Beste Lowy Institute podcasts (2025)

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EVENT: The Year Ahead: What 2025 holds for Australia in the world (Sydney) 1:02:47

4d ago1:02:47

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In the second of our events analysing the foreign policy issues likely to dominate the international agenda in 2025, our panel discusses the first few months of the second Trump administration, the developments in Europe, Asia and the imminent Australian federal election. The panel was chaired by Dr Jessica Collins and featured Hervé Lemahieu, Dire…

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Mick Ryan: Lowy Institute Senior Fellow on what China's warships in the Tasman means for NZ, Australia 10:46

7d ago10:46

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A military expert says China's sent a clear message with its war ships as they sail away from Australia and New Zealand. Three highly powered navy vessels entered Australia's exclusive economic zone in the Tasman Sea last week, where they performed live firing exercises. The New Zealand Defence Force is no longer monitoring the warships as they sai…

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Conversations: Trump 2.0 and the world after Munich 26:26

8d ago26:26

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After attending this month's Munich Security Conference, the Institute's Hervé Lemahieu speaks with Lydia Khalil about the Trump administration’s diplomatic cavalry charge on Europe, and lessons for Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Door Lowy Institute

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Mike's Minute: Is the public service sabotaging the govt? 2:08

7h ago2:08

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My long-held suspicion, oft produced for the Prime Minister on Tuesdays, that the public service might well be working against the Government seems to have been laid bare in the Deloitte report into the failed health system. As you will be aware, we are going back to a board from a commissioner. But what the report seems to indicate is the board or…

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Paul Coll: NZ Squash Champion on defending his title, previewing the Australian Open 9:28

8h ago9:28

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Paul Coll admits fulfilling a dream by winning the New Zealand Open squash title in front of a record crowd in Christchurch. The 32-year-old says the tournament exceeded expectations. A 2-time British Open Champion as well as a Commonwealth Games Champion, Coll is currently ranked number 4 in the world. He told Mike Hosking the tournament was a rea…

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Full Show Podcast: 11 March 2025 1:29:28

8h ago1:29:28

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 11th of March, Canada has elected a new Prime Minister whose focus is locked on Trump and the trade war. The Prime Minister talks the coalition of the willing, bank capital and what Nicola Willis is doing about it, and whether anything tangible will come out of the India trip. Kiwi squash …

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Pat Dougherty: Wellington Water CEO on the relationship with contractors, city council after ratepayers got overcharged 3:32

9h ago3:32

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Wellington Water's boss says local councils have every right to be angry at them. Tory Whanau yesterday described her council's relationship with the organisation as “tense” at a special meeting, following revelations last week it wasn't getting value for ratepayers' money. Wellington Water CEO Pat Dougherty told Mike Hosking he and his staff are d…

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Robert Fife: Globe & Mail Ottawa Bureau Chief on Mark Carney's victory in the Canadian Election 4:17

9h ago4:17

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A staggering victory for economist Mark Carney, who's set to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada's next Prime Minister. The 59-year-old has an ample resume, having served as head of the banks of Canada and England. He's indicated he'll hold his ground against Donald Trump as the US President holds the threat of more tariffs over Canada's head. Globe &…

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Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister defends government's work after latest poll 10:14

9h ago10:14

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Christopher Luxon is defending his work as Prime Minister. The latest Taxpayers’ Union-Curia Poll suggests Chris Hipkins has leap-frogged Luxon as preferred PM. Labour's also ahead on 34.1%, with National trailing on 33.6%. The Prime Minister told Mike Hosking they're putting through legislation to address a range of issues. He says they're working…

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Dame Therese Walsh: India Business Delegation Lead on the opportunities in the ministerial delegation to India 3:34

10h ago3:34

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The Prime Minister's taking one of the largest ministerial delegations to India. Christopher Luxon is heading to New Delhi and Mumbai on Saturday with a contingent of ministers and business leaders. Prioritising a deal with the fast-growing economic giant was a coalition condition with NZ First. India Business Delegation Lead Dame Therese Walsh tol…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the budget battle 4:03

1d ago4:03

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The US is facing a budget battle. House Republicans have unveiled a stopgap spending bill that would keep federal agencies funded and avoid a government shutdown. The measure is backed by President Donald Trump, but some key Republicans in the House have refused to back similar measures in the past. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking…

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John Lawrenson: House on Hood Owner on the bar's return to being a 20+ establishment on Saturdays 2:56

1d ago2:56

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A Hamilton bar is cutting off patrons under 20. House on Hood announced last month it would return to being a "20+ bar" on Saturdays after 10pm. It had dealt with five figure damages after lowering the age limit to 18+ for a year. Owner John Lawrenson told Mike Hosking there’s a notable difference in the way 18 year olds drink, versus those over th…

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Mike's Minute: The "Trumpian" influence is global 2:10

1d ago2:10

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Say whatever you want about Trump, but his demeanour and influence is genuinely global. Peter Dutton has been accused of his "Trumpian" stance on everything from the public service to immigration, and now Winston Peters is all over DEI - diversity, equity and inclusion. DEI is not new, and the New Zealand First move to change the rules in the publi…

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Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2025 1:29:36

1d ago1:29:36

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 10th of March, the Government is aiming to speed up land acquisitions for public infrastructure, and the Environment Court is on its way out. A Hamilton bar has re-increased their age restriction to 20-years-old after too many 18-year-olds smashed up the place. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine…

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Brad Olsen: Informetrics Principle Economist on the easing inflationary pressures in supermarkets 3:28

1d ago3:28

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There are positive signs of inflationary pressures easing in supermarkets. Latest data from Infometrics and Foodstuffs shows suppliers charged supermarkets 1.8% more last month than the same month last year. That's the lowest increase in more than three years. Infometrics Chief Executive Brad Olsen says many fruit and vegetables have been getting c…

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Commentary Box with Jason Pine and Andrew Saville: Black Caps, Super Rugby, squash 10:34

1d ago10:34

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The weekend was filled with sport, so Andrew Saville and Jason Pine joined Mike Hosking to dig into the action. The Black Caps fell short of claiming the Champions Trophy and the Crusaders were the only New Zealand team to find success with a 43-19 win over the Reds. They also touched on the squash, among other sporting events. LISTEN ABOVE See omn…

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Matthew Ockleston: Dentons Kensington Swan public works expert on the proposed changes to the Public Works Act 3:29

1d ago3:29

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Landowners could have less room to haggle over land deemed necessary for essential infrastructure work. The Government's proposing changes to the Public Works Act to speed up the acquisition of land for major projects. There'll be premium payments to private landowners and objections would no longer go through the Environment Court. Dentons Kensing…

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Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the proposed changes to the Public Works Act 6:12

1d ago6:12

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A new set of amendments looks to turbo charge major infrastructure projects. The Government's proposing changes to the Public Works Act to speed up acquiring land, including premium payments to private landowners. The Environment Court will be sidelined from the objections process. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop told Mike Hosking a lot of the…

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Clinton Farley: Hotel Britomart General Manager on the financial impact of major events in Auckland 3:58

1d ago3:58

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The benefits of major events is on full display in the city of sails. Auckland hotels saw a $5 million boost in January, largely thanks to SailGP and country musician Luke Combs' Eden Park concerts. An extra 8,000 hotel rooms were booked over the four days, both events were on. Hotel Britomart General Manager Clinton Farley told Mike Hosking the ev…

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Barney Irvine: Northern Infrastructure Forum Executive Director on foreign investors in infrastructure projects 2:35

1d ago2:35

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The Government may only be putting up four projects for public-private partnerships at its Infrastructure Investment Summit later this week. It's invited large companies from 14 countries to drive foreign capital into New Zealand. Northern Infrastructure Forum Executive Director Barney Irvine told Mike Hosking there's a positive glow around the New…

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Mark the Week: What a waste the Warriors were 2:26

4d ago2:26

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At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. New Zealand: 7/10 Quite a bit of good news this week, from the Government accounts (which are better than thought), to house prices (which are up), to red meat exports (which are booming). All good, and welcome, news. School lunch…

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Mike's Minute: The Government's finally doing what they were voted to do 2:03

4d ago2:03

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Am I joining too many dots? I wonder aloud whether the Government and the Prime Minister, having had by any measure a very good week, has at last got the message that some action, as opposed to yak, might be what the punter wants a bit more of? There's been several solid health changes; more doctors already here to be parked at GP's, more nurses an…

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Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson: Concerts, tribute shows, resignations, and nepotism babies 11:55

4d ago11:55

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Friday has come and Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson joined Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that Was. With Chris Stapleton arriving on our shores for his New Zealand concerts, they discuss concerts and whether they’d go see a tribute show. They discussed the raft of resignations and job losses this week, as well as the ventures of nepo babies. LISTEN ABO…

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Full Show Podcast: 07 March 2025 1:29:53

4d ago1:29:53

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Friday 7th of March, Phil Goff has lost his job as the High Commissioner to the UK – was it warranted? The Black Caps are preparing to clash against India for the Champions Trophy final and Tom Latham joined to break down the campaign to date. And Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson discussed the venture…

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Murray Olds: Australia Correspondent says thousands are without power as Cyclone Alfred prepares to make landfall 5:09

4d ago5:09

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Intense weather conditions are kicking off along the southeastern Queensland and northeastern New South Wales coast as Cyclone Alfred inches closer. It's within 200 kilometres, and is expected to make landfall overnight. Energy providers report more than 35,000 homes and businesses are now without power. Australian Correspondent Murray Olds told Mi…

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Cameron George: Former New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Board Chair on the NZB Kiwi 3:21

4d ago3:21

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There’s the race that stops the nation, and a new one that’s about to. The NZB Kiwi will take place for the first time at Ellerslie Racecourse tomorrow – our country’s richest sporting occasion. It’s a new race and a new format, with $3.5 million in prize money on the line. It’s the brainchild of Warriors Boss and former New Zealand Thoroughbred Ra…

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Tom Latham: Black Cap previews the Champions Trophy final against India 4:04

4d ago4:04

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The Black Caps are on the verge of another historic win. They’ll face India in the Champions Trophy final this Sunday evening – a clash that seems to be India’s to lose. Black Cap Tom Latham told Mike Hosking the performance they put out yesterday was pretty much exactly what they wanted, and they couldn’t have asked for anything more. He says they…

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Simon Parham: Waitomo Group CEO on the slumping oil price and potential drop in fuel prices 2:59

4d ago2:59

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Petrol prices could be lower in the coming days as the price of oil slumps and the Kiwi dollar stabilises. Waitomo Group Chief Executive Simon Parham told Mike Hosking global supply is increasing, while demand is decreasing. He says prices are going to hover about where they are, creating a period of good value for Kiwi consumers. LISTEN ABOVE See …

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Sir Lockwood Smith: Former High Commissioner to the UK on the sacking of Phil Goff 4:49

4d ago4:49

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A former High Commissioner to the UK says while they feel bad for Phil Goff, Winston Peters was right to sack him. The Foreign Minister stepped in to fire Goff over comments made questioning Donald Trump's understanding of history at a public event. Sir Lockwood Smith was in the role from 2013 to 2017 and told Mike Hosking those kinds of comments a…

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Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on Greg Foran's resignation as Air NZ CEO 3:47

4d ago3:47

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There’s a belief outgoing Air New Zealand boss Greg Foran's lack of aviation experience may have hurt his career. He's announced he'll leave the company in October. Foran's told his board the time's right to step down, and the airline is well set up for the future. Forsyth Barr head of research, Andy Bowley told Mike Hosking Foran's had to deal wit…

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Mike's Minute: Adrian Orr leaving is excellent 2:03

5d ago2:03

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The fact Adrian Orr is leaving is excellent. It shows a level of accountability and responsibility for what has been a ruinous period for the New Zealand economy. The receipts and reviews are in, and the story is stark. We have been hit harder than any other country in the OECD. We had three recessions while most countries, as a result of the Covid…

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Kelly Stratford: Far North Deputy Mayor on the horse poo bylaw consultation 3:25

5d ago3:25

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Northland has a bit of a problem – a horse poo problem. It’s enough of an issue that a bylaw is being considered that would hold riders accountable for their animal’s droppings. However, riders have expressed concern over the risks of collecting the manure near busy roads. Far North Deputy Mayor Kelly Stratford told Mike Hosking the bylaw wouldn’t …

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Full Show Podcast: 06 March 2025 1:29:32

5d ago1:29:32

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Thursday 6th of March, Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has quit, so what is his legacy? And what's next for the Reserve Bank? We fact check the almost two hour long speech from Donald Trump to Congress yesterday. Kiwi chef Peter Gordon gives an insight into the current state of the restaurant ind…

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Murray Harris: Milford Asset Management Head of KiwiSaver on the fluctuations caused by Donald Trump's tariffs 2:11

5d ago2:11

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An urge for Kiwis to not worry about market impacts from Donald Trump's tariffs on their KiwiSaver. The US President's slapped import levies on Canada, China, and Mexico, and has signalled more for other countries. Trump says he's spoken with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau over easing tariffs on the auto sector. But Milford Asset Management…

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Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives Executive Director on Airways NZ's proposed price increase 3:20

5d ago3:20

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Our air traffic management provider's signalling its own prices will soar, come July. Airways NZ's proposing a 7.7% price rise for airlines – a per seat increase of up to $2.80. Air New Zealand warns it could bring detrimental impacts, while the Aviation Industry Association struggles to see how it could be justified. Board of Airline Representativ…

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Erica Stanford: Education Minister on NCEA test concerns, cost of building new school buildings 6:29

5d ago6:29

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The Education Minister says there's no argument for getting rid of some NCEA tests over fears some students will end up with no credits. RNZ reports principals from some of the country's poorest communities, want the Government to scrap new reading, writing, and maths tests. They say a number of Māori or Pacific students could end up leaving school…

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Peter Gordon: Kiwi Chef on the state of the hospitality sector, New Zealand's first Meatball Festival 11:25

5d ago11:25

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Kiwi Chef Peter Gordon is a staple of New Zealand’s hospitality industry – but he’s had a bit of a change in focus recently. Hawke’s Bay is set to host New Zealand’s first ever Meatball Festival, with up to 25 vendors filling the city’s CBD on March 14th. Gordon will share his years of experience with students at the newly reopened Eastern Institut…

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Jo McKenna: Europe Correspondent gives an update on Pope Francis' health 4:02

5d ago4:02

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It's been a peaceful night for the Pope as he continues his three-week recovery from a severe respiratory infection The 88-year-old was first treated for bronchitis before being diagnosed with double pneumonia in both lungs. The Vatican says he wore a ventilation mask overnight to help him breathe, following two episodes of acute respiratory failur…

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Geof Mortlock: Former Reserve Bank Senior Staffer on Adrian Orr's resignation, performance as Governor 4:25

5d ago4:25

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A former Reserve Bank senior staffer ranks Adrien Orr as the least competent Reserve Bank Governor New Zealand's ever had. Orr's announced he's quitting two years into his second five year tenure. Geof Mortlock told Mike Hosking there's been many negative results from his monetary policies. He contends Orr has left New Zealand taxpayers with more t…

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Mike's Minute: Work and Safety have something to answer for 2:08

6d ago2:08

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I am thrilled for the White Island company that had their conviction quashed on appeal on Friday. White Island and its judicial process has worried me from the get go. Work and Safety appeared to panic in their response to the disaster. Make no mistake, what happened at the island was a disaster and a tragedy. But it was a natural disaster and trag…

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Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on Donald Trump's trade war with China, Canada, and Mexico 5:28

6d ago5:28

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America's trade war with Canada, Mexico, and China is ramping up. All three countries are introducing retaliatory tariffs in response to the steep tariffs introduced by Donald Trump last night. Trump's responded, saying he will raise tariffs on Canada even further. China's vowing to fight the US "to the bitter end", and Canada's Justin Trudeau says…

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Tony Roberts: Thunder Ridge Motorsport Park Director on the first details of the new circuit 2:12

6d ago2:12

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The North Island is getting a new motorsport circuit. The first details of a brand-new motorsport and driver training facility in the Bay of Plenty’s Tect Park have been revealed. Thunder Ridge Motorsport Park will feature 3.2 kilometres of track, with 26 meters of elevation and eight corners. Director Tony Robers told Mike Hosking they’re aiming t…

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Full Show Podcast: 05 March 2025 1:29:47

6d ago1:29:47

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On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 5th of March, things were moving quickly this morning regarding aid to Ukraine and a possible peace deal, so Jimmy Rushton joined out of Kyiv to give the latest. Winston Peters talks ferries, the Chinese, and his new Mongolian horse. Ginny Andersen and Mark Mitchell discuss gangs running…

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Kate Tulp: ServiceNow NZ Country Manager on the phone wait times increasing 3:07

6d ago3:07

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Kiwis are spending more and more time stuck on hold. For the third year in a row, ServiceNow’s Annual Customer Experience Report has seen phone wait times worsen. Last year, it’s estimated Kiwis spent 24 million hours on hold – approximately 9.7 hours per person. ServiceNow NZ Country Manager Kate Tulp told Mike Hosking the best space in 2024 was t…

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Pollies: National's Mark Mitchell and Labour's Ginny Andersen on gangs in prisons, Wellington Water, MP expenses 10:57

6d ago10:57

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The Corrections Minister says a report on prison culture doesn't say anything the Government doesn't already know. The report from Independent Research Solutions says the influence of gangs in prison has grown significantly in the past decades, with non-members lower in the social hierarchy. It finds 35% of inmates are in voluntary segregation. Mar…

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Jarrod Gilbert: Independent Research Solutions report author on the research into gangs and prison culture 3:13

6d ago3:13

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Research into New Zealand prisons has found more than a third of inmates are in voluntary segregation. The report from Independent Research Solutions says the influence of gangs on prison culture has grown significantly in the past decades. It finds inmates are being categorised as being gang members or non-gang members - with the latter being the …

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Winston Peters: Rail Minister on the previous ferry deal, cost of the broken deal 8:10

6d ago8:10

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There’s push back on the cost of the Government's broken ferry deal. Hyundai is back in the running to build the two new ships after the coalition canned its original contract in 2023. Documents indicate the Government's set aside $300 million to cover that broken agreement. It must be paid regardless of a new deal. Rail Minister Winston Peters tol…

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Jimmy Rushton: Security Analyst on Trump's policy on Ukraine and the deal between Russia and Ukraine 5:15

6d ago5:15

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A security analyst says it's likely Trump's hardball foreign policy with Ukraine is part of his promise to deliver a peace deal as fast as possible. Ukraine's President says he's ready to sign a minerals deal and reach a peace deal only hours after America's decision to pause military aid. It also follows a fiery White House meeting between Volodym…

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Timothy Welch: Auckland University Architecture and Planning Senior Lecturer on implementing congestion charging in Auckland 3:31

6d ago3:31

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A planning expert is suggesting Aucklanders look to New York City for the impacts of congestion charges. A report, commissioned by Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown, has found traffic will cost the city $2.6 billion a year by next year. Auckland University Architecture and Planning Senior Lecturer Timothy Welch says New York and London have effectively im…

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