's a lot of ideology floating about this week • "Adjustments will be needed": Finance Minister unpacks OECD report on NZ Super settings • "It's the people": Why an All Blacks legend decided to return to Celebrity Treasury Island • Nicola Willis on the Govt scrapping fees-free study • Mike's Minute: Is Chlöe Swarbrick a bit useless? • Mike's Minute: The superannuation debate has become boring • "It's been unbelievably good": Judith Collins reflects on 24 year political career • Mike's Minute: Has the Māori Party been a success? • Ryan Bridge: Jim Chalmers' Budget is hardly a recipe for affordable housing • Mike's Minute: Reality vs ideology re: asset sales • Hipkins claims Aucklanders have moved on from 2021 Covid lockdowns • Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins is deluded • Mark the Week: Hiring Sir Graham Henry is an excellent idea • Rugby Direct: Steve Lancaster talks challenges shaping rugby in Aotearoa • "The real flashpoint": Taiwan a thorny issue in talks between US, China • The Big League Podcast: Warriors Run Riot in Brisbane • Ryan Bridge: Old school is the best school • Rugby Direct: Can anyone stop the Hurricanes? • Mike's Minute: Here's what the 2026 Election is about • Budget 2026: Finance Minister hints changes to come to Govt departments • Mike's Minute: Do the unions have anything positive to say about education? • Michael Kelly was 'over the moon' to return to Jack Ryan for 'Ghost War' film • Sports Fix: Tuesday 19 May 2026 • "Let's get out of the 80s": Finance Minister unpacks public sector reform, job cuts • Mike's Minute: Labour's lack of detail show they've learned nothing • Labour criticises 'arbitrary' target in Govt's proposed public services overhaul • Mike's Minute: So yes, Chris Hipkins does think you're stupid • Sports Fix: Thursday 21 May 2026 • Gordon Herbert confirmed as new Breakers coach - report • Corrections corruption probe leads to 20 getting charged • "Stacks up in terms of cost-benefit": Associate Health Minister backs proposal to expand free flu jabs • Kiwi entrepreneur Grant Baker reflects on successes, failures, and decades of business in new book • Mike's Minute: Aussie Labor have shown NZ Labour what not to do • Mark the Week: This has been Chris Hipkins' worst week of the year • Auckland FC CEO celebrates team's A-League victory • Win $2000 and take the hassle out of Moving Day with Genesis - NZ Herald • Stuart Nash reveals why he's made the switch to NZ First • Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: What does Auckland FC's victory say about ambition? • "Least risky approach": Businesses' survival at risk without support in transition from gas, minister says • Mike's Minute: Not everything is a conspiracy • Rugby Direct: Could Super Rugby return to the conference system in 2027? • Mike's Minute: We're reliant on cars and we need to stop pretending we aren't • Ryan Bridge: Enhanced Games just a bit of fun • Mike's Minute: Moana Pasifika showed the market was right • Budget 2026: Govt expected to focus on "bread and butter" issues, reprioritisation • RBNZ holds rates at 2.25% amid Budget eve uncertainty • Mayor Wayne Brown defends 7.9 percent rates increase for Auckland • Sports Fix: Wednesday 27 May 2026 • What do industry leaders hope to see in Budget 2026? • Mike's Minute: We are finally utilising the whole country • Reserve Bank Governor unpacks decision to hold OCR after split vote • Budget 2026: $7b for schools, hospitals, roads - here's where they are • Sports Fix: Thursday 28 May 2026 • Budget 2026: Nicola Willis says growth will come • Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the Budget • Mark the Week: 'Horse-faced duck' gave a look behind the scenes at Labour • Rugby Direct: Bruce Sharrock tackles the biggest issues facing rugby • Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Government was right to give billions to defence and forget arts • Joel Little seeks to bolster Kiwi musicians with new project 'BIG FAN' • ComBox: Warriors fall short in table-topping Panthers clash • The Big League Podcast: What went wrong for the Warriors? • Rugby Direct Episode 232: All eyes on the title - looking ahead to the Super Rugby Pacific finals • Jack Tame: The tattoo trend has run its course • Govt looks to ban unelected members from voting on council committees • Sports Fix: Tuesday 02 June 2026 • Sports Fix: Wednesday 03 June 2026 • Hospitality NZ head on the factors causing businesses to close up shop • "Wonderful addition": Education Minister unconcerned by rise in overseas-trained teachers • Engelbert Humperdinck talks career milestones and upcoming tour • 'Life-saving products': NZ Blood Service CEO says more plasma donors are needed • Hipkins defends Naidoo's decision to run for Labour • Piney's Power Rankings: Super Rugby, New York Knicks, and a narrow All Whites loss • Police Commissioner criticises timing of superintendent's Labour candidacy • Minister Simeon Brown on the Government moving forward with LNG Facility • What does the decrease in alcohol sales mean for the Govt tax take? • Sports Fix: Wednesday 10 June 2026 • "It's the best show I've done": Alan Davies brings 'Think Ahead' tour to Kiwi audiences • Sports Fix: Thursday 11 June 2026 • Middle East conflict: Former CIA expert on Trump's warning to Iran • Future of Golden Mile project in question as costs continue spiralling • Rugby Direct: Blowouts Before the Big Dance • 'Very good argument': PM approves Auckland's Bed Tax bid • Explained: What could the US-Iran peace deal mean for fuel prices? • US deal with Iran a way to 'paper over a strategic loss', security expert says • Mike's Minute: Are there winners from the Iran deal? • Mike's Minute: It's a joy to see your kids living their dreams • 'It just takes a winning mindset': Zuru's Nick Mowbray on the secrets to his success • Sports Fix: Tuesday 16 June 2026 • Football Fever Cup Edition: All Whites draw with Iran • Landlord sees red over yellow shop: Auckland eatery says opening stalled amid colour stoush • 'Not good enough': Erica Stanford addresses MBIE officials misleading her about project costs • "Totally trainable": Neuroscientist Kerry Spackman explains how to become 'a winner' in new book • Mike's Minute: Labour have no idea • Football Fever Cup Edition: Stars shine, but Messi still the brightest • Election 2026: Opportunity Party looks to disincentivise land banking in 'Tax Reset' policy • Election 2026: Greens call for independent office to cost election policies • GDP grew 0.8% in March quarter, Stats NZ data reveals • Mike's Minute: We've got to be more positive • The Huddle: Do we need an independent costings unit? • Mimi Gilmour’s Burger Burger chain placed in receivership • Rugby Direct: Finals Fever and All Blacks Picks • Sports Fix: Thursday 18 June 2026 • Labour's Chris Hipkins reveals how party bid to scrap prescription fees will benefit communities • Steve Corica leaves Auckland FC after historic A-League title triumph • Wellington businesses 'cautiously optimistic' after scrapping of Golden Mile project • Mike's Minute: Labour's "splash the cash" mentality will solve nothing • Mark the Week: The Immigration scandal is as bad as it gets • Silver Ferns coach outlines plan to claim the podium in Commonwealth Games • Ryan Bridge: The Green's wealth tax isn't going to happen • Middle East conflict: Expert on the latest with the US-Iran negotiations • Piney's Power Rankings: All Whites lose out in Vancouver and the new All Blacks squad is named • Mike's Minute: We are becoming, again, the magnet that we should be • Mike's Minute: Electoral fantasy vs what will actually happen • All Blacks: Ardie Savea denies being underdone as he returns from Japan to lead ABs • Rugby Direct: In, out, and unlucky - breaking down Rennie’s first squad • UOA economic expert offers solution to retirement debate • Formula 1: Racing Bulls respond as Spanish media reports Liam Lawson will lose seat for 2027 • Mike's Minute: Why hasn't fast-track helped the Port of Tauranga? • "We've arrested the decline": Govt makes incremental progress in reducing ED wait times • Sports Fix: Wednesday 24 June 2026 • Opportunity Party reveals they're open to working with either party if elected • Football Fever Cup Edition: Ronaldo Makes History as England Stall • Mike's Minute: The only winner of the political polls • Kiwi pop band Borderline talks rise to fame, upcoming debut album • Ryan Bridge: Emotion has overcome facts on conservation • Mark the Week: The 'brain gain' is good news for New Zealand • Downsizing Government: ACT Leader explains why departments need to be cut • Mike's Minute: I win one last time against the moaners • Rugby Direct: Rennie’s first roll of the dice - who makes the 23? • Middle East conflict: How low could fuel prices go? • ComBox: All Whites exit the World Cup and Warriors suffer close defeat • Mike's Minute: Stop wanting the Govt to fix everything • The Huddle: How dull are all these policy announcements? • Mike's Minute: This is why Labour will lose the election • "Haven't evaluated the whole programme": Seymour responds to report criticising school lunch scheme • Queenstown's Essence first New Zealand restaurant to be awarded two Michelin stars • Sports Fix: Wednesday 01 July 2026 • "Jeopardy is critical": Super Rugby changes aim to increase intensity in 2027 season • Mike's Minute: My appeal to the restaurant industry • 'Not going to be surprised': Former trade negotiator addresses Peters' latest comments about India FTA • ANZ Premiership: Concerns raised over the future of netball • Mike's Minute: Where are the rules protecting us from legal menaces? • Mark the Week: The Michelin launch did exactly what we paid for • "Unhelpful": Fishers push back against 'extinction' comments amid rapid decline of fish and chip staple • Former All Black recaps team's clash against France • 'We all need this': Marama Davidson on the Greens' plan to change water regulations • 'Really interested in sport': Luxon says sport is top of his mind for Modi's visit • Piney's Power Rankings: The FIFA World Cup marches on and the NRLW season begins • Mike's Minute: Why are we waiting for another Covid response? • Mike's Minute: Does Wellington deserve it's reputation? • Rugby Direct: A Winning Start, Rennie’s All Blacks Era Begins • Ryan Bridge: Banning and taxing won't solve the problem • Mike's Minute: Why is Retail NZ calling for tariffs? • Erica Stanford claims Government never considered VPN ban • Actress Tandi Wright on her role in the new Evil Dead film • Sports Fix: Wednesday 08 July 2026 • Mark the Week: The NRL TV deal is a well-told story • Mike's Minute: I'm not convinced the Reserve Bank was right • Reform UK's Nigel Farage resigns as MP to run again amid financial scrutiny • Sports Fix: Thursday 09 July 2026 • Middle East conflict: US and Iran launch strikes for second day after Trump declared ceasefire over • Will Jordan on setting All Blacks try-scoring record in Italy win • 'Performing rather than speaking': David Seymour in awe of Narendra Modi's 'X-factor' • Kiwi actor Sam Neill has died • Mike's Minute: Free trade is our calling card • Paul Henry announced as candidate for Act • Mike's Minute: National took a credibility hit on roads • Sir Ian Mune pays tribute long-time friend Sir Sam Neill • Sports Fix: Tuesday 14 July 2026 • Calls for stronger police presence at Karangahape Rd ahead of CRL opening • Mike's Minute: Why I like Paul Henry in politics • Ryan Bridge: Should we just ban kids' cell phones altogether? • Mike's Minute: The beat-up of the week • "People want certainty": Minister urges Labour to take clear stance on rates caps • David Seymour on his smart phone ban idea, Paul Henry's candidacy • Sports Fix: Thursday 16 July 2026 • NRL: Warriors' Roger Tuivasa-Sheck on his season-ending injury, new role with Sky Sport • Marama Davidson on the Greens' bid to make union membership the default • Mike's Minute: Why is the NZ Super debate back? • Mark the Week: The World Cup is a massive success • NZ Initiative backs Seymour's pitch for 'innovation trials' to cut through red tape • Gin Wigmore discusses the duality of life and new album 'Beautiful Mess' • 'State of disbelief': Ryan Fox's coach on victory at The Open Championship • Camilla Belich, Labour Justice Spokesperson on consent laws • Mike's Minute: So many questions around the Govt's cement bailout • Mike's Minute: We should all be worried about America • Golf: Ryan Fox on coming to grips with first Open Championship win • "Significantly narrowed the scope": Govt scraps existing iwi agreements in RMA reform • Rhythm and Vines announces final festival at Waiohika Estate • Mike's Minute: I don't blame Hipkins for having a crack, but tell him he's dreaming • Finance Minister says Govt's working to bring down power prices as inflation hits 4.1% • Sports Fix: Wednesday 22 July 2026 • National's Katie Nimon responds to Stuart Nash's comments • Mike's Minute: We aren't prepared to pay the climate price • ANZ Premiership: Concerns intensify with Netball NZ unable to extend staff contracts • "Sexist remarks from a dinosaur" Finance Minister Nicola Willis on Stuart Nash's text leak • No body, no parole: Brother of murdered Christchurch man welcomes proposed law • Mike's Minute: If you're an MP, avoid the dumb brigade • Mark the Week: Ryan Fox's win is my sport highlight of the year • Stats NZ to roll out monthly inflation reports, matching the rest of the OECD • Opportunity Party's Qiulae Wong addresses National ruling them out • Mike's Minute: Of course Luxon ruled out the Opportunity Party • "We'd love for them to win it": NRL boss says a Warriors win would be 'fantastic' • Mike's Minute: We need to recognise the legacy of Bill Birch • TOP founder on why the party isn't ready to govern • Rugby Direct: Rugby's greatest rivalry tour: The squad is set • Is New Zealand still in a cost of living crisis? An economist thinks not • Mike's Minute: The cost of living "crisis" no longer exists • Health Minister issues response to Covid-19 inquiry • Mike's Minute: I think Elon Musk is wrong • Govt rejects calls to ban public fireworks sales despite major public backing • Lawrence Xu-Nan responds to Winston Peters' comments • Mike's Minute: The housing developments and fast-track conundrum • Mark the Week: Parental leave was the political misstep of the week • Seymour pushes to legalise plug-in solar systems, says Kiwis are 'smart enough' to handle dangers • "I had a blast": Hayley Sproull on her return to the dating scene and 'Sproull on the Prowl' • Steven Adams on partnering with Warriors for new campaign to get kids into sport • 'No intent to cause offence': PM stands by comments made at Rotorua business meeting • Mike's Minute: We get a lot of reports from people with no power or influence • Mike's Minute: The gang patch ban vs the Bill of Rights • Boxing: David Nyika determined to claim victory in eliminator, win world title • Mike Hosking pays tribute to Rod Liddle after his death at 66 • Mike's Minute: Calm down, the election enrolment changes aren't a problem • Unemployment rate hits 5.6% - worse than expectations • Pollies: Corrections Minister says now-halted prison massage plan 'did not meet expectations' • Mike's Minute: Why would the councils not amalgamate? • Mike's Minute: The trouble with revisiting MMP • Mark the Week: The Silver Ferns were the story of the Games • "All part of the journey": Joseph Parker cleared to fight after nutritionist linked to positive drug test • Wrapping the Week: MMP referendums and 100 Years of ZB • 100 Years of ZB: The Early Days • Kerre Woodham: I feel that I know them • Mayor Wayne Brown condemns proposed Orewa development • Piney's Power Rankings: Canterbury reclaims Ranfurly Shield and Warriors hold their own against Panthers • Mike's Minute: The left bloc don't have the numbers • Mike's Minute: The Legacy of Newstalk ZB • "Very confident": Southern Orcas emerge as frontrunners for potential NRL team • Heatha from Harcourts: Meet Hawke’s Bay's newest influencer • Ryan Bridge: Luxon's leadership is in question, yet again • Election 2026: Chris Hipkins on Labour's bid to help small businesses with AI • Mike's Minute: What does National hope to achieve? • Kiri Allan talks new memoir Go Hard or Go Home • Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: National's in a worst of all worlds situation now • Sports Fix: Wednesday 12 August 2026 • Auckland in contention to host 2028 NRL grand final - report • Luxon leadership: Chris Penk's challenge was "totally out of character", Mark Mitchell says • Mike's Minute: Luxon had belief and came out a winner • Opportunity expresses interest in working with right-bloc Govt following latest poll result • Mike's Minute: It's not the taxpayers' job to "clean up" businesses • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: Luxon stared them down again • Remembering the great Sir Paul Holmes • ANZ Premiership: New Netball NZ CEO confirms efforts to find a solution are underway • Heather du Plessis-Allan: For all the Trevors and the Pauls • 'Outstanding ministers': PM says Bishop and Stanford innocent in leadership challenge • Ryan Bridge: Hey Labour, NZ is not Australia • Mayor Wayne Brown takes aim at Govt over second Harbour crossing • Mike's Minute: Why all the angst around the Opportunity Party? • Mike's Minute: Time to go back to the bigger picture for the election • Election 2026: Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick on their proposed supermarket crackdown • Endometriosis NZ welcomes diagnosis and treatment getting sped up • Mike's Minute: Our access to Australia could soon be limited • Pollies: Labour will not introduce taxes beyond a CGT if it wins election, MP confirms • Natural population growth hits lowest rate since WWII - what does this mean for NZ's future? • Mike's Minute: Our housing market is smashing Australia's • Lawson's return to Red Bull offers a chance to 'show what he's capable of' • Mt Maunganui landslide: Tauranga MP responds to damning review, council's role • Mike's Minute: Where is the action on electricity prices? • Mark the Week: Was the ceasefire expiring Trump's worst hour yet? • Wrapping the Week: Kate's struggles buying Olivia Dean tickets • Politics Friday: Matt Doocey and Dan Rosewarne on Pegasus Golf Course development denied fast track • Marcus Lush: Voices in the night • 'No new taxes': Prime Minister backs down on proposed taxes ahead of election • Sean Fitzpatrick, Former All Blacks Captain on the All Blacks victory over the Springboks at Ellis Park • Erica Stanford outlines Govt's new teen social media ban • Mike's Minute: The only thing deciding this election is the economy • Mike's Minute: The social media ban is a line in the sand • Sports Fix: Kiwi NASCAR star Shane van Gisbergen discusses his rise in the United States • Jackie Clarke on the connection between women and 'Songs For Nobodies' • Auckland Council awaits incoming feedback as congestion charges loom • US country music legend Dolly Parton dies at 80 • Mike's Minute: Rate caps – not a moment too soon • ‘Rocky Horror Picture Show’ star Tim Curry dead at 80 • Mike's Minute: There are no punishments if you work in the public service • Work to improve supermarket competition continues as data highlights postcode pricing issues • Sports Fix: Thursday 27 August 2026 • World Vision Nepal bracing for higher death toll following flash floods • Mike's Minute: Sport is business and chequebooks are needed • Mark the Week: The MBIE scandal was as bad as it gets • Leighton Smith: Unleashing talkback • All Blacks v Springboks: Assistant coach unpacks the morning's defeat • Rugby Direct Episode 255: Cape Town Crisis? How the All Blacks Can Fight Back • "Beautiful country, beautiful people" Colin and Manu on their love for New Zealand • Nicola Willis explains why Govt delaying fuel tax increase • "Kiss of death": ACT's visa shakeup would 'torpedo' Golden Visa, lawyer says • Former airline pilot raises concerns over low jet flyover in Cape Town • Labour's Phil Twyford explains why MBIE CEO should resign • Mayor Andrew Little shuts down claims Tiaki Wai could have been delayed • Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Let's hope the private investment into domestic netball works out • Bruno Mars announces second Auckland show - what does that mean for the region? • Reserve Bank hikes OCR in effort to avoid "persistently high" inflation • Election 2026: National's Simeon Brown defends recent attack ads directed at Labour • Labour's Chris Hipkins raises concerns over India FTA • Bruno Mars announces third Auckland show - what does that mean for the region? • Peach industry struggles as China 'dumps' fruit into NZ market • Sports Fix: Thursday September 03 2026 • 'It's what we hoped for': Sir Russell Coutts on the success of SailGP • Piney's Power Rankings: Tottenham Hotspur sees back to back defeats and the Warriors make the top two • "Hasn't been enough examination": Finance Minister defends Reserve Bank Covid inquiry • Govt aims to tackle NZ's biggest security threat with new Organised Crime portfolio • Mark the Week: Spot the sport going places • Listen Live • Mike's Minute: The issue we have in rural New Zealand • Shows • Mike's Minute: KiwiSaver, success, and competition • Podcasts • Mike's Minute: Here's why we need the LNG facility • Not so peachy keen: Industry struggles as China 'dumps' peaches into NZ market • ANZ Premiership: Netball NZ confirms minimum five-team private domestic league for 2027 • Six60 perform track from new album in the ZB studio • "Everything felt easy": Hayden Paddon on securing a podium finish in Paraguay WRC • Unemployment rate continues to rise, reaches 5.4% • Waitangi 2026: Labour, Greens team up for joint appearance at Treaty Grounds • Banning youth from social media a "bit of a fool's errand", Meta says • Mark the Week: Brian Tamaki broke the camel's back • Mike's Minute: Look further than the headline • Mike's Minute: The unemployment rate dazed the Government • Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins might not be very numerate • Mike's Minute: There's no way the NZRU rumour is real, right? • Mike's Minute: There are more good news, than bad, hospo stories • Mike's Minute: Fast-track needs to get back to infrastructure, not housing • Newsletter • Education Minister says new reporting system will give students consistency • Economic recovery remains unconvincing heading into 2026 • Mike's Minute: Why risk choking off what little we currently have? • Competitions • 'Hard to fathom': Eddie Jones raises questions over Scott Robertson's dismissal • What's On • Fees Free failed to reach disadvantaged students, data suggests • Mark the Week: NZR is overthinking the All Blacks coach • Mike's Minute: A reality check for the Government on climate hit areas • Mike's Minute: Build what is wanted and housing can't fail • Mike's Minute: Why we should, and shouldn't, pay attention to polls • Mike's Minute: My first election year prediction • Cabinet set to meet to get support, recovery funding "flowing and out the door" - Luxon • NZR interim CEO 'confident' new criteria will help find new All Blacks coach • 'Grieving with you': Luxon says fatalities at Mt Maunganui devastating • "It's pretty dramatic": Mark Mitchell misses caucus retreat as severe weather hits North Island • "Already paying off": ACC confident it can dig itself out of its fiscal hole • Tony Brown reveals frustrations around All Blacks coaching saga • Mike's Minute: What a year 2026 is going to be • Mike's Minute: Should Anna Breman be in trouble? • Mike's Minute: Election issues are already popping up • Mike's Minute: An ode to Dunedin • Mike's Minute: ACC is being scammed, but it can be fixed • Mark the Week: Trump's an infuriating mix of effective and insane • East Coast rain: Thames-Coromandel mayor warns more extreme weather to come • Sports Fix: Wednesday 21 January 2026 • Watch: Luxon confirms 2026 election date • Kiwis' love of "good quality food" sees Pic's secure significant market share • Piney's Power Rankings: Ally Wollaston's cycling victories, Sam Ruthe setting records and the Black Foils' SailGP crash • Auckland Business Chamber head raises concerns over Luxon address • Best of 2025: Tory Whanau reflects on term after dropping mayoral bid • Best of 2025: Heather du Plessis-Allan - Don't touch my pension • Best of 2025: Chris Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • Best of 2025: How easy is it to live off the pension? • Best of 2025: Heather du Plessis-Allan - Does buying NZ-made ever work? • Best of 2025: Ryan Bridge - My prediction for the 2026 election • Bosses Unfiltered: Dame Wendy Pye talks her remarkable career • Best of 2025: D'Arcy Waldegrave - Burling's shift to Luna Rossa is a kidney punch to Team NZ • Best of 2025: Dr Timoti Te Moke on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • Best of 2025: Helena Bonham Carter on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • Best of 2025: Tiki Taane takes aim at Spotify as Kiwi artists boycott platform • Best of 2025: Nici Wickes' Lamington Cake • Best of 2025: Wrapping the Week - Coffee snobs and how 60 differs to 40 • Student radical, TV star and NZ's longest-serving mayor: Sir Tim Shadbolt dies at 78 • Best of 2025: Ed Sheeran talks his career, fame, and 2026 Loop Tour on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • Best of 2025: The Huddle - Scrapping NCEA and the Coldplay kiss cam • Best of 2025: New Air NZ CEO Nikhil Ravishankar on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • Best of 2025: Andrew Webster on Weekend Sport with Jason Pine • Best of 2025: Jimmy Carr talks comedy, upcoming tour on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • Best of 2025: The brutally honest money advice you need to hear • Best of 2025: Amanda Knox on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • Best of 2025: Annie Murphy and Murray Bartlett talk 'Nine Perfect Strangers' • Best of 2025: Jack Tame - My takeaways from the birth of my son • Best of 2025: Christopher Luxon still wants to raise the retirement age, despite opposition • Best of 2025: Bret McKenzie on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • Best of 2025: Mark Robinson unpacks resignation from NZ Rugby • Best of 2025: Ryan Bridge - We shouldn't have to work for the government • Former Silver Fern on Netball NZ's Jennie Wyllie resigning • "Positive step forward": Gloriavale's school has registration cancelled, forced to shut down • Economy officially in rebound as GDP rises 1.1% • New Deputy Police Commissioner prepared to face "big challenges" following McSkimming fallout • Labour Transport spokesperson on the end of the road cone hotline • "Reprioritisation": Govt has a plan to bring books back in balance, Finance Minister says • Minister Chris Bishop says new mega-ministry will tackle key issues • "Biggest thing I've ever done": Tom Sainsbury on turning his podcast into a TV show • Treasury update shows there is still no surplus in sight for the Government, as debt pile grows • Piney's Power Rankings: Black Caps hold steady, David Nyika makes history and Hayden Wilde dominates • Assistant Police Commissioner explains why police boosting presence after Bondi attack • Mike van de Elzen: Cider, star anise and pineapple roasted Christmas ham • "The workload is unsustainable": Primary principals seek "fairer" pay after rejecting latest offer • Explained: Do prospective Kiwi tourists to the US need to be careful? • "Same sh*t every game": Mark Cuban weighs in on the All Blacks and state of NZ rugby • Public view of Police unaltered in the wake of McSkimming saga, Commissioner says • "We're capping inefficiencies": Minister unpacks plan to cap council rates increases • US Golf Open Champion Michael Campbell reflects on career ahead of documentary release • Govt set to launch inquiry into the Tom Phillips case • Mike's Minute: I'm confident for 2026 • "Bit of a reinvention": Bic Runga to release first all-original album in over a decade • Mike's Minute: I think we should get rid of some jury trials • Mike's Minute: Still more questions to answer for the Reserve Bank • Mike's Minute: We watch Australia's social media ban with interest • Mike's Minute: The NZ retail experience, a first hand view • Mark the Week: School lunches were the stupidest story of the week • Climate Minister rules out buying offshore carbon credits for this political term • 'It's not impossible': National may campaign on regulatory standards repeal, Willis says • Reserve Bank expected to cut cash rate today • Red tape continues to tie up agriculture and horticulture sectors despite govt's promises • Mike's Minute: Hopefully Christian tells us the page has turned • Mike's Minute: Are banks behaving badly or not? • Mike's Minute: Britain's COVID enquiry highlights Labour's mistakes • Govt looking to reform local councils as part of new RMA shake-up • Mike's Minute: Why aren't more people excellent? • Mike's Minute: Erica Stanford was right, the backlash is disgusting • Mark the Week: The maths trial results were an example of a simple truth • "Holding organisations accountable": Govt uses 'new approach' with social investment funding • Expert warns Kiwis need more 'incentives' as National unveils KiwiSaver changes • Rugby recap: NZ Herald expert looks back on 2025 season • Ārepa co-founder talks overcoming negative headlines • "Huge win": Govt reduces serious violent crime victims by nearly 40k • "Don't answer": ERO asks parents to support school phone ban by ignoring calls, texts from kids • Mike's Minute: Tariff backdown is a big win for NZ Inc. • Mike's Minute: Can the Opportunity Party succeed? • Mike's Minute: This is why the govt shouldn't mess with markets • Mike's Minute: Richard Chambers is the Police Commissioner we need • Mark the Week: This week could have been so different for the All Blacks • Minister Chris Bishop reveals why Govt updating Clean Vehicle Standard • Angus Simms talks tackling New Zealand's food waste problem • "Hell of a fortress": All Blacks prepare for tough tussle at Twickenham • Police Commissioner on the investigation into the McSkimming scandal • Auckland councillor reveals next steps as congestion charging bill passes • Mark the Week: Winston has begun stirring • Mike's Minute: It's been an excellent economic week • Mike's Minute: Why the increased cost of labour will hurt our economy • Mike's Minute: Gun law debate ends in a whimper, not a bang • Mike's Minute: The BBC scandal shakes the roots of journalism • Mike's Minute: Bank margins are going up despite major profits • Piney's Power Rankings: Ish Sodhi makes history, All Blacks hold strong and the Kiwis emerge victorious • Chris Luxon says progress is being made towards free trade agreement with India • All Blacks assistant coach reflects on close calls in Scotland clash • Aidan Bartlett talks pivoting to save Designer Wardrobe during pandemic • Black Caps gearing up for evening clash • Expert voices excitement with Michelin Guide's arrival • Mike's Minute: Is NZ full of chronic pessimists? • Mike's Minute: You win in court but suffer financially - how does that work? • Mike's Minute: The Waitangi Tribunal is Running Roughshod • Mike's Minute: Quality is recession proof • Mike's Minute: The PM lacked a backbone this week • Mark the Week: A good week for NZ Inc. • Revealed: Unpaid household work worth billions, according to new research • ‘The decision is not clear’: Lawson on F1 seat fight ahead of Brazil GP • Acting Deputy Police Commissioner expresses confusion as officers caught falsifying breath tests • Luxon hopeful that Trump will take up his offer for a round of golf in NZ • All Blacks assistant coach on the team's victory over Ireland • Port of Auckland CEO talks turning the business around • Fonterra Chief Exec. relieved to see farmers support Lactalis salehttps://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/mike-hosking-breakfast/audio/miles-hurrell-fonterra-chief-executive-relieved-to-see-farmers-backing-lactalis-sale/ • Andrew Bayly reveals why he resigned in February • Mike's Minute: Gail Parata - my hero of the week • Mike Hosking marks the week: Will the ceasefire last? • Mark the Week: Fonterra's mega-sale and the Noeline Taurua saga • Local elections 2025: Tim Macindoe confirmed as Hamilton’s new mayor • Andrew Little outlines priorities after winning Wellington mayoralty • "Money being better spent": Public Service Minister defends sector's cuts • Mark the Week: Hipkins is a hypocrite • Actress linked to recent protests reveals she doesn't know who's behind Peters' property damage • Piney's Power Rankings: The Dame Noeline saga drags on, the Chappell-Hadlee series leaves fans disappointed and the Brisbane Broncos are NRL champions • 'Not the Kiwi way': Prime Minister on protests outside MP's homes • Peters backs Govt bid to make protesting outside homes an offence • Netball NZ confirms Dame Noeline Taurua will sit out Constellation Cup • 'Opportunity to make an impact': New Pharmac CEO on taking up the role • Mike's Minute: Some more woke-enforced nonsense reversed • Marks the Week: The power industry reform was the Govt's weak point • Piney's Power Rankings: Silver Ferns ask for Taurua's return, Springboks top Rugby Championship and Niamh Fisher-Black makes history • Former All Black unpacks Cam Roigard's match-winning performance • 'Violence must cease': Peters says NZ won't recognise Palestine until there's peace • All Blacks to 'rise to the pressure' in return to Eden Park - Razor • "Didn't make sense": Auckland councillor claims Govt's 'lost the plot' on housing intensification plan • Mark the Week: Kimmel won the moral ground on free speech • Mike's Minute: What a shocking week for Donald Trump • Mike's Minute: Here’s what the Reserve Bank have to do today • Mike's Minute: Tory Whanau is the poster child for ineptitude • Mike's Minute: We hope Anna Breman is a rockstar • Mike’s Minute: Winston Peters isn't wrong, just late • Willis reveals what she knew about Orr's $416,000 payout • Mike's Minute: Here's how to help the economy through jobs • Mike's Minute: The Salvation Army's claims about kids and food • Mike's Minute: The U.S. supports free speech, until it doesn't • "Swings and roundabouts": Both employers, employees expected to benefit from leave changes • Piney's Power Rankings: Black Ferns miss World Cup, Lawson sees best F1 result and Silver Ferns beat South Africa • Clarke Gayford talks new documentary exploring Jacinda Ardern's life • Alice Soper looks back on Black Ferns' Rugby World Cup loss • Mike's Minute: NZ's Palestine call was logical and sensible • Mike's Minute: Real estate deals shouldn't be race-based • Mike's Minute: The problem with the Govt's passion projects • 'Rotten, corrupt': Tiki Taane takes aim at Spotify as Kiwi artists boycott platform • Mike's Minute: We need more bipartisan politics on key issues • "Focus on the next game": Former Black Ferns captain warns against taking Canada 'lightly' • Finance Minister voices surprise with latest GDP numbers • Mike's Minute: NZ's response on the war changes nothing • Mark the Week: The GDP figure was the icing on the rotten economic cake • Gas could run dry before the end of the decade, Resources Minister warns • Piney's Power Rankings: Pumas bounce back, Broncos dominate NRL finals and Springboks make history in Wellington • All Blacks assistant coach on the team's loss to the Springboks • 'Soak up every moment': Downton Abbey cast members talk about the end of the series • Former Silver Fern expresses disappointment over Dame Noeline Taurua removal • Mark the Week: The by-election was a bust on every level • Police "very relieved" about safe recovery of missing Marokopa children • Children's Minister on the state of Phillips' children • Piney's Power Rankings: 'Phillies Karen' sparks outrage, NRL scheduling raises eyebrows and the All Blacks defend their Eden Park record • Tom Phillips' sister confirms he has been killed in Waikato incident • Downton Abbey cast members talk about the end of the series • Health Minister reveals why he called for Heath NZ, union to go to arbitration • Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Does Amazon want to play us for fools? • Revealed: What was in the secret NZR report Shane Christie wanted released? • Mike's Minute: The Reserve Bank mess is finally at an end • 'National interest': Luxon reveals why it's better for NZ to stay in the Paris Agreement • Mike's Minute: Compulsory KiwiSaver could be our answer to saving • Mike's Minute: Who from the Reserve Bank will be held accountable? • Mike's Minute: Labour is watching the Māori Party closely • Mike's Minute: Noeline Taurua has been badly treated • Mike's Minute: The Govt promised what they can't deliver • Mark the Week: The Chinese parade was spellbinding • "Really fills my cup": Kiwi Chef keeps busy, set to breathe life into Wellington icon • Minister Erica Stanford hopes foreign investment scheme changes will help boost economy • Mike's Minute: All Blacks vs The Māori Party • Mike's Minute: We need more transparency around the Reserve Bank • 'Not Oprah-style': Limited spots expected in Govt's new business visa • "The possibilities are endless": Georgia Lines chases her dreams over to Nashville • Mike's Minute: The issue Hipkins has with the Māori Party • Mike's Minute: Charter schools starting to get their day in the sun • Investigations ongoing after Iranian officials linked to anti-Semitic attacks • Mike's Minute: Public support could be tipping away from teachers • Finance Minister hints supermarket announcement on the cards • Mike's Minute: There's no "silver bullet" to bringing in more banks • "Great opportunity": TVNZ to launch pay TV after securing FIFA World Cup rights • Piney's Power Rankings: Warriors bounce back, Waikato takes back the Ranfurly Shield and disappointment in Buenos Aires • Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister discusses plan to increase tourism numbers • The Huddle: How do we think Zelenskyy's White House meeting will go? • "Doesn't seem to be a coherent strategy": Will Trump's efforts to end the Ukraine war bear fruit? • PPTA head hopeful today's strike will be the end of the action • Mike's Minute: Foreigners buying homes - we got there at last • Mike's Minute: How did RNZ not know about this already? • Mike's Minute: The Paris Accord was well-intentioned, but futile • Mark the Week: Recalling Mallard was the move of the week • Mike's Minute: Auckland is dealing with the trouble of change • Education Minister unpacks report revealing poor literacy stats among schoolkids • Following in idols' footsteps: Ryan Wood talks Supercars success, upcoming races • Ukrainian ambassador to NZ speaks ahead of Zelenskyy's visit to the White House • 'Challenging': All Blacks assistant coach reacts to Kiwi side beating out Argentina • Israeli minister stands by Netanyahu's actions in Gaza, rejects Luxon's claims • Wrapping the Week with "some rando" Sir John Key • "We've answered every question": Hipkins defends decision not to front Covid Inquiry • Mark the Week: Visas are one of the bright spots of the week • Mike's Minute: Luxon finally told it as it is • Piney's Power Rankings: Warriors Women secure another win, Tall Blacks go unbeaten at FIBA Asia Cup and Hayden Wilde makes a comeback • Mike's Minute: The good and the bad of a 4-year term • Mike's Minute: No smoking gun for the supermarkets either! • Mike's Minute: I think the mood has shifted in NZ • NCEA changes: Labour’s Chris Hipkins says opposition can learn from communication errors • Mark the Week: Where is the meeting with Putin? • "A snapshot in time": Guy Sebastian discusses his creative process, latest album • NZNO voices concerns as St John set to axe multiple volunteer programmes by 2026 • Mike's Minute: Shane Jones can help the Govt shift up a gear • "We're okay": Finance Minister advises against overstating impact of Trump's tariffs • Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the NCEA changes • Mike's Minute: The pay equity court case is a "show trial" • Mike's Minute: Why don't parents cop flak for our kid's education? • Mike's Minute: The Treasury report shows why Labour won't win the election • Mike's Minute: We were more right than the Reserve Bank • Mike's Minute: We're still talking about working from home • Police see surge in crime reports thanks to Auror platform • NCEA replacement will still provide choices, Education Minister confirms • Expert weighs in on Trump's tariffs potentially budging • Wrapping the Week: Awkward interviews and entertaining silences • US President Trump slaps 15% tariff on NZ goods • "Missed the trick": Resources Minister pushes for geothermal investment • Inside Netball: ANZ Premiership Champions Donna Wilkins and Erikana Pedersen PLUS, a new TV broadcast deal • Mike's Minute: The problem with local body elections • Mike's Minute: You need an open mind for the pilot military academy programme • Mike's Minute: Ardern, Hipkins, Robertson - They should be ashamed of themselves • Mike's Minute: Two obvious tips for Chris Hipkins • Mike's Minute: Sir Michael Hill will be missed • Mike's Minute: Central Govt's differing approach to local govt • Mark the Week: I'm still a believer in the Warriors • Mike's Minute: We changed the election laws because we're hopeless • Govt set to increase Crown body board members' pay by up to 80% • Sir Michael Hill dies aged 86 • Full Show: Sportstalk with Jason Pine - July 28, 2025 • Finance Minister hints changes to come for supermarket sector • PM Christopher Luxon talks tariffs in-studio with Mike Hosking • Less than half of new nursing grads hired by Health NZ • “Finding the balance”: Ed Sheeran talks fame and staying grounded, 2026 tour • Mike's Minute: Linear TV in NZ is in trouble • Mike's Minute: Here's where the Govt are in trouble • "I am not prepared to dismiss questions": Willis defends butter price meeting • Justice Minister says planned overhaul of electoral laws designed to streamline voting • Mike's Minute: Orr has shown his lack of professionalism • Mark the Week: Trump has had a significantly positive week • The Huddle: Should we scrap NCEA entirely? • Piney's Power Rankings: The All Blacks, the Wellington Phoenix and Coldplay concert CEO canoodling • PM Chris Luxon discusses US tariffs and NCEA changes with Mike Hosking • Mike's Minute: Who I'd have for the Governor of the Reserve Bank • Mike's Minute: It's oil and gas ban repeal week - hooray! • Helena Bonham Carter talks long-running career and new film Four Letters of Love • Mike's Minute: Cycleways – hype over reality • Mike's Minute: The showdown at the big butter meeting • Inside Netball: Maddy Gordon ahead of the Elimination Final • Households seeing double-digit increases for dairy, meat, veges • "Distractions were too great": What are the benefits of scrapping open plan classrooms? • "Time is vital": Has Trump given Putin too much breathing room? • Piney's Power Rankings: The Springboks, the Warriors and Sammie Maxwell • Inside Netball Mystics assistant coach Rob Wright on the aggressive 'niggle' appearing in the game • Public servants' views on workload and job satisfaction unveiled in new survey • Reserve Bank keeps OCR on hold at 3.25% • "Amazing opportunity": Resurrecting Moa would be "incredibly informative" - researcher • Children's Commissioner says broadening citizen's arrest powers 'too risky' • Mike's Minute: Coldplay kiss cam - it's none of our business • 'Invested thousands': Ban will leave people high and dry, Greyhound Racing NZ warns • All Blacks assistant coach evaluates recent performance • Mike's Minute: Why are we looking to discuss employee pay? • All Blacks assistant coach on the side named to face France • Inside Netball: 21 year-old Mystics defender Catherine Hall on her second full-time season • "Not just a sweet": Disbelief at the discontinuation of Jaffas • Relief from retailers as Govt announces new measures to reduce shoplifting • Mike's Minute: How to solve our long-term tax problem • Mike's Minute: Why do we get exercised about helicopters? • Mike's Minute: Why are we only now thinking of new energy ideas? • Mike's Minute: To the media - a bit of balance please • Mike's Minute: Your retirement savings are in your own hands • Mark the Week: School lunches are a good example of a problem solved • Piney's Power Rankings: The Warriors, the Junior Tall Blacks and Finn Butcher • Govt aims to 'send a message' as new sentencing laws take effect • Labour's Willie Jackson pays tribute to Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp • "Just isn't good enough": Govt issues new warning to supermarkets • Mike's Minute: The ACC system still doesn't work • Mike's Minute: We need leadership on the Ngāpuhi settlement • Mike's Minute: It's time - cap the rates and can some councils • Mike's Minute: We can't get out of our own way on Super • Mike's Minute: Why are we concerned about the age of workers? • Mark the Week: Pension was the bum note of the week • "Hamster wheel politics": Ngāpuhi settlement has become 'unaffordable', Shane Jones says • Donald Trump floats bringing in 'regime change' for Iran following US strikes • All Blacks 2025 squad reveal: Expert outlines who could be called up • GDP shows strong growth in the first quarter of 2025 • Mike's Minute: I admire Nico Porteous' call to retire • "We have to be impatient": More elective procedures as Govt aims to meet wait targets • Mike's Minute: Manufacturing is our big economic red flag • Mike's Minute: Our economy is an increasingly large hole • Mike's Minute: The move of the week from the Govt • Mark the Week: The world is a mess, isn't it? • Concerns raised after Donald Trump departs G7 summit early • Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister live to discuss visit to China with Mike Hosking • Health Minister outlines changes designed to refocus the health system • Prisons populations set to increase by 36%, Corrections Minister says they're prepared • Inside Netball: Silver Ferns Coach Dame Noeline Taurua reviews the ANZ Premiership • Mike's Minute: Hospo - a boom or a bust? • Mike's Minute: We are too reliant on pine trees • Mike's Minute: The Council valuations are crap • Mike's Minute: The Census work numbers give me hope • Mike's Minute: Labour has completely turned farmers off • Mark the Week: The Warriors can't stop winning • "Bolstering the numbers": Govt works to make teaching an attractive career • Expert reacts as Mark Robinson steps down from NZR • Explained: How could the Trump-Musk feud impact the midterms? • “Good step in the right direction": Walsh throws season-best, claims Diamond League title • Inside Netball: Casey Kopua on her return to the court in Suncorp Super Netball • Govt agrees to strengthen anti-stalking laws to advocates pleasure • Trump tariffs: Economists voice concerns over long-term financial impacts • Nicola Willis responds to Labour's drop in new poll • Mike's Minute: The Govt can't rule on 'Run it Straight' • Mike's Minute: Some good energy news for winter, for once • Mike’s Minute: Was smokefree a failure or partially successful? • Mike's Minute: I've struggled with the Jacinda Ardern book • Mark the Week: Polls are the joke of the week • PM's "open to going harder" on Kāinga Ora tenants' behaviour • Ryan Bridge: We shouldn't have to work for the government • New research reveals how penguins help drive cloud formation over Antarctica • Minister Chris Bishop on the proposed changes to the RMA • Future OCR cuts uncertain, dependant on global developments • 'Run it Straight' death: Lawyer surprised no follow-up investigations made • Reserve Bank cuts OCR to 3.25%, as BNZ cuts mortgage rates • Mike's Minute: The pressure is on Christian Hawkesby • Mark the Week: Trump looks ropier by the day • Mike's Minute: Has the political divide gotten worse? • Mike's Minute: Here's my advice for Hipkins and Labour • Mike's Minute: Christian Hawkesby's difficult job today • Mike's Minute: Luxon might be fighting the wrong battle with super • Labour's Chris Hipkins hits back after Peters' comments • 'It's been crazy': Georgia Lines talks newest single and upcoming events • "Highly selective": Govt accused of missing facts in greyhound racing ban • Piney's Power Rankings: Auckland FC, Liam Lawson and the Warriors • 'Proud of the achievement': ACT's David Seymour ahead of swap to Deputy Prime Minister role • Budget 2025: Luxon still wants to raise the retirement age, despite opposition • Budget 2025 live updates: What’s in it for you • "No accountability": Oyster farmers hit out at Auckland Council, Watercare for contaminated waters • Inside Netball: Donna Wilkins opens up about coaching pressures • Mike's Minute: Stop mucking around - remove the foreign buyer ban • Mike's Minute: The vote today is for standards and rules • Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins needs help • Mike's Minute: What I hope from the Budget • Mark the Week: The Greens shouldn't be let near a calculator • 'Neglected the basics': $600 million allocated to renewing the rail network • Power Rankings: Black Ferns, Scottie Scheffler's golf prowess and the Warriors' winning streak • Kiwi country star Kaylee Bell talks latest industry successes • 'Degrading': Winston Peters says Parliament's standards have been 'debased' • Labour's Chris Hipkins unveils party plan for pay equity changes • Inside Netball: Temepara Bailey on her Silver Ferns coaching ambition • Auckland FC owner 'thrilled' after team's maiden season success • Mike's Minute: My take on the c-word debate • Mike's Minute: The pay equity changes are in muddied water • Mike's Minute: Why are we only just now getting the Waitangi Tribunal review? • Mike's Minute: The social media ban will not happen • Mike's Minute: I miss the good old days • Mark the Week: Brooke van Velden took her moment and ran with it • The Resident Builder Podcast: 11 May 2025 • 'Means a lot': Ryan Fox guaranteed job security after PGA Tour win • Kiwi actress Robyn Malcolm celebrates Bafta nomination for After the Party • "Once in a generation player": Adine Wilson breaks down Nweke eligibility saga • New Pope named as Cardinal Robert Prevost, takes name Leo XIV • Inside Netball: Who will win the 2025 ANZ Premiership? • "Other things that I'm keen to do": Outgoing Air NZ CEO discusses resignation • Mike's Minute: The great man that was Sir Bob Jones • Mike's Minute: Why our top achievers are leaving • Mike's Minute: Reform for the Pay Equity Act is good • Mike's Minute: Does public TV and radio need all our money? • Mike's Minute: Despite record revenue, NZR is still losing money • Mark the Week: Erica Stanford's email was time-wasting nonsense • Unemployment remains unchanged at 5.1% • Is it possible to ban under 16s from social media? • Brooke van Velden addresses backlash to pay equity legislation overhaul • Piney's Power Rankings: NBA, Indian Panthers and Luke Metcalf • PM on $12 billion defence commitment: 'We need those helicopters' • Anthony Albanese beats out Dutton, gets re-elected for second term • 'Just the bomb': Nici Wickes' Drunken Bananas • "A thoroughly decent individual": Barry Soper pays tribute to Sir Bob Jones • Mike's Minute: ACC and their race-based policy • Mike's Minute: Is being Trump-like still good for politics? • Mark the Week: The All Blacks deal is a nice fit • Mike’s Minute: Financial literacy in schools? About time • Mike's Minute: Three good ideas from the Govt this week • "Credible": Health Minister backs pay offer to senior doctors following strike • Budgeting, taxes and money management set to be focus of latest curriculum update • Govt to reinstate ban on prisoner voting, Justice Minister says it sends a 'clear signal' • "Mainly proud": Tory Whanau reflects on term after dropping mayoral bid • "Simply not acceptable": Wellington's rising rates a focus for Little in mayoral campaign • NZ First 'won't tolerate' co-governance plan for Waitakere Ranges • Cardinal John Dew speaks following Pope Francis' funeral • "A big coup": OpenAI's open to buying Google Chrome • Nicola Willis plans to adjust FamilyBoost after IRD gets eligibility numbers wrong • Reb Fountain talks new album and latest tour • "Overly complicated": Seymour accuses unions of 'fearmongering' over early childhood education review • "Very challenging route": Potential for a budget blowout in new Northland Expressway project • Mike's Minute: The unanswered questions around the Reserve Bank's funding • Mike’s Minute: Tory gave herself a 9/10, are you kidding me? • Mike's Minute: I wish I had the Minister's positivity around teaching • Mike's Minute: Fascinating polling results out of Australia and Canada • Mark the Week: The drop in teacher numbers is hardly a surprise • The legacy of Pope Francis: Former representative to the Holy See speaks on Pope's death • Can't hear conversations in noisy places? Science has the solution • Greens stress importance of combating climate change amid declining support • Inflation rises to 2.5%, Stats NZ data reveals • New plan aims to fix "decades of underinvestment" in health infrastructure • Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's time for a hard crackdown on bad dog owners • Mike's Minute: Waikato-Tainui is a wonderful success story • Mike’s Minute: A good example of why people don’t trust the media • Mike's Minute: Are all our polls doing more harm than good? • Mike's Minute: We need to amalgamate councils • Mark the Week: Golden Visas are part of a solid run from the Government • Govt makes 'encouraging' progress in restoring law and order • Police Minister thanks police and Corrections staff amid drop in violent crime • Tariffs wreak havoc on investment funds - do you have the right type of account? • "Classy": Air NZ's new uniforms bring elegance to the skies • Achievement the "paramount goal" in new educational bill • ACT's David Seymour open to Treaty referendum after bill struck down • Less bucks for the basket: Pak'nSave leads internationally with 'competitive' prices, study finds • Mike's Minute: Is America now a global laughing stock? • Mike's Minute: The Treaty Principles Bill is a half-baked, deeply divided mess • Mike's Minute: Snobs are complaining about Defence Force criteria • Mike's Minute: Should the Government force you to buy wool? • Mike's Minute: How arrogant of the Waitangi Tribunal to ask for more money • Mark the Week: Trump is a complete and utter chaotic clown • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: Trump is a complete and utter chaotic clown • 'Uncertain implications': Nicola Willis issues warning about the impact of Trump tariffs • Police agree to slow down plan to pull away from mental health callouts • 'Born to play this character': Rebecca Gibney talks about latest TV project • Labour MP David Parker to resign from politics • "You can't have prosperity without security": Govt pours $12b into defence • Japanese Grand Prix: Lawson outqualifies Tsunoda, gets upgraded to 13th place • Christopher Luxon: No regrets on Treaty Principles Bill • Alisa Xayalith unveils latest music era through new album 'Slow Crush' • "It needed to be asked": Phil Goff stands by comments about Trump • "Absolutely no idea": Joseph Parker uncertain of his next opponent • Mike's Minute: Labour are the ones with a Greens issue • Mike's Minute: The supermarket announcement was a dud • Mike's Minute: You can't beat Wellington on a good day - and when was that? • Mike's Minute: We are housing snobs • Mike's Minute: I have loved my years in the media game • Mark the Week: Three in a row is three in a row • Trade Minister working through 'confusion' following new Trump tariffs • "Common sense": Govt's set to refine workplace health and safety regulations • The government says all options are on the table as Nicola Willis issues a six-week consultation to ensure 'all options are exhausted.' • Minister Winston Peters unveils details of new Cook Strait ferry replacement plan • Amanda Knox talks new book Free: My Search for Meaning • "Very cathartic": Bob Geldof talks performing, 'theatrical' NZ tour • "This is not a duty of care": Liam Lawson officially demoted by Red Bull • "Democracy in action": New sentencing laws reflect raised concerns • St Kevins College principal explains why she recommends parents watch Adolescence • Mike's Minute: Nimbyism will kill us • Mike's Minute: The interest on our national debt will hit $11B • Mike's Minute: Get some expertise around the council tables • Mike's Minute: The harsh reality of elite sport • Mike's Minute: The older worker has never been more valuable • Mark the Week: Signalgate's a good sign of how mad and dopey that lot are • Meth usage near doubles, spike linked to shift to online market • Expert examines the legacy of George Foreman • Vaping found to be a 'gateway' for smoking, research shows • Ben Elton talks return to stand-up ahead of 'Authentic Stupidity' tour • Prime Minister calls for a culture change around RMA, faster construction • "Shockingly quick": Ben Ruthe on his son's history-making 4-minute mile • Wellington café hopeful subscription service will help in tough economic climate • "We are turning the corner": Finance Minister's positive after GDP rise • Mike's Minute: Labour need to follow the Keir Starmer blueprint • Mike's Minute: Health services should never be affected by race • Mike's Minute: Is the rental market in trouble or not? • Mike's Minute: The GDP number is the biggest win for the Government • Mark the Week: Whangarei's fluoride meeting was both gold and farcical • Out of recession: New Zealand’s GDP rises 0.7% • "Increasingly grim": Over 400 killed as Israel shatters fragile truce • Expert warns Putin will resort to KGB manipulation tactics in Trump meeting • Budget 2025: Nicola Willis drops first preview ahead of May release • Rugby Direct - Exclusive interview with Scott Robertson and Mark Robinson • PM expects 'good progress' on India FTA over course of the year • Wellington Airbnb hosts voice disapproval with proposed accommodation rate hike • Aussie acting legend explores horrors of aging in new film • "Putting my family first": Jon Toogood as Shihad's run comes to an end • 'Trump-cession': How vulnerable is the economy this year? • "A reflection of reality": Sky Sport to increase price by nearly 12% • Mike's Minute: The "Trumpian" influence is global • Mike's Minute: Is the public service sabotaging the govt? • Mike's Minute: What we've learnt from the Treaty Bill submissions • Mike's Minute: We are open to the world – it's about time • Mike's Minute: The Investment Summit looks like a winner • Mark the Week: Not a bad week for New Zealand • ACT's David Seymour defends school lunch programme • "We inherited a hell of a mess": Luxon defends Govt in wake of slipping polls • "Absolutely gutting": Father on the report revealing his son's drowning was preventable • Peter Gordon talks NZ's first Meatball Festival, state of the hospo sector • Jack Mesley: 'Several oversights and breakdowns' in leadup to Fijian Drua scandal • "Not just about the short term": Govt aims to turbocharge infrastructure, attract competition • Ex-Cyclone Alfred leaves damage following recent downgrade • Aviation industry expert unveils what Foran's departure means for Air NZ • Air NZ chief executive Greg Foran stepping down • Pollies: Report into prison culture revealed nothing new, Corrections Minister says • Adrian Orr resigns as Reserve Bank Governor - how does his performance rank? • Trade Minister warns of trade disruptions from Trump tariffs • Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr has resigned • Mark the Week: What a waste the Warriors were • Mike's Minute: The Government's finally doing what they were voted to do • Mike's Minute: Adrian Orr leaving is excellent • Mike's Minute: Work and Safety have something to answer for • Mike's Minute: Stop dumbing down our education system • Mike's Minute: Donald Trump has common sense on his side • 'Appalling': Winston Peters rebukes claims around cost of broken ferry deal • "We certainly smelled a rat": Upper Hutt Mayor says signs of overcharging were evident • Govt unveils plans for healthcare sector, 100 new doctors to be trained up • Law Society welcomes potential changes to legal aid system • Govt's leaving 'no stone unturned' when tackling energy crisis • Justice Minister hopeful proposed changes will cut down retail crime • "Knuckled straight down": Warriors prepare for Sin City clash against the Raiders • "He got this wrong": PM unpacks Andrew Bayly's resignation • Police Minister credits officers for violent crime reduction • Overseas primary teachers get the 'green light' with new residency rules • Mike's Minute: Winston Peters is wrong about the Pacific • Mike's Minute: Are incidents more serious if you're high profile? • Mike's Minute: Power issues - Here we go again • Mike’s Minute: We wanted citizen arrest powers. Stop moaning • Mike's Minute: A reality check for the zealots • Mark the Week: Marsden and the rebuild is what's wrong with coalitions • Police Commissioner responds to gang patch ban feedback • New Restaurant Association survey reveals Kiwi diners 'mixed' when it comes to QR codes • "Watch the budget": PM hints at changes to charities, taxes • Sports Fix: Thursday 20th February 2025 • Defence Minister monitoring Chinese navy vessels in the Tasman sea • Will the Police be able to reach their recruitment target? • Mayor Wayne Brown makes promises to Aucklanders following re-election announcement • Mike's Minute: Europe are wetting their pants over Trump and the US • Mike’s Minute: The Daman Kumar deportation case is fascinating • Mike's Minute: The public service - A gargantuan ship of hopelessness • Mike's Minute: KiwiSaver reality vs ideology • Mike's Minute: Should we be buying the closed mills? • Mark the Week: A good start for Super Rugby • Manurewa Marae inquiry: Public Service Commissioner reveals standards will change after report release • "We need much more simplicity": PM's open to axing Govt agencies • Kiwi actress Morgana O'Reilly talks new White Lotus role • First test train travels through Auckland's City Rail Link • Nicola Willis is open to "all options" for tackling supermarket duopoly • Fisheries Act is 'no longer fit for purpose', fishing sector agrees • Wānaka McDonald’s has consent application declined • 'Pragmatic': Kainga Ora makes moves to crackdown on unpaid rent • Mike's Minute: The golden visa was well received, as it should be • Mike's Minute: We are losing to the Australian economy • Mike's Minute: Pain for New Zealand Rugby • Mike's Minute: A Land Rover drive isn't a crisis • Mike's Minute: Is the "need" for charities dropping? • Mark the Week: Fluoride is the stupidest debate of the week • NZ First courts support for bill against "woke" bank service withdrawals • Scientists reveal cooking technique for 'perfect' boiled egg • "Blindsided": Cook Island-China deal came out of left field, Winston Peters says • "Really tricky": How will the Kāinga Ora shake up work? • Pulling out of the Paris Agreement would be a "big mistake", former minister says • Palmerston North City Councillor open to proposed fizzy drink ban at sports grounds • Mark the Week: The dairy industry is going stratospheric • Mike's Minute: Our race relations prevent progress • Mike's Minute: Is it time we pull out of Paris? • Mike's Minute: You won't believe it - the union is right • Dame Sophie Pascoe opens up about retirement • Doomsday Clock moves closer to midnight amid escalating global tensions • Is it worth considering selling state-owned assets? • "Radio silence": Govt in stand-off with Kiribati, suspends financial aid • Mike's Minute: Is hospitality about how hard you're prepared to work? • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: We are in deep, deep trouble with the economy • Mike's Minute: The banks aren't reading the mood • Mike's Minute: The Govt need to move on foreign buyers this year • Mike's Minute: Trump is fantastic. Nuts, but fantastically nuts • Rising rents keep inflation stuck at 2.2% • Nicola Willis outlines priorities for new Economic Growth portfolio • "We have our own path": Rocket Lab finds its strength in innovative thinking • Luke Combs at Eden Park: Train closures and everything you need to know • Former MP Golriz Ghahraman under investigation after Pak’nSave shoplifting complaint • "That's the challenge of humanity": Ziggy Alberts calls for change in new song • ZB Best of 2024: Boris Johnson on Kerre Woodham Mornings • ZB Best of 2024: Hamish Kerr recaps jump-off for Olympic gold • ZB Best of 2024: Dame Sophie Pascoe on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame • ZB Best of 2024: What happened to Tim Wilson? • Kiwi space company Rocket Lab finds its strength in innovative thinking • ZB Best of 2024: Nadia Lim and Carlos Bagrie on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • ZB Best of 2024: Dame Lisa Carrington on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • Police investigating new shoplifting complaint against former MP Golriz Ghahraman • ZB Best of 2024: Nick Mills - Wellington is in a downward spiral and we're in trouble • ZB Best of 2024: Rick Astley on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • ZB Best of 2024: D'Arcy Waldegrave - Grace Nweke's move is a punch in the face to Netball NZ • ZB Best of 2024: Tim Wilson's expert piano performance • ZB Best of 2024: Heather du Plessis-Allan - Let's put Donald Trump's win into perspective • ZB Best of 2024: Ryan Bridge - Why are we paying $80 a year for a bin no one uses? • ZB Best of 2024: Dame Kiri Te Kanawa on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame • ZB Best of 2024: Luke Combs on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • ZB Best of 2024: Elijah Wood on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • ZB Best of 2024: Warriors CEO Cameron George on Weekend Sport with Jason Pine • ZB Best of 2024: World Rugby CEO speaks out about online abuse impacting match officials • ZB Best of 2024: David Walliams' surprise visit with Mike Hosking • ZB Best of 2024: Barry Soper - Northland pylon collapse was completely preventable • ZB Best of 2024: Lydia Ko on the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin • ZB Best of 2024: Christopher Luxon loses a bet on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • Best of 2024: Transport planner details the feasibility of new Cook Strait links • ZB Best of 2024: Nici Wickes' Sticky Coconut Feijoa Cake • ZB Best of 2024: Ryan Bridge - Thank you to David Seymour and Big Pharma • ZB Best of 2024: Jack Tame - Wholesome Tui billboard? Yeah right • ZB Best of 2024: Jerry Seinfeld on the Mike Hosking Breakfast • ZB Best of 2024: Greens caught asking to use private carparks after their cycleway impacted parking • ZB Best of 2024: John MacDonald - This is the most pointless piece of road safety advice • ZB Best of 2024: Tom Sainsbury on Saturday Morning with Jack Tame • Coromandel shooting: Murder-accused Stuart Edmondson’s pigs to be moved to Wellington sanctuary • Wrapping the Week with Tim Wilson and Trish Sherson: Who's your politician of the year? • Minimum wage rate to go up by 1.5% next year • HYEFU 2024: Bigger deficits expected in updated forecast • Govt signed off on rail-compatible ferries, PM confirms • No surplus in sight: Creative accounting used to mask deterioration in Govt books • 7.4 earthquake strikes near Vanuatu, tsunami waves seen, buildings damaged • David Seymour 'stoked' with new ECE regulation report • Insurance Ombudsman debunks myth around driving with jandals • Massive fall: NZ in deep recession • National-Greens coalition off the cards under current leadership, PM says • Seymour defends himself from Peters scorn • 'Bleak outlook for Christmas': Salvation Army seeks donations for Kiwis in need • Govt to procure two new ferries, won't reveal cost of project • Govt's emission reduction plan pulls goal forward half a decade • 'Ridiculous': Prime Minister unimpressed with arguments against bootcamps • Greyhound racing to be banned in NZ over animal welfare concerns • Finance Minister determined to give New Zealanders more competitive banking services • Kiwi indie-pop star Rita Mae talks new EP Kiss The Sky • "Quite the accusation": Christopher Luxon wraps the year, defends Spotify Wrapped • Australian-NZ ministers set to meet to discuss foreign policy, defence • Labour's Ayesha Verrall defends accusations against Commissioner Lester Levy • Health Commissioner aims for zero deficit as Health NZ cuts costs • Mike's Minute: Who is breaking up the industry stopping us from doing business? • Mike's Minute: Councils should stop playing games with fluoride • Mike's Minute: We told you, it would work fine • Mike's Minute: Our farming land is our calling card • Mike's Minute: Insights from putting five kids through school • Mark the Week: Joe Biden is a liar and inexcusable • "It was the right thing for the UK": Boris Johnson 'unapologetic' about Brexit • The Block Australia celebrates 20-season milestone • Former Covid-19 Response Minister responds to inquiry findings • Major report questions whether harm from Covid-19 vaccine mandates outweighed benefits • Elevated levels of arsenic detected in Auckland and Waikato water supplies • OCR decision: Reserve Bank swings the axe • Mark the Week: A ceasefire is a reason for hope • Mike's Minute: The real reason for the Covid report • Mike's Minute: Is the CEO to blame for work and safety? • Mike's Minute: TJ Perenara haka is a sign of the times • Hipkins says NZ is an "international outlier" regarding a capital gains tax • 'A beautiful soul': Former National Party MP Nikki Kaye dies at 44 • All Blacks v Italy: Former All Black unpacks 'messy' performance • Seymour raises concerns over new Waikato medical school • Tinetti calls for consequences following Stanford insult • Police Commissioner Richard Chambers outlines plans for NZ's front line • Mike's Minute: We need to wake up more on immigration • Mike's Minute: What will the protest actually achieve? • Mike's Minute: What are the ComCom doing at the moment? • Mike's Minute: The ComCom Transpower decision is madness • Mike's Minute: Who's worse – Elon Musk or Disney? • Mark the Week: The gang laws represent a turning of the tide • "Political vagrants": Shane Jones says Parliamentary standards are being "trashed" • Coldplay in NZ: Matt Heath recalls meeting with Chris Martin and band • All Blacks v France: Assistant coach on the team's narrow loss in Paris • Former Speaker 'saddened' by the slipping standards of Parliament • Neil Wagner talks sporting accomplishments in new book All Out • Shihad frontman addresses band's breakup announcement • Police spent last 6 months 'intensely preparing' for gang patch ban • Heart of the City defends million-dollar Christmas tree spend • Mark the Week: The Robertson era looks to be a very good thing • Mike's Minute: My thoughts on the chaos in the House • Mike's Minute: Is this MMP working properly? • Mike's Minute: What are we going to do about EVs? • Mike's Minute: We should teach that exams aren't everything • US Election 2024: What happens to Donald Trump's criminal cases? • US Election results likely to raise questions around the Democrat's strategy • Watch: Kamala Harris to speak for the first time after conceding to Donald Trump • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: Auckland FC's a sensational story • New jobs data in: Unemployment rises to 4.8% • Kiwi students struggling to find summer jobs amid increased competition • Mike's Minute: The celeb trend for the election is a bust • Mike's Minute: Trump is full of bullsh*t - but I think he'll win • Mike's Minute: Mike's wrap of Trump's win • Mike's Minute: The unemployment rate suggests hope • Mark the Week: Auckland FC's a sensational story • Mike's Minute: Bring back the worth of a uni degree • "He was robust": Boris Johnson says Trump was 'pretty darn good' to work with • US Election 2024: Live coverage on Newstalk ZB • Polkinghorne sentenced to 150 hours of community work for meth use • Interislander committed to moving forward following Aratere ferry report • Politics Thursday: Banning swastikas, building consents, and Ginny Andersen's social media gaffe • Auckland's speedway receives a bittersweet lifeline • Mark the Week: What could possibly go wrong? • Mike's Minute: How does Labour deal with the Māori party? • Mike's Minute: Our Covid review will mirror Australia's • Mike's Minute: Should newspapers be endorsing candidates? • Mike's Minute: When did public service become about freebies? • Development, democracy should be the focus of Commonwealth summit, PM says • Philip Polkinghorne sentencing: Remuera eye surgeon, acquitted of murder, to be sentenced on meth charges • Stephen Fry on the 'lustre' of show biz, 'Odyssey', and his NZ live show • Sports Fix: Wednesday 23rd October 2024 • 'Massive opportunities' for businesses in new school lunch programme • Government steps in at 'shambles' Wellington Council • Government open to NZ hosting America's Cup - but warns finances are tight • Darleen Tana booted from Parliament, no longer an MP • Mark the Week: Inexplicable behaviour from Andrew Bayly • Mike's Minute: Are the banks the bad guys? • Mike's Minute: Should NZ no longer be nuclear free? • Mike's Minute: Stop Whingeing, Seymour has cracked it • Mike's Minute: We seem to be getting sicker and sicker • Mike's Minute: A win for common sense • "Cannot happen again": PM says Andrew Bayly got it 'very, very wrong' in offensive exchange • Jacinda Ardern Damehood: Labour's Hipkins says the nation should utilise Ardern's 'star power' • One Direction singer Liam Payne found dead in Buenos Aires, local media reports • Consumers Price Index: Inflation falls to 2.2% • Wellington City Councillor pushes back against potential Government intervention • Mark the Week: Liam Lawson was up there in terms of debut expectations • Mike's Minute: Chris Hipkins the opportunist • Mike's Minute: What will the Greens do on Darleen Day? • Mike's Minute: The prosecution guidelines highlight this country's issues • Mike's Minute: We need more detail on this Future Fund • "It's a different world": Will Buxton offers a 'gentle' introduction to F1 in new book • 'Shambles': Finance Minister Willis hits out at Wellington Council • Bree Tomasel unpacks media career and personal struggles in new memoir • Wellington mayor Tory Whanau discusses airport sale failure on Newstalk ZB's Wellington Mornings • NZ First leader Winston Peters calls $20m foreign investment ‘lousy’ • Health Commissioner hits back against claims of a 'manufactured crisis' • "Good Ministers": Prime Minister defends Nicole McKee and Casey Costello • Surge in police recruits won't compromise quality of training, Associate Police Minister promises • Mark the Week: What is it with this country and ships? • Mike's Minute: Work more, not less • Mike's Minute: NZ universities - Take stock of the rankings and be better • Mike's Minute: There's dumb games being played in health • Mike's Minute: We will never not be jealous of people with money • Mike's Minute: More of us are a part of the housing dream • Alone Australia winner Gina Chick talks surviving loss and grief • Dunedin Hospital cuts: Mayor issues warning following proposed downgrades • Formula One: Kiwi Liam Lawson talks landing his Racing Bulls seat in World Exclusive interview • "No fricking way": David Walliams' surprise visit with Mike Hosking • "It's a monumental effort": Govt reshuffles funding to support the teaching of core subjects • Minister Willis aims to measure productivity data in bid to bring public servants back to offices • Not guilty: Sobs heard as Polkinghorne verdict delivered • Mike's Minute: Parliament - Should we have a longer term? • Mike's Minute: We are better off coming back to the office • Mike's Minute: How much Tory is too much Tory? • Mike's Minute: Transpower isn't the only one at fault • Mike's Minute: The public transport conundrum • Mark the Week: What Fonterra is doing is not to be underestimated • "Stop the dumb stuff": PM talks Wellington's economy, City Council • NZ economy narrowly escapes recession, GDP falls 0.2% • Instagram introduces parental controls, additional privacy for teen users • 'I love you man': Tearful Matt Heath leaving Radio Hauraki and Jeremy Wells for big Newstalk ZB role • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: It's a bad week of data for the economy • Mike's Minute: We should get access to jury members • Mike's Minute: Confidence in our economy is growing • Mike's Minute: The beginning of the end for Hipkins • Mike's Minute: We need minerals and can't ignore it • Mike's Minute: Why did we need a directive on race? • Govt's sentencing reforms are just "a quick coat of paint", Labour MP says • Stacey Jones talks Kiwis coaching, Warriors' performance, takes talkback • Education Minister 'surprised' by backlash to rule changes for relievers • "Definitely a hard grind": Hamish Kerr talks high jumping success, goals for the future • Watch: Trump and Harris face off in pivotal Presidential Debate • Winstone Pulp International forced to shut down North Island mills • Mark the Week: Donald Trump is his own worst enemy • Mike's Minute: The ideology for our cities will never be reality • Mike's Minute: The super debate is fraught • Mike's Minute: IRD needs to be addressed • Mike's Minute: Does Luxon regret this part of the coalition agreement? • Mike's Minute: Our wrecked economy is making international headlines • Malaysia, South Korea open to investing in NZ, Prime Minister reveals • Looking beyond the finish line: Dame Lisa Carrington discusses her success, writing endeavours • "An insane blessing": Luke Combs on his country music stardom, chances of a NZ tour • "It's about the delivery": Govt focuses on removing transport infrastructure "roadblocks" • Poor form? South African haka response faces scrutiny • "We've got a lot to make up": Education Minister on the "disappointing" NCEA results • "It took me a while to find my path": Ellesse Andrews on her Olympic success, cycling in New Zealand • Mark the Week: Health's problem is not cooked bread • Mike's Minute: Māori ward seats voting wraps up • Mike's Minute: Can we achieve bipartisan results in this day and age? • Mike's Minute: The tourist levy doesn't improve our plight • Mike's Minute: Banks - The perceived problem vs what's actually happening • Kerre Woodham: How have people become so desensitised? • Govt aims to give confidence to investors in oil and gas exploration • "We're gonna have to be on our guard": New Kiwis coach ahead of the Pacific Nations Cup • Mark the Week: Ginny Andersen's police numbers were the bust of the week • Mike's Minute: We must question insurance companies • Mike's Minute: Surely the clock is ticking for Chris Hipkins • Mike's Minute: The Goldsmith scandal is no scandal • Mike's Minute: Uber decision could have a chilling effect • How long will Kamala-Mania last? • "Drivers are not prepared": Calls for a stricter approach to learner licensing • Boyzlife set to tour New Zealand as boybands make a comeback • 1News Verian poll: Finance Minister celebrates newest poll result • Darleen Tana stands by decision to stay in Parliament • "I needed a change": Grace Nweke on her shift to NSW for the 2025 season • "Everyone's competitive": All Blacks talk squad selections, responding to loses • Mike's Minute: The Waitangi Tribunal are overstepping • Mike's Minute: The Government have read things right • Mike's Minute: There won't be any action on the banking report • Mike's Minute: We need the full story on the power crisis • Mike's Minute: The vibe of the economy is turning • Mark the Week: The power crisis is a shambles • Suggestion of frontline staff cuts either "resistance, reluctance, or sabotage" - Health NZ Commissioner • OCR call: Reserve Bank drops OCR to 5.25 percent • OCR: Expert outlines predictions ahead of Reserve Bank update • Mark the Week: The All Blacks will win well, because that’s what they do • Mike's Minute: You can't trust Adrian Orr • Mike's Minute: New Zealanders leaving could be Labour's worst legacy • Mike's Minute: The Government needs to sort our power crisis • Mike's Minute: This was the best Olympics ever • Olympics 2024: Cyclists aim to round off record Games with more gold • Paris Olympics: Hamish Kerr recaps jump-off for Olympic gold • Paris Olympics: Lydia Ko 'emotional' as she wins gold medal • Olympics 2024: A historic night for New Zealand • Tom Sainsbury talks comedy, dramatic aspirations, obsession with the "New Zealand character" • Mark the Week: Smith & Caughey's is a bright spot in a tough old economic week • Mike’s Minute: More eyes on the RB isn’t a bad thing • Mike's Minute: The ferries could cost this govt politically • Luxon says schools can defer arts, music as teaching comes under microscope • Olympics 2024: Gold for Butcher, silver for women's sprint team • Olympics Day 11: Carrington begins Paris campaign • Where NZ's medals could be won on day 12 • Olympics 2024: Women’s cyclists claim silver, pole vaulters go for gold • Paris Olympics: Emma Twigg talks taking silver in the women's single sculls • Olympics 2024: Emma Twigg secures SILVER in single sculls, live updates continue • Olympics 2024: Schmidt misses out on medals after 'McKiwis' win silver • Mike’s Minute: The Waitangi Tribunal strikes again • Mike’s Minute: We take the tax cuts as a rare win • Mike's Minute: One of the worst cases of red tape idiocy • Mike's Minute: Health is adjusting back to being fair • Mark the Week: The Warriors selling out tells you about support, fandom and love • "Everything came together": Black Ferns Sevens take the Olympic Gold • Proposed firearm prohibition laws are "certainly better" than before, police say • Paywave fee regulation to benefit consumers and retailers - CommComm • Kamala Harris "the right person" to carry Presidential torch - Former US Ambassador • Dame Valerie Adams talks Olympic pressures and the 2024 games • Biden drops re-election bid, Kamala Harris vows to defeat 'extreme' Trump • Live Commentary: Paris Olympics Day 1 • Mark the Week: Kamala Harris is the winner for the week • Mike's Minute: Military academies - let them give it a crack • Mike's Minute: After the Abuse in Care report, the next stage has to go well • Mike's Minute: Darleen Tana - time for more professionalism • Mike's Minute: Is America ready for a female president? • Mike's Minute: Yet again, we don't care about local body politics • SkyCity COO apologises as casino closes for five days • Cost-of-living crisis over? Inflation stable in June quarter, annual rate down to 3.3% • Air NZ CEO Greg Foran takes talkback with Kerre Woodham • Attracting a young audience a major challenge for rugby, RFU's Bill Sweeney says • Mark the Week: The shooting changed the race • Mike's Minute: We can't take our eyes off America • Mike's Minute: The more Darleen mucks around, the worse it is for the Greens • Mike's Minute: Disappointing from Government on retail crime • Mike's Minute: How long will Darleen vs the Greens go on for? • Mike's Minute: The Trump shooting was an unbelievable moment in history • Govt sets up new Ministerial Advisory Group to tackle retail crime • Leaked Darleen Tana report reveals details of investigation • Greens call on Darleen Tana to resign from parliament after investigation • Christopher Luxon says a lack of evolution is to blame for housing crisis, takes talkback • Primary schools are "crying out" for resources, not testing - principal • "The pre-work's not getting done": Early intervention key to reducing youth crime • Mark the Week: We love travel, even in a cost-of-living crisis • Mike's Minute: The end of an era for TV3 news • Mike's Minute: This is what leadership should be about • Mike's Minute: The media bill wont work • Mike's Minute: Is this as good as it gets for America? • More Kiwis falling victim to scams over the past year - report • Golriz Ghahraman convicted for shoplifting spree, fined $1860 • Govt's sentencing reforms mark a shift towards being more prescriptive - barrister • Northland power outage: Energy Minister demands Transpower be held to account • NZ Rugby posts multi-million dollar loss for 2023 • Sports Fix: Monday 24 June 2024 • Mark the Week: It's been a good week for Jetstar • Mike’s Minute: A different perspective on job losses • Mike's Minute: Ferries, plane and towers - We should learn from this • Mike’s Minute: It’s not crack, but a mature coalition instead • Mike's Minute: Our infrastructure is an embarrassment to the country • 'It's worth it': Below Deck's Captain Sandy Yawn talks sailing, work and travel on NZ tour • Rugby Panel: Who's going to make the next All Blacks squad? • Interislander refloat now likely tonight, passengers onboard for 13 hours • Blues head coach 'wary' ahead of Super Rugby final clash against Chiefs • "I've always shown interest": Joseph Parker branches into the world of promoting • Boxing: Kiwi heavyweight Joseph Parker branches into the world of promoting • Prioritising stock prices is behind Boeing's woes - aviation researcher • Mark the Week: 'C-listers' was the burn of the week • Mike's Minute: The economy is a mess, but will come right • Mike's Minute: What are we going to do about China? • Mike's Minute: NZ needs offshore buying • Mike's Minute: My thoughts on Luxon and the C-listers • Mike's Minute: Simon Upton has a message you need to hear • South Auckland Councillor voices concern amid uptick in shootings • Nicola Willis blames slower GDP growth predictions on 'mismanagement" from previous Govt • Hurricanes are ready for the Chiefs to "be at their best" • Speed limits: Transport Minister uses 'common sense' approach to implement changes • "Quite a natural step": Andy Summers brings 'The Cracked Lens + A Missing String' to NZ • Exodus of skilled Kiwi workers leaving the country, latest data shows • South Korea deployment is a "good opportunity" for NZDF personnel - Judith Collins • Minister Todd McClay stresses importance of economic ties ahead of Chinese Premier visit • Kiwi musician Georgia Lines on her new album ‘The Rose of Jericho’ • Mark the Week: Some good old fashioned common sense • Mike's Minute: Hopefully we don't follow Australia re immigration • Mike's Minute: Is there enough competition between banks? • Mike's Minute: Another win for farmers and sensible moves • Mike's Minute: Are these tribunal hearings value for money? • Mike's Minute: A prediction to start the week • Govt invests $30m to improve access to X-rays, CT scans and ultrasounds • Finance Minister Willis denies any change, promises cancer drugs will be funded • Parenting expert warns kids will find a way to use social media - even with new age limits • Australian cricket player talks retaining the Ashes • Mark the Week: The Crusaders had a year to forget • Mike's Minute: Newstalk ZB is a success story • Mike's Minute: Keep local politics simple and democratic • Mike's Minute: Time is up on excuses for thuggery downtown • Mike's Minute: Should we give up access to Australia to solve the 501 problem? • Jack Tame: America’s great divide grows a little bit deeper • Dai Henwood discusses comedy, cancer journey, and new memoir 'The Life of Dai' • Watch: 'It's a disgrace' - Trump reacts after guilty verdicts in hush money trial • 'This is a responsible budget': Finance Minister Willis explains restrained approach behind tax package • $14b in tax cuts revealed worth $4-$40 a fortnight to tackle 'prolonged cost of living crisis'; young families the big winners • Budget 2024: Tax cuts to come from July 31 • Mark the Week: The Budget painted a picture of some actual hope • Mike's Minute: Is this the time of year to be miserable? • Mike's Minute: The Budget is a scapegoat for the protest • Mike's Minute: Time to restore standards in this country • Mike's Minute: Welcome to the week of the tax cut • Sports Fix: 29 May 2024 • "Single most stupid move": Property commentator hits out at RB's new mortgage rules • Broadcasting Minister hopeful as Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill rejected by select committee • Hauraki host explores self-help and self-improvement in new book • Finance Minister outlines priorities ahead of Budget 2024 • Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive | iHeart • Saturday Morning with Jack Tame Full Show Podcast: 25 May 2024 • Willis' in a "tight spot" as the Budget's unlikely to inspire complete satisfaction • Quarter of primary teachers failed to meet NCEA level 1 standards, according to study • Mark the Week: I reckon Adrian Orr is stuck • Mike's Minute: Is AI really the future? • Mike's Minute: Why do we keep defending what doesn't work? • Mike's Minute: Yet more questions about solving crime • Boy Swallows Universe author revisits classic themes in new novel • Mike's Minute: Why the hate for charter schools? • Mike's Minute: The Warriors are back! This is our year! • Kerre Woodham: I'd love to be shocked by the Kainga Ora figures • Wellington Phoenix have 'every chance' to win tonight's A-League semifinal • Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's D-day for the Te Huia train service • Govt aims to close gap with Australia as they poach police • Heather du Plessis-Allan: The NSW Government is coming for our Kiwi cops • King Charles portrait: Webb's Head of Art critiques infamous painting. • Mark the Week: Good on Luxon for defending tax cuts • Mike's Minute: The Greens are a basket case • Mike's Minute: Was the union win over TVNZ really a win? • Mike's Minute: We could solve our winter problem, but we don't • Luxon promises to help 'squeezed middle' in pre-Budget speech • National Gang Unit set up to crackdown on violence, drug crime • "He set me up badly": Luxon loses bet, dons Highlanders jersey • AT chief executive defends changes to parking in Auckland CBD • Budget 2024: Nicola Willis says Kiwis will benefit from meaningful tax cuts • Matt Heath: Hauraki host talks his new self help book and his secret to happiness • Kerre Woodham: Where does the criticism of the coalition government end? • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: The most stark and tangible warning yet • Mike's Minute: Wellington needs to get out of its own way • Mike's Minute: How did we get into the gas shortage mess? • Mike's Minute: The economy is stuffed and the reports show it • Mike's Minute: We don't need as many councillors or MPs • Mike's Minute: Sport and Politics Shouldn't Mix • Orlando Bloom pushes his limits in adventure docuseries • School Lunches: David Seymour responds to 'frankly offensive' criticism • Ponsonby Rd shooting: Detective Inspector claims aspects of crime are still a mystery • David Seymour announces new school lunch programme • Ponsonby fatal shooting: Suspect Hone Kay-Selwyn found dead in or near Taupō • Corrections funding boost: Minister Mark Mitchell addresses yesterday's mix-up • Corrections: Prime Minister admits to mix up in funding announcement • Corrections funding: Association concerned about 'lack of details' • Ryan Bridge announced as Newstalk ZB Early Edition host • Commentary Box: Warriors loss, Super Rugby, Rugby Sevens, F1, and SailGP • 'A smart move': Former NZ Rugby chairman on the Nations Championship being hosted in Qatar • 'We always tried to trailblaze': Kiwi basketball legend Kirk Penney on Hall of Fame induction • 'Screaming and shouting' on Ponsonby Rd after man gunned down • Sailing: Australian Lisa Blair on her record-holding sailing trip • Wellington Phoenix Captain Alex Rufer on the team's success and the legacy of his name • Julie Anne Genter bullying allegations: Florist involved in altercation speaks out • Education Minister Erica Stanford explains educational benefits of structured literacy • Mike Hosking Marks the Week: James Shaw was badly let down • Mike's Minute: Where are the solutions from the Reserve Bank? • Mike's Minute: I've found some more cost savings for the Government • Mike's Minute: Today we say goodbye to James Shaw MP • Mike's Minute: More money for Pharmac or better self-health management? • What goes into determining MP pay rises? • Unemployment expected to rise in first quarter • Heath Franklin brings his comedy tour to New Zealand in 'Not Here To F*ck Spiders' • Kerre Woodham: Julie Anne Genter deserves all the censure Parliament can throw at her • Julie Anne Genter confrontation: Winston Peters says she needs to face consequences • Heather du Plessis-Allan: Outstanding misbehaviour from Julie Anne Genter • Mike's Minute: The High Court Gave the Waitangi Tribunal a Serve • Unemployment rises to highest level in three years • Remuneration Authority labels political pay increase 'fair' after six-year freeze • "I never stop": Jerry Seinfeld discusses NZ tour, comedy career • 'Depends on the circumstances': Seymour outlines why Luxon can't easily sack ACT ministers • "We've inherited a mess": Chris Bishop says the housing crisis is a 'disgrace' • Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive • 'Oh well': Minister Nicola Willis unfazed by underwhelming poll result • Tory Whanau: Wellington Mayor responds to poll finding she has lowest approval rating of any NZ mayor • Policy has been "overwhelmingly welcomed": Education Minister on ban on cellphones in schools • New Broadcasting Minister on the "real challenges" facing the industry • “It’s a joy to be playing live”: Jimmy Barnes on his health scare and return to kiwi stages • Pay day for MPs: $50k in rolling salary hikes for Luxon by 2026 • Luxon defends portfolio tweaks, demotion of ministers • Watch live: Luxon's surprise reshuffle sees Melissa Lee tipped out of Cabinet • "What we've done here I think is quite smart": PM defends $41m spend in Asia • Conflicting evidence on the efficacy on the Three Strikes Law • Mike's Minute: The moral question around advertising on social media • Mike’s Minute: Ideology is hijacking reality on climate • Mike's Minute: This Government was elected on change — embrace it • Warriors CEO answers your questions on Weekend Sport • "I believe I'll come back a better rugby player": Jordie Barrett on his unique sabbatical choice • Dame Suzy D: My Story - Dame Susan Devoy returns with frank new memoir • "We have done our best": Police Minister's disappointed by rejection of latest pay offer • "People need to be realistic": Govt has no plans to rescue the media • "Not fit for purpose": Melissa Lee says the Broadcasting Act needs an update • "Landlords are not the enemies": Govt ends Labour's 'war' • Mark the Week: A very solid week for the Government • Mike's Minute: The West is losing to Russia and China • Mike's Minute: Coal is a return to the real world • Mike's Minute: Questions around the TV3/Stuff deal • Mike's Minute: The Waitangi Tribunal review into Oranga Tamariki is a waste of time • Mike's Minute: The Warriors draw is as good as a win • 'Why not try?': Labour's Willie Jackson hits out at Minister Lee over Newshub and TVNZ response • Swapping red meat for fish better for health and the environment, research suggests • CHRIS STAPLETON’S ALL-AMERICAN ROADSHOW GOES DOWN UNDER • "Get stuffed": Paddy Gower hits out at 'Facebook keyboard warriors' • Prime Minister Luxon unveils unexpected inspiration for NZ • 'A huge loss for the country': Newshub reporter on the 'devastating' newsroom closure • Pollies: Is it time for politicians to get a pay rise? • Mike's Minute: This week gives me hope • Mike's Minute: There's a lesson for us all in these job cuts • Mike's Minute: The climate advice is bordering on nutty • Mike's Minute: Plenty of questions around trust in the media • Mike's Minute: Is it time to flag the Christchurch Cathedral? • OCR decision announced • The Huddle: Will the Government's truancy scheme work? • Live: 'Gutting': Newshub to close - website to shut down, up to 300 job losses • Seymour explains improved public health advice will aid truancy action plan • Voluntary redundancies are "a perfectly reasonable approach" to finding savings - PM • "It is my heart": Greg Johnson returns to NZ on 1000 Miles Tour • Minister Nicola Willis confident the Government will deliver on proposed targets • Minister Simeon Brown says Māori wards on councils need to be approved by the voters • "Vague, unclear, inconsistent": Education Minister finds fault in new history curriculum • "110% real": New season of 'Nadia's Farm' shows the realities of Royalburn Station • "I want the public to understand what we're committing to doing": PM on the Govt's action plan • "I have deep faith in how I managed the team" - Rob Penney dissects Crusaders' win • Mike's Minute: This Government has restored democracy • Mike's Minute: The EV hype machine is over • Mike's Minute: We need more politicians like Shane Jones • Mike's Minute: The Government need less talk, more delivery • Finance Minister Willis defends unconventional Budget Policy Statement release • Winston Peters fires back against media, Serious Fraud Office, following appeal verdict • The Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast • "Not fit for purpose": Cyclone Gabrielle review finds faults in emergency response • Hawke's Bay emergency management committed to overhaul following Cyclone Gabrielle review • Mike's Minute: Hipkins is a hypocrite on tax • Mike's Minute: Why are we surprised about China? • Mike's Minute: Some thoughts on the public service cuts • Mike's Minute: The conspiracy theorists should be ashamed • SailGP's Sir Russell Coutts hits out at 'extreme protocols' following racing cancellation • EXCLUSIVE: D'Arcy Waldegrave & McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown • ‘There’s always somewhere you can go’: Cooper Alan on his career, touring, and the home of country music • Mike's Minute: It was our fault Covid turned into a "thing" • Mike's Minute: Luxon needs to wake up to Winston's hijinks • Mike's Minute: The gig economy has never been compulsory • Mike's Minute: The world is looking at us for what not to do • Mike's Minute: The Significant Natural Areas decision is a relief • "I gave my best": Grant Robertson reflects on his career • 'Leftist shills': Winston Peters slams reports that Chumbawamba called for cease and desist • Govt has "serious concerns" about Kainga Ora's performance • 'Taxpayers should expect better': Housing Minister calls for crackdown on Kāinga Ora tenants • Green Party suspends MP amid "deeply serious" allegations • "Big dreams and big expectations" as Kaylee Bell heads out on NZ tour • Ex-Green MP Golriz Ghahraman pleads guilty to all charges • 'Smoke and mirrors': Police Association rejects Government's latest pay offer • "We've got to a good place in the end": PM stands by change to interest deductibility plan • Chlöe Swarbrick confirmed new co-leader of Greens • Kevin Milne: The demise of Fair Go disarms New Zealand • Mike's Minute: This is why we hate councils • Mike's Minute: Even more so now, age is but a number • Mike's Minute: The carbon market is a scam • Mike's Minute: Two areas where the Government might have trouble • 'No idea': Broadcasting Minister unsure if TVNZ plans to cut newsroom staff • Defence Force's latest plane issues arise during "challenging geopolitical times" - Judith Collins • "We've got a real fire in our belly to create a lot more music": Zed returns after two decades • Mike's Minute: The annals of history wont be kind to the 2017-23 Government • Mike's Minute: Accountability comes to the emergency housing sector • Mike's Minute: The next chapter of EV won't be pretty • Mike's Minute: Big tech will never pay for media rights • Upcoming bill aims to "cut through all the consenting red tape" - Finance Minister • Transport Minister says balance needed to fund proposed spending priorities • "I'm aiming for a few more": Dame Kiri Te Kanawa ahead of her 80th birthday • Work visa adjustments will "bring back in the teeth" - Immigration Minister • Mike's Minute: The gender pay gap is water cooler chat • Mike's Minute: Newshub's demise is sad, but context is needed • Mike's Minute: Labour's behind the scenes look reveals all • Reserve Bank Governor is "very comfortable" with inflation's progression • 'The best way forward': Warner Bros. Discovery boss on Newshub closure • Pat Cummins: Australia Test Captain on whether the Blackcaps have any chance • Chris Hipkins has come back swinging after comments made by Stuart Nash • 'The timing seemed right': Sir John Key on stepping back from ANZ role • "We've got to step it up big time": Govt's investing in education • 'Bulls***': Former police minister Stuart Nash lets rip against Labour ex-colleagues • Education Minister blames Labour predecessors for school property crisis • Ginny Andersen apologises for 'absolutely unacceptable' comments to Mark Mitchell • 'We're really proud': Kiwi reggae band L.A.B return with sixth album • Wrapping the Week: What happened to Tim Wilson? • Mike's Minute: Labour's approach to poverty was a dismal failure • Mike's Minute: My thoughts on Ginny and Mark • Mike's Minute: The record on Grant Robertson • Mike's Minute: Our immigration reset needs to happen now • Mike's Minute: The country is fragile, no pressure Luxon • Air New Zealand CEO blames inflation, stabilised demand for reduced half-year earnings • 'You do what you can': Rachin Ravindra on the ongoing T20 series against Australia • 'Casualties on both sides': Minister Mark Mitchell responds to Andersen's accusations, offers defence • "These people are as crazy as me": Ben Bayly's 'A New Zealand Food Story' showcases NZ's finest food cultivators • Pollies: 'Did you keep a tally?' Labour MP claims Police Minister was ‘paid to kill people’ overseas • "We expect those sanctions to be applied": PM on Govt's welfare reset • Grant Robertson retires from politics, takes up top job at University of Otago • 'He's got an amazing opportunity': Labour's Chris Hipkins on Robertson's departure from politics • '70 per cent contained' - Port Hills still burning, but overnight threats 'nullified' • "We will get through this": Christchurch Mayor gives update on Port Hills blaze • Fletcher Building results and resignations: Why CEO Ross Taylor stepped down • Mike's Minute: Blame it on the bank? NZ's true housing crisis • Mike's Minute: The wheels are finally turning for a new med school • Mike's Minute: Auckland Council couldn't deliver on the stadium design • Mike's Minute: We don't need a super debate right now • Mike's Minute: Will there be a movement that national can't ignore? • Live: Port Hills smoke visible from space, 'disaster tourists' blocking roads • Agencies behind Auckland train cancellations to get "bloody good bollocking" from Wayne Brown • Port Hills fire: State of emergency for Christchurch and Selwyn as blaze burns uncontrolled